A REJUVENATING GETAWAY
Indulge in an invigorating escape. Venture out of town to the mountains of Virginia for heart pumping hikes, paired with delicious food, yoga and a stay at luxurious, boutique hotels.
The Elements Lexington Hiking reTREAT includes two days of Elements curated and guided hikes; early morning yoga; trail-head shuttle service and all meals including summit-side, gourmet picnics and dinner at the farm to table Red Hen Restaurant (except for Sunday/Monday reTREATs). We'll provide booking information for a 2-night stay at the Georges, a boutique hotel; cost of hotel is not included in the price of the package.
The Elements guides do the heavy lifting, literally — by carrying picnics, maps first aid kits etc, and figuratively by curating the routes so you can focus on the beauty! Our priority is your safety but rest assured, fun, adventure and food are all gunning for second place!
We offer reTREATs in both Spring and Fall. See what we have scheduled below, and if there's nothing lined up, subscribe to be notified when enrollment opens for future seasons.
$275
Schedule
Tuesday
- 4 – 8:00: Check in at the George’s Hotel. Dinner is en route or on your own. Elements is happy to provide Lexington restaurant suggestions as well as gather as a group if arrivals are around dinner-time.
- 8:30: Introductions and orientation meeting. Fireside at Taps (the bar at The Georges).
Wednesday
- 6:30: Pre-hike yoga.
- 8:00: Breakfast.
- 8:30: All-day hike with trail-side lunch provided. Hike will be between 6 & 8 miles with lots of ups and downs, great vistas, ancient stone outcroppings and beautiful foliage.
- 3:00: Enjoy a much deserved cold beer from local brewery.
- 4:00: Relax. Get a massage (schedule in advance), take another yoga class, explore Lexington or keep it simple and take a nap until dinner time.
- 6:00: Hors d'oeuvres and drinks before dinner.
- 7:00: Three-course dinner.
- Sleep well!
Thursday
- 6:45: Early morning walking tour of Lexington with Margaret.
- 8:00: Breakfast.
- 9:00: Hike at Crabtree Falls; a spectacular climb flanked by babbling stream and dramatic waterfalls. Trail-side picnic is provided at summit overlook. The trail is well maintained but expect some steep ups and downs. Mileage approximately 4 miles.
Inclusions
This package includes:
- Two Elements guided hikes plus Elements Guides (Margaret and assistant)
- Elements Welcome TREATS for reTREATers
- One pre-hike yoga class
- Two gourmet picnic lunches (carried by guides)
- Post-hike local brew
- Sunset hors d'oeuvres on the terrace of the Georges
- Three-course dinner at Taps Restaurant
- Transportation to & from first hike
- Guided-walk through Lexington
Note: Hotel accommodations for 2 nights at The George’s should be reserved and purchased independently (their overnight stays include breakfast). All bar bills and alcohol at cocktails & dinner are to be paid separately.
More details to be provided upon enrollment. Have additional questions in the meantime? Check out our FAQ and testimonials. And feel free to send us a question!