Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
Winter Wonderland display.
Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
Brookgreen Gardens
Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
“Add a Dash of Sunshine to your Festive Cheer”
Travel to Murrell’s Inlet, a charming town straight out of a Hallmark movie, to experience the magic of Brookgreen Gardens Nights of a 1000 Candles. Stroll through the immaculate gardens, on the candle-lit pathways and admire the twinkling lights and enchanting displays. Plus, don’t miss the spectacular Festival of Trees at Ripley’s Aquarium, where beautifully decorated trees representing each US state and territory are displayed.
Shop last-minute Christmas deals, see two dazzling shows, and enjoy the company of others during the holiday season. Come and celebrate Christmas with us in Myrtle Beach.
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Brookgreen Gardens: Night of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens, the floral jewel of South Carolina's coastal community is a 9,127-acre historic site that preserves the natural and cultivated landscape of what once was four rice plantations. The gardens take on a new life during the Christmas Season with beautiful displays, thousands of twinkling lights, and 2700 hand-lit candles. Their annual Night of a Thousand Candles event was named "Best Christmas Lights in South Carolina" by Travel+Leisure Magazine.
Ripley’s Aquarium – Teas & Trees
Embark on an aquatic journey at Ripley’s Aquarium and see two-toed sloths, South African penguins, sharks, jellyfish, turtles, and colourful fish. Create holiday memories during their Festival of Trees event. Enjoy a high tea amongst the different animal species.
Duplin Winery Tour & Tasting
Southern hospitality is what you will find at Duplin Winery. Their signature wine is Muscadine wine, a sweeter style native to Southeastern United States.
Alabama Theatre: The Souths Grandest Christmas Show
Myrtle Beach’s famous Alabama Theatre brings the true meaning of Christmas to life with their annual, “The Souths Grandest Christmas Show”. Get ready for an unforgettable, magical experience filled with amazing pageantry, breathtaking sets, and cool special effects.
Wonders of Christmas Magic & Illusion Show by Charles Bach
Charles Bach is a master illusionist who has performed for Disney, in Las Vegas, and even featured on Penn & Teller Fool Us! His special holiday show features favourite Christmas songs, incredible performances, and tricks that will leave you asking, “how did he do that?”
Leave the Christmas Plans to Us
Skip the hustle and bustle of the season and celebrate Christmas in sunny Myrtle Beach. Meet new friends as you enjoy some festive fun including special surprises from Santa. With our group decked out in beautiful UGLY Christmas sweaters (don’t forget yours!), together, we’ll share some holiday cheer!
One-of-a-Kind Christmas Activities
Myrtle Beach is a hidden gem for all things Christmas. It has everything from specially decorated trees adorning the Ripley Aquarium’s hallways to spectacular Christmas shows.
Swap Snow for Sand
With the unpredictability of winter weather in Ontario, escape for a week to a warmer destination.
Prices are in Canadian dollars, are per person, and include HST.
Included Highlights:
Day 1: Travel Fairmont, WV
Enjoy the drive through southern Ontario, all decorated for the holidays, as we pick up guests and head for the border. After time at the Duty Free, sit back and relax as we travel to your stopover hotel in West Virginia. Before check-in, get to know your fellow guests with a welcome dinner.
Stay: Holiday Inn Express, West Virginia
Nights: 1
Meals: D
Day 2: Welcome to Myrtle Beach
The journey continues south, with lunch and comfort stops made along the way. Excitement awaits as you arrive in Myrtle Beach. See how impressive The Grand Strand shines during the Holiday season with decorations and twinkling lights around every corner. Welcome to the Homewood Suites by Hilton, an oceanfront property, and your home away from home for the next five nights. Get settled in and enjoy a group dinner.
