Christmas with the Du Ponts

Step back in time and experience the grandeur of the holiday season as you journey through the opulent estates and breathtaking gardens of the legendary du Pont family. This enchanting seven-day adventure from December 10th - 16th takes you through the Château Country of the Delaware Valley, where historic mansions, twinkling lights, and festive displays bring Christmas to life like never before.

🌟 Highlights of Your Journey:

🔹 Longwood Gardens – A winter wonderland awaits at Pierre du Pont’s world-famous gardens. Wander through the Conservatory, dazzling with thousands of poinsettias, towering Christmas trees, and fragrant holiday blooms. Outside, colorful fountains dance to festive music, and over half a million sparkling lights illuminate the landscape. Strolling carolers set the scene for a magical evening, complete with dinner at your choice of Longwood’s dining venues.

🔹 Nemours Mansion & Gardens – Built by Alfred du Pont for his beloved wife, this French-inspired estate is a masterpiece of elegance. Step inside to admire 18th-century furniture, hand-painted ornaments, and antique holiday decorations, as you learn about the du Pont family’s Christmas traditions.

🔹 Hagley Museum & Eleutherian Mills – Travel back to 1802 at the original du Pont gunpowder works and ancestral home. Experience French holiday traditions celebrated by the family, from New Year’s gift-giving to Twelfth Night festivities, all in a beautifully preserved 19th-century setting.

🔹 Winterthur Museum & Garden – Explore Henry Francis du Pont’s former home, where 175 rooms sparkle with elaborate holiday displays. Don’t miss the stunning dried-flower Christmas tree, a true Yuletide treasure! Ride through the picturesque gardens on an open tram, soaking in the beauty of the season.

🔹 Along the way, you'll enjoy comfortable overnight stays, daily breakfasts, and an exclusive dinners at a local restaurants.

From magnificent mansions to storybook gardens, this tour is a celebration of elegance, history, and holiday charm. Come experience Christmas with the Du Ponts—a festive journey like no other!

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