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Bus Tour - August 28 - September 2, 2024
Spectacular Darlington NASCAR Tour
Bus Departs Willow St., Lancaster & Harrisburg, PA, or Meet us on the way.
Depart Willow Street at 4:30 AM, Lancaster at 5:30 AM, and Harrisburg at 6:30 AM. All times are approximate.
Darlington Cook Out 500, Who will make the Round of 16? Don’t miss the regular season finale at the track Too Tough to Tame! Darlington Raceway’s unusual 1.366-mile egg-shaped oval has become a staple of the NASCAR calendar since its inception in 1950, earning itself the nicknames “Lady in Black” and “The Track Too Tough to Tame”. By the end of the 500-mile race, nearly every car will have the famous “Darlington Stripe”. Your NASCAR Cup Series tickets are in the Pearson Grandstand (turn 4). Upgrade your experience at the Lady in Black by adding on the Pre-Race Experience. You will: Walk along the front stretch of the track Too Tough Too Tame, Sign the start/finish line, Catch driver introductions up close and personal, and more. The circuit is also host to the Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum, which focuses on the history of the circuit and stock car racing more generally.
Day 1: Depart Lancaster at approximately 5:30 AM with a made-to-order BREAKFAST included as we travel to Richard Childress Racing for a SELF-GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR. The RCR Museum takes visitors through a journey that includes team owner Richard Childress’ earliest days as a NASCAR driver, the championship-winning years with Dale Earnhardt and the No. 3 team, the evolution and success of the team after Earnhardt’s untimely passing, and Childress’ passion for the outdoors. Our home for the next two nights is the Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte. Drury Hotels are known for its HAPPY HOUR (NIGHTLY KICKBACK) FREE FOOD & BEVERAGES. https://www.druryhotels.com/locations/charlotte-nc/drury-inn-and-suites-charlotte-university-place. The remainder of the evening is on your own.
Accommodations: Drury Inn & Suites, 415 WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262. Phone 704-593-0700.
Meals: B, D
Day 2: BREAKFAST buffet included at the hotel, before departing for a day of NASCAR RACE MUSEUM TOURS including JOE GIBBS RACING, JR MOTORSPORTS, TEAM PENSKE, AND HENDRICK’S MOTORSPORTS. A brief stop will be made at EARNHARDT PLAZA. In the heart of Dale Earnhardt’s hometown of Kannapolis, this NASCAR legend’s life and career are celebrated at the Dale Earnhardt Tribute Plaza https://www.visitnc.com/listin/jxyz/dale-earnhardt-tribute-plaza. Lunch today will be a HOT BUFFET in the SPEEDWAY CLUB AT CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY. The Speedway Club Restaurant is widely regarded as the ultimate room with a view: delicious food, gracious hospitality, and a world-famous panoramic look at Charlotte Motor Speedway https://www.gospeedwayclub.com. Before departing the speedway get A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY, THE DIRT TRACK, AND ZMAX DRAGWAY! Learn the illustrious history of each track while taking in the sights and sounds of America's Home for Racing! Dinner this evening is the HAPPY HOUR (NIGHTLY KICKBACK) at the hotel.
Accommodations: Drury Inn & Suites, 415 WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262. Phone 704-593-0700.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: BREAKFAST buffet included at the hotel, before departing for the NASCAR HALL OF FAME for a SELF-GUIDED TOUR and LUNCH. The NASCAR HALL OF FAME celebrates the history, heritage, and heroes of our sport. From NASCAR’s roots in moonshine to history-making moments from recent seasons, the Hall of Fame brings to life the NASCAR experience from its beginnings to the present day. The exhibits are interactive experiences that are ever-changing, there is always something new to explore https://www.nascarhall.com. Onward to CURB MUSIC & MOTORSPORT MUSEUM for SELF-GUIDED TOURS The museum represents two business interests and passions of Mike Curb, the museum’s owner. A long-time motorsports enthusiast, Curb is the owner and founder of the leading country music record label in the country. Current recording artists under the Curb label include Wynonna Judd, Tim McGraw, LeeAnn Rimes, Hank Williams, Jr., and Lyle Lovett, as well as a host of stars of tomorrow. Over the years, Curb has owned cars driven by NASCAR legends including Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, Dale Jarrett, Ron Bouchard, and Johnny Sauter. This star-studded blend of auto racing and country music is well-represented at the museum. https://www.explorecabarrus.com/businesses/curb-motorsports-museum. The next stop on the tour is the Hampton Inn, Lumberton, South Carolina https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/lbtwahx-hampton-lumberton. The remainder of the evening is on your own including dinner. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the hotel.
Accommodations: Hampton Inn, 204 Wintergreen Drive, Lumberton, NC 28358. Phone 910-738-3332.
Meals: B, L
Day 4: BREAKFAST buffet included at the hotel, before departing for Darling Raceway. We will make a grocery store stop to pick up your track necessities. Your tickets are General Admission for the XFINITY SPORT CLIPS HAIRCUTS VFW HELP A HERO 200. Returning to the hotel after the race.
Accommodations: Hampton Inn, 204 Wintergreen Drive, Lumberton, NC 28358. Phone 910-738-3332.
Meals: B
Day 5: BREAKFAST buffet included at the hotel, before departing for Darling Raceway. We will have a TAILGATE PARTY in the afternoon, before the SOUTHERN COOK OUT 500 race at 6 PM. Your seats are located in the Pearson Tower in Turn 4. Pearson Tower is an elevated grandstand, so even the lowest rows have excellent views. The entire track can be seen from these seats and you are across from the entrance of pit road so you have a great view of the latter half of pit road. There is a great view of cars coming through turn 4 and the entrance of pit road, and racing down the front stretch. Returning to the hotel after the race.
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Accommodations: Hampton Inn, 204 Wintergreen Drive, Lumberton, NC 28358. Phone 910-738-3332.
Meals: B, L
Day 6: BREAKFAST buffet included at the hotel, before departing for home. DINNER will be included.
Meals: B, D
Tour includes:
Roundtrip Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, 5 nights lodging, 6 breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Lunch in the Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 2 Dinners, Tailgate Party, Stops at 5 Race Team Museums, Photo stop at Earnhardt Plaza, Track Tour at Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Curb Museum for Music & Motorsports, General Admission Xfinity Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a Hero 200, Pearson Seating for the Southern Cook Out 500, Sunday Tailgate Party, Water & Snacks on the Motorcoach, Experienced and Knowledgeable Tour Representative, All Taxes.
Cost Per Person:
1 person per room $2,172.00, 2 people per room $1,625.00
3 people per room $1,444.00, 4 people per room $1,353.00
$500.00 Per person is due, to reserve your seat, and the balance is due June 28, 2024.
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Itinerary:
Full itineraries will be emailed about 1 week prior to departure day. information will include all departure times and locations as well as the name and cell number of your tour representative.
Additional Tour Information:
Your seats are located in the Pearson Tower in Turn 4. Pearson Tower is an elevated grandstand, so even the lowest rows have excellent views. The entire track can be seen from these seats and you are across from the entrance of pit road so you have a great view of the latter half of pit road. There is a great view of cars coming through turn 4, the entrance of pit road, and racing down the front stretch.
Bus parking is near turn 1. This tour involves walking and climbing steps.
Bus Tour - August 28 - September 2, 2024
Spectacular Darlington NASCAR Tour
Bucket List Tours by Barb would love to have you on one of our motorcoach tours. Tours originate from Lancaster, PA. with additional pick-up locations in route. Feel free to contact us about additional departure locations.