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Greetings, Each year we plan a great selection of tours that highlight the best destinations in the USA and Canada and this year is no exception. Choose from traveler favorites like the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta and New England’s Cape Cod Autumn Foliage or something new like Yellowstone and Jackson Hole or Christmas in Newport, Rhode Island. Whichever you choose, expect an exceptional getaway that includes the highlights of each area, as well as off the beaten path destinations creating authentic experiences you will always remember! In this book, you will find over 50 itineraries, each designed with travelers just like you in mind. Once you have made your selections reach out to your favorite travel advisor and start planning your next vacation with Mayflower Cruises & Tours.
Nish Patel
President, Mayflower Cruises & Tours
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NORTH AMERICA USA WEST continued
INTRODUCTION The Mayflower Way
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An Even Greater Value – Several Ways to Save
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National Parks of the Southwest Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mount Rushmore Yellowstone and Jackson Hole
USA EAST America’s Heritage of the East
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Cherry Blossom Time in Our Nation’s Capital
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The Ark Encounter
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Philadelphia and Brandywine Valley
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New York and Hudson River Valley New England and Cape Cod Autumn Foliage New England Rails and Sails New England and Canada Autumn Cruising Thanksgiving in New York City Christmas in Newport
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USA MIDWEST Holland Tulip Festival
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Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel
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Colorful Canyons and Beautiful Balloons
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
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Cheyenne Frontier Days
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Chicago Cubs Spring Training
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Sedona’s Red Rocks and the Grand Canyon
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Las Vegas, Laughlin and Lake Havasu
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Highlights of the Columbia and Snake Rivers
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Montana and Glacier National Park
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National Parks of the Pacific Northwes
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Pacific Coast Highlight
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Rails and Sails of the Sierra Nevada
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Tournament of Roses Parade
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Winter in Yellowstone National Park
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USA ALASKA & HAWAII Alaska Iditarod Race
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Alaska The Great Land
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Alaska Cruise Southbound Adventure
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Charleston, Savannah and Jekyll Island
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Hawaii Three Islands
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Florida Adventure
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Hawaiian Cruising in Paradise
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From Blue Ridges to Blue Grass
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America’s Music Cities
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Rivers and Rails of Texas Texas Cowboy Country
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New Orleans Pre-Mardi Gras
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San Antonio Fiesta
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San Antonio Christmas on the Riverwalk
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USA WEST Colorado’s Historic Trains
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From Black Hills to Badlands
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The Great Buffalo Roundup of the Black Hills
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America’s Canyon Country
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CANADA Autumn in French Canada
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Eastern Canada Explorer
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Nova Scotia and Canada’s Maritimes
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Highlights of the Canadian Rockies
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
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Western Canada Explorer
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USEFUL INFORMATION General Information
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Terms & Conditions
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Travelers Protection Plan
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The Mayflower Way At Mayflower Cruises & Tours our travelers’ comfort and satisfaction are of paramount importance. When creating each of our North America holidays we take pride in including the most memorable attractions, touring opportunities and highlights, provided in comfort and to your satisfaction. North America Holidays with Mayflower Cruises & Tours: In this book, you will find a detailed, day by day description of each of our 2021/2022 North America Holidays. We have done all that we can to ensure that you will receive great value for the cost of your next guided travel experience, and we invite you to join us as we explore North America in 2021 and 2022.
Planning and Preparation: At Mayflower Cruises & Tours, we understand that anticipating and planning your holiday are an extremely important parts of your entire travel experience. Our first priority is to ensure that you can count on the quality of service right from the very start. Beginning with your first inquiry, you will be dealing with one of our experienced staff members. We will make sure that your questions are answered, and the details of your holiday are fully explained.
What’s Key Is Included: Our reputation is built on providing you with maximum value for every dollar spent. Your travel experience includes most of your tour excursions, many of your meals, and quality lodging. We plan for a balance of scheduled touring as well as leisure time for you to relax or explore on your own. It is our mission to provide a life enriching experience to each and every one of our travelers on every holiday.
MAYFLOWER MAKES A DIFFERENCE
In an effort to reduce waste of single use plastic water bottles and be more environmentally conscious, Mayflower is proud to provide each traveler with a lightweight and packable reusable bottle. We have made it part of our mission to reduce our carbon footprint starting right here in our own backyard by swapping out the nearly 50,000 single use bottles we provide to travelers annually with one refillable bottle. You can expect your tour manager to provide you with a brand-new bottle on the first day of your tour so you can take the opportunity throughout each day to refill and refresh yourself.
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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The Mayflower Way Integrity in Each Experience: We are firm believers in the “seamless” experience. We want you to be ecstatic about the services you receive from the first day you contact us, throughout your holiday, and extending to your post-travel wrap-up. We value our traveler’s input and ask you to complete a questionnaire at the end of your tour. Your answers are the basis for our tour improvements. Our Quality Assurance program’s goal is to maintain traveler satisfaction and to enhance the quality of our tours. We strive to keep our tours fresh and your input helps us to meet this goal. As a company, we take pride in our ability to listen to our travelers and respond to your needs and suggestions.
The Mayflower Family: Mayflower Cruises & Tours’ staff is dedicated to providing our travelers with the ultimate travel experience. Our staff consists of many travel industry veterans, solidifying us as a leader in providing guided travel experiences. Each of our Tour Managers are selected for their knowledge and experience, and we include more local guides and historians than most other companies. As one of our travelers, you reap the benefits of their extensive knowledge and experience. When you travel with Mayflower Cruises & Tours, you are not just our customer but a part of our Mayflower Family. Our dedicated staff will work diligently to make sure that you are treated with dignity and respect, that every detail of your travel experience has been given their utmost attention, and that your overall experience is unparalleled.
Convenient Air Arrangements and Transfers: To make your holiday even more convenient, make your airline arrangements with Mayflower Cruises & Tours. The cost of flights booked with us will include all taxes, fees, and transfers.
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An Even Greater Value SEVERAL WAYS TO SAVE Referral Rewards
.......................................................................................... Invite your friends to join the Mayflower Cruises & Tours travel family and earn hundreds of dollars toward your next holiday with us! Refer as many of your friends, who are NEW to Mayflower and earn up to $100 savings for each of those who make a reservation, for a tour that is five days or longer, and pays the deposit. The savings is per friend, so the more friends you refer, the more you can earn! Apply your savings to any upcoming holiday you have with Mayflower Cruises & Tours and don’t forget, your friends will also get a First Time Travelers Savings of up to $100 on their first holiday!
Mayflower Money
............................................................................................. Every day you are on tour with Mayflower Cruises & Tours you will earn credit towards your future holiday with us. Past travelers may credit their Mayflower Money to their upcoming travels. This is our way of saying thank you for traveling with us and we look forward to having you join us again soon.
First-Time Traveler
............................................................................................. For those of you new to Mayflower Cruises & Tours, you’ll receive a First-Time Traveler Savings that you can use on your first reservation. Save up to $50 per person based on the holiday you choose.
Solo Travelers – Guaranteed Share Program
............................................................................................. Reduce your travel costs and enjoy the company of a roommate when you take advantage of Mayflower’s Solo Traveler Program as a Guaranteed Share. You will be paired with another traveler of the same gender at the twin rate. Should a roommate not be available, you’ll enjoy accommodations in a single room and only pay the twin rate!
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USA The United States has so many travel experiences awaiting you on a Mayflowe holiday. From special events and amazing adventures in iconic locations, to cultural experiences, thrilling journeys and seasonal escapes that are planned to highlight the destinations at their peak, the USA has something for every traveler!
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Colonial Williamsburg
NEW TOUR
America’s Heritage of the East featuring Washington, DC, Williamsburg and New York City 10 DAYS •14 MEALS America’s vibrant history comes to life on this exciting program which includes Washington, DC’s impressive monuments and memorials, George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, historic Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg. Experience Civil War history at Gettysburg and discover the nation’s independence in Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia
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Shenandoah National Park Charlottesville
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners Tour Gettysburg National Military Park Museum
DAY 1 Arrive in Washington, DC: This is truly the All-American holiday, complete with the heritage of our nation’s capital and the historic charm of Williamsburg, Virginia. Your tour begins with an included transfer from Washington Reagan National Airport. Tonight, gather with your fellow traveling companions at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. After dinner, an incredible Illumination tour of Washington, DC tops off this first day as you see the memorials and monuments bathed in flood lights, including the U.S. Capitol and the White House. Meal: D
DAY 2 Washington, DC Memorials and Mount Vernon: A local guide joins you for a narrated tour of Washington, DC’s National Mall where you’ll see the FDR, Vietnam and Lincoln Memorials. You’ll also make a stop at the National WWII Memorial, the first national memorial dedicated to all who served during World War II. No tour of colonial America is complete without a stop at Mount Vernon, the expansive estate of George and Martha Washington. Visit the Ford Orientation Center and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and explore the mansion filled with 18th-century treasures. Stroll the gardens of this 45-acre estate and take in the views of the Potomac River from the mansion’s piazza. Meal: B
DAY 3 Arlington National Cemetery and Jamestown: Begin the day with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery* and the John F. Kennedy Memorial. View the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the
• Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Arlington, Virginia • Washington, DC touring including the National WWII, FDR, Vietnam and Lincoln Memorials • Visit Mount Vernon, the expansive estate of George and Martha Washington • Arlington National Cemetery and the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier • Visit Jamestown Settlement and Powhatan Indian Village • Tour Yorktown and the Museum of the American Revolution • Experience Colonial Williamsburg and enjoy a traditional Tavern dinner • Visit the Edgar Alan Poe Museum in Richmond • Enjoy lunch and tour at historic Michie Tavern • Tour the house and grounds at Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson • Travel a portion of scenic Skyline Drive through Shenandoah National Park • Visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park • Tour Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center along with the battlefield • Included lunch a Dobbin House Tavern • Take a narrated tour of Philadelphia including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell • Spend two nights in New York City and see Central Park and Wall Street • Reserved seats to a smash Broadway show • $50 in Mayflower Money
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America’s Heritage of the East Women in Military Service Memorial. Depart DC and arrive at Jamestown, the site of America’s first permanent English colony. Explore life at the dawn of the 17th-century inside the palisade of a re-created colonial fort and discover the world of Pocahontas in the Powhatan Indian Village. Meal: B
the roles of their ancestors as they go about their daily activities exactly as they did more than 200 years ago. It’s an exciting glimpse into the early days of our nation. A traditional Colonial tavern dinner sets the mood for our stay in historic Williamsburg. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg: Start the
Begin with a stop at the Edgar Alan Poe Museum in Richmond which houses the world’s largest collection of Poe memorabilia. Then, stop for lunch at historic Michie Tavern which has welcomed travelers for more than 200 years. Crossing the threshold you enter another time as the costumed hostess welcomes you into the past as a “stranger,” an early 18th-century term for a traveler. Carry on to Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence. You’ll tour the home and experience a “Day in the Life” of Jefferson through
day at Yorktown and the American Revolution Museum. Here, the story of the nation’s founding from the colonial period to the dawn of the Constitution is told. At Yorktown Battlefield learn how George Washington’s forces besieged the British army thus ending the Revolutionary War and ensuring independence. Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the country and one of America’s most popular attractions. Stroll streets dating back to the 1700s. Converse with residents playing
Jamestown Settlement ships; Godspeed, Discovery and Susan Constant
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DAY 5 Edgar Alan Poe, Michie Tavern and Monticello:
Shenandoah National Park
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artifacts, personal possessions and “mechanical inventions” found throughout the home. Meals: B, L
DAY 6 Shenandoah National Park and Harpers Ferry National Historic Park: This morning travel a section of the scenic Skyline Drive through Shenandoah National Park (weather permitting) along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. At Harpers Ferry National Historic Park board a shuttle bus to this historic community located at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. These picturesque streets with quaint shops were the sites of the Gettysburg Campaign and Birth of West Virginia in 1863. Later, arrive in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, site of the Union victory which many believe to have been the turning point in the U.S. Civil War. Meal: B
Credit: Jin Lee
National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center
DAY 7 Gettysburg National Military Park: At the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center you begin with the Morgan Freeman-narrated feature film A New Birth of Freedom. Also, see the restored Cyclorama painting, the Battle of Gettysburg, the largest painting in the country. Then, a licensed Gettysburg guide leads you on an in-depth look at this historic three-day battle. Learn about the “Peach Orchard” and “Roundtop” while passing through the hallowed ground of what became the major turning point of the war. Lunch is at the Dobbin House Tavern, the oldest building in Gettysburg, which features historic furnishings and costumed wait staff. Later, visit the Eisenhower National Historic Site, home of the 34th President, Dwight D. Eisenhower, which welcomed dignitaries from all over the world. Meals: B, L
DAY 8 National Constitution Center and Philadelphia: Depart Gettysburg for Philadelphia, home to the greatest concentration of American history in the country. A local guide joins in for a tour of the city including Independence National Historical Park where you will see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Later, you continue to “The Big Apple,” New York City. Meal: B
DAY 9 New York City Touring and Broadway Show: A local guide will lead a panoramic tour covering New York’s uptown and downtown sites including Central Park, Wall Street, Chinatown, Broadway, Battery Park and much more. This afternoon, you pay a stirring visit to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center. Here, tribute is paid to those who lost their lives and to those whose heroics brought the nation together. After your farewell dinner, take your seat at one of Broadway’s top smash-hit shows. Meals: B, D
DAY 10 Home: Your adventure ends with a group transfer to New York La Guardia Airport for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B PER PERSON TWIN
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*Valid U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification required for entry to Arlington National Cemetery.
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Washington Reagan National Airport and from New York La Guardia Airport. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Arlington is $289 and in New York City is $459, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Sheraton Pentagon City, Arlington, Virginia Days Three and Four Woodlands Inn, Williamsburg, Virginia Day Five Hampton Inn, Charlottesville, Virginia Days Six and Seven Courtyard by Marriott, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Days Eight and Nine The Row, New York, New York TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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EASY ENERGETIC
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Washington DC during Cherry Blossom Time
Cherry Blossom Time in Our Nation’s Capital featuring Washington, DC and Williamsburg 7 DAYS • 9 MEALS Join the annual celebration of the gift of beautiful cherry trees from the people of Japan to the people of the United States. Then tour Washington, DC, Colonial Williamsburg and Arlington National Cemetery. DAY 1 Arrive in Washington, DC: Your tour begins with an included transfer from Washington Reagan National Airport and a welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m. hosted by your Tour Manager. Meal: D DAY 2 National Cherry Blossom Parade and Mount Vernon: Enjoy the beauty and aroma of blossoming cherry trees as we view the National Cherry Blossom Parade from reserved seats. Marching down Constitution Avenue, the parade showcases floats, helium balloons, international performance groups and some of the country’s finest marching bands. No tour of colonial America is complete without a stop at Mount Vernon, the expansive estate of George and Martha Washington. Visit the Ford Orientation Center and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum where you will have the chance to experience Washington’s life through movies and exhibitions. Explore his mansion filled with 18th-century treasures and stroll the gardens of this 45-acre estate,
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taking in the views of the Potomac River from the mansion’s piazza. Meal: B
DAY 3 Arlington National Cemetery and Washington, DC Touring: Sightseeing in your nation’s capital includes Arlington National Cemetery* and the John F. Kennedy Memorial. See the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. In the mall area see the FDR, Vietnam and Lincoln Memorials along with the National WWII Memorial. After dinner an Illumination tour of Washington, DC’s mall area highlights the nation’s monuments and memorials bathed in light. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Ford’s Theatre, Petersen House and Smithsonian’s Museum of American History: Begin the day at Ford’s Theatre where on April 14, 1865 President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth. See the one act play One Destiny which recounts the evening’s events before visiting Petersen
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House, the boarding house where Lincoln died. Later, enjoy time to visit the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex and research organization and composed of 16 museums in Washington, DC. The American History Museum’s collection contains more than three million historical objects including the famed Star-Spangled Banner as well as documents which explore the evolution of the American identity. Meal: B
DAY 5 Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown: Today features a journey of historic proportions. At Jamestown Settlement, the site of America’s first permanent English colony, explore life at the dawn of the 17th-century inside the palisade of a re-created colonial fort. Also discover the world of Pocahontas in the Powhatan Indian Village. At the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown learn about the Revolution that led to the establishment of a new nation almost two centuries later. Meal: B
DAY 6 Colonial Williamsburg: In Colonial Williamsburg
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Visitors examine navigation tools aboard Jamestown Settlement ships
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 9 Meals: 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend four nights in the Washington, DC area • Enjoy reserved grandstand seating to the National Cherry Blossom Parade • Tour Mount Vernon, the expansive estate of George and Martha Washington • Arlington National Cemetery* and the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier • Washington, DC touring with a local guide including the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center along with the FDR, Vietnam and Lincoln Memorials • Visit the National WWII Memorial, dedicated to all who served during World War II • Experience the Washington, DC National Mall area at night on a panoramic Illumination tour • Visit Ford’s Theatre, see the play One Destiny and visit Petersen House • Visit the Smithsonian Institution’s American History Museum
you stroll streets dating back to the 1700s. Converse with residents playing the roles of their ancestors of more than 200 years ago. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Colonial tavern dinner in Williamsburg. Meals: B, D
• Tour Jamestown Settlement, Powhatan Indian Village and visit the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Museum
DAY 7 Washington, DC and Home: Travel to
• Traditional Tavern dinner in historic Colonial Williamsburg
Washington, DC on a group transfer to Washington Reagan National Airport for flights out after 2:00 p.m.
• Full day at Colonial Williamsburg, the nation’s largest living history museum
• $35 in Mayflower Money
Meal: B
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*Valid U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification required for entry to Arlington National Cemetery.
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
Call for rates and schedules from your city to and from Washington Reagan National Airport.
EASY ENERGETIC
Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Arlington is $349, tax included.
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Noah’s Ark
The Ark Encounter featuring the Museum of the Bible, Creation Museum and Ark Encounter 7 DAYS • 10 MEALS Join a journey on the “Road of Faith.” Be amazed by the full-size replica of Noah’s Ark, discover the Bible’s history at the Museum of the Bible and walk through years of biblical history at the Creation Museum. DAY 1 Arrive in Washington, DC: Your tour begins with an included hotel transfer from Washington Reagan National Airport. A welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m. is hosted by your Tour Manager. Meal: D DAY 2 Washington, DC National Mall Touring and Museum of the Bible: Today a local guide conducts a narrated tour of our Nation’s Capital. While touring through the National Mall area see the many monuments and memorials dedicated to past presidents and the nation’s wars including the National World War II Memorial. At the Museum of the Bible, discover the Bible’s history from hand-written scrolls, through rare artifacts spanning 3,500 years of history. Walk through the stories of the Hebrew Bible, immerse yourself in first-century Nazareth and listen to the story of how followers of Jesus grew into a thriving community. After dinner, an Illumination tour of Washington, DC includes views of the memorials and monuments bathed in light. Meals: B, D
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DAY 3 Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral and Law Enforcement Museum: Start today at Arlington National Cemetery* to see the gravesites of John and Robert Kennedy as well as the eternal flame that burns in dedication to the memory of JFK. Appreciate the military precision of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. At the Washington National Cathedral, a “Spiritual Home for the Nation,” see the beautiful architecture and grounds. Next, tour the new National Law Enforcement Museum. Hear, experience and feel what it’s like to walk in the shoes of law enforcement officials in this newly-opened museum. Meal: B
DAY 4 Cambridge’s “Hopalong Cassidy”: In the Ohio town of Cambridge, the six-foot bronze statue of William Boyd, better known as “Hopalong Cassidy” greets you. See the exhibits dedicated to this beloved cowboy hero. Meals: B, D
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DAY 5 The Creation Museum: Continue to the Cincinnati area for a visit to the Creation Museum. Here, the history of the Bible vividly comes to life at this state-of-the-art museum. You’ll walk through biblical history, see the Garden of Eden and experience Noah’s flood through exciting exhibits which bring the pages of the Bible to life through the retelling of its stories. Meal: B
DAY 6 Noah’s Ark Encounter: Today is spent at the impressive Ark Encounter. This massive, full-size, all wood replica of Noah’s Ark presents a number of historic events centered on this one-of-a-kind historically themed attraction. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide and 51 feet high, it is designed to be family oriented, historically authentic and is the largest timber frame structure in the country. Tonight, dinner is at the first authentic Hofbrauhaus in America. Modeled after its 400 year-old cousin in Munich it features traditionally decorated rooms and excellent German fare. It’s Wunderbar! Meals: B, D DAY 7 Travel Home: Your journey ends with a group
• Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in Arlington, Virginia, just moments from our Nation’s Capital • Enjoy a narrated tour of the National Mall area filled with its monuments and memorials • Tour the new Museum of the Bible and discover the Bible’s history through rare artifacts spanning 3,500 years of history • See the Nation’s memorials and monuments bathed in light • Visit Arlington National Cemetery* and see the eternal flame at JFK’s gravesite • Tour the Washington National Cathedral, a “Spiritual Home for the Nation” • Visit the National Law Enforcement Museum and experience the life of law enforcement • Tour the Creation Museum which brings the pages of the Bible to life • Spend the day at Noah’s Ark, the largest timber frame structure in the country • Enjoy dinner at an authentic Hofbrauhaus • $35 in Mayflower Money
transfer to the Cincinnati Airport for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
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Days One through Three Hilton Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia Day Four Hampton Inn, Cambridge, Ohio Days Five and Six Best Western Plus Riverfront, Covington, Kentucky
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*Valid U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification required for entry to Arlington National Cemetery.
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Washington Regional Airport and from Cincinnati. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Arlington is $339, and in Covington is $189, tax included.
EASY ENERGETIC
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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A horse and buggy ride down an Amish country backroad
Philadelphia and Brandywine Valley featuring Valley Forge, Gettysburg and the Total Amish Experience 6 DAYS • 10 MEALS Join us on a journey to discover historic Philadelphia and scenic Brandywine Valley. Visits to Valley Forge and Gettysburg are highlighted by the Total Amish Experience in Pennsylvania’s Amish region. DAY 1 Arrive in Pennsylvania: Arrive in Philadelphia today and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager and fellow travelers at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Touring Historic Philadelphia: Begin the day at the new Museum of the American Revolution which traces the history and creation of the American Republic. Then a local guide joins you for a tour of this historic city to see the Liberty Bell, Congress Hall, Benjamin Franklin’s home and Independence Hall. You also visit Betsy Ross’ home for a look into the life of America’s most famous flagmaker followed by the National Constitution Center. Here, see the multimedia theater-in-the-round performance Freedom Rising as well as the hands-on exhibit The Story of We The People. Tonight, dinner is at City Tavern which was established in 1773 and is where the nation’s founding fathers dined, drank and celebrated. Meals: B, D
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DAY 3 Valley Forge and Gettysburg: A day filled with history begins with a stop at Valley Forge National Historic Park. Learn how General George Washington’s Continental Army successfully engaged the British army at the Battle of Monmouth. In Gettysburg, lunch is at the Dobbin House Tavern, the oldest building in Gettysburg, which features historic furnishings and costumed wait staff. At the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center see the Morgan Freeman-narrated feature film A New Birth of Freedom, which orients you to the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War. See the restored Cyclorama painting, the Battle of Gettysburg, and be surrounded by the fury of “Pickett’s Charge” in this one-of-a-kind panoramic experience. There is nothing quite like standing on the actual battlefield at Gettysburg. A licensed Gettysburg guide leads us on an in-depth look at this historic three-day battle. Learn about the “Peach Orchard” and “Roundtop” while passing through the hallowed ground of what became the major turning point of the war. Meals: B, L
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DAY 4 Lancaster and The Total Amish Experience: Travel today to the beautiful Pennsylvania Dutch region to the heart of the Amish Countryside. Enjoy the “Total Amish Experience” today for an entertaining and educational overview of Amish culture with a local guide. See the farms, one-room schools and other aspects of Amish life, with one or two stops at Amish farms for foods and crafts. Your all-you-can-eat feast at Lancaster’s first family-style restaurant will feature many local specialties, from golden fried chicken and sausage to shoofly pie and ice cream. At Plain & Fancy, you’ll see the acclaimed Jacob’s Choice, a five-screen special effects show about growing up Amish and the journey from Europe to America in search of religious freedom. The nine-room Heritage Site Amish Country Homestead & One-Room School gives you an inside look at eight-grades-in-a-room education, as well as Plain clothing and life without electricity. Experience it all in the oldest and largest Amish settlement in the world. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Nemours Mansion, Longwood Gardens and Brandywine Valley: Venture into the state of Delaware for a visit to the opulent Nemours Mansion and Gardens. The former estate of Alfred du Pont, the inventor of smokeless gunpowder, this classical French Chateau was built in 1910, has 105 rooms and is filled with antiques, art and tapestries from the 1700s. Back in Pennsylvania a visit to beautiful Longwood Gardens is planned. Saved from destruction in 1906 by Pierre du Pont, Longwood is one of the nation’s premier botanical gardens and consists of 1,100 acres of gardens, woodlands and meadows. Leave behind the scenic Brandywine Valley and return to Philadelphia for a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Travel Home: After breakfast, a group transfer to the Philadelphia Airport is available for flights out after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 10 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend five nights in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Visit the Museum of the American Revolution, which traces the history and creation of the American Republic • Guided sightseeing tour of Philadelphia to see the Liberty Bell, Benjamin Franklin’s home and Independence Hall • Visit Betsy Ross’ Home as well as the National Constitution Center with its multimedia theater-in- the-round performance Freedom Rising • Have dinner at City Tavern, established in 1773 and where the nation’s founding fathers dined, drank and celebrated • Visit Valley Forge National Historic Park Have an included lunch at historic Dobbin House Tavern, the oldest building in Gettysburg • Visit the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center and see the Morgan Freeman-narrated feature film A New Birth of Freedom • Take a guided tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield with a licensed step-on guide and learn the importance of the “Peach Orchard” and “Little Roundtop” •
Enjoy the “Total Amish Experience” for an entertaining and educational overview of Amish culture including an Amish farm visit, an all- you-can-eat family-style feast and a viewing of the acclaimed Jacob’s Choice
• Tour the opulent Nemours Mansion and Gardens, and the classical French Chateau estate of Alfred du Pont, filled with antiques, art and tapestries • See the best of the Brandywine Valley with a visit to beautiful Longwood Gardens, one of the nation’s premier botanical gardens • $30 in Mayflower Money
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Radisson Hotel Northeast, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
PER PERSON TWIN
SINGLE ROOM
May 16
2021 DEPARTURES
$1,699
add $579
June 6
$1,699
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September 19, 26
$1,699
add $579
October 3
$1,699
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Hudson Valley in the Catskill Mountains
NEW TOUR
New York and Hudson River Valley 7 DAYS • 10 MEALS Join us as we combine the excitement of New York City with the beauty of New York’s Hudson River Valley. In New York see Lady Liberty and a Broadway Show. In the “Valley” visit West Point, sail along the Hudson and enjoy a wine and chocolate pairing in the historic Rhinecliff Hotel.
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Hudson River Cruise
NEW YORK Staatsburg Poughkeepsie
3
Fishkill
1
Millbrook Vineyards Soukup Farms West Point Military Academy
3 New York City Atlantic Ocean
Hotel Overnights Visit
Ferry boat visit to the Statue of Liberty
DAY 1 Arrive in New York City: Arrive at New York’s La Guardia Airport and transfer to your lodgings in Manhattan. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 New York Sightseeing, Top of the Rock and Broadway Show: There is so much to see in this amazing city! A local expert guide shows you the sights, from famous museums of history and art, to the center of finance on Wall Street and the interesting Chinatown. Also see Battery Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, Carnegie Hall and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. At Rockefeller Center, climb aboard the elevator to the observation deck located at the “Top of the Rock” for a spectacular panoramic view of Manhattan and New York City. Tonight, your reserved seats to a top Broadway Show await. Sit back, relax and enjoy the finest entertainment the nation has to offer. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 The Statue of Liberty and WTC Memorial: Board your vessel this morning and sail across New York Harbor to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. This precious American monument symbolizes the ideals established by the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Ellis Island, once a major entry point for millions during the 19th and 20th centuries, now houses a museum honoring the ethnic diversity of our immigrant forefathers. Fascinating exhibits, including the Registry Room, and Through America’s Gate, all illustrate the path followed by the more than 16 million immigrants. This afternoon pay a stirring visit to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center. Here, tribute is paid to those whose heroics brought the nation together. Meal: B
DAY 4 West Point, Mount Gulian and Millbrook Vineyards: Leave the city behind today and come to the West Point Military Academy*. Stop at the Visitor Center to learn the history of the academy and see daily cadet life
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 10 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in Manhattan, the nation’s center for finance, art and entertainment • Narrated sightseeing tour of New York City including Central Park, Greenwich Village, Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square • Top of the Rockefeller Observation Deck with incredible views of New York City • Reserved seats to a smash Broadway show • Cruise to Ellis Island and see the Statue of Liberty • Pay your respects at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum • Tour West Point Military Academy* with a local guide • Take a “white glove” tour at the 18th-century Dutch manor house Mount Gulian • Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Millbrook Vineyards and Winery • Stroll the steel cantilever bridge at the Walkway Over the Hudson • Tour the Staatsburgh State Historic Site featuring the Gilded Age mansion of Ruth Livingston and Ogden Mills • Enjoy a narrated Hudson River cruise aboard the
Rip Van Winkle
• Experience maple syrup-making at Soukup Farms Visit Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kill National Historic Site • Tour the FDR Presidential Library and Museum • Enjoy a private chocolate and wine pairing with Oliver Kita • Farewell dinner at the luxurious and historic Rhinecliff Hotel overlooking the Hudson River • $35 in Mayflower Money
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New York and Hudson River Valley before a guide conducts a narrated tour of the grounds. In Fishkill, lies Mount Gulian, a reconstructed 18th-century Dutch manor house on the Hudson River. Take a tour of the house and grounds before donning the trademark white archival gloves and examine artifacts up close. At Millbrook Vineyards and Winery, take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hudson valley’s first vinifera vineyard. Learn what goes into the making of fine wines and taste their award-winning vintages. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Staatsburgh Mansion and Hudson River Cruise: Start your day with a walk above the Hudson River. The Walkway Over the Hudson is a steel cantilever bridge spanning the river. At the Staatsburgh State Historic Site, tour the stately 79-room Gilded Age mansion of Ruth Livingston and Ogden Mills. This Beaux-Arts style man sion has been lovingly restored to its turn-of-the-century appearance. Later, take to the water aboard the Rip Van Winkle for a two-hour sightseeing cruise of the Hudson River. See the historic Hudson River lighthouses and waterfront mansions on this narrated cruise. Meals: B, L
Mount Guilian is a reconstructed 18th-century Dutch manor house
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DAY 6 Maple Syrup and the Roosevelts: Begin the day at Soukup Farms, third generation maple syrup producers. Embark on a hayride tour to see the sugar house with its traditional wood-fired evaporator and the 2,000 taps before tasting the finished product. Then, visit Val-Kill, the only National Historic Site dedicated to a First Lady and learn why Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the most influential women in the world. At the FDR Presidential Library and Museum, see America’s first presidential library. The immersive, interactive exhibits of the FDR administration take a behind-the-scenes look at the Roosevelts. Tonight, one of the nation’s Top Ten Chocolatiers, Oliver Kita conducts an engaging chocolate and wine pairing in the luxurious surroundings of the historic Rhinecliff Hotel. Dine on delicious local farm fresh ingredients while taking in the stunning views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains. Meals: B, D DAY 7 Return Home: Depart the Hudson Valley with a transfer at 8:00 a.m. to New York’s La Guardia Airport for flights out after 1:30 p.m. Meal: B
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
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Midtown New York with Empire State Building
............................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three The Row Hotel, New York, New York Days Four through Six Grand Hotel, Poughkeepsie, New York TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
PER PERSON TWIN
SINGLE ROOM
May 15
2021 DEPARTURES
$2,899
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June 26
$2,899
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September 18, 25
$2,899
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May 20
$2,899
add $1,049
September 16, 23
$2,899
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*Valid U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification required for entry to Westpoint Military Academy.
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FREE
New England Covered Bridge
AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
New England and Cape Cod Autumn Foliage featuring Martha’s Vineyard and the Conway Scenic Railroad 8 DAYS • 13 MEALS There is nothing like New England during autumn foliage. Join us to enjoy the tranquil backroads of Vermont, the monumental mansions of Rhode Island, gingerbread cottages of Martha’s Vineyard and the history of Boston while taking in the best New England has to offer.
