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Itinerary: Subject to change due to local conditions, unforeseen events, or more interesting as yet unplanned awesome experiences that become available
Overview:
It’s time to capture that special kind of magic of the holiday season and there’s no better place to find it than the merry Koziar’s Christmas Village. Imagine driving through a darkened countryside on an unlit country road where after reaching the top of the last hill, you’ll drive straight into a festive Christmas fairyland. The entire valley will be magnificently aglow with more than one million dazzling holiday lights adorning buildings, gift barns, and the entire landscape.
This longstanding tradition has been operated by the Koziar family on their farm since 1948, so it’s one not to miss! Wander the lighted, paved pathways through a Winter Wonderland past holiday themed glass building displays and dance your way to the Kissing Bridge with the jolly Christmas music. Warm up with some hot chocolate while visiting the indoor displays and everyone’s favorite holiday train display where you can follow the magical trains through tunnels and across trestles into a cheerful miniature holiday town.
Pennsylvania has more magical moments to delight in like the enormous collection of everything Christmas at the century old Murdough’s Christmas Barn and delving into the Pennsylvania German traditions of Christmas at the Heritage Center. So grab your Christmas spirit and an overnight bag and join us on a magical Winter Wonderland adventure!
Day One: Fairgrounds Farmers Market
Our first magical stop will be a Pennsylvania Dutch treat as you browse all the goodies and gifts at the festive Fairgrounds Farmers Market, a community staple since 1935.
Grab a snack, browse the goodies, and you may just find that perfect gift!
Murdough's Christmas Barn:
Get your shopping shoes on because we’re headed to the merry and bright Murdough’s Christmas Barn filled with an enormous array of everything Christmas.
Shop away!
Early Dinner:
Now we check into our comfy hotel for a short break before our evening begins with an included early dinner at a great local spot.
Koziar's Christmas Village:
It’s time for more magic as we make our way through the dark countryside where at the crest of the last hill you’ll be wowed by an amazing glow of lights that fill the valley with sparkling delight. Welcome to the magical Koziar’s Christmas Village
where you’ll be dazzled by the millions of twinkling lights along with those shining back at you from the calm reflective lake.
Take your time to wander through the jolly Winter Wonderland pathways at your own pace and feel the holiday spirit beneath each step. Take a walk on Holly Wreath Land and don’t forget to stop by the cozy country kitchen for homemade baked goodies along with unique gifts and ornaments and you can even have a photo with Santa himself!
Now that we’re filled to the brim with the magical spirit of Christmas, let’s head back to our comfy hotel for a good night’s sleep.
Day 2: Pennsylvania German Culture Heritage Center
More magic will happen today when we step into the folklife museum at the Pennsylvania German Culture Heritage Center set on the historic Sharadin Farmstead.
It’s here where we’ll discover the roots of the region’s culture and Christmas traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch.
Our tour will guide us through traditional buildings that capture the past way of life as you feel history beneath your feet at every step.
Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market:
Magical treasures await at the historic Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market where a stroll past the 50 local merchants will bring you face to face with just about everything your heart desires.
While you’re browsing, find a tasty lunch on your own among the variety of food vendors, it will be a tough choice!
Now we make our cheery way back to New Jersey with the Christmas spirit guiding our way.
Pricing & Departures:
Departs Ridgewood Graydon Pool at the corner of Linwood Ave & Northern Parkway at 8:30 AM and returns at approximately 6:30 PM
Departs Madison’s Kings Road Parking Lot, 62 Kings Rd. at 9:15 AM and returns at approximately 5:45 PM
Departs South Plainfield High School at the end of Lane Ave at 10:00 AM and returns at approximately 5:00 PM
Price per person is $ Twin & $ Single. No reservations accepted without a deposit of $150 per person. Make checks payable to Group Tours & Travel and mail to the included address. Final payment is due September 20, 2025. Deposits are fully refundable if cancellation occurs on or before September 20, 2025. There are no refunds if cancellation occurs after September 20, 2025. Travel protection/cancellation coverage is available and highly recommended (approximately 10% of the total cost of the tour) but not included. One piece of luggage per person and one carry-on are permitted. Educated Wanderer is not responsible for any delays, cancellations, injuries or circumstances beyond its control and reserves the right to change this itinerary. All trip components are subject to change in accordance with Government, State and Local guidelines and/or mandates. This tour will run rain or shine.
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PO Box 35 Henryville, PA 18332
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