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Set off on an unforgettable adventure to Kentucky, where you’ll have the chance to attend the renowned AQS
Paducah Quilt Show, widely regarded as the most prestigious quilt festival in the world. Immerse yourself in the
vibrant, creative quilting community and create lasting memories along the way.
PADUCAH PATCHWORK
APRIL 21 – 27, 2024
$2625 Per Person/Double Occupancy
+ $900 Additional/Single Occupancy
YOUR VACATION INCLUDES
6 NIGHTS
Hotel accommodations, including baggage handling
8 MEALS
American breakfast B daily, 2 dinners D
SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES
Guided sightseeing with your Tour Manager as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; visits, admissions, and
special features are shown in bold.
DEPARTURE TRANSFER
Return transportation to Nashville International
Airport (BNA)
Kentucky farm
PROFESSIONAL TOUR MANAGER
Full time throughout the trip
Ryman Auditorium
more at the impressive merchant mall. Participate in
hands-on workshops to expand your quilting skills.
Tonight, savor a home-cooked supper infused with
Southern hospitality at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement, a
historic and picturesque dining destination. BD
DAY 5 PADUCAH
Return to the show at your leisure with your
multiday admission to continue admiring quilts,
join a pre-booked class, or explore Quilt City USA,
where downtown Paducah shops participate in the
town-wide celebration. Connect with quilters from
around the world as you enjoy trolley rides, sidewalk
sales, church bazaars, and homemade strawberry
shortcake. From pop-up fabric stores to pie and candy
shops, the festive window displays throughout this
National Quilt Museum
charming town warmly welcome quilters. End the day
with a leisurely stroll along the Paducah Riverwalk,
admiring the murals that depict the city’s storied past.B
DAY 6 PADUCAH
Craving more? The celebration continues on a guided
tour of Paducah’s flood wall murals. These vibrant
works of art, painted by the renowned Dafford
Muralists, capture Paducah’s rich history as a UNESCO
Creative City. This afternoon, use your included
admission to the National Quilt Museum to admire
their collection of over 600 quilts and learn about the
art of quilt-making. Tonight, sample local cuisine at
our Jazz Band Farewell Dinner before settling in for a
captivating Ricky Tims Special Event Performance, a
perfect way to conclude our quilt-filled adventure.B D
DAY 7 PADUCAH – NASHVILLE–TOUR ENDS
As we return to Nashville, visit the enchanting
Opryland Resort’s massive domed conservatories
on a guided walking tour. Stroll through winding,
tree-draped pathways, past waterfalls and meandering waterways, taking in the lush scenery. After an
independent lunch at one of the resort’s delightful
restaurants, it’s time to swap addresses with your
newfound friends and cherish the memories you’ve
created together. We’ll then make our way to the
airport, where you’ll begin your journey home,
invigorated by your extraordinary adventure.B
SHOW & CLASS INFO
For information regarding QuiltWeek Paducah classes
and events, visit www.quiltweek.com.
TOP-RATED HIGHLIGHTS
• Kick-off Welcome Meeting
• Nashville Panoramic City Tour
• Country Music Hall of Fame
• Hatch Show Print
• RCA Studio B Tour
• Whitehaven Antebellum Welcome Center
• Exclusive QuiltWeek Sneak Preview Access
• QuiltWeek Paducah Multiday Admission
• National Quilt Museum
• Hancock’s of Paducah Fabric Store
• Paducah Floodwall Mural Tour
• Highlight Dinner at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement
• Ricky Tims Special Event Performance
• Opryland Resort Garden Tour
• Downtown Paducah Riverfront Hotel
• Jazz Band Farewell Dinner
HAND-SELECTED HOTELS
NASHVILLE: Downtown Marriott Tri-brand Hotel
PADUCAH: Holiday Inn Paducah Riverfront
Call 1.800.346.9820
www.CountryHeritageTours.com
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