Stay: Homewood Suites by Hilton
Nights: 5
Meals: B, D
Day 3: Christmas Day, Christmas Dinner & Show
Wake up to the sounds of the ocean at your door! After a leisurely breakfast, there will be time to go grocery shopping then it’s off to the Coastal Grand Mall, a mega-shopping complex with anchor stores such as JC Penny and Dicks Sporting Goods. Once back at the hotel, take the afternoon to explore independently. The hotel is a 1-minute walk from the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade. There are places to shop, eat, and even do! Rejoin the group for an included dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit Brookgreen Gardens for their Night of a Thousand Candles. Walk the pathways and see the immaculate gardens decorated with hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights.
Meals: B, D
Day 4: Ripley’s Aquarium, Wine Tasting & Christmas Show
Mid-morning, travel to Ripley's Aquarium for their annual Festival of Trees event. See over 100 trees intricately decorated, including a dedicated tree designed to represent each U.S. state and territory. An included feature is their Teas & Trees add-on, a unique high tea amongst the trees and aquatic species. Then it’s off to Duplin Winery, the oldest winery in the south, for a tour and a tasting. After an included dinner, visit the Alabama Theatre’s award-winning production, "The South's Grandest Christmas Show."
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Christmas Eve, Charles Bach Wonders Show
Take the day and explore Myrtle Beach as you see fit. Your tour director can help and will be available with suggestions. Games and crafts are a possibility. Regroup in the evening for an included dinner, then prepare to be wowed as the magic of Christmas comes to life at the Wonders of Christmas Magic & Illusion Show. Hear your favourite Christmas songs, see talented dancers, and experience illusionist Charles Bach. Return to the hotel and get ready for the arrival of Santa!
Meals: B, D
Day 6: Christmas Day Fun
Good morning, and Merry Christmas! After breakfast, transportation will be provided to those who would like to attend a Christmas morning church service (location TBA). After lunch, enjoy Christmas festivities with your fellow travellers, including an ugly Christmas sweater party. There will be dinner and more Christmas fun in the evening
Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Start the Journey Home
Today, we begin the journey home. Say goodbye to Myrtle Beach, sit back, and relax as we head north. There will be comfort stops will be made along the way. Arrive at your stop-over hotel and enjoy an included group dinner.
Stay: Holiday Inn Express, Weston, WV
Nights: 1
Meals: B, D
Day 8: Welcome Home
After an included breakfast, board the coach to continue the journey home. Once across the border, we will stop for dinner, then it’s time to wish your new friends and fellow travellers a friendly goodbye and Happy New Year!
Meals: B, D
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Fairmont, WV (1 night)
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is the perfect stopover hotel offering clean, quiet, and comfortable rooms.
Homeward Suites by Hilton, Myrtle Beach, SC (5 nights)
Relax and unwind on your stay at the Homeward Suites by Hilton. This oceanfront property features an indoor pool, fitness centre, WiFi, and two onsite restaurants, one with a beautiful terrace. The rooms are oceanfront with either a king-size bed or two doubles/queens and include an efficient kitchen with a full-sized fridge, cooktop stove, microwave, and dishwasher. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the boardwalk, SkyWheel, and entertainment district.
Holiday Inn Express, Weston, WV (1 night)
Get a good night's sleep at the Holiday Inn Express in their spacious rooms with pillowtop mattresses and duvet covers.
This 8-day day tour follows pickup Route B, and includes our unique Connections Program. The pickup locations are:
Myrtle Beach’s average daily temperature in December is 15° C. Remember to pack long pants and a light jacket for the evening.
Although this motorcoach tour starts and ends in Southern Ontario. guests can join this tour from anywhere in the world by flying to Toronto, and using our Connections Program for transportation to a pickup location! Please contact us to discuss your airfare and pre-and post-tour accommodation options.
Nightly, between 5pm-9pm, you can stroll through Winter Wonderland at the Beach. See over 100,000 Christmas lights and displays as you walk the famous boardwalk area.
Credit: Ripleys Aquarium
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Homewood Suites by Hilton Full-sized kitchen
Alabama Theatre
Credit: Myrtle Beach CVB
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