Another Martz Tours favorite, this trip includes a two-hour, horse-drawn covered wagon ride through the scenic Pennsylvania Grand Canyon outside of Wellsboro. We’re hosting this trip on Tuesday, Oct. 7 when the mountainside is in its colorful autumn splendor. You’re sure to enjoy this unique experience as a knowledgeable guide talks about the wildlife and plant life found along the trail and relates the history of Pine Creek Gorge, the 47-mile gorge carved into the Allegheny Plateau by Pine Creek. Hear the stories of the Americans who planted the trees and find out which presidents traveled to this picturesque natural wonder. Following the wagon ride, enjoy an honest-to-goodness Cowboy Cookout featuring smoked pork, chicken, a potato and baked beans. We’ve also carved in some time at the lovely town of Wellsboro.

WHAT IT COSTS

Adult – $160 Child -- $145

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation
• 2-Hour Covered Wagon Ride into the PA Grand Canyon
• Visit to Leonard Harrison State Park (Canyon overview)
• Cowboy Cookout following the wagon ride
• Time on your own in downtown Wellsboro

PAYMENT

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

PICKUPS

8:30 a.m. – Green Ridge Plaza 9 a.m. --Wyoming Valley Mall

DROPOFFS

9:30 p.m. -- Wyoming Valley Mall 10 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

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch & shopping on your own in downtown Wellsboro 1:30-2:30 p.m.- Leonard Harrison State Park (Canyon overview) 3:45-5:45 p.m. -- Horse-drawn, covered wagon ride through Pa. Grand Canyon 5:45-6:45 p.m. -- Cowboy Cookout 7 p.m.- Depart for home

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

VENUE INFO

The PA Grand Canyon, or Pine Creek Gorge, is a 47-mile gorge carved into the Allegheny Plateau by Pine Creek in north-central Pennsylvania. It is a haven for nature lovers and hiking, biking, camping and kayaking enthusiasts. Downtown Wellsboro is a charming little town dotted with shops and restaurants. The 585-acre Leonard Harrison State Park offers panoramic views of the PA Grand Canyon. It is on the east rim of the canyon and has modern facilities and a visitor center.

MEALS

The Cowboy Cookout will be served under a covered pavilion and includes smoked pork, chicken, potato, baked beans, dessert and a beverage. You are on your own for lunch in downtown Wellsboro.

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.