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Mount Washington Cog Railway
MAINE
Bretton Woods
VERMONT
Brattleboro
Lincoln
2 Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise
1
1 Scarborough
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Atlantic Ocean
1 Boston
MASSACHUSETTS 1
Hotel Overnights
RHODE ISLAND
Plymouth South
2 Yarmouth
Newport
Visit
Martha’s Vineyard
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. Gingerbread cottage in Edgartown
• 13 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
DAY 1 Arrive in Boston: Arrive in Boston, Massachusetts with an included transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Boston City Tour and Plymouth Rock: Over 350 years of history await you on a sightseeing tour of Boston’s historic Freedom Trail including the Public Garden. Enjoy free time for lunch at Faneuil Hall before heading to the historic town of Plymouth, site of the “Rock,” and where our forefathers first landed on American soil. Later, make your way onto Cape Cod. As the sun sets this evening, prepare for a delicious lobsterbake, a New England tradition and the perfect close to this unforgettable day. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Martha’s Vineyard: This morning, ferry to the resort island of Martha’s Vineyard, a playground for many rich and famous, including former President Clinton. The island’s coast has astounding cliffs at Gay’s Head with spectacular shoreline views. Visit the village of Edgartown with its quaint gingerbread cottages and narrow streets. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Newport and Breakers Mansion: Entering the smallest New England state, arrive in Newport, Rhode Island. This fascinating seaport is famous not only for its maritime history, but also for the fabulous summer homes built there during America’s glamorous “Gilded Age.”
• City tour of Boston with a local guide including the Freedom Trail and Boston Common • See Plymouth Rock, where our forefathers first landed on American soil • On Cape Cod enjoy a delicious New England lobsterbake • Take the ferry to the resort island of Martha’s Vineyard with its astounding cliffs at Gay’s Head and quaint gingerbread houses of Edgartown • Guided tour of Newport, Rhode Island, a fascinating seaport famous for its maritime history • Visit the Vanderbilt’s famed Breakers mansion, a testament to America’s glamorous “Gilded Age” • Travel the “Backroads of Vermont,” with its beautiful mountain villages, Vermont Country Store, maple syrup and ice cream • See beautiful Quechee Gorge State Park, Vermont’s “Little Grand Canyon” • Ride the Conway Scenic Railroad through the beautiful White Mountains • Travel the Kancamagus Scenic Byway through the White Mountains on one of the world’s most spectacular fall-foliage trips • Cruise across scenic Lake Winnipesaukee on what has been called the “most beautiful cruise in New England” • Visit the town of Kennebunkport, one of Maine’s coastal jewels • $40 in Mayflower Money
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New England and Cape Cod Autumn Foliage Visit Vanderbilt’s Breakers Mansion and get a glimpse of how America’s most elite families lived at the turn of the century. After free time in Newport, continue to Vermont, your home for the night. Meal: B
DAY 5 The Backroads of Vermont: This morning, set out
Later, continue on to Lincoln, New Hampshire, your home for the next two nights. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Kancamagus Scenic Byway and Conway Scenic Railroad: This morning, follow the Kancamagus Scenic
Byway through the White Mountains. Considered one of along the scenic back roads of Vermont,which take you the world’s most spectacular fall-foliage trips, the road through such beautiful mountain villages as Newfane meanders through vast forests, old logging roads, and and Grafton. Weston is home to the Vermont Country Indian hunting paths. In North Conway, board the Conway Store, “Purveyors of the Practical and Hard-To-Find,” and Scenic Railroad for a leisurely ride through the White Woodstock has been called the “prettiest small town in Mountains aboard vintage rail cars. After an included lunch America.” While Vermont’s maple syrup season takes place in North Conway and a little time for outlet shopping, head in the spring, maple syrup products are readily available. back to Lincoln through Franconia Notch to see where Also enjoy a stop at Quechee Gorge State Park. This the Old Man of the Mountain used to be and view the impressive river chasm is often referred to as Vermont’s picturesque Mount Washington Hotel. Meals: B, L “Little Grand Canyon” and offers spectacular views.
The Backroads of Vermont
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Ride aboard the Conway Scenic Railway
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The resort island of Martha’s Vineyard
DAY 7 Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise and Kennebunkport: Today, set sail for a journey across Lake Winnipesaukee on what has been called the “most beautiful cruise in New England.” Sail from the home port of Weirs Beach aboard the MS Mount Washington to Wolfeboro, known as the oldest resort town in New Hampshire. Continue to Kennebunkport, one of Maine’s coastal jewels and the summer home to many of America’s rich and famous. Adorned with stately homes, Kennebunkport seems to wait breathlessly for its captains to return from sea. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner to share memories with our travelling companions. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Travel Home: After breakfast, your group transfer brings you to Boston’s Logan Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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SINGLE ROOM
September 26, 28, 30
$3,179
add $1,029
October 3, 5, 7, 10
$3,179
add $1,029
September 25, 27, 29
$3,199
add $1,049
October 2, 4, 6, 9
$3,199
add $1,049
2022 DEPARTURES
FREE AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to and from Boston. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Boston is $499, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Boston Park Plaza, Boston, Massachusetts Days Two and Three Red Jacket Blue Water Resort, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts Day Four Hampton Inn, Brattleboro, Vermont Days Five and Six Mountain Club at Loon, Lincoln, New Hampshire Day Seven Fairfield Inn, Scarborough, Maine
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Conway Scenic Railway
NEW TOUR
FREE
AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
New England Rails and Sails featuring Four Rail Excursions and Three Scenic Cruises 9 DAYS • 14 MEALS Tour New England by rail and sail during autumn’s splendor by taking four exciting rail excursions and three fun-filled New England cruises. Also, travel the beautiful Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountains and spend two nights at Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino.
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Kancamagus Scenic Byway
VERMONT
1
MAINE
North Conway
2
Quechee Gorge
Portland Casco Bay Kennebunkport
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Atlantic Ocean
1
Williamstown
1 Boston 1 Quincy
MASSACHUSETTS Uncasville
1
Essex
Hotel Overnights
2
Plymouth
RI
CONNECTICUT
Visit
George Washington Monument in Boston’s Public Garden
Tour Route
DAY 1 Arrive in Boston: Arrive in Boston, Massachusetts with an included transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
Tour Highlights .............................................
DAY 2 Boston and Kennebunkport, Maine: Begin the
• Experience Four New England Trains
day with a sightseeing tour of historic Boston including the Freedom Trail and the Public Garden. Then, travel up the coast and stop at Kennebunkport, one of Maine’s coastal jewels and the summer home to many of America’s rich and famous, before continuing to the seaside town of Portland, Maine. Rich in history and culture, Portland boasts a vibrant waterfront with one-of-a-kind shops, galleries and restaurants. Meal: B
DAY 3 Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Casco Bay Cruise: Begin the day at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum. The museum is dedicated to preserving Maine’s history with the two foot narrow gauge railroad system. See the extensive collection of rail cars and take a short 1.5 mile long ride along the Eastern Promenade of Casco Bay. Later, Maine’s rocky shoreline and wooded islands come into view on a scenic cruise in Casco Bay. Sail past lovely Victorian cottages dotted along Little and Great Diamond Islands as you watch for lobstermen, local fishing fleets and the abundant sea birds, seals and other wildlife. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 New Hampshire’s White Mountains and North Conway Scenic Railroad: Leaving the coast today, travel
• 14 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers ❖ Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad ❖ Conway Scenic Railroad ❖ Green Mountain Railroad ❖ Essex Steam Train • And Three New England Cruises ❖ Cruise Portland’s Casco Bay ❖ Becky Thatcher Riverboat Cruise ❖ Captain John Whale Watching Cruise • Panoramic city tour of Boston with a local guide including the Freedom Trail • Visit Kennebunkport, one of Maine’s coastal jewels • Spend one night in the mountain town of North Conway • Travel the Kancamagus Scenic Byway through the White Mountains on a spectacular fall-foliage trip • See Quechee Gorge State Park, Vermont’s “Little Grand Canyon” • Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum • Spend two nights at the incredible Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino • $45 in Mayflower Money
west into New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Experience towering peaks, stunning scenery, quaint towns and
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New England Rails and Sails villages before boarding the North Conway Scenic Railroad to enjoy the Mt. Washington Valley countryside. Relive part of railroad history when the first train traveled through this region over 135 years ago. Later enjoy time for shopping at some of the many outlet stores or browse the local shops in North Conway. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 The Kancamagus Scenic Byway and Green Mountain Railroad: This morning, travel the Kancamagus Scenic Byway as it follows a beautiful path through the White Mountains. It is one of the world’s most spectacular fall-foliage trips and meanders through vast forests, old logging roads and Indian hunting paths. Cross into Vermont and stop at Quechee Gorge to view the spectacular scenery of the area before arriving in Chester to board the Green Mountain Railroad. Enjoy the ride while taking in views of covered bridges, the Connecticut River and the Brockway Mill Gorge. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Norman Rockwell Museum and Mohegan Sun:
Stockbridge in Massachusetts’ culturally rich Berkshires region. At the Norman Rockwell Museum see the world’s largest collection of the artist’s original artwork. See his beloved paintings from The Saturday Evening Post and the Four Freedoms to the best in the field of American Illustration. You’ll spend some free time in the quaint Berkshire town of Stockbridge before continuing to the incredible Mohegan Sun Resort, your home for the next two nights. Meal: B
DAY 7 The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Becky Thatcher: The Valley Railroad Company operates the
coal-fired locomotives of the Essex Steam Train. Be swept away by the hiss of the steam and the blast of the whistle as you pass through some of the most beautiful country in the state. See forests and streams, beautiful vistas and nostalgic towns. At Deep River Landing, you board the Riverboat Becky Thatcher for a relaxing trip up the Connecticut River, before returning to Mohegan Sun.
Meals: B, L
Leaving Vermont this morning, travel to the town of
White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
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Kennebunkport, Maine
DAY 8 Plymouth Rock and Whale Watching Cruise:
2021 DEPARTURES
PER PERSON TWIN
SINGLE ROOM
Today pass through the state of Rhode Island, famous for its maritime history. In Plymouth, Massachusetts climb aboard your sea going vessel for a whale watching excursion. This naturalist guide-led cruise sails out to Cape Cod Bay and Stellwagen Bank, a marine sanctuary and primary feeding ground for Humpback, Finback, Minke and the endangered Right Whales. Pay a visit to Plymouth Rock where our forefathers first settled on American soil. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
September 25, 29
$3,349
add $1,429
October 1, 2, 6, 8
$3,349
add $1,429
DAY 9 Travel Home: This morning, take the group transfer to Boston’s Logan Airport for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
2022 DEPARTURES September 24, 28, 30
$3,399
add $1,439
October 1, 5, 7
$3,399
add $1,439
FREE AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to and from Boston. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Boston is $499, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Boston Park Plaza, Boston, Massachusetts Days Two and Three Best Western Merry Manor Inn, Portland, Maine Day Four Residence Inn, North Conway, New Hampshire Day Five Fairfield Inn, Williamstown, Massachusetts Days Six and Seven Mohegan Sun Resort Casino, Uncasville, Connecticut Day Eight Marriott Boston Quincy, Quincy, Massachusetts
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Acadia National Park
New England and Canada Autumn Cruising featuring Portland, Bar Harbor and Canada’s Maritimes 9 DAYS • 21 MEALS Coastal scenery, historic ports of call and the excitement of New York City await on a cruise to Canada and New England during the beautiful autumn foliage season.
DAY 1 Arrive at New York’s LaGuardia Airport: Arguably the premier city in the world, New York is the nation’s capital of finance, fashion, publishing and theater. Transfer to your hotel in Manhattan and then meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. to enjoy a welcome dinner with your traveling companions. Meal: D
DAY 2 New York Touring and Ship Embarkation: A local guide will lead a panoramic city tour covering New York’s uptown and downtown sites including Central Park, Wall Street, Chinatown, Broadway, Battery Park and so much more. Later, board Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Breakaway in the early afternoon and set sail for New England and Canada’s Maritime provinces. Don’t miss the fantastic view of the New York skyline, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Meal: D
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DAY 3 Full Day at Sea: Today is free to enjoy the on board amenities or to just relax and watch the spectacular views of the Gulf of Maine and Atlantic coastlines. Meals: B, L, D DAY 4 Portland, Maine: The 360-year-old city of Portland, Maine, offers big city excitement with small town charm. Rich with history and culture, this picturesque city features cobblestone streets lined with Victorian-era buildings, a vibrant waterfront, one of a kind shops and galleries, historical homes and museums… all within walking distance! If you wish to venture out of Portland, optional shore excursions are available to Kennebunkport and the Portland Head Light, one of three prominent lighthouses in the area. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 5 Bar Harbor, Maine: Nestled on Maine’s Mt. Desert Island, the quaint village of Bar Harbor still maintains much
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Hotel Overnights Visit
of its 1900’s charm when America’s elite vacationed here in beautiful summer cottages. Today, the soaring granite cliffs, stonewall-lined and tree-covered roads combined with the sweeping vistas from atop Cadillac Mountain lend a special mystique to the area. The lure of beautiful Acadia National Park has welcomed visitors to its sand and cobblestone beaches, glacier-carved mountains, meadows and marshes for over a hundred years.
Cruise Route
NEW BRUNSWICK
CANADA
Halifax
Saint John
NOVA SCOTIA
MAINE Bar Harbor
Portland
Meals: B, L, D
Gulf of Maine
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Atlantic Ocean
DAY 6 Saint John, New Brunswick: Located on the Bay of Fundy, Saint John is home to the highest tides in the world. With a billion tons of water moving in and out of the bay twice a day, Saint John is home to numerous sea caves, cliffs, fascinating marine life and an incredible reversing waterfall. With optional shore excursions ranging from beachcombing and riding the rapids, to visiting the Cape d’Or Lighthouse, there’s something amazing for everyone to do in Saint John. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 7 Halifax, Nova Scotia: Hundreds of miles of incredible coastline with majestic scenery from end to end qualifies Halifax as perhaps one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. You’ll find the perfect blend of big city excitement, small town charm and natural pristine beauty. There’s plenty to see in Halifax and shore excursions can help you explore the vibrant shopping districts, impressive galleries and museums, historic sites and colorful gardens. You may wish to take an optional shore excursion to Peggy’s Cove, often called the world’s most beautiful fishing village, or set sail aboard a historic and elegant tall ship for an adventure you’ll never forget. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 8 Day at Sea: Another full day at sea to enjoy the many amenities the Norwegian Breakaway has to offer and take in the spectacular scenery of the New England coast. Meals: B, L, D
NEW YORK 1 New York
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 21 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend one night in New York City with a welcome dinner • Guided tour of New York City with a local guide including Times Square and Central Park • Experience an exciting seven-day cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Breakaway • Visit Portland, Maine, featuring Victoria-era buildings and vibrant waterfront • Call at Bar Harbor, Maine a charming village surrounded by Acadia National Park • Visit Saint John, New Brunswick, home to the amazing reversing waterfall
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Sheraton Times Square, New York, New York Days Two through Eight Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Breakaway TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
• Call at Halifax, Nova Scotia, one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world with its natural pristine beauty • $45 in Mayflower Money
DAY 9 Travel Home: The Norwegian Breakaway
sails into New York harbor where a group transfer to New York’s LaGuardia Airport has been arranged for flights departing after 2:00 p.m. Meal: B
2021 DEPARTURE September 25
PER PERSON TWIN
SINGLE ROOM
Inside Outside
$1,999 $2,329
add $1,339 add $1,669
Balcony
$2,599
add $1,959
STATEROOM CATEGORY
Add $425 for port charges, government taxes and fees, which are subject to change.
Call for air rates and schedules for your city to and from New York LaGuardia Airport. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in New York is $519, tax included.
EASY ENERGETIC
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$249
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Holland Tulip Festival featuring Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel 8 DAYS • 11 MEALS Feel like you’ve landed in Europe with the beauty of Holland and the Dutch culture all around. Relax in the crown jewel of Mackinac Island, the Grand Hotel, and visit the heart of the Ford Motor Company at The Henry Ford Museum. DAY 1 Arrive in Chicago: Chicago is America’s third largest city and boasts a friendly, Midwest atmosphere. You may wish to arrive early and visit one of Chicago’s great museums or stroll along the “Magnificent Mile.” Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for suggestions on dining this evening.
DAY 2 Chicago Sightseeing and Travel to Michigan: After breakfast, you’ll begin the day with a panoramic tour of downtown Chicago with a local guide. Later, depart for Michigan and arrive in Holland at the height of their annual Tulip Festival. You’ll visit Veldheer-DeKlomp Tulip Gardens, Holland’s only tulip farm ablaze with acres of tulips in brilliant color in a Dutch setting of windmills, drawbridges and canals. You may also wish to shop for Delftware, the famous Dutch pottery or be fitted for a pair of wooden shoes. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Holland Tulip Festival: This morning, return to Holland and visit famous Windmill Island to see “De Zwaan,” a 240-year-old working windmill. Also visit a
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miniature Netherlands Village, a candle-making shop and an antique carousel with hand carved wooden horses and beautiful paintings. You will have time available to explore Holland on your own. This afternoon you have reserved seating at the Muziekparade (Music Parade), where local and national marching bands, floats, giant helium balloons, Dutch dancers and more participate to the delight of young and old alike. Meal: B
DAY 4 Arrive on Mackinac Island: Today, ferry to Mackinac Island, a picturesque spot in Lake Huron that still preserves the charm of a bygone era. No automobiles are permitted and nothing intrudes on the serenity and natural beauty of the Island. Upon arrival, tour via horse drawn carriage. Take a step back in time as you enjoy the atmosphere of this unique treasure. At the end of the tour, the carriage brings you to the crown jewel of Mackinac Island, the Grand Hotel. The world’s largest summer hotel, it was built in 1897 and is your home for the next two nights. Meals: B, D
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DAY 5 Explore Mackinac Island and Private Lecture: You will have the entire day at leisure on Mackinac Island. Browse the many shops, visit historic Fort Mackinac or rent bikes and pedal along the coast of Lake Huron. “The Grand” is a venerable island institution and the perfect place to enjoy a stroll in the beautifully landscaped gardens or afternoon tea. Don’t forget to sample some world-famous Mackinac Island fudge! During the day enjoy a private lecture with a local historian to learn the history of the island. Meals: B, D
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DAY 7 Ford River Rouge Factory Tour and The Henry Ford Museum: This morning, go behind the scenes at the
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 11 Meals: 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend one night in downtown Chicago with a guided sightseeing tour of the “Windy City”
world’s largest automotive complex as you watch the Ford F150 pickup truck being built on a Ford Motor Company factory tour. This afternoon you have the choice of visiting the Henry Ford Museum, often called “the attic” or Greenfield Village, also known as “America’s Hometown.” Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
• Visit Veldheer-DeKlomp Tulip Gardens, ablaze with acres of brilliant color in a Dutch setting
DAY 8 Journey Home: Your journey ends with a group
• Spend two nights at the Grand Hotel, the crown jewel of Mackinac Island
transfer to Detroit Metropolitan Airport for flights out after 10:00 a.m. or Chicago’s O’Hare Airport for flights after out 5:00 p.m. Meal: B
• Attend the annual Tulip Festival in Holland, steeped in the area’s rich Dutch heritage
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
• Take the River Rouge Ford Factory Tour to see the F150 pickup truck being built • Have the choice of visiting either The Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village • $40 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURE May 6
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EASY ENERGETIC
• Explore the charm of a bygone era on Mackinac Island and learn of its history during a private lecture with a local historian
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• Attend the Dutch Musiekparade (Music Parade) featuring local and national marching bands, floats and Dutch Dancers
• Tour Mackinac Island via a horse-drawn carriage en route to the hotel
Day One Embassy Suites, Chicago, Illinois Days Two and Three DoubleTree Hotel, Grand Rapids, Michigan Days Four and Five Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan Days Six and Seven DoubleTree Hotel, Dearborn, Michigan
Detroit
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DAY 6 Traveling in The Great Lakes State: Leave Mackinac Island today and travel through the Great Lakes State. Michigan has the unique distinction of being surrounded by four of the five Great Lakes. Your destination is Dearborn, the heartland of the Ford Motor Company Meal: B
MICHIGAN
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$249 PER PERSON AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to Chicago and from Detroit or Chicago. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Chicago is $329 and in Detroit is $189, tax included.
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The Grand Hotel
$249
AIRFARE PER PERSON WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel featuring the Agawa Canyon Autumn Foliage Train 9 DAYS • 12 MEALS Relax and enjoy the carefree lifestyle of Mackinac Island in Autumn. Ride the Algoma Central Railway into scenic Agawa Canyon, visit the heart of The Ford Motor Company in Dearborn and spend two nights at the crown jewel of Michigan, the Grand Hotel. DAY 1 Arrive in Chicago: Chicago is America’s third largest city and boasts a friendly, Midwest atmosphere. For those arriving early, your hotel is close to the Lake Michigan waterfront. Visit one of Chicago’s great museums or stroll along the “Magnificent Mile.” Your Tour Manager is available in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. to assist with check-in and can offer suggestions for dining this evening. DAY 2 Chicago to Michigan: This morning, begin the day with a panoramic tour of downtown Chicago with a local guide. Leave the big city behind for charming Traverse City, Michigan, known for its sparkling beaches, unique shops and cherry orchards. Meal: D
DAY 3 Traverse City: Begin your day exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore that was named for an Indian legend. These expansive golden dunes stretch for more than 35 miles along the twinkling blue waters of Lake Michigan. A local guide tells the history and lore of
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the area including the peninsula and lighthouse. You’re treated to a one-of-a-kind collection of rare antique musical instruments and music-making machines, from 1870 through 1930 at the Music House Museum. Nickelodeons, music boxes, pipe organs and a Belgian dance organ come alive. Meal: B
DAY 4 Agawa Canyon Autumn Foliage Train: Today, cross the border into Canada to board the Algoma Central Railway for a spectacular train ride through scenic Agawa Canyon during autumn foliage time. This all-day adventure takes you past massive rock formations, through thick forests of maple and birch and over pristine streams and lakes as you wind your way to Agawa Canyon. Explore the Agawa River and its waterfalls on the valley floor before returning to Sault Ste. Marie. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel: A trip to Mackinac Island is a like a trip back in time. From its bluff cottages to its quaint horse-drawn carriages
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Agawa Canyon
Agawa Canyon Autumn Foliage Train
(no cars are allowed on the island), this peaceful resort island offers a glimpse into life during a simpler and more genteel era. Upon arrival, tour the Island via horse-drawn carriage and step back in time as you enjoy the atmosphere of this unique treasure. At the end of the tour, the carriage brings you to the crown jewel of Mackinac Island, the Grand Hotel, the world’s largest summer hotel, built in 1897, and your home for the next two nights. Meals: B, D
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Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route
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DAY 7 Traveling in the Great Lakes State: Leave Mackinac Island today and travel through the Great Lakes State. Michigan has the unique distinction of being surrounded by four of the five Great Lakes. Your destination is Dearborn, the heartland of the Ford Motor Company. Meal: B
DAY 8 Ford River Rouge Factory Tour and The Henry Ford Museum: This morning, you go behind the scenes at the world’s largest automotive complex as you watch the Ford F150 pickup truck being built on a Ford Motor Company factory tour. This afternoon you have the choice of visiting The Henry Ford Museum, often called “the attic” or Greenfield Village, also known as “America’s Hometown.” Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D Day 9 Journey Home: Your journey ends with a group transfer to Detroit Metropolitan Airport for flights out after 10:00 a.m. or Chicago O’Hare Airport for flights after 5:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Sheraton Grand, Chicago, Illinois Day Two Country Inn, Traverse City, Michigan Days Three and Four Holiday Inn Express, Sault Ste Marie, Michigan Days Five and Six Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan Days Seven and Eight DoubleTree Hotel, Dearborn, Michigan
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Dearborn Chicago
DAY 6 Explore Mackinac Island: You will have the entire day at leisure on Mackinac Island. Browse the many shops, visit historic Fort Mackinac or rent bikes and peddle along the coast of Lake Huron. “The Grand” is a venerable island institution and the perfect place to enjoy a stroll in the landscaped gardens or enjoy afternoon tea. Don’t forget to sample the world-famous Mackinac Island fudge! During the day enjoy a private lecture with a local historian to learn the history of the island. Meals: B, D
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Detroit
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ILLINOIS
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 12 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend one night in downtown Chicago with a guided city tour
• Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore • Visit the Music House Museum with its one-of-a- kind collection of rare antique musical instruments • Embark on a narrated rail excursion through scenic Agawa Canyon during autumn foliage time • Spend two nights at the Grand Hotel, the crown jewel of Mackinac Island • Explore the charm of a bygone era on Mackinac Island and learn of its history during a private lecture with a local historian • Tour Mackinac Island via a horse-drawn carriage en route to the hotel • Take the River Rouge Ford Factory Tour to see the F150 pickup truck being built • Have the choice of visiting either The Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village • $45 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES
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$249 PER PERSON AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to Chicago and from Detroit or Chicago. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Chicago is $349, and Detroit in $179, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Georgia
Charleston, Savannah and Jekyll Island featuring Two Nights at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel 7 DAYS • 11 MEALS See three “Belles of the South” – Charleston, Jekyll Island and Savannah – dripping with Spanish Moss and steeped in history. Enjoy southern hospitality while visiting coastal islands, historic plantations and beautiful cities. DAY 1 Arrive in South Carolina: Arrive in Charleston and get to know your Tour Manager and fellow traveling companions during a welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m. in the hotel. Meal: D
DAY 2 The Charm of Charleston and Boone Hall Plantation: Through the stories of those who founded Charleston, the local guide makes history come alive along these antebellum home-lined streets. See the Old Market and Exchange and the famous “Battery at the Harbor,” which overlooks Fort Sumter. At Boone Hall Plantation enjoy a taste of the Old South with a traditional Low Country Plantation lunch before a tour of the grounds. One of America’s oldest working plantations, Boone Hall has been continually growing crops for over 320 years and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Meals: B, L
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DAY 3 Beaufort and Jekyll Island: Stop in charming Beaufort, whose entire downtown is designated an historic district by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and is known for its southern hospitality, scenic waterfront charm, quaint shops and historic homes. Later, arrive at the romantic Victorian-style Jekyll Island Club Hotel, originally built as an exclusive island getaway for the Rockefeller and Vanderbilt families. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Jekyll Island and the Golden Isles: Take a narrated tram tour of Jekyll Island’s National Landmark Historic District and hear the fascinating stories of the island’s beginnings in the late 1800s. In the afternoon, visit St. Simons, where Spanish moss-draped oaks line the island’s charming streets and see the St. Simons Lighthouse, in operation since 1872. The balance of the day is free to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the Jekyll Island Club. Meal: B
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DAY 5 Savannah: Travel to Savannah, the “Belle of the South” and discover why General Sherman found this city much too beautiful to burn during the Civil War. On a narrated trolley tour your driver-guide recounts the tales and secrets of the stately mansions of the lovely squares of Savannah’s Historic District. Pass the 1820 birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, the squares and streets where movies such as Forrest Gump and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil were filmed.
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GEORGIA
Beaufort
Savannah
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Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Tybee Island and Free Time in Savannah: This morning it’s off to Tybee Island to visit the lighthouse that has been the guardian of the Savannah River since 1736. Visit the museum that features exhibits of early life on the island, and if you are feeling adventurous, take the exhilarating walk up the 154-foot-tall lighthouse. Later, feel free to discover the many shops along River Street and enjoy the beauty of the quaint squares perfect for relaxing. Tonight, dinner is served family-style at Mrs. Wilkes’ Boarding House, a Savannah legend. Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Home: Your holiday ends today with a transfer to Savannah’s airport. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Hilton Garden Inn, Charleston, South Carolina Days Three and Four Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Jekyll Island, Georgia Days Five and Six The Desoto, Savannah, Georgia 2021 DEPARTURES
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Charleston and from Savannah. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Charleston is $349 and in Savannah is $289, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 11 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Charleston, South Carolina’s beautiful Historic District and enjoy a delicious Welcome Dinner • Guided tour of Charleston, regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in America with its antebellum home-lined streets and historic Old Market and Exchange • Touring and lunch at Boone Hall Plantation, one of America’s oldest working plantations and listed on the National Register of Historic Places • Visit Beaufort, South Carolina, known for its southern hospitality, historic homes and listed on National Trust for Historic Preservation • Spend two nights at the historic Jekyll Island Club Hotel, a romantic Victorian-style hotel and once the playground of the Rockefeller and Vanderbilt families • Narrated tram tour of Jekyll Island’s National Landmark Historic District, a Golden Isle rich with majestic oak trees, Spanish moss and palmetto • Visit St. Simons Island, where Spanish moss- draped oaks line its streets and the largest of the Golden Isles • Spend two nights in the Historic District of Savannah, Georgia, the “Belle of the South” which General Sherman found too beautiful to burn during the Civil War • Visit Tybee Island and tour the Museum and Lighthouse • Narrated trolley tour of Savannah to learn the history of the city, see the beautiful garden-filled squares and see the places where many famous movies were filmed • Family-style dinner at Mrs. Wilkes’ Boarding House, steeped in Savannah history and a local legend • $35 in Mayflower Money
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St. Augustine skyline
Florida Adventure featuring St. Augustine, Orlando and Tampa 9 DAYS • 14 MEALS Come explore the Sunshine State, from the Moorish architecture of St. Augustine and Space Coast of Cape Canaveral to the excitement of Epcot and warm beauty of Florida’s Gulf of Mexico.
DAY 1 Arrive in Florida: Arrive in Jacksonville, Florida, today and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager for a welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m. Meal: D
DAY 2 St. Augustine Trolley Tour and Columbia Restaurant: Begin the day with a narrated trolley tour of historic St. Augustine to learn of its exciting past. See the Fernando-Lambias House, built in 1763 and Our Lady of La Leche Shrine. Visit the Castillo de San Marcos, the Spanish fortress which dominates the beautiful bay area. Lunch is at the exquisite Columbia Restaurant in the heart of the historic district. Enjoy award-winning Spanish/ Cuban cuisine in the comfort of hand-painted tiles and Spanish-style fountains. Later, board the Victory III for a relaxing cruise of Matanzas Bay. Take in the beauty of the red-tiled city roofs and maybe even catch sight of the many dolphins which inhabit the bay. Meals: B, L
DAY 3 Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach: Venture to the small town of Fernandina Beach on quaint Amelia
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Island. Board the vessel for a cruise to Cumberland Island, home to one of the nation’s last herds of wild horses. See shrimp boats and historic Fort Clinch from the water. Later, stroll the streets of Old Towne Fernandina Beach where an old-fashioned ice cream parlor and Florida’s oldest saloon, The Palace, await. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Kennedy Space Center: Depart St. Augustine today and travel to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, the birthplace of American spaceflight. See launch pads and the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. On a behind-the-scenes tour see the restricted areas of the historic Launch Complex 39 and the launch pads used by SpaceX and ULA. Meal: B
DAY 5 Full Day at Epcot: Spend the day at one of the nation’s premier attractions, Epcot. First opened in 1982, Epcot was the second theme park opened by Walt Disney in Florida. Spanning 300 acres, Epcot is dedicated to the celebration of human achievement namely technology,
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Fernandina Beach Jacksonville
innovation and international culture. The park is divided into two sections: Future World, made up of eight pavilions, and World Showcase, themed to eleven world nations. Meal: B
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DAY 7 Tarpon Springs and Hellas Greek Restaurant: Today, visit Tarpon Springs, a legacy of the Greek sponge divers who settled here in the early 1900s. Stroll the historic sponge and fishing docks and shop in the stores which are a reminder of the once booming industry. Lunch today is included at Hellas Greek Restaurant providing a taste of the unique Greek culture of the area. Back in St. Petersburg, visit the Salvador Dali Museum, the art museum dedicated to the artist and home to the largest collection of his works outside Europe. Meals: B, L
DAY 8 Ca’ d’Zan Mansion and St. Armands Circle: Travel to Sarasota today and visit Ca’ d’Zan, the dazzling palatial mansion of John and Mable Ringling. Described as “the last of the Gilded Age mansions” to be built in America, Ca’ d’Zan has 56 incredible rooms filled with art and original furnishings. Spend time in St. Armands Circle located on Lido Key, with its exclusive shops, galleries, boutiques and restaurants. Dinner is at Der Dutchman Restaurant where a hearty Amish-style meal with Amish pies and dessert await. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Homeward Bound: After breakfast, a group transfer to the Tampa International Airport is included for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Crowne Plaza Hotel, Jacksonville, Florida Days Two and Three TRYP by Wyndham Sebastian, St. Augustine, Florida Days Four and Five Delta Hotel, Orlando, Florida Days Six through Eight Holiday Inn Harborside, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
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Cape Canaveral
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DAY 6 Bok Tower Gardens: Depart Orlando today and venture west across the state stopping at Bok Tower Gardens. This National Historic Landmark features 250 acres of ferns, palms, oaks and pines which are highlighted by the 205 foot neo-Gothic and art deco “Singing Tower.” The tower’s carillon consists of sixty cast bronze bells that are precisely tuned and arranged in chromatic progression. Enjoy the gardens and the tower’s “concert” before traveling to your hotel. Meals: B, D
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Indian Rocks Beach
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Lake Wales
St. Petersburg Sarasota
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in St. Augustine, America’s oldest city and take a narrated Trolley Tour
• See the Our Lady of La Leche Shrine and visit the Castillo de San Marcos • Lunch at the award-winning Columbia Restaurant • Enjoy a Dolphin Cruise on Matanzas Bay • Embark on a narrated cruise to Cumberland Island, home to herds of wild horses • Spend two nights in Orlando and take the Behind the-Gates tour of the Kennedy Space Center • Spend a full day at one of the nation’s premier attractions, Epcot • Visit Bok Tower Gardens, a National Historic Landmark featuring the “Singing Tower” • Spend three nights in Clearwater, on the Gulf of Mexico • Visit the Historic Sponge Docks of Tarpon Springs and have lunch at Hellas Greek Restaurant • Tour the impressive Salvador Dali Museum • Tour Ca’ d’Zan, the dazzling palatial mansion of John and Mable Ringling • Enjoy free time in Sarasota’s St. Armand’s Circle • Farewell dinner at Der Dutchman Restaurant for a hearty Amish-style meal • $45 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES February 20, 27
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
From Blue Ridges to Blue Grass featuring the Biltmore, Opryland and the Great Smoky Mountains 9 DAYS • 15 MEALS Embark on a journey from the Blue Ridge Mountains, including the Biltmore Estate, to the verdant Blue Grass pastures of the Kentucky Horse Park. Included are The Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge entertainment, My Old Kentucky Home and Nasvhville, the Home of Country Music.
