Sunrise Tours Jan 2021 catalog

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January - December, 2021

BRYCE CANYON

See Thor’s Hammer (pictured) and countless other iconic vistas of the American West on Canyonlands of Southern Utah (p. 20) On your 2nd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2021, take $50 pp off your tour fare, on your 3rd tour in 2021 take $100pp off and so on. The more you travel, the more you save!

SUNRISE TOURS 343 S. Kirkwood Rd., Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 (314) 916-6002 - St. Louis area (913) 374-6004 – Kansas City area travelsunrise.com


As we turn the page on 2020 and look ahead, we are very excited about the future of travel and about Sunrise Tours’ ability to bounce back from a challenging year. While we didn’t take many tours in 2020, we have not been idle. We have invested in new tour development, a new website and reservation system and made new contacts with travel destinations across the globe. That means that in 2021 and beyond, it is easier for you to register and travel with Sunrise Tours as we offer more opportunities to explore “off the beaten path” and iconic travel highlights around the world. As a vaccine is distributed and the pandemic recedes, we know there will be tremendous demand from people looking to make up time in achieving their travel dreams and most of the tours in this catalog will reach capacity. If you see a Sunrise Tour that strikes your fancy, sign up! As always, your deposit is refundable for any reason until final payment. We look forward to hitting the road again with you and thank you for traveling with Sunrise Tours!

Brent Dalrymple

What will my Sunrise Tour look like? Until the Covid-19 vaccine is widely distributed and transmission concerns have receded, traveling with Sunrise Tours will look a little different. We are committed to doing our best to keep you safe and healthy as you explore the world with Sunrise Tours. Along with our hotel, restaurant, motorcoach, and airline partners, we have instituted processes and guidelines to help keep you safe. As recommendations from the CDC and other professionals evolve and relax, our safety precautions and guidelines on tour may change. Details of Covid-19 precautions for your tour will be communicated before you make final payment. Listed below are the highlights of our efforts. • We may limit the number of travelers per tour, please call for details • Masks will be required while on the bus and in accordance with local guidelines. Bring your own or if you prefer, your Sunrise Tour manager will have one for your use • We will offer limited refreshments on the coach (you are always welcome to bring your own) • We will offer optional seat rotation while on tour • Enhanced cleaning of the motorcoach throughout your tour, including hand sanitizer available • You will be required to return a short health questionnaire within one week of departure • You are strongly advised to purchase travel protection (the plan offered by Sunrise Tours or any other plan of your choosing) to protect your travel investment should you need to cancel Unless otherwise indicated, “Coach” tours depart from the St. Louis area

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Cover image: Thor’s Hammer, Bryce Canyon National Park, taken by Caleb Lawson

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Note from HQ

March 2021

Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day.......................... 3 Cardinals Spring Training..............................4 Mighty Mississippi Delta...............................5

April 2021

Dogwood and Azaleas..................................5 Washington, DC Cherry Blossom Festival.....6 Southern Charm........................................... 7 WA Tulip Festival & Vancouver Island ...........8 Patriotic Pathways.......................................9 Red Rocks Spring Canyons......................... 10

May 2021

National Parks of Southwest...................... 11 Tulip Time in Pella....................................... 12 Nashville Spring......................................... 12 Crème de la Crème..................................... 13 Magnolia Market & More!........................... 14 Empire State Gardens................................ 15

June 2021

Presidential Pathways................................ 16 Grand Vacation to Michigan....................... 17 Texas’ Palo Duro Canyon............................ 18 Cardinals vs. Tigers..................................... 19 Canyonlands of Southern Utah...................20 Let Freedom Ring....................................... 21

July 2021

Cardinals vs Reds and Indians..................... 19 Europe in Wisconsin................................... 22 Yellowstone National Park & more!............ 23 Iceland.......................................................24 Northwest Coast........................................ 25

August 2021

Yellowstone National Park & more!............ 25 England and Scotland.................................26 Bar Harbor and the Canadian Maritime Provinces................................. 27 California National Parks & Las Vegas.........28 The Dakotas...............................................29

September 2021

Canyonlands of Southern Utah...................20 Great American Music Tour........................ 30 Door County............................................... 31 New York City and Hudson Valley............... 32 Small States by the Sea.............................. 33 Colorado Trains Amid Fall Color.................. 34 Canadian Rockies and Rocky Mountaineer. 35

October 2021

Albuquerque Balloon Fest.......................... 36 Michigan’s Upper Peninsula & The Grand Hotel.................................. 37 Paris/Normandy Cruise............................... 38 New England Fall Adventures.....................40 Niagara Falls and the Finger Lakes............. 41 Fall Mystery ............................................... 41

November 2021

Florida’s National Parks..............................42

december 2021

Colorado New Year’s Eve............................ 43 The 132nd Rose Parade and more............... 43 Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise.....44 Policies.......................................................46 Book Forms and Procedures....................... 47


Ireland for St. Patrick's Day A Sunrise Tours custom itinerary featuring a chance to march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Killarney

Day 1: Overnight flight to Dublin D, B (in flight) Day 2: Dublin City Tour – Guinness Brewery Join our local driver/guide for a tour of Dublin City, founded as a Viking settlement and home to the Irish Parliament since the creation of the Irish Free State in 1922. Highlights include St. Patrick’s Cathedral, fashionable Grafton Street, Trinity College which houses the Book of Kells and the Guinness Brewery founded in 1759 by Arthur Guinness. Overnight in Dublin at the Camden Court Hotel (or similar). D Day 3: National Stud Farm – Rock of Cashel – Kinsale Travel south to County Kildare, the center of Ireland’s horse breeding industry, for a guided tour of the Irish National Stud Farm. See the amazing Rock of Cashel, seat of the Kings of Munster from 370 – 1101 and early associations with St. Patrick. Overnight in Kinsale, a historic fishing town on the southern coastline of County Cork, at the four-star Trident Hotel overlooking Kinsale Harbour. B, D Day 4: Queenstown Story – Blarney Castle Travel to Cobh, one of the main points of emigration during the great famine, to experience “The Queenstown Story” which portrays the hardship of life on board ship as it sailed to the “New World”. Continue to Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone and return to Kinsale for a free afternoon to enjoy browsing in its many shops or observing the bustling harbor. B Day 5: West Cork – Mizen Head – Kenmare – Killarney Travel the southern coastline to Mizen Head, the most southerly point of Ireland, to visit the award-winning Maritime Museum and Heritage Attraction. Continue to Killarney taking in a 20-mile stretch of the famous Ring of Kerry. Check into the centrally located Killarney Plaza Hotel for a three-night stay. B, D Day 6: Muckross House & Gardens – St.Patrick’s Day Parade Board an Irish Jaunting Car to the Killarney

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National Park, a journey which winds its way through some of the oldest oak forests in Ireland for a visit to Muckross House and Gardens. Get your Shamrock ready and join the locals for a march in the annual Killarney St. Patrick’s Day Parade, one of the highlights of the year in Ireland and a Sunrise Tours exclusive experience you will treasure forever! The remainder of the evening is free to continue the celebrations and enjoy the atmosphere in some of Killarney’s many traditional pubs. B

Per person rates*

+travel protection $

double $3999 +$290 single $4399 +$331 * Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

Important Note:

Day 7: The Dingle Peninsula Enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the Dingle Peninsula, once cited as the “most beautiful place on earth” by the National Geographic. Enjoy some free time in Dingle for lunch before returning to Killarney and dinner in a local pub. B, D

• $300 per person deposit required

Passport Required

Day 8: Tralee - Shannon Ferry – Cliffs of Moher – Galway Travel to Tralee, capital town of County Kerry, and continue to Tarbert to board the Shannon Ferry to Killimer. Take the coast road to the majestic Cliffs of Moher which rise 600 ft over the Atlantic Ocean and continue through the lunar landscape of the Burren to the shores of Galway Bay and a two-night stay in the four-star Harbour Hotel, Galway. B, D Day 9: Connemara Explore Connemara, whose rugged scenes of mountains, lakelands and boglands created the background of countless movies including “The Quiet Man” with John Wayne and Maureen O Hara, including a visit to Kylemore Abbey. Enjoy a farewell dinner in a local pub accompanied by traditional Irish music. B, D Day 10: Flight home D, B in flight ✹

Note: If rescheduling this departure becomes necessary, we will visit Ireland March 12-21, 2022.

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Cardinals Spring Training See three games on an extended version of our popular journey to South Florida to watch the Redbirds prepare for a successful season. Day 1: Northwest Georgia D

nearby beach to take a stroll and enjoy a Sunrise tradition, a catered “BBQ on the Beach”. B, D

Day 2: Orlando area B, D Day 3: Jupiter, FL Game 1 See the first game of your spring training experience as the Cards take on the Mets at Roger Dean Stadium. After the game check into the Courtyard by Marriott Palm Beach Jupiter, the perfect location from which to experience the excitement of spring training! Located directly across the street from Roger Dean Stadium, the Cardinals home for spring training, the Courtyard offers unmatched convenience to the practice fields, games and Downtown Abacoa for shopping, dining and entertainment. 11 Northern A four-night stay Georgia enables a relaxing visit the Atlantic AL Coast of Florida. B, D Day 4: Game 2 Enjoy another game at Roger Dean Stadium as the Cardinals take on the Florida Marlins, the surprising wild card winners from the NL East in 2020. After the game, visit a

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Day 5: Game 3 Perhaps you’d like to head to Roger Dean Stadium a little early to see batting practice before the Redbirds take on the Washington Nationals? After today’s game refresh at the Courtyard before a group outing for dinner at Sunrise favorite, the Juno Beach Fish House. B, D Day 6: Free day A free day to do as you like! Relax by the pool and enjoy the South Florida sun, watch practice or attend a game at Roger Dean Stadium (the Marlins play the Astros at Roger Dean Stadium, additional SC cost) or stroll Downtown Abacoa for shopping First night deals and local fare. B Last night

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Day 7: Orlando area Begin our journey north with an overnight in the Orlando area. B, D Day 8: Northwest Georgia D Day 9: Return home B✹

COACH Mar 14-22, 2021 Per person rates

+travel protection $

double $2489 +$174 tpl/quad $2099 +$174 single $3569 +$233

FLY Mar 16-20, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $2589 +$206 tpl/quad $2269 +$174 single $3459 +$233 Important Note In the event of Cardinals spring training game(s) cancellations due to Covid, we WILL operate this tour. If game(s) are cancelled, we will refund the cost of the game ticket(s) AND include activities to explore south Florida. Examples of replacement activities may include: • Local guided tour of Miami and Biscayne National Park, Miami, FL • McKee Botanical Gardens, Vero Beach, FL • Sightseeing cruise of the famous canals of Fort Lauderdale, FL • Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum • Visit historic Jupiter Lighthouse • Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, FL • Loggerhead Marine life Center, Juno Beach, FL


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Mighty Mississippi Delta

Day 1: Birthplace of the Blues Region Following Ol’ Man River, travel deep into the heart of the MS Delta region full of spring blooms. Visit the Delta Blues Museum where Sam Cooke and Ike Turner honed their talents, then savor dinner at Ground Zero Blues Club owned by Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman. Unpack for a 3-night stay at the nouveau-chic Alluvian Hotel originally opened in 1917, recently revitalized and named a top 50 hotel by National Geographic Traveler. D Day 2: Vicksburg Visit Vicksburg National Military Park to commemorate the site where Ulysses S. Grant turned the tide of the Civil War. Explore the park’s USS Cairo Gunboat and Museum and view the remains of a Union ironclad gunboat raised from the muddy depths 100 years after its

sinking. Explore the Lower MS River Museum, and walk through an outdoor flood model and tour the Motor Vessel MS IV towboat. B, L Day 3: Delta Legends Explore the Mississippi Delta’s rich cultural heritage on a tour of the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center. Return to the hotel for a hands-on cooking class at the resident Viking Cooking School where even the homework is fun. The evening is at leisure to book a pampering spa experience, or simply relax on the hotel terrace watching the sunset. B, L Day 4: Oxford, MS Arrive Oxford, MS, acclaimed as the literary capital of the South to tour William Faulkner’s Rowan Oak Estate before returning home. B ✹

COACH Mar 23-26, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $939 +$70 tpl/quad $839 +$70 single $1199 +$112 Limited two-bed rooms, book early to guarantee your room type.

Dogwoods and Azaleas Day 1: Springfield and Branson Visit the Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, MO, and continue to Branson and check into Big Cedar Lodge, named the Number One Resort in the Midwest by Travel + Leisure for a two-night stay. Top off the evening with a dinner cruise aboard the renowned Branson Belle. D Day 2: Branson Visit Dogwood Canyon for a narrated tram tour will wind you through the canyon floor, past towering bluffs and waterfalls to bison, elk, whitetail deer and Texas longhorns. Experience the rich beauty and uninterrupted views of the Ozark Mountains and Table

Rock Lake at Top of the Rock and visit the Ancient Ozarks History Museum. B, L Day 3: Charleston, MO Travel to Charleston for the 53rd Annual Dogwood-Azalea Festival to see brilliantly colored azaleas beneath a canopy of luminous pink and white dogwood blossoms. B, D Day 4: Dogwood-Azalea Parade Join a local expert for a guided tour of Charleston followed by the Dogwood-Azalea Parade and take a private tour of the Moore Home which was built in 1899 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. B ✹

COACH Apr 14-17, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $949 +$70 tpl/quad $859 +$70 single $1149 +$112

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Washington, DC Cherry Blossom Festival The 2021 Festival marks the 109th celebration of the gift of the 3,000 cherry trees from the People of Tokyo to the People of Washington, DC. Enjoy the spirit of this generous gift while exploring the highlights of Washington, DC. Day 1: Ohio Overnight in central Ohio. D

shoes of a detective while exploring firstperson accounts from top intelligence officers. Celebrate the Cherry Blossom festival at the Tidal Blossom before there will be time to visit the Smithsonian Institution museums or the Museum of the Bible showcasing rare artifacts spanning 3,500 years of Bible history. After dinner, return to Arlington. B, D

Day 2: Washington, DC Continue eastward to visit the poignant Arlington Cemetery including a visit to John F. Kennedy’s tomb and the Tomb of the Unknowns. Enjoy dinner in our nation’s Capital before checking in for a comfortable four-night stay at the centrally located fullservice Hyatt Plaza National Mall. Located just 4 blocks from the Smithsonian Museums and close proximity to the new L’Enfant Plaza the hotel offers the ideal location from which to explore the heart of the city. B, D

Day 6: Columbus, OH It’s time to begin our journey home. Travel to The Spring House for a step back in time with old-fashioned, homestyle fixin’s. Then, it’s off to Columbus, OH for the night. B, L Day 7: Return Home Arrive home early evening. B ✹

Day 3: Washington, DC Our licensed DC tour guide boards the coach to visit the historical highlights of DC. Stand where global events have taken shape and view the many historic monuments framed in the vivid white and pink blossoms from more than 3,000 Japanese cherry trees along the Tidal Basin. Enjoy a guided Capitol Building Tour (based on availability). Visit historic Ford’s Theater and get comfortable in reserved seats for a musical sure to satisfy the mind and the soul. (Production TBD) B, D

