An eco-friendly tour that’s all about sustainability, appreciating the planet and taking action to make things better.
Day 1
Arrive at a “Virginia Green” Hotel – Hotels like the Oceanfront Inn or Founders Inn are the perfect choice, knowing that it meets the state’s stringent standards for reducing environmental impact.- Farmers Market – Check out a seasonal craft fair, the farmers market and local produce stands in Pungo.
- Heritage Store – The Heritage Store offers a wide variety of organic choices.
- Dinner – Enjoy local coastal cuisine centered on fresh produce and delicious seafood at Croc’s 19th Street Bistro, one of the many restaurants committed to green practices.
Day 2
Virginia Beach Bay Days – After breakfast, head out for a volunteer stint working oyster beds, or beach cleanup. United Way and Volunteer Hampton Roads can provide options for your groups volunteer efforts.- Rockafellers – Enjoy lunch at another green restaurant featuring home grown ingredients.
- Wild River Outfitters – Immerse yourself in the ecosystem with a hiking, kayak or canoe tour.
- Dinner – Enjoy a dinner of freshly caught seafood and locally grown organic produce in the lively atmosphere of Hot Tuna Grill. Take a nighttime stroll along the Chesapeake Bay before heading back to your hotel.
Day 3
False Cape State Park – Enjoy a sunrise over the Atlantic, then spend the morning blueberry picking.- Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge – Explore local wildlife and waterfowl while hiking or paddling with an expert guide.
- First Landing State Park – Your visit will put you deep into the forests adjacent to the site where the first English settlers landed in 1607. Wrap up your visit with a real connection to a time when living off the land was everyone’s choice.