Wicomico County Recreation, Parks & Tourism Department

Bus Trips, Tours and Cruises

Virginia International Military Tattoo

• When: Saturday, April 29, 2012
• Departure Time: 7:30 am
• Arrive Home: 9:30 pm
• Depart From: Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
• Cost: $114.50/person

The term "tattoo" derives from the cries of the 17th and 18th century Low Country innkeepers, who, as the fifes and drums of the local regiment signaled a return to quarter would cry, "Doe den tap toe!" – Turn of the taps! The sound of the "taps" caused the innkeeper’s customers to depart and return to their barracks. The word "tattoo" evolved over time, and refers to what developed as a ceremonial performance of military music by massed bands today. Each year’s Tattoo is different, with new performers from across the globe, new themes of honor and patriotism and state of the art technical effects which will leave you amazed. What never changes – the massed pipes and drums, a profound sense of pride and an amazingly inspirational finale. Price includes; transportation, breakfast buffet, naval base tour, tattoo ticket, dinner on the way home, tax and gratuities. For more information on please contact Karen McInturff at 410-548-4900 ext. 113 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

LADEW Topiary Gardens

• When: Saturday, May 18, 2012
• Departure Time: 7:00am
• Arrive Home: 8:30pm
• Depart From: Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
• Cost: $86.50/per person

Ladew Topiary Gardens is considered “the most outstanding topiary garden in America” by the Garden Club of America, with 15 thematic gardens on 22 acres.  We will enjoy a private tour of the circa 1747 Manor House which is filled with English antiques and fox hunting memorabilia and the oval library is listed as one of the “most beautiful rooms in America.”  We will also enjoy a guided walk through the Gardens and lunch at the Ladew Café.  We should arrive just in time for the blooming of the azaleas.    Price includes transportation, admission to the gardens, house tour, lunch, and bus driver’s tip.

Tall Ships at Cape Charles

• When: Friday, June 8, 2012
• Departure Time: 8:00am
• Arrive Home: 8:30pm
• Depart From: Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
• Cost: $116/per person
• Group Cost: $111/per person (6 or more)

Tall Ships at Cape Charles trip includes tours of Tall Ships and naval vessels.  Lunch will be provided aboard the tall Ship Sultana during a two hour day sail.  The evening will conclude with dinner in Onnancock, Va.  Don't miss out on this fun day.  This trip is limited to the first 30 people.