Sunrise Tours Fall 2016 Tour Catalog

september 2016-september 2017 volume XLII

343 S. Kirkwood Rd. Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 (314) 394-3081 or (800) 881-8804 travelsunrise.com

Oregon Coast

Loyalty Program

Stretching 363 miles, the Oregon Coast is known for it natural, rugged and stunning beauty and is one of the reasons Oregon attracts almost 28 million visitors each year. See some of the dramatic scenery for yourself on the Wonders of Oregon on page 41 or the Northwest Coast on page 42.

We’re happy to continue offering the loyalty program again in 2016. So, on your 2nd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2016, subtract $50 off your tour price. On the 3rd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2016, subtract $100 and so on. The more you travel, the more you save! (Program is based on the calendar year, so all eligible tours depart within 2016.)

One Day Tours

ed tour of the renovated Central Riverfront and learn about the final phases of this historic transformation. L $108

Oktoberfest River Cruise

Sunday, October 16, 2016 Guten Tag! To celebrate Oktoberfest, known as the largest Volksfest (People’s Fair) in the world, board a Gateway Arch Riverboat and enjoy a festive 2-hour Cruise and delicious German Buffet. Dance to live German music and toast to good friends and fun times on the river.

We have reserved indoor main deck seating for your comfort while you dine on traditional German dishes (Guten Appetit!) and enjoy the Omm Pah Pah music while cruising along the mighty waters of the Mississippi River. Gehen wir! (Let’s go!) The CityArchRiver project is invigorating and expanding the St. Louis Arch grounds. One goal is to further embrace the Mississippi River. You will have a guid-

A Musical Journey filled with Soul Friday, November 11, 2016 Leonard Slatkin returns to St. Louis to conduct the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra with selections from Gershwin’s opera “Porgy and Bess”, Copland’s “Billy the Kid Suite” and more at this morning coffee series concert. After a soulful lunch at Sweetie Pie’s, we visit the recently opened National Blues Museum. Whether it’s jazz or folk, country or pop, rock or rap, the Blues has exerted a deep influence that resonates today. Explore and feel the “soul” of the Blues. L $125

TABLE OF CONTENTS One day tours

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OCTOBER 2016 Celebration Belle p. 4 West Virginia Rails & Riches p. 4 Fall in the Smokies p. 5 Ozark 4-Star Fall p. 5 Hilton Head & Amelia Island p. 6 NOVEMBER 2016 p. 7 French Lick Branson Holiday p. 7 DECEMBER 2016 Holiday Grandeur San Antonio Holiday Fireside Getaway Holidayville Coastal New Year’s Eve Colorado New Year’s Eve Rose Parade JANUARY 2017 Florida Stay N Play Florida Keys

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FEBRUARY 2017 Biloxi p. 16

MARCH 2017 W. Caribbean Cruise by Coach p. 16 Spring Training p. 17 New Orleans & Cajun Country p. 18 p. 18 Spring Mystery Tour New York Encore p. 19 APRIL 2017 Branson & Cherry Festival Spotlight Texas Georgia on my Mind National Parks of the SW

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MAY 2017 Embassies of DC Canyonlands Creme de la Creme Niagara Falls Spring in the Southwest

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JUNE 2017 5 Boroughs of NYC Made in the USA Grandparent Kansas City “Grand” Michigan Castles of Ireland Let Freedom Ring

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JULY 2017 Shores of Lake Ontario Yellowstone Canadian Whale Route Resorts of Lake Michigan Pacific Northwest Bar Harbor & Canada Fly Mystery Tour

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AUGUST 2017 Washington Waterways Cape Cod Wonders of Oregon Northwest Coast Alaska Cruisetour Mid-California

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SEPTEMBER 2017 Great American Music California National Parks Yellowstone Blue Danube River Cruise Canyonlands Colorado Trains Route 66 Buffalo Round-up Upper Peninsula/Grand

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“All inclusive” Remember, a Sunrise Tour is an inclusive product. All activities, tickets, taxes and typically two meals per day (included meals are indicated in the daily itinerary; b=breakfast, l=lunch, d=dinner, hot apps= extensive appetizers that could replace a dinner) are included so that your only expenses on the road will be meals that are not included, souvenirs and a gratuity for your tour manager, driver and step-on guides if you so desire. On a few tours, 2 meals a day may not be included, and will be indicated as such.

