4 Days Adventures Abound in the Blue Ridge
Itinerary highlights
Seek solitude and adventure together in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Escape to Primland for four days of fresh mountain air, filled with exploring on RTVs, or head out on horseback to experience scenic views you can only find on the 12,000-private-acre property. Children of all ages can enjoy nature hikes along the Old Appalachian Trail or glimpse Saturn and the Milky Way in Primland’s Observatory. Enjoy a wine-paired dinner in the Schlumberger Wine Cellar. Soak in the Southern hospitality with a family dinner at Stables Saloon with live bluegrass music. Find your adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Adventure outdoors to explore Primland's 12,000 acres with a private guided hike on one of Primland's trails
Enjoy a horseback riding excursion surrounded by scenic views of the Highlands
Tee off on the Highland Course, the #1 Public Course in Virginia - Golf Digest
Get a true taste of the great outdoors at our Outdoor Activities Center, where you can participate in archery, horseback riding, RTV experiences and fly fishing
Day 1
1PM | Arrive at Primland
After a scenic drive, arrive in time for a bite or enjoy a relaxing stroll on the grounds; then, settle into your luxury accommodations.
4PM | Guided Hike Along the Old Appalachian Trail
Take an afternoon walk guided by Primland’s naturalist along the Old Appalachian Trail to explore the vast variety of flora and fauna indigenous to Southern Appalachia.
6:30PM | Tasting Journey in Schlumberger Wine Cellar
Enjoy a wine-paired dinner in the Schlumberger Wine Cellar, where you will experience tastings of varietals from the world’s finest vineyards, including our sister property, Domaines Schlumberger in France’s Alsace region.
9PM | Fireside Nightcap
Following dinner, cozy up to a fireplace on the North Terrace with a glass of bourbon.
Day 2
10AM | Morning Yoga & Breakfast
Get moving with a private yoga class on our outdoor forest-cloaked yoga deck. Enjoy in-room breakfast on your private balcony after, where you’ll take in expansive mountain vistas high above the Pinnacles of Dan.
2PM | Afternoon on Horseback
Explore Primland’s 12,000 acres on horseback and relish the scenic views only accessible by horse.
6PM | Evening at the Saloon
Get a true taste of Virginia at Stables Saloon with a traditional chef’s table Southern supper. Delight in live bluegrass music and relaxed family-style dining.
8:30PM | Stargazing
End the evening at the Observatory. With the resort’s remote location and altitude, Primland enjoys unusual clarity of the night sky, perfect for an evening of stargazing led by our resident astronomers.
Day 3
8:30AM | Golf the Highland Course
Hit the links of the Highland Course for a challenging but rewarding round with sweeping mountain vistas at every turn.
2PM | Clay Shooting
Get a taste of the true outdoors with a thrilling round of clay shooting led by the Orvis-backed guides at our Outdoor Activities Center.
5PM | Moonshine Tales
Sip on a moonshine cocktail or flight, enjoy live bluegrass music and learn about the rich history of the moonshine trade that was active on Primland’s land in the 19th century.
6:30PM | Epicurean Delights at Leatherflower
Savor your last dinner at Primland with a bespoke culinary journey through the tastes of Appalachia at Leatherflower, the resort’s recently reimagined signature restaurant.
Day 4
9AM | Morning of Wellness
Enjoy a selection of fresh-pressed juices and our homemade chia pudding at Leatherflower before restoring at the Auberge Spa at Primland. Try one of our soothing body treatments or a massage featuring organic products from our partner Farmaesthetics.
11:30AM | Early Lunch at 19th Pub
Take in the rolling fairways and unique mountain ridge line of Pinnacles of Dan one final time while enjoying lunch at 19th Pub before your journey home.