VERY POPULAR, AMAZING EVENT!

Virginia International TATTOO Festival, Norfolk VA  

Friday April 23-Sunday April 25, 2027

Begin your patriotic adventure aboard the Victory Rover Cruising through the bustling Hampton Roads Harbor, one of the largest in the world. Enjoy fascinating and entertaining commentary during the two-hour excursion aboard this naval themed vessel. Take in the sights of aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines, guided cruisers and all of the other ships that form the world's most powerful armada. A boxed dinner will be served picnic style during the cruise.  After the cruise you will check in to a local Nofolk hotel, Towne Place Suites by Marriott.  The celebration continues on Saturday morning. Following breakfast at the hotel, you will head downtown for an early visit to Nauticus, a nautical museum, where you will learn about the power of the sea, experience ship handling first hand and pet a shark. Visit the museum and then enjoy a self-guided tour of the Battleship Wisconsin—the largest battleship that served in WWII, the Korean War and the Persian Gulf War. Walk the short distance for reserved seating at the Parade of Nations which features marching bands, Tattoo performers, dazzling floats and decorated NATO officials, all representing NATO nations. Walk the short distance to Town Point Park for NATO Fest, a cultural experience of food, drink and entertainment. The 28 NATO countries will showcase unique cultures in a festival-style format. You can take in the sights and sounds while enjoying lunch on your own from the many international offerings. Depart for the hotel for some down time. Prior to the evening excitement you will enjoy a nice dinner before a fun-filled night at The Virginia International Tattoo beginning with Hullabaloo, featuring performances by a variety of musicians, dancers and drill teams. Then it’s on to the main event—the Tattoo, the largest in the United States.  Short drive back to the hotel after the spectacular show.

After breakfast and check-out, and depart for the National Museum of Marines in Virginia.  The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines - past, present and future. World-class interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology surround visitors with irreplaceable artifacts and immerse them in the sights and sounds of Marines in action.  Lunch will be enjoyed prior to the museum experience.  Package includes motor coach transportation, overnight accommodations in Norfolk Virginia, two breakfasts, two dinners, one lunch, guided tours, admissions, driver’s gratuity and trip leader.

$890 pp double occupancy, $1,099 single $100 deposit to reserve Balance due February 17

Bus departs Toms River Bus Station, Jackson , Target, Brick approximate 8:00 PM return

Some walking is involved.