A Holiday “Sensation”

Saturday, December 3, 2016 The sight of The Jewel Box, a beautifully restored art deco display greenhouse in Forest Park, filled with poinsettias, the sounds of “Winter Wonderland” in The Sheldon Concert Hall, the aromas and tastes of a delicious lunch and the good feelings of seeing The Campbell House and Old Cathedral dressed for Christmas are sure to lift your spirits. L $104

Holiday Brass Concert Monday, December 5, 2016

SOLD OUT - TAKING WAITLIST

Christmas Country Church Tour Thursday, December 15, 2016 SOLD OUT - TAKING WAITLIST

Made in St. Louis

The Old Cathedral Thursday, March 23, 2017 Is there a difference between German and Polish Sausage? We will find out when we visit Piekutowkski European Sausage Co. where four generations of the Piekutowski family have used traditional methods to make the best Polish sausage in St. Louis for 75 years, and at G & W Bavarian Style Sausage Company, where German Sausage is made using recipes and processes passed from father to son for three generations!

Also visit St. Louis Closet Co., a thriving local business begun by a young woman in 1991, where they design, manufacture and install custom closets and organizational systems. Visit Bissinger’s Chocolate Factory, satisfying St. Louis’ sweet cravings since 1927! Enjoy lunch at The Fountain on Locust where Stutz autos once were made. L $89

Famous Firsts in St. Louis – “Saints & Sinners”

The Fountain on Locust

Thursday, April 6, 2017 A sequel journey to explore famous firsts of St. Louis that have made a difference in lives here and far away. Author Diane Radenmacher will again join us to share background information as we drive by several “firsts” as well as visit Wings of Hope, the largest and oldest

aviation-based humanitarian charity in the world; Central Institute for the Deaf, whose firsts have helped children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen and talk; lunch and more delightful stories of “firsts” at Lemp Mansion; and Anhueser-Busch brewery, a company of many firsts, for a tasting and a visit with the Clydesdales.

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Get Your Kicks on Route 66 The Main Street of America

Tuesday, May 2, 2017 We kick off our day’s journey with a visit at the Missouri History Museum to see its exhibit “Route 66: Main Street through St. Louis”. Then we’re on our way out of St. Louis following Route 66 (and I-44 to the Rte 66 corridor) through Historic Uptown Cuba, MO where we will stop to see the 12 Outdoor Murals that tell the history of Cuba, the Guinness World Record largest rocking chair at Fanning Outpost General Store, the oldest motel along Route 66 and to have lunch at a local favorite restaurant. On our return to St. Louis, we will visit Missouri Route 66 State Park’s visitor center. Once a roadhouse on “The Mother Road”, the visitor center houses interesting displays and memorabilia showcasing Route 66 across Missouri as well as articles about the former town of Times Beach.

Once back in St. Louis, we will cap our exploration of Route 66 with an ice cream treat at Ted Drewes, always a favorite stop on Route 66! L $89

Small Town USA - Kirkwood

Wednesday, June 14, 2017 We will be offering a series of day trips to local small towns, and since Sunrise Tours moved their office from Benton Park in St. Louis to Kirkwood last year, we thought Kirkwood would be a good way to begin this series. Kirkwood was founded in 1853 and named after the civil engineer James P. Kirkwood, who was in charge of locating, surveying and building the Pacific Railroad. He determined Kirkwood to be a good location for this first railroad stop west of the Mississippi. It was the first planned suburb of St. Louis and its downtown and train station are on the National Register of Historic Places.

You will have time to explore and spend your provided “Kirkwood money” at the Kirkwood Farmer’s Market and the little shops and restaurants in this historic area followed by a guided tour of Mudd’s Grove, an antebellum red brick home and site of Kirkwood Historical Society and the Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. L $89

Happenings at Sunrise Tours...

Mailing a new catalog is very exciting time for us at Sunrise Tours.

Designing and planning a tour is a creative process, and while we are very confident in our product, we never know how you, our valued tour guests, will respond until you get that catalog in your hands!