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Day 4: Washington, DC – “Your Way” Explore your favorite Smithsonian Museum or board the Potomac River Water Taxi to cruise past magnificent views of cherry blossoms from Old Town Alexandria to Georgetown to District Wharf. Your tour manager is there to help Zanesville you plan your day. B

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Day 5: Washington DC Tap into your inner secret agent at the new International Spy Museum. Discover the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever placed on display and walk in the

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COACH Apr 5-11, 2021 Per person rates*

+travel protection $

double $1899 +$138 tpl/quad $1689 +$138 single $2569 +$206

FLY Apr 6-10, 2021 Per person rates*

+travel protection $

double $1999 +$138 tpl/quad $1840 +$138 single $2526 +$206 * Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

Highlights: • The National Mall, Smithsonian Institution • Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Memorial • Arlington Cemetery, John F. Kennedy’s Tomb, Tomb of the Unknowns, World War II Memorial, Reflecting Pool, Korean War Memorial • The new Spy Museum and the Jefferson Memorial amidst cherry blossoms • Reserved seats in Ford’s Theater for an evening theater production • Free Day in DC


Southern Charm Day 1: NW Georgia D Knoxville

Step back in time with a guided tour of the family home with a glimpse of life in the 19th century. After free time to explore Charleston’s historic City Market area, join our local expert for a guided tour of this city steeped in Colonial and Civil War history. Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local favorite. B, D

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Biltmore Estate Day 2: Savannah, GA TN NC Arrive in Savannah and SCMagnolia join our local guide for 1 a walking tour of the Plantation Cartersville & Gardens hauntingly beautiful AL Bonaventure Cemetery, 2 featured in the movie First night Charleston “Midnight in the Garden Last night 2 of Good and Evil.” Enjoy Savannah Overnight GA downhome southern Highlight cooking during dinner Tour route at River House Seafood FL Day 6: Asheville, NC before checking in Journey through for a 2-night stay at the Blue Ridge the Fairfield Inn & Mountains to discover America’s Largest Suites Savannah Historic District. B, D Majestic Home, the picturesque Biltmore Estate, completed by George Vanderbilt in Day 3: Historic Savannah 1895. After a gourmet lunch in the estate’s Board a trolley for a narrated tour along the DeerPark Pavilion, spend the day exploring cobblestone paved streets of Savannah. The the Vanderbilt’s home and its surrounding rest of the day is yours to explore Savannah’s century-old gardens filled with thousands of Historic District at your leisure! Stroll along daffodils, tulips, azaleas and more. Continue historic River Street filled with unique shops, to Knoxville, TN for an overnight stay. B, L boutiques, and galleries. Or learn about the most infamous gangsters and rumrunners of the Day 7: Return home. B ✹ 1920s during an optional tour of the American Prohibition Museum (additional expense). B, D

Day 4: Charleston, SC Travel to picturesque Wadmalaw Island in the heart of South Carolina’s low country to visit the Charleston Tea Plantation owned by the Bigelow Tea Company family. After a trolley tour of the picturesque grounds, enjoy a picnic lunch under century old oak trees. Continue to Charleston for a narrated boat cruise to historic Fort Sumter. Learn about the fort’s pivotal role in the American Civil War during a ranger-led tour before unpacking for a 2-night stay in Charleston at the ideally located Hampton Inn downtown. B, L

COACH Apr 10-16, 2021 Per person rates*

+travel protection $

double $1629 +$138 tpl/quad $1449 +$112 single $2079 +$174

FLY Apr 10-16, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $2149 +$174 tpl/quad $1949 +$138 single $2649 +$206 * Includes roundtrip airfare from STL or MCI, 4/10 and 4/15 overnights in Savannah and Charleston

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Day 5: Antebellum Charleston Embrace the history of Charleston as we visit Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, voted one of America’s Most Beautiful Gardens,” by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Join naturalist guides for an action-packed tram tour of the plantation’s 600 acres of wetlands, forests, and marshes.

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WA Tulip Festival & Vancouver Island Featuring a 3-night stay in charming Victoria, BC on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island!

Day 1: Pacific Northwest Fly into Seattle for dinner and overnight stay. D Day 2: Skagit Valley Visit Seattle’s lively Pike Place Market, the famous fish and vegetable market before heading north to lush Skagit Valley, WA. The Cascades and Skagit River create fertile soil for prime vineyards, so enjoy a swirl, swish and sip at a local vineyard before arriving at Farmhouse Restaurant for a home-style cooked dinner and their legendary Mile-High lemon meringue pie. Unpack for a 2-night stay at Swinomish Lodge and Casino with views of the natural beauty of the Padilla Bay and Mount Baker offer a relaxing stay. B, D Day 3: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Attend the 38th annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, a Washington State tradition featuring over a million blooming tulips. At RoozenGarde, a site with ½ million hand planted tulips, a Washington State University Master Gardener details how their research influences sound agricultural practices. Enjoy a BBQ lunch before a visit to Tulip Town’s windmill garden and art gallery along with a trolley ride for a closer encounter in the tulip fields. Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure to relax or try your hand at lady luck in the casino. B, L Day 4: Vancouver Island Board Washington State Ferry and wind though the San Juan Lopez and Orca islands amidst jaw dropping scenery. Can you spot an Orca whale or sea lion? Arrive Vancouver Island, featuring waterfront scenery awash in spring color and marine life in North America. Experience an explosion of color at Canada’s National Historic Site, Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of meticulously kept gardens. Enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful rose garden before unpacking for a 3-night stay in the heart of downtown Victoria, BC, a picturesque island city providing an escape from the hurried world. B, L Day 5: Victoria, BC With a local expert, experience Victoria’s

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combination of old-world history and new world cosmopolitan centers, including Fisherman’s Wharf, James Bay, Craigdarroch Castle and more. Visit the Fairmont Empress Hotel, a social centerpiece since 1908, and indulge in the world-famous Tea at the Empress, a coveted meal served to royalty and celebrities for over a century. Visit the off the beaten path gorgeous Abkhazi Gardens and experience the loving passion project of majestic gardening by Prince Abkhazi and his wife Peggy created. B, High Tea Day 6: Whale Watching Cruise The morning is free to relax at the hotel or plan to explore the area of the Inner-Harbour, a visit to the Royal BC Museum or shopping on Government Street (own expense). This afternoon board the Orca Spirit BC Adventures boat with a certified marine Butchart Gardens naturalist cruising off The Empress the coast of Victoria 3 high tea to the southern Victoria Vancouver Island tip known as one of the First night best places to view Port Last night Angeles whales in the world! Overnight Arrive Race Rocks, Highlight WA a special protected Tour route eco-system on the Flight route southernmost tip and anchored by a historic lighthouse before cruising back to Victoria. D Day 7: Tacoma Board MV Coho Ferry for a scenic journey between Victoria and Port Angeles, WA through the Strait of Juan de Fuca, offering spectacular views of the sprawling Olympic Peninsula. Celebrate America’s “car” love affair at LeMay Automobile Museum with guides sharing their passion and knowledge of over 300 cars. A delicious farewell dinner and stories with your fellow travelers before overnighting in Tacoma, WA. B, D Day 8: Flight home from Seattle, WA B ✹

FLY Apr 11-18, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $2889 +$206 tpl/quad $2679 +$206 single $3369 +$233 * Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

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Patriotic Pathways Day 1: Depart Head east on our deluxe motor coach for this patriotic tour, honoring the past and present of those that have fought for our freedom and to keep us safe. Overnight in Charleston, WV. D Day 2: West Virginia Travel through the heart of Appalachian country on the route to Richmond, VA. Visit the American Civil War Museum for an in depth look at how this critical time shaped the country we live in today. Enjoy dinner at a local favorite and an overnight stay. B, D. Day 3: Williamsburg Experience 18th century life in Colonial Williamsburg, with a hands-on visit to the place and time where America began to fight for her freedom. Meet the patriots and be inspired by the moments that led to our independence. From the daily life of an average family, to the footsteps of Thomas Jefferson, Williamsburg encompasses the entire colonial experience. Continue to Virginia Beach where you’ll check in for a 3-night stay at the SpringHill Suites, including your very own private oceanfront balcony. Enjoy evening leisure time along the world-famous boardwalk. B, L. Day 4: Norfolk After watching sunrise over the ocean from your balcony, spend the morning at the Military Aviation Museum and enjoy the largest flying collection of World War I and World War II era military aircraft in the world. Head to the neighboring city of Norfolk and visit the Botanical Gardens for a narrated tram tour before boarding the Spirit of Norfolk for a fun and relaxing dinner cruise. B, D. Day 5: Virginia International Tattoo Recently named the #1 group tour event in the United States, the Virginia International Tattoo honors America’s armed forces with an unforgettable show including a huge cast, stunning costumes, intricate choreography, and a dramatic musical soundtrack, all wrapped in pride and patriotism. The production rivals the largest tattoos in the world and is the greatest in the United States. Before the show enjoy time at the Tattoo Hullabaloo

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for food, drinks, and festivities including dance and drill performances. B, D Day 6: Marine Museum Depart for Northern Virginia to immerse yourself in the history of our armed forces. Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps, a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines - past, present, and future. Under the command of the Marine Corps University, interactive exhibits surround you with the sights and sounds of Marines in action. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Arlington. B, D.

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double $1849 +$138 tpl/quad $1639 +$138 single $2399 +$174

Day 7: Columbus Travel through the heartland with a stop in Zanesville, OH and the Alan Cottrill sculpture studio. See the artwork and craftsmanship that turned this native Midwesterner into one of the PA First night 1 finest figurative Last night Columbus sculptors in the Overnight entire world. OH Arlington Continue to Charleston 1 1 Columbus for a National Museum of the Marine Corps one-night stay. WV B, hot apps KY Richmond 1 Day 8: Return home. B ✹

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Red Rocks Spring Canyons Visit the desert as it awakens bursting with spring colors; featuring a 3-night stay in stunning Sedona, AZ and an overnight stay on the south rim of the Grand Canyon! Day 1: Fly into Phoenix, AZ and overnight stay. D Day 2: Sonoran Desert Join a local expert to walk in the Sonoran Desert amidst the Saguaro (sa-wahr-o) Cactus, a well-known symbol of American Southwest. Did you know a Saguaro can live up to 250 years? Board the Verde Canyon Railroad for a spring train ride through a crescendo of wildflowers, Marigolds and orange Globemallow plants. Enjoy a three-night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott, Sedona, AZ offering incredible views of the Red Rocks. B, D Day 3: Sedona, AZ Take a narrated trolley ride through stunning Sedona with a stop at the Chapel of the Holy Cross and Airport Mesa. The desert terrain bursts into a canvas of wildflower beauty on an open-air guided “pink” jeep ride to see Sedona’s iconic red rock formations like Coffeepot Rock and Cathedral Rock. Cap the day while watching the explosive sunset as it falls behind Sedona’s red rocks. B, L Day 4: Sedona, AZ After a free morning, visit with a Gardens with Humanity Sedona master gardener for a Sunrise Tours exclusive enrichment workshop focused on how to cultivate and nurture a desert garden. Enjoy dinner at the Enchantment Resort and enjoy a Native American flute performance. B, D Day 5: Hopi Reservation Pass incredible views of Oak Creek Canyon’s brilliantly hued cliffs and rugged sandstone spires to enter the Navajo Nation and view the Grand Falls of Walnut Canyon that drop 18 feet more than Niagara Falls! Explore Old Oraibi, the oldest continually inhabited American settlement (1,000+ years), on the Hopi Reservation before heading to Grand Canyon National Park for an overnight stay right on the south rim in the rustic Thunderbird Lodge! B, L

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FLY Apr 23-30, 2021 Per person rates*

+travel protection $

Day 6: Grand Canyon National Park See the sun rise and marvel at the canyon’s sheer majesty just steps from the hotel. Join a local expert for a guided tour of the scenic East Rim Drive before a free afternoon to explore the inspiring beauty where the unique geologic colors change throughout the day. View the San Francisco Peak mountain range containing the highest peaks in AZ enroute to an overnight stay in Flagstaff. B, L Day 7: Southwest Arizona Explore Riordan Mansion, one of the finest examples of American Arts and Crafts style architecture open to the public and Flagstaff’s historic downtown area dotted with shops and restaurants before CA heading south through the Coconino National Forest to Phoenix’s Desert Botanical Garden. Enjoy dinner at Gertrude’s Restaurant in the Garden before overnighting in Phoenix. B, D Day 8: Fly home from Phoenix, AZ B ✹

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National Parks of the Southwest Day 1: El Paso, TX Your journey to the Old West begins! Fly to El Paso, TX for a guided city tour and overnight stay. D Day 2: White Sands National Park Learn about the historic region where the Camino Real meets the American West when we visit the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. Continue to White Sands National Park, an incredible expanse of snow-white, gypsum sand dunes covering 275 square miles and rising to 60 feet. Travel the 16-mile Dunes Drive for the chance to see spectacular dunes along the route. Arrive for a two-night stay at the luxurious Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort. B, D Day 3: Fort Stanton and Valley of Fires Visit one of New Mexico’s most beautiful gardens at Hondo Iris Farm. Enjoy a guided tour of Fort Stanton Historic Site, established to protect settlements along the Rio Bonito in the Apache Wars. See the gigantic Malpais Lava Flow during a stop at the Valley of Fires Recreation Area in Carrizozo. B, L Day 4: International UFO Museum Travel the Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway to the Lincoln County Courthouse, the historic frontier site of Billy’s infamous escape in 1881. Explore the International UFO Museum and Research Center in Roswell, complete with a museum guide talk. Arrive in Carlsbad, NM for a two-night stay. B, L Day 5: Carlsbad Caverns National Park Explore Carlsbad Caverns National Park in the Guadalupe Mountains of southeastern New Mexico. Descend the elevator for a self-guided tour along a paved trail of the Big Room, a massive, eight-acre chamber with an incredible 255-foot-high ceiling filled with huge columns, and delicate stalactites and stalagmites. B, D

Day 6: Guadalupe Mountains National Park Cross the border into Texas to see the state’s highest peaks during a morning visit to Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Continue south through the wide-open expanse of West Texas to Big Bend National Park, one of the largest and most remote National Parks in the lower 48. Check in for a two-night stay in the spectacular Chisos Basin at the Chisos Mountain Lodge, or similar. B, D Day 7: Big Bend National Park Explore one of the last remaining wild corners of the United States during our guided tour of Big Bend National Park, covering 801,000 acres of the Chihuahua Desert where the Rio Grande marks the southern U.S. border. Visit Sam Nall Ranch and Santa Elena Canyon plus a picnic lunch in the park. Enjoy an evening at leisure at the lodge. B, L, D

FLY May 3-11, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $2459 +$174 tpl/quad $2249 +$174 single $2979 +$233 * Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

Visit four National Parks, including America’s newest, White Sands.

