AboutUs
At Legacy Tour & Travel, our tour planners, travel advisors, tour managers, and motorcoach drivers will work together to ensure every journey is exceptional from planning to execution. With over 70 years of industry expertise, we provide safe, convenient, and affordable domestic and international travel, crafting seamless and unforgettable experiences!
To learn more about Legacy Tour & Travel, including travel options, departure locations, activity levels, and other frequently asked questions, please refer to pages 13 - 18.
For detailed tour information or to make a reservation, visit our website legacytourtravel.com or call your nearest office.
Colorado Trains
Travel Testimonials
“The Snake River float trip was the best. I found the whole trip so great and saw so many wonderful things that I would not have seen any other way ”
- National Parks, 2023 Traveler
“[We enjoyed] Maine - Kennebunkport & Booth Bay with the Harbor Cruise. The Gondola ride in NH & the Maid of the Mist in Niagara Falls were a lot of fun too ” - New England Fall Foliage, 2023 Traveler
“The guided tours of the attractions were exceptional! Especially Gettysburg, Monticello & Williamsburg.” - Gettysburg, Williamsburg & Washington, D.C., 2023 Traveler
“We heard N.Y. may not be safe and we never felt unsafe for one minute. Legacy picks great places for us to stay and doesn't make you feel like you are spending a lot ... I truly believe they care about us.”
- New York City, 2024 Traveler
“This was a wonderful trip! Great guide, great fellow travelers, wonderful driver and we saw so many sites and enjoyed great foods! Thank you Legacy Tour & Travel!” - New Orleans, 2024 Traveler
"First [Legacy Tour & Travel] motorcoach tour ... Meals were the best and such variety! Attractions were very good! ... We were very impressed with the entire tour. All the tours were well thought out. Time sequence was right on! Best tour we ever took. Will definitely go on another.” - First Time Traveler
“I love the amount & variety of things we got to do & see! They allow for each person to do as much or as little as they want. I enjoyed everything!”
- Past Traveler
“The trip went excellent - including pre-going - while we were there - on our way home … including the luggage handling, tickets for events, the [hotels]. Food also was top-notch.” - Past Traveler
"Booking agents were very knowledgeable and helped us totally understand the process to book this tour." - Past Traveler
“Our driver - was great! He was very helpful and friendly to everyone. He operated the coach very safely and got us to all the great destinations.”
- Past Traveler
Door County Sept/Oct 2024
The Cape Cod of the Midwest Experience Door County’s distinctive sites with a local guide
Visit Washington Island – School House Beach, Farm Museum, Stave
Church & Mann’s Mercantile
Door County fish boil dinner buffet
Eagle Tower, Cave Point County Park & Whitefish Dunes State Park
Lunch with goats on the roof
Door Peninsula Winery tasting
Visit the small town of Egg Harbor
New England Fall Foliage
October 2024
Autumn Splendors
Maid of the Mist cruise to the base of Horseshoe Falls
New England Maple Museum syrup tasting
White Mountain Loon Gondola ride
Boothbay Harbor cruise
A Maine lobstering cruise
Franconia Notch State Park
Crawford Notch State Park
Plymouth & Old Sturbridge Village Scenic drives, including the Kancamagus National Scenic Byway
$600 per person deposit due at the time of booking. Final Payment due 8/21/24
Tour Manager: Don Wurtzel
Tour Manager: Linda Johansen
Exploring Our Nation’s History
Gettysburg’s Civil War history
Jefferson’s Monticello & Washington's Mount Vernon Jamestown Settlement & Colonial Williamsburg
Arlington National Cemetery
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Smoky Mountain Christmas November 2024
Very Merry Smoky Mountain Christmas! Two nights at the DreamMore Resort
Dollywood seasonal entertainment
Dinner & a Christmas show at the Derby Dinner Playhouse
Tour Manager: Matt Schutt
Tour Manager: Don Wurtzel
Live Holiday Entertainment
Tour Gateway Arch National Park
Museum & enjoy their documentary
Fantastic Caverns jeep tour
Live entertainment
Branson Belle Showboat & dinner
Haygood Family Christmas show
Miracle of Christmas show
Dolly Parton Stampede dinner
Explore Downtown Branson
View a gingerbread house display at Chateau on the Lake Resort
Hawaiian Cruise January 2025
$300
Tour Manager: Don Wurtzel
“E komo mai” (Welcome) to Hawaii!
Cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America
Explore Oahu, Maui, Hilo & Kauai
Sightseeing tour of Honolulu
Feast at a Luau
Learning Pearl Harbor WWll history
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
Polynesian Cultural Center Village
Accommodation upgrades
Punchbowl National Cemetery "Mighty Mo" - the USS Missouri
$1,000 per person deposit due at the time of booking. Final Payment due 11/1/24
Tour Manager: Don Wurtzel
Welcome to "The Big Easy"
St. Louis Gateway Arch
Tour Elvis Presley's Graceland
New Orleans guided tour
Iconic New Orleans sites such as Jackson Square & Bourbon Street
Unique dining experience at the New Orleans School of Cooking
Myrtle Beach April 2025
Beachfront Retreat
Four-night stay in Myrtle Beach
Intracoastal Waterway Eco Cruise
Tour & Dolphin Cruise
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
Tour Biltmore Estate & Gardens
Biltmore Wine Bar tasting
View Mardi Gras floats & make your own Mardi Gras mask $500
$500 per person deposit due at the time of booking. Final Payment due 2/2/25
New York City April/May 2025
Take a Bite Out of the Big Apple!
Enjoy a 4-night stay in Times Square
Take a guided city tour
Experience two Broadway shows
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
Stroll through Central Park
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise
Ascend to the Top of the Rock
9/11 Memorial & Museum
Grand Central Terminal
Ralphie's "A Christmas Story" home
Colorado Trains May/June 2025
Explore Colorado by Railway
Riding the rails:
Manitou Cog Railway
Royal Gorge Route Railroad
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Explore the Garden of the Gods
Colorado Model Railroad Museum
World’s Largest Railroad Yard
Awe-inspiring Rocky Mountain views
Chuck Wagon Dinner & Show
Great Sand Dunes National Park
$700 per person deposit due at the time of booking. Final Payment due 4/14/25
Natural Beauty & Scenic Wonders
Portland Spirit Dinner Cruise
Sea Lion Caves
Native Salmon Bake
Guided Oregon coast boat excursion
Learn history at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
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Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place
Walking Tour of Lunenburg
Crossing Confederation Bridge
Bras d'Or Lake sightseeing boat tour
$600 per person deposit due at the time of booking. Final Payment due 4/23/25
Estes Park, CO
Jackson Hole, WY
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Switzerland: Basel
France: Strasbourg
The Balloon Capital of the World Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Historic Old Town Albuquerque
Balloon Glow & AfterGlow™ Fireworks
Sandia Peak Tramway & panoramic view from the Sandia Mountains
View the legendary Rio Grande River
Explore Santa Fe
Turquoise Museum & Turquoise Trail
Visit Taos Pueblo village
Travel Protection
25 Anticipated Tours
Anticipated tours are in the final stages of development and will be released soon.
Missouri
Agawa Canyon
Finger Lakes
Virginia Beach
Cape Cod
Mackinac Island & Traverse City Grand Ole Opry 100th Birthday
Please note that travel protection is optional, but highly recommended. It is an additional cost to your tour and should be purchased at the time the initial tour deposit is made. For details on coverage and the process, feel free to reach out to your local advisor with any questions.
Finger Lakes
Virginia Beach
Reservation Information
For complete tour information or to make a reservation, call your nearest office or visit our website, legacytourtravel.com.
Decorah, IA: 563-382-5604
Naperville, IL: 630-778-7010
La Porte, IN: 219-362-8502
Mishawaka, IN: 574-256-2929
Byron, MN: 507-624-0085
2024 Fall Travel Shows
Minnesota
Tue, Sept 10, 2024, 10AM (CDT)
Legacy Tour Travel Byron Office 1153 Tompkins Dr. NE, Suite 200 Byron, MN 55920
RSVP 507-624-0085
Iowa
Wed, Sept 25, 2024, 10AM (CDT)
Legacy Tour & Travel Waterloo Office 3315 Titan Trail Waterloo, IA 50701
RSVP 563-382-3639
Illinois
Wed, Oct 16, 2024, 1PM (CDT) North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road Northfield, IL 60093
RSVP 630-778-7010 & Registration Required 847-784-6030
Illinois
Thu, Sept 19, 2024, 10AM (CDT)
Legacy Tour Travel Naperville Office 1320 N Route 59, Suite 170 Naperville, IL 60563
RSVP 630-778-7010
Iowa
Thu, Sept 26, 2024, 10AM (CDT) Hotel Winneshiek 104 E Water Street Decorah, IA 52101
RSVP 563-382-3639
Illinois
Additional Illinois fall travel show dates will be confirmed soon
Unable to attend a travel show or looking for more frequent updates? Follow us on social media for the latest news. Find us by searching our usernames listed below or by scanning the QR code with your phone's camera. You can also contact your local office to join our email and mailing list!