Will St. Louis Symphony fans be jamming our phone lines to join us in New York City to watch the Symphony perform in Carnegie Hall? (page 19) Will there be lots of excitement about the brand new (opening April, 2017) Museum of the American Revolution, which you can visit with us on our Let Freedom Ring tour? (page. 32) Will

a sellout cruise offering to Hawaii in 2016 be followed up with big demand for an Alaska Cruise Tour in 2017? (page 43) Will travelers who don’t like to fly jump at the chance to visit Yellowstone National Park on our “all-coach” journey? (page 47) Whatever you choose, we are thrilled that you trust Sunrise Tours to help create your vacation memories and we promise to continue to work hard to exceed your expectations.

Hope to see you on the road soon, Brent Dalrymple

Celebration Belle’s Fall Fantasy

Day 1: Hawkeye State Relax and watch the vivid fall leaves dance outside your coach window as we travel to Dubuque, IA; the single city located at the junction of three states; Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin! Tour the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate, featuring a recent $40 million expansion and dynamic exhibits. Unpack for 2-nights in Dubuque, IA. D Day 2: Galena In 2015, Galena, IL was honored to receive the “Top 50 Small Towns In America” award for its charm and quaint downtown. Learn its historical intricacies aboard an authentic 1940’s style trolley on wheels while touring Galena’s most prominent areas. Take time to explore the Ulysses S. Grant Home and shop lively Main Street area before returning to Dubuque.

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Day 1: Charleston, WV Our scenic trip through West Virginia begins with an overnight stay in the capital city, Charleston. D

day leisurely cruise aboard the Celebration Belle.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the panorama of fall foliage, narration by the Captain and live entertainment.

Catch a glimpse of high bluffs, picturesque 19th century towns and a unique experience of traveling through lock and dams! Savor 3 meals concluding with the famous “Prime Rib dinner buffet”. Overnight in Moline, IL. B, L, D

Day 4: Green Machine Go behind the scenes for a factory tour at John Deere Harvester Works where combines and headers are manufactured as part of the massive green machine (pending production). Visit the John Deere Pavilion featuring vintage tractors and giant, modern-day farm equipment on display. Enjoy the vibrant red and orange foliage displays as we travel home. B

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Day 4: New River Gorge and Hawks Ashland IN St. Louis 2 VA Nest State Park 1 Charleston 2 The Visit the Canyon Rim Train ride Homestead Huntington to Hinton MO Visitor Center for a KY Day 2: Homestead spectacular view of the Resort country’s second highLearn about the history of coal mining at the Exhibi- est bridge, the New River Gorge Bridge, spanning the tion Coal Mine in Beckley, WV. Ride through the dark craggy 1,000-foot deep New River Gorge. Venture to passages of a vintage coal mine aboard a comfortable Hawks Nest State Park overlooking the New River, the “man trip” driven by veteran miners sharing first- second oldest river in the world. Take an exhilarating hand accounts of the daily responsibilities and trials tram ride to the bottom of the gorge to enjoy the colof past and present-day miners. Travel through the Al- orful fall foliage from the boardwalk along the river. legheny Mountains for a gourmet, farm-to-table lunch Continue to Ashland, KY for our two night stay. B, D at The Greenbrier, a National Historic Landmark and world-class resort that has been welcoming guests Day 5: New River Train Excursion from around the world since 1778. Experience South- Since 1968, the world-renowned New River Train has ern hospitality and elegant charm at its finest during taken travelers on a journey through the “Grand Cana two-night stay at The Omni Homestead Resort, a yon of the East”, the New River Gorge. Much of this premier Hot Springs resort. B, L stretch is inaccessible by car, making the trip a unique opportunity to see ghost towns, old coal mining sites Day 3: Cass Scenic Railroad and numerous scenic spots tucked deep in the Gorge – Visit the National Radio Astronomy Observatory to all from our premium dome-seating with unobstructlearn about the fascinating world of radio astronomy ed views to the most spectacular scenery in the counand an up-close tour of their massive telescopes with try. Travel the former Chesapeake & Ohio mainline our local guide. Relive an era when steam-driven loco- along the banks of the New River and disembark in motives were an essential part of everyday life when Hinton, WV to enjoy the Railroad Days street fair with we board the Cass Scenic Railroad. Travel the same local food stands, arts and crafts, and entertainment line built in 1901 to haul lumber to the mill in Cass, en- before the return ride and dinner on the train. B, D joy breathtaking views, and tour an authentic logging camp during a stop at Whittaker Station. Return to Day 6: Return home B

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October 19-24, 2016* Per person rates double $1599 triple/quad $1457 single $2024 * Please note date change from previous brochure.