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KENTUCKY Nashville
Pleasant Hill
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Tour Highlights ............................................. Georgia State Capitol
DAY 1 Arrive in Georgia: Arrive in Atlanta, Georgia today and transfer to the hotel. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby for a welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m. Meal: D
DAY 2 Atlanta Sightseeing and Mary Mac’s: A local guide conducts a narrated panoramic tour of Atlanta, often called the “Athens of the South.” See the Georgia State Capitol, Centennial Olympic Park, World of Coca-Cola and the CNN Center. A stop is made at the Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site before coming to a local favorite, Mary Mac’s Tea Room for lunch featuring some down-home southern cooking. Then, sit back and relax as you enjoy the scenery en route to North Carolina. Meals: B, L DAY 3 Biltmore Estate and Great Smoky Mountains National Park: The Biltmore Estate is America’s largest home set on 8,000 acres of Blue Ridge Mountain beauty. This 250-room home was built by George Vanderbilt and features magnificent art, antiques and architecture. Enjoy an included lunch at the Estate. This afternoon the breathtaking beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains comes into view as you motorcoach through Great Smoky Mountain National Park. On the Tennessee side of the park sits Gatlinburg. Experience the history, beauty and nostalgia of this small town with its many galleries, unique craft shops and restaurants. Meals: B, L
DAY 4 Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton’s Stampede:
Begin the day at the world’s largest museum attraction, the Titanic Museum. This unforgettable hands-on experience features over 400 artifacts from the doomed vessel. Then, visit the new “Island in Pigeon Forge,” the region’s big
• 15 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Narrated panoramic tour of Atlanta featuring the Georgia State Capitol, Centennial Olympic Park and Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site • Enjoy lunch at Mary Mac’s Tea Room for delicious southern cooking • Visit the Biltmore Estate, America’s largest home, built by George Vanderbilt and have an included lunch at the Estate • Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and visit Gatlinburg with its many craft shops and restaurants • Experience the Titanic Museum, the world’s largest museum attraction • Enjoy great food and fun at Dolly Parton’s Stampede, featuring top-notch riders and the patriotic Grand Finale • Visit the Kentucky Horse Park to learn about horse history and culture, see their horse barns and enjoy an included lunch • Tour Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, once the third largest Shaker community in the nation • Stop at Wild Turkey Distillery for a tour and tasting • Visit My Old Kentucky Home State Park with a mansion tour and biscuit-making demonstration • Spend two nights in Nashville at the impressive Gaylord Opryland Resort • Take a guided tour of “Music City” including the historic Ryman Auditorium • Reserved seats to the famed Grand Ole Opry • $45 in Mayflower Money
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From Blue Ridges to Blue Grass and beautiful walkable shopping and entertainment complex. Tonight, enjoy great food and fun at Dolly Parton’s Stampede. Delight in a show featuring thirty-two magnificent horses and top-notch riders performing daring feats of trick riding in a Patriotic Grand Finale. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Kentucky Horse Park: At the Kentucky Horse Park take a comprehensive look at horse history and culture from around the world in the International Museum of the Horse. Meet Thoroughbred legends at the Hall of Champions, walk through the barns to meet former police horses and see the blacksmith facility. Enjoy an included lunch before moving on to Lexington. Meals: B, L DAY 6 Shaker Village and Wild Turkey Distillery: Today, visit Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, once the third largest Shaker community in the nation. Learn the remarkable story of the Shakers through their iconic architecture, skilled craftsmanship, 34 surviving buildings and the farm. Later, stop at the famed Wild Turkey Distillery. Here, take a guided tour to learn the ins and outs of whiskey-making complete with a tasting of their finely crafted spirits. Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Blue Grass Parkway and My Old Kentucky Home State Park: Departing Lexington, travel west along the famed Blue Grass Parkway to Bardstown. Visit My Old Kentucky Home State Park including the 200-yearold mansion and plantation of the Rowan family. Tour the mansion with a guide, hear the history of Stephen Foster’s ballad and learn how to make biscuits in a live demonstration in the carriage house, complete with home made jams. Later, arrive at the Opryland Resort. Meal: B
DAY 8 Country Music Hall of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry: A local guide joins you today for a narrated tour of Tennessee’s “Music City,” Nashville. See famed Music Row, with its recording studios, Broadway, with its Honky Tonks and even a full scale replica of the Parthenon. You even tour the historic Ryman Auditorium where many great artists have performed. At the Country Music Hall of Fame, visit one of the world’s largest museums and research centers dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of American Country Music. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the Opry Backstage Grill before taking your reserved seats to the granddaddy of all country music shows, the Grand Ole Opry. This is truly a night to remember. Meals: B, D
Nashville skyline at dusk
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The Titanic Museum
Kentucky Horse Park
The Pigeon Forge Mill
DAY 9 Return Home: After breakfast a group transfer takes you to the Nashville International Airport for flights home departing after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One DoubleTree Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia Day Two Hampton Inn, Asheville, North Carolina Days Three and Four Park Vista Hotel, Gatlinburg, Tennessee Days Five and Six Embassy Suites, Lexington, Kentucky Days Seven and Eight Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Atlanta and from Nashville. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Atlanta is $169 and in Nashville is $279, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Nashville, Music City USA
America’s Music Cities featuring Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans
8 DAYS • 11 MEALS Join us on an unforgettable musical journey to America’s Music Cities. From Nashville, the Home of the Country Music to Memphis, the Birthplace of the Blues and on to New Orleans with its deep Jazz Roots, you will be entertained and energized every step of the way.
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Hotel Overnights
Nashville
Visit Tour Route
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Memphis
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TENNESSEE
Clarksdale
Indianola
LOUISIANA
1 Vicksburg
MISSISSIPPI
Elvis’ “Solid Gold” Cadillac at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum New Orleans
DAY 1 Arrive in Nashville, Tennessee: Arrive in Nashville, Music City USA and transfer to the glorious Gaylord Opryland Resort. Get to know the property on your own before meeting your traveling companions and Tour Manager in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner at the resort. Meal: D DAY 2 Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry: Begin your musical adventure with a narrated driving tour of Nashville. See the Honkey Tonks, Music Row, the historic Ryman Auditorium and even a full-scale replica of the Parthenon. Then, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Called the “Smithsonian of Country Music” because of its collection of artists’ artifacts, photographs, recorded sound and vintage video, the museum is highlighted by its core exhibit Sing Me Back Home: A Journey Through Country Music. After time to freshen up at the hotel you have reserved seats at the Granddaddy of Country shows, the Grand Ole Opry. Meal: B
DAY 3 Studio B and The Memphis Sound: Get that Nashville feel at historic RCA Studio B. Once the recording home of popular music titans such as Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins and the Everly Brothers, it was here the “Nashville Sound” was born in the 1960’s and helped establish Nashville as an international recording center. Depart for Memphis where your first stop is at the Stax Museum of American Soul. The museum traces the roots of “Soulsville” the neighborhood once called home by the likes of Aretha Franklin, Memphis Slim and Booker T Jones. Sun Studio is known as “The Birthplace of Rock’n’Roll”, as musical legends from the 50s began here. Imagine standing on the very same spot where Elvis was first recorded. Then, enjoy some delicious Memphis cooking at Central BBQ. Meals: B, D
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 11 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Nashville’s Honky Tonks and Music Row • Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the “Smithsonian of County Music” • Reserved seats to the Granddaddy of Country shows, the Grand Ole Opry. • Tour historic RCA Studio B, the recording home of musicians Elvis Presley and Chet Atkins • In Memphis visit the Stax Museum of American Soul and Sun Studio, known as “The Birthplace of Rock’n’Roll” • Spend the day at Elvis Presley’s Graceland to tour the mansion, the meditation garden, his custom airplanes and Car Museum • Visit the Delta Blues Museum and have lunch at the Ground Zero Blues Club • Tour the BB King Museum and trace the roots of the Blues through the life of the man himself • Take a narrated tour of Vicksburg National Military Park with a licensed guide • Tour the majestic Oak Alley Plantation and enjoy a tasty Mint Julep • Narrated tour of New Orleans to see the historic French Quarter, Garden District and Bourbon Street • New Orleans farewell Jazz dinner cruise on the Mississippi River • $40 in Mayflower Money
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America’s Music Cities DAY 4 Elvis Presley’s Graceland Mansion and Estate:
Today is devoted to Elvis Presley’s Graceland. You will tour the mansion, the heart of the 14-acre estate and see the living rooms, music room and “jungle” den. You will also see the meditation garden where “The King” is laid to rest. Also tour Elvis’ two custom airplanes, the Car Museum, The Entertainer Career Showcase Museum as well as the new state-of-the-art Visitor Entertainment Complex. Truly a day of musical history to remember. Meal: B
DAY 5 Delta Blues Museum, Morgan Freeman’s Ground Zero and BB King: Travel south to the town of Clarksdale, located at the intersection of Highways 61 and 49 and known as “The Crossroads.” Clarksdale’s roots with the Blues culture dates back to the 1920s. At the Delta Blues Museum, learn how the Blues was born and grew up in the area thanks to musicians like Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Sam Cooke and Ike Turner. It is dedicated to exploring the history and heritage of the unique American musical art form of the Blues. Enjoy an included lunch at the
Morgan Freeman-owned Ground Zero Blues Club, established in 2001 to celebrate the area’s rich Blues heritage. At the BB King Museum trace the roots of Blues music from the cotton fields and juke joints through the life of the Blues’ foremost ambassador, Riley B.B. King. Meals: B, L
DAY 6 Civil War Memories: This morning a licensed park guide leads you on a narrated tour of Vicksburg National Military Park. Learn about civilian life and military operations in the defense of Vicksburg in the spring and summer of 1863. Continue south for a stop at majestic Oak Alley Plantation. This impressive “Big House” sits on twenty-five acres of history and romance. Enjoy a tasty Mint Julep and take in the immense “alley” of 300-year-old live oak trees. Later, arrive in New Orleans for a two-night stay. Meal: B
DAY 7 New Orleans Sightseeing and Jazz Dinner Cruise: Begin the day with a narrated tour of New Orleans. See the sights you’ve heard about for years such as the historic French Quarter, beautiful Garden District, colorful
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Sun Studio is known as “The Birthplace of Rock’n’Roll”
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Horse-drawn carriages in front of Jackson Square, New Orleans
River Walk along the Mississippi and famous Bourbon Street. Enjoy free time on your own in the “Quarter” for lunch or maybe some beignets and coffee at Café du Monde before taking to the water for an exciting dinner cruise aboard the paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy the sounds of traditional New Orleans Jazz music while dining on regional cuisine as it sails along the Mississippi River. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Travel Home: Following breakfast, a group transfer to the New Orleans International Airport is available for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee Days Three and Four The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis, Tennessee Day Five Hampton Inn & Suites, Vicksburg, Mississippi Days Six and Seven Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, New Orleans, Louisiana
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Nashville and from New Orleans. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Nashville is $259, and in New Orleans is $269, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Grapevine Vintage Railroad
NEW TOUR
Rivers and Rails of Texas featuring San Antonio, Austin and Fort Worth 8 DAYS • 13 MEALS Experience the excitement of Texas from both river and rail while enjoying the history of San Antonio, the beauty of the Piney Woods and rustic cowboy culture of Fort Worth. DAY 1 Arrive in Texas: Arrive in San Antonio today and transfer to your hotel on the Riverwalk. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 5:30 p.m. for the Drury Inn’s Kickback dinner.
DAY 2 San Antonio River Cruise and The Alamo: The history of San Antonio comes alive as a local guide conducts a sightseeing tour of the city with a visit to Mission San Jose, followed by shopping at El Mercado, an authentic Mexican Marketplace. Then visit The Alamo, the famous fort where Davy Crockett and 185 other “Texans” fought against Mexico. Tour the museum and see the IMAX movie, Alamo – The Price of Freedom. Later, enjoy a leisurely cruise on the San Antonio River along the Paseo del Rio (Riverwalk). Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Y.O. Ranch Tour and Kerrville Hills Winery: Travel through the Hill Country’s rolling landscape to the Y.O. Ranch, a 40,000-acre ranch home to exotic wildlife since the 1960’s. On a guided wildlife tour see up to 55 different species roaming the ranch such as giraffes, African wildebeests and antelope. Enjoy an included lunch at the ranch before traveling to Kerrville Hills Winery
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to sample their award-winning wines in a relaxed and beautiful tasting room. Meals: B, L
DAY 4 Amtrak’s Texas Eagle and Austin’s Duck Tour:
Climb aboard Amtrak’s Texas Eagle for the ride through the heart of Texas to Austin. Located on Camp Mabry Army Reserve base, the Texas Military Forces Museum honors Texas military personnel with exhibits dated from their fight for independence through toda . Then, climb aboard an Austin “Duck” for a sightseeing tour by land and by water. This narrated amphibious tour includes Austin’s downtown area as well as a cruise on scenic Lake Austin. Later, check in to your hotel in Austin. Meal: B, L
DAY 5 Texas Rangers, Magnolia Market and Winery Visit: Today, visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum which preserves the history and inspiring appreciation of the Texas Rangers. The next stop is the Magnolia Market at the Silos, where the spirit of Chip and Joanna Gaines is alive in the gardens and shops. At The Silos Baking Co., numerous sweet treats await. Arriving in Tyler, stop at Kiepersol Estates Winery and Distillery for a tour and tasting of their fine products. Meals: B, D
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Fort Worth
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TEXAS Palestine
Y.O. Ranch
Austin
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Kerrville
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1 Tyler Waco Texas Eagle
3 San Antonio Hotel Overnights Visit
Lady Bird Lake, Austin
DAY 6 Texas State Railroad Dome Car: Travel to Palestine to board the historic Texas State Railroad. Visit the locomotive museum before taking your seat in the Sky High Scenic Dome Car. Enjoy a Champagne toast, freshly-prepared appetizers, soft leather seating and unobstructed birds-eye view of the East Texas Piney Woods region. Later, travel to Fort Worth for a two-night stay. Meals: B, L
DAY 7 Grapevine Vintage Railroad and Texas Star Dinner Theater: Climb aboard one of the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s restored Victorian touring coaches for ride through history. Follow the old Cotton Belt Route from Grapevine to the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Once a major stop on the Chisholm Trial, the Stockyards is home to the daily cattle drive where you will see the “drovers” bring their herd of Texas Longhorns through town. Tonight is an interactive murder mystery at the Texas Star Dinner Theater. Enjoy a delicious meal while the Texas Star’s cast take you on a light- hearted trip back to the Wild West. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Travel Home: Depart this morning with a group
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 13 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in San Antonio including narrated city tour, The Alamo and river cruise on the Paseo del Rio • Ride Amtrak’s Texas Eagle through the heart of Texas to Austin • Take a narrated Austin “Duck” tour of downtown and Lake Austin • Visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, shop at Magnolia Market at the Silos and enjoy a tasting at Kiepersol Winery • Ride the Texas State Railroad through the Piney Woods in exclusive Dome Cars with Champagne and appetizers • Spend two nights in historic Fort Worth • Ride in restored Victorian coaches on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad • See the daily cattle drive at the Fort Worth Stockyards
transfer to Dallas/ Fort Worth International Airport at 9:00 a.m. for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
• Farewell dinner with entertainment at the Lone Star Dinner Theater
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• $40 in Mayflower Mone
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three Drury Plaza Hotel Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas Day Four Drury Inn and Suites, Austin, Texas Day Five Homewood Suites, Tyler, Texas Days Six and Seven Sheraton Downtown, Fort Worth, Texas TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY
ENERGETIC
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April 3, 24
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July 17
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October 16, 23
$2,499
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to San Antonio and from Dallas/Fort Worth. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in San Antonio is $309 and in Fort Worth is $289, tax included.
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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Come see the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive in Ft. Worth
Texas Cowboy Country featuring Fort Worth, San Antonio and the Hill Country 9 DAYS • 13 MEALS Experience the excitement of San Antonio along with the cowboy culture of Fort Worth, the history of LBJ’s Texas White House and the beauty of the rolling Hill Country.
DAY 1 Arrive in The Lone Star State: Arrive in Texas today and transfer to your hotel in Fort Worth. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions. DAY 2 Dallas Sightseeing: Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dallas and see Pioneer Plaza, the Old Red Court House and Dealey Plaza where JFK was shot. Later tour Cowboys Stadium to see the private suites, walk the field and maybe toss the football. Meals: B, L
DAY 3 Fort Worth and Stock Yards Cattle Drive: Begin with a tour of Fort Worth including Sundance Square, the JFK Memorial and historic Fort Worth Stock Yards to watch the “Drovers” bring in their herd of Texas Longhorns through town. At Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que taste traditional Hill Country pit bar-b-que. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Texas Rangers and the Silos at Magnolia: In Waco, visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, dedicated to the Texas Ranger Service. At the Silos at Magnolia
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Market, there is something for everyone. Shopping, games, the garden and even a bite to eat including Joanna’s personal recipes. Don’t miss this little corner of the Silos—it’s definitely the sweetest! Later, continue to Austin for an overnight stay. Meal: B
DAY 5 LBJ Country: In LBJ country stop at his boyhood home followed by a tour of the LBJ Ranch. See memo rabilia for LBJ’s presidency and take a driving tour of the ranch grounds. When available, visit the Texas White House with LBJ’s “west office” where he often conducted the nation’s business surrounded by his trusted advisors and world leaders. Meals: B, D DAY 6 Y.O. Ranch and Kerrville Hills Winery: Today begins at the Y.O. Ranch, a 40,000 acre ranch which is home to numerous exotic wildlife. On a wildlife tour you may see the giraffes, African wildebeests and antelope. Also, enjoy an included lunch at the ranch before traveling to Kerrville Hills Winery for a tour and tasting. Meals: B, L
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Dallas
TEXAS Waco
Y.O. Ranch Johnson City
1 Austin
Kerrville
1
2
Bandera Hotel Overnights
2
San Antonio
Visit Tour Route
The Alamo
DAY 7 Bandera and San Antonio: The name “Cowboy Capital of the World” originated when Bandera became a staging area for the last great cattle drives of the late 1800’s. In San Antonio, a local guide climbs aboard for a sightseeing tour of the city. Explore the area’s rich history with visits to Mission San Jose, followed by shopping at El Mercado, an authentic Mexican Marketplace. Meal: B
DAY 8 The Alamo and Riverwalk River Cruise: Today, visit The Alamo, where you’ll tour the museum and see the IMAX movie, Alamo – The Price of Freedom. The afternoon is free to enjoy Texas hospitality and soak up the Spanish flavor of this picturesque city. Tonight, enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Paseo del Rio, followed by a special San Antonio farewell dinner. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Travel Home: After breakfast, a group transfer to the San Antonio airport is available for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in Fort Worth • Guided tour of Dallas including the Old Red Court House and Dealey Plaza • Visit Cowboys Stadium and walk the field • Guided sightseeing tour of Fort Worth • See the Stock Yards cattle drive and have dinner at Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que • Tour the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and shop at the Silos at Magnolia Market • Visit LBJ’s boyhood home and tour the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall • Wildlife tour at Y.O. Ranch with exotic animals and included lunch • Wine tasting and tour at Kerrville Hills Winery • Visit the Cowboy town of Bandera • Guided sightseeing tour of San Antonio including the Mission San Jose
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• Tour The Alamo museum and see the IMAX movie
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
• Narrated cruise on the Paseo del Rio
Days One through Three Sheraton Downtown, Fort Worth, Texas Day Four Drury Inn, Austin, Texas Days Five and Six Y. O. Ranch Hotel, Kerrville, Texas Days Seven and Eight Drury Plaza Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas
• $45 in Mayflower Money
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and from San Antonio. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Fort Worth is $279, and in San Antonio is $259, tax included.
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Caption & Toltec Scenic Railroad Cumbres
Colorado’s Historic Trains featuring Six Scenic Rail Excursions and Three National Parks
9 DAYS • 14 MEALS Come with us to enjoy the best of Colorado. Follow the historic train routes of the Old West with excursions on six exciting scenic railroads through the Rocky Mountains. Then witness the amazing rock formations and natural beauty of Colorado’s National Parks.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
COLORADO Dillon Leadville
Black Canyon of Gunnison Montrose
Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad
Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad
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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Mesa Verde National Park
1 Denver
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Canon City
Silverton Durango
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2 Colorado Springs
1 Alamosa
Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Royal Gorge Route Railroad
Antonito
Ignacio Chama
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway
NEW MEXICO 1
Hotel Overnights Visit
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
DAY 1 Arrive in Denver: Welcome to Denver, the “Mile High City.” Meet your fellow travelers at 5:00 p.m. for a get-acquainted dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meal: D
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
DAY 2 Rocky Mountain National Park: Departing Denver, venture into Rocky Mountain National Park, a living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. With elevations ranging from 8,000 feet on the wet, grassy valleys to 14,259 feet at the weather-ravaged top of Longs Peak, the park is filled with breathtaking scenery and experiences. Following the Trail Ridge Road a stop at the Alpine Visitor Center offers an opportunity to learn more about this fascinating place. Meal: B
DAY 3 Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad: Today, travel to historic Leadville to board the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad. While onboard, learn about the fascinating history of the railroads and hear ghost stories and tales of the wild from your conductor while traveling north along the Arkansas River Valley. Rising up 1,000 feet from the valley floor you will be greeted by spectac ular views of Fremont Pass and the two tallest peaks in Colorado, Mount Massive and Mount Elbert. Later, travel through scenic Monarch Pass and Curecanti National Recreation Area while en route to Montrose. Meals: B, Box Lunch
DAY 4 Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad: This morning, visit the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park, then it’s “full steam ahead” as you board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Voted
• Experience SIX scenic rail excursions following historic routes of the Old West ❖ Travel along the Arkansas River Valley aboard the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad ❖ Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, voted one of the “Top Ten Most Exciting Rail Journeys in the World” ❖ Ride through the Rockies aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad ❖ Ride the Royal Gorge Route Railroad across the famous Hanging Bridge ❖ Relive the gold mining days aboard the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad ❖ Climb 14,000 feet on the Pikes Peak Cog Railway • Visit beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park, a living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains • Tour Mesa Verde National Park with its amazing cliff dwellings, home to “the Ancient Ones,” the Anasazi Indians • Visit the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park • Drive through Garden of the Gods Park with its unique red sandstone formations • $45 in Mayflower Money • $45 in Mayflower Money
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Colorado’s Historic Trains one of the “Top Ten Most Exciting Train Journeys in the World” by the Society of American Travel Writers, this route winds through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest. The locomotives used today remain 100% coal-fired, steam-operated and are maintained in their original condition. Later, check into the Sky Ute Casino Resort where you may wish to give “Lady Luck” a try. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Mesa Verde National Park: Visit the land of the ancient Pueblo Indians in Mesa Verde National Park. The fascinating cliff dwellings and culture of these people provide you with a look into a society that existed approxi mately 1,400 years ago. Building elaborate stone commu nities, the Pueblo developed their own society that existed for some 700 years, before disappearing. Archeologists called them Anasazi, from a Navajo word translating as “the ancient ones.” Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad: Your day begins as you board the motorcoach and ride to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, the original Rio Grande Line. This is America’s most spectacular narrow gauge steam railroad. Explore 50 miles of wild and
rugged territory between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado, the highest point on the railroad. Meals: B, L
DAY 7 Royal Gorge Route Railroad and Garden of the Gods: Aboard the Royal Gorge Railroad follow the 12-mile route along the old Denver and Rio Grande Western train line. Ride through the “Grand Canyon of the Arkansas” on an unforgettable journey over the famous Hanging Bridge, which clings precariously to the steep granite walls of Royal Gorge. Then, enjoy a drive through the stunning Garden of the Gods. This 1,300 acre park reflects the rich diversity of the terrain and red sandstone formations tell a unique geological story. Meal: B
DAY 8 Cripple Creek and Pikes Peak Cog Railway: Begin the day with a ride on the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad. Scenic wonders await around every curve and this century-old steam locomotive is reminiscent of the gold mining days of the area. Then “Ride to the Clouds” aboard the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railroad in the U.S. which stretches nine miles long as it vertically climbs to almost 14,000 feet. This evening assemble for a farewell dinner, sharing memories of this unforgettable scenic rail adventure. Meals: B, D
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Royal Gorge Railroad
DAY 9 Denver and Home: Following breakfast, say
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goodbye to Colorado with a group transfer to the Denver International Airport for flights home after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
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Day One DoubleTree Hotel, Denver, Colorado Day Two Comfort Suites, Dillon, Colorado Day Three Hampton Inn, Montrose, Colorado Days Four and Five Sky Ute Casino Resort, Ignacio, Colorado Day Six Hampton Inn, Alamosa, Colorado Days Seven and Eight Radisson Hotel, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Denver. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Denver is $279, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Golden Glow Canyon, Badlands National Park
From Black Hills to Badlands featuring Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Deadwood 6 DAYS • 9 MEALS Visit South Dakota’s historic Black Hills and beautiful Badlands on one trip. See national monuments, historic towns, a multitude of wildlife and prehistoric remains all on one exciting journey. DAY 1 Arrive in South Dakota: Arrive in Rapid City and meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 Bear Country USA, Mount Rushmore and Journey Museum: Begin with a drive through Bear Country USA Wildlife Park to see the many bears, wolves and elk found here. Then visit the famed “Shrine of Democracy”, Mount Rushmore National Memorial. See the memorial, explore the museum and have an on own lunch. A visit to the Black Hills Gold Factory is always an enriching experience. Later, visit the Journey Museum where you learn about the Indian culture and heritage. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 The 1880 Train, Tatanka and Historic Deadwood: Today board the 1880 Train of the Black Hills Central Railroad for the spectacular mountain scenery found along the tracks laid in the 1880s to service the area mines. Enjoy free time for shopping in the rugged
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town of Keystone. Drive through scenic Spearfish Canyon to Tatanka: Story of the Bison, founded by Kevin Costner. Visit the Northern Plains People Center and see Dances with Wolves movie costumes. In Deadwood, visit Mount Moriah Cemetery, known as “Boot Hill,” and home to the graves of Old West legends like Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. Explore the town, see the local street shows and have dinner at the Silverado Casino. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Mammoth Site, Custer State Park and Crazy Horse Memorial: Travel to Hot Springs, home to Mammoth Site, where the fossils of 58 woolly mammoths rest. Then travel into Custer State Park, home of the nation’s largest bison herd. Enjoy lunch on your own at the State Game Lodge before climbing aboard the park’s Jeeps for a ride among the bison. At the Crazy Horse Memorial, a bus takes you to the base of the carving for an up-close view. Return to the visitor center to see the exhibits, film and enjoy an included buffet dinner. Meals: B, D
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Deadwood
Rapid City
5 Wall Crazy Horse
Custer State Park
1
Hotel Overnights Visit
Badlands National Park
Keystone
SOUTH DAKOTA
Hot Springs
Tour Route
Credit: Travel South Dakota
Drive through scenic Spearfish Canyon to Tatanka
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 9 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 4 dinners
DAY 5 Wall Drug Store and Badlands National Park:
• Round trip airport transfers
Begin at the Chapel in the Hills, a quiet retreat nestled in the Black Hills. Then stop at Wall Drug Store, a favorite watering hole since the 1930s and a unique shopping emporium featuring western clothing and Indian pottery. Enjoy time for shopping and an on own lunch. Then, a local guide takes you through Badlands National Park, a uniquely beautiful geologic area formed over millions of years by wind, rain and erosion. Later, return to Rapid City for a farewell dinner featuring the entertainment of an Indian dancer, storyteller and flute player. Meals: B, D
• Spend five nights in Rapid City, at the heart of the Black Hills
DAY 6 Travel Home: After breakfast, a group transfer to
• Drive through Spearfish Canyon to Tatanka,
the Rapid City airport is available for flights out after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
• Visit Deadwood, see Boot Hill Cemetery and
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Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza, Rapid City, South Dakota
• Drive through Bear Country Wildlife Park and
tour the Black Hills Gold Factory
• See Mount Rushmore, the world’s largest
sculpture
• Learn about Indian culture and heritage at
the Journey Museum
• Ride the Black Hills Central Railroad
1880 Train to Keystone Story of the Bison
have dinner at the Silverado Casino
• See the fossil remains of woolly mammoths at Mammoth Site
• Take a Jeep ride through Custer State Park to
see the bison herds 2021 DEPARTURES
• Travel to the base of Crazy Horse Memorial
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September 7, 14
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• Visit the Chapel of the Hills and shop at famed
June 21
$1,999
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July 26
$1,999
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August 2
$1,999
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2022 DEPARTURES
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Rapid City. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Rapid City is $239, tax included.
Wall Drug Store
• Guided tour of Badlands National Park with its
beautiful formations
• Farewell dinner featuring the entertain ment of an Indian dancer, storyteller and flute player • $30 in Mayflower Money TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Buffalo Roundup Custer State Park
The Great Buffalo Roundup of the Black Hills featuring Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Deadwood 6 DAYS • 9 MEALS Visit South Dakota’s historic Black Hills and beautiful Badlands on one trip. See national monuments, historic towns, and feel the ground rumble as cowboys bring in the state’s buffalo herd at the Great Buffalo Roundup. DAY 1 Arrive in South Dakota: Your northwesterly journey begins in Rapid City. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 Crazy Horse Memorial and Historic Deadwood: Travel this morning to the Crazy Horse Memorial where a bus takes you to the base of the carving. Return to the visitor center to see the exhibits and film. In historic Deadwood, visit Mount Moriah Cemetery, known as “Boot Hill,” home to the graves of Old West legends like Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. There will be time to explore the town, see the local street shows and enjoy an included dinner at the Silverado Casino. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 1880 Train, Mount Rushmore and Journey Museum: This morning board the 1880 Train of the
Black Hills Central Railroad for the spectacular mountain scenery found along the tracks laid in the 1880s to service
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the area mines. Enjoy free time for shopping in the rugged town of Keystone. Then pay a visit to the famed Shrine of Democracy, Mount Rushmore National Memorial. See the memorial and explore the museum. Later, take a drive through Bear Country USA Wildlife Park to see the many bears, wolves and elk found here. Return to Rapid City for an included dinner. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 The Great Buffalo Roundup and Mammoth Site: Our day starts early in Custer State Park with a pancake breakfast to get ready for the Great Buffalo Roundup. Each fall the ground rumbles and the dust flies as cowboys and park crews saddle up to bring in the thundering herd of nearly 1,300 strong. After an included lunch at the State Game Lodge, travel to Hot Springs, home to the Mammoth Site. This excavation site features the fossils of 58 woolly mammoths at the world’s largest site of its kind. Meals: B, L
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Deadwood
Rapid City
5 Wall Crazy Horse
Custer State Park
1
Hotel Overnights
Badlands National Park
Keystone
SOUTH DAKOTA
Hot Springs
Visit Tour Route
Wall Drug Store
Credit: Travel South Dakota
DAY 5 Wall Drug Store and Badlands National Park: Begin the day at the Chapel in the Hills, a quiet retreat nestled at the foot of the Black Hills. Then stop at famed Wall Drug Store, a unique shopping emporium featuring western clothing, Indian pottery and a favorite watering hole since the 1930s. Enjoy time for shopping. Then, a local guide takes you through Badlands National Park, a uniquely beautiful geologic area formed over millions of years by wind, rain and erosion. Return to Rapid City for a farewell dinner featuring the entertainment of an Indian dancer, storyteller and flute player. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Travel Home: After breakfast, a group transfer to the Rapid City airport is available for flights out after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
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September 21
• 9 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
• Spend five nights in Rapid City, at the heart of the Black HillsTravel to the base of the Crazy Horse Memorial to see the carving up close • Visit Deadwood, see Boot Hill Cemetery
and have dinner at the Silverado Casino • Ride the Black Hills Central Railroad
1880 Train to Keystone
• See Mount Rushmore, the world’s largest
sculpture
• Drive through Bear Country USA Wildlife Park • Visit the Journey Museum and enjoy a special
private dinner
• Enjoy a pancake breakfast followed by the
Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza, Rapid City, South Dakota 2021 DEPARTURE
Tour Highlights .............................................
annual Great Buffalo Roundup in Custer State Park
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$1,889
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• See the fossil remains of woolly mammoths
$1,889
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at Mammoth Site
2022 DEPARTURE September 20
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Rapid City. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Rapid City is $239, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
• Visit the Chapel in the Hills and stop at famed
Wall Drug Store
• Guided tour of Badlands National Park with
beautiful formations
• Special farewell dinner featuring the
entertainment of an Indian dancer, storyteller and flute player
• $30 in Mayflower Money
EASY ENERGETIC
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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Monument Valley
America’s Canyon Country featuring Las Vegas, Monument Valley and Four National Parks
9 DAYS •14 MEALS America’s legendary Canyon Country is highlighted on this three-state tour of the nation’s rugged majesty. Bryce Canyon, Zion and the Grand Canyon’s North Rim join the list of National Parks and Monuments that will amaze along with Vermillion Cliffs, Natural Bridges and Monument Valley.