Illinois
Tue, Sept 24, 2024, 10AM (CDT)
Legacy Tour Travel Naperville Office 1320 N Route 59, Suite 170 Naperville, IL 60563
RSVP 630-778-7010
Indiana
Thu, Sept 26, 2024, 10AM (EDT) Hyatt Place South Bend/Mishawaka 215 W Day Road Mishawaka, IN 46545
RSVP 574-256-2929
New York City, 2024
Rhine River
Tour Managers
Tour groups are accompanied by professional tour managers who tend to all travel details, ensure seamless tour flow, and offer insights into the history and culture of visited areas. They also assist during scheduled 'free time,' providing recommendations for unique activities and dining/shopping spots. Our exceptional Legacy Tour & Travel tour managers significantly enhance the travel experience, representing some of the best in the industry.
New Orleans, 2024
Insights from our tour managers on these key questions.
What do you think sets Legacy Tour & Travel apart from other tour companies?
“The itineraries are very thorough and interesting The care that the tour guides take in preparation and execution of each trip The personalization and attention that each traveler gets ”
“I think the integrity of Legacy Tour & Travel sets them apart from other tour companies Customers know they can trust Legacy Tour and Travel and they are always in good hands Legacy Tour and Travel is also known for staying at nice hotels and dining at local restaurants when possible ”
“We try hard to give our guests a memorable experience with great buses, nice hotels, and interesting stops I also think the drivers are a huge part of our success- they are amazing ”
“The most rewarding part of a tour manager's job is to see your travelers enjoying themselves!” What's the most rewarding part of your job as a tour manager?
“Our tour guides have always strived to include being a friend while maintaining the professionalism required to fill their role as a guide.” - Past Traveler
“The most rewarding part of my job as tour manager is getting to meet new people and traveling with repeat travelers It gives me pleasure learning about them, their interests and former travels Also, I enjoy seeing the travelers excited about visiting new and unique places and having exceptional dining experiences.”
What's one thing you wish every traveler knew before going on a Legacy Tour & Travel tour?
“How much time and effort goes into the planning of each tour to make it the best possible experience for the customer.”
“The one thing I wish every traveler knew before going on a Legacy Tour and Travel tour is traveling with a group is fun They don't have to worry about travel logistics which gives them more time to enjoy themselves and meet other people Being open to different backgrounds enhances the tour experience.”
Don Wurtzel
Gina Hanna
Claudia Terrones
Bill Reed
Matt Schutt
Affiliations
American Bus Association
Founded in 1926, membership in ABA includes approximately 1,000 motorcoach and tour companies in the United States and Canada. Another 2,800 member organizations represent the travel and tourism industry and suppliers of bus products and services.
National Tour Association
Representing tour operators and travel agents from over 30 different countries, NTA supports and elevates the travel industry by providing research, educational and network opportunities, and by helping businesses connect with one another.
American Society of Travel Advisors
As the world's leading association of travel professionals, ASTA is a global advocate for travel agencies and the traveling public. It champions ethical and traveler-friendly practices and policies throughout the travel and hospitality industry.
Student & Youth Travel Association
The “The Voice of Student and Youth Travel,” SYTA is dedicated to promoting life-enhancing travel experiences for young people SYTA empowers its members to celebrate differences, promote diversity of thought, and instill the importance of nurturing a sense of belonging
Legacy Tour & Travel, part of the Legacy Travel Group and a member of the tour and travel industry's leading associations, offers a range of travel services and unforgettable travel experiences. Affiliation with these organizations requires meeting the highest standards, including ethical business practices and financial stability.
Partners
Legacy Student Travel
With a focus on providing educational value, Legacy Student Travel partners with schools to introduce and reconfirm the impact of truly experiencing the world around us through travel. When the world is your classroom, learning has no boundaries.
Value Holidays
Specializing in international group travel, Value Holidays utilizes its expertise to provide enlightening customized options for a wide range of travelers, from world language programs for students and perspective-broadening tours for adults.
Hawkeye Stages
Offering the highest quality in both equipment and drivers, Hawkeye Stages has been providing charter motorcoach services since 1954. With just three things in mind, including passenger safety, comfort and travel experience, we strive to provide the best service for your tour. Several of our coaches even include extended leg room!
