AKA 2016 Boule Tour Packages, Atlanta, GA. – Page 3
11) Atlanta Southern Foodie Tour
Saturday, July 9 (12:15pm – 4:15pm)
Sunday, July 10 (12:15pm – 4:15pm)
Monday, July 11 (12:15pm – 4:15pm)
Tuesday, July 12 (12:15pm – 4:15pm)
Wednesday, July 13 (12:15pm – 4:15pm) (POSTPONED)
Thursday, July 14 (12:15pm – 4:15pm)
We will walk through the heart of Centennial Olympic Park which is Atlanta’s best legacy from the 1996 Olympic Games to see the dancing waters of the Five Rings Fountain, the Commemorative Bricks and the dramatic statue of de Coubertin, founder of the modern day Olympic Games.
Leaving the park, we will hop on the Atlanta Streetcar for a short scenic ride to the Sweet Auburn Curb Market. The Sweet Auburn Curb Market is located inside the original Municipal Market building, which opened its doors in 1924. It is a self-sustaining entity comprised of 24 independently-owned businesses. Our foodie tour includes samples from these eateries.
We’ll start with an appetizer of savory mini pies at Panbury’s Double Crust Pies which is Atlanta’s first South African pie shop, specializing in hot handheld pies and pastries. Next, we will savor a signature burger and fries at Grindhouse Killer Burgers with samples of their famous fried green tomatoes, sweet potato chips and homemade onion rings. You will have an opportunity to see why Grindhouse became known as the best place for burgers in a unique and fun atmosphere.
Save room for dessert because the deliciously sweet crepes at Le Metro Creperie will make your mouths water! Then we will make a final streetcar stop at Just Add Honey Tea Company , a “sophisticated twist on a southern tea tradition”.
Tour includes: Professional tour guide, meals as described above, and the streetcar fare. Guide tip is not included.
Tour Time: 4 hours
Maximum: 15 guests
Cost: $84.95 per person (early bird discounted registration ended on 6/17)
(includes a 3.25% credit card service fee)
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12) “The City in a Forest” Tour
Tuesday, July 12 (10:00am – 2:30pm)
Venture with us as we explore the beautiful Atlanta Botanical Garden with its Orchid Center and Canopy Walk. A 1 hour guided tour is included. The 30 acre garden showcases the development, cultivation and conservation of plant collections for education and enjoyment. The Fuqua Orchid Center is home to the largest collection of species orchids on permanent display in the U.S.
The Kendeda Canopy Walk is a 600 foot long skywalk that allows visitors to tour one of the city’s last remaining urban forests through the treetops of the Storza Woods. We’ll also explore Piedmont Park located adjacent to the Garden, designed by the Olmstead brothers in the early 1900’s.
Tour includes: Luxury transportation, escort, admission & a 1 hour guided tour
Tour Time: 4.5 hours
Maximum: 30 guests
Cost: $67.95 per person (early bird discounted registration ended on 6/17)
(includes a 3.25% credit card service fee)
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13) Atlanta History Center – Terminus to Capital of the New South
Monday, July 11 (1:00pm – 5:00pm) POSTPONED
Founded in 1926 and located on 33 acres in the heart of historic Buckhead, the Atlanta History Center invites you to explore Georgia’s past through award-winning exhibitions; two historic houses including the Swan House and 1860s Tullie Smith House; Centennial Olympic Museum the Goizuetta Gardens, featuring 22 acres of historic gardens and trails; and the Kenan Research Center. The all-inclusive admission ticket includes tours of the Margaret Mitchell House, birthplace of Gone with the Wind, located just five miles away at its midtown campus.
Tour includes: Luxury transportation, tour guide and admission
Tour Time: 4 hours
Maximum: 30 guests
Cost: $64.95 per person (early bird discounted registration ended on 6/17)
(includes a 3.25% credit card service fee)
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14) Atlantic Station – Eclectic “Shop Therapy” Tour
Sunday, July 10 (1:00pm – 6:00pm) POSTPONED
Atlantic Station is located on the site of the former Atlantic Steel mill, which opened in 1901. After closing in the late 1990’s, this 138 acre brownfield site was remediated and redeveloped into a vibrant live, work, play community.
Current tenants include American Apparel, Ann Taylor, Athleta, AT&T, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Cellairis, Dermalogica, Dillard’s, DSW, Earth and Sky Creations, Express, Eye Gallery, Fabrik, Festivity, Francesca’s, Fuji Floral Design, Gap, H&M, Icing, IKEA, It’Sugar, Jos A. Bank, Journey, Kate’s, Kinnucan’s, LA Fitness, Loft, Lush Nail Bar, Old Navy, Publix, Regal Cinemas, Style Shoppe, Target, Victoria’s Secret, West Elm, and Z Gallerie.
Current restaurant tenants include Atlantic Grill, BGR The Burger Joint, Boneheads, California Pizza Kitchen, Chick-A-Biddy, Cheesecake Bistro, Copeland’s, Great American Cookies, Kilwin’s Chocolates & Ice Cream, Land of A Thousand Hills, Lobby Bar & Bistro, Meehan’s Public House, Moe’s, Rosa Mexicana, Strip, Subway, The Pig & The Pearl, Tin Drum, Which Wich, Yardhouse, and Yogli Mogli.
Adjacent to the Commons pond is the Millennium Gate, an $18 million arch intended to celebrate peaceful accomplishment, with special attention paid to Georgia’s rich history and people. It houses 12,000 sq. ft. of gallery space, featuring traditional and modern exhibits.
Tour includes: Luxury transportation and escort
Tour Time: 5 hours
Minimum: 30 guests
Cost: $47.95 per person (early bird discounted registration ended on 6/17)
(includes a 3.25% credit card service fee)
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15) “A Day with the Elegant, Noble Grape” – Chateau Élan Winery
Sunday, July 10 (11:00am-5:00pm)
Just a short 60-mile drive north of Atlanta is the Chateau Élan Winery and Resort. With the deluxe tour, the winery and tasting bar is all yours! Well trained members of the winery staff guide you through the winery’s vat room where they explain each step in the winemaking process. Guests get to tour the vat room amongst towering stainless steel tanks and winery equipment and then on to the cask room where guests are surrounded by beautiful French oak barrels and where the wines age for several months or even years. Then, the group convenes in the tasting room where a private tasting bar awaits. Here, guests will taste 5 of Chateau Élan’s award winning wines and be led through an informative tasting with their guide. After the wine tasting, enjoy lunch at Paddy’s Pub.
Tour includes: Luxury transportation, escort, bottled water, 45 minute guided tour, 5 tastings, souvenir wine glass and lunch at Paddy’s Pub.
Tour Time: 6 hours
Minimum: 23 guests
Cost: $139.95 per person (early bird discounted registration ended on 6/17)
(includes a 3.25% credit card service fee)
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