The “Secrets” Tour
From the Secret Bunker to the Moonshiner Secrets to the Titanic Secret Dining Room and Manhattan Project Secret City Tour
White Sulphur Springs, Pigeon Forge, Oak Ridge, Tn.
August 24-26, 2026
Tour Number R5419
3 Days - 2 Nights - 3 Meals
On this new motorcoach adventure, we will embark on a journey through the hidden stories of the American South. Each stop unveils a world of secrets, blending history, intrigue, and Southern Charm.
Day 1: We depart bright and early today to begin our “Secret Adventure”. Our drive today will take us to the quiet little White Sulphur Springs, W.V. In 1958 during the Cold War at the height of nuclear panic across the United States, Project Greek Island was underway at The Greenbrier. At the behest of the Eisenhower Administration, a U.S. Government Relocation Facility was being built beneath what the public thought was simply an addition to the hotel proper. The addition, the West Virginia wing, was a cover-up. A concrete-encased fallout shelter was being buried 720 feet underground. It was intended to withstand an indirect nuclear attack and house all the members of Congress as well as a support staff of hundreds. Today we will tour the “Secret Bunker”. After our tour we will depart for our overnight stay near Wytheville, Virginia.
Day 2: After a hot breakfast at the hotel, we continue our “Secrets” journey to the Great Smoky Mountains and Pigeon Forge. Upon arrival enjoy free time, shopping and lunch on your own at The Island. The Island in Pigeon Forge boasts 23 acres of entertainment in an inviting setting perfect for groups trying to escape the everyday. The Island Show Fountains are programmed to music and lights year-round and you can purchase a ticket to ride “The Wheel” which is 200 feet tall. There truly is something for everyone on The Island. This afternoon, step into the clandestine world of Appalachian moonshining with our “Secrets” Moonshine guided tour in the heart of the Smoky Mountains National Park. Led by seasoned local guides, this exclusive journey delves into the hidden history and craft of moonshine production, offering a unique blend of adventure, history, and tasting experiences. Embark on a scenic trek through lush, secluded forests, where each bend in the trail reveals a new chapter in the region’s storied past. Learn about the daring moonshiners who once roamed these rugged hills, evading authorities while perfecting their craft. Enjoy a tour and tasting at Ole Smoky Moonshine Museum & Distillery. You’ll see authentic working moonshine stills and experience the process from beginning to end. Their distillers will take time to visit with you and answer any questions about the history and lore of moonshining in East Tennessee. Free tasting is offered! After our tour we will check into the lovely, renovated Country Cascades Resort. Tonight enjoy a fascinating self-guided tour at the Titanic Museum. Each guest entering the ship will receive a boarding pass of an actual Titanic passenger or crew member. Feel their spirit presence in the galleries where over 400 personal and private artifacts are on display. Discover your passenger or crew member’s fate at the end of your tour in the Titanic Memorial Room where 2,208 names line this historic wall. After your tour, you will be escorted to the 3rd Floor “secret” dining room to enjoy a 1st Class Caption’s dinner just as they did on the ship. This evening while having dinner in the “Secret” dining room we celebrate Croswell’s Anniversary. How many years has Croswell been in business? It’s a secret! B, D
Day 3: We depart this morning after breakfast for our drive south to Oak Ridge, Tenn. Here we will enjoy the Oak Ridge “Secret” City Tour where we explore Oak Ridge’s pivotal role in WWII and the Manhattan Project. Begin with the Secret City, uncovering life in this covert town. Visit the Y-12 National Security Complex, American Museum of Science and Energy and/or the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, delving into cutting-edge science and history. Enjoy lunch on your own at a local eatery, savoring stories of wartime innovations and peacetime progress. We will depart for home after our visit, anxious to divulge all the “secrets” we have discovered on this fascinating tour! B
Tour Inclusions:
Roundtrip Transportation via Croswell Deluxe Motorcoach
Two (2) Nights Accommodations
Two (2) Breakfasts, One (1) Dinner
All Admissions and Attractions as described above
All Taxes and Gratuities on included Meals and Lodging
All Luggage Handling
Tour Cost Per Person:
$1099.00 Double Occupancy
$1049.00 Triple Occupancy
$1399.00 Single Occupancy