Day 8: Marfa, Texas Travel to Marfa, a unique West Texas town that is home to a surprising modern art scene while maintaining its “Old West˝ mystique. Join our local expert for a guided tour of the town’s historic sites including the Hotel Paisano, site of the Carlsbad Caverns James Dean movie GIANT. Visit Indian Cliffs Ranch for a delicious cowboy-style steak dinner at Cattleman’s Ranch before First night an overnight stay in El Paso. B, D Last night Day 9: Fly home from El Paso. B ✹ Overnight

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Nashville Spring Day 1: Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown Check into the ideally located Drury Plaza Hotel, one of the newest and most luxurious in the Drury collection. Located in the heart of “Music City”, the Plaza is the perfect place from which to explore Nashville. Hot apps Day 2: Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Visit “The People’s President” Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, the home and garden of our 7th President. The Mansion was the center of Jackson’s life as it served as his office, gathering hall and place of entertainment, and the 1-acre garden (beautiful in spring!) adjacent to the Mansion was favorite spot of the President and his wife, Rachel. Enjoy free time this afternoon (additional expense) to explore the area. Within blocks of the Plaza can be found dozens of restaurants, music halls, the Country Music Hall of Fame, The Johnny

Cash Museum, the new National Museum of African American Music and more. B, D Day 3: Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, Main Street, Franklin, TN Experience spring in all its glory on a visit to Cheekwood Estate and Gardens during the annual Cheekwood in Bloom celebration, featuring over 150,000 blooming bulbs along with snowdrops, crocus, hyacinths, daffodils, magnolias, redbuds, and dogwoods. Recognized as a “Great American Main Street” by the National Trust, downtown Franklin, TN has over 150 unique shops, boutiques, restaurants and more. Enjoy a local guided tour featuring antebellum homes, historic tales and the impressive stained-glass windows of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. B, hot apps

COACH Apr 29-May 2, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $959 +$70 tpl/quad $815 +$70 single $1339 +$112 An optional (additional expense) visit to Graceland will be offered during free afternoon on day 2.

Day 4: Return home B ✹

Tulip Time in Pella

Day 1: Amana Colonies The Amana Colonies are known for being one of America’s longest-lived communal societies. A local guide shows us what life was like from 18th century Germany to the present with stops at The Amana Heritage Museum and the General Store reminiscent of bygone days. A classic family- style dinner will bring you back to historical communal eating in the Colonies. D Day 2: Des Moines, IA Enjoy a guided tour of the Iowa State Capitol, regarded as one of the most beautiful in the US, with a stunning 23-karat gold dome and impressive glass floor in the rotunda. Visit the Living History Farms to learn the amazing story of how Iowans transformed the fertile prairies of the Midwest into the most productive farmland in the world. Unpack

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Day 3: Tulip Time Pella, IA becomes a quaint European village alive with colorful tulips, Dutch attire, parades, food, fun and more celebrating the 86th Tulip Time festival. Visit Pella’s Historical Village, Wyatt Earp’s childhood home, Vermeer Mill and Pella’s founding father’s home, the Scholte House. Spend the day browsing and experiencing a little bit of Holland in the Midwest. B Day 4: Return home Before heading home, stop at the American Gothic House and Center for a docent led tour of the house that inspired Grant Wood to paint American Gothic, one of the most recognized paintings in the world. B ✹

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Crème de la Crème Featuring the Great Dames of Eastern Canada: Quebec, Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa’s Tulip Festival! Day 1: Michigan, D Day 2: Toronto, Ontario Head northeast to trendy Toronto for a twonight stay in the centrally located 4-star Fairmont Royal York with hand-painted ceilings and glamorous chandeliers that harken back to it’s opening in 1929. Attend a live theater production (TBD) in the Toronto Theatre District, the largest in Canada. Note: Fly tour arrives in Toronto to board coach. B, D Day 3: Toronto, Ontario Explore the bustling city of Toronto with a local expert. After lunch, rise 1,136 ft in 58 seconds to the observation deck of the CN Tower for an eagle’s eye view of the city. Afternoon free to explore. B, L Day 4: Quebec City, Quebec Travel to Quebec and enjoy a traditional sugar shack dinner experience with live entertainment and poured “taffy on snow” for dessert. Standing grand on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, 5-star Fairmont Le Château Frontenac (three-night stay) is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it IS the heart of Old Québec! B, D Day 5: Quebec City, Quebec Join our local guide for informative exploration of the most European of North American cities, Quebec City. See the massive stone architecture, the heavily fortified walls and the charm of Old Quebec City. This afternoon is free to explore, shop and acclimate into the local culture before dinner at the historic Aux Anciens Canadiens for traditional Quebec fare. B, D Day 6: Quebec City, Quebec Visit Montmorency Falls for a memorable cable car ride to the top to savor lunch at Manoir Montmorency and time to enjoy top of the falls views of the Isle de Orleans and St. Lawrence River. Travel east to St. Anne de Beaupre, the impressive basilica attracts more than a million pilgrims and visitors each year! B, L

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Day 7: Montreal, Quebec Travel to Montreal for a stay at the 4-star Fairmont Queen Elizabeth. A local tour guide will acquaint us with Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of old and new as we see all the “must-see sights” including Montreal’s crown jewel, the Notre-Dame Basilica. B, D

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double $3499 +$233 tpl/quad $3069 +$233 single $4629 +$331

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Day 8: Ottawa, Ontario Journey to Canada’s beautiful capital city of Ottawa for a two-night stay at the 4-star Fairmont Château Laurier, a magnificent limestone edifice with turrets and masonry reminiscent of a French Château. Visit Canada’s largest and most popular cultural institution, The Canadian Museum of History. B, D

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Day 9: Canadian Tulip Festival Discover the sites of Ottawa and the Tulip Festival, featuring more than three million tulips. Board a 100% electric boat for a cruise tour on the Rideau Canal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, to learn about its historic engineering and enjoy views of Ottawa’s highlights. The evening is free for you to explore. B

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Day 10: Niagara USA Cross the US border into Niagara Falls, NY for dinner at Top of the Falls featuring eagle eye views of the majestic falls. Overnight stay at the Double Tree by Hilton, located along the upper Sainte-AnneNiagara River. B, D First night de-Beaupré Québec City 3 Last night Day 11: Niagara Overnight Falls State Park Did you know 3,160 tons Highlight 1 of water flow over the Montreal Tour route Ottawa 2 falls every second? Board the world-famous Maid VT of the Mist for a thrilling Toronto NH 2 boat ride under the falls! 1 This afternoon travel west Niagara MA MI to Ohio for dinner and Falls RI 1 CT an overnight stay. B, D

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Magnolia Market & More! Also Featuring Food Network’s Pioneer Woman Mercantile Store Day 1: Bartlesville, OK Our journey begins with dinner and an overnight stay in Bartlesville, OK. D Day 2: Pioneer Woman Mercantile Head to Pawhuska, OK, the home of food blogger-turnedFood Network star Ree Drummond. After a guided city tour with a local expert, spend the morning exploring the Pioneer Woman Mercantile Store featuring a bakery, deli and general store filled with Ree’s favorite goods and comfort foods – keep an eye out for Ladd or one of the kids who may be working during our visit! Try one of Ree’s signature iced coffees or homemade cinnamon rolls before continuing to Texas for a dinner and a three-night stay in downtown Dallas. B, D

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Day 3: Waco, TX Overnight We’re off to Waco, the home of HGTV’s former Fixer Upper power duo, Chip & Joanna Gaines. Spend the morning exploring Magnolia Market, in the shadow of the Magnolia Silos. Visit the beautifully designed gardens and garden shop, enjoy Joanna’s personal recipes at the Silos Baking Co. and shop for modern farmhouse home goods. Hop aboard the Silo District Trolley to tour downtown Waco. Take a tour of the Waco area’s past remodeled homes featured on Fixer Upper, and Harp Design Co. before returning to Dallas for dinner at a local favorite. B, D Day 4: Dallas Join a local expert for a guided Magnolia Market Silos tour of Dallas, including Dealey Plaza Historic District and the JFK Memorial. Visit the campus of SMU to tour the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, featuring Freedom Hall and the 9/11 Memorial exhibit. Enjoy an evening of leisure in Dallas’ West Village, the city’s most walk-able shopping, dining and entertainment district. B, L Day 5: Little Rock Continue to Little Rock, AR for a visit to the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, followed by an evening at Edgemont House with nationally known home and garden guru and landscape designer, Chris Olsen. Stroll through the formal gardens filled with spring blooms, tour the historic Spanish Colonial Revival home and enjoy dinner on the veranda before a private presentation by Chris. Overnight stay in Little Rock. B, D Day 6: Return home B ✹

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double $1279 +$112 tpl/quad $1139 +$112 single $1619 +$138

It was a good mix of activities some were just fun and some were very educational.

– Dan B., 2019 Magnolia Market


Empire State Gardens Featuring New York City and the picturesque Hudson Valley Day 1: Ohio Travel east through Ohio for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Poughkeepsie, NY Journey across Pennsylvania to New York. Dine at Shadows on the Hudson, a waterfront restaurant featuring standout views of the Hudson River. Unpack for a two-night stay at the ideally located Hampton Inn Poughkeepsie. B, D Day 3: The Best of Hudson River Valley Get to know America’s longest serving U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, with a guided tour of his lifelong home “Springwood,” museum, gardens and final resting place. Explore the training grounds of future top chefs and savor their culinary creations at an elegant farm-to-table lunch at the Culinary Institute of America. Continue to the 54-room Vanderbilt mansion adorned with formal, Italian style gardens, for a guided tour. B, L Day 4: Beauty, Brains and Brawn Find matchless beauty at Boscobel House and Gardens. This Neoclassical mansion and 68acre grounds houses the finest collection of decorative art from the Federal period. Savor lunch at West Point in the historic Thayer Hotel, surrounded by Old World charm. Tour the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the oldest military academy in the country. Walk the paths of generals and presidents as you trace the footsteps of our country’s great leaders. Check into our area hotel for a three-night stay. B, L Day 5: Living Works of Art Explore the spectacular “living works of art” that are Wave Hill and the New York Botanical Garden. Wave Hill is a 28-acre public garden and cultural center in the Bronx featuring spectacular views of the Hudson River and Palisades. Founded in 1891, the 250-acre NY Botanical Garden is a treasure of the Bronx and boasts the title of the largest botanical garden in an American city. B, D

Day 6: Fixtures to Flowers, a New York City tour Join a local expert and explore the Big Apple today! See New York City fixtures like Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center and revel in the refinement of Central Park – including the six-acre Conservatory Garden featuring three distinct styles – and the High Line. The tour will culminate in a visit to poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero and admission to the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Ascend to the top of One World Observatory, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, for incredible panoramic views of New York City! B, D

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Day 7: Pennsylvania Depart the Big Apple and visit Hershey Gardens in the “sweet” town of Hershey, West Point PA before traveling to eastern Ohio to overnight. Opened in 1937 as a small garden of roses, Hershey Gardens has blossomed into a stately 23 acres of botanical beauty, including a butterfly atrium. B, D

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Presidential Pathways Day 1: Owensboro Columbia, TN, named a “Best Small Town” by Depart St. Louis and journey through America’s Southern Living Magazine. It’s also the site of heartland to follow in the footsteps of three of the Presidential Home and Museum of 11th its presidents. Arrive in Carter Township, IN to president James K. Polk. Learn about how Polk visit the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, expanded our growing nation from as far south and see where Abraham grew from youth to as Texas to as far west as the Pacific Ocean. manhood and how his life as a rural farmer After the museum, enjoy time to explore the helped transform him shops and restaurants into one of the greatest in the charming town Lincoln Boyhood leaders our country square before returning National Monument has seen. Continue to to Franklin. B, hot apps 1 the banks of the Ohio Owensboro IL River for dinner and Day 4: Fort Campbell Fort Campbell an overnight stay in Before returning home Owensboro, KY. B, D experience a morning Jackson’s guided tour at Fort Nashville 2 Andrew Hermitage Day 2: Hermitage Campbell, on the Retracing the path Kentucky/Tennessee James K. Polk Home & Museum of Lincoln, arrive border. It’s here that the in Hodgenville and “Screaming Eagles” 101st MSFirstAL night experience the nation’s Airborne Division, the Highlight first memorial to our 16th only air assault division Last night GA president, the Abraham in the world, makes its Tour route Overnight Lincoln Birthplace home. Arrive in St. Louis National Historical mid-afternoon. B ✹ Park. Although it bears a striking resemblance to the monument in Washington, this memorial was erected 8 years prior and enshrines the symbolic birthplace cabin. Head south into Tennessee for a visit to an even earlier time at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. The estate of “The People’s President” includes 1,100 acres, his mansion, grounds, tomb, and a museum about the 7th president. Enjoy dinner and a 2-night stay in Franklin, TN. B, D

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Spring Mystery Tour Join us for an exciting 5-day mystery tour. We can’t tell you where you’re going, but you’re sure to have fun! Our mystery tours visit towns and sites that we have never (or lightly) included on tour. You won’t see many “top 10” tourist highlights on a Sunrise Tours mystery tour, but that’s the point. We aim to surprise you with an amazing vacation you couldn’t imagine yourself!

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“Grand” Vacation to Michigan Featuring an overnight at the incomparable Grand Hotel and a two-night stay on the shores of Lake Michigan at the Sugar Beach Resort Day 1: Mid-Michigan Travel north to mid-Michigan for dinner and an overnight stay. D Day 2: Grand Traverse Bay Board a comfortable dune buggy for a narrated tour of the Saugatuck sand dunes. Learn about the lost town of Singapore and watch for sightings of local wildlife. Spend time exploring the waterfront downtown Village Square before continuing to Traverse City. Dine overlooking Lake Michigan before heading to our lakefront hotel, The Sugar Beach Resort, with beautiful views on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay for a two-night stay. B, D

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Travel along Lake Michigan for a ferry ride to Mackinac Island. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you take a horse and carriage to the world-renowned Grand Hotel, the island’s premier luxury resort, where the longest porch in the world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. Enjoy a five-course dinner in the Grand Hotel’s elegant dining room. B, D

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double $1589 +$138 tpl/quad $1439 +$112 single $1999 +$138

Day 5: Mackinac Island and Grand Rapids After a restful night in one of the Grand’s beautiful rooms, enjoy a morning at leisure to relax at the hotel or take an optional horsedrawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island State Park (additional expense). Before the return ferry ride, we have our third delectable meal at the Grand Hotel; lunch at the extensive Grand Buffet! Travel to the Grand Mackinac Island Rapids area for our overnight stay. B, L

Day 3: Sleeping Bear Dunes and Grand Traverse Bay Join our local guide for a scenic drive past cherry orchards and around Old Mission Peninsula, Day 6: Return Home then along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Return to St. Louis having had a Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. very “Grand” vacation! B ✹ Sample local and unique cherry items at the Cherry Republic before enjoying lunch surrounded by beautiful artwork at the Old Mission Tavern. Visit Chateau Chantel Winery for a guided Sleeping Bear Dunes tour and private tasting of local wines before heading back to our resort. B, L Day 4: Mackinac Island and Grand Hotel

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Fun Facts: • The Grand Hotel opened its doors in 1887 and has 397 unique rooms. No two rooms are alike! • Mackinac Island was our nation's second national park for 20 years. When the land was given to Michigan in 1895 it became its first state park.