Featuring a two-night stay at the incomparable Omni Homestead Resort and premium dome-seating on the breathtaking New River Train Excursion

Did you know?

Only 4 New River Train Excursions are offered each year! Join Sunrise Tours for luxurious second-floor glass dome-top seats with breathtaking views and first-class service.

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Fall in the Smokies

Day 1: Nashville, TN Enjoy home-style cooking for lunch at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement Restaurant of Kentucky Lake. Voted #1 restaurant by Southern Living Magazine for its food and tourism, take time to enjoy a leisurely meal and shopping. Then it’s off to Nashville, TN our home for the night, to enjoy a performance at the world famous Grand Ole Opry! Tip your hats and stomp your boots along with the longest continually running radio broadcast show in history. L

Day 3: Biltmore Estate See America’s largest majestic home, the picturesque Biltmore Estate, one of the most prominent remaining examples of the Gilded Age. Enjoy plenty of time to explore the home’s 250 rooms including 33 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms and 3 kitchens. Eat lunch at DeerPark Pavilion before time to visit the gardens designed by America’s foremost landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. B, L

October 18-22, 2016 Per person rates double $1024 triple/quad $920 single $1333

Day 4: Smoky Mountain National Park and Pigeon Forge This morning stop at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian and experience the vivid 11,000-year-old Cherokee story. Visit the Onocaluftee Visitor Center, the gateway to the Smoky Mountains, before a local guide leads us through Great Smoky Mountain National Park the mountains. Absorb the gorgeous fall foliage as we pass through the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Arrive in Pigeon Forge, TN and Highlight WV check into the SpringHill Suites by Marriott. A dinTour route ner and a show at the acclaimed “Country Tonite” in Pigeon Forge will cap off a beautiful day. B, D VA

Day 2: Hermitage and Asheville, NC Visit a National Historic Landmark, The Hermitage, a plantation that was owned by President Andrew Jackson. Explore the beloved home of Jackson, restored with hundreds of his original belongings, as costumed guides usher you through the mansion. One of our most scenic drives awaits us as we make the trip east to Asheville, North Carolina for dinner at the charming Red Rocker Inn, before checking into the Holiday Inn Biltmore East for a two-night stay. B, D St. Louis

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Ozark “Four-Star” Fall

Day 1: Mount Magazine Travel to Arkansas’ highest peak and check into the Lodge at Mount Magazine where each room features views of Petit Jean River Valley and Blue Mountain Lake showcasing autumns finest. Enjoy dinner followed by relaxation in the hearth room highlighted with a two-story fireplace. D

Day 2: A&M Railroad Relax this morning at the hotel and explore Mount Magazine with an expert Ranger guide. This afternoon, board the A&M railroad and ride in style in their meticulously restored antique passenger rail cars from Van Buren to Winslow complete with commentary from the conductor. Relax as the train winds through the river valleys and high trestles showcasing a cornucopia of fall colors. This evening unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the AAA 4-diamond Chateau on the Lake! Situated on the lakefront, each room offers pristine views of Table Rock Lake. B, D Day 3: Dogwood Canyon Head to Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 10,000-acres of pristine Ozark Mountain landscape in Lampe, Mis-

souri, for a guided open-air wildlife tram ride. Wind October 25-28, 2016 through the canyon floor past towering bluffs and Per person rates waterfalls before crossing the Arkansas border to asdouble $799 cend 300 feet to the American bison, elk and longhorn triple/quad $727 pastures. Tour the newly renovated Dogwood Canyon Visitor Center and the brand new treehouse built by single $1014 Pete Nelson and the crew of Animal St. Louis Planet’s “Treehouse Masters.” Return First night to Branson and board the Showboat Last 2 nights Branson Belle, America’s Most EnterHighlight taining Dinner Cruise. Cruise along TaTour route ble Rock Lake while enjoying stunning lake views, a delicious three-course dinner and an exciting variety show. B, Dogwood Chateau on L, D Canyon 2 the Lake

