Meet the Maker Tour of Northeastern Pennsylvania

Day 1: Arrival at Settlers Inn, Hawley, PA

Afternoon:

• Check-in at Settlers Inn: Settle into your room at this charming historic inn.


• Mocha Origins Tour: Start your experience with a tour of Mocha Origins, a local chocolate and coffee producer committed to ethical sourcing and artisanal craftsmanship. Learn about the bean-to-bar process and enjoy samples of their products.

• Sip and Snip with Gorgeous Florals: Unwind with a creative floral arranging session led by a local florist. Sip on a glass of wine as you craft a beautiful bouquet to take back to your room.
• Dinner at Settlers Inn: Enjoy a farm-to-table dinner at the inn’s restaurant, featuring dishes made with ingredients sourced from local farms.

Day 2: Settlers Inn, Hawley, PA

Morning:

• Breakfast at Settlers Inn: Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring locally sourced ingredients.
• Bake with the Settlers Inn Pastry Chef: Spend your morning in the kitchen with the inn’s pastry chef, learning the secrets behind their delicious baked goods. Participate in a hands-on baking session and take home your creations.

• Dorflinger Glass Studio: Visit the nearby Dorflinger Glass Museum. Learn about the history of glassmaking in the region and browse their collection of exquisite glassware.
• Optional Activities:


• Hike at Promised Land State Park: If you’re up for some outdoor activity, take a hike in Promised Land State Park, located just a short drive away. Enjoy the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings.
• History Tour at Lock 31: Explore the history of the Delaware and Hudson Canal at Lock 31, a restored lock that offers a glimpse into the region’s industrial past.
• Shop at the Hawley Silk Mill
• Lunch at Runaway Train Brewery
• Evening:
  • Dinner at Glass Restaurant: Return to the inn for another delightful dinner, perhaps sampling different dishes from the previous night.

   

  Day 3: French Manor Inn & Spa, South Sterling, PA

  Morning:

  • Breakfast at Settlers Inn: Start your day with a delicious breakfast before departing for the French Manor.
  • Drive to French Manor Inn: Enjoy a scenic drive to the French Manor, a stone chateau with panoramic views of the Pocono Mountains.
  Afternoon:


• Check-in at French Manor: Relax and take in the elegant surroundings as you check in.

• Meet the Brewer at Jam Room Brewing Co.: Head to Jam Room Brewing Co. for a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process. Meet the brewer and taste some of their small-batch beers.
• Optional Activities:
  • Lacawac Sanctuary: Visit Lacawac Sanctuary, a nature preserve and ecological field station, for a guided hike or a peaceful stroll along the trails.
  • Spa at the French Manor: Indulge in a relaxing spa treatment at the inn’s on-site spa. Choose from a variety of services designed to rejuvenate your body and mind.
  Evening:
  • Chef’s Table Dinner at the French Manor: Enjoy an exclusive Chef’s Table dinner where you can interact with the chef and learn about the local ingredients used to create your meal.

   

  Day 4: Sayre Mansion, Bethlehem, PA

  Morning:
  • Breakfast at French Manor: Savor a French-inspired breakfast before departing for Bethlehem.
  • Drive to Sayre Mansion: Head to Bethlehem and check in at Sayre Mansion, a historic Victorian mansion in the Lehigh Valley.
    Afternoon:
  • Tasting at Galen Glen Winery: Stop along the way and visit Galen Glen Winery or another Lehigh Valley vineyard for a wine tasting. Learn about the unique terroir of the region and sample some of their finest wines.
  • Lehigh Valley Wine Trail: If you’re a wine enthusiast, consider spending the afternoon visiting several wineries on the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail.
  • Evening:
  
  
  • Dinner at Bolete Restaurant: Enjoy dinner at Bolete, a farm-to-table restaurant known for its locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes.

   

  Day 5: Sayre Mansion, Bethlehem, PA

  Morning:
  • Breakfast at Sayre Mansion: Start your day with a leisurely breakfast in the mansion’s elegant dining room.
  • Make Tea Cakes with Karen Hunter: Join local chef Karen Hunter for a hands-on baking session where you’ll make traditional tea cakes. Enjoy afternoon tea with your freshly baked treats.
  Afternoon:


• Martin Guitar Factory Tour: Tour the world-famous Martin Guitar Factory, where you’ll see how these iconic instruments are crafted. Learn about the history and craftsmanship that goes into each guitar.
• Optional Activities:


• Biking on the Delaware & Lehigh Canal Trail: Rent a bike and explore the scenic Delaware & Lehigh Canal Trail, a historic towpath that offers beautiful views and a peaceful ride.
• Glass Blowing at Banana Factory: Participate in a glass-blowing workshop at the Banana Factory, where you’ll work with a skilled artisan to create your own piece of glass art.
• Evening:
• Dinner at Zest

Day 6: Departure

Morning:

• Breakfast at Sayre Mansion: Enjoy your final breakfast before checking out.
• Departure: Head home, enriched by the unique experiences and connections made during your "Meet the Makers" tour.