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Coaches have been coming to Salisbury-Rowan County for almost 250 years. While modern motorcoaches have replaced colonial
stagecoaches, Salisbury-Rowan County has remained a popular destination with a diverse selection of value-priced attractions. And our location, on I-85 halfway between Charlotte and Greensboro and not far from I-77 and
I-40, make Salisbury-Rowan County a perfect hub-and-spoke destination that allows your guests to explore the treasures in North Carolina's Heartland. Let us help you plan your group tour by:
- Assisting with bid packages
- Assisting with developing itineraries
- Contacting local attractions and making reservations for your group
- Identifying and contacting local resources for programs, activities and speakers
- Providing "Welcome Packets" of brochures and promotional items For a comprehensive Group Tour Guide, go to "Contact Us" or call 1.800.332.2343.
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SEARCHING FOR THE CONFEDERACY
Take a trip back to the old South and discover Salisbury's important role during the Civil War. Begin your quest with a tour of the Salisbury Confederate Prison site and the Salisbury National Cemetery.
Although the garrison house is all that remains of the prison complex, a guide will enthrall your group with tales about Salisbury during that infamous war. The guide will also lead you through the Salisbury
National Cemetery where monuments pay tribute to the estimated 11,700 soldiers who died while incarcerated at the prison. Next, take a guided tour of the Josephus Hall House, former home of Dr. Hall who served as
the Chief Surgeon at the Salisbury Confederate Prison. This beautiful house museum retains its pre-war grandeur with an impressive collection of mid-Victorian furnishings and decorative accessories belonging to
the Hall family. Dr. Hall's pardon, signed by President Andrew Johnson, hangs in the upstairs hallway.
GOING ON SAFARI
While just a few miles off I-77, you will feel
miles away from civilization as you go on a safari at the Lazy 5 Ranch. Park your motorcoach, and load your group onto horse-drawn wagons for an adventure they will never forget. During the 3-½ mile safari
through gently sloping pastures, your group will be able to get up close and personal with an amazing collection of exotic animals from around the world. Be sure to bring your camera. After all, who would
believe you actually fed a camel? SHOPPER'S DELIGHT Spend a leisurely day of browsing and buying in Salisbury and the surrounding communities. Begin your day
at the Visitor Information Center, where your group will be greeted and receive some valuable discount coupons from local merchants. While strolling along Salisbury's tree-lined streets, your group will be
delighted as they discover an array of specialty shops, one right after another offering everything from original artwork and handcrafted pottery to bib overalls and bedding plants. With 15 restaurants in downtown Salisbury, you can satisfy your appetite with sidewalk dining in a relaxed atmosphere or experience the charm of a restored female academy and lunch on Salisbury Steak, or anything in between. Before
leaving the downtown area, stop at the Salisbury Emporium, which boasts 15,000 square feet filled with an assortment of antiques, decorations and gifts. Next, travel to Bridge to the World in the neighboring town
of Spencer. This unique non-profit store stocks some unusual handmade gifts and decorative accessories, with proceeds supporting craftspeople in several poverty-stricken countries. ALL ABOARD IN SPENCER, N.C. Experience the "golden age of railroads" at the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer. Your group will be greeted at the Barber
Junction Welcome Center, where they can board the train for a ride around the museum site. Next, tour the 37-bay restored 1924 Robert Julian Roundhouse, one of only a few authentic roundhouses remaining in the
country. Visit antique automobiles in vintage settings at "Bumper to Bumper," and trace the history of transportation in "Wagon, Wheels & Wings." Finally, stop at the gift station to purchase a memento
of your visit. Treat your group to a lunch of North Carolina's famous pork barbecue. After lunch, history will come alive as guides lead you on a walking tour of the railroader's hometown and recount
many of the town's memorable (and often humorous) stories. Before leaving, give your group a little free time to explore Spencer's quaint downtown. Many of the stores reflect the town's heritage with their
unique wares, including an unbelievable selection of miniature trains, authentic railroad lanterns, locally crafted train charms, and artist renderings of depots and trains.
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