Day 4: Chateau on the Lake Enjoy Ozark fall views during breakfast and time to relax at the resort before A&M Railroad traveling to a Sunrise Tour’s favorite 1 Lodge at Pie Shop, Rolla’s “A Slice of Pie” for Mount Magazine an afternoon treat. Did you know? The owners are former school teachers turned pie experts, creating all handmade pies! B

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Hilton Head and Amelia Island Day 1: Clarksville, TN Depart mid-day for the bustling city of Clarksville, TN for an overnight stay. D

dine at one of the local favorites. B, D

Per person rates Day 5: Hilton Head, SC Drive north along the coast to the colorful town of double $1798 Beaufort, SC known as “American’s happiest seaside triple/quad $1574 town”. Your local guide will bring alive the beautiful single $2472 pre-revolutionary homes on narrow streets shaded by Lower price than 2015! live oaks trailing with Spanish moss. B, D

Day 2: Atlanta, GA Continue to Atlanta, GA, known for its Southern hospitality and diverse musical heritage. Experience southern cooking at its best at the famous Mary Mac’s Tea Room, an Atlanta tradition for over 70 years. B, D

Day 6: Savannah, SC/Amelia Island, FL Travel to the gracious coastal town of Savannah for an informative Trolley Tour. See lovely garden squares and unique architecture for which the city is famous.

Lunch today is on River Street followed by free time to explore. Continue to Amelia Island, FL to unpack for two nights at the charming Hampton Inn and Suites Harbor Front located in Oak trees often seen in Savannah and Beaufort. the heart of historic downtown Fernandina Beach, overlooking the Fernandina Beach Marina. B, L

Day 3: Hilton Head, SC An afternoon arrival at Hilton Head Island, your home for the next 3 nights at the luxurious Omni Oceanfront Resort where all rooms are ocean view! Unpack and relax. The hotel grounds are tropically landscaped and there are 12 miles of white sandy beaches just steps away. The Omni underwent a $17 million renovation recently and boasts some of the largest rooms on the island – elegant décor, mini kitchens with microwaves, mini refrigerators, and separate dining areas as well as private balconies with beautiful ocean views. B Day 4: Hilton Head, SC A full day free to explore Hilton Head as you want.

There are many options available: Walk along Omni’s private white-sand beach, there is an 11-mile lagoon for canoeing and kayaking, tennis or golf. Take a dip in one of their pools or reward yourself with a spa treatment. There is great shopping nearby at Shelter Cove Harbor. With an average high temperature of almost 70 degrees in November, you can’t go wrong! Tonight

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Day 7: Amelia Island, FL Enjoy a free day on Amelia Island. See historic buildings dating back to the late 19th century, drop by Florida’s oldest saloon or take a carriage ride or trolley tour (optional activities additional expense). You can stroll down the Centre Street for great shopping….all this and more is within walking distance of your hotel. We will reconvene late this afternoon to relax on a Sunset Cruise and watch the sun catch the waves on fire in colors of red and gold! End the day with a fabulous meal in this historic city! B, D

Most Memorable sunrise: Hilton Head Island, Charlene

Day 8: Atlanta, GA Say farewell to this sunny island and head north for our overnight stay in Atlanta. B, D Day 9: Return Home Return home. B

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French Lick Holiday & Christkindlmrkt antiques. Explore Day 1: French Lick, with a personal Indiana Overnight guide, the Castle on Arrive southern Indithe Hill – The Monana and experience Highlight astery of Immacuthe historical ambiTour route late Conception, ance of French Lick one of the nation’s Resort and West French largest communiBaden Springs NaLick St. Louis ties of Benedictional Landmark, 2 tine women. Savor formally dubbed an early dinner at the “Eighth Wonder Dr. Ted’s Christkindlmarkt Schnitzelbank for of the World” on a Musical Marvels a bit of Olde World guided tour. Check Germany cuisine into French Lick before returning to Springs Hotel for a 2-night stay and don your Christmas gear for a magical the hotel for the evening. Visit the casino modeled evening that commences a 50 Days of Lights celebra- after Las Vegas casinos or board the newly restored tion with tree lighting, sweet treats, musical enter- treasure from 1903, the complimentary French Lick tainment, a visit from Santa and fireworks. It’s a real Resort Trolley, and explore both properties at leisure!

