Finger Lakes Region (May, September, and October)
Scheduled trips: Please
contact us to schedule a custom trip!
Trip Cost: $1,695 -
(6 Days/5 Nights)
There is a $300 single supplement charge
We enjoy walks along, and above, three of the
eleven glacially- carved, north-to-south oriented Finger Lakes in central NY - Lakes
Keuka, Seneca, and Cayuga. In the uplands between the lakes lie national forest lands -
dotted with ponds, meadows, scenic overlooks, and blueberry patches - and rolling
vineyards leading to fine wineries that we can sample. Nearby are immaculate farms tended
by Amish and Mennonite families who continue to eschew electricity and other modern
services.
Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls and Enfield Glen in Lehman
State Parks preserve cataract-riven cliffs with superb trail systems. We also walk on the
Finger Lakes Trail and the Outlet Trail near the town of Penn Yan. Finally, we'll enjoy
the college town of Ithaca, with its impressive park system, Cornell University's
Plantations, and the famous Moosewood Restaurant. Elevations range from lakeside (200')
to 1000'.
We stay at two lodgings: Red House Country Inn, in the national forest, and Finton's
Landing B&B on Lake Keuka. Spring or fall, this a satisfyingly scenic part of New York
state.