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UTAH NEVADA
Torrey
EscalanteGrand Staircase
Zion National Park Springdale
Bryce Canyon N.P.
2
Vermilion Cliffs N.M.
Pipe Spring N.M.
1 Las Vegas
1
Capitol Reef National Park Edge of Cedars State Park Glen Canyon
1
1 Bluff
Page
Point Imperial
2
Grand Canyon National Park
Navajo National Monument
ARIZONA
Lake Powell, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
DAY 1 Arrive in Las Vegas: Arrive today in exciting Las Vegas and spend the night at the glittering “Fremont Street Experience.” You’ll have the remainder of the day at leisure for relaxation, enjoying the free entertainment presented on Fremont Street, plus time to test your luck at the gaming tables or slot machines. Meal: D
DAY 2 Pipe Spring National Monument and the North Rim: Heading into Arizona, visit the Old Mormon Fort at Pipe Spring National Monument, then continue on to the North Rim of magnificent Grand Canyon National Park, where you will spend the next two nights just steps away from one of the world’s great spectacles. Dinner awaits in the Grand Canyon Lodge dining room. Meals: B, D
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Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend one night in Las Vegas and enjoy the laser magic of the Fremont Street Experience • Visit Pipe Spring National Monument • Spend two nights inside Grand Canyon National Park at the fabulous North Rim • Explore Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim with a local guide
DAY 3 Discover the Grand Canyon, Cape Royal and Point Imperial: A full day to experience the wonders of
• Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Powell and visit Glen Canyon Dam
the Grand Canyon begins with an excursion to Cape Royal and Point Imperial, offering incomparable views of this gaping chasm, about one mile deep and ten miles across. Those who have visited the heavily-traveled South Rim will be surprised to see that the North Rim views and environment are distinctively different. You’ll have the afternoon for hiking to nearby Bright Angel Point, ranger-conducted programs or simply relaxing. Meal: B
• Visits to Natural Bridges National Monument and Capitol Reef National Park
DAY 4 Vermilion Cliffs and Lake Powell Cruise: A scenic drive along Vermilion Cliffs National Monument brings you to the impressive Colorado River Gorge at Navajo Bridge. Near Page this afternoon, visit massive Glen Canyon Dam before a “Canyons Adventure” cruise on sky-blue Lake Powell through Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Meals: B, D
• Visit Monument Valley with an included traditional Navajo lunch and guided four-wheel-drive Jeep tour
• Touring in Bryce Canyon National Park to see the multi-hued spires and cliffs set inside a natural amphitheater • Travel Utah’s scenic Highway 12 through Escalante Grand Staircase National Monument • Spend two nights in Springdale, Utah just outside the entrance to Zion National Park • Embark on a narrated tour of Zion National Park with its sheer cliffs and painted sandstone walls • $45 in Mayflower Money
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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America’s Canyon Country DAY 5 Monument Valley Jeep Tour: This morning visit Navajo National Monument to view the Betatakin Ruin. Later, continue on to incredible Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where numerous Western movies, television shows and commercials have been filmed. A traditional Navajo lunch and Navajo-guided, four-wheel drive tour are included in your visit. En route to Bluff, Utah, pause at Goosenecks State Park for stunning views of the San Juan River Canyons. Dinner tonight is at the Cottonwood Steak House. Meals: L, D
DAY 6 Natural Bridges and Capitol Reef National Park: After a visit to the Puebloan ruins at Edge of the Cedars State Park, comes sightseeing and a picnic lunch at Natural Bridges National Monument, home to three mighty stone bridges, viewable from convenient overlooks. An afternoon scenic drive brings you to impressive Capitol Reef National Park, where white sandstone “domes” cap massive reef-like cliffs. Spend the night in Torrey. Meals: B, L
Capitol Reef National Park
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DAY 7 Escalante-Grand Staircase and Bryce Canyon National Park: A memorable day begins on Utah’s incredible Highway 12 Scenic Byway, winding through spectacular Escalante-Grand Staircase National Monument. Reaching the famed “Pink Cliffs” of Bryce Canyon National Park, follow the Rim Drive to view vividly-colored, fantastic rock forms approximating castles, temples, even whole cities sculptured in stone! Later, you’ll motor through the slickrock canyons and historic tunnel of Zion National Park to the hotel in Springdale. Meal: B
DAY 8 Zion National Park: Today features awe-inspiring Zion National Park, where the Virgin River has cut a dramatic rugged gorge through multi-hued sandstone, shale and limestone. Look up at the towering rock walls surrounding you on all sides as you tour this incredible natural wonder aboard open-air sightseeing trams, plus enjoy time for exploring on your own or shopping in picturesque Springdale. Meals: B, D
Bryce Canyon National Park
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North Rim of the Grand Canyon
DAY 9 Homeward Bound: This morning, leave Utah and travel through the Virgin River Gorge en route to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport for flights home departing after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada Days Two and Three Grand Canyon Lodges, Grand Canyon, Arizona Day Four Lake Powell Resort, Page, Arizona Day Five Desert Rose Inn, Bluff, Utah Day Six Capitol Reef Resort, Torrey, Utah Days Seven and Eight Holiday Inn Express, Springdale, Utah
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June 24
$3,199
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September 16, 23, 30
$3,199
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Las Vegas. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Las Vegas is $109, tax included.
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Arches National Park
NEW TOUR
National Parks of the Southwest featuring Arches, Zion and the Grand Canyon’s North Rim 9 DAYS • 15 MEALS On a single holiday the beauty of the Southwest’s National Parks come alive. From delicate stone arches and beautiful, multi-colored canyons to towering stone monoliths and crystal-clear lakes, this journey is a delight to behold. Enjoy the relaxation of a float trip and the excitement of the nation’s entertainment center.
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Hotel Overnights
1 Salt Lake City
Visit Tour Route
Arches National Park
UTAH
Zion National Park
NEVADA Las Vegas
1
Springdale
See the beautiful landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park
DAY 1 Arrive in Utah: Welcome to Salt Lake City, Utah. With flights arriving from across the country, meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 Salt Lake City and Dead Horse Point State Park: Enjoy a panoramic tour of Salt Lake City, founded by Mormon settlers more than 150 years ago. Then, venture into Dead Horse Point State Park with its amazing views of the Colorado River as it snakes its way through massive sandstone walls and colorful canyons. Continue to your hotel in Moab. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Arches National Park and Colorado River Float Trip: Arches National Park contains the largest concentration of stone arches in the world. A local guide shows you the massive sandstone arches and describes the culture of those that have occupied the region. Enjoy lunch before boarding a raft for a float trip on the Colorado River where your oarsman relates tales of the Fisher Towers and Professor Valley. Meals: B, L
DAY 4 Monument Valley Jeep Tour: After a visit to the Puebloan ruins at Edge of the Cedars State Park, come to the incredible Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where numerous Western movies, television shows and commercials have been filmed. A traditional Navajo lunch and Navajo-guided, four-wheel drive tour are included in your visit. En route to Page, make a stop at Navajo National Monument to view the Betatakin Ruin. Meals: B, L
2
Page
Vermilion Cliffs National Monument Grand Canyon National Park
2 Moab
Edge of the Cedars State Park
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
ARIZONA
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 15 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Panoramic tour of Salt Lake City, founded by Mormons more than 150 years ago • Visit Dead Horse Point State Park • Spend two nights in Moab at the heart of Utah’s canyon country • Tour Arches National Park with a local guide and embark on a scenic float trip along the Colorado River • Visit Monument Valley with included traditional Navajo lunch and guided four-wheel-drive jeep tour • Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Powell, visit Glen Canyon Dam and drive along Vermillion Cliffs National Monument • Explore Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim with a local guide • Spend two nights in Springdale, Utah, outside the entrance to Zion National Park • Touring in Bryce Canyon National Park to see the multi-hued spires and cliffs set inside a natural amphitheater • Embark on a narrated tour of Zion National Park with its sheer cliffs and painted sandstone walls • Drive through Valley of Fire State Park and view Hoover Dam from the O’Callaghan-Tillman Memorial Bridge • Spend one night in Las Vegas, take a panoramic tour of the strip and enjoy this exciting city • $45 in Mayflower Money
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Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
2
Valley of Fire State Park
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Dead Horse Point State Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
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National Parks of the Southwest DAY 5 Vermilion Cliffs and Lake Powell Cruise: A morning scenic drive along Vermilion Cliffs National Monument brings you to the impressive Colorado River Gorge at Navajo Bridge. Near Page this afternoon, you’ll visit the massive Glen Canyon Dam before a “Canyons Adventure” cruise on sky-blue Lake Powell through Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Dinner tonight is at the resort. Meals: B, D DAY 6 Discover the Grand Canyon and Cape Royal and Point Imperial: Depart Page to experience the wonders of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim. Begin with an excursion to Cape Royal and Point Imperial, offering incomparable views of this gaping chasm, about one mile deep and ten miles across. Those who have visited the heavily-traveled South
Rim will be surprised to see that the views and environment are distinctively different here. Take in the Canyon’s unique beauty before departing for Springdale. Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks: Begin the day with a drive to the famed “Pink Cliffs” of Bryce Canyon National Park. Follow the Rim Drive to view the vividly colored, fantastic rock formations approximating castles, temples and even whole cities sculptured in stone! Later, return to Springdale and Zion National Park, where the Virgin River has cut a dramatic rugged gorge through multi hued sandstone, shale and limestone. Admire the towering rock walls surrounding you while touring aboard an open-air sightseeing tram. Meals: B, D
Grand Canyon’s North Rim aglow in the mid-day sun
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Zion National Park
DAY 8 Valley of Fire and Las Vegas: Cross into Nevada this morning and take the scenic drive through beautiful Valley of Fire State Park. Continue through the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and make a stop at the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge for a remarkable view of massive Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. In Las Vegas, a guide joins you for a tour of the city’s famous “strip” to see its collection of resorts. After your farewell dinner, enjoy the excitement and energy in glittering Las Vegas. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Homeward Bound: Your tour ends with a group transfer to the Las Vegas McCarren International Airport at 9:00 a.m. for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
PER PERSON TWIN
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June 26
2022 DEPARTURES
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July 17
$2,999
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August 7
$2,999
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September 18, 25
$2,999
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Salt Lake City and from Las Vegas. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Salt Lake City is $179 and in Las Vegas is $159, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Radisson Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah Days Two and Three Fairfield Inn, Moab, Utah Days Four and Five Lake Powell Resort, Page, Arizona Days Six and Seven Holiday Inn Express, Springdale, Utah Day Eight Treasure Island, Las Vegas, Nevada
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Mount Rushmore
FREE
AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mount Rushmore featuring Deadwood, Jackson Hole and the Black Hills 10 DAYS • 15 MEALS Come explore Yellowstone National Park and witness its natural wonders like Old Faithful. See the Grand Teton Mountains and be amazed at the majestic Mount Rushmore in the heart of the Black Hills. Tour historic mining towns and take a leisurely float trip on the scenic Snake River.
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Yellowstone National Park
Sheridan
2 Cody
Jackson Hole
2
SOUTH DAKOTA Devils Tower
1
Deadwood
Grand Teton National Park
2 Rapid City
WYOMING 1 Salt Lake City
UTAH
1
1 Denver
COLORADO
Hotel Overnights Visit
Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming
Tour Route
DAY 1 Arrive in Colorado: Begin your Western frontier adventure as you gather in Denver, Colorado. Meet your Tour Manager in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Travel to South Dakota and Mount Rushmore: Travel through Wyoming into South Dakota. Arrive at the epic Mount Rushmore National Memorial where four of the nation’s noted Presidents are immortalized. See the monument, enjoy dinner and experience the inspiring lighting ceremony. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Black Hills Touring and Custer State Park Jeep Ride: Begin the day with an exciting open-air jeep ride through Custer State Park. Enjoy the interesting sights and colorful commentary of our driver/guides on your ride through the park in search of the country’s largest herd of American bison. Next visit the colossal Crazy Horse Memorial, which will be 563 feet high and 641 feet long when completed! Meal: B
DAY 4 Deadwood Touring and Devils Tower: The town of Deadwood was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1967 and preserves the history and legends of the Wild West from its beginnings as a mining town. A brief tour of the town takes you along the same streets walked by Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Also visit Boot Hill, the final resting place of some of Deadwood’s famous citizens. Crossing into Wyoming today, come to Devils Tower National Monument. Towering 1,267 feet above Belle Fourche River, this looming monolith served as the backdrop for the classic Steven Spielberg film Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Meals: B, D
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 15 Meals: 9 breakfasts and 6 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial, the largest statue monument in the world • Take an exciting open-air Jeep tour through Custer State Park to view the herds of American bison • Black Hills touring including Crazy Horse Memorial, the largest statue in the world • Tour the historic town of Deadwood including legendary Boot Hill Cemetery • Visit awe-inspiring Devils Tower National Monument • Tour the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody • Spend two nights in Yellowstone National Park, America’s first national park and home to famed geyser, Old Faithful • Snake River float trip through Grand Teton National Park • Spend two nights in Jackson Hole and enjoy dinner and entertainment at the Bar J Chuckwagon Supper and Western Show • Attend the Jackson Rodeo (seasonal – Memorial Day through Labor Day) or the Jackson Hole Playhouse • Salt Lake City touring including Temple Square • $50 in Mayflower Money
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Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mount Rushmore DAY 5 Cody and Buffalo Bill Territory: Today, travel
DAY 7 Old Faithful and Grand Teton National Park:
across the expansive Bighorn Mountains, where cowboys still graze their flocks of sheep and herds of cattle as in days of the Old West. As legendary as the sweeping plains and towering mountains of the Old West were, so were the grand personalities that became drawn to the frontier. At the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, you’ll encounter some of these historic figures, including Bill himself, the renowned sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Indian chief Sitting Bull before arriving in Yellowstone National Park. Meal: B
Continuing your tour of Yellowstone National Park, head for storied Old Faithful geyser, named for its regular eruptions about every 80 to 90 minutes for some 150 years. Next, traveling along Rockefeller Memorial Parkway into magnificent Grand Teton National Park, drive alongside lovely Jackson and Jenny Lakes, visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, while, of course enjoying splendid views of the rugged, towering Tetons along the way. Tonight the dinner bell will call you to the Bar J Chuckwagon for an evening of song, stories, entertainment and authentic cowboy chow. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Full Day in Yellowstone National Park: A full day of sightseeing in Yellowstone, the nation’s first national park, features outstanding natural spectacles including renowned geysers and thermal basins. Your tour begins with the awesome 1,200-foot-deep Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, including views from Inspiration and Lookout Points. Next, you’ll travel through Dunraven Pass and Tower Junction to the terraced formations of Mammoth Hot Springs. Finally, explore Norris Geyser Basin, filled with an incredible variety of steam vents, mud pots, geysers, and hot springs, before returning to your park lodge for dinner this evening. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Scenic Float Trip and Jackson Hole: The spectacular vistas of the Grand Teton mountains offer a thrilling view from the white waters of the Snake River during a delightful floating trip. With its wooden board walks and unique antler-horn arches, downtown Jackson Hole brings the Old West to life. During the summer, catch local cowpokes in action at the Jackson Hole Rodeo, or after Labor Day, enjoy a show at the Jackson Hole Playhouse. Meal: B
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
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Old Faithful geyser eruption in Yellowstone National Park
DAY 9 Salt Lake City: Take a step back in time as you explore Salt Lake City’s historic Temple Square and walk in the footsteps of the Mormon settlers who founded this city more than 150 years ago. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
2021 DEPARTURES
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SINGLE ROOM
June 16
$3,999
add $1,669
July 21
$3,999
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August 4, 11
$3,999
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September 8, 15
$3,999
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2022 DEPARTURES
DAY 10 Travel Home: After breakfast transfer to the
June 15
$4,099
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Salt Lake City International Airport for flights home anytime today. Meal: B
July 20
$4,099
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August 17
$4,099
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September 7, 21
$4,099
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.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One DoubleTree Hotel, Denver, Colorado Days Two and Three Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza, Rapid City, South Dakota Day Four Holiday Inn, Sheridan, Wyoming Days Five and Six Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Days Seven and Eight Antler Inn, Jackson, Wyoming Day Nine DoubleTree Hotel or Radisson Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah
FREE AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to Denver and from Salt Lake City. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Denver is $299 and in Salt Lake City is $249, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Upper Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park
NEW TOUR
FREE
AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Yellowstone and Jackson Hole featuring Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole
7 DAYS • 10 MEALS The beauty of Yellowstone National Park comes to life with the natural wonders Old Faithful, Tower Junction and Mammoth Hot Springs. Tour scenic Grand Teton National Park, take a scenic float trip on the Snake River and discover treasures of the Old West in historic Jackson Hole. DAY 1: Arrive in Salt Lake City: Begin your Yellowstone and Jackson adventure as you gather in Salt Lake City. Meet your Tour Manager in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Travel to Yellowstone National Park: Travel north from Salt Lake today and into Idaho, the Gem State, to West Yellowstone. Entering Yellowstone through the west gate, you will get your first glimpse of the park’s geothermal wonders and beauty en route to your lodging. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Full Day in Yellowstone National Park: A full day of sightseeing in Yellowstone, the nation’s first national park, features outstanding natural spectacles including renowned geysers and thermal basins. Your tour begins with the awesome 1,200-foot deep Grand Canyon of
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Yellowstone, including views from Inspiration and Lookout Points. Next, you’ll travel through Dunraven Pass and Tower Junction to the terraced formations of Mammoth Hot Springs. Finally, explore Norris Geyser Basin, filled with an incredible variety of steam vents, mud pots, geysers, and hot springs, before returning to your park lodge. Meal: B
DAY 4 Old Faithful and Grand Teton National Park: Continuing your tour of Yellowstone National Park, head for storied Old Faithful geyser, named for its regular eruptions about every 80 to 90 minutes for some 150 years. Next, traveling along Rockefeller Memorial Parkway into magnificent Grand Teton National Park, drive alongside lovely Jackson and Jenny Lakes, visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, while, of course, enjoying splendid views of the rugged, towering Tetons along the way. Tonight, the dinner bell will call you to
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Yellowstone 2 National Park
Grand Teton National Park
IDAHO
2 Jackson
WYOMING
2 Salt Lake City
UTAH Bald eagle, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
1
Hotel Overnights Visit
the Bar J Chuckwagon for an evening of song, stories, entertainment and authentic cowboy chow. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Scenic Float Trip and Jackson Hole: The spectacular vistas of the Grand Teton Mountains offer a thrilling view from the white waters of the Snake River during a delightful floating trip. With its wooden boardwalks and unique antler-horn arches, downtown Jackson Hole brings the Old West to life. During the summer, catch local cowpokes in action at the Jackson Hole Rodeo, or after Labor Day, enjoy a show at the Jackson Hole Playhouse. Meal: B
DAY 6 Salt Lake City: Travel back to Salt Lake City today. Take a step back in time as you explore Salt Lake City’s historic Temple Square and walk in the footsteps of the Mormon settlers who founded this city more than 150 years ago. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D DAY 7 Travel Home: After breakfast transfer to the Salt Lake City International Airport for flights home anytime today. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Six Hampton Inn, Salt Lake City, Utah Days Two and Three Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Days Four and Five Antler Inn, Jackson, Wyoming
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 10 Meals: 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Travel through scenic Idaho, the Gem State • Spend two nights in Yellowstone National Park • Full day narrated tour of Yellowstone National Park to see the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Inspiration Point, Tower Junction and Mammoth Hot Springs • See America’s first national park’s famed geyser, Old Faithful • Enjoy a Snake River float trip through Grand Teton National Park • Spend two nights in Jackson Hole • Delicious dinner and lively entertainment at the Bar J Chuckwagon Supper and Western Show • Attend the Jackson Rodeo (seasonal – Memorial Day through Labor Day) or the Jackson Hole Playhouse • Salt Lake City touring including Temple Square • $35 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES
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$2,999
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September 25
$2,999
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July 6
$2,999
add $1,239
September 14
$2,999
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2022 DEPARTURES
FREE AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to and from Salt Lake City. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Salt Lake City is $249, tax included.
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Arches National Park, Moab, Utah
Colorful Canyons and Beautiful Balloons featuring Six National Parks and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta 12 DAYS • 17 MEALS This holiday is the perfect blend of the beauty of the Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque and the amazing National Parks in the Southwest. Explore six National Parks on this incredible journey, enjoy a float trip on the Colorado River, and take a scenic cruise on Lake Powell.
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Salt Lake City
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UTAH Capitol Reef National Park
2 Moab Dead Horse Point State Park
Escalante-Grand Staircase Zion National Park
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Springdale
Grand Canyon South Rim
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2 Page
ARIZONA 1
Hotel Overnights
Arches National Park
Flagstaff
NEW MEXICO
Petrified Forest National Park
Visit
Bryce Canyon National Park
DAY 1 Arrive in Utah: Welcome to Salt Lake City, Utah. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for dinner with your traveling companions. Meal: D
DAY 2 Salt Lake City and Dead Horse Point State Park: Enjoy a panoramic tour of Salt Lake City, founded by Mormon settlers more than 150 years ago. Then, venture into Dead Horse Point State Park with its amazing views of the Colorado River as it snakes its way through massive sandstone walls and colorful canyons, mesas and buttes of the area. Later, continue to Moab and your hotel. Meal: B
DAY 3 Arches National Park and Colorado River Float Trip: Arches National Park contains the largest concentration of stone arches in the world. A local guide shows you the massive sandstone arches and describes the culture of those that have occupied the region. Enjoy lunch before boarding a raft for a float trip on the Colorado River. During the leisurely ride your oarsman will tell tales of the area as you explore river passages with names like Fisher Towers and Professor Valley. Meals: B, L
Sandia Peak
Albuquerque
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 17 Meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Visit Dead Horse Point State Park • Spend two nights in Moab and spend two nights in Utah’s canyon country • Tour Arches National Park with a local guide and embark on a scenic float trip with a picnic lunch along the Colorado River • Travel through Escalante-Grand Staircase National Monument and visit Capitol Reef National Park • Touring in Bryce Canyon National Park • Embark on a narrated tour of Zion National Park • Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Powell • Explore Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim • Drive through the Petrified Forest National Park and see the Painted Desert • Enjoy the Balloon Fiesta including the evening Balloon Glow and spectacular fireworks display
DAY 4 Capitol Reef National Park and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument: A morning
• Marvel at the “Mass Ascension” of the balloons above Albuquerque in a display of sight and sound
scenic drive brings you to impressive Capitol Reef National Park, where white sandstone “domes” cap massive reef-like cliffs. Then, travel along Utah’s incredible Highway 12 Scenic Byway as you wind your way through spectacular Escalante-Grand Staircase National Monument. Meal: B
• Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and ride the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway in the Cibola National Forest • $60 in Mayflower Mone
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Colorful Canyons and Beautiful Balloons DAY 5 Bryce Canyon National Park: Today, visit Bryce Canyon National Park with spectacular views of the cavernous canyons. The Park is named for just one of the many canyons that form a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. Erosion has carved colorful limestone into thousands of spires, arches and mazes. Meals: B, D DAY 6 Zion National Park and Lake Powell Cruise: Today’s sightseeing features awe-inspiring Zion National Park, where the Virgin River has cut a dramatic rugged gorge through multi-hued sandstone, shale and limestone. Look up at the towering rock walls surrounding this incredible natural wonder aboard open-air sightseeing trams. This afternoon, take a boat tour on sky-blue Lake Powell. Dinner tonight is in the Rainbow Room at the Lake Powell Resort. Meal: B
Balloon mass ascension, Albuquerque
Credit: Eric Ward /Flickr
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DAY 7 Glen Canyon Dam and Navajo Bridge: Touring today includes a visit to the 710-feet high Glen Canyon Dam followed by a scenic drive along Vermilion Cliffs National Monument to see the impressive Colorado River Gorge at Navajo Bridge. Meals: B, D DAY 8 Grand Canyon South Rim: Entering through the east gate, arrive at Grand Canyon National Park’s amazing south rim. World-renowned for its remarkable beauty and diverse range of rock layers, the Grand Canyon offers visitors an unmatched display of scenic wonders and breathtaking views. Meal: B DAY 9 Petrified Forest National Park and Painted Desert: Drive through one of the world’s largest concentrations of petrified wood at Petrified Forest National Park and see the multi-hued badlands of the Painted Desert. Meals: B, D
Antelope Canyon cruise on Lake Powell
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Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
DAY 10 Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension and Evening Balloon Glow: It’s an early start today at the Fiesta Grounds for the “mass ascension” of over 600 specially shaped balloons as they lift off at sunrise. Later a local guide joins you for a tour of Albuquerque to learn about the history of the area. Just before dusk, the burners of nearly 500 balloons are ignited and the evening sky fills with a kaleidoscope of brilliant, luminous color at the Balloon Glow, followed by a vivid fireworks display. Meal: B
DAY 11 Balloon Mass Ascension and Sandia Peak: The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center was designed to preserve and perpetuate Pueblo culture and features original artwork, exhibits and theater presenting the accomplishments of the people of New Mexico. Later, take a thrilling ride aboard the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for incredible views of the Rio Grande Valley. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner at Sandiago’s Restaurant. Meals: B, D
DAY 12 Depart for Home: Transfer to Albuquerque’s Sunport Airport for flights home departing after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Radisson Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah Days Two and Three La Quinta Inn, Moab, Utah Day Four Best Western Ruby’s Inn, Bryce Canyon City, Utah Day Five La Quinta Inn, Springdale, Utah Days Six and Seven Lake Powell Resort, Page, Arizona Day Eight La Quinta Inn, Flagstaff, Arizona Days Nine through Eleven Hampton Inn, Albuquerque, New Mexico 2021 DEPARTURES September 23, 29
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2022 DEPARTURES September 22, 28
Call for air rates from your city to Salt Lake City and from Albuquerque. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Salt Lake City is $259 and in Albuquerque is $289, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Fiesta Park in Albuquerque
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta featuring Santa Fe and Pecos National Historic Park 6 DAYS • 8 MEALS Dazzling during the day, the spectacle of hundreds of hot air balloons is even better when they light up at dawn and dusk. See these amazing displays, explore early Pueblo life and enjoy the artists of Santa Fe. DAY 1 Arrive in Albuquerque: Each October, the skies of New Mexico are painted with hundreds of balloons as they lift off from Fiesta Park. This evening, join your Tour Manager for an orientation at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Albuquerque City Tour and Balloon Glow: Today, enjoy a city tour and explore the history of Albuquerque. Get ready for a real treat this evening at the Balloon Glow event. Just before dusk, the burners of nearly 500 balloons are ignited and the evening sky fills with a kaleidoscope of brilliant, luminous color. Top off the evening with a vivid fireworks display. Meal: B
DAY 3 The Balloon Fiesta and Private Dinner: Depart very early for Fiesta Park. Founded in 1972, the Fiesta began with 13 balloons and has grown to more than 600 balloons from all over the world. View the “mass ascension” of these specially shaped balloons as they lift off at sunrise. There is free time today to explore Old Town. Tonight, head to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
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for a private tour followed by dinner and an exclusive live performance of a Native American dance troupe in the Center. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Santa Fe Touring: A local Guide joins you for a walking tour of historic Santa Fe. Visit the Loretto Chapel, whose staircase in a marvel of architectural ingenuity. For shoppers, Governor’s Plaza will provide a variety of shops and artist studios. Meal: B DAY 5 Pecos National Historic Park: Travel east of Santa Fe to visit Pecos National Historic Park, which features the ruins of Pecos Pueblo and Mission. Pecos is the site of the westernmost battle of the Civil War, the Battle of Glorieta Pass that was fought March 26-28, 1862. Tonight, enjoy dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Depart for Home: A group transfer takes you to Albuquerque’s Sunport Airport for flights home departing after 12:00pm. Meal: B
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NEW MEXICO Santa Fe
2 Pecos National Historic Park
3
Albuquerque
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Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 8 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in historic Albuquerque, a city rich in Native American Culture • Guided sightseeing tour of Albuquerque including historic Old Town, a maze of cobbled courtyards hidden patios and numerous galleries and shops
Pueblo ruins at Pecos National Historic Park
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three Best Western Rio Grande Inn, Albuquerque, New Mexico Days Four and Five Hilton Buffalo Thunder, Santa Fe, New Mexico 2021 DEPARTURES
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SINGLE ROOM
$1,799
add $709
September 30
$1,849
add $719
October 7
$1,849
add $719
October 1, 8 2022 DEPARTURES
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Albuquerque.
• Be amazed as all balloons fire their burners filling them with light at the evening Balloon Glow, followed by a spectacular evening fireworks display • Marvel at the “Mass Ascension” of the balloons and watch as the sky above Albuquerque fills with color in a spectacular display of sight and sound • Private tour of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center with dinner and exclusive live performance of a Native American dance troupe • Spend two nights in Santa Fe, nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the foothills of the Rockies • Visit Pecos National Historic Park, site of the westernmost battle of the Civil War • Embark on a walking tour of Santa Fe including Governor’s Plaza, San Miguel Mission and Loretto Chapel with its miraculous staircase • $30 in Mayflower Money
Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Albuquerque is $259, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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Cheyenne Frontier Days parade
Cheyenne Frontier Days 125th Anniversary
featuring Yellowstone National Park and the Cody Nite Rodeo 9 DAYS • 15 MEALS Come explore the Wonders of Wyoming, from the 125th Anniversary of the
Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration and Cody Nite Rodeo to the majesty that is Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. DAY 1 Arrive in Denver: Welcome to Denver. Meet your Tour Manager and fellow travelers at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo and The Cheyenne Little Theatre Players: Arrive in Cheyenne in the midst of their annual Frontier Days, the “World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration.” Take a “Behind the Chutes Tour” with reserved seats at Cheyenne’s world-class rodeo. Tonight, you are treated to dinner followed by lively entertainment with the Cheyenne Little Theatre Players. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Cheyenne Trolley Tour and Terry Bison Ranch: Attend the annual Pancake Breakfast where over 100,000 flapjacks are served every year. Then, the Cheyenne Trolley gives you a narrated tour to see the historic Depot Buildings and numerous local landmarks. During your
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free time in downtown enjoy music in the depot plaza or pop into the famed Outlaw Saloon. Tonight, you’ll head to Terry Bison Ranch Resort for a train ride and tasty dinner served up Western style. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center and Dornan’s Resort: Stop at the National Bighorn Interpretive Center to learn about these fascinating creatures which live in the nearby mountains. Dinner tonight is at Dornan’s Resort on the banks of the Snake River. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Scenic Float Trip and Jackson Hole: The spectacular vistas of the Grand Teton Mountains offer a thrilling view from the clear waters of the Snake River during a delightful floating trip. With its wooden boardwalks and unique antler-horn arches, downtown Jackson Hole brings the Old West to life. Meals: B, L
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MONTANA Billings
Yellowstone National Park
2
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
2 Cody
Grand Teton National Park Jackson Hole
1
Dubois
WYOMING Cheyenne
1
COLORADO
Hotel Overnights Visit
See the bison herd from your train ride at the Terry Bison Ranch Resort
DAY 6 Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks: In Grand Teton National Park, visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration before coming to Yellowstone National Park. Stops at storied Old Faithful geyser, Norris Geyser Basin and the 1,200-footdeep Grand Canyon of Yellowstone are on the agenda. Then, continue to your hotel in Cody. Meal: B
DAY 7 Buffalo Bill Center and the Cody Nite Rodeo: At the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center learn about the internment of the Japanese-Americans during WWII. The Buffalo Bill Historical Center shows you some of the West’s historic figures including sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Indian Chief Sitting Bull. Also enjoy dinner and live western show at the Cody Cattle Company. Tonight, all roads lead to the Cody Nite Rodeo for an evening of barrel racing, bull riding and saddle bronc riding. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument: In Montana, stop at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, memorializing the U.S. Army’s 7th Cavalry’s battle with Sioux and Cheyenne warriors in 1876. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner, sharing memories with new-found friends. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Travel Home: Say goodbye to the West with a transfer to the Billings Logan International Airport for flights home. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One DoubleTree Hotel, Denver, Colorado Days Two and Three Red Lion Hotel, Cheyenne, Wyoming Days Four and Five 49er Inn and Suites, Jackson Hole, Wyoming Days Six and Seven Holiday Inn, Cody, Wyoming Day Eight Hampton Inn, Billings, Montana TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
Denver
Tour Route
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Tour Highlights .............................................