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Texas’ Palo Duro Canyon Day 1: Oklahoma City, OK Saddle up, cowboys and cowgirls! Your adventure begins with dinner and an overnight stay in Oklahoma City, OK. D Day 2: Amarillo, TX Join our local expert for a guided tour of Oklahoma City including the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Bricktown. Take a VIP docent-guided tour of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, celebrating the enduring legacy of the American West. After lunch at a local favorite, continue to Amarillo, TX for a 3-night stay in the Embassy Suites Amarillo Downtown, with spacious, all-suite rooms and evening receptions. B, L Day 3: Palo Duro Canyon Spend the morning exploring “The Grand Canyon of Texas,” Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Take a ranger-guided driving tour to the bottom of the canyon to learn about the history of human habitation in the canyon. Visit the campus of West Texas A&M University for a curator-led guided tour of the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum. Return to Amarillo for a guided tour with our local expert, including a stop at Cadillac Ranch. Where else but in Texas will you find 10 Cadillacs buried nose down and covered in spray paint? Enjoy dinner at the Route 66 landmark legend, the Big Texan Steak Ranch. B, D Day 4: Texas – The Musical! Step back in time during a morning visit to the unique Jack Sisemore RV Museum featuring 25 years of vintage RV’s. Experience the history of the American Quarter Horse from colonial times to present day through interactive exhibits and live demonstrations at the American

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Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum. Arrive at the Palo Duro Canyon Outdoor Amphitheater for “Texas – The Musical!” Enjoy a back-stage tour and classic Chuckwagon BBQ dinner before the show starts with a rider on the rim waving the Texas Flag and ends with fireworks over the canyon B, D

Per person rates* “Texas: The Musical” +travel protection $ double $1299 +$112 and Palo Duro Canyon tpl/quad $1159 +$112

Day 5: Tulsa, OK After a leisurely morning at the hotel and free time to explore downtown Amarillo, continue to Tulsa, OK for dinner and overnight stay. B, D

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Cardinals vs. Tigers Day 1: Detroit Travel to downtown Detroit and check into the Hilton Garden Inn, located just two blocks from the home of the Tigers since 2000, Comerica Park. D

includes history of the Motor City and plenty of interesting sights and sounds along the way. This evening stroll at your own pace to great seats at Comerica Park, located next to Detroit’s historic Fox Theater. B

Day 2: Motown Museum, game one Explore the Motor City with a local step on guide and visit “Hitsville USA”, the Motown Museum, to learn the story behind some of the greatest music in American history. Relax in the hotel before the first of two games of this interleague matchup. B, D

Day 4: Return home B ✹

COACH Jun 21-24, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $965 +$70 tpl/quad $859 +$70 single $1239 +$112 A rematch of the ‘34, ‘68 and ‘06 World Series

Day 3: Detroit River Cruise, game two Featuring views of the Detroit and Windsor skylines, a cruise around Belle Isle to the Canadian side (no passport necessary)

Cardinals vs. Reds and Indians Day 1: Cincinnati game one Travel to Cincinnati and see the first of two games and the division rival Reds, the surprising winners of a 2020 wild card playoff berth. Spend two nights in the Queen City. D Day 2: Cincinnati game two Experience the powerful story of struggles for freedom around the world at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Enjoy a free afternoon before another exciting game at Great American Ballpark. Will someone hit a homer to right into the Ohio River today? B, D Day 3: Cleveland Travel to Cleveland and check into the impressive new Drury Plaza Cleveland Downtown. A former Board of Education Building, the Plaza has been completely renovated into a luxury hotel featuring incredible murals in the lobby

painted in 1931 by Cora Holden. Located just a few blocks from Progressive Field, the Drury Plaza is an ideal location to experience the excitement of downtown Cleveland. B, hot apps Day 4: Cleveland game one Learn about steel barons, Playhouse Square (the largest performing arts center in the country outside NYC), the day Lake Erie caught fire and much more during a local guided tour of Cleveland. B, L

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Day 5: Cleveland game two Featuring expansive views of Lake Erie, the I.M. Pei designed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum houses millions of iconic Rock and Roll artifacts, exhibits and pictures that will thrill any fan of Rock. B, hot apps Day 6: Return home B ✹

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Canyonlands of Southern Utah Day 1: Cedar City, UT Fly into Las Vegas and begin our journey west with a two-night stay in Cedar City, UT. D Day 2: Zion National Park Follow the lush Virgin River into Zion National Park where you will be surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape during our narrated open-air tram ride. Enjoy time to explore and lunch at the Red Rocks Grill before returning to Cedar City. B, L Day 3: Bryce Canyon National Park See one of America’s most colorful and aweinspiring National Parks up close with our local guide. Learn about the unique geology that created the unmistakable “hoodoos.” Continue through Central Utah’s rugged landscape to Moab for dinner and a 2-night stay. B, D Day 4: Canyonlands and Arches National Parks Venture into the desert wilderness of steep canyons and buttes with a guided tour of Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park, located 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River. After lunch, discover the world’s largest concentration of natural stone arches at Arches National Park. B, L

Day 7: Las Vegas Spend your morning enjoying all that the resort has to offer or join an optional trip to the Horseshoe Bend Overlook, where the Colorado River takes a steep turn in the canyon below. Depart for a 2-night stay in Las Vegas, including time to explore this bustling city. B, D Day 8: Grand Canyon West Take a day trip to Grand Canyon West for an intimate look at one of nature’s most amazing wonders. Walk along the rim to enjoy the scenic view points, learn about the Hualapai Nation, and step out onto the glass-bottom Skywalk high above the canyon floor (additional expense). Return to Las Vegas. B, D Day 9: Fly Home Reflect on the incomparable natural beauty we have explored as we fly home. B ✹

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This trip was recommended to us and lived up to its reputation. A wonderful trip!

–Tim & Jan L., 2018 Canyonlands of Southern Utah

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Day 5: Monument Valley Monument Valley Head to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park and learn about the Native American heritage of this area as we explore the back roads and wideopen spaces portrayed in many movies, from Stagecoach to Forest Gump. A Navajo guide will lead us on a 4-wheel drive tour to the most enduring and definitive images of the Zion National American West. Cross into Arizona for dinner Park and a 2-night stay at Lake Powell Resort. B, D Day 6: Lake Powell Enjoy a morning cruise on beautiful Lake Powell into the twisted, narrow slots of Antelope Canyon. Take a guided tour of the country’s second largest concrete arch dam, Glen Canyon Dam. Relax and enjoy time at one of the top resorts in the Southwest, just

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Let Freedom Ring COACH Jun 30-Jul 7, 2021

Day 1: Mid-Ohio Travel to Ohio for an overnight stay. D

Nothing beats seeing the fireworks against the DC skyline of monuments and memorials! B

Day 2: Philadelphia, PA Arrive in Philadelphia in time for dinner. Philly is known for its eclectic “foodie” culture and there is no better example than savoring a Brazilian dinner at Fogo de Chao where servers carve the meat tableside! Get comfortable in our midtown hotel for a 2-night stay. B, D

Day 6: President homes A freedom tour would not be complete without a visit to the homes of some of our fine presidents. This morning we depart for Mount Vernon, George Washington’s mansion, gardens and grounds. Then we’re off to Charlottesville, VA to tour Monticello, the estate of Thomas Jefferson. You will get an intimate look at the house Thomas Jefferson built and furnished for himself and his family including glimpses of the books and objects that reveal Jefferson’s sharp mind. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Hotel 24 South. The hotel, which originally opened in 1924, is Smithsonian Castle considered an excellent example of a Colonial Revivalist style with modern amenities. B, D

Day 3: “We the people…” Experience the power, fascination and drama of the National Constitution Center, the world’s first and only museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution including a live drama presentation Freedom Rising. With our personal expert, tour “Americas most historic square mile” in Independence National Historical Park to view the revered Liberty Bell, Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed) and the site of the first President’s “White” House because from 1790 to 1800 Philadelphia was capital of the United States! B, D Day 4: Washington DC Good Morning Philly! After breakfast, head to the exciting Museum of American Revolution. Immerse yourself in the early road to Independence through immersive gallery experiences, object theaters and recreated historical scenes. “The Revolution was in the minds and hearts of the people…” Adams, 1818. Reflect on our nation’s history with lunch in the museum before traveling to celebrate the holiday in our nation’s capital. It is a time to celebrate! Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at our hotel near the National Mall. B, D Day 5: God Bless America Today we celebrate the 4th of July in our Nation’s Capital! A guided tour will educate and entertain as we tour DC and learn of its immense history. Explore the National Mall Smithsonian Museums and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival which is an exposition of cultural heritage held on the Mall featuring musicians, storytellers and craftspeople. Watch the “Rockets Red Glare” as the spectacular fireworks display lights up the night sky.

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Day 7: George Washington National Forest After some time to relax and explore the quaint community of Staunton, VA, continue our travels west, passing through the George Washington National Forest, to arrive in Lexington, KY for our overnight stay. B, D

Let Freedom Ring!

Day 8: Woodford Reserve Enroute home, stop at Woodford Reserve Distillery for a guided factory tour and 30-July tasting. Full of patrioticJune memories, arrive home this evening. B ✹

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Europe in Wisconsin

Explore German, Norwegian and Swiss heritage in Southern Wisconsin! Day 1: Wisconsin Leave your passports at home; our European vacation is in Wisconsin! Enjoy a welcome dinner on beautiful Lake Nagawicka in Hartland, WI before unpacking for a 2-night stay in west Milwaukee. D

as the troll capital of the world. Return to New Glarus, “Swisconsin”, with its emblems of Swiss cantons adorning the downtown buildings and street signs. This evening, welcome a savory Swiss dinner complete with yodeling and long horn musical entertainment! B, D

Day 2: Milwaukee - “Munich of the West” Our local step-on guide will take us on a tour of Milwaukee...Euro-style! Afterwards, a tour of the opulent Pabst Mansion, and free time in the quaint Old World Third Street district for shopping and lunch on your own. This afternoon, we’ll begin our journey, similar to the European immigrants of Wisconsin, aboard a canal boat. As we cruise along the river, imagine how it felt arriving in Milwaukee while enjoying the outstanding views of its modern and historic icons and buildings on the shores of downtown. Bring your appetite to Milwaukee’s most famous restaurant since 1902, Mader’s German Restaurant, for dinner and an opportunity to see the extensive Stein collection and hummel figurines in their Tower Gallery. B, D

Day 5: Return home No trip to Wisconsin feels complete without a stop to pick up cheese! We’ll tour the SwissAmerican Alp & Dell/Roth Kase, the fastest growing specialty cheese factory in the country. B ✹

Day 3: Stoughton – “Norway” See a glimpse of the multicultural European influence at Old World Wisconsin, before visiting Stoughton, a town that at the turn of the 19th century had the largest number of Norwegian immigrants in Wisconsin. Tour the new Livsreise “Life’s Journey” museum and savor a midday "maltid" at the Sons of Norway Lodge. A guided tour of Stoughton highlights the 21st century changes before traveling further west. Check into the Chalet Landhaus, New Glarus, Wisconsin, the “Little Switzerland” of America, for the next 2 nights. B, L Day 4: New Glarus – “Switzerland” After a hearty breakfast, journey to Pendarvis, historical site of the Cornwall immigrant miners in the “European” town of Mineral Point. Travel to the Norwegian town of Mount Horeb, known

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Yellowstone National Park and more! Day 1: South Sioux City, IA D Day 2: Rapid City, SD Explore the impressive Badlands of South Dakota today and enjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug Store and a twonight stay in Rapid City, SD. B, D Day 3: Rapid City, SD A local guide will take us to visit Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument and the Black Hills. Travel to Custer State Park featuring 71,000 acres of unspoiled land, pristine lakes and roaming buffalo. Enjoy a Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour into one of the largest herds of bison in North America. Enjoy lunch in the historic State Game Lodge where Presidents Eisenhower and Coolidge dined. B, L Day 4: Cody, WY En route to Cody, WY see Devil’s Tower and pass through the beautiful Big Horn Mountains. Tonight, we will relax in the comforts of Cody Cowboy Village, a luxury log cabin lodging surrounded by scenic mountains to be enjoyed from the chairs on your cabin’s porch. Dinner and entertainment at the acclaimed Cody Cattle Company this evening. B, D Day 5: Yellowstone National Park Visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West before traveling into Yellowstone National Park. Unpack your bags for a two-night stay at the newly remodeled Grant Village, located near the West Thumb inside the park, which affords us easy access to the many sites featured in the first national park in the world. B, D Day 6: Yellowstone comes alive! Bring your cameras and be prepared to enjoy the best of Yellowstone with a ranger guide, a day of geological wonders and plenty of wildlife. Enjoy dinner in the Old Faithful Inn, one of the few remaining log hotels in the United States and featuring a 65-foot ceiling in the lobby and the rhyolite fireplace. B, D Day 7: Jackson, WY Head south to Moose, Wyoming and follow your nose towards the aromatic campfire smoke to savor a good old-fashioned Dornan’s

Chuckwagon lunch. Enjoy a scenic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons as the backdrop and a narration about the region’s wildlife, history, and geology. Continue into historic Jackson for leisure time to explore Jackson Square and a two-night stay. B, L

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Day 8: Jackson, WY Tour the National Museum of Wildlife Art overlooking the National Elk Refuge and enjoy a free afternoon in Jackson. B

double $2999 +$206 tpl/quad $2599 +$206 single $3999 +$290

Day 9: Cheyenne, WY Enjoy a guided tour of the Wyoming Frontier Prison whose colorful past is a remnant of the grizzly old west and roll into Cheyenne for dinner and an overnight stay. B, D Day 10: Union Pacific Rail Line The East meets West on the Rail Line in North Platte, NE where a visit to the Golden Spike Tower starts with a BBQ lunch and a guided tour of the Canteen and Tower with impressive view of the world’s largest railroad yard. More than 150 trains and 10,000 rail cars a day enter Bailey Yard! Overnight in Lincoln, NE. B, L Day 11: Return home B ✹ Yellowstone Lower Falls

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Iceland Day 1: Overnight flight Fly to Reykjavik. (D, B in flight) Day 2: Welcome to Iceland After an overnight flight, arrive in Reykjavik and enjoy an introductory tour of the capital of Iceland, the northernmost capital in the world, before a short journey to Hella for a 5-night stay at the Stracta Hotel. There is an Icelandic horse farm located next to the Stracta Hotel, affording an opportunity for you to see these iconic animals up close (time permitting). D Day 3: Golden Circle An awe-inspiring visit to three of Iceland's most important spots: Gullfoss Waterfall, Geyser Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park. Gullfoss, "the golden falls", is a double waterfall that tumbles 34 meters into the Hvítá River. See the steam from the Geysir geothermal fields as you arrive. The original geyser is now dormant and has been replaced by Strokkur, “the Churn", which erupts at 5-10-minute intervals. Next stop is the ancient Viking Parliament area of Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. B, D

and during the 5 months while the eruption lasted, there was much uncertainty as to whether the island could ever be repopulated. During our tour to the Westman Islands we explore bird cliffs, walk up the volcano crater and visit "Pompeii of the North", a volcanic excavation project. Enjoy a free afternoon to wander around the town of Heimaey. B, D

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Day 6: Vatnajökull National Park Soak in amazing scenery on a trip to the southern part of the Vatnajökull National Park, home of Europe's largest glacier and Jökulsárlón, a glacier lagoon with floating icebergs. B, D

double $4399 +$331 single $5229 +$424 * Includes roundtrip airfare from STL or MCI

Lower price than 2019!

