Arrive in Myrtle Beach on South Carolina’s Atlantic Coast and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
Get to know your Tour Manager and traveling companions at a welcome breakfast. Your first day in Myrtle is a relaxing time to get to know your surroundings. Dinner today is at Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood, one of Myrtle Beach’s hearty buffets serving fresh local seafood. Tonight, settle in for your first live show. At the Wonders Theatre, experience a world-class show of magic, dance, comedy and grand illusion in the heart of Broadway at the Beach. The show features beautiful costumes, incredible dancers and of course, MAGIC! Meals: B, D
After breakfast, head to Murrells Inlet, a beautiful saltwater marsh estuary. Here, climb aboard The Explorer, for a narrated Eco Tour cruise to enjoy the sights and sounds of the tranquil waters for bird watching and observing the underwater seas life with a trained naturalist. Then travel to famed Brookgreen Garden. Explore the grounds featuring over 2,000 works of art by 430 artists carefully integrated into the garden setting. Also see the indoor galleries filled with works of art on loan from museums and private collections. Tonight, dinner is at Chestnut Hill, celebrating over 30 years of service. Here, they serve fresh, homemade foods in a casually elegant atmosphere overlooking the water. Then experience the fun and excitement of Legends in Concert. This fabulous live show pays tribute to musical legends of today and yesterday all on one incredible stage. Meals: B, L, D
After a leisurely breakfast and morning, climb aboard the Barefoot Queen, a charming, authentic wooden, paddlewheel-style riverboat for a fun cruise along the Intercoastal Waterway. Enjoy an included lunch in the vessel’s heated indoor decks and take the air on the outdoor deck. Feel free to spend some free time at Barefoot Landing, a unique destination for shopping, dining and entertainment. Dinner tonight is at a North Myrtle Beach favorite, Joe’s Bar & Grill. For over 30 years, locals have flocked to Joe’s for the highest quality of food, exceptional service and the casual atmosphere. Tonight, experience The Carolina Opry Christmas Special. Often called “The Christmas Show of the South,” Calvin Gilmore’s stunning, unforgettable holiday experience, blends time-honored seasonal traditions with music, comedy and dance creating a warm spirit of Christmas fun. Meals: B, L, D
Take time to relax this morning to prepare for tonight’s festivities. Make a stop at Duplin Winery, the largest and oldest winery in the South. Enjoy a wine-tasting of the winery’s array of fine Muscadine wines. Then, enjoy an award-winning production at the Alabama Theatre. Voted the # 1 Christmas Show in Myrtle Beach for 2023, this show brings an enchanting blend of talent, breathtaking scenery and magical special effects to deliver an unforgettable holiday musical experience. Tonight, ring in the New Year at the Resort with a special dinner and celebration. Enjoy a delicious dinner followed by and New Year's Eve party with a DJ music and dancing and favors complete with a champagne toast at Midnight. Meals: B, D
After breakfast, a group transfer takes you to Myrtle Beach International Airport for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