• 15 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Cheyenne, Wyoming, during the height of “Cheyenne Frontier Days” Celebration • Take a “Behind the Chutes Tour” followed by reserved seats to Cheyenne’s world-class rodeo • Enjoy dinner in Cheyenne and lively entertainment with the Cheyenne Little Theatre Players • Pancake Breakfast and trolley tour of Cheyenne’s historic sites • Visit the Terry Bison Ranch Resort for a tasty dinner and train ride • Visit the National Bighorn Interpretive Center Spend two nights in both Jackson Hole and Cody, Wyoming • Delightful float trip on the scenic Snake River • Free time in Jackson for shopping and relaxing Yellowstone National Park touring featuring Old Faithful Geyser, Norris Geyser Basin and Grand Canyon of Yellowstone • Visit the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center Tour the Buffalo Bill Historical Center and enjoy dinner and live western show at the Cody Cattle Company • Reserved seats to the Cody Nite Rodeo Visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument • $45 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURE Juy 26
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$3,099
add $1,519
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Denver and from Billings. Rooms before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Denver is $269, and in Billings is $239 tax included.
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Chicago Cubs Spring Training game
2 FOR 1 AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Chicago Cubs Spring Training featuring Three Spring Training Games 6 DAYS • 8 MEALS What could be better than cheering on your favorite ball team, The Cubs, under the warm desert sunshine for three exciting spring training games? Get a head start on the baseball season with your Chicago Cubs at the Cactus League in Arizona. DAY 1 Travel to Arizona: Depart for the Phoenix Valley today, home to Major League Baseball’s spring training Cactus League. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. and get you know your fellow Cubbies fans at a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Phoenix Sightseeing and Chicago Cubs Spring Training Game: Arizona is home to the Major League Desert League and the air is filled with excitement in anticipation of another baseball season. Begin the day with a sightseeing tour of Phoenix with a local guide. Get acquainted with your surroundings before heading to the ball park for the first of three spring training games where the Chicago Cubs are fan favorites. Meal: B
DAY 3 Another Chicago Cubs Spring Training Game and Rustler’s Rooste Steakhouse: Begin the day with some free time in Scottsdale as you visit Historic Old Town for shopping and an on own lunch. Then, head to
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the ball park again for another fun-filled spring training game featuring your Chicago Cubs. In the evening, you head to Rustler’s Rooste Steakhouse where a total cowboy western experience awaits. A delicious dinner, live entertainment and unlimited drinks are the order of the night. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Full Day Trip to Tucson: Depart Phoenix this morning into the Sonoran Desert to scenic Tucson. Begin with a leisurely drive through Saguaro National Park to see these amazing giants of the cactus world. Later, a visit to the Pima Air & Space Museum is planned. Here, nearly 300 historical aircrafts from the Wright Flyer to a 787 Dreamliner are on display. You also pay a visit to Mission San Xavier del Bac, the 17th-century Spanish mission known as “The White Dove of the Desert,” with its imposing dome, lofty towers and graceful spires. Then, return to Phoenix. Meal: B
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Superstition Mountains
DAY 5 Dolly Steamboat Cruise and Final Chicago Cubs Spring Training Game: Begin the day with a journey to spectacular Canyon Lake, nestled in the heart of the Superstition Mountains. Here, board the Dolly Steamboat for a narrated scenic nature cruise. Be on the lookout for majestic desert big horn sheep, bald eagles and a host of other wildlife, water fowl and birds. Then, be on hand to cheer your Cubbies on to victory at another Spring Training game. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Travel Home: After breakfast a group transfer takes you to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS DoubleTree Hotel, Tempe, Arizona Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Tempe is $259, tax included. *Please note, order of activities are subject to change pending the 2021 Spring Training schedule. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 8 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend five nights in Phoenix, Arizona, the heart of MLB’s Cactus League • See three Spring training baseball games from reserved seats featuring your Chicago Cubs • Free time to visit historic Old Town Scottsdale • Enjoy dinner with drinks at Rustler’s Rooste Steakhouse • Narrated sightseeing tour of Phoenix with a local guide • Leisurely cruise on Canyon Lake aboard the Dolly Steamboat • Full day trip to Tucson including drive through Saguaro National Park • Visit the Pima Air & Space Museum featuring nearly 300 aircraft and home to the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame • $30 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES March 7, 14
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2022 DEPARTURE March 6
2 FOR 1 AIRFARE from major U.S. cities when booked by September 30, 2020. Call for air schedules from your city to and from Phoenix.
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Sedona’s Red Rocks
Sedona’s Red Rocks and The Grand Canyon featuring Two Historic Rail Journeys 6 DAYS • 8 MEALS Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the southwest, take a ride on two of Arizona’s scenic railways, experience the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, visit an old mining town and explore Montezuma Castle National Monument. DAY 1 Arrive in Arizona: Your Arizona adventure begins as you arrive in Phoenix and are transferred to your hotel. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and traveling companions at 6:00 p.m. for a transfer to Rustler’s Rooste Steakhouse where a total cowboy western experience awaits. A delicious dinner, live entertainment and unlimited drinks are the order of the night. Meal: D
DAY 2 Montezuma Castle and Sedona Trolley Tour: This morning, visit Montezuma Castle National Monument, an ancient five-story Indian dwelling carved out of a great limestone cliff. In Sedona, your narrated trolley tour visits the south side of town, highlighted by Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Gallery Row and a stop at the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross. Meal: B
DAY 3 Grand Canyon National Park and Railway: Travel to Grand Canyon National Park aboard the vintage Grand Canyon Railway and watch the ever-changing
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terrain, from high desert to prairie to pine. You will have ample time to explore Grand Canyon Village or use the park’s free shuttle system for breathtaking views. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Sedona at Leisure: Sedona, an artist community, is set amongst the red-hued rocks of Oak Creek Canyon. Its breathtaking beauty fills the senses and soothes the soul. Today has been reserved as a day of leisure. Sit back, relax and enjoy the warmth of the Arizona sun, explore the eclectic art galleries and craft shops, or take an optional guided jeep tour through the Sedona backcountry. Meal: B DAY 5 Verde Canyon Railroad: This morning, stop in Jerome, an old mining town and melting pot for those who dreamed of making a quick fortune. Once virtually a ghost town, it is now restored with shops, museums and art. Later, climb aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for
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Grand Canyon Railway
Grand Canyon National Park
Williams Oak Creek Canyon
Perkinsville
4 Sedona Verde Canyon Railroad
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Jerome
ARIZONA
Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route
Phoenix
1
Scottsdale
Train Route
Journey aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 8 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
a spectacular journey over old-fashioned trestles, past ancient Indian ruins and through a 700-foot tunnel. Enjoy the views from the comfort of your First Class seat or from one of the open-air viewing cars. Watch for wildflowers, blooming cacti and wildlife in their natural habitat. Tonight, chow down with a chuckwagon supper at the “Blazin’ M Ranch” and Western Stage Show.
• Spend one night in Scottsdale and enjoy a welcome dinner with drinks at Rustler’s Rooste Steakhouse • Experience two of Arizona’s scenic rail excursions • Ride the Grand Canyon Railway to the edge of the awesome Grand Canyon
Meals: B, D
• Journey through Verde Canyon in first class comfort aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad
DAY 6 Travel Home: Your Arizona adventure comes to a
• Spend four nights in Sedona, at the heart of Red Rock Country
close today with a group transfer to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
2021 DEPARTURES
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April 18
$1,999
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May 16
$1,999
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September 19, 26
$1,999
add $829
October 17
$1,999
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April 24
$1,999
add $829
May 15
$1,999
add $829
September 18, 25
$1,999
add $829
October 16
$1,999
add $829
2022 DEPARTURES
Call for rates and schedules from your city to and from Phoenix. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Scottsdale is $179, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
• Experience the breathtaking beauty of Grand Canyon National Park • Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument, an ancient Indian dwelling carved into a lime- stone cliff • Narrated trolley tour of Sedona • Enjoy rip-roarin’ entertainment and a chuckwagon supper at the Blazin’ M Ranch and Western Stage Show • Relax with a day at leisure in Sedona for shopping and exploring on your own, or take an optional Jeep Tour • Visit the old mining town of Jerome • $30 in Mayflower Money
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Hilton Garden Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona Days Two through Five Sedona Real Inn and Suites, Sedona, Arizona
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
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Las Vegas
NEW TOUR
Las Vegas, Laughlin and Lake Havasu featuring The Mob Museum, Route 66 and London Bridge 6 DAYS • 9 MEALS Get away to the desert for some fun in Las Vegas and Laughlin. Tour the famed Las Vegas Strip, visit the Mob Museum and some of old Route 66’s attractions. Also tour London Bridge on a river cruise to Lake Havasu. DAY 1 Arrive in Nevada: Welcome to exciting Las Vegas, Nevada. Transfer to your hotel and meet your Tour Manager and traveling companions at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D DAY 2 Las Vegas Tour and the Mob Museum: Today a local guide conducts a narrated tour of the glittering Las Vegas Strip, the heart and soul of the city. See Sin City’s top hotels and largest casinos including the Venetian, Mirage, Treasure Island and famed Caesars Palace. Also see the over-the-top architecture of New York, New York, the Paris Eiffel Tower and the Fountains of the Bellagio. In the afternoon, a stop at the Mob Museum is planned. Here, an eye-opening, authentic view of organized crime’s impact on the world reveals an insider’s look at the battle between the Mob and the law. Experience the real stories which are brought to life through multi-sensory exhibits and artifacts, and visit the Speakeasy. Tonight, enjoy the many dining venues available or take in a show. Meal: B
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DAY 3 Hoover Dam, Oatman and Dinner Cruise: Depart Las Vegas today and stop at the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge overlook. The view from the bridge offers an incredible look at Hoover Dam, the massive, concrete, arch-gravity structure spanning the Black Canyon of the Colorado River. Crossing into Arizona, a visit is paid to historic Oatman. This one-time mining town features a shop-lined main street and is home to burros, the last descendants of the miner’s beasts of burden. Back in Nevada, arrive in Laughlin, nestled along the Colorado River. Check into your hotel before climbing aboard your sailing vessel for a leisurely cruise along the Colorado complete with a delicious dinner. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Jet Boat, London Bridge and Lake Havasu: This morning, climb aboard a Jet Boat for an exciting journey down the Colorado River for 58 miles through beautiful Topock Gorge, en route to the world-famous
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NEVADA Hoover Dam Las Vegas
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Laughlin
3
Keepers of the Wild Animal Refuge
Oatman
1
Kingman
Lake Havasu City Hotel Overnights
ARIZONA
Visit Tour Route
Hackberry General Store, Kingman
London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. See the volcanic rock faces, emerald waters and ancient Indian petroglyphs of Topock Gorge. In Lake Havasu City, visit the world famous London Bridge. Originally built in the 1830s and formerly spanning the River Thames in London, England, it was dismantled in 1967 and relocated to Arizona. Enjoy an included lunch and visit the Bridge before the trip back to Laughlin. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Route 66, Keepers of the Wild and Desert Diamond Distillery: Today, follow historic Route 66 to Kingman, Arizona. Here, stop at the Route 66 Museum located in Kingman’s Historic Powerhouse. The museum celebrates the history of the “Mother Road” and lets you experience and learn about the American culture of years gone by along Route 66. Continue on to Keepers of the Wild Animal Refuge, an animal sanctuary where lions, tigers and many other exotic animals have been rescued. Then, stop at Desert Diamond Distillery for a guided tour and sampling of the award-winning agave rum and vodka spirits. Back in Laughlin, your Tour Manager hosts a farewell dinner. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Travel Home: Your holiday ends with a group transfer to Las Vegas McCarren International Airport at 9:00 a.m. for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Treasure Island, Las Vegas, Nevada Days Three through Five Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, Laughlin, Nevada
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 9 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights at Treasure Island Las Vegas • Narrated tour of the Las Vegas Strip • Visit the Mob Museum for a look at organized crime’s impact on the world • See Hoover Dam from the Mike O’Callaghan Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge • Visit the historic mining town of Oatman, Arizona • Spend three nights in Laughlin, Nevada • Enjoy a dinner cruise along the Colorado River • Take an exciting Jet Boat day trip to Lake Havasu City, Arizona • Travel through Topock Gorge with its ancient Indian petroglyphs • Visit world famous London Bridge • Route 66 touring including Keepers of the Wild Animal Refuge, Desert Diamond Distillery and Route 66 Museum • $30 in Mayflower Money
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NEW TOUR
Highlights of the Columbia and Snake Rivers featuring Timberline Lodge, Hells Canyon and the Coeur d’Alene Resort 8 DAYS • 15 MEALS Experience the best of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. From Mount Hood’s Timberline Lodge and the Columbia River Gorge’s Multnomah Falls to the Snake River’s Hells Canyon and two nights at the beautiful Coeur d’Alene Resort. DAY 1 Arrive in Oregon: Welcome to Portland. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in the hotel. Meal: D DAY 2 Mount Hood and Timberline Lodge: Begin by traveling to Mount Hood, the highest mountain in the state. Lunch is at the incredible Timberline Lodge. Considered an architectural wonder, it was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1977. Back in Portland, enjoy a guided tour of the city which includes the Old Town Historic District and International Rose Test Gardens. Meals: B, L
Dam. Later, arrive in Pendleton, known for its western heritage and traditions. Tonight, dinner is at Hamley Steakhouse serving real American food found in kitchens and bunkhouses across the West. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Pendleton Woolen Mills and Fort Walla Walla: Begin the day at Pendleton Woolen Mills, producers of high-quality woolen clothing and blankets since 1909. Crossing into Washington a stop is made at Fort Walla Walla. Dating from 1806, when Lewis and Clark traveled the area, Fort Walla Walla has seen the 1840s wagon trains, the 1856 military post and the 1860s gold rush days. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 The Spectacular Columbia River Gorge: Depart Portland for the spectacular Columbia River Gorge to visit Vista House, where sheer cliffs rise 2,000 feet. Stop at beautiful Multnomah Falls, a 600-foot tall roaring cascade of water and mammoth Bonneville Lock and
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DAY 5 Hells Canyon Full Day Jet Boat Trip: Embark today on an epic Jet Boat journey on the incredible Snake River into Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, the deepest river gorge in North America. Learn about Native
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WASHINGTON American history, local geology, miners and the U.S. Mail delivery from the narration of your U.S. Coast Guard certified captain. See three mountain ranges, three states and four rivers while enjoying your included sack lunch onboard. Visit Kirkwood Ranch and Museum at the turn around point before returning to Lewiston. Meals: B, L
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real working ranch. Enjoy a horse drawn wagon ride through their meadow where cattle, horses, elk, deer and other wild animals roam before a hearty “cowboy” lunch, lovingly prepared by the ranch hands. Finish up with a dessert cooked in dutch ovens and served with ice cream. Then, check into the fabulous Coeur d’Alene Resort with plenty of time to freshen up before the evening dinner cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 7 Wallace Silver Mine Tour and Native American Cultural Dinner: Take the short drive to Wallace, known as the country’s largest silver producer, for a tour of a real silver mine. Go underground and see how hard-rock mining was done from retired minor guides. Take a quick peek inside a real Bordello for a tasteful look at this glimpse of the past. Your farewell dinner is an authentic Tribal experience featuring native storytelling, traditional music and dance as well as authentic tribal cuisine. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Travel Home: Depart for home from this memorable vacation with a group transfer at 8:00 a.m. to the Spokane International Airport for flights out after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Monarch Hotel, Portland, Oregon Day Three Red Lion Inn, Pendleton, Oregon Days Four and Five Red Lion Inn, Lewiston, Idaho Days Six and Seven Coeur d’Alene Resort, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
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Tour Highlights
............................................. • 15 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Portland, Oregon • See majestic Mount Hood and have lunch at Timberline Lodge • Panoramic tour of Portland including Old Town Historic District and International Rose Test Gardens • Tour Columbia Gorge including Vista House, Multnomah Falls and Bonneville Dam • Visit Pendleton Woolen Mills known for their high-quality woolens • Tour Fort Walla Walla whose history spans back to the days of Lewis and Clark
• Take an exciting narrated Jet Boat excursion on the Snake River into rugged Hells Canyon with an included lunch • Horse drawn wagon ride and Cowboy lunch at Rider Ranch • Narrated dinner cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene • Spend two nights at the fabulous Coeur d’Alene Resort • Visit Wallace and tour a real silver mine • Authentic Native American Cultural dinner with tribal entertainment and cuisine • $40 in Mayflower Money 2022 DEPARTURES
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Glacier National Park
Montana and Glacier National Park featuring the Gates of the Mountains and Going-to-the-Sun Road 8 DAYS • 12 MEALS The awesome grandeur of Glacier National Park is on display from the comfort of a historic Red Bus travelling along the legendary Going-to-the-Sun Road. Cruise through Waterton Lakes National Park and follow in Lewis & Clark’s footsteps to the Gates of the Mountains. DAY 1 Arrive in Spokane, Washington: Spokane is Washington’s second largest city but retains a “small town” ambience. The downtown area is especially attractive with Riverfront Park and Spokane Falls. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 Wallace, Idaho and Kalispell, Montana: Wallace, Idaho, is an old mining town and is one of the few places where the entire town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has one of the best collections of turnof-the-century architecture in the Pacific Northwest. There are several interesting museums that offer a glimpse into the fascinating history of the area. Continue into Montana and travel along the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, Flathead Lake. More than 28 miles long, it occupies a trough dredged out by a great glacier about 12,000 years ago. Meals: B, D
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DAY 3 Glacier National Park: Welcome to Glacier National Park! Founded in 1910, the park is a land of mountain ranges carved by prehistoric ice rivers. The vistas seen from Going-to-the-Sun Road, named one of the top 100 scenic drives, are breathtaking and a photographer’s paradise. The best way to travel is via the Red Buses whose drivers are known as “Jammers.” The antique red buses are both a symbol of the park and a reminder of a time when adventurous travel was done with style. The name “jammer” is carried over from the days when the buses had standard transmissions and the drivers could be heard “jamming” the gears as they drove up and down the rugged mountainous highway. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park: Travel north into Canada to Waterton Lakes National Park and embark on a boat cruise of Upper Waterton Lake, with its deep scenic bays, sheer vertical mountains and
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beautiful wilderness surroundings. In the afternoon, enjoy lunch at the Prince of Wales Hotel, one of the most photographed hotels in the world. Meals: B, L
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• 12 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
DAY 5 Browning and Great Falls: Browning is the
• Round trip airport transfers
headquarters for the Blackfeet Indians. Visit the Museum of the Plains Indian and its collection of cultural artifacts and exhibits. Then travel to Great Falls, an area that held great significance for the Lewis & Clark Expedition and visit the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. The explorers were forced to spend nearly a month around the falls in June 1805. Much of the Missouri River in this area is as it was when Lewis and Clark first viewed it over 200 years ago. Meals: B, D
• Visit the historic mining town of Wallace, Idaho, the “Silver Capital of the World”
DAY 6 The Gates of the Mountain Cruise: Follow in the
• Visit the Museum of the Plains Indians on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation
footsteps of Lewis and Clark on a journey to the Gates of the Mountains. This historical boat trip along the Missouri River traverses spectacular cliffs towering 1,200 feet on either side. Meal: B
DAY 7 Bison Range and Flathead Lake Cruise: This morning a stop is made at the National Bison Range, a 18,500 acre range home to 350-500 American bison. Along with the bison, be on the look-out for the elk, antelope and bighorn sheep that also inhabit the range. In Polson, climb aboard The Shadow Cruiser for a narrated cruise on scenic Flathead Lake. The largest natural fresh water lake west of the Great Lakes, Flathead Lake’s breathtaking splendor is sure to please. Return to Missoula for a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Travel Home: Following breakfast a group transfer to the Missoula Airport is available for flights out after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One DoubleTree Hotel, Spokane, Washington Day Two Red Lion Hotel, Kalispell, Montana Days Three and Four Glacier Park Lodge, East Glacier, Montana Day Five Hampton Inn, Great Falls, Montana Days Six and Seven Best Western PLUS Grant Creek Inn, Missoula, Montana
• Spend two nights at the historic Glacier Park Lodge in East Glacier • Travel the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road in a “Jammer” Red Bus through Glacier National Park • Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Upper Waterton Lake in Canada’s Waterton Lakes National Park • Have lunch at the Prince of Wales Hotel in a romantic alpine chalet atmosphere
• Trace the footsteps of the two of the nation’s greatest explorers at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center • Embark on a historical boat cruise on the Missouri River to the Gates of the Mountain • Visit the capital city of Helena and spend free time in the Last Chance Gulch area • Witness the abundant wildlife at the National Bison Range, an 18,500 acre range home to 350-500 American bison • Take to the water aboard The Shadow Cruiser for a narrated cruise on scenic Flathead Lake, the largest natural fresh water lake west of the Great Lakes • $40 in Mayflower Money PER PERSON TWIN
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Hurricane Ridge, Olympic National Park, Washington
National Parks of the Pacific Northwest featuring Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks 9 DAYS • 13 MEALS Explore the Pacific Northwest from Seattle’s vibrant waterfront to the English charm of British Columbia’s capital, Victoria. Along the way, see the deep, dark waters of Puget Sound, the majesty of Mount Rainier and the native American culture at Tillicum Village. DAY 1 Travel to Tacoma, Washington: Arrive at Seattle’s International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Tacoma. Tonight, your Tour Manager hosts a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Museum of Glass and LeMay-America’s Car Museum: Today starts with a unique “hands on” session in a Tacoma “glass hot shop,” where you’ll design and make your own art glass pieces. Then, visit the renowned Museum of Glass and cross the Chihuly Bridge of Glass filled with the artist’s glass works. Later, explore the massive collection of classic vehicles at the spectacular LeMay-America’s Car Museum nearby. After lunch, groups will switch places so that everyone will enjoy identical opportunities. Meal: B
DAY 3 Blake Island Cruise and Tillicum Village: Enjoy some free time this morning before boarding an Argosy Cruise vessel and set sail for Blake Island for the ultimate
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Northwest Native American experience. At Tillicum Village immerse yourself in the culture, history and traditions of Northwest Native American tribes with a fire-roasted meal, native storytelling show and traditional longhouse with Coast Salish totems. Meals: B, L
DAY 4 Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and Mount Rainier National Park: At the Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, take an open-air tram tour through its “free-roaming area” to view the numerous American bison, Roosevelt elk, caribou and moose found here. One of the nation’s premier scenic attractions, Mount Rainier stands at 14,410 feet and is the focal point of the park. Fields of brilliant wildflowers, forests of giant Douglas fir, icy glaciers and peaceful valleys teeming with wildlife are found here. Meal: B
DAY 5 Seattle City Tour and Museum of Flight: A guided tour of Seattle includes the downtown, Pioneer
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Square Historic District, Waterfront Park, views of the Space Needle and the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Locks. Following free time for lunch and browsing at famed Pike Place Market, you’ll spend the afternoon viewing the numerous displays and historic aircraft, Space Gallery and Boeing’s original Red Barn factory at Seattle’s outstanding Museum of Flight. Tonight, enjoy a tasty dinner at the Emerald Queen Casino. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Olympic’s Port Cities and Sequim Lavender Farm: Cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge to the Olympic Peninsula and visit the charming village of Port Gamble before you embark on a city tour in historic Port Townsend, with its handsome Victorian-era homes. This afternoon, visit a colorful lavender farm in the Sequim area before coming to your waterfront hotel. Meal: B
DAY 7 Ferry to Victoria, BC and Butchart Gardens: Have your passports handy this morning as you cross the Strait of Juan de Fuca via the spacious MV Coho ferry en route to Vancouver Island. Here, picturesque Victoria maintains a delightful English flavor, spiced with red double-decker buses, Tudor-style buildings and immaculate gardens. See the Parliament Buildings, Beacon Hill Park, Christ Church Cathedral and the impressive Empress Hotel. Discover why Butchart Gardens are world-famous for ornate landscaping and superb Italian, Japanese and rose gardens. Before returning to Port Angeles this evening, dinner is included at the Victoria Harbour House Restaurant. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Olympic National Park: Today, embark on a
Tour Highlights .............................................
• 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend five nights in Tacoma, Washington
• Tour the Museum of Glass featuring a “hands on” glass-blowing session and the impressive Chihuly Bridge of Glass • Visit LeMay-America’s Car Museum, the largest collection of classic and vintage automobiles in the world • Cruise to Blake Island for the ultimate Northwest Native American experience at Tillicum Village • Open-air tram through Northwest Trek Wildlife Park to see American Bison and Roosevelt Elk • Sightseeing in Mount Rainier National Park with its Douglas firs and icy glaciers • Narrated city tour of Seattle including Pioneer Square Historic Park and free time for lunch in Pike Place Market • Visit the Museum of Flight viewing the historic aircraft, Space Gallery and Boeing’s original Red Barn factory • Enjoy a tasty dinner at the Emerald Queen Casino • Ferry to Victoria, known for its English flavor, double-decker buses, Tudor-style buildings and gardens • Discover Butchart Gardens with its world-famous ornate landscaping and superb Italian, Japanese, and rose gardens
• Tour Olympic National Park featuring Lake Crescent and the beautiful Olympic Mountains
scenic drive through extraordinary Olympic National Park. See the beautiful Lake Crescent, panoramic vistas of the towering Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca from the mile-high Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center.
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Sound via the Washington State Ferry from Bainbridge Island, arrive at Seattle’s Sea-Tac Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Five Hotel Murano, Tacoma, Washington Days Six through Eight Red Lion Hotel, Port Angeles, Washington
• $45 in Mayflower Money
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Columbia River Gorge
Pacific Coast Highlights featuring the Columbia River Gorge, Crater Lake and San Francisco 9 DAYS • 13 MEALS Revel in the natural beauty of the Pacific Coast experiencing the wonders of the Columbia River Gorge, glorious mountains, magnificent redwood trees, lush vineyards and the exciting “City by the Bay.” DAY 1 Arrive in Portland: Welcome to Portland, Oregon,
DAY 4 Oregon Dunes Buggy Tour: Return to the coast
the “City of Roses” to begin your Pacific Coast Journey. Meet your Tour Manager at 5:00 p.m. and get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner hosted by your tour manager. Meal: D
to view the 1873 Yaquina Head Lighthouse, tallest in the state. Continue south along the coast to Florence. Here, the day’s sightseeing includes exploration of the fabulous 250-foot sand dunes at Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by four-wheel-drive vehicle. Meal: B
DAY 2 Columbia River Gorge: This morning features the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, where sheer cliffs rise as high as 2,000 feet! First a stop at Crown Point offers spectacular gorge views from Vista House, then you’ll see splendid Multnomah Falls, mammoth Bonneville Lock and Dam. This afternoon a guided tour of Portland includes Lloyd Center, the downtown area on the Willamette River, Old Town Historic District and famed International Rose Test Gardens. Meal: B
DAY 3 Explore the Oregon Coast: Today begins an exploration of the magnificent Oregon Coast with its beaches, sheer cliffs, and pounding surf. Stop at the Tillamook Cheese Factory and take the breathtaking Three Capes Scenic Drive before returning to Portland.
DAY 5 Crater Lake National Park: Today features the natural wonders of Crater Lake National Park, where rain and snow filled the empty caldera of an ancient volcano with brilliant blue waters to a depth of 1,932 feet, creating the deepest lake in North America. Follow the Western Rim Drive for unmatched panoramic views. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Mt. Shasta and State Historic Park: En route today see the glacier-capped 14,162-foot Mt. Shasta, considered one of the most impressive mountains in the nation. At Shasta State Historic Park visit the Old Courthouse Museum and learn the history of this once bustling “Queen City” of gold rush mining towns. Later, continue to the coast and Eureka. Meals: B, D
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Columbia River Gorge including beautiful Multnomah Falls and the mammoth Bonneville Lock and Dam
• Guided tour of Portland including the Old Town Historic District and the International Rose Test Gardens • Visit the Tillamook Cheese Factory See the spectacular Oregon Coast
• Explore the magnificent Oregon Coast including Three Capes • Scenic Drive and Yaquina Head Lighthouse
DAY 7 Avenue of the Giants and Wine Tasting: Departing Eureka this morning, drive along a portion of the “Avenue of the Giants,” through huge stands of magnificent redwoods in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. This afternoon, pass through the rich fertile grape growing region of California where a stop has been scheduled for a tasting at a local Estate Winery. This evening, check in to your hotel in the Fisherman’s Wharf area. Meal: B
DAY 8 San Francisco Touring and Bay Cruise: A local guide joins you this morning for a sightseeing tour of the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Discover the many sights for which the city is renowned such as their bustling Chinatown, North Beach, Civic Center and the Financial District. Free time for browsing at Pier 39 begins the afternoon, before an invigorating cruise of San Francisco Bay. Enjoy a farewell dinner tonight on Fisherman’s Wharf. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Travel Home: Depart for home from this memorable vacation with a group transfer to San Francisco International Airport for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three Monarch Hotel, Portland, Oregon Day Four Hyatt Place, Eugene, Oregon Day Five La Quinta Inn, Medford, Oregon Day Six Best Western Humboldt Bay Inn, Eureka, California Days Seven and Eight Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, California
• Enjoy a four-wheel-drive dune buggy ride through Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area • Visit Crater Lake National Park and take the Western Rim Drive • See the glacier-capped Mt. Shasta, considered to be one of the most impressive mountains in the country • Visit Shasta State Historic Park, a once-bustling “Queen City” of the gold rush mining towns • See the gigantic redwoods and sequoias of Humboldt Redwoods State Park • Follow the Oregon coast, with some the most dramatic scenery in the country • Wine tasting at a local winery in California’s rich wine-growing region • San Francisco touring including the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay cruise • $45 in Mayflower Money PER PERSON TWIN
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Ride the California Zephyr through the Sierra Nevada Range
Rails and Sails of the Sierra Nevada
featuring San Francisco, Lake Tahoe and the Old Vine Train 7 DAYS • 10 MEALS Two nights in the “City by the Bay,” two scenic rail experiences and two narrated, leisurely cruises are highlighted on a journey through California’s Sierra Nevada. Experience Nevada’s rich mining heritage and rugged frontier history along with a special wine-accompanied dinner aboard the Old Vine Train. DAY 1 Arrive in San Francisco: Arrive in San Francisco and transfer to your lodging in the Fisherman’s Wharf area. Meet your Tour Manager in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 San Francisco Touring and Bay Cruise: Embark on a guided tour of San Francisco and see many of the landmarks that made the city known throughout the world. See Union Square, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, Chinatown and the world’s most crooked street, Lombard Street. In the afternoon, set sail on a narrated San Francisco Bay cruise, taking in the city’s waterfront, Fort Mason, the Presidio, Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Tonight, dinner is on Fisherman’s Wharf capping off a memorable day. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Ride the California Zephyr through the Sierra Nevada Range: This morning, board Amtrak’s famed
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California Zephyr for the scenic ride through the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountain Range with their rugged mountains and lush forests. Arrive Truckee, Nevada where you board your waiting motorcoach for the drive to the year round resort area of Lake Tahoe which boasts casinos and great entertainment for evening fun. Upon arrival, check into the hotel where dinner awaits. Meal: D
DAY 4 Virginia City Mine Tour and Carson City: Begin the day in Virginia City, once a thriving, vibrant metropolis of 25,000 residents because of the Comstock Lode, a rich deposit of silver ore discovered in 1859. At the Chollar Mine experience the real working conditions of a Comstock miner on a guide-led visit down the old mine tunnel. Spend some free time in Virginia City with its wooden sidewalks, historic buildings and lively saloons. Then, make a stop in Carson City at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. See the extensive collection of
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NEVADA Truckee Virginia City Carson City
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locomotives, rolling stock, artifacts, photographs and memorabilia directly related to railroads and railroading in Nevada. Meals: B, L
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DAY 5 Lake Tahoe Cruise: This morning view the scenery from the water with a cruise on the turquoise waters of Lake Tahoe, the largest and second deepest Alpine lake in North America. From the deck of the MS Dixie II, view castles and mansions tucked between inlets and picturesque points while enjoying an included lunch. En route to Sacramento, take in the spectacular mountains, breathtaking forests and sparkling clear waters along the way. Meals: B, L
• Ride the famed California Zephyr for a scenic ride through the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountain Range
DAY 6 Old Sacramento and Old Vine Train: Begin
• Spend two nights in Lake Tahoe boasting casinos and great entertainment for evening fun
the day at the California Capitol Building where a tour shows you its extensive collection of statues, paintings and portraits. In Old Sacramento, a National Historic Landmark District, sits the California State Railroad Museum. Here, learn the importance the “iron horse” played in connecting California with the rest of the nation. In the afternoon, climb aboard the Old Vine Train where a private “Meet the Vintner” event featuring a small wine tasting and snacks await. Then, enjoy dinner and more wine tastings as the train gently rolls through scenic farmland along the Sacramento River. Meals: B, D
• 10 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
• Spend two nights in San Francisco with narrated city tour • Narrated bay cruise to see Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge
• Visit the once bustling Virginia City and tour the 1859 Chollar Mine • See the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City Leisurely lunch cruise on the turquoise waters of Lake Tahoe aboard the MS Dixie II • Tour the California Capitol Building and visit the California State Railroad Museum • Farewell dinner and wine tasting aboard the Old Vine Train • $35 in Mayflower Money
DAY 7 Return Home: Your tour ends with a group transfer to the Sacramento International Airport for flights home after 11:00 a.m. Meal: B
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Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Thanksgiving in New York City 5 DAYS • 4 MEALS There’s nothing like the holidays in New York City. This tour gives you the best the city has to offer including marching bands, lavish floats and the Radio City Rockettes. DAY 1 Arrive in the “Big Apple”: Upon arrival in New York, your Tour Manager will greet you at the hotel at 6:00 p.m. for a get acquainted dinner, a great way to begin your New York City adventure. Meal: D DAY 2 Sightseeing in New York City and the Top of the Rock Observation Deck: There is so much to see in this amazing city! After breakfast on own, enjoy a sightseeing tour including views of the famous museums of history and art, Wall Street and Trump Tower, to name just a few. Also see Battery Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, Carnegie Hall and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Your city tour ends at Rockefeller Center where you climb aboard the elevator to observation deck located at the “Top of the Rock” for a spectacular panoramic view of Manhattan and New York City. Meal: B
DAY 3 Statue of Liberty Circle Cruise and Rockettes Christmas Spectacular Show: This morning, climb aboard your vessel and take to the water for a circle cruise around Manhattan Island. Learn about this incredible city and see
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the Statue of Liberty on this narrated cruise. In a perfect way to celebrate the holiday season, head to Radio City Music Hall for a performance of the magnificent “Christmas Spectacular” show, featuring the world-famous Rockettes. Meal: L
DAY 4 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Farewell Dinner: As traditional as family gatherings, turkey feasts and football games on Thanksgiving Day is the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. This extravaganza features a host of clowns, floats, marching bands, celebrities and the famous gigantic balloons that follow the parade overhead. In the evening, gather with your fellow traveling companions for a special farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meal: D
DAY 5 Return Home: This morning is free for you to hit the stores again in search of gifts for friends and family. Your Tour Manager will arrange transportation to the airport for flights home anytime today.
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Radio City Music Hall
Enjoy a narrated circle Manhattan Island Cruise
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 4 Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend four nights lodging in the heart of New York City’s Times Square area
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from New York LaGuardia Airport.
• Narrated tour of New York City including Central Park, Greenwich Village, Chinatown and Battery Park with a local guide
Rooms for the nights before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in New York City before the tour is $299, and after the tour is $499, tax included.
• Ride 70 stories up to the Top of the Rockefeller Observation Deck for an incredible view of New York City
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• Enjoy a narrated circle Manhattan Island cruise and the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island • See the magnificent Christmas Spectacular by the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall • Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with its marching bands, elaborate floats and giant balloons • Special farewell Thanksgiving dinner hosted by your Tour Manager • $25 in Mayflower Money
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The French Quarter
New Orleans Pre-Mardi Gras featuring Avery Island, Evangeline Oak and Plantation Country 6 DAYS • 8 MEALS Experience the excitement and energy of New Orleans during Mardi Gras season. See parades, learn Creole cooking and visit Louisiana’s plantation country. DAY 1 Arrive in New Orleans: Welcome to New Orleans, Louisiana, America’s jazz capital. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel Lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a transfer to your welcome dinner and cooking demonstration at the New Orleans School of Cooking. You will learn the basics of Louisiana cooking from well-known local chefs. Creole/ Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, and season them with history, trivia and tall tales. It’s a “ga-ron-teed” good time for all. After dinner, feel free to enjoy the French Quarter on your own. Meal: D
DAY 2 New Orleans City Tour and National WWII Museum: Begin with a narrated tour of New Orleans. See the sights you’ve heard about for years such as the historic French Quarter, the beautiful Garden District, the colorful River Walk along the Mississippi and famous Bourbon Street. See New Orleans as the city prepares for the biggest celebration of the year, Mardi Gras, with its colorful costumes, parades and parties. In the afternoon, pay a visit to the National WWII Museum. Designated by
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Congress as the country’s official World War II Museum, this remarkable attraction illuminates the American experience during the WWII era. Celebrate the American Spirit as you experience moving personal stories, historic artifacts and powerful interactive displays. The Museum salutes the optimism, courage and sacrifice of those who won the war and changed the world. Meal: B
DAY 3 Mardi Gras World and Pre-Mardi Gras Parades: This morning learn what goes into the making of the Mardi Gras parade floats. Since 1947, the artists of Blaine Kern Studios have been bringing Mardi Gras to life, creating many of the parade floats, from concept through completion. Later, experience the fun and festivities of a Mardi Gras parade from reserved bleacher seats and cheer on the “Krewes” who sponsor the floats. Delight in their ornate costumes and royal courts and try to catch some of the gold, purple and green beads thrown at you from the floats. Be sure to sample King Cake, a traditional Mardi Gras treat! Meals: B, D
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LOUISIANA
Baton Rouge Lafayette
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DAY 4 Canjun Swamps and Mighty Oaks: Travel from New Orleans today and embark on a narrated journey through the Louisiana swamp to see the vast wetlands, exotic wildlife, brilliant flora and the king of the swamp, the alligator. Then, venture into “plantation country.” A stop at majestic Oak Alley Plantation, the impressive mansion whose twenty five acres of history and romance is dominated by the “alley” of 300-year-old live oak trees. Enjoy a tasty Mint Julip before coming to Laura Plantation. Step into the past as you explore the museum, visit the Big House and stand in an authentic 1840s slave cabin. Meal: B DAY 5 Avery Island, Evangeline Oak and Jean Lafite: In the quaint town of St Martinville lives a love story so compelling that Henry Wadsworth Longfellow based his epic poem Evangeline on it. Visit the small museum and see the majestic “Evangeline Oak.” On Avery Island sits the TABASCO Pepper Sauce Factory. Known worldwide, TABASCO is one of the most popular sauces of its kind. Take a behind-the-scenes tour and have an on own lunch. Next stop at the Jean Lafitte Acadian Cultural Center. The center relates the story of the Acadians who settled Louisiana’s Mississippi delta and covers their history, customs, language and contemporary culture. Dinner is at Prejean’s Cajun Restaurant where the ambience is pure Cajun-French. Enjoy live Cajun music, great Cajun cuisine and great service all served up in a fun, casual atmosphere. Meals: B, D
Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 8 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend three nights in New Orleans, just minutes from the French Quarter • Narrated New Orleans sightseeing tour including St. Louis Cathedral, the Garden District and the French Quarter • Visit the National WWII Museum, Mardi Gras World and enjoy dinner at the New Orleans School of Cooking • Reserved seating along the parade route for Pre-Mardi Gras parades • Plantation touring including Oak Alley and Laura Plantations • Louisiana swamp tour, see the Evangeline Oak and tour the TABASCO Pepper Sauce Factory • Visit the Jean Lafitte Acadian Cultural Center Farewell dinner at Prejean’s Cajun Restaurant featuring live Cajun music and delicious Cajun cuisine in a fun atmosphere • $30 in Mayflower Money
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from New Orleans. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in New Orleans is $339 and in Baton Rouge is $229, tax included.
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three Hampton Inn and Suites, New Orleans, Louisiana Days Four and Five Drury Inn and Suites, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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San Antonio Fiesta River Parade
San Antonio Fiesta 5 Days • 8 Meals Enjoy an outstanding fiesta right in the center of all of the action on the famous San Antonio Riverwalk. History, culture, culinary delights and more will be yours!
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Spend four nights on San Antonio’s famed Riverwalk during Fiesta time. Touring in San Antonio includes a leisurely cruise along the Paseo del Rio, and a guided sightseeing tour to learn of the area’s rich history with a visit to Mission San Jose. History comes to life as you visit The Alamo, where Davy Crockett and 185 other “Texans” fought against Mexico. You’ll tour the museum and enjoy the spectacular IMAX movie, Alamo – The Price of Freedom. There is time for shopping at El Mercado, an authentic Mexican Marketplace, before experiencing the San Antonio Fiesta River Parade featuring beautifully decorated floats, from the comfort of your reserved seats.
• Spend four nights on the famous San Antonio Riverwalk
There is LBJ touring in the Hill Country including the LBJ Library, Boyhood Home and Ranch with the Texas White House. Also visit the National Museum of the Pacific War, a one-of-a-kind museum. Enjoy a delicious Texas BBQ lunch and tour the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
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• 8 Meals: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
• Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Paseo de Rio • Guided tour of San Antonio including the Mission San Jose and El Mercado Mexican marketplace • Visit the Alamo and see the IMAX presentation, Alamo – The Price of Freedom • Reserved seating to the River Parade, a San Antonio favorite • Visit the LBJ National Historic Park consisting of his boyhood home in Johnson City and Ranch in Stonewall including the Texas White House • Tour the National Museum of the Pacific War, a one-of-a-kind museum covering the War of the Pacific arena • Visit the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum • Included Texas BBQ lunch • Tour the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center • $25 in Mayflower Money
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Drury Plaza Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas
2021 DEPARTURE April 18
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Remember the Alamo at Christmas
San Antonio Christmas on the Riverwalk 5 Days • 7 Meals Light up your holidays! Celebrate at the famous Riverwalk, featuring more than two miles of beautifully-landscaped waterfront. Come see why the Riverwalk is the number one travel destination in Texas! San Antonio’s famed Riverwalk is gloriously aglow in holiday lights and decorations during Christmas time. Touring in San Antonio includes a leisurely cruise along the Paseo del Rio, and a guided sightseeing tour to learn of the area’s rich history with a visit to Mission San Jose. History comes to life as you visit The Alamo, where Davy Crockett and 185 other “Texans” fought against Mexico. You’ll tour the museum and enjoy the IMAX movie, Alamo – The Price of Freedom. There is time for a little holiday shopping at El Mercado, an authentic Mexican Marketplace before enjoying free time to soak up the Spanish flavor of this picturesque city.
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 7 Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend four nights on the San Antonio Riverwalk • Guided tour of San Antonio including the Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan Capistrano and Mission Concepcion • Visit the El Mercado Mexican marketplace • Tour the Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) and see the IMAX movie • Visit the LBJ National Historic Park • Tour the National Museum of the Pacific War, covering the War of the Pacific arena • Visit Bandera, the “Cowboy Capital of the World” and tour the Frontier Times Museum, dedicated to the American West • Enjoy a farewell dinner followed by a leisurely cruise along the Paseo de Rio
There is LBJ touring in the Hill Country including the LBJ Boyhood Home and Ranch at the Texas White House. Also visit the National Museum of the Pacific War, a one-of-a-kind museum. Enjoy a delicious Texas BBQ lunch and visit the Cowboy town of Bandara.
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Drury Plaza Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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• $25 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES
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Bannister’s Wharf, Newport
NEW TOUR
Christmas in Newport featuring Two Newport Mansions, The Polar Express and A Christmas Carol Dinner Train 5 DAYS • 8 MEALS Explore Newport, Rhode Island during the holidays and experience the gloriously decorated Breakers and Marble House mansions, a live retelling of A Christmas Carol aboard the Dickens Train and a ride on The Polar Express. DAY 1 Arrive in Rhode Island: Arrive today at
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evening of humbugs, ghosts and redemption. The Marley Bridges Theatre hosts an interactive retelling of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol in an evening of music, laughter, food and spirits aboard this custom-designed theatre car.
Providence, Rhode Island’s T. F. Green Airport and transfer to your hotel in Newport. Meet your fellow travelers at 6:00 p.m. in the hotel lobby for a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meal: D
Meals: B, D
DAY 2 The Breakers Mansion, The Dickens Train and Holiday Lantern Tour: Begin the day with a drive
DAY 3 Marble House, Newport Vineyard and the Newport Playhouse: Begin at Marble House Mansion,
along Newport’s famous ten-mile long Ocean Drive. Take in the rugged beauty of the shoreline’s scenery and see the fabulous homes along Bellevue Avenue. Then stop at The Breakers Mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer “cottages” and symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America. The glitter of gold and sparkle of holiday silver will dazzle you as the mansion is decked out in Yuletide finery. Music and spectacular decorations highlight the celebration of Christmas at The Breakers. In the afternoon take a Holiday Lantern Tour to hear the history of early American Holiday traditions during a stroll through town. Later, climb aboard the Newport Dinner Train for an
another summer cottage of the Vanderbilt family, completed in 1892. See this icon of the American Gilded Age filled with hundreds of poinsettias, evergreens and wreaths. Decorated Christmas trees reflect the magnificent décor and dining tables with period silver and china complete the elegant setting. Then, stop at Newport Vineyard to sip and savor the fine products at this local winery. Get a behind-the scenes winery tour and sample some of the estate-grown wines. Enjoy some free time for lunch and shopping. In the evening, you are treated to the Newport Playhouse for an evening which includes an extensive hearty buffet, a spectacular holiday-themed live performance and a fun-filled cabaret. Meals: B, L
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RHODE ISLAND
The Polar Express
Blackstone Valley
Providence
Bristol
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Newport Dinner Train
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Tour Highlights ........................................... • 8 Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners • Free roundtrip airport transfers • Spend four nights in beautiful downtown Newport, Rhode Island and take the ten-mile long Ocean Drive
The Breakers Mansion
DAY 4 Blithewold Garden, Linden Place Mansion and The Polar Express: Today is spent in Bristol,
Rhode Island, a picturesque colonial village draped with holiday spirit. During the holidays, Blithewold Garden is transformed into a dazzling display with each room filled with elaborate decorations. Later, visit Linden Place Mansion where a towering Christmas tree framed by a four-story spiral staircase, elegant decorations and original artwork by local artists. Then it’s off to Blackstone Valley for a fun excursion aboard The Polar Express. Enjoy storytelling, sing-a-longs, holiday games and even a visit from old Saint Nick himself. Tonight, enjoy a delicious holiday feast in Bristol at a special farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Manager. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Travel Home: Your holiday ends with a group transfer to Providence’s T. F. Green Airport at 9:00 a.m. for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
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• Tour the Vanderbilt family’s Breakers Mansion, richly decked out in Yuletide finery • Take the Holiday Lantern Tour with a local guide through downtown Newport • Be a part of The Marley Bridges Theatre interactive retelling of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol aboard the Newport Dinner Train • Tour Marble House Mansion, an American Gilded Age icon filledwith elegant Christmas decorations • Stop at Newport Vineyard to sip and savor their fine products • Tour Blithewold Garden and see its dazzling display of elaborate decorations • Visit Linden Place Mansion featuring a towering Christmas tree framed by a four-story spiral staircase • Ride The Polar Express train in Blackstone Valley for a jolly excursion which includes storytelling, sing-a-longs and a visit from old Saint Nick himself • $25 in Mayflower Money
2021 DEPARTURE December 1
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2022 DEPARTURE November 30
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Providence. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Newport is $239, tax included.
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Tournament of Roses Parade
Tournament of Roses Parade featuring a Gala New Year’s Eve Party and Rose Bowl Tailgate Party 5 DAYS • 6 MEALS See the Granddaddy of all Parades from your reserved seats along Colorado Boulevard. Explore Los Angeles on a sightseeing tour and ring in the New Year in style with a private gala event. Enjoy a fun and lively Tailgate Party while watching the Rose Bowl game on the big screen. DAY 1 Arrive in Southern California: Welcome to the Granddaddy of parades, the 133rd Tournament of Roses Parade, featuring the beautiful pageantry and tradition of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrians and spirited marching bands. For four nights, stay at the Renaissance Long Beach Hotel. Join your Tour Manager tonight for a welcome orientation.
DAY 3 Rose Parade Float Building and New Year’s Eve Festivities: This morning, go behind the scenes in
Pasadena for the Rose Parade Float Building. See the floats being built up close by the hundreds of people working to finish their floats. Marvel at the thousands of various flowers from around the world that were used to create the world’s most imaginative floats. Join an optional excursion to the Ronald Reagan Presidential DAY 2 Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour and Academy Library that chronicles the storied career of Ronald Reagan Museum of Motion Pictures: Today a local guide that spanned more than five decades. This evening, ring conducts a tour of Los Angeles and Hollywood. From the in the New Year with your newfound friends at a private Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral to the Disney Concert New Year’s Eve gala event. Put on your dancing shoes as Hall, home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, a live orchestra fills the room with sounds from yesterday the tour is a blend of old and new. See the Hollywood Bowl, and today. Enjoy a spectacular dinner and champagne Kodak Theater and the legendary Grauman’s Chinese toast to celebrate the dawning of a New Year. Meals: B, D Theater. In the afternoon a visit to the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is planned. Here, the collection DAY 4 133rd Tournament of Roses Parade and Tailgate Party: The event you came for is about to of film- related objects and technology is highlighted by a begin. You have reserved bleacher seats along vast range of still and moving images covering the history Colorado Boulevard and after breakfast you depart for of motion pictures. Meal: B
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the Tournament of Roses Parade. View the animated floats, the precision of the marching bands and the equestrian teams as you become part of an event that is seen throughout the world by millions. In the afternoon, you head back to the hotel where a special Tailgate Party awaits. Watch the Rose Bowl football game and cheer on the teams while enjoying a Tailgate lunch. For those who wish, a limited number of Rose Bowl tickets will be available for purchase. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Homeward Bound: Your transfer from the hotel to the airport is included for your flight home. Your Tour Manager will help you with arrangements to Los Angeles International Airport. Meal: B
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 6 Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner • Roundtrip airport transfers • Spend four nights in Long Beach, ranked as one of the most walkable cities in America • See the sights of Los Angeles and Hollywood on a narrated Sight and Sounds Tour with a local guide including Our Lady of the Angeles Cathedral, Disney Concert Hall and Grauman’s Chinese Theater • Visit the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures with its collection of film-related objects and technology • See the fabulous Rose Parade Float Building and view floats being built • Gala private New Year’s Eve dinner and dancing with live orchestra and champagne toast to ring in the New Year! • Reserved seating for the 133rd Tournament of Roses Parade, featuring the beautiful pageantry and steeped in tradition • Optional excursion to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, which chronicles the storied career of Ronald Reagan that spanned more than five decades • Enjoy a fun Tailgate Party with big screen TVs to cheer on the college football teams participating in the Rose Bowl • Optional post-tour excursion to beautiful Santa Barbara • $25 in Mayflower Money
EASY ENERGETIC
EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY TO SANTA BARBARA 4 DAYS • 7 MEALS While on your Tournament of Roses Parade holiday, why not take an optional extension to beautiful Santa Barbara for a three-night stay? Motor along the scenic Pacific Coast Highway through the seaside community of Malibu. Take a tour of the Old Mission Santa Barbara and enjoy a day trip to San Simeon for a tour of magnificent Hearst Castle. Have dinner in the Dutch community of Solvang and experience Santa Barbara’s Wine Trail to sample some of the finest vintages in the area.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Best Western PLUS Encina Inn, Santa Barbara, California 2022 DEPARTURE January 2
PER PERSON TWIN $1,099
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Witness the majesty of Yellowstone in winter
Winter in Yellowstone National Park featuring the National Elk Refuge and Jackson Hole 6 DAYS • 10 MEALS Witness the majesty of Yellowstone in winter, when the park is bathed in crisp white snow and shimmering ice. A private Snowcoach takes you to places where the wildlife is still abundant, but the tourists are not. DAY 1 Arrive in Salt Lake City, Utah: Welcome to Salt Lake City, often called the “Crossroads of the West.” This bustling modern city is surrounded by mountains and features the historic Temple Square. Meet your Tour Manager at 5:00 p.m. for a hearty welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Mormon Tabernacle Choir and West Yellowstone: Following breakfast this morning you will be treated to the beautiful sounds of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir at their weekly live broadcast performance. Then, board your waiting motorcoach and travel north through the Island Park region. Cross Targhee Pass and enter Big Sky Country of Montana. Our destination is the town of West Yellowstone, the gateway to Yellowstone National Park’s west entrance. Check into our hotel for a two-night stay and a delicious dinner. Meals: B, D
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DAY 3 Snowcoach Touring in Yellowstone National Park: Have your winter gear ready and your cameras packed as our private Snowcoach picks you up at your hotel and takes you into Yellowstone National Park, a winter wonderland only accessible by specially-equipped vehicles. This full day journey features a narrated tour to legendary geyser Old Faithful. There are many stops along the way including Madison Junction, considered the birthplace of Yellowstone; Fountain Paint Pot, a mud pot named for its many colors; and Biscuit Basin, with its active geothermal activity. A box lunch is included and many wildlife stops will be made along the way. Experience the beauty and wonder of Yellowstone in winter on this 60-mile-long once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Meals: B, L
DAY 4 National Elk Refuge Sleigh Ride and Jackson Hole: Leaving Montana today, travel to the
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MONTANA West Yellowstone
Yellowstone
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National Elk Refuge Jackson
WYOMING
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Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route
American Bald Eagles pair in Yellowstone National Park
2 Salt Lake City
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• 10 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 1 box lunch and 4 dinners historic town of Jackson, Wyoming, a blend of American history and Western charm. En route, stop at the National Elk Refuge for an exhilarating open sleigh ride among the elk herd numbering in the thousands. Be sure to bundle up as the ride can be chilly! Your hotel in Jackson offers warm and welcoming accommodations just steps away from historic Jackson Town Square, home to shops, galleries and boutiques. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Olympic Park and Salt Lake City: Traveling south brings you through the rugged Snake River Canyon area which separates the Snake and Wyoming Mountain Ranges before coming back into Utah. Stop at the Utah Olympic Park for a tour of the facility which hosted the 2002 Winter Olympic Games and continues to host World Cup events. Later, continue to Salt Lake City where your accommodations and a delicious farewell dinner await. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Travel Home: After breakfast, our group transfer takes us to the Salt Lake City airport for flights out after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Five Doubletree Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah Days Two and Three Holiday Inn, West Yellowstone, Montana Day Four 49er Inn and Suites, Jackson, Wyoming TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
• Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Salt Lake City, the Crossroads of the West • Attend the world-famous weekly broadcast performance of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir • Spend two nights in West Yellowstone, Montana, the gateway to Yellowstone National Park’s west entrance • Experience a full day touring inside Yellowstone National Park aboard a specially-designed Snowcoach on a 60-mile journey to Old Faithful and back • Yellowstone touring stops include Madison Junction, Fountain Paint Pot, Biscuit Basin and of course, Old Faithful geyser • Enjoy numerous magnificent photo opportunities of Yellowstone’s geysers, mud pots and wildlif • Visit the National Elk Refuge and take an exhilarating open sleigh ride among the Elk herd numbering in the thousands • Spend one night in Jackson Hole, filled with history, shopping and Western charm • $30 in Mayflower Money
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Salt Lake City. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Salt Lake City is $269, tax included.
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Opening hour of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race
Alaska Iditarod Race featuring Fairbanks, Denali National Park and Iditarod Race Festivities 9 DAYS • 11 MEALS Join us on a journey to “The Last Frontier” for the fabulous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Witness the Ceremonial Start in Anchorage and travel to Willow for the official start of this epic race. DAY 1 Arrive in Alaska: Welcome to Alaska as you arrive in Fairbanks, and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager in the lobby for dining suggestions. This evening an optional journey is available for Aurora Borealis viewing.
Meals: B, Box Lunch
DAY 2 Fairbanks Sightseeing and Optional Tours:
DAY 4 Ride the Alaska Railroad: After breakfast you
A guided city tour of Fairbanks shows you the “Golden Heart City.” Visit the Morris Thompson Cultural Center and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. This afternoon will be at your leisure for optional tours such as dog mushing tours, Arctic Circle flightseeing, as well as many others to choose from. After our included dinner you’ll have another chance to view the Aurora Borealis at a different location. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Denali National Park: Today, take the George Parks Highway south to Denali National Park. En route, enjoy an included visit to the town of Nenana, home of the Nenana Ice Classic! Upon arrival into Denali, enjoy an included visit to the Murie Science and Learning Center
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which acts as the Denali Visitor’s Center in the wintertime. See the National Park film, Heartbeats of Denali, hear from a local ranger about the park, and even have a chance to snowshoe! A box lunch is included today.
are transferred to the Healy Rail Stop to board the world-famous Alaska Railroad, in Adventure Class for your scenic journey south to Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Keep an eye out for views of Denali from the north face to south face. Upon arrival in Anchorage you will be transferred to your hotel. Meal: B
DAY 5 Anchorage Sightseeing and Musher’s Banquet: Today, enjoy a city tour of Anchorage featuring the historic downtown area, Lake Hood where 190+ floatplanes take off and land daily, and Earthquake Park to learn about the 1964 Earthquake. There will be time for lunch on your own. Later, travel along the scenic Seward Highway and enjoy an included visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation
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Center where you will see Alaska’s Wildlife up close and personal. Tonight, enjoy Iditarod festivities and dinner at the Musher’s Banquet. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Visit Happy Trails Kennel: This morning, head to Happy Trails Kennel. Here, meet four-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser. Hear personal stories and see his dogs while viewing the grandeur Alaska has to offer along the Iditarod Trail. Return to Anchorage with an included stop at the Iditarod Headquarters en route. Meal: B
DAY 7 Iditarod Ceremonial Race Start: After breakfast, head to 4th Avenue to get a great spot at the Ceremonial Start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Cheer mushers on from all over the world. Mushers will depart the starting gate every two minutes. Watch each of them depart or take off early and enjoy other Iditarod festivities in Anchorage. This afternoon, visit the Anchorage Museum, a large art, history, ethnography, ecology, and science museum in the heart of downtown Anchorage. Dinner will be included this evening. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Official Start of the Race and Travel Home: This morning, depart Anchorage and venture north to Willow for the restart of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Be sure to dress in layers to maximize staying warm as the entire day will be spent outside cheering on your favorite dog teams. En-route, stop at a local grocery store in Wasilla to pick-up on own snack and lunch items. Prepare for a bit of a walk to find the perfect spot along the fence line of the race. Mushers take off across Willow Lake on their 1,049-mile journey by dog sled to Nome. The Willow Community Center is open and offers a break from the cold with vendors selling food and drink as well as local crafts. Don’t miss out on snacks throughout the day! Your Tour Manager will have more information on this edible portion of the program! The departure time from Willow will depend on weather conditions and guests’ comfort level. It is our goal to see as many of the Mushers depart as possible while still arriving back into Anchorage by 6:00/6:30pm. Upon returning to Anchorage it will be time to say goodbye to your local Tour Manager as you are transferred to the Anchorage Airport for your evening flight out after 8:00 pm. Meal: B
DAY 9 Arrive Home: Arrive home from your overnight flight. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 11 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 box lunch and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Fairbanks, “The Golden Heart City” with ‘Northern Lights’ viewing • Guided city tour of Fairbanks including Morris Thompson Cultural Center and Trans-Alaska Pipeline • Time available for an optional dog mushing tours or Arctic Circle flightseeing trip • Travel the Parks Highway to the town of Nenana, home of the Nenana Ice Classic! • Visit Denali National Park’s Murie Science and Learning Center to see the film, Heartbeats of Denali and hear from a local ranger about the park • Ride the Alaska Railroad in Adventure Class and keep an eye out for views of Denali from the north face to south face • Narrated sightseeing tour of Anchorage including historic downtown, Lake Hood and Earthquake Park • Enjoy Iditarod festivities and dinner at the Musher’s Banquet
• Visit Happy Trails Kennel and meet four-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser
• See the Ceremonial Start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Anchorage and cheer on your favorite mushers • Travel to Willow for the Official Start of the Iditarod Race, the 1,049-mile odyssey to Nome • $45 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURE February 28
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Fairbanks and from Anchorage. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Fairbanks is $279 and in Anchorage is $299, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, Fairbanks, Alaska Day Three Motel Nord Haven, Healy, Alaska Days Four through Seven Sheraton Hotel, Anchorage, Alaska
Contact your local travel professional or call 800.323.7604 to make your reservation
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Humpback Whale breaching at Prince William Sound
Alaska The Great Land featuring Prince William Sound and Denali National Park 9 DAYS • 13 MEALS Journey to the “Land of the Midnight Sun” where towering mountains, massive glaciers and abundant wildlife await your arrival. DAY 1 Fly to Anchorage: Your flight to the “Land of the Midnight Sun” takes you to Anchorage, Alaska, where your Tour Manager greets you at the hotel at 6:00 p.m. The first day of travel comes to a quiet close as you explore the new surroundings and prepare for our adventure.