Day 7: Reykjanes Peninsula, Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik Take a less traveled route around Reykjanes Peninsula as diverse geological features, the hot springs of Krýsuvík, mountains, lava fields, amazing bird cliffs, moonlike landscapes and fishing villages are on today's itinerary. The tour ends with a visit (and optional swim!) to the famous Blue Lagoon (subject to availability). Return to Reykjavik for a twonight stay at the Centerhotel Arnarhvoll. B, D

As of printing, the entire population of Iceland is scheduled to receive the Covid-19 vaccine by the end of May, 2021

Passport Required

Day 4: South Shore with optional glacier hike Highlights today include the famous Eyjafjallajökull Volcano, the 60-meterhigh Skógafoss Waterfall and the narrow Seljalandsfoss Waterfall with a trail that leads behind the falls – be prepared to get wet! Visit Skogar Folk Museum with a selection of turf houses. Take an optional glacier walk (additional expense, hiking boots required) or a visit to the bird cliffs and lava beaches near Vík. B, D

Day 8: Free day Our convenient downtown location is a great spot from which to explore the Capital of Iceland Iceland, Reykjavik. Options (some require additional cost) you may consider include; Puffin June 30-July 8, 2019 boat tour, ascend the Hallgrímskírkja Tower for incredible views, visit the National Museum Iceland of Iceland or the Saga Viking Museum. B, D

Day 5: Westman Islands Ahoy! Take a short ferry ride to the Westman Islands. Explore the town of Heimaey and this extraordinary Blue Lagoon island by foot and by bus. The volcanic eruption here in 1973 is considered the largest natural disaster in Iceland in recent history. After the evacuation of the inhabitants,

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Northwest Coast Day 1: San Francisco, CA Fly into San Francisco and unpack for a twonight stay at the Hotel Zephyr in Fisherman’s Wharf’s. D

Board the 65’ Discovery for a naturalist-led marine discovery cruise – watch for whales, sea lions, seals, lighthouses and more! Visit the top attraction on the Oregon Coast, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, for a behind-the scenes tour and lunch overlooking the Passages of the Deep exhibit. Marvel at spectacular ocean views from the tallest lighthouse in Oregon, Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Under starry skies, enjoy a beachfront bonfire with s’mores (weather permitting). B, L

Day 2: Explore San Francisco Experience the architecture of the “city by the bay”, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and countless breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay. Enjoy leisure time in Sausalito before returning to Pier 43½ to board a comfortable boat for a narrated Golden Gate Bay Cruise featuring views of Alcatraz Island. B, D

Day 7: Astoria Visit the “Whale Watching Capitol of the Oregon Coast,” Depoe Bay, and watch for the resident pod of grey whales. Take a self-guided tour and sample some of the award-winning products at Tillamook Cheese Factory before a leisurely walk along Cannon Beach to see “Haystack Rock,” a geological Oregon landmark. Arrive in Astoria, the oldest city in Oregon, for dinner and an overnight stay overlooking the Columbia River. B, D

Day 3: Avenue of the Giants Hop on Highway 101 and head north through wine country to the gateway of the redwoods, the Avenue of the Giants scenic drive with some of the tallest and oldest coastal redwoods on display. Arrive Humboldt State Park visitor center for a guided walk in the largest remaining stand of virgin redwoods in the world. Overnight in Eureka, CA area. B, D

Day 8: Coastal History Learn about the history of the U.S. Coast Guard and Columbia River Bar Pilots during a morning visit to the Columbia River Maritime Museum. Stop at Mount St. Helens Visitor Center to learn about the devasting 1980 eruption and this geologically intense area. Arrive in Seattle for a two-night stay. B, D

Day 4: Magnificent Redwoods Grab your camera and feast your eyes on the magnificent redwoods on a gondola ride at the Trees of Mystery, stop at both Redwood National and State Park an overnight in Crescent City, CA. B, D Day 5: Florence Follow the coastline north to Florence, OR for an exhilarating Giant Dune Buggy Ride up and over the massive sand dunes that characterize this coastal area. Visit Heceta Head Lighthouse, the most photographed lighthouse on the Pacific Coast and continue to Newport for a two-night stay with private ocean view balconies at a Sunrise favorite, the Elizabeth Street Inn. B, D Day 6: Oregon Coast

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Day 9: Explore Seattle Enjoy a morning ascension in the iconic Space Needle for spectacular city views followed by free time at the nation’s oldest farmer market, Pike Place Market. Learn about Seattle’s pioneer history during a visit to the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park and see salmon migrate up the fish ladder at the Chittenden Locks. B, D

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double $3399 +$233 tpl/quad $3039 +$233 single $4329 +$331 * Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

Same price as 2020!

Travel north from San Francisco to Seattle and discover the magic of this corner of the world where the coastal terrain is a beautiful combination of sandy beaches, towering rock cliffs and an endless array of marine creatures and remarkable tall trees.

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England and Scotland A custom Sunrise itinerary featuring a visit to Downton Abbey’s Highclere Castle and the world-famous Edinburgh Tattoo

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Day 1: Overnight flight Day 2: London Day 3: London Day 4: Stonehenge and Highclere Castle Day 5: Bath - Stratford Upon Avon Day 6: “The Beatles” Day 7: Lake District Day 8: Loch Ness Day 9: Eilean Donan Castle Day 10: Glenlivet Distillery Day 11: Edinburgh Military Tattoo Day 12: Edinburgh Day 13: Fly home from Edinburgh

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Bar Harbor & the Canadian Maritime Provinces

FLY Aug 8-18, 2021

Day 1: Fly to Boston Area Board a flight for Boston and travel north to central Maine for a one-night stay. D Day 2: Bar Harbor Travel “down east” to picturesque Bar Harbor, Maine. Nowhere along the Atlantic seaboard is the “stern and rockbound coast” more picturesque than Acadia National Park! With a local expert, explore the Loop Road, including stops for pictures of Cadillac Mountain and more. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the Jordan Pond House and a special overnight stay at the Bluenose Inn with sweeping views of Frenchman Bay. B, D Day 3: Bay of Fundy Ferry With passports in hand we are off to St. John, New Brunswick to board a ferry for a cruise across the Bay of Fundy, one of Canada’s Natural Wonders. En route, you may spot a whale playing in the high tides before arriving in coastal Digby, Nova Scotia. From there travel across scenic Nova Scotia to Halifax for a twonight stay near the Harbor Waterfront. B, D Day 4: Peggy’s Cove and Halifax Today is full of history and fun, so bring your cameras and sunglasses! Make the journey to picturesque Peggy’s Cove to visit the rustic charm of this famous fishing village and lighthouse. Our local guide will lead us back to Halifax to explore its legacy and charm. B, D Day 5: Baddeck After a leisurely breakfast, take time to explore more of historic downtown Halifax on your own. Continue to Baddeck, Nova Scotia for a two-night stay at the Silver Dart Lodge, a huge hit with past Sunrise travelers, and experience their warm Cape Breton hospitality. B, D Day 6: Cabot Trail Spend the day on one of Canada’s most famous scenic drives – The Cabot Trail. Stop to visit the “hookers” making rugs and take many photos from viewpoints high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L

Day 7: Prince Edward Island Visit one of Canada’s most popular sites, the impressive Alexander Graham Bell Museum overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. Cross the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island aboard MV Holiday Island Ferry, featuring outdoor seating with stunning views and indoor seating with music and entertainment for a two-night stay in Charlottetown, PEI. B, D Day 8: Prince Edward Island Explore this intriguing island and visit Anne of Green Gables sites, beautiful coastlines and quaint villages. Enjoy Cavendish Boardwalk before dinner and a performance at the premier Confederation of the Arts Centre Theatre (Show TBD). B, D

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Day 9: St. John, NB Cross the picturesque, nine-mile Confederation Bridge into New Brunswick to see a natural phenomenon – the Hopewell Rocks – you must see them to believe them! Dine at the historic Union Club, founded in 1884, before checking into the luxurious Chateau Saint John. B, D Day 10: St. Andrews Visit the seaside town of St. Andrews before we continue to central Maine and a farewell dinner at the Governor Hill Mansion, a grand Colonial Revival home built with brick from St. Louis! Overnight in central Maine. B, D Day 11: Return flight home from Boston B ✹

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California National Parks & Las Vegas! Discover the power of Yosemite to move your spirit just as John Muir called it “Nature’s Temple” Day 1: Fly into San Francisco area D Day 2: Yosemite National Park Travel south along the east side of El Dorado National Forest to Yosemite National Park, our nation’s 3rd designated national park. Get your first looks at the strength of the granite, the beauty of the waterfalls and the tranquility of the High Sierra travelling across Tioga Road through Yosemite Valley! Continue west to El Portal to unpack your bags for a 2-night stay on the western edge of Yosemite at the comfortable Yosemite View Lodge featuring rooms overlooking the scenic Merced River. B, D Day 3: Yosemite Valley Awake to the impressive scenery and travel into the park to the award-winning Majestic Lodge Dining Room for a gourmet lunch. Explore the rugged beauty of Yosemite Valley this afternoon aboard an open-air tram and discover views of waterfalls, deep valleys and rock formations. With such spectacular scenery, it’s easy to grasp why Yosemite is one of the nation’s most photographed parks! B, L Day 4: Sequoia National Park The sounds and scenes from the era of steam powered railroad logging come to life aboard the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. After a delicious lunch, travel south to Sequoia National Park; the 2nd US national park designated in 1890. Unpack for 2 nights in the park at Wuksachi Lodge. Surrounded by the sequoia forest and soaring Sierra peaks, the alpine, rustic mountain lodge promises a distinctive relaxing stay. Badwater Basin Perhaps a “walk in the park” in the fresh air this evening? B, L Day 5: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks After breakfast, it’s

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time to explore Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with a guide from the Sequoia Field Institute. These parks are home to giants: immense mountains, deep canyons and huge trees. Take a deep breath of the pine-scented fresh air and behold one of the oldest living things in the world, the General Grant Tree, named the Nation’s Christmas Tree by Calvin Coolidge in 1926. Return to the hotel for dinner. B, L, D

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Day 6: Tumpisa Cross the edge of the Mojave Desert into Death Valley National Park. Named by Native Americans as “Tumpisa” meaning rock paint for its clay bottom, the Valley is known as having the lowest point in the western hemisphere. Our overnight stay puts us right in the center of the Park at the newly renovated and rebranded The Ranch at Death Valley! Take a swim in a spring fed pool and enjoy the stars which blanket the brilliant sky. B, D

Super Trip! Everything prearranged was great.

– Jim C., 2018 California National Parks

Day 7: Death Valley National Park Embark on a journey of a wonderland that stretches as far as the eye can see on a guided tour of Death Valley National Park. Our guide from the Field Institute will share all the interesting features and stories of the Park including the stunning Mesquite Flats, Stovepipe Wells, Zabriski Point and Badwater. This evening, travel to Las Vegas, NV and The Golden Nugget for an overnight stay. B, D

California National Parks & Las Vegas June 9-16, 2019

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The Dakotas Day 1: Dakota Dunes Saddle up for our Dakota Adventure! Travel to Dakota Dunes, SD for dinner and an overnight stay. D Day 2: Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, the largest city in South Dakota, is our first stop in the Dakotas. Take a guided tour of the U.S.S. South Dakota Battleship Memorial, commemorating the lead ship of her class in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1947. After a visit to the triple waterfall at Falls Park and lunch at the Falls Overlook Cafe, visit the largest collection of art by renowned American artist Terry Redlin at the Redlin Art Center. B, L Day 3: Bismarck Tour the Hjemkomst Interpretive Center in Moorhead, MN including a Hopperstad Stave Church replica and the Hjemkomst Viking Ship. Journey across North Dakota to the capital city of Bismarck. Experience the state’s 600 million years of geologic past during a visit to the North Dakota Heritage Center. Head west into the North Dakota Badlands for a 2-night stay at the historic Rough Riders Hotel in the heart of downtown Medora. B, D Day 4: Exploring Medora Join our local expert for a guided tour of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, a habitat for bison, elk and prairie dogs where the Great Plains meets the rugged Badlands. Spend afternoon leisure time in the authentic Old West town of Medora or enjoy more time in the park and the Painted Canyon. Enjoy the nationally-acclaimed Pitchfork Steak Fondue dinner before we mosey over to the Burning Hills Amphitheatre for a live performance of the musical variety show, Medora Musical. B, D Day 5: Deadwood Journey south into Deadwood, South Dakota and see firsthand where legendary wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and other gold rush characters made their name in the historic town that puts the “wild” in Wild West. Continue into the Black Hills for a stop at Wind Cave National Park, where bison and elk roam on the prairie, and one of the most complex

cave systems in the world is hidden below. Check in for a 2-night stay in Rapid City. B, L

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Day 6: Black Hills Enjoy spectacular close-ups as we take a jeep tour amidst herds of buffalo and elk through the rolling hills of Custer State Park. After lunch at the State Game Lodge, learn about the heritage of the plains Sioux at Crazy Horse Memorial and visit the iconic Mt. Rushmore National Monument, including a unique view and photo stop at the side profile of George Washington. B, L

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Day 7: Badlands National Park Experience the rugged beauty of Badlands National Park on a morning drive. Look for bighorn sheep and prairie dogs as you wind through the colorful geological formations that contain one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Visit the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site and Delta-9 Silo, where a missile from the Cold War arms race sits beneath the prairie. Continue to the capital of South Dakota, Pierre, for an overnight stay. B, D Day 8: De Smet After a guided tour of the South Dakota State Capitol building, head south to De Smet, the childhood home of writer Laura Ingalls Wilder and the setting of six of her books. Enjoy a guided tour and the chance to relive the pioneer days of growing up on the Dakota prairie. Overnight in Dakota Dunes. B, D Day 9: Return home Return to St. Louis with a greater appreciation of the days of yore in the Wild West. B ✹

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Great American Music Tour

Explore Graceland, Elvis Presley’s 14-acre Day 1: Nashville & Opryland Hotel estate featuring his home, original business The International Bluegrass Music Museum office, trophy building features a Hall of Fame, and Meditation Garden instrument display where Elvis and members and exhibits of great Belle Meade Plantation of his family are laid to bluegrass musicians like rest. Explore the new genre creator Bill Monroe. state of the art Elvis Explore the history and entertainment complex hear a real bluegrass including the expansive band before heading to Car Museum. Enjoy a local Nashville with a song in guided tour of Memphis your heart! Check into with special attention the legendary Gaylord paid to the music that has Opryland Hotel where made Memphis famous. 9 acres of lush gardens Find your rhythm and and indoor pools at this blues while listening to iconic property will be a a local musician while highlight. Cap the night savoring “supper” on with dinner and a show Beale Street. B, D at the famous Grand Ole Opry, the heart and Day 5: Return soul of country music. D Home B ✹ Day 2: Country Music Hall of Fame Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, an immersive experience of the sights and sounds of this uniquely American form of music. Located in downtown Nashville, the Hall underwent a $100 million renovation and expansion in 2014, making it an essential stop in any music fan’s travels. Enjoy a “historic” tour of the Belle Meade Plantation, the scenic location of one of the most famous American thoroughbred farms of the 19th Graceland century. After lunch on Music Row, tour Nashville featuring Vanderbilt University, the Parthenon and more with a local guide. B, L

COACH Sep 2-6, 2021 Per person rates*

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double $1299 +$112 tpl/quad $1179 +$112 single $1589 +$138

Well paced tour. Thoroughly enjoyed the Opryland Resort!