Our fleet is comprised of some of the finest names in the motorcoach transportation industry. When not in use, they are always inspected, serviced and cleaned from top to bottom, ensuring the highest level of operating condition. When seeking safety, comfort and convenience, Hawkeye Stages is the clear choice for group ground transportation.
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About Our Departures
By serving a wide area and connecting travelers from across that area, Legacy Tour & Travel is able to offer you a more unique and diverse tour calendar while still maintaining optimal group sizes. It allows us to offer value in our pricing and increases the likelihood of operating as many tour departures as possible. We are committed to providing just enough departure location options while also balancing individual convenience with travel efficiency, cost, and overall group satisfaction. At the time of booking, travelers will be given the opportunity to choose one of the available locations. Depending on your departure location selection, prices may vary. For certain tours, the total number of days may vary as well. "Gathering Days" will often be used prior to the start of the "base tour," allowing all travelers the convenience of departing from as close to home as possible.
Unless otherwise outlined within any specific tour's details, standard tentative locations include:
Why Travel by Motorcoach?
No Driving Safety
More Value for Your Money
Sustainable Most Importantly, It’s Fun!
Motorcoaches Include:
Under Passenger Deck Storage
Overhead Storage
On-Board Restrooms
Electric Outlets
Reading Lights
Adjustable Air Vents
Window Shades
Arm and Foot Rests
Video/Audio Systems
Wi-Fi
Illinois Departures
Alsip - DoubleTree Hotel 5000 W 127th St
Complimentary gathering night offered
Rockford - WalMart Supercenter 7219 Walton St
Indiana Departures
Mishawaka - Legacy Travel Office 620 W Edison Rd Suite 130
Iowa Departures
Coralville - Coral Ridge Mall 1451 Coral Ridge Ave
Decorah - Legacy Travel Office 703 Dudley St
Newton - Hawkeye Stages Garage 300 E 17th St S
Waterloo - Hawkeye Stages Garage 3315 Titan Trail
Minnesota Departures
Byron - Legacy Travel Office 1153 Tompkins Dr. NE, Suite 200
Specific locations may be subject to change and will be confirmed two weeks prior to departure. The availability of long-term parking while on tour can no longer be guaranteed at all locations. Where parking is available, vehicles will be left at the owner's risk.
At Home Pick-up
“At Home Pick-up” is primarily designed to offer convenience to the traveler, while also alleviating some of the logistical challenges of gathering a group in large metro areas.
This currently includes those living in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties in Illinois, along with Lake, Porter, & LaPorte counties in northwest Indiana.
Mackinac Island & Bay City, 2024
Canada Maritime Islands
About Us
At Legacy Tour & Travel, our tour planners, travel advisors, tour managers, and motorcoach drivers will work together to ensure every journey is exceptional from planning to execution. With over 70 years of industry expertise, we provide safe, convenient, and affordable domestic and international travel, crafting seamless and unforgettable experiences!
Support You Can Trust: Navigating the complexities of the ever-evolving travel landscape is challenging. With us, gain the support of a trusted ally committed to ensuring your journey is seamless, informed, and worry-free.
Insight & Networking: Our travel professionals, members of esteemed associations, possess a wealth of knowledge. By understanding your aspirations, we tap into a network of industry partners to present tailored options, ensuring your experience aligns with your vision.
Access & Individuality: Leverage our connections for unique travel opportunities tailored to your preferences. Your journey, from destination to activity level, is personalized, offering choices not readily available to the casual traveler.
Value: Benefit from our extensive network, ensuring exceptional value for your travel investment. Legacy Tour & Travel's global reach allows us to consistently provide value for your travel dollar.
Attention to Detail: Lay the groundwork for a seamless travel experience with meticulous planning. Our travel advisors and tour planners handle all details, ensuring your itinerary is realistic, manageable, and flawlessly executed.
Peace of Mind & Ongoing Care: Enjoy a worry-free vacation, knowing our professionals are dedicated to every stage of your journey. Even in unforeseen circumstances, your travel advisor acts as your advocate, prioritizing your safety.
Partnerships: As part of the Legacy Travel Group, we collaborate with partner entities to offer a diverse portfolio of travel services, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated approach to your travel needs.
Discover the Legacy Tour & Travel difference, where expertise, individuality, and care converge to create unparalleled travel experiences.
Ways to Travel
Whether you crave the open road or a quick destination arrival, select your preferred travel style for the perfect travel experience!
