Du Pont Legacy Tour Part 2 – Nemours & Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Du Pont Legacy Tour Part 2 – Nemours & Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Join A-1 Tours this year  to explore the Du Pont Legacy – a fantastic story of how it all began. We visit
mansions, museums and of course stunning summer gardens that each hold its own unique
character and rich history.

The Legacy Tour is split over the three days. July 16, August 27 and December 10, 2026. While we would love for you to join us for all three days,
you are welcome to attend just one—choose the experience that suits you best.

We depart early in the morning for the Brandywine Valley, setting out for another memorable day filled with history, grand mansions, and beautiful gardens. Our first stop is the absolutely stunning Nemours Estate, a 102‑room mansion inspired by Versailles’ Petit Trianon, where Marie Antoinette once found refuge. Built in the early 1900s by Alfred I. du Pont, the estate takes its name from a small town in France. Here, you’ll explore exquisitely manicured formal French gardens, offering dramatic views of gilded statues and sparkling fountains. Your visit is self‑guided, with knowledgeable staff stationed throughout the accessible rooms of the mansion, ready to share stories and answer questions as you explore at your own pace.

From here, we head out for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.

Winterthur Estate was the longtime home of its founder, Henry Francis du Pont, a prominent
art collector and horticulturist whose influence was significant in his time.
Today, Winterthur is a wonderful destination—especially in the summer—when
visitors can enjoy scenic walking trails and breathtaking floral displays
throughout the grounds. You will have access to the public tram ride through
select areas of the gardens, and ample time to tour the beautiful mansion and
current exhibitions at your own pace. As at Nemours, professionally trained
staff are stationed throughout the Winterthur mansion to share fascinating
insights and answer any questions you may have.

Travel  aboard a luxury motor coach equipped with Wi‑Fi and restrooms, with
additional rest stops provided along the way.

Duration: Approx. 13 hours from first pick up to last drop off 

Approx. schedule:

Pick up at your selected pick- up point

09:45am Approx. arrival at Nemours Estate

10:00am Entry for self-guide tour

12:00pm departure Nemours Estate

12:30 Lunch

2:00 approx. arrival at Winterthur

2:15pm approx. Tour start

3:15pm Free time

4:30pm departure from Winterthur

Drop off at your selected drop off point

Tour includes:

Roundtrip transportation

Admission to Nemours Estate & Winterthur Garden,
Museum & Library

Seated lunch with selection of non alcoholic beverages  

Bottled water & snacks onboard the coach

Driver’s gratuity

Tour Excludes:

Gratuity for the guides at the gardens and
museums. 

If there are any
questions or if you need assistance making the booking place contact A-1 Tours
General Manger: Josefin Lagnelius
Email: jlagnelius@a1tours.com
Phone: 609-919-2037
Cell: 347-340-9259