– Cheryl L., 2017 Great American Music Tour

Great American Music Tour August 31-September 4, 2019

Day 3: Memphis Tour the Johnny Cash Museum and taste a “Goo-Goo” before heading west to Memphis; the birthplace of great American music and home to the fabulous Blues, Rock ‘n Roll and Soul music sound. Take a peek inside the iconic Bass Bro Shop erected in the Memphis Pyramid. Check into the new hotel, The Guest House at Graceland, where the unique accommodations are inspired by warm hospitality even Elvis himself would expect. B, D Day 4: Graceland

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Door County "Cape Cod of the Midwest"

Day 1: Port Washington, WI Located on Lake Michigan, the charming community of Port Washington has been described as having “a New England fishing village charm.” Enjoy dinner with lake views at Sunrise favorite Newport Shores Restaurant. D Day 2: Sturgeon Bay, WI Ascend the Port Washington Lighthouse (optional) and continue to Manitowoc to explore the Wisconsin Maritime Museum including a docent-guided tour of USS Cobia, the nation’s most completely restored WWII submarine. Arrive in Door County, one of the top ten vacation destinations in North America as described by Money magazine. Enjoy free time in the lovely lakeside community of Sturgeon Bay and the hospitality and amenities of the waterfront Bridgeport Resort (or similar), home for the next three nights. B, D Day 3: Door County Travel to the quaint town of Fish Creek, the country’s “most walkable village” with amazing galleries, gift shops and casual outdoor eateries. You will have time to explore and eat lunch on your own; try one of their farm-to-table menus. This afternoon captures the spirit of Door Country on a “Fish Creek Boat Tour” that combines scenery, wildlife and human history. View the beautiful homes along “Millionaire’s (Cottage) Row”; then from Chambers Island “thread the needle” between Adventure and Strawberry Islands. Learn about the unique history of Sven’s Bluff, the 1900’s girls Camp Menagha and Door County’s early European settlers. Visit Peninsula State Park, the crown jewel of Wisconsin state parks, including a guided tour of one of the five historic lighthouses. Complete the day with an authentic Door County fish boil, watch the sunset and see the famous “boil over.” B, D Day 4: Door County Discover the Lake Michigan

COACH Sep 6-11, 2021

side of the peninsula with sandy beaches and rocky shoreline cliffs. Tour Bjorklunden’s Boynton Chapel and enjoy a leisurely walk along the shore in Whitefish Dunes State Park and learn about the limestone sea caves that are nestled along the sea line. Enjoy a relaxing evening at the Bridgeport or take a stroll along the lake or into Sturgeon Bay. B, L

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double $1168 +$112 tpl/quad $1032 +$112 single $1484 +$112

Day 5: Wisconsin Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the famous Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, before we depart for southern Wisconsin. In Racine, tour the SC Johnson Company First night HQ, including the 1939 Last night Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Overnight Administration Building, which has been recognized Highlight as one of the top 25 buildings Tour route of the 20th century. Overnight in Racine. B, D Day 6: Return Home Of course no visit to Wisconsin is complete without cheese! So before departing Wisconsin, visit a local cheese house for delicious samples and an opportunity to purchase favorites. Then it’s homeward bound – refreshed and rejuvenated from our Midwest Cape Cod experience. B ✹

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New York City and Hudson Valley Day 1: Ohio Travel east through Ohio for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Fishkill, NY Journey across Pennsylvania to New York. Dine at Blu Pointe on the Hudson Restaurant featuring great views of the Hudson River. Travel to Fishkill, NY for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 3: The Roosevelts Get to know one of the 20th Century’s most admired women, Eleanor Roosevelt, in her modest home and private retreat, “Val-Kill”, with a guided tour. Continue the Roosevelt experience this afternoon with a guided tour of the lifelong home “Springwood”, museum, gardens and final resting place of America’s longest serving U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt in Hyde Park. There will be ample time to explore the new $6 million enhancements to the exhibits recounting his presidency with rarely seen artifacts. B, D

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day as we visit Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty while enjoying the magnificent views of the New York skyline from across the Hudson River. Spend an evening on the "Great White Way" for dinner and a performance of a hit Broadway musical (TBD). B, D

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Day 7: Pennsylvania Depart the Big Apple and satisfy your chocolate cravings with a stop in Hershey, PA, including lunch at the Hershey Hotel, before traveling to overnight in eastern Ohio. B, L

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Did you know? • George Washington was inaugurated in New York City – at the time, the nation’s capital – in 1789. He is the only president in history to take the oath in the Big Apple!

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Day 4: West Point and Times Square Tour the US Military Academy at West Point, the oldest military academy in the country. Walk the paths of generals and presidents as you trace the footsteps of our country’s great leaders. Savor lunch at West Point in the historic Hotel Thayer surrounded by Old World charm. Head to New York City and visit iconic Times Square for time to explore on your own. Watch the giant digital marquees, shop, people watch and savor tasty goodies at dinner on your own. Check into a NYC area hotel for three nights. B, L Day 5: New York City tour Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend the day exploring Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique areas of Little Italy and Chinatown in lower Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to the poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero and admission to the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Ascend to the top of the One World Observatory, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, for incredible panoramic views of New York City! B, D Day 6: Statue of Liberty and Broadway See NYC from a different perspective this

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This was our 4th Sunrise Trip. We just keep coming back!

– Mike B., 2017 NYC & Hudson Valley

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Day 1: Maryland Fly into Baltimore and head to the charming coastal downtown Annapolis for dinner and a 2-night stay. D Day 2: Maryland See where enthusiastic young men and women train in the Navy and Marine Corps at the US Naval Academy. The guided tour includes Bancroft Hall, crypt of John Paul Jones, and more. Watch the noon formation before lunch in the Naval Academy Club, a military Tradition for 100 years. Explore historic Annapolis on a narrated trolley tour including the Maryland State House, the oldest state capitol still in continuous legislative use. Take free time to explore downtown City Docks this evening. B, L Day 3: Delaware Head east into the first state to ratify the US Constitution – Delaware. Arrive in Dover and visit the special Air Mobility Command Museum. Learn how Hangar 1301 was involved in secret rocket development during WWII and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Completed in 1791, a guided tour of the Old State House shares DE’s role in the American Revolution and stories about the patriots who were there. Arrive Rehoboth Beach for dinner and a 2-night stay in this remarkable village. B, D Day 4: Delaware After a leisurely morning, visit Cape Henlopen State Park with a local expert and continue to a guided tour of Lewes, DE, a community founded in 1631 as the “first town in the first state”. Shop the local ware and savor a local ice cream before traveling back to Rehoboth for a free evening to stroll the boardwalk or dip your toes in the ocean. B, sweet treat Day 5: New Jersey Board the Cape May Ferry to relax on the sun deck or in the salon area while making our way across the mouth of the Delaware River to New Jersey. Arrive in historic Victorian Cape May and explore this quaint seaside resort village on a narrated trolley tour exploring the treasures and landmarks in the Historic District. Tour the 1879 Emien Physick Estate, Cape

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May’s Victorian house museum. A gourmet lunch is planned at the historic Washington Inn. This evening, a personal guide shares tales of local heroes and legends on the drive to Cape May Lighthouse to watch the Sunset Beach Flag Ceremony at dusk. B, L

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Day 6: Connecticut Awaken to the smells and sounds of the ocean; take a stroll on the beach and perhaps garner a photo in front of the iconic Cape May Rescue Boat! Head northeast on I-95 to Mystic, CT ready to embrace the relaxed New England charm that has made this a popular destination. Explore the shops in downtown Mystic, First night including Last night NY the famous “Mystic Overnight NJ Pizza” shop Highlight before Tour route unpacking Flight route PA for a 2-night stay in downtown Mystic, CT. B, D

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Day 7: US Naval Rhode Island Academy At the Mystic Seaport Maritime Museum discover the Charles W. Morgan whaleship, a working preservation shipyard, historic gardens, maritime art gallery and more. Cross into Rhode Island for Narragansett Bay. Learn about the area on a scenic lighthouse cruise showcasing 10 gorgeous lighthouses, multiple islands, and miles of stunning coastline. Feast on a delicious boxed lunch from Mantunuck Oyster Restaurant featuring farm and pond to plate! Embark on an Oyster Farm tour and learn the harvest process of the Potter Pond Estuary. B, L Day 8: Flight home Flight home from Hartford or Boston. B ✹

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Explore Colorado’s majestic mountains and natural beauty during peak fall color and enjoy scenic train rides on the Royal Gorge Railroad, the vintage Durango & Silverton steam train and the historic Cumbres & Toltec line. Day 1: Colorado Springs - Olympic City USA Fly into Denver and get your first glimpse of the Rocky Mountains as we travel to Colorado Springs. Explore the NEW United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum which celebrates American athletes. Experience an authentic German dinner at a local favorite, Edelweiss German Restaurant, before we unpack for a two-night stay. B, D Day 2: Garden of the Gods Experience the National Museum of World War II Aviation, which documents the historical importance of military aviation in our emergence as a world power during the Second World War. It is no wonder the song “America the Beautiful” was inspired by the views from Pikes Peak. After lunch at the foot of the peak in historic Manitou Springs, head to the Garden of the Gods for a guided tour of one of the most photographed natural wonders in the United States. B, L Day 3: Canon City, CO Travel to Canon City and board the Royal Gorge Train for a 24-mile journey into the canyon and beneath the infamous Royal Gorge Bridge. Continue to Pueblo, home to four Congressional Medal of Honor recipients and the most visits by sitting U.S. Presidents of any city in the U.S. Enjoy free time to explore the Union Avenue Historic District and stroll along the historic Riverwalk. Overnight in Alamosa, CO. B, D Day 4: Cumbres and Toltec Railroad Next stop – 1880! The historic, coal-fired steam locomotives of the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad will take us on a memorable journey over high trestles and above yawning gorges adorned with brilliant gold foliage as we ride from Antonito to Chama, NM. Continue on the coach to Durango for a two-night stay. B, L Day 5: Mesa Verde National Park Join a local guide for a fantastic adventure exploring Mesa Verde National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to

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over 4,000 known archeological sites and cliff dwellings. Return to Durango for free time to explore the charming downtown area before dinner in the historic Strater Hotel, built in 1887 and adorned with the largest collection of walnut antiques. B, D Day 6: Durango-Silverton Railroad Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear aboard the Durango-Silverton narrow-gauge train. The line was originally constructed to haul silver and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains, but passengers soon realized it was the VIEW that was truly precious! Drive the “Million Dollar Highway” for free time in the little mountain town of Ouray, known as “Switzerland of the Rockies.” Overnight in Grand Junction, CO. B, D Day 7: Colorado National Monument Experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive during a visit to Colorado National Monument – keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and soaring eagles! Travel through Glenwood Canyon, Durango-Silverton with towering walls 1,300 feet above the Colorado 1 Glenwood River, before Springs arriving for Denver lunch in 1 Grand Glenwood Junction Colorado Springs. Springs 2 Overnight in Mesa Denver. B, L Royal Day 8: Fly Home B ✹

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Did you know? • The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad was named the #1 Scenic Train Ride in the U.S. in USA Today’s “10 Best” 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards.

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Canadian Rockies and Rocky Mountaineer Featuring a first-class rail journey aboard the award-winning Rocky Mountaineer and an overnight stay at the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise! Day 1: Vancouver, BC Catch a flight northwest to arrive in cosmopolitan Vancouver. Observe 360˚ dazzling views of the skyline from the Vancouver Lookout deck 553 feet above. Settle in for dinner and an overnight stay at the Georgian Court Hotel, one of the finest boutique hotels in the city. B, D Day 2: All aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Hear the whistle blow as this rail journey begins bright and early for a FULL day of incredible scenery through oversized windows. Relax in your well-appointed SilverLeaf train coach and witness the magnificent scenery of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. See forests and winding river canyons complimented by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains while enjoying historical narration and stories. During the day savor delicious gourmet meals featuring local fare served to your seat so you won’t miss a minute of the awe-inspiring views. Arrive in Kamloops for an evening at leisure and an overnight stay. B, L Day 3: Rocky Mountaineer An early boarding on the train sets the stage for a full day journey to the regal Canadian Rockies. Prepare to be amazed at the dramatic scenery following the North Thompson River through the mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide. While enjoying impeccable dining service and expert commentary, take in the highest peak in the CN Rockies, Mount Robson. Also see Pyramid Falls and glide along Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. What a memorable experience! Arrive the resort town of Jasper and unpack for a two-night stay. B, L Day 4: Jasper, AB Board our motor coach for a private sightseeing tour of Jasper Village and its UNESCOdesignated National Park. Home to some of the most breathtaking wilderness, highlights will include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon and the unforgettable Athabasca view point. There will be free time this evening to explore more sights of this resort town including the brilliant night sky. B

Day 5: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Travel south on the Icefields Parkway, one of the most stunning highways in the world. Keep an eye out for elk, deer, bighorn sheep and bears while passing snow peaked mountain caps on the way to the Columbia Icefields. Board an Ice Explorer for a smooth ride to the center of this 7,200 foot high Athabasca Glacier. Stop at Bow Lake en route to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Resort for a AAA 4-diamond dinner and an overnight stay. Walk along Emerald Lake or relax in this iconic property. B, D Day 6: Yoho National Park and Lake Louise Wake early to watch the sunrise over the mountains and enjoy a morning at leisure. This afternoon, a local expert guides us into Yoho National Park to explore Spiral Tunnels, the rock bridge over Kicking Horse River and more. Arrive in Banff and unpack for a twonight stay at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa situated on the main street in town. B, D Day 7: Banff, AB Today is free to get acquainted with Banff. Perhaps ride up the mountain aboard the Banff Gondola for eagle-eye views or visit the Whyte Museum, devoted to the culture of the area. Book a treatment at the hotel’s Red Earth Spa or target shopping and dining located within steps of your hotel. Gather for a farewell dinner and share your Banff experiences. B, D Day 8: Return Home Travel east through the Canadian Rockies for one last glimpse of incredible scenery before arriving at the Calgary airport for the flight home. B ✹ Jasper First night Last night Overnight Highlight Tour route Flight route

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Albuquerque Balloon Festival Day 1: Albuquerque, NM Fly into Albuquerque, host to the dazzling 2019 International Balloon Fiesta, the world’s premier balloon event. Enjoy a guided tour and dinner at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, showcasing the traditions, art and craftsmanship of the 19 New Mexican Pueblos. Settle in for three nights at the Drury Inn located near Fiesta Park. D

blend of Spanish and Native cultures set against the backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Learn about the history of New Mexico during a tour of the State Capitol building. Celebrate the life and creative process of one of the most significant artists of the 20th century during a visit to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Unpack for a 2-night stay in Santa Fe. B, D

Day 2: Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension Rise and shine! The Dawn Patrol Show and glorious Mass Ascension are a thrilling experience as hundreds of vividly colored hot air balloons fill the morning sky. Watch it all from your reserved seats on the launch field or walk amongst the balloons. After lunch at a local favorite, explore the intriguing story of the atomic age during a guided tour of the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, the nation’s only congressionally chartered museum in its field. B, L, Hot Apps

Day 5: Explore Santa Fe Experience one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets during a morning visit to the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market. Lunch at the Santa Fe School of Cooking will educate and entertain while you sample the unique flavors of New Mexico. Discover the many charms of Santa Fe with our local StepLoretto Loretta Chapel on guide. Do you Chapel know the mystery that surrounds the construction of the Miraculous Staircase at the Loretto Chapel? B, L

Day 3: Sandia Peak & Fiesta Balloon Glow Take a hot air balloon ride (at your own arrangement and expense) or relax at the hotel. Learn about the history of the world-class Balloon Fiesta during a visit to the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. After a fiestastyle lunch, board the Sandia Peak Aerial Tram, the world’s longest tramway, and ride 2.7 miles above the Cibola National Forest to Sandia Peak to experience a panoramic vista of the great Southwest. Your adventure continues at the Balloon Fiesta Balloon Glow. Stroll amongst the balloons on the launch field and experience the sight as the balloons glow in the evening desert sky! Witness the Fiesta’s spectacular AfterGlow Sandia Peak Aerial Tram Fireworks Show from your reserved seats on the launch field. B, L, Hot Apps Day 4: Santa Fe, NM Travel to Santa Fe, the nation’s oldest capital city filled with a unique

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Day 6: Return Home Fly home from Albuquerque with amazing photos to share and exciting stories to tell of your adventure out West. B ✹

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Thumbs up!! Top notch!!

