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BOUTIQUE TASTINGS
Cork & Keg’s curated seven-hour Bolds & Golds – Hidden Gems tour showcases the small-production craftsmanship of boutique wineries 868 Estate Vineyards, The Barns at Hamilton Station and Endhardt Vineyards, each acclaimed for their gold medal-winning wines. The Journey Through Wine, History & Heritage package meanwhile includes winemaker-led tastings at Zephaniah Farm Vineyard and a seated tasting and lunch at Williams Gap Vineyard.
FLY-FISHING TRIPS
Guests of Hotel Burg in downtown Leesburg can book half or full-day Potomac River boating excursions with celebrated Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing guide Scott Penn. Penn interprets the Potomac like a western stream, pointing out historic sites and wildlife – eagles, ospreys, otters – on his scenic tour and finding the best smallmouth bass spots. Hotel Burg provides a packed lunch and transport to and from the river.
GUIDED TRAIL RIDES
Equestrian-themed Salamander Middleburg has 14 horses stabled on property, allowing guests to choose the most suitable mount for a variety of rides. The Countryside Group Trail Ride is a leisurely one-hour exploration of rural Middleburg on wooded paths; the Stone Wall Private Trail Ride is for more experienced riders: a personalized guided journey down some of Middleburg’s iconic stone-fenced country lanes past grand estates and horse farms.
HIKING WITH LLAMAS
Head to Double 8 Alpaca & Llama Ranch in the foothills of the Short Hill Mountains for a one-and-a-half hour Hiking with Llamas encounter. Learn how to hold and lead your personal llama before strapping a pack to it and heading into the hills. The trail is steep but llamas, known as South American Mules, can carry 25% of their body weight, so you travel light. Back at the ranch there are 40 alpacas and a farm store selling hats, gloves, socks and more from harvested alpaca wool.
DIY MUSIC TOUR
In 2024, music producer Todd Wright and acclaimed performer Terri B! – Loudoun’s artist in residence – worked with a group of Loudoun musicians and songwriters to write, create and record five original songs in four unique Loudoun locations. Scan with Spotify below or search Loudoun AIR (Artist in Residence) on Apple Music and take a self-driving music tour to some of the locations: John Wesley Church in Waterford, Walsh Family Wine and end with a whiskey tasting at Catoctin Creek Distillery.
Loudoun is full of artisanal, epicurean and culturally rich experiences. Connect to the land or enjoy its bounty with these hand-picked adventures for private parties or small groups.
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Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend, a family retreat or a solo adventure, book a thoughtfully crafted package to experience the best of Loudoun’s food, wine, nature and charm in the most seamless, effortless way.
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