Overland Journeys
Travel within the United States & Canada primarily by Hawkeye Stages motorcoach
Select from multiple convenient departure location options
Much of the day is planned with moderate amounts of "free time," and activity levels typically range from 1 to 4
Legacy Tour & Travel tour manager accompanies the tour tending to all travel details, providing valuable insight into the history and culture of the areas visited and providing guidance for free time explorations
Reduced group size (maximum of 36 travelers)
Air, Land, and Sea Discoveries
Spend less time on the road and more time to explore the destination
Travel by plane, ship, rail, and/or local (destination) motorcoach
Transportation (air) to destination is usually included along with multiple convenient departure location options
Much of the day is planned with moderate amounts of "free time," and activity levels typically range from 2 to 4
Legacy Tour & Travel tour manager accompanies the tour when traveling and throughout the tour, keeping the tour flowing seamlessly and providing guidance for free time explorations
Reduced group size (maximum of 32 travelers)
Global Explorations
Travel throughout the world (outside of United States & Canada) primarily by plane, ship, and local (destination) motorcoach
Transportation (air) to destination is usually included along with multiple convenient departure location options
Most of the day is planned with modest amounts of “free time,” and activity levels typically range from 3 to 4
Tour managed by destination experts with group accompanied (start to finish) by experienced Legacy Tour & Travel host assisting the destination experts and providing guidance for free time explorations
Reduced group size (maximum of 24 travelers)
Tour Activity Levels
Each of our tours has been assigned an activity level to describe how relaxed or challenging it may be. Please pay attention to the activity level to ensure the pace matches your ability to cope with distances walked, stairs, or uneven surfaces.
1 Easy - Leisurely pace - minimal physical activity
2 Moderately Easy - Average physical activitysome stairs and standing - short distance walking
3 Active - Good mobility needed - stairs and prolonged standing - walking longer distances over uneven ground
4 Moderately Challenging - Climbing stairs and prolonged standing - energetic activities along with walking distances up to two miles over varied landscapes
5 Challenging - Vigorous - Good physical shape needed - potential of frequent energetic physical activity - longer days - extensive walking over varied landscapes
Common Questions
How are group tours priced?
All prices are listed on a per person basis. Rates are determined by accommodation occupancy.
Double/Twin - 2 people sharing a room with 1 or 2 beds
Single - 1 person in a private room
Triple/Quad - 3 or 4 people sharing a room with 2 beds
For tours involving travel on board a cruise ship, rates will also be determined by cabin grade. What is included?
Unless otherwise specified, tour prices will include: transportation as listed on itinerary (other than air), lodging as listed on itinerary, luggage handling for 1 suitcase per person (where available), tickets/admissions to attractions listed as included, gratuities for local guides, meals listed as included on itinerary, and guidance of a professional tour manager.
Unless otherwise specified, tour prices will NOT include: incidental charges (room service, movies, phone calls, etc.), flight tickets, airline baggage fees, optional excursions, meals not listed as included on the itinerary, gratuities for non-included features, Hawkeye Stages driver or Legacy T&T tour manager gratuity, or travel protection/insurance.
If my tour requires air travel, what are my options?
Group Air Package - On tours where air transportation is required, an option to travel as part of the group on prearranged flights is available The available "package" includes both air transportation and multiple convenient departure location options "Group Air Package" prices specific to your departure location can be found within each tour's documentation.
Travel Customization/Deviations - Occasionally, travelers find it beneficial to make special travel deviations. Our advisors can assist you with these itinerary changes, but please keep in mind that there will be fees associated with this service.
What is Travel Protection?
Travel protection is optional, but highly recommended. It is an additional cost to your tour and should be purchased at the time the initial tour deposit is made. For details on coverage and the process, feel free to reach out to your local advisor with any questions.
What size luggage can I bring?
Unless otherwise specified, luggage handling for 1 suitcase per person with maximum combined dimensions (length, width, height) of less than 62 inches and weighing less than 50 pounds is included during the land portion of a tour. Travelers may also bring a small carry-on, no more than 39 inches combined dimensions.
We are not responsible for everyday wear, scratches, etc. on luggage and are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Luggage restrictions on tours involving air and/or cruise travel may vary slightly, so please check with your agent on details. This is just some of the most essential information that will be helpful as you prepare to join one of our scheduled tour departures. For a complete list of important policies and helpful hints, please check with your local Legacy Tour & Travel advisor or find it online at legacytourtravel.com
Smoky Mountain Christmas & Myrtle Beach