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Nov. 18-20, 2016 Per person rates double $589 triple/quad $539 single $779 French Lick Resort opened in 1895 and ran continuously until 2005.

After a multimillion dollar renovation French Lick and West Baden Springs Hotels reopened in 2007 in grand regalia that glistens with millions of sparkling lights and a 7-foot tall gingerbread house at Christmas time!

Day 3: Fa La La La La After a relaxing morning, visit Dr. Ted Musical Marvel’s collection of amazing musical instruments from the 1800’s to mid-1900s. Feel free to tap your toe and sing along! Arrive home early this evening. B

Branson Holiday

Join us for a holiday tour to Branson that includes accommodations at the Savannah House, featuring breakfast each morning and a warm treat each evening. Breakfast and dinner daily.

November 11-13, 2016 Pierce Arrow will wow audiences with their fantastic Quartet and the newest and funniest comedian in Branson. You want big show, great music and big laughs, you want Pierce Arrow!

Moses at Sight and Sound Theatre features the greatest biblical epic of the Old Testament as it comes to life on the Sight and Sound stage!

The Duttons, NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” finalists, provide a family entertainment experience of a lifetime!

Red, Hot and Blue, awarded Longest Running and Most Popular morning Show, features an incredibly talented cast who sing and dance their hearts out in this high energy, beautifully costumed production show, featuring the timeless melodies you will love reminiscing to!

November 17-20, 2016* 70’s Music Celebration! Starring Barry Williams, created and produced by Barry Williams, known best for his role as Greg in The Brady Bunch.

Hughes Brothers Christmas Show, a family show that will transport you to a Christmas wonderland filled with the season’s best vocal harmonies and exciting dances.

Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies take you on a breathtaking musical journey covering Irish classics, opera, pop and jazz.

Moses at Sight and Sound Theatre featuring the greatest biblical epic of the Old Testament as it comes to life!

Andy Williams Christmas Spectacular starring the Osmond Brother and The Lennon Sisters. The spectacular show also includes the Lennon granddaughters, Andy Williams Ballroom Champions, Moon River Orchestra and much more!

November 30-December 2, 2016 Six is performed by six brothers.

Don’t miss out on the chance to experience an a capella performance at its finest as they perform classic songs from all genres.

Showboat Branson Bell features a three course meal, variety show, and opportunity to sightsee along Table Rock Lake.

Andy Williams Christmas Spectacular starring the Osmond Brother and The Lennon Sisters. The spectacular show also includes the Lennon granddaughters, Andy Williams Ballroom Champions, Moon River Orchestra and much more!

Maxine’s Christmas Carol see the “Queen of Crabbiness”, Maxine, star in a live-action musical version of A Christmas Carol. She will have plenty to say about the most wonderful time of the year!

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Holiday Grandeur

Day 1: Lexington, KY Begin our holiday journey as we travel to Lexington, KY for an overnight stay. D

Day 2: Greenbrier Resort Travel to the award-winning Greenbrier Resort for an overnight stay. Home to distinguished guests since 1776, this hotel is located in White Sulphur Springs, WV in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains. You may choose to tour The Bunker (additional cost), a former U.S. Government relocation hideaway facility from the Cold War era. A three-course dinner will be served in the main dining room with sparkling chandeliers and stately columns. After dinner continue to soak up the charm of the Greenbrier with an evening at leisure or a swim in the pool. B, D Day 3: Greenbrier Resort Awake to The Greenbrier and its incredible winter wonderland décor throughout the resort. After breakfast in the main dining room, shop in the dozens of boutiques, and/or enjoy an optional activity (at an additional cost) such as a carriage or sleigh ride, a one-of-a-kind spa service or try your luck in the casino. This afternoon, a colonial Christmas awaits us as we journey to Williamsburg, VA and check into the centrally located Woodlands Hotel & Suites for the next 2 nights. B, D Day 4: Williamsburg, VA Since the first organized Christmas celebration drew visitors to Colonial Williamsburg in 1936, nothing can match the excitement and grandeur of a Christmas season in Williamsburg. Spend the day at Colonial Williamsburg, all dressed up for the holidays, and explore hundreds of recreated and restored buildings, sites and exhibits including the Governor’s Palace. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the historic Shield’s Tavern where servers still wear period dress as they did in the 1800’s history comes alive right before your eyes! B, L

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Day 5: The Homestead Travel to one of the world’s finest resorts, the opulent National Historic Landmark Homestead Resort, for an overnight stay. Thousands of sparkling lights, miles of garland, warm crackling fireplaces, endless Poinsettias, and an outdoor wonderland will engender holiday spirit! Since 1766 the Resort has offered an incomparable retreat to its visitors; Princes and Presidents, including Thomas Jefferson, have soaked in its mineral springs.

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San Antonio Holiday Day 1: Oklahoma Travel to Muskogee, OK for dinner and a festive drive through the town’s Garden of Lights annual display with a local enthusiast sharing historical stories.

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apps Day 4: San Antonio Acquaint yourself with the River Walk aboard our private award-winning Boat Tour cruising the San Antonio River.

For over 300 years, The Alamo shrine is a site full of rich history and heritage to inspire all as revealed when we explore the historic site where the fateful 13-day battle took place in 1836. Visit the 750-foot tall Tower of the Americas which provides a panaromic eagle eye view of San Antonio and includes a thrilling 4D theater ride; “Skies over Texas”! B, D

Dec. 8-14, 2016 Per person rates double $1359 triple/quad $1206 single $1819 Same price as 2014!

Featuring a 3-night stay in a hotel on the San Antonio Riverwalk, where singing riverboats glide along the river surrounded by twinkling lights.

Tour route Day 3: Gruene, TX 3 San Antonio Visit the grounds of the Old Blanco County Courthouse where the annual Christmas Market is open for shoppers of all ages looking for a Day 5: San Antonio unique gift! Travel to the well preserved hill country Our local expert boards the coach for a city tour with town of Gruene, TX to visit the oldest dance hall in stops at The Mission San Jose and the San Fernando Texas and enjoy lunch at the local Gristmill Restaurant. Cathedral. Savor a wonderful lunch at the renowned Check into San Antonio’s Drury Plaza Hotel, located Guenther House, located in the 1860 home of the Piodirectly on the famed River Walk and our home for the neer Flour Mills’ founding family, and a huge hit with next three nights! Formerly the Alamo Bank, the prop- past tour goers. The afternoon and evening are free to erty was renovated to maintain its historical character stroll the River Walk, relax by the pool or do a bit of last with 50-ft ceilings and travertine flooring! B, L, hot minute Christmas shopping in La Villita Historic Arts Village. B, L, hot apps Day 6: Victorian Christmas Travel to Tyler, TX and take a nostalgic trip back to Christmases of long ago with a tour of the 157 year old Goodman-LeGrand home, all decked in fine Victorian splendor representative of its era. Savor cookies, wassail and experience the joy of a holiday ride in a vintage horse-drawn carriage! Overnight in northeast Texas. B, D Day 7: Return home Travel home reflecting on a collection of sweet memories and a festive spirit to carry on through the holidays! B San Antonio Riverwalk

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A Fireside Christmas Getaway

Day 1: Janesville, WI Begin the holidays with Sunrise Tours as we travel north to “Wisconsin’s Park Place,” Janesville, for our two-night stay. Visit one of the Midwest’s most popular professional theaters, Fireside Theater, known for their intimate theater-in-the-round performances featuring talent straight from Broadway and national tours! Delight in this evening’s dinner and live performance of A Fireside Christmas, with songs, stories and dances designed to capture the very heart and essence of the holiday season. D Day 2: Santas, Wine Tasting and Christmas Remembered Experience some of the world’s most unique collections, including the World’s Largest Carousel, when we visit the House on the Rock, built in 1945 atop the chimney of Deer Shelter Rock. Stroll through the House transformed with the splendor of the holiday season including more than 6,000 collectible Santas of all sizes and types. Sample local wines in a tasting room converted from a 1950s wheat warehouse during our stop at the historically quaint Northleaf Winery

before we visit Wisconsin’s newest live entertainment dinner theater, Rosewood. Enjoy a farm-to-table holiday dinner from Rosewood’s award-winning chefs followed by Christmas Remembered, a cabaret-style show featuring a delightful mix of songs, hymns and carols that will having you singing along to some of your favorite holiday classics. B, D Day 3: Return home Explore Janesville’s rich architectural history with our local guide during our tour of the town’s historic districts and homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit one of southern Wisconsin’s finest indoor greenhouses, K & W Greenery, known for their impressive displays of over 2,500 poinsettias in a variety of colors and sizes. Enjoy a guided tour of the poinsettia growing facility, learn how fantasy-painted poinsettias are created, and participate in a hands-on demo of planting winter bulbs before we head home anticipating the joyful season ahead. B