– Maria R., 2017 Albuquerque Balloon Festival

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Michigan's Upper Peninsula & The Grand Hotel

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Day 1: Depart St Louis for Grand Rapids Overnight in Grand Rapids. Hot Apps Day 2: Mackinac Island Take the ferry ride across Lake Huron to Mackinac Island and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to the island’s premier luxury resort, the incomparable Grand Hotel where the longest porch in the world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. Savor an elegant 5-course dinner in the Grand Dining Hall with entertainment. B, D Day 3: Mackinac Island After breakfast in the Grand Dining Room, a full day at leisure to relax at the hotel and explore the Island. Take a carriage tour of Mackinac Island State Park, browse quaint shops, rent a bicycle to ride around the island, play lawn croquet or explore The Grand and learn a little more about its history. All day to be as active or relaxed in your wonderful surrounding. Your Sunrise Tour Manager will be available to help you plan your day (cost of additional activities not included). Tonight, an exquisite dinner in the Grand Dining Hall. B, D Day 4: Sault Sainte Marie After another restful night in one of the Grand’s magnificent rooms and a superb breakfast, depart for Sault St. Marie, MI, known as the Northern Gateway to Canada. Visit Tahquamenon Falls State Park to see the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Upper Falls. Enjoy rustic charm during lunch at Camp 33 before visiting one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. On beautiful St. Mary’s River, a delicious dinner cruise through Soo Locks, one of the great wonders of the world and largest waterway traffic system on earth. See locks up close as we travel along the international shoreline of the lower harbor. Unpack for a twonight stay in Sault Ste. Marie. B, L, D Day 5: Historic Sault Sainte Marie Spend the morning with our local guide exploring historic Sault Sainte

Marie and free afternoon in this picturesque lakeside town. OR, take an optional Agawa Canyon Train Ride (additional cost) - pack your passport for a full day wilderness rail excursion through rugged Canadian wilderness 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Travel over the towering trestle at Montreal River, ride alongside remote lakes and awesome granite formations aboard a provincial train to pristine beauty of Canyon Park. B Day 6: Marquette Drive along the shoreline of Lake Michigan dotted with colorful fall foliage to visit delightful Munising, MI. Experience the splendor of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore lit by rays of the sun during an afternoon scenic boat ride. Cruise along crystal-clear waters of Lake Superior for perfect views of colored cliffs, sea caves, and pristine beaches. Overnight on the shore of Lake Superior in charming Marquette, MI. B, D Day 7: Wisconsin This morning tour the impressive Marquette Maritime Museum and Lighthouse before heading south to Port Washington, for a farewell dinner and overnight stay. B, D

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Grand Hotel dinners were something we will always remember. The waitstaff went out of their way to make our experience memorable.

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Paris/Normandy Cruise A Sunrise Tours private river charter Day 1: Overnight Flight (meals included in flight) Day 2: Paris After a mid-morning arrival in the City of Lights, board the Amadeus Diamond and get settled into your cabin. This evening, enjoy a welcome cocktail, followed by a specially prepared Welcome Dinner. [B, L, D included aboard ship for the duration of the cruise] Day 3: Conflans Arrive in Conflans, at the confluence of the Oise and the Seine. Visit the little town of Auvers-sur-Oise, an inspiration to many of the famous Impressionist masters, including Cézanne, Pissarro and Daubigny. The most famous of these artists is Vincent van Gogh, whose final resting place is located here. Visit Auberge Ravoux, where Van Gogh lived in a very simple and small room lit only by sky light. Inspired by the picturesque site with its inhabitants and surroundings, Van Gogh painted close to 80 canvases here, which come alive in the winding streets of the village. Day 4: Rouen9 This morning we reach Rouen, often called the “Ville musée” (Museum Town) where you can visit one of the many art, history, and antiquities museums scattered throughout the city. Visit the cathedral that inspired Claude Monet and the modern Church of Joan of Arc with its magnificent 16thcentury stained-glass windows. See the “Gros Horloge,” the astronomical clock, the Parliament of Normandy, and the “Place du Vieux-Marché”, the site where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. Join a local expert for a journey along the Abbey Trail, a route of churches, castles and abbeys of the region, including Jumièges which author Victor Hugo described as one of the most beautiful ruins in France (additional expense). Day 5: Le Havre — Étretat Although the harbor of Le Havre was greatly destroyed in World War II, it was rebuilt and continues to be an important port city in Normandy. Explore the Normandy coastline with a walk along the Ètretat cliff-top paths for a view of steep chalk rocks with impressive needle-like formations, which have inspired many well-known artists. Nearby is the city of Honfleur, where the Seine meets the Atlantic. This port town is regarded as a jewel on the Côte Fleurie and is a lovely place to spend an afternoon.

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Day 6: Le Havre — Caudebec-en- Caux — WWII History Home to farmlands, beaches and towns, Normandy is a land with a rich culinary tradition, based on its fine local produce like world-famous cheeses and apples from which cider and the brandy Calvados are made. It also boasts many historic landmarks, such as the Normandy landing beaches and the city of Arromanches, the closest harbor linked with the liberation of Western Europe after D-Day. See the enormous concrete blocks remaining from Mulberry Harbor, an artificial harbor created for the Allied operations, and the impressive Longues sur Mer, the German coastal defense battery classified as a historic monument of the D-Day landing beaches. At the end of this excursion, rejoin the ship in Caudebec-en-Caux. Day 7: Les Andelys — Vernon Today, your vessel anchors in the little town of Les Andelys in Louvre Museum


the shadow of Chateau Gaillard, the one-time home of Richard the Lionheart. Relax in town or venture farther afield to nearby Giverny, home to Impressionist artist Claude Monet, until his death in 1926. The beautiful surroundings and vivid flora were inspiration for some of his most famous works. Return to the ship in Vernon for lunch. Onboard, the Captain’s Gala Dinner is a wonderful finish to a fantastic day. Optional: Take a short drive to get up close to the white stones of the King’s stronghold, Chateau Gaillard, and continue to Giverny for entrance to Monet’s House and Garden (additional expense). Day 8: Paris City Tour — Versailles In the early morning, it is once more “Bienvenue” to the French capital. Explore the sights of the Eiffel Tower and the bustling Champs-Élysées. As an alternative, you can also join an excursion to the Palace of Versailles, the sumptuous, grandiose and opulent palace of Louis XIV, which became the architectural manifestation of absolute monarchy in France (only bookable in advance). Day 9: Fly home (meals included in flight) ✹ Mont-Saint-Michel

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Day 2: The Finger Lakes Head to the Finger Lakes Region of New York for a guided tour of the world’s oldest photography museum, the George Eastman House and Museum, located on the estate of Eastman Kodak Company founder. Travel to the western shore of Owasco Lake for a delicious dinner in a historical chapel, The Point at Sand Beach. Overnight stay in Syracuse. B, D

Day 6: Ogunquit, ME Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore Ogunquit’s downtown area, walk the spectacular Marginal Way or relax at the hotel to take in the coastline views. Visit one of the oldest working lighthouses in the country, Portland Head Light, located at the entrance to Portland Harbor in the Gulf of Maine. Dinner at popular Barnacle Billy’s. B, D

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Day 8: Albany, NY Tour the world’s largest collection of original Rockwell art, including enduring favorite Saturday Evening Post covers at the Norman Rockwell Museum. Take a step back in history to the Gilded Age during lunch at iconic Red Lion Inn. Overnight in Victor, NY. B, L

Day 4: The Green Mountains Spend the day exploring the mountains of Vermont with our local guide. Visit the 1905 Georgian Revival mansion Hildene, home of the only child of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive adulthood, Robert Todd Lincoln. Explore times of yesteryear during a trip to Vermont’s original general store, The Vermont Country Store. Learn about the art of making maple syrup and sample award-winning products during a visit to Green Mountain Sugar House before returning to Castle Hill for a wonderful gourmet dinner. B, D

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Day 3: Cooperstown, NY & Vermont Batter up! Discover the history of America’s favorite past time at the Baseball Hall of Fame. Keep a look out for artifacts and history detailing 17 former St. Louis Cardinals who have been inducted. After lunch and time to explore Cooperstown, stop at Bennington Battle Monument (weather permitting), a 306 foot-high monument commemorating a turning point in the Revolutionary War, for a breathtaking view of Vermont, Massachusetts and New York before traveling through picturesque Green Mountains for a two-night stay at Vermont’s premier Okemo Mountain hotel, The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort. B, D

Day 5: New Hampshire, Ogunquit, ME Experience one of northern New Hampshire’s best fall foliage viewing areas when we drive the famous scenic byway, Kancamagus Highway. This 34.5-mile scenic drive cuts a path through White Mountain National Forest with breathtaking views of Swift River, Sabbaday Falls, and Rocky Gorge. Arrive at Maine’s picturesque coast and check into our

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Day 9: Niagara Falls, NY Board the world-famous Maid of the Mist to experience the majestic beauty of Niagara Falls as 2.5 billion gallons of water from four of the five Great Lakes cascade every hour, featuring gorgeous views of Niagara’s three waterfalls; American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls. B, D Day 10: Return home B ✹

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Day 5: Mid-Ohio Experience the majestic and humbling power of the great Niagara Falls when we board the world-famous Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to the base of Niagara’s three waterfalls – American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls. Travel to midOhio for an overnight stay. B, Hot Apps

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Day 2: Canandaigua Lake Enjoy a visit to beautiful Ashtabula County for a tour of historic covered bridges, including the longest covered bridge in the U.S. Continue to Canandaigua, NY for a narrated dinner cruise aboard the Canandaigua Lady paddle wheeler. Unpack for a 2-night stay in Geneva, NY, the heart of a region known for spectacular fall color. B, D Day 3: Finger Lakes Explore the nation’s most extensively preserved country estate from the Victorian era, Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Site, featuring beautiful fall color, historic mansion and beautiful views of Canandaigua Lake. Tour the largest glass museum in the world, the Corning Museum of Glass, home to over 3,500 years of glassmaking history. Step back into the late 19-century during dinner and wine tasting at the historic Belhurst Castle. B, D

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Fall Mystery Tour Join us for an exciting 7-day mystery tour. We can’t tell you where you’re going, but you’re sure to have fun! Our mystery tours visit towns and sites that we have never (or lightly) included on tour. You won’t see many “top 10” tourist highlights on a Sunrise Tours mystery tour, but that’s the point. We aim to surprise you with an amazing vacation you couldn’t imagine yourself!

COACH Oct 24-30, 2021 Per person rates double $1647

travel protection +$138

triple/quad $1469 travel protection +$112

single $2035

travel protection +$174

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Florida's National Parks Day 1: Arrive Fly to Ft. Lauderdale. D Day 2: Biscayne National Park Head south to the shores of Miami and Biscayne National Park, where mangroves along the coast provide a home to manatees, crocodiles, dolphins, and sharks. Continue along Florida’s iconic highway 1 through the Florida Keys all the way to its final stop - Key West. Enjoy an authentic island dinner along the harbor at Conch Seafood Republic before checking in for a 3-night stay in paradise. B, D Day 3: Dry Tortugas National Park Board the Yankee Freedom ferry for a full day trip to one of the most remote and least visited National Parks in the US, Dry Tortugas National Park. This island in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico is home to historic Fort Jefferson, a 19th century naval command center. Tour the fort with a park guide or spend the day relaxing on the island’s pristine beaches watching for sea turtles. B, L Day 4: Key West Enjoy a full day in one of the premier vacation destinations in the entire world. Board the world-famous Conch Train for a narrated tour of the area and immerse yourself in the vibrant island community with shops, restaurants, and beaches in every direction. The day is yours to explore at your own pace. At your leisure, visit any of the island’s attractions such as the Truman Little White House or the home of Ernest Hemingway (additional expense). B, D Day 5: Everglades National Park Adventure awaits as we leave paradise and enter the unspoiled wilderness of the Everglades.

