North Carolina's Outer Banks

Day 1

Today we depart for North Carolina's Historic Shores and the Outer Banks Region which consists of a string of narrow islands and peninsulas that lie between the ocean and the sounds along 125 miles of North Carolina's coast. Through years of storms and shipwrecks, the islands have developed a distinctive culture. The area is rich in history - the first English colony was established on Roanoke Island in 1585 and at Kill Devil Hills, in 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright successfully launched the first flight of a power-driven airplane. After we check-in to our lodging for the next two evenings at Nags Head Beach, North Carolina, we will enjoy an included dinner.

Day 1 Dinner

1. Crab Cakes
2. Filet Mignon
3. Tuscan Baked Chicken
All Entrees are served with a Garden Salad, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, dessert, tea, coffee, and soda.
Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available if required. Both are chefs choice.

Day 2

This morning we will visit North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island*. The "waters of the Outer Banks" are waiting to be discovered. Marvel at the largest group of sharks in the state, interact with scuba divers, see an alligator, and wonder at the playful river otters! After free time for lunch and browsing in Manteo, we will visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial. At the visitor center you can view the exhibits and artifacts on the Wright Brothers' background and the development of their flying machines. Our last stop this afternoon is Jockey's Ridge State Park. Jockey's Ridge is the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern United States. Located in Nags Head, it is one of the most significant landmarks on the Outer Banks, North Carolina! This evening is free to enjoy at your leisure.

*Please Note: All guests must wear close-toed shoes to the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island.

Day 3

Our journey south along the Outer Banks will take us by miles of sea and shifting dunes. Crossing the impressive Herbert C. Bonner Bridge at Oregon Inlet we may see the remains of old ships protruding from the sand in this "Graveyard of the Atlantic". A short visit will also be made to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Visitor Center near Buxton. Upon our arrival in the picturesque village of Ocracoke, a favorite hangout of the pirate William Teach (alias Blackbeard), we will board a ferry for the 2 1/4 hour ride across Pamlico Sound to Cedar Island, and then on to our lodging for the next two evenings in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina.

Day 3 Lunch

1. Caesar Salad
2. Oven Roasted Turkey Wrap
3. Roast Beef Sandwich
All Entrees are served with Potato Chips, Cookie, and Soft Drink
Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available if required. Both are chefs choice.

Day 4

Today you can enjoy a leisurely day at the hotel. The private 600-foot pier awaits fishermen, the large beach is across the street, and an outdoor pool offers relaxation.

Day 5

This morning we will travel to New Bern, the second oldest town in North Carolina, to visit Fireman's Museum. Here you can see steam pumpers and firefighting equipment dating from the early 19th century. After free time for lunch on your own we will visit the Tryon Palace. Constructed in 1770 and considered the most beautiful government building in Colonial America, its grounds are also landscaped in the manner of 18th century English gardens. Later we will check-in to our final night's lodging in Rocky Mount, NC.

Day 6

Today we will return home with our arrival by late afternoon.

Please note

Our intention is to run each tour as originally planned and published. However, if deemed necessary to do so, Perkiomen Tours reserves the right to make changes to tour components, schedules or itineraries without prior notification.

Tips for Perkiomen motorcoach drivers and tour escorts are not included in the price of this tour. We feel that these gratuities should be extended on an individual basis and dictated by the level of service provided.

Motorcoach seating is assigned at the time of reservation but cannot be guaranteed. Although we do our best to keep each traveler in the seat assigned at the time of reservation, there are times that it is necessary to move seat locations. Please be sure to verify your final seat number(s) with your driver at the time of boarding. Historically, daily seat rotation was practiced on most multi-day tours. We have suspended this practice for a period of time. Seat rotation will be explained by your driver or tour escort if reinstated.

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To fully participate in this tour may require extended amounts of walking. There may be steps, inclines, uneven surfaces or extended periods of standing. Participants with physical limitation should take this into consideration.

CB=Continental Breakfast, B=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner