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Day Trips

September 22-29, 2023

Double Occupancy $4,199 pp Airfare Included

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The ever-changing landscapes of America's Canyonlands will leave you in awe of their unique beauty, a beauty that only the forces of nature can accomplish over centuries of time.

Bryce Canyon National Park

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8 Days 12 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Sedona • Grand Canyon • Cameron Trading Post • Monument Valley • Edge of the Cedars Museum & Ruins • Moab • Arches National Park • Jet Boat Ride • Dead Horse Point State Park • Capitol Reef National Park • Scenic Highway 12 • Grand Staircase - Escalante

National Monument • Bryce Canyon National Park • Zion National Park • Las Vegas

We'll meet in Phoenix before traveling across the Sonoran Desert to Sedona. After a stop at Oak Creek Canyon, continue on to Grand Canyon National Park for sightseeing. Then, travel into Navajo Nation and stop at the Cameron Trading Post for unique items produced by the local Indians. Continue through Indian country and the Arizona badlands into Monument Valley where a Navajo guide shows us the valley and its famous locations. Later, experience an evening of Navajo culture, food, and entertainment. Discover the history of the Anasazi Indians at Edge of the Cedars Museum & Ruins. After time in Moab, sightsee through Arches National Park then, take a Jet Boat Ride on the mighty Colorado River through spectacular red rock canyons followed by a delicious BBQ dinner served on the banks of the Colorado River. Visit Dead Horse Point State Park for one of the most spectacular scenes in the southwest and see the expanse of Canyonlands National Park stretching to the south and the mighty Colorado River 2,000 feet below. At Capitol Reef National Park, enjoy a picnic lunch before traveling on one of America’s most spectacular roads, Scenic Highway 12. Travel through Grand Staircase – Escalante National Monument before arriving in Bryce Canyon for a full day of sightseeing. After, visit Zion National Park before heading to Las Vegas where we’ll tour the city and spend our final night.

Colorado Train Adventure

October 3-9, 2023

Double Occupancy $4,099 pp Airfare Included

Single $4,799 pp Triple $3,899 pp

Traveling to summits of more than 14,000 feet, this classic train tour provides an in-depth exploration of the Colorado Rockies aboard both standard and narrow-gauge railways.

7 Days 10 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Durango & Silverton Railroad • Pikes Peak Cog Railway • Georgetown Loop Railroad • Royal Gorge Route Railroad &

Oktoberfest Dinner Experience • Mesa Verde National Park • Durango & Silverton • Royal Gorge Bridge and Park • Pagosa Springs • Glenwood Springs • Colorado Railroad Museum • Denver • Garden of the Gods

Spend a night in Denver before traveling to Golden to explore the Colorado Railroad Museum. Journey on the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad, a spectacular stretch of threefoot narrow gauge considered an engineering marvel for its time. Continue through the Rockies to the scenic mountain town of Glenwood Springs. Explore the historic town of Silverton. Board the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. "All aboard!" for a delightful trip through the Rockies while we view rugged peaks, alpine meadows, and crystal lakes. Explore the fun westen town of Durango. Explore Mesa Verde National Park, the nation’s largest archeological preserve. Visit Pagosa Springs, known for its hot springs. Stop to see the world's highest suspension bridge towering 1,053 feet above the Arkansas River. Board the Royal Gorge Route Railroad for a vintage train ride along the legendary Arkansas River deep within the Gorge. While onboard, enjoy an Oktoberfest Dinner experience! Visit Canon City and travel to Manitou Springs for a ride on the Pikes Peak Cog Railway and a true "Rocky Mountain High!" After a farewell dinner, fly home the next morning.

September 16-24, 2023

Double Occupancy $4,999 pp Airfare Included

Single $6,199 pp Triple N/A

See the best of California on this incredible journey along the world's most vibrant and stunning coastline to Yosemite National Park for a tram tour of the Spectacular Yosemite Valley Floor.

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9 Days 11 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Reagan Library & Air Force One • Santa Barbara • Hearst Castle • Big Sur Pacific Coast Highway 1 • San Francisco City Tour • Carmel & 17-Mile Drive • Yosemite National Park Tram Tour • Old Sacramento • Napa Valley • Winery Tour & Tasting • National Steinbeck Center

After arriving in Los Angeles, travel north to explore the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library featuring the Air Force One used by President Reagan and more! Follow the Pacific Coast north to Santa Barbara for a stop in one of California’s most picturesque cities. Stay overnight in Pismo Beach. Tour Hearst Castle, then journey north along the spectacular Big Sur Coast before arriving in Monterey for a 2-night stay. Enjoy the breathtaking scenic 17 Mile Drive and Carmel before arriving in Old Monterey. Shop and eat in Cannery Row and/or Fisherman’s Wharf which reflect the city’s long history with the sea. Travel to historic Old Town Salinas, the childhood home of author John Steinbeck and visit the national Steinbeck Center. Journey inland through the fertile San Joaquin Valley and stop at a Fruit Stand in the fertile Central Valley. Then climb the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and arrive at our overnight accommodations near Yosemite National Park for a 2-night stay. Spend the day touring Yosemite including a Tram Tour of the spectacular Yosemite Valley Floor. Travel through the Sierras into Gold Country at historic Old Sacramento. Drive into the famous Napa Valley for a Winery Tour & tasting. Continue southwest crossing the majestic Golden Gate Bridge to San Francisco for our final 2-night stay. Enjoy a city tour before flying home.

Albuquerque, NM Balloon Fiesta

October 6-11, 2023

Double Occupancy $3,399 pp Airfare Included

Single $3,999 pp Triple N/A

The skies are painted with balloons during the annual Balloon Fiesta featuring dazzling displays during the day, at dawn and at dusk. See these amazing displays and explore early Pueblo life and the artists of Santa Fe.

Mass Ascension, Photo Credit Eric Ward

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Balloon Fiesta • Balloon Glow & Fireworks • Albuquerque, NM Sightseeing Tour • Santa Fe, NM Sightseeing Tour • Pecos National Park

On our first full day in Albuquerque, enjoy a city tour to explore its history. Then, 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. The evening finishes with a vivid fireworks display. The next morning, 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. We'll have free time during the day to explore Old Town. At the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, experience a private tour followed by dinner and a live performance of a Native American dance troupe. A local guide 6 Days 8 Meals

takes us on a walking tour of historic Santa Fe. Visit the Loretto Chapel, a marvel of architectural ingenuity. For the shoppers, Governor's Plaza will provide a variety of shops and artist studios. On our final day out west, 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 westernmost battle of the Civil War, the Battle of Glorieta Pass that was fought March 26-28, 1862. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner before departing for home the following morning.

September 9-15 2023

Double Occupancy $3,899* pp Airfare Included

Single $4,999* pp

*Rates go up by $300 pp on 3/1/2023

The splendor of Yellowstone National Park comes to life on this tour which includes Grand Teton National Park, a scenic float trip on the Snake River and treasures of the Old West in historic Jackson Hole.

Old Faithful, Photo by James St John

7 Days 10 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Travel through scenic Idaho • Spend two nights in Yellowstone with a full-day sightseeing tour including Old Faithful & Mammoth

Hot Springs • Snake River Float Trip through

Grand Teton National Park • Bar J Chuckwagon Supper and

Western Show • Jackson Hole Playhouse

Performance • Salt Lake City Sightseeing Tour

After gathering in Salt Lake City, travel into Idaho to West Yellowstone. A full day of sightseeing at the nation’s first national park, features outstanding natural spectacles including renowned geysers and thermal basins. See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, including views from Inspiration and Lookout Points. Travel through Dunraven Pass and Tower Junction to Mammoth Hot Springs. Finally, explore Norris Geyser Basin and visit Old Faithful. Travel along Rockefeller Memorial Parkway into magnificent Grand Teton National Park, drive alongside Jackson and Jenny Lakes, visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, while enjoying views of the rugged, towering Tetons along the way. At Bar J Chuckwagon, enjoy an evening of song, stories, entertainment and authentic cowboy chow. The spectacular vistas of the Grand Teton Mountains offer a thrilling view from the white waters of the Snake River during a float trip. Spend two nights in Jackson Hole, bringing the Old West to life and while there, enjoy a show at the Jackson Hole Playhouse. Back in Salt Lake City, explore historic Temple Square and walk in the footsteps of the Mormon settlers.

Tournament of Roses Parade: Southern California New Year

December 29, 2023 - January 2, 2024

Double Occupancy $3,399* pp Airfare Included

Single $3,999* pp *Rates are estimated due to airfare not being confirmed yet.

Welcome to the Granddaddy of parades, featuring the beautiful pageantry and tradition of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrians and spirited marching bands.

Photo by Vlad Butsky

5 Days 6 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• Tournament of Roses Parade reserved bleacher seats • Rose Parade Float Building • Private New Year's Eve gala event • Los Angeles and Hollywood

Sightseeing Tour • Academy Museum of Motion

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Our tour kicks off 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 Library which chronicles the storied career of Ronald Reagan. Ring in the New Year at a private New Year’s Eve gala event. Put on your dancing shoes as a live orchestra fills the room with sounds from yesterday and today. Enjoy a spectacular dinner and champagne toast to celebrate the dawning of a New Year. A local guide shows us Los Angeles and Hollywood. From the Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral to the Disney Concert Hall, home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, the tour is a blend of old and new. See the Hollywood Bowl, Kodak Theater and the legendary Grauman’s Chinese Theater. At the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, view the collection of film-related objects and technology covering the history of motion pictures. Enjoy the 133rd Tournament of Roses Parade from reserved bleacher seats along Colorado Boulevard View the animated floats, the precision of the marching bands and the equestrian teams as we become part of an event that is seen throughout the world by millions. After, visit Santa Monica before flying home on our final day.

October 27† - November 6, 2023

†October 27th is an Overnight Transatlantic Flight

Single $4,199 pp Double $3,799 pp Airfare Included

Venice, Italy

This European tour offers it all - historic sights, big cities, quaint towns, and scenic beauty. It's a marvelous vacation!

11 Days 12 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• London • Eurostar Train to Brussels • Brussels • Venice • Venice Boat Ride • Verona • Paris Sightseeing Tour • Dijon • Lake Lucerne • Rhine River Cruise • Romantic Road

Our trip starts in London where we'll have a day to savor a rich program of optional activities. Travel the Eurostar Train to Brussels and enjoy an orientation drive of the Belgian capital. Journey into Germany to the shores of the mighty Rhine for a scenic cruise. Then, on to the Frankfurt area. Drive along the Romantic Road, through towns and villages with medieval towered gates and decorated fountains. Spend time in Rothenburg before heading to the Innsbruck area. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Alps. Arrive in Venice, where a boat ride along the Giudecca Canal to Piazza San Marco shows us the palazzos and maze of streets. Time at leisure to soak up the magical atmosphere of this unique city. Experience Venetian art at a glassblowing workshop. Stop in Verona for a stroll in the old city. Cross the Swiss border and enjoy the idyllic views of Canton Ticino, then on to the breathtaking beauty of Lake Lucerne and the Old Town. Journey into France for an overnight in the charming town of Dijon. Travel on the autoroute to Paris, where a local guide shows us many of the best-known Parisian sites.

Britain Sampler

September 10-19, 2023†

†September 10th is an Overnight Transatlantic Flight

Single $4,599 pp Double $3,799 pp Airfare Included

Even if you’re not bold enough to try bubble and squeak, haggis and tatties, or cockles and laverbread, you’ll still enjoy this perfect sampling of England, Scotland, and Wales.

Buckingham Palace

NEW! 10 Days 10 Meals

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• London sightseeing • Stonehenge • Roman Baths • Ludlow • Llangollen • Liverpool • Lake District Scenic drive • Grasmere • Gretna Green • Edinburgh Sightseeing Tour • Edinburgh Castle • Abbotsford, Sir Walter Scott's

House • Augustinian abbey in Jedburgh • The Shambles in York • Anne Hathaway's Cottage • Stratford-upon-Avon After an overnight flight and time to get acclimated to your new surroundings, enjoy a London sightseeing tour featuring the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister's Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral. Tour Stonehenge Guided and then visit the excavations of the Roman Baths in Bath. A local guide shows us Ludlow and Llangollen before free time in Liverpool. Experience Lake District (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) Scenic drive. Visit Wordsworth's beloved village in Grasmere. Sample Globus Local Favorite the original Grasmere gingerbread. In Gretna Green visit Globus Local Favorite "The Whisky House" and taste some well-known malts. A sightseeing tour of Edinburgh includes the New Town, Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland's Crown Jewels. Discover Abbotsford, Sir Walter Scott's House and take photos of the ruined Augustinian abbey in Jedburgh. See York Minster on a guided walk through The Shambles in York. See Anne Hathaway's Cottage and visit Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratfordupon-Avon. This is a trip you will never forget!

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