Have your camera ready as we board the Backcountry Boat Tour and visit the home of crocodiles, manatees, dolphins, and countless tropical birds. Walk amongst the wild on the Anhinga Trail boardwalk, known for closeup views of the park’s famous residents. Continue to Homestead for dinner and a one-night stay. B, D

Per person rates*

+travel protection $

double $2999 +$206 tpl/quad $2659 +$206 single $3899 +$290

Day 6: Shark Valley Visit the Miccosukee Indian Village for a guided tour of the culture’s unique way of living, including an alligator handling demonstration. After an open-air tram ride through Shark Valley, check in for a 2-night stay at Ft. Lauderdale’s premier historic hotel, the Riverside. Located on the world-famous Las Olas Blvd, shops, restaurants, and the water are steps away. B, L

* Includes round-trip airfare from STL or MCI

Day 7: Fort Lauderdale Tour Ft. Lauderdale with our local guide to learn about the rich history and culture of the area. Often called the “Venice of America,” board the water taxi to explore Ft. Lauderdale’s vast system of canals Fort 1 2 Lauderdale (additional cost). Enjoy a final Homestead 1 evening of Everglades dinner and Biscayne National Park fellowship National Park looking back Dry on a fun Tortugas 3 and exciting Highlight National First night Key trip. B, D Park West Last night Tour route

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Colorado New Year's Eve

Featuring a two-night stay at the incomparable Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs and visit the NEW U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum! Join your friends at Sunrise Tours for a snowy and spectacular visit to Colorado for a New Year’s celebration. Featuring two nights at the incomparable Broadmoor Resort, a scenic ride through the Rockies on Amtrak’s California Zephyr, and iconic Colorado sights like the Garden of the Gods, your Colorado New Year’s celebration will be a memorable affair. ✹

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double $1759 +$138 tpl/quad $1539 +$138 single $2349 +$174

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COACH Dec 28, 2021Jan 3, 2022

The 132nd Rose Parade and more! Enjoy reserved seating for one of the most famous spectacles in the world, the incredible Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. Enjoy behind the scenes access to float st creation and visit Warner Brothers Studio, the Ronald Reagan Museum and Library and much more. Sunrise Tours makes it easy to December 28, and 2019-January 2, 2020 experience the Parade the best of Southern California on this all-time favorite tour. ✹

The 131 Rose Parade and more!

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FLY Dec 28, 2021 Jan 2, 2022 Per person rates*

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double $2439 +$174 tpl/quad $2229 +$174 single $2999 +$206 * Includes round-trip airfare

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from STL or MCI

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Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise A private chartered river cruise featuring a festive exploration of German and Austrian Christmas Markets Day 1: Overnight flight to Frankfurt, Germany (meals included in flight) Day 2: Marktheidenfeld Travel to the village of Marktheidenfeld and settle into our hotel for the next two evenings, the Hotel Zur schönen Aussicht. This inn was built in 1848, overlooks the Main River, and is located at an ideal spot near the romantic Old Town, Franconian vineyards and romantic forests. D Day 3: Würzburg Once the seat of power for the prince-bishops of Germany, the lavish Würzberg Residence is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy lunch at Juliusspital including a stroll through the storied wine cellar, followed by free time to explore the famous Wurzburg Christmas Market. B, L, D Day 4: Rothenburg/MS Amadeus Queen Shop the 500-year old Christmas Market, the Reiterlesmarkt, including coffee and Schneeballen pastry, a favorite of this region, before continuing to Nuremburg to embark on the MS Amadeus Queen. Christened

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in 2018, the Queen is our luxurious home for six nights. B, D Day 5: Nuremburg Home to the famous Nuremberg lebkuchen (gingerbread)! Our magical Advent journey to the most beautiful Christmas markets along the Danube commences with an introductory sightseeing tour through a festively decorated Nuremberg. The highlight follows—the famous Nuremberg Christmas Market, where culinary specialties, artisan crafts and regional products fill the air. This afternoon, we set sail on the Danube for Regensburg. B, L, D Day 6: Regensburg Enjoy a guided tour of Regensburg, one of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Germany followed by a visit to the Thurn and Taxis Castle and its renowned Christmas Market. A special evening of Bavarian entertainment on board the Queen caps a festive day. B, L, D Day 7: Passau Arrive in Passau, the “City of Three Rivers”, and enjoy a guided stroll in the charming city where the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers meet.


FLY Dec 1-10, 2021

Day 8: Melk Abbey-Vienna, Austria One of the highlights of your holiday in Europe will be a visit to the historic Melk Abbey, set upon a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube River and the spectacular Wachau Valley. Relax with a cup of hot cider or cocoa as we cruise through the Valley, one of the most scenic regions in Austria. Take a ride into the heart of Vienna’s City Centre to experience its colorful kaleidoscope of lights and decorations and illuminated display of parliament and museums. A perfect atmosphere for the Yuletide Season! B, L, D

Per person rates*

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Day 9: Vienna Enjoy a magical day in Vienna, one of the most beautiful in all of Europe, including a visit to famous Christmas Village on MariaTheresien-Platz, set between the Museums of Natural History and Art. First night Enjoy a sumptuous Captain’s Gala Dinner Last night followed by an exclusive on-board Overnight performance by members of Vienna’s Highlight Philharmonic Orchestra. B, L, D Day 10: Auf Wiedersehen fly home B, meals in flight ✹

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Starting prices: Haydn (lower) $4297 +$331 Strauss (middle) $5197 +$424 Mozart (top) $5597 +$466 Suite (top) $6297 +$506 * Includes airfare from STL or MCI, call for other gateway cities

All shore excursions included!

Important Note: • $300 per person deposit required • Final payment due September 1, 2021 • Cancel September 1-October 1 = 10% penalty, subsequent cancellation charges as described in Policies on p. 46

Please call for a detailed brochure including ship layout and registration form. Join friendly Sunrise Tours travelers and staff for a holiday vacation you’ll remember forever!

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Policies Cancellations - Please Review - UPDATED 1/1/20 Our cancellation fee schedule varies according to the type of tour. Your deposit is fully refundable up to the final payment due date. On any cancellation made after final payment is due, the following fee schedules apply. All motorcoach cancellation fee (final payment due 45 days before departure): Cancel 45-15 days before departure 50% of total price Cancel within 15 days of departure 100% of total price Fly/Train cancellation fee (final payment due 60 days before departure): Cancel 60-30 days before departure 50% of total price Cancel within 30 days of departure 100% of total price Cruise and International tours: Refunds for cancellation of cruises and international tours depend on the cruise line or international destination. Please refer to specific tour page or call for details. FINAL PAYMENT: Final payment is due 45 days before departure for an all-motorcoach tour and 60 days before departure for tours involving air or train unless otherwise noted. Some final payment deadlines for cruises or international destinations vary so please review specific tour page or call for details. TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS (and tipping policy): The price of the tour includes all attractions, lodging, motorcoach transportation, breakfast and dinner daily (unless noted otherwise), and tips for hotel, airport, and restaurant personnel. If the tour involves air travel, the cost of the ticket is included unless otherwise noted. Some airlines charge for checked baggage and that is not included in the tour price. Tips for the driver, tour managers, and step-on guides are left to the discretion of the traveler and should be in accordance with services received. Typical gratuities for tour manager and driver are $5-$7 per person, per day. TRAVEL PROTECTION – please review: Beginning January 1, 2020, we began offering the Travel Insured Group Deluxe travel protection for all Sunrise Tours. We believe this plan offers excellent travel protection, including coverage for pre-existing conditions in case you need to cancel for medical reasons and the flexibility to purchase coverage with final payment, at a very reasonable price. The cost of travel protection varies and can be found next to the fare listed in the catalog. We have always felt that travel protection is an individual decision, and therefore have not included it in the cost of our tours. However, we strongly recommend that you purchase the Group Deluxe travel protection for your Sunrise Tours vacation. There are many reasons (lost baggage, medical coverage, etc., please see Travel Insured Group Deluxe Plan document for details) to purchase travel protection but following are two main reasons we highly recommend the plan offered by Travel Insured. 1) Trip cancellation - If you are forced to cancel your Sunrise Tour for medical reasons (for you or an immediate family member), travel protection ensures a complete refund of monies paid (except for the premium paid for the plan). 2) Trip interruption – Unfortunately, there are circumstances that can prevent passengers from fully participating in a tour and may require an early departure or extended stay. For example, if a passenger suffers an injury which requires immediate care and prevents the traveler from continuing the tour, insurance will cover the cost of the extended stay, the cost of transportation home and the value of the missed tour (please see Travel Insured Group Deluxe plan information for details). If you do not purchase travel protection, you will personally incur these costs. From experience, we can tell you that this can be very expensive. To purchase travel protection, simply indicate that you would like to participate in the Group Deluxe travel plan on your booking form and we will add the premium due to your invoice. Payment for travel protection can be made any time until or along with final payment by check or credit card. PICK-UP POINTS: For each departure, we determine the pick-up points (listed on the booking form) to be used based on the departure route and

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the number of requests for each point. If less than 4 travelers request a point, we will not utilize that point and you must choose an alternate location to join the departure. All pick-up points allow parking for your vehicle. Sunrise Tour pick-up point partners offer the use of parking spaces by Sunrise Tours travelers as a courtesy. Neither Sunrise Tours nor parking lot owners assume responsibility for incidents occurring to parked cars. You will be notified of the timing and location of pick-up points for your vacation 2-3 weeks before departure. If you would like to spend a pre-night before departure, we can provide a hotel room at some of our pick-up points at a reduced rate. If the routing allows, we may pick up along the way in outlying areas. IDENTIFICATION UPDATED - PLEASE REVIEW: A passport is required on any tour that leaves the United States, including Canada. Effective October 1, 2021, a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license (DL) or identification card (ID) will be required to board domestic flights or enter military bases or secure federal facilities unless you have a valid US passport. SINGLES REQUESTING ROOMMATES: If you would like to go on tour with us, but do not have a roommate for a specific trip, let us know and we will match you with someone else (same sex of course). Just let us know at least 60 days before departure and we will room you with another traveler at the double rate. If there is no roommate available on the tour you request, you will still only have to pay the price of a double. If you decline the roommate assigned, you will be responsible for the single supplement. Of course, if you prefer to travel individually, you can still sign up for the single fare. This offer is not valid on cruises, and some select tours. METHODS OF PAYMENT: For deposits we accept checks or cash. For final payment we accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, check or cash. SEATING ON THE MOTORCOACH: Seating is assigned and will be rotated on a daily basis. Special seating requests are honored on the basis of availability. Paying the single fare does NOT ensure you will have a seat to yourself on the coach, it only ensures you a room by yourself. RESPONSIBILITY: Sunrise Tours is not responsible for any injury, delay, loss or accident due to any act or negligence on the part of any person or company rendering services on any of our tours. We reserve the right to change any itinerary. After You Book A Tour... After you have booked a tour and we have received your deposit, the following is a schedule of correspondences: 1) confirmation of deposit received 2) your final payment is due 45 days before departure for an all-motorcoach tour or 60 days before departure for tours involving air or Amtrak trains (please note you will NOT receive an invoice when final payment is due) 3) you will receive a letter about 2-3 weeks prior to departure that will include your luggage tags and important details such as pick-up times and locations, hotel phone #’s, what to bring, and a detailed itinerary (subject to change). Please bring this with you on tour. PICTURES: By signing up for and participating in a tour, you are agreeing to have any pictures taken on tour published in Sunrise Tours printed or web material. If you do not wish to have your picture used in any form by Sunrise Tours, please notify us prior to traveling. MAPS: The maps provided in this brochure are general outlines and not meant to outline specific routes to be driven. We reserve the right to change routing on any tour. LAST MINUTE TRAVELERS: We love adding last minute travelers! We are always happy to add you to a tour that isn’t sold out, even up to a few days before departure. However, please be aware that additional charges may be necessary (particularly on fly tours) if you book after final payment date. We are happy to advise you of such charges before your book.


Booking Forms & Procedures How to Book a Tour:

1. When you decide on a tour, you are welcome to give us a call to reserve your space and then continue to complete the following steps, or you can simply move on to step #2, or book online at travelsunrise.com 2. Complete the booking form below. Please include any special requirements (diet, room, no steps etc.) 3. Determine what deposit is necessary for your tour according to the following: motorcoach or fly/coach tours 5 or more days long - $100 per person (unless otherwise noted) motorcoach or fly/coach tours less than 5 days - $50 per person cruises and overseas tours - please call (deposits vary) 4. Mail in the form along with the deposit to: (checks payable to) Sunrise Tours 343 S. Kirkwood Rd. Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 5. Read our policies and procedures and mark the box on the booking form.

Name (as it appears on valid ID) ________________________________________________________________________________ Name preferred on tour:_______________________________ Tour:__________________________________ Birthdate (required if traveling by air/train)_____________________ Tour departure date:_____________________ Address:__________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone:_______________ Cell:___________________Email address:_____________________________ Roommate(s)_________________________________________________ Required for international tours

Passport Number:________________________Exp. date:____________ Pickup point most convenient for you (actual pickup point may vary by demand): ❏ Holiday Inn Route 66 10709 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63127 ❏ Costco South County, 4200 Rusty Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128 Important: If <4 travelers request a pickup point, we will ❏ Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 not utilize that point and you ❏ St. Charles, MO area (TBD) must choose an alternate. ❏ WalMart 201 Highlands Blvd. Manchester, MO 63011 ❏ Drury Hotel Plaza Columbia East, 3100 Interstate 70 Dr. SE, Columbia, MO 65201 ❏ Drury Inn Cape Girardeau, 3303 Campster Dr., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Select occupancy: ❏ single ❏ triple

❏ double Room preference: ❏ 1 bed ❏ 2 beds Select one:

❏ Yes, please add Travel Protection to my invoice (payable up until final payment). ❏ No, I don't want Travel Protection. ❏ I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on previous page.

Name (as it appears on valid ID) ________________________________________________________________________________ Name preferred on tour:_______________________________ Tour:__________________________________ Birthdate (required if traveling by air/train)_____________________ Tour departure date:_____________________ Address:__________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone:_______________ Cell:___________________Email address:_____________________________ Roommate(s)_________________________________________________ Required for international tours

Passport Number:________________________Exp. date:____________ Pickup point most convenient for you (actual pickup point may vary by demand): ❏ Holiday Inn Route 66 10709 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63127 ❏ Costco South County, 4200 Rusty Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128 Important: If <4 travelers request a pickup point, we will ❏ Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 not utilize that point and you ❏ St. Charles, MO area (TBD) must choose an alternate. ❏ WalMart 201 Highlands Blvd. Manchester, MO 63011 ❏ Drury Hotel Plaza Columbia East, 3100 Interstate 70 Dr. SE, Columbia, MO 65201 ❏ Drury Inn Cape Girardeau, 3303 Campster Dr., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Select occupancy: ❏ single ❏ triple

❏ double Room preference: ❏ 1 bed ❏ 2 beds Select one:

❏ Yes, please add Travel Protection to my invoice (payable up until final payment). ❏ No, I don’t want Travel Protection. ❏ I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on previous page. 47


343 S. Kirkwood Rd. Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 (314) 916-6002 - St. Louis area (913) 374-6004 – Kansas City area travelsunrise.com

REAL ID NOTE Beginning October 1, 2021, residents of every U.S. state and territory will be required to present a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card, or another form of ID accepted by the Transportation Security Administration, to board federally regulated domestic flights. Also beginning October 1, 2021, individuals must present a REAL IDcompliant driver license or ID card, or another form of acceptable ID, to access federal facilities, including military bases and federal courthouses, and to enter nuclear power plants. REAL IDs are available at local DMV offices. You are not required and likely do not need to obtain a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card if: • You hold another form of identification that meets federal requirements, such as a valid U.S. passport or passport card. For more information on the REAL ID, visit the Department of Homeland Security website at dhs.gov/real-id-public-faqs

Best of Alaska By rail, sail and coach, experience bucket-list highlights and hidden gems of “the last Frontier”. July and August 2021 departures planned, please visit our website or call for details.

Sunrise Tours Mission Statement We create vacation experiences that exceed customer expectations every traveler, every time; so that they recommend Sunrise Tours to a friend.


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