DAY 2 Alaska Railroad and Alaska Cabin Nite: This morning, climb aboard the Alaska Railroad for a scenic ride to the quaint town of Talkeetna. Watch for glimpses of Denali and the rest of the Alaska Range. Lunch is on your own in this sleepy frontier town which is the jumping off point for those climbers wishing to tackle Denali. Later, continue up the George Parks Highway to Denali National Park. Arrive at Denali with time to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the park. Later, sample Alaskan cuisine at Alaska Cabin Nite where you’ll enjoy an all-you-can-eat dinner. Then sit back for a hilarious show of tall tales, fun songs and foot-stompin’ music. Meals: B, D
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DAY 3 Denali National Park: An experienced local guide conducts today’s Natural History Tour of Denali National Park. Weather permitting, see North America’s tallest mountain - Denali. Be on the lookout for the caribou, moose, grizzlies, wolves and Dall sheep that inhabit the park. You’ll learn about Denali’s varied and interesting collection of birdlife as well as the over 650 species of flowering plants. Meal: B, Box Lunch
DAY 4 Denali Optional Tours and Alaska Salmonbake Dinner with Show: This morning is free in Denali to take advantage of the optional excursions available. Take an optional “flightseeing” trip on a helicopter through Denali National Park, or a river float trip on the Nenana River. Later, continue up the George Parks Highway to Fairbanks. Dinner tonight takes place at Pioneer Park. An array of Alaskan specialties are served featuring King Salmon and Halibut. Entertainment is at the Palace Theater presenting Golden Heart Review. Meals: B, D
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DAY 5 Fairbanks: This morning, tour the city of Fairbanks. Enjoy the colorful past and exciting present in Alaska’s second largest city. Then, cast off aboard Riverboat Discovery, the only authentic sternwheeler in Alaska. Your narrated cruise takes you to Old Chena Village where native Alaskan guides show the culture and lifestyle of the original Alaskans. After lunch, you can join a group on an optional visit to the El Dorado Gold Camp for a rail journey through an old mining camp. Here you’ll be able to try your hand at gold panning in an authentic setting. Meal: B
DAY 6 Alaska Highway to Valdez: Leave Fairbanks this morning and travel south along the Alaska Highway toward Valdez. Follow the route of the Alaska Pipeline and stop at historic Rika’s Roadhouse. This well-known gathering place for long-ago traders, gold miners and trappers offers modern-day travelers a glance into Alaska’s past. Admire the towering Chugach Mountains as you travel through Thompson Pass on your way to Valdez. Stop at Worthington Glacier for a close look at this massive ice floe before arriving at your hotel for the next two nights. Meal: B
DAY 7 Prince William Sound Cruising: Valdez, known as the “Switzerland of Alaska,” is the southern terminus of the 800-mile-long Trans-Alaska oil pipeline. Today, cruise through the glacier-carved fjords and passageways of Prince William Sound aboard the Valdez Spirit. Enjoy lunch on board as you view sea lions, whales and puffins along the majestic beauty of Alaska’s rugged shoreline. Meals: B, L
DAY 8 Anchorage: After breakfast, travel to Anchorage via the Glenn Highway. Sandwiched between two mountain ranges, the Talkeetna to the north and the Chugach to the south, this highway is filled with scenic beauty. Pass through the agriculturally rich Mat-Su Valley before arriving in Anchorage. A brief city tour introduces you to Alaska’s largest city. This evening enjoy a farewell
............................................... HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Eight Hilton Hotel, Anchorage, Alaska Days Two and Three Grande Denali Lodge, Denali National Park, Alaska Days Four and Five Wedgewood Resort, Fairbanks, Alaska Days Six and Seven Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn, Valdez, Alaska
dinner, which provides an opportunity to reminisce about your exciting journey. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Travel Home: Today you’ll say good-bye to Alaska – land of mountain peaks, mighty rivers and spectacular glaciers. Share your memories of Alaska The Great Land with your family and friends at home. Meal: B
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Anchorage, Alaska’s most cosmopolitan city • Ride the famed Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to the quaint Alaska town of Talkeetna • Enjoy tall tales, foot stompin’ music and an Alaskan dinner at Alaska Cabin Nite • Spend two nights at Denali National Park and enjoy a Natural History Tour of the park • Take an optional helicopter “flightseeing” or river float trip • Climb aboard the Riverboat Discovery for a narrated cruise along the Chena River
• Take an optional visit to the El Dorado Gold Camp • Enjoy a delicious authentic Alaska Salmonbake dinner with a musical production of the Golden Heart Review • Sightseeing stop at Worthington Glacier • Enjoy a Prince William Sound Cruise aboard the Valdez Spirit with an included lunch • Narrated city tour of Anchorage with a local guide • $45 in Mayflower Money PER PERSON TWIN
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Alaska Cruise Southbound Adventure featuring the Alaska Railroad, Denali National Park and the Inside Passage 13 DAYS • 28 MEALS Join us on the ultimate adventure to America’s last frontier, Alaska! Experience the natural beauty of Alaska’s rugged interior aboard the Alaska Railroad and tour Denali National Park. Take the mountain tunnel to Whittier and cruise along the Inside Passage to Vancouver. Visit ports of call steeped in history, culture and tradition.
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Alaska Railroad Denali National Park Wasilla Anchorage Whittier
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CANADA Ketchikan
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Visit Tour Route
Vancouver
Train Route Cruise Route
Meet the wolves at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 28 Meals: 12 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 9 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
DAY 1 Fly to Fairbanks: Your flight to the “Land of the Midnight Sun” takes you to Fairbanks, Alaska, where your Tour Manager greets you at the hotel. The first day of travel will come to a quiet close as you explore the new surroundings and prepare for your adventure.
DAY 2 Fairbanks, the “Golden Heart City”: Cast off
aboard the Riverboat Discovery, the only authentic sternwheeler in Alaska. Your narrated cruise takes you to Old Chena Village where native Alaskan guides show the culture and lifestyle of the original Alaskans. The afternoon is free to enjoy Alaska’s second largest city at your own pace or you may wish to join an optional visit to Gold Dredge #8 Camp for a rail journey through an old mining camp. Here you will be able to try your hand at gold panning in an authentic setting. Dinner this evening is a sumptuous all-you-can-eat feast of grilled salmon, prime rib or deep-fried halibut and cod. Afterwards, enjoy humorous skits and songs about early Fairbanks in the Palace Theatre’s production, Golden Heart Review. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Alaska Railroad and Cabin Nite Dinner: Today, board the Alaska Railroad’s flagship The Denali Star for the trip to Denali National Park. The track cuts through the northern boreal forests of the interior on a journey where sparkling salmon streams, stands of aspen and birch and carpets of purple fireweed create a dramatic landscape. Arriving in Denali, the afternoon is free of scheduled
• Spend two nights in Fairbanks, “The Golden Heart City” • Narrated cruise aboard the Riverboat Discovery to Old Chena Village • Enjoy a Alaska Salmonbake dinner and see the Golden Heart Review • Ride the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Denali National Park
• Spend one night at Denali National Park with a Natural History Tour • Enjoy tall tales, Alaskan music and dinner at Alaska Cabin Nite
• Spend one night at the luxurious Alyeska Resort • Tour the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and take the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to Whittier
• Experience an exciting seven-day Inside Passage cruise aboard Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam
• Included on-board Beverage Package featuring wine with dinner • One included dinner in the intimate Pinnacle Grill • Visit Skagway, founded during the Gold Rush of 1898 • Visit Juneau, considered the nation’s most beautiful capital city
• Visit Ketchikan, the “Salmon Capital of the World” • $65 in Mayflower Money
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Alaska Cruise Southbound Adventure activities to explore your scenic surrounding and enjoy an optional “flight-seeing” trip on a helicopter through the park, or a river float trip on the Nenana River. Tonight, sample Alaskan cuisine at Alaska Cabin Nite’s delicious dinner. Then sit back for a hilarious show of tall tales, fun songs and foot-stompin’ music. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Natural History Tour of Denali National Park: Rise early and join an experienced local guide who conducts this morning’s Natural History Tour of Denali National Park. Weather permitting, see North America’s tallest mountain, Denali. Learn about Denali’s varied and interesting collection of birdlife as well as the over 650 species of flowering plants. Later, travel down the George Parks Highway where you might catch a glimpse of Denali and the rest of the Alaska Range through the stands of spruce and pine. A stop at the Iditarod Trail Headquarters showcases the race’s exciting history. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Anchorage Sightseeing and Alyeska Resort: Arrive in Anchorage this morning where a local guide conducts a panoramic tour of Alaska’s largest city. Learn the history and culture of the area, watch seaplanes splash land on Lake Hood, journey to scenic overlooks offering ocean and mountain views and make a stop at Earthquake Park. Then continue to the luxurious Alyeska Resort with its chateau-style hotel featuring supreme comfort, modern touches and rich Native influences. Be sure to take the included Aerial Tram to the top of Mt. Alyeska for dramatic views of Turnagain Arm and the Chugach Mountain Range. Meal: B
DAY 6 Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center: After a leisurely morning at the resort, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. This haven for orphaned or injured Alaskan wildlife hosts an array of animals. Then, take the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to Whittier. This 2.5 mile-long tunnel is the gateway to Prince William Sound. Later, board your ship, Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam to begin the unforgettable cruise portion of the tour. Meals: B, D
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DAY 7 Prince William Sound and Hubbard Glacier: With its 3,000 miles of shoreline, Prince William Sound is one of the most scenic archipelagoes of tidewater glaciers in the world. Keep one eye on the shoreline while cruising, as you just may spot otters, seals, bears, eagles and deer. From almost anywhere on the ship you will be able to view Hubbard Glacier, a massive 1,350-square mile natural wonder of blue ice. It is the longest river of ice in North America and one of the most active glaciers of its kind in Alaska. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 8 Icy Strait Point: The Icy Strait Point experience combines authentic regional culture with incredible natural beauty. Located near the city of Hoonah, the largest Tlinglit Indian settlement in Alaska, Icy Strait Point sits next to Glacier Bay National Park. Home to a historic cannery, the port’s connection to the sea is strong as locals share the sea with the many humpback whales, orcas, Dall porpoises and all five species of Pacific salmon that inhabit the region. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 9 Juneau and Sawyer Glacier: Your port of call this morning is the Alaskan Capital of Juneau, considered by many to be the most beautiful capital city in the nation. Founded during the gold rush in 1880, the former gold mining town counts among its riches some of Alaska’s most spectacular scenery. The terrain is hilly and winding, and narrow streets present a small-town quaintness existing side-by-side with cosmopolitan sophistication. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 10 Skagway and the Lynn Canal: As your ship approaches Skagway, see the town resting peacefully at the base of a river valley bordered by the Coast Mountains. When gold was discovered in the Klondike region of the Yukon Territory, it resulted in the historic Gold Rush of 1898. As thousands of gold-crazed adventurers sought the best jumping-off spot for their trek, they found the deepest penetration by boat was at the northern tip of the Lynn Canal. This is how Skagway was born. Meals: B, L, D
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Caribou browsing for food near Denali National Park
Juneau was founded during the gold rush in 1880
Enjoy the Alaska Railroad for a trip to Denali National Park
DAY 11 Ketchikan: A popular destination along Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, Ketchikan is teeming with Native American culture. Known as the “Salmon Capital of the World,” it is home to the largest concentration of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people in the state. Meals: B, L, D DAY 12 Cruising the Inside Passage: Cruise the Inside Passage, a 1,000-mile-long sea corridor from Alaska to British Columbia, the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Its scenery is as grand as that of Norway. Be on the lookout for orcas and humpback whales as you take in the sheer cliffs, massive glaciers and snowcapped mountains. Meals: B, L, D DAY 13 Vancouver to Seattle and Home: Arrive in Vancouver early this morning and prepare for your motorcoach transfer to the airport in Seattle for flights home departing after 3:00 p.m. Meal: B TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Inside $4,149 add $2,379 Outside $4,659 add $2,889 • Add $592 for port charges, government taxes andadd fees, Balcony $5,849 $4,079
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Add $592 for port charges, government taxes and fees, which are subject to change.
Call for air rates and schedules for your city to Fairbanks and from Seattle. Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Fairbanks is $289, tax included.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Wedgewood Resort, Fairbanks, Alaska Day Three Grande Denali Lodge, Denali National Park, Alaska Day Four Grand View Inn, Wasilla, Alaska Day Five Alyeska Resort, Girdwood, Alaska Days Six through Twelve Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam
EASY ENERGETIC
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Kauai island, the “Garden Isle”
Hawaii Three Islands featuring Oahu, Kauai and Maui 10 DAYS • 12 MEALS Experience America’s Pacific paradise, Hawaii. Visit three islands where you can walk the idyllic beaches, venture into the lush tropical forests and be amazed by the stunning waterfalls and exquisite beauty all on one trip. DAY 1 Arrive in the Aloha State: Your westbound flight over the Pacific Ocean brings you to Honolulu, Hawaii. Upon arrival you are warmly welcomed with a fragrant fresh flower lei. Check into your Ocean View room and meet your Tour Manager in the lobby who will offer dining suggestions. DAY 2 Honolulu Touring including Waikiki Beach: Today you’ll be introduced to the city of Honolulu, a cosmopolitan locale, blended superbly with tropical ambiance. Honolulu is also home to one of the world’s best beaches, Waikiki Beach. Begin with a visit to Punchbowl National Cemetery, the impressive Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue. This evening enjoy the festive Magic of Polynesia Dinner Show that includes incomparable illusions and some dazzling pyrotechnics. In addition, a troupe of entertainers will bring a taste of Polynesia through song and dance.
DAY 3 Free Day to Explore: Today is yours to explore Honolulu at your leisure. Visit more historic sites or find a cozy spot to relax on Waikiki Beach. You may wish to arrange a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. Tickets for this popular historic site may be requested through the National Park Service sixty days before your trip by calling 877-444-6777 or visiting www.recreation.gov. Meal: B
DAY 4 Kauai and Hawaiian Luau: Today, fly to Kauai, “The Garden Isle.” The island encompasses roughly 550 square miles and is the oldest and most northerly of the Hawaiian Islands. Enjoy a relaxing scenic cruise on the Wailua River to visit the Fern Grotto, before continuing to the hotel and your Ocean View room. This evening, enjoy a traditional luau complete with authentic food, music and dancing of the Hawaiian people. Meals: B, D
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DAY 5 Waimea Canyon: At ten miles long and more than 3,500 feet deep, Waimea Canyon was described by Mark Twain as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Beyond its incredible grandeur, the ever-changing colors that dance along its peaks make this sight truly unforgettable. The late afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy the amenities of the hotel. Meal: B
DAY 6 Maui and Iao Valley: This morning, fly to the island of Maui, “The Valley Isle,” where natural wonders will set your spirit free. Visit the lush Iao Valley where the famed “Battle of Kepaniwai” took place in 1790, now an enchanting and tranquil State Park. Then, check into your Ocean View room for your three-night stay. Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Free Day or Optional Haleakala Excursion: Today is yours to explore on your own or you may choose an optional excursion to Haleakala. Haleakala National Park encompasses more than 27,000 acres of the mountain of Haleakala, a massive volcano that is at the heart of Maui’s torso. The seven-mile-long crater is actually a valley created by erosion of wind and rain and home to the famous but endangered silver sword plant. The Observation Center located here provides a birds-eye view of the enormous crater and the surrounding area. Meal: B
DAY 8 Maui as You Please: Today is yours to do as you please. The hotel location allows easy access by shuttle to the historic town of Lahaina offering a wide variety of boutiques and cafes along the famous Front Street. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your traveling companions. Meals: B, D DAYS 9 & 10 Return Flight Home: After a morning free, your Tour Manager will arrange a transfer to the airport. Fly through the night and return home early in the morning with memories of Hawaii’s superb culture and beauty. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three Waikiki Beachcomber or Ala Moana Hotel, Oahu Days Four and Five Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort, Kauai Days Six through Eight Royal Lahaina Resort, Lahaina, Maui
OAHU
Honolulu
Pacific Ocean
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Lahaina
Hotel Overnights
HAWAII
Visit Tour Route
Tour Highlights .............................................
• 12 Meals: 8 breakfasts and 4 dinners, 2 with entertainment • Round trip airport transfers • Fresh flower lei greeting upon arrival
• Spend three nights in Ocean View rooms on the island of Oahu, home to Waikiki Beach • Honolulu city tour including Punchbowl National Cemetery, Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha statue • Enjoy a festive evening at the Magic of Polynesia Dinner Show • Free day to explore Honolulu at your leisure • Spend two nights in Ocean View rooms on the “Garden Isle” of Kauai
• Spend three nights in Ocean View rooms on the “Valley Island” of Maui • Visit the lush Iao Valley where the famed “Battle of Kepaniwai” took place
• Enjoy a relaxing scenic cruise on the Wailua River and visit Fern Grotto • Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau complete with culturally authentic food, music and dancing • $50 in Mayflower Money 2021 DEPARTURES
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October 14
$3,979
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October 20
$3,979
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• Please add $450 for inter-island air.
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Honolulu and from Maui.
EASY ENERGETIC
Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Honolulu is $449, tax included.
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• See Waimea Canyon, considered the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”
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Waikiki Beach, Honolulu
Hawaiian Cruising in Paradise featuring Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the “Big Island” 10 DAYS • 22 MEALS Sail away to Paradise on a trip-of-a-lifetime to the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. Spend seven glorious days cruising while visiting four Hawaiian Islands. DAY 1 Arrive in Hawaii: After a flight across the Pacific arrive at Honolulu airport where you are warmly welcomed with a fragrant fresh flower lei. Tonight, join your Tour Manager and traveling companions at a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Honolulu, Oahu and Board NCL’s Pride of America: Your Hawaiian cruise adventure begins with a
tour of cosmopolitan Honolulu with its tropical ambiance and one of the world’s best beaches, Waikiki. Your island touring today includes stops at Punchbowl National Cemetery, the impressive Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue. Later, board Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride of America where a welcome aboard dinner awaits. Meals: B, D
DAYS 3 & 4 Port of Call: Kahului, Maui: Your first port of call is at Kahului on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Known as “The Valley Isle,” Maui’s natural wonders will set your spirit free. Optional excursions here include the lush Iao Valley, where the famed “Battle of Kepaniwai” took place
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in 1790, or visit Haleakala National Park with its 27,000 acres on the mountain of Haleakala, a massive volcano that is at the heart of Maui’s torso. The Observation Center located here provides a birds-eye view of the enormous crater and the surrounding area. Be sure to visit the historic town of Lahaina which offers a wide variety of boutiques and cafes along the famous Front Street. Meals: 2 B, 2 L, 2 D
DAY 5 Port of Call: Hilo, Hawaii: The Pride of America brings you to the east side of the “Big Island” to the port of Hilo. Take an optional trip to the island’s most popular attraction, Volcanoes National Park where you’ll encounter the earth’s most primal forces. See this active volcano spew plumes of steam into the atmosphere and look for molten rock from ongoing lava flows. You may also spend time in the city of Hilo or visit beautiful Akaka Falls. Meals: B, L, D DAY 6 Port of Call: Kailua-Kona, Hawaii: The Kailua Kona region is known for its beautiful stretch of bays,
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Kawiliwili
OAHU
Honolulu
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MAUI
Pacific Ocean
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Hotel Overnights
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Cruise Overnights
HAWAII
Kailua-Kona
Hilo
Visit Cruise Route
Waianuenue Falls
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 22 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners
fishing villages, tropical rainforests and coffee plantations. On an optional tour you can explore the Kona Coast and snorkel the pristine waters of Kealakekua Bay, visit the only seahorse farm in the U.S., or climb aboard the Atlantis Submarine, the most technologically advanced passenger submarine in the world. Meals: B, L, D
• Round trip airport transfers
DAYS 7 & 8 Nawiliwili, Kauai: Your cruising brings us to Kauai, “The Garden Isle.” Encompassing roughly 550 square miles, Kauai is the oldest and most northerly of the Hawaiian Islands. An optional excursion here will include a relaxing scenic cruise on the Wailua River to visit Fern Grotto. Another is a visit to Waimea Canyon. At 10 miles long and more than 3,500 feet deep, Waimea Canyon was described by Mark Twain as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Meals: 2 B, 2 L, 2 D
• Call at Maui with optional excursions to Iao Valley or Haleakala National Park
DAYS 9 AND 10 Return Flight Home: After disembarking in Honolulu, a group transfer brings you to the airport for flights home after 12:00 p.m. For those who wish, you can make your own arrangements to visit the USS Arizona Memorial en route to the airport through NCL while on board the ship. Please ensure your flights are booked out after 6:00 p.m. if you consider this excursion. Fly through the night and return home in the morning. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL/CRUISE ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Waikiki Beachcomber or Ala Moana Hotel, Honolulu, Oahu Days Two through Eight Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride of America TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5
• Receive a fresh flower lei greeting upon arrival in Hawaii and spend one night in Honolulu, Oahu • Oahu touring including Punchbowl National famous Waikiki Beach Cemetery and Iolani Palace • Spend seven glorious days cruising aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride of America
• Call at the “Big Island” of Hawaii with optional excursions to snorkel in Kealakekua Bay, visit a seahorse farm or ride the Atlantis Submarine • Call at Hilo, Hawaii with optional excursions to Volcanoes National Park and Akaka Falls • Call at Nawiliwili on the “Garden Island” of Kauai with optional excursions to Fern Grotto and Waimea Canyon, the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” • $50 in Mayflower Money
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2022 DEPARTURE February 11
STATEROOM CATEGORY Inside *Outside Balcony STATEROOM CATEGORY Inside *Outside Balcony
PER PERSON TWIN
SINGLE ROOM
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add $2,539 add $2,839 add $3,639
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SINGLE ROOM
$3,299 $3,599 $4,399
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• Add $588 for port charges, government and fees, which are subject to change. • *Outside staterooms are obstructed view.
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CANADA From the peaks of the Rocky Mountains to Nova Scotia each of our Canadian itineraries have been planned to highlight the beauty, spirit and diversity of our neighbors to the north.
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Montmorency is Eastern Canada’s highest waterfall
NEW TOUR
Autumn in French Canada featuring Montreal, Quebec and the Scenic Eastern Townships 8 DAYS • 14 MEALS The colors of French Canada’s Laurentian Mountain range during autumn foliage are the backdrop for the majesty of Quebec’s sacred Shrines and historic Cathedrals. DAY 1 Arrive in French Canada: Arrive in Montreal, Canada today and settle into your conveniently-located hotel before meeting your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D DAY 2 Montreal Sightseeing and Notre-Dame Basilica: Embark on a narrated tour of Montreal, one of Canada’s vibrant cities known for its rich French-Canadian heritage. Your local guide shows you Old Montreal with its narrow streets lined with a mixture of buildings dating from the 17th-century, Place d’Armes, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Mount Royal and Olympic Park, site of the 1976 summer Olympics. Also visit Montreal’s sacred NotreDame Basilica, one of the crown jewels of Quebec’s rich religious heritage. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Ride VIA Rail and Quebec Sugar Shack: This morning, Canada’s VIA Rail service takes you to Quebec City. The only walled city in North America, Quebec’s Grande-Allee is alive with many quaint shops and sidewalk cafes. On your touring today, pass under the famed St. Louis Arch which leads into old Quebec.
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We arrive at the banks of the St. Lawrence River and Place Royale, the oldest settlement in the region. See the majestic Parliament Buildings before arriving at the Plains of Abraham, the site of the famous battle of 1759. Tonight, a special Sugar Shack dinner will introduce you to Quebec’s unique culture complete with a maple syrup making tour, musical entertainment and traditional French Canadian cuisine. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Basilica-Cathedral Notre-Dame, St. Anne de Beaupre and Montmorency Falls: Begin the day at St. Anne de Beaupre. This beautiful shrine is the oldest pilgrimage site in North America. Continue to Manor Montmorency, once the summer home of the Duke of Kent, for a breathtaking view of Montmorency Falls. Higher than Niagara, Montmorency is Eastern Canada’s highest waterfall. In the heart of Quebec sits Basilica-Cathedral Note-Dame de Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio and Our Lady of the Cape Shrine: Learn the intricacies of copper art at the
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Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio with a tour and hands-on workshop to make your own copper work of art. In Trois Rivieres, visit Canada’s National Shrine, Our Lady of the Cape. Built in 1714, it is one of the two oldest churches in Canada. With its magnificent stained-glass windows and unique 5,425-pipe Casvant organ, the shrine welcomes over 250,000 pilgrims a year. Meals: B, D
DAY 6 Honey Bees, English Teas and Saint Michel: Begin at Miellerie Lune de Miel Honey Farm where this family-run business produces honey products. Learn its production and taste the sweetness. Then, stop for English High Tea in Quebec’s fashionable Eastern Townships. In Sherbrooke, a local guide conducts a tour of the city’s sites including the immense frescos highlighting the region’s rich heritage and visit the Basilica-Cathedral of Saint Michel, a Gothic masterpiece. Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Abbey Saint-Benoit-du-Lac, Mount Orford and Grand Cru Lake Cruise: This morning visit beautiful Abbey Saint-Benoit-du-Lac, a Benedictine Monastery. Follow in Saint Benedict’s footsteps and learn about daily Monastic life, admire the beautiful architecture and understand how the monks support the needs of the community. Perhaps you will purchase some of the cheeses, cider and fruit compotes made here. On the Mont Orford gondola, be whisked away to the top for breathtaking views of the surrounding autumn foliage. Tonight, the farewell dinner is aboard the Grand Cru vessel which sails on beautiful Lake Memphremagog and serves up a delicious gourmet meal. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Transfer to Montreal and Home: After breakfast your group transfer takes you to Montreal’s Dorval Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Le Nouvel Hotel, Montreal, Quebec Days Three and Four Hotel Chateau Laurier, Quebec City, Quebec Days Five Gouverneur Hotel, Trois-Rivieres, Quebec Days Six and Seven Hotel OTL Gouverneur, Sherbrooke, Quebec TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend two nights in Montreal, French Canada’s most vibrant city • Take a guided tour of Montreal including Old Montreal, St. Joseph’s Oratory and Jacques Cartier Square
• Visit Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica • Ride Canada’s VIA Rail Business Class service from Montreal to Quebec • Spend two nights in Quebec City and take a guided tour including Old Quebec, Place Royale and the Citadel • Enjoy dinner and entertainment in a real Quebec Sugar Shack • Visit the sacred St. Anne de Beaupre Shrine and marvel at the beautiful Montmorency Falls
• Marvel at the Basilica-Cathedral Notre-Dame de Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio hands-on experience • Travel the historic “King’s Road” along the St. Lawrence River
• Visit Canada’s National Shrine, Our Lady of the Cape, with its magnificent stained-glass windows and 5,425-pipe Casvant organ • Spend two nights in historic Sherbrooke and visit Lune de Miel Honey farm • Enjoy English High Tea in Quebec’s Eastern Townships and see the Basilica-Cathedral Saint Michel • Visit the grand Abbey de Saint-Benoit-du-Lac and take the Mont Orford Gondola for fantastic views • Enjoy a special gourmet dinner aboard the elegant Grand Cru on Lake Memphremagog
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Toronto’s incredible CN Tower
NEW TOUR
Eastern Canada Explorer featuring Ottawa, Toronto and Niagara Falls
8 DAYS • 12 MEALS Join us in Eastern Canada on a journey that includes Ottawa’s Parliament Hill, the St. Lawrence River’s Thousand Islands National Park, Toronto’s incredible CN Tower and Niagara’s thundering waterfalls. Taste the fine wines of Canada’s Niagara region and take a thrilling boat ride to the very foot of Niagara Falls.
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Hotel Overnights
Ottawa
Visit
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Tour Route
ONTARIO Gananoque
2 Toronto Niagara Falls
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Buffalo
1
NEW YORK
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 12 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
Picturesque Parliament Building, Ottawa
DAY 1 Arrive in New York State: Arrive in Buffalo, New York and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager and fellow travelers at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Travel Around Lake Ontario to Canada: Depart Buffalo this morning and travel around Lake Ontario to Canada. Have your passports ready as you cross the historic St. Lawrence River and into our “Neighbors to the North.” The destination is the majestic city of Ottawa, your home for the next two nights. Meal: B
DAY 3 Ottawa, Canada’s Capital City: Today a local guide conducts a narrated sightseeing tour of Ottawa, Canada’s stately capital. See the picturesque Parliament buildings, the colorful open-air marketplace as well as the residences of both the Governor General and Prime Minister. Also included are the War Memorial, the Peace Tower and the historic Rideau Canal. In the afternoon you will tour the Canadian History Hall followed by a canoe expedition aboard a traditional Montreal Canoe to explore the Ottawa River and its rich historical surroundings. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Cruising In Canada’s Thousand Islands National Park: Leave Canada’s capital behind this morning and
• Spend two nights in Canada’s capital city Ottawa and see Parliament Hill, the House of Commons and the War Memorial • Tour the Canadian History Hall followed by a canoe expedition aboard a traditional Montreal Canoe on the Ottawa River • Cruise through the beautiful Thousand Islands, known as the “Garden of the Great Spirit” by the native peoples of the region • Spend two nights in cosmopolitan Toronto and take a narrated tour including City Hall, Parliament and Chinatown • Visit Casa Loma Castle, the renowned Toronto Landmark featuring unique architecture and stained glass
• Soar to new heights at the top of the CN Tower for dramatic views of Toronto and enjoy an included dinner • Tour and wine tasting at the Niagara Peninsula’s original winery, Inniskillin • Included family-style lunch and wine pairing at Jackson-Triggs Estate followed by a winery tour
• Spend two nights in beautiful Niagara Falls, Canada • Enjoy a thrilling ride to the foot of Niagara Falls aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruises catamaran • Ride the exciting Niagara SkyWheel for breathtaking views of the Horseshoe and American Falls • $40 in Mayflower Money
depart for the river town of Gananoque where you
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Eastern Canada Explorer board your cruise vessel for a journey through Canada’s Thousand Islands National Park. This collection of islands was known by the native peoples as “Manitoana” or the “Garden of the Great Spirit.” You will see 5th and 6th generation family cottages, a wide variety of wildlife, lighthouses and breathtaking views. Back on land, continue to the Ontario capital of Toronto, your home for the next two nights. Meal: B
winery-rich Niagara Peninsula. Here, a stop at the region’s original winery, Inniskillin for a tour and tasting is planned. Then, continue to another of the peninsula’s great wineries Jackson-Triggs. Here, you are treated to a casual family-style lunch served with a carefully paired glass of wine followed by an estate tour. Later, continue to the beautiful town of Niagara Falls, your home for the next two nights. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Toronto Touring and CN Tower: Welcome
DAY 7 Exploring Niagara Falls: This morning take an unforgettable boat ride to the foot of Niagara Falls. Experience the power and majesty of Niagara Falls from this remarkable and up-close vantage point. Later, climb aboard the world-class Niagara SkyWheel for a breathtaking view of the Horseshoe and American Falls. At 175 feet tall and featuring 42 fully enclosed gondolas, this is the most exciting way to see the falls. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner. Meals: B, D
to Toronto, Canada’s largest city. Here a local guide conducts a panoramic tour of this cosmopolitan city. See the unique City Hall building, Parliament and Toronto’s Chinatown district. Later, a visit to Casa Loma Castle is included. The home of Sir Henry Pellatt, a prominent Canadian financier of the early 20th century, this renowned Toronto landmark features unique architecture and beautiful stained glass. For some excitement, you will soar high to the top of the famous CN Tower. Experience the dramatic panoramic views of Toronto and enjoy a delicious included dinner high atop the tower. Meals: B, D
DAY 8 Return Home from Buffalo: Bid a fond farewell to Canada this morning with a group transfer at 8:30 a.m. to the Buffalo Niagara International Airport for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Meal: B
DAY 6 Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Trail: Skirting Lake Ontario, your travels today take you through the
Stop at Niagara Peninsula’s Inniskillin winery for a tour and tasting
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Niagara Falls, Ontario
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Holiday Inn, Buffalo, New York Days Two and Three Lord Elgin Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario Days Four and Five Ramada Plaza, Toronto, Ontario Days Six and Seven DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa, Niagara Falls, Ontario
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Peggy’s Cove, the picturesque fishing village
NEW TOUR
Nova Scotia and Canada’s Maritimes featuring Cape Breton, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island 9 DAYS • 14 MEALS Welcome to Canada’s Maritimes. Home to the world’s highest tides, breathtaking beaches and forests, historic harbors and the freshest seafood, these delightful provinces will give you memories that last a lifetime. DAY 1 Arrive in Nova Scotia: Welcome to Halifax, Nova Scotia’s capital. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions. DAY 2 Halifax, Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove: After a get-acquainted breakfast a local guide conducts a tour of Halifax. Hear the history of the city’s war years, the devastating Halifax explosion and learn about the city’s connection to the Titanic disaster. Then, visit the port town of Lunenburg featuring National Historic Sites and a thriving waterfront. Stop at Peggy’s cove, the picturesque fishing village famous for its weathered granite rocks and scenic lighthouse. Back in Halifax, see the beautiful waterfront and visit The Citadel, the restored British fort and National Historic Landmark. Meals: B, D
DAY 3 Cape Breton Island: Depart for beautiful Cape Breton Island. Originally settled by the Loyalists from New York state, they were followed by Scottish
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immigrants, choosing this region as it reminded them of their homeland. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck, Nova Scotia, overlooking beautiful Bras d’Or Lake. Meals: B, D
DAY 4 Cabot Trail: Spectacular scenery is the highlight today as you travel along the Cabot Trail through Cape Breton Highlands National Park. With its charming communities and breathtaking scenery, a visit to Cape Breton is sure to thrill. Enjoy a relaxing picnic-style box lunch along the way and experience the scenic nooks and crannies of this remarkable landscape. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Ferry to Prince Edward Island: Travel by ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island. Your two-night stay on PEI gives you ample time to explore this quaint part of Canada. This evening savor a traditional lobster dinner, complete with all the fixings. Meals: B, D
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CANADA Visit
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
Tour Route
NEW BRUNSWICK
Saint John
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DAY 9 Travel Home: Depart this morning with a transfer to Halifax’s Stansted International Airport for flights home today. Meal: B
.................................................. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Hotel Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia Days Three and Four Inverary Resort, Baddeck, Nova Scotia Days Five and Six Rodd Royalty Hotel, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Day Seven Delta Hotel, Saint John, New Brunswick Day Eight Holiday Inn Express, Enfield, Nova Scotia TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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EASY ENERGETIC
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Halifax
Grand-Pre Peggy’s Cove National Historic Site
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Narrated tour of Halifax including The Citadel National Historic Landmark
• Visit the port towns of Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove with its famed lighthouse • Tour the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, featuring the largest collection of his inventions
• Travel the scenic Cabot Trail through Cape Breton Highlands National Park • Travel by ferry to Prince Edward Island and enjoy a narrated tour of Charlottetown • See a musical performance at the Confederation Center for the Arts • Visit the home of Anne of Green Gables, one of the island’s most popular attractions • Travel the nine-mile-long Confederation Bridge across Northumberland Strait
• Take a narrated cruise on Shediac Bay and enjoy a succulent lobster lunch • See the amazing Hopewell Rocks and beautiful Fundy National Park • Sail across the Bay of Fundy aboard the MV Fundy Rose
• Tour Grand-Pre National Historic Site and Interpretive Center
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2 Dartmouth
Digby
DAY 6 Explore Prince Edward Island: Begin with a
into view as the MV Fundy Rose ferry takes you back to Nova Scotia. Stop at Grand-Pre National Historic Site, site of an 17th and 18th century Acadian Village. Visit the Interpretive Center and stroll the gardens. Tonight, your Tour Manager hosts a farewell dinner. Meals: B, D
NOVA SCOTIA
Enfield
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
DAY 8 Bay of Fundy Ferry and Grand-Pre National Historic Site: Breathtaking views of the Bay of Fundy come
Woods Island
Shediac
Fundy National Park
Depart PEI across the nine-mile-long Confederation Bridge to Shediac, “Lobster Capital of the World.” Enjoy a narrated cruise on the warm waters of Shediac Bay while having a freshly cooked lobster lunch. A stop is made at Hopewell Rocks, unique rock formations known for their natural beauty. Meals: B, L
2 Baddeck
2
Hopewell Rocks
DAY 7 Shediac Lobster Cruise and Hopewell Rocks:
Cabot Trail
Charlottetown
Ferry Route
tour of Charlottetown, settled by the French, Scottish, English and Irish. Visit the Anne of Green Gables Home, and explore the marvelous beaches and woodlands along the way. Later, enjoy a musical performance at the Confederation Centre for the Arts. Meal: B
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Highlights of the Canadian Rockies featuring Calgary, Jasper and Banff 9 Days • 13 Meals Canada’s rugged and beautiful Rocky Mountains are the highlight of this adventure. From scenic Badlands and big cities to mighty rivers and immense glaciers, Alberta’s Rocky Mountains welcome you. Lanky cowboys and prehistoric fossils wait amid the crisp air and pristine waters of Canada’s west.
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Jasper
2 Maligne Lake
ALBERTA CANADA Lake Louise Banff
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Drumheller
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Hotel Overnights
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Calgary
Visit Tour Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners • Round trip airport transfers
West Edmonton Mall
DAY 1 Arrive in Calgary: Welcome to one of North America’s most rugged and beautiful cities, Calgary. Known for its cowboys and spectacular beauty, Calgary was brought to the world’s attention during the 1988 Winter Olympics. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions.
DAY 2 Fort Calgary and Heritage Park: After breakfast,
• Spend three nights in Calgary, known for its cowboys and beauty tour of Calgary including a Panoramic sightseeing visit to Fort Calgary visit to Calgary Tyrrell Museum, home to more than • Visit theFort Royal 130,000 fossils than 130,000 fossils • Time for shopping at world famous West Edmonton Mall Edmonton • Spend two Mall nights in the mountain town of Jasper inside Jasper National Park • Enjoy a leisurely narrated cruise on Maligne Lake with some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rockies
embark on a panoramic sightseeing tour of Calgary. See the city’s many communities along with Stampede Park and Canada Olympic Park. At Fort Calgary learn about the city’s colorful history. Then, take a step back into Canada’s historic past at Heritage Park. Here you will learn about life as a 19th-century fur-trader or old fashioned blacksmith. In the Gasoline Alley Museum, admire the collection of 1908 REO Autobuggies and 1912 Buicks, or stroll through Heritage Town Square and chat with the locals in their traditional clothing. Meals: B, D
• Travel the scenic Icefields Parkway through Jasper and Banff National Parks
DAY 3 Dinosaurs of the Royal Tyrrell Museum: In the
• Visit Chateau Lake Louise located on the vibrant blue, glacier-fed waters of Lake Louise
town of Drumheller see the “World’s Largest Dinosaur” en route to the Royal Tyrrell Museum. Home to more than 130,000 fossils the Royal Tyrrell is situated inside Midland Provincial Park which is part of the Dinosaur Trail stretching from the Alberta Badlands to Dinosaur Provincial Park. Take a leisurely walk in the park and see the fascinating exhibits and displays in this palaeontology research center. Later, continue to Edmonton. Meal: B
• Snowcoach excursion on the Columbia Icefield’s Athabasca Glacier, the largest in North America • Take a walk on the new Glacier Skyway, a glass walkway offering spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains • Spend two nights in the town of Banff inside Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park • Take a leisurely interpretive hike around Johnson Lake with an included picnic lunch
• Take a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking view of the Banff village valley and surrounding mountains • Enjoy a farewell dinner high atop Calgary Tower • $45 in Mayflower Money
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Highlights of the Canadian Rockies DAY 4 West Edmonton Mall and Jasper National Park: Begin the day at North America’s largest shopping center, the West Edmonton Mall. With over 800 stores, nine world-class attractions, two hotels and over 100 dining venues, the West Edmonton Mall has something for everyone. Later, travel to Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In spite of its highways and railroad, Jasper National Park looks very much like it did when David Thompson, Canada’s great fur-trade-era explorer, first saw it. Meals: B, D
DAY 5 Maligne Lake Cruise: Today enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Jasper National Park as you cruise Maligne Lake with its unparalleled vistas. Learn of the local history, geology, wildlife and glaciology of Maligne Lake and Jasper National Park as some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rockies drifts past your window. Watch moose lazily wander the shoreline and look for other wildlife that are native to the area. In the afternoon, return to Jasper in plenty of time for exploring. Meal: B
DAY 7 Johnson Lake Hike and Lake Louise: After breakfast take the short drive to beautiful Johnson Lake just outside Banff. Here, you break into smaller groups for a leisurely interpretive hike around the lake to learn about the flora and fauna as well as the history of this peaceful region. A picnic lunch is included before traveling to beautiful Chateau Lake Louise where majestic mountains soaring skyward are reflected in the vibrant blues of the glacier-fed Lake Louise. Back in Banff, explore this quaint village, full of wonderful shops and charming boutiques. Meals: B, L
DAY 8 Banff Sightseeing and Calgary Tower: This
DAY 6 Athabasca Glacier Snowcoach Ride and Glacier Skywalk: Today, trade in your motorcoach for a “snowcoach” and venture on to North America’s largest glacier, the Columbia Icefield’s Athabasca Glacier.
Take a Snowcoach ride on the Athabasca Glacier
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You will travel in a specially designed vehicle to the middle of the glacier, as your driver points out interesting geological features. At the icefall below the glacier headwall, you will step out onto ice formed from snow which fell as long as 400 years ago. Then, take a walk on the incredible Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform perched 918 feet above spectacular glacier-formed valleys and rushing waterfalls. Later, arrive in the mountain town of Banff. Meals: B, L
morning explore the many attractions of Banff. See Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain before climbing aboard a gondola for a ride in enclosed cars to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Spectacular panoramic views of the village and
Jasper National Park in the Rocky Mountains
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Drumheller Hoodoos at Midland Provincial Park
valley below await. Tonight, dinner is in Sky 360, high atop Calgary Tower for a memorable evening. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Travel Home: Following breakfast, depart Calgary on a group transfer to the Calgary Airport for flights home after 10:00 a.m. Meal: B
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One and Two Homewood Suites, Calgary, Alberta Day Three Sawridge Hotel, Edmonton, Alberta Days Four and Five Sawridge Hotel, Jasper, Alberta Days Six and Seven Rundle Stone Lodge, Banff, Alberta Day Eight Hampton Inn, Calgary, Alberta
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Ride the Rocky Mountaineer through the spectacular Canadian Rockies
Canadian Rockies by Rail featuring Banff, Vancouver and the Rocky Mountaineer Train 8 DAYS • 14 MEALS The beauty of Canada’s west comes alive on an unforgettable rail adventure aboard the famed Rocky Mountaineer on two awe-inspiring days through the spectacular Canadian Rockies. Also visit the cowboy capitol of Calgary, the beautiful mountain town of Banff and the picturesque and cosmopolitan Vancouver.
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Kamloops
Lake Louise
1 Rocky Mountaineer
3
1
Vancouver
BRITISH COLUMBIA
2 Banff Calgary
1
ALBERTA
Hotel Overnights Visit Tour Route Train Route
Tour Highlights ............................................. • 14 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners • Round trip airport transfers • Spend one night in Calgary, Alberta’s center of Cowboys and Culture Calgary’s living museum, Heritage Park
DAY 1 Arrive in Calgary: Welcome to one of North America’s most rugged and beautiful cities, Calgary. Known for its cowboys and spectacular beauty, Calgary was brought to the world’s attention during the 1988 Winter Olympics. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
DAY 2 Calgary Tower and Heritage Park: Get to know Calgary on a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. Get your first glimpse of the Canadian Rockies from high atop the 626-foot tall Calgary Tower. Then, take a step back into Canada’s colorful past at Heritage Park. Here you will learn about life as a 19th-century fur-trader or old-fashioned blacksmith. In the Gasoline Alley Museum, admire the collection of 1908 REO Autobuggies and 1912 Buicks, or stroll through Heritage Town Square and chat with the locals in their traditional clothing. Then, depart for Banff and your hotel. Meals: B, D DAY 3 Explore Banff and Lake Louise: Today, explore Canada’s first National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Banff. See Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain before taking the gondola ride in enclosed cars to the peak of Sulphur Mountain for a spectacular panoramic view of the village and valley below. Later, travel to beautiful Chateau Lake Louise where majestic mountains soaring skyward are reflected in the vibrant blues of the glacier-fed Lake Louise. Meals: B, D
• Take a panoramic sightseeing tour of Calgary and the Canadian Rockies from high atop the 626-foot tall Calgary Tower • Step back into Canada’s colorful past at Heritage Park with its fur-traders, blacksmith and collection of vintage automobiles • Spend two nights inside Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park
• Take a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking view of the Banff village valley and surrounding mountains
• Travel the scenic Icefields Parkway from Banff to Lake Louise • Visit Chateau Lake Louise • Spend two full days on board the Rocky Mountaineer train in Silver Leaf Class* as you pass some of the most breathtaking scenery in North America • Spend one night in scenic Kamloops, nestled in the Rocky Mountains • Spend three nights in cosmopolitan Vancouver, the gem of Canada’s Pacific Coast • Take a panoramic tour of Vancouver to see its downtown core, spectacular North Shore and beautiful Stanley Park
• Tour the Museum of Anthropology renowned for its works by the First Nation bands • Visit the Gulf of Georgia Cannery which echoes the days BC was a leading salmon producer • Enjoy a lunch cruise though the coastal mountain fjord of Indian Arm aboard the luxurious MV Harbour Princess • $40 in Mayflower Money
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Canadian Rockies by Rail DAY 4 Ride the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops:
Board the Rocky Mountaineer in Silver Leaf Class and begin the journey westward. Departing Banff National Park the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. You will also cross the Continental Divide. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow-capped mountains. After Craigellachie, where the “last spike” was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885, you pass through the vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Overnight in Kamloops. Meals: B, L
DAY 5 Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver: Upon leaving the city of Kamloops the train will follow the Thompson River through the Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon’s true highlights is Hell’s Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon’s walls at its narrowest point. En route you will pass through the scenic Fraser Canyon and the fertile Fraser Valley. The Rocky Mountaineer takes you into the interior of British Columbia to the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. Meals: B, L
DAY 6 Vancouver Sightseeing and Museum of Anthropology: Vancouver, its dramatic location between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, is sure to inspire you. Enjoy an included sightseeing tour to see Vancouver’s downtown core, the spectacular North Shore and beautiful Stanley Park. In the afternoon you’ll visit the Museum of Anthropology renowned for its world arts and cultures and works by the First Nation bands. Later visit the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. Built in 1894 this National Historic Site echoes the days of when British Columbia was a leading salmon producer. Meal: B
DAY 7 Indian Arm Lunch Cruise: Today, climb aboard the luxurious MV Harbour Princess for a remarkable cruise through the Indian Arm, a coastal mountain fjord located right in Vancouver’s backyard. Sail the calm inland waters of Vancouver’s inner harbor, through Burrard Inlet and into Indian Arm. Once heavily-glaciated, the region features spectacular landscapes with lush green forests, pristine waterfalls, panoramic vistas and wildlife. Enjoy a wonderful buffet lunch while enjoying the scenery. Meals: B, L, D
View from the peak of Sulphur Mountain in the Canadian Rockies
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Stanley Park, Vancouver
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False Creek and the Burrard Street bridge in Vancouver
Enjoy a remarkable cruise aboard the MV Harbour Princess
DAY 8 Return Home: Following breakfast, depart Canada with a transfer to the Vancouver Airport for flights out today. Meal: B
Sunrise at Moraine Lake in Banff, Alberta
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day One Sandman Hotel, Calgary, Alberta Days Two and Three Irwin’s Mountain Inn or High Country Inn, Banff, Alberta Day Four The Delta Hotel (or similar), Kamloops, British Columbia Days Five through Seven Pacific Gateway Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia
• *Limited Gold Leaf seating available.
Call for rates and schedules from your city to Calgary and from Vancouver. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Calgary is $159 and in Vancouver is $349, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Enjoy the PEAK 2 PEAK experience
Western Canada Explorer featuring Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler
9 DAYS • 15 MEALS Unforgettable experiences await in Canada’s Golden Triangle, Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler. It is here where mountain gondolas, a First Nations cultural experience, a regional Foodie Tour and an incredible wildlife cruise await. Travel Canada’s extensive ferry system to Vancouver Island and enjoy the impressive Butchart Gardens.
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BRITISH COLUMBIA CANADA Campbell River
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• 15 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners August and September departures include an exciting Grizzly bear tour
DAY 1 Arrive in Beautiful British Columbia: Welcome to Canada’s rugged Northwest in Vancouver and transfer to your hotel. Meet your Tour Manager in the hotel lobby at 5:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Meal: D
Day 2 Vancouver Sightseeing and Capilano Suspension Bridge: Vancouver, the home of Canada’s Golden Triangle with its dramatic location between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean is sure to inspire you. Enjoy an included sightseeing tour to see Vancouver’s downtown core, the spectacular North Shore and beautiful Stanley Park. In the afternoon, head to North Vancouver and visit the impressive Capilano Suspension Bridge. Originally built in 1889 the bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano River. Cross the bridge for spectacular views of the rainforest and learn the history of the region in the Story Center. Meal: B
DAY 3 Whistler’s PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Experience: Travel the fabulous “Sea to Sky Highway” today to beautiful Whistler. At the base of Blackcomb Mountain climb aboard the first of three gondolas for a ride to Rendezvous Lodge high atop Blackcomb. The views are spectacular on the PEAK 2 PEAK gondola, a 1.88 milelong ride across the mountain valley to Whistler Mountain. At Roundhouse Lodge, have a bite to eat and explore the mountain. Your final gondola takes you down to Whistler Village where quaint shops and stores await. Time for shopping before going back to Vancouver. Meals: B, D
• Round Spendtrip fourairport nightstransfers in cosmopolitan Vancouver • Take a panoramic tour of Vancouver to see its downtown core, spectacular North Shore and beautiful Stanley Park and visit Capilano Suspension Bridge
• Travel the scenic “Sea to Sky Highway” to Whistler and enjoy the PEAK 2 PEAK experience, a 1.88 mile-long gondola ride between Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains • Travel by BC Ferry to Vancouver Island and visit world-famous Butchart Gardens • Included city tour of Victoria with its delightful English flavor, red double-decker buses and Tudor-style buildings • Visit Victorian-era Craigdarroch Castle and take the walking Victoria Food Tour, a delicious culinary experience • Enjoy a First Nations Cultural Experience at the I-Hos Gallery featuring a cultural experience and lunch with traditional Bannock bread • Spend two nights at the illustrious Painter’s Lodge, located on the banks of the Discovery Passage
• July departures include an Orca Whale Watching cruise to see a host of local marine wildlife in the area with an included lunch • August and September departures include an exciting Grizzly Bear Tour featuring specially designed viewing platforms and lunch • Travel by BC Ferry to Vancouver for a farewell dinner • $45 in Mayflower Money
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Western Canada Explorer DAY 4 BC Ferry to Victoria and Butchart Gardens:
DAY 6 First Nations Cultural Experience: Make your
This morning, board the BC Ferry Service for the journey across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island. Discover why Butchart Gardens are world-famous for ornate landscaping and superb Italian, Japanese, and rose gardens. On a sightseeing tour, picturesque Victoria maintains a delightful English flavor, with red double-decker buses, Tudor-style buildings and immaculate gardens. A guided tour features the Parliament Buildings, the British Columbia Provincial Museum, Beacon Hill Park and Christ Church Cathedral.
way up the east coast of Vancouver Island to Courtenay for a visit to the I-Hos Gallery and a First Nations cultural experience. In a traditional long house your First Nations host teaches the history and culture with a talk and live performance. Next, have lunch of a Bannock taco featuring traditional Bannock bread. Later, continue to Vancouver Island’s gateway to nature and adventure, Campbell River. Your hotel, the illustrious Painter’s Lodge is located on the banks of Discovery Passage. Meals: B, L
Meals: B, D
DAY 7 Whale Watching or Grizzly Bear Watching Tours: July departures are perfect for whale watching
DAY 5 Craigdarroch Castle and Victoria Food Tour:
along the Northwest coast. The waters are alive with the resident Orca Killer Whales and a host of local wildlife on this full day excursion. Experience the feeling of wonder as they pass by the boat and listen to their calls through underwater microphones. August and September departures include the exciting Grizzly bear tour. Your comfortable, high-speed, covered vessel takes you to the Orford River Valley where specially-designed viewing platforms offer some of the best Grizzly bear viewing on the west coast. Both trips include lunch. Meals: B, L
Begin the day at the Victorian-era Scottish Baronial mansion, Craigdarroch Castle. Built by coal baron Robert Dunsmuir, this National Historic Site has been meticulously restored and gives a glimpse of the privileged life in the 1890s. Then, meet a Victoria Food Tour guide for a delicious culinary experience. This leisurely walking tour includes some of Victoria’s finest restaurants, local favorites and hidden culinary delights. Meals: B, L
Explore the world-famous ornate landscaping of Butchart Gardens
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
DAY 8 Ride the BC Ferry to Vancouver: Travel south to the coastal town of Nanaimo. Here, board the BC Ferry Service again for the return journey across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver. Tonight, your Tour Manager hosts a farewell dinner where you gather to share memories of your Canadian adventure. Meals: B, D
DAY 9 Return Home: Following breakfast, depart Canada from Vancouver Airport with flights out anytime today. Meal: B
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days One through Three and Eight Pacific Gateway Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia Days Four and Five Best Western Carlton Plaza, Victoria, British Columbia Days Six and Seven Painter’s Lodge, Campbell River, British Columbia
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Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from Vancouver. Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. Cost for a room in Vancouver before and after the tour is $279, tax included. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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General Information and Terms & Conditions How to Make a Reservation Phone, fax or visit our website - or call your travel professional. Please provide the full first and last names of travelers as it appears on passport and include address, phone number, tour name and departure date. Space will be held until deposit is received which is due within five business days after making your reservation. Travel Agents Contact Mayflower Cruises & Tours 650 Warrenville Rd Suite 500 Lisle, IL 60532 (630) 435-8500 ext. 1 in Illinois (800) 323-7604 ext. 1 (630) 960-3575 fax www.mayflowercruisesandtours.com info@ mayflowercruisesandtours.com Reservation Hours Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Central Time Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Central Time Payments All deposits and final payments can be made by check or credit card. We accept the following credit cards: Discover, Visa, Master card, and American Express. Prices Subject to Change We reserve the right to vary itineraries and prices and substitute facilities, hotels or events of equal or better quality if necessary. Guaranteed Share Program for Single Travelers If you are traveling alone, are a non-smoker, and would like a roommate for cost savings, let us know at the time of booking your reservation. You will be paired with another traveler of the same gender at the twin rate. If no roommate is available, you will get a single room yet only pay the twin price. Guaranteed share reservations are available until the final payment period of a tour. Roommate Cancellation If you are booked as a “twin” and your roommate cancels their reservation, and you cannot find another roommate, you may either travel as a guaranteed share (see above) or travel as a single and pay the single supplement. Health and Walking on Tour Some sites visited have limited motorcoach access and may in volve considerable walking, stairs or inclines. Travelers should be in reasonably good health. Some programs include destinations in higher elevations that may have varying effects on individual travelers. Tour Managers and Coach Drivers cannot lift or assist travelers into transportation vehicles. Mayflower Cruises & Tours requires that persons requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the assistance. Revision Fees A fee of $25 per person per transaction will be charged for any changes, revisions or alterations made to your reservation after confirmation. Luggage Handling The tour cost includes porterage for one average size suitcase. A charge of $5.00 per hotel will be collected by the Tour Manager for each additional piece of luggage that you bring. Travel Documents Your travel documents will be in your possession approximately 14 days prior to departure. Documents include tour itinerary, departure and arrival information and times, hotel and ship information, clothing suggestions, baggage tags, plus any helpful hints. Mayflower Money, First Time Traveler and Referral Rewards For every day you are on tour, you’ll earn travel credits for future travel (Mayflower Money) with Mayflower Cruises & Tours. The more you travel the more you save. Travelers new to Mayflower Cruises & Tours are provided with First Time Traveler savings of up to $50 per person. Available
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at the request of individual tour members, the savings can be combined with other offers at the time of your reservation. With Mayflower’s Referral Rewards program you can earn hundreds of travel dollars when you refer a friend to us. Here is how it works – refer a friend that is NEW to Mayflower Cruises & Tours and you will earn up to a $100 Travel savings when your friend makes a reservation and pays the deposit on a tour that is 5 days or longer. The Travel savings is per friend. So if you bring in a couple that is new to Mayflower – you will earn $100 x 2 = $200 in savings. You can apply these savings on upcoming tours* you have with Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Your Friend also gets a First Time Traveler savings of $100. *Some restrictions apply, call for details.
recovery of the advance payments received by Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, NY 10001, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting www.ustoa.com.
Smoke Free Environment Although smoking is not allowed on the motorcoach, frequent rest/smoking stops are made.
2. Average physical activity on this program requires the ability to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, sometimes over uneven surfaces.
Travelers with Special Needs You must advise Mayflower at the time your booking is made of any disability requiring special attention. Mayflower will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of our travelers. Be aware that the Americans with Disabilities Act is appli cable only within the United States and that accommodations for disabled travelers outside the United States may be more limited. If a traveler requires assistance, we require that he/she be accom panied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the assistance. Neither Mayflower personnel, nor its suppliers, may lift or physically assist travelers. If a traveler thinks he/she might need assistance during a trip, he/she should call Mayflower to determine what assistance might reasonably be provided. If special arrangements are provided, and these arrangements add to the Tour Operator’s cost, the Tour Member will be responsible to pay the additional costs. Mayflower cannot provide special individual assistance to travelers with special needs for walking, dining or other routine activities.
3. A blend of longer and shorter touring days with walking tours. Expect more of the touring to be over uneven surfaces and involve more stairs.
Membership Mayflower reserves the right to withhold tour membership, or to require any traveler to leave a tour at any time, when such action is determined by Mayflower to be in the best interests of the traveler or the tour group. Children must be at least six years of age and accompanied at all times by a guardian. Force Majeure Except where otherwise expressly stated in these terms and conditions we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our obligations under our contract with you is prevented or affected by or you otherwise suffer any damage, loss or expense of any nature as a result of Force Majeure. “Force Majeure” means any event which we or the supplier of the services in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Responsibility These tour programs are operated by Mayflower Cruises & Tours, Inc. 650 Warrenville Rd, Suite 500, Lisle, IL 60532. In common with other companies, Mayflower acts only as an agent for Tour Members in arranging room accommodations, transportation, sightseeing, admissions and restaurants. Mayflower reserves the right in its sole discretion to make changes in the itinerary and is not responsible for expenses, loss of time, money or other occurrence resulting from a change of tour scheduling made for Tour Members. Mayflower reserves the right to accept, decline or retain any person as a member of the tour, and is not responsible for any losses or damages of personal property, or for injuries, expenses or damages incurred by any Tour Member. United States Tour Operators Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program Mayflower Cruises & Tours, Inc. shares the coverage available under the United States Tour Operators Association (“USTOA”) $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with affiliates of Mayflower Cruises & Tours who, as an Active Member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Mayflower Cruises & Tours travelers in the unlikely event of Mayflower Cruises & Tours bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Mayflower Cruises & Tours may be sufficient to provide only a partial
Tour Activity Level Travelers should be in reasonably good health. Please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice. 1. This program has a leisurely pace with minimal activity such as climbing stairs, boarding the motorcoach and walking within the hotels and ships.
4. Longer touring days with more walking tours mixed with some periods of standing. Expect more of the touring to be over uneven surfaces and involve stairs. 5. A more physical touring experience based on the destination. Involves longer walking tours, on uneven surfaces, may involve inclines, stair climbing, windy or wet conditions at sites and periods of standing. Expect some of the experiences to occur during the evening. Payment Information Listed below is a schedule of deposit and final payment due dates. You will note that the first category includes an optional Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) which is to be paid within five business days after your reservation. Please see “Travelers Protection Plan (TPP)” section on the next page for further explanation of this benefit. Deposit Schedule – Land tour price up to $3,500 Land Tour with Air* Deposit Per Person Final Payment $400 60 Day • With TPP Coverage • Without TPP Coverage $200 60 Day Land Tour Only* Deposit Per Person Final Payment • With TPP Coverage $350 60 Day • Without TPP Coverage $200 60 Days Deposit Schedule – Land tour price from $3,501 and up Land Tour with Air* Deposit Per Person Final Payment • With TPP Coverage $449 60 Days • Without TPP Coverage $200 60 Days Land Tour Only* Deposit Per Person Final Payment • With TPP Coverage $400 60 Days • Without TPP Coverage $200 60 Days Deposit Schedule: Alaska Adventure Cruise, Hawaii Cruising in Paradise, Canadian Rockies by Rail, New England and Canada Cruising Land/Cruise Tour with Air* Deposit Per Person • With TPP Coverage $799 • Without TPP Coverage $400
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Land/Cruise Tour only* Deposit Per Person Final Payment • With TPP Coverage $739 120 Days • Without TPP Coverage $400 120 Days *Land tour price is based on twin occupancy rate Refund and Cancellation Policy All payments for land, air and train arrangements (ticketed by Mayflower Cruises & Tours) will be refunded when cancellations are more than 90 days prior to departure less the deposit amount, which is non-refundable, unless otherwise noted below. If you purchase the optional Travelers Protection Plan (TPP), you will be refunded all payments, including the deposit amount, less the TPP premium amount.
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*Exception: If you purchased non-refundable airline tickets from Mayflower Cruises & Tours, the TPP does not provide a refund for the airline tickets in the event of a cancellation or a return transportation benefit if you must return home early. You will only be charged the TPP premium for the land tour instead of the premium for land tour with air. Should you choose not to purchase our Travelers Protection Plan, the following per person cancellation charges will be assessed for all tours and optional excursion costs:
own air, airport transfers are included provided their flight arrival and departure times meet the time frames suggested in the brochure.
North America Tours • 61 days or more: Deposit Amount • 60 to 31 days prior: 20% of tour cost • 30 to 15 days prior: 30% of tour cost • 14 to 1 day prior: 40% of tour cost • Day of departure or early departure from tour: 100% of tour cost • No refund on unused portions of the tour
Airline Security Measures: The Transportation Security Admin istration requires that travelers provide their name exactly to their airline as it appears on the passport or a government issued I.D.(such as a drivers license) to be used while traveling, along with their date of birth and gender when making reservations to fly within the U.S. When making your flight reservations through Mayflower Cruises & Tours, you will be asked for this information by our staff. Due to airline security measures, your photo I.D. or passport must match your airline ticket name and your tour reservation name or you may be denied aircraft boarding.
Alaska Adventure Cruise, Hawaii Cruising in Paradise, Canadian Rockies by Rail, New England and Canada Cruising • 121 days or more: Deposit Amount • 120 days until day of departure: 100% of the tour cost • No refund on unused portions of the tour Exclusions: Mayflower Cruises & Tours reserves the right to alter its Refund and Cancellation Policy when a substantial amount of cancellation or postponement of travel is attributable to: conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man-made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities between nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Air Services: Airfare may be purchased through Mayflower for travel originating in the United States. By using Mayflower’s air services, you accept that Mayflower is only acting as your agent and is not responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other monetary loss or expense of any nature that may arise directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or default of any carrier. Mayflower is not liable for, and does not assume responsibility or accept claims with regards to any losses incurred due to cancellation of flights or change in flight schedule resulting in additional expenses to you, even when the air services are purchased through Mayflower. Tour Price Includes: All motorcoach transportation noted in the tour itinerary, round trip airport transfers on the tour departure and return dates (only), services of the Tour Manager and driver, lodging, sightseeing, taxes, admissions, gratuities for bellmen and waiters for included meals, as well as future travel credits. Included meals are clearly noted in the touring description. Air transportation is available upon request, at additional cost, for United States and Canada Tours. For travelers purchasing their
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What is Not Included on the Tours: The land price of your tour does not include airfare to the tour departure point; excess luggage charges; items of a personal nature; meals not included on the itinerary; sightseeing attractions listed as “optional excur sions” and gratuities to the full time Tour Manager, motorcoach driver, all airport skycaps, van or limo drivers and local guides.
Passport & Visas for Canada and Mexico: Each U.S. citizen must have a valid passport for entry into Canada or Mexico. No other documents will be accepted. Expiry date of passports should be at least six months after the return date of tour. If you don’t have a passport, call our office and we’ll tell you how to apply for one. Holders of non-U.S. passports should contact their nearest consulate and inquire about the necessary passport or visa documentation required for entry into the countries visited.
Travelers Protection Plan
Our Travelers Protection Plan consists of a Cancellation Fee Waiver combined with Travel Insurance Benefits. Part A - Cancellation Fee Waiver (CFW) Should you have to cancel your tour or interrupt your tour en route, we have added a non-refundable Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) in our deposit schedule. If you do not wish to purchase this protection, simply deduct the amount from your deposit. This nonrefundable fee waives all cancellation fees and penalties, provided we are notified of the cancellation one day before your tour departs. While on tour, if a passenger must leave early due to a personal illness, illness or death of a member of the immediate family, the purchase of the Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) guarantees full refund for any unused services (including purchased optional excursions) after the departure of the tour. Handling of return air transportation is included if your airline tickets were provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours. *Exception: If you purchased nonrefundable airline tickets from Mayflower Tours, the TPP does not provide a refund for the airline tickets in the event of a cancellation or a return transportation benefit if you must return home early. You will only be charged the TPP premium for the land tour instead of the premium for land tour with air.
Mayflower Cruises & Tours is a proud member of Tourism Cares, a non- profit foundation that preserves historical sites and supports education that helps the future of travel and tourism.
Exclusions Mayflower Cruises & Tours reserves the right to alter its refund and cancellation policy when a substantial amount of cancel lation or postponement of travel is attributable to: conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man-made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities between nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Part B - Travel Insurance Benefits In addition to the Part A - Cancellation Fee Waiver, this plan also provides the following travel insurance benefits. These Part B Benefits are offered and administered by Trip Mate Insurance Agency, Inc., are underwritten by the insurance carriers listed below and are subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions of the policy: • $25,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment • $500 Trip Delay (Up to $100 Per Day) • $25,000 Medical Expense/Emergency Evacuation • 24 Hour Worldwide Assistance Service • $2,000 Baggage / Travel Documents • $500 Baggage Delay (Up to $100 Per Day) Certain exclusions and limitations apply and are detailed in the Description of Coverage Brochure which will be enclosed with your deposit receipt and is also available to you, upon request, at any time prior to your purchase of the plan. For example, cov erage does not apply to; suicide, normal pregnancy, war or any act of war, mental or nervous disorders. A Traveling Companion is defined as a person booked to share accommodations in the same room or cabin with you during your trip. Sickness or Injury must require care by a Physician and must commence while insurance is in force for you. This plan does not cover a loss that results from an illness, disease, or other condition (of you, an Immediate Family Member, Traveling Companion or Business Partner), event or circumstance which occurs at a time when this plan is not in force for you.
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Part B Travel Insurance is underwritten by Monumental General Casualty Company (all states except as otherwise noted) & Monumental Life Insurance Company (AK, KS, ME, MA, NH, NJ, NC, WA, WI, WY) & J.C. Penney Casualty Insurance Company (CO, MI, MN, NY, VT). For complete details on the protection plan refer to the Descrip tion of Coverage Brochure enclosed with your deposit receipt.
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Important! The Travelers Protection Plan must be purchased by the time of initial payment and may not be purchased at a later date.
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J URNEYS Mayflower’s commitment to Sustainability – meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This involves balancing economic interest against social and environmental concerns. Let’s all travel together to achieve this desired future state through recycling, conserving energy and motorcoach travel.
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