Enter the opulent Mount Hope Mansion and prepare yourself for an authentic Victorian Christmas celebration with Martz Tours on Wednesday, Dec. 10.

This is the perfect setting for a holiday from the past as we join our hosts in this unique theatrical dining experience. You’ll be greeted by Mount Hope staff and characters in period dress as they host a Christmas party and invite you to join in the caroling, storytelling and games. And, don’t forget the scrumptious holiday meal prepared by the Mount Hope chef.

WHAT IT COSTS

Adult – $140 Child -- $125

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation
• 4-course gourmet meal (Make your meal selection at time of booking)
• Interactive theater presentation

PAYMENT

Payment in full is due at the time of booking for all day trips.

PICKUPS

10 a.m. – Green Ridge Plaza 10:30 a.m. --Wyoming Valley Mall

DROPOFFS

6 p.m. -- Wyoming Valley Mall 6:30 p.m. – Green Ridge Plaza

There is no charge to park your car at the Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre Township, or the Green Ridge Plaza, Scranton. Pickup at the Wyoming Valley Mall is in the area of the Ken Pollock Service Center, site of the former Sears service center. Passengers boarding at Green Ridge Plaza should park at the end of the shopping center near Planet Fitness but as far from the door as possible.

ITINERARY

1-4 p.m. -- Holidays at Mount Hope

All tour itineraries are subject to change. Martz reserves the right to revise the itinerary and make substitutions of equal value.

VENUE INFO

Mount Hope Estate is a Victorian estate in Lancaster County known for its wine, brewery, distillery and cidery. The venue hosts celebrations throughout the year.

MEALS

A four-course, gourmet meal is included. Options are a traditional meal or an alternative meal that is gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian. You must select your meal when you make your reservation. There is a cash bar.

Traditional meal Appetizer - cranberry meatballs Harvest Salad - spring mix, orange segments, cranberries, goat cheese, apple vinaigrette Dinner - turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable Dessert - chef's choice

Alternative meal Appetizer - cranberry meat-less balls Harvest Salad - spring mix, orange segments, cranberries, goat cheese, apple vinaigrette Dinner - pan-fried tofu with sauteed peppers and onions over fire-roasted ancient grains Dessert - chef's choice

ACCESSIBILITY

If you require special assistance getting on or off the bus, or if you are bringing a wheelchair or scooter, please make note of it in the Comments section when making your reservation.

BUS SEATING

While we try our best to accommodate all requests, we cannot guarantee you will be assigned the seat of your choice. If you have a preference, please make note of it in the Comments section when booking your trip. Since we are committed to meeting the specific health and mobility needs of our passengers, the seating arrangements may change before our departure date.

CANCELLATION

All sales are final. Refunds will not be issued for this tour. Therefore, we recommend trip cancellation insurance. You may contact your insurance agent or go to www.travelinsurance.com where you may compare rates and purchase online. If it becomes necessary for Martz Bus to cancel a tour, the full price will be refunded. You have the option of receiving a refund in the form of a gift certificate that may be redeemed for a future Martz Tour.