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Day 1: Opryland Hotel Our Holidayville adventure begins in Nashville at the iconic Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Every Christmas, Opryland creates a glittering holiday extravaganza sparkling with millions of twinkling lights, nine acres of indoor gardens decorated with holiday ornaments, and stunning Christmas trees you have to see to believe!

Experience the magic of Opryland’s ICE! exhibit featuring more than two million pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures and a live carving zone. Delight in the Holiday Christmas dinner show before our overnight stay in this luxurious resort. D Day 2: Biltmore Estate Travel to America’s Largest Home, the Biltmore Estate, first introduced by George Vanderbilt to his family and friends on Christmas Eve 1895 with a largerthan-life Yuletide celebration and continued to this day with 1,000+ poinsettias, miles of garlands and lights, dozens of elaborate hand-decorated Christmas trees, and holiday music filling the halls. Enjoy a two-night stay at the AAA 4-diamond Inn on Biltmore with unlimited access to tour the historic Mansion and Gardens, Winery, and shops at Antler Hill. Experience an old-fashioned Victorian Christmas on the Candlelight Christmas tour of the 250-room French Renaissance chalet, lit with the warm glow of 500 luminaries, hundreds of candles, crackling fires, and vintage Victorian ornaments. B, D Day 3: Holiday Spirit Visit the National Gingerbread House Competition at the historic Grove Park Inn and return to Biltmore Es-

tate for a delicious lunch and private, heated Holly Jolly Christmas trolley to tour historic Asheville with our local guide while singing our favorite holiday songs.

Feel like a kid again when we drive through Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland and experience the world’s largest drive-through, fully synchronized, LED Christmas light and music show. B, L

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Day 4: Sevierville, TN Travel to Sevierville, TN, located deep in the valley of a c t i o n - p a c ke d St. Louis Pigeon Forge, IN First night Highlight and home to the Last night Tour route KY award-winning Overnight IL Smoky MounVA tain Winterfest MO Smoky Mountain celebration. EnWinterfest Pigeon joy time on your 1 Forge 1 Inn on own to visit the 2 Biltmore Estate Nashville city’s hundreds of shops before the multi-million dollar Christmas production, Christmas at the Smoky Mountain Opry, featuring flying sugar plum fairies, soaring angels, dancing elves, enchanted reindeer, Jolly ol’ Saint Nick, and the area’s largest living nativity!

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Day 5: Celebrate Your Way 1 Happy New Year! Embrace 2017 with a relaxing day to do GA Myrtle as you choose Beach 3 while enjoying the hotel’s sandy beach front location and mild climate. Perhaps you will want to take a dip in one of the 4 outdoor heatDay 2: Charlotte, NC ed pools or walk the beach or simply unwind in your Cross the border into The Old North State where Krispy suite and watch football? After dinner, get comfortKreme was started and Blackbeard fought his last bat- able in your reserved seats at the The Carolina Opry tle in 1718! Arrive in Charlotte and enjoy a choice of Christmas Special, designated top attraction in Myrtle one of 2 activities: tour the famed NASCAR Hall of Beach by CNBC. B, D Fame Museum for high-speed fun with interactive displays and relevant exhibits OR retrace the dynamic Day 6: Chattanooga journey from a dairy farm to global evangelism at the Travel west through central Georgia to Chattanooga, Billy Graham Library with a tour of his original home TN home of the Moon Pie since 1917. While humming and impressive library. Overnight at the Drury Inn and Glenn Miller’s tune, check into the Chattanooga Choo Suites in Charlotte, NC. B, hot apps Choo hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. B, D

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Relax and ring in the New Year with sandy beaches and an exclusive New Year’s Eve Party that includes live entertainment.

Day 7: Return Home Enroute, enjoy lunch at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement restaurant known for homey delicious foods and savory homemade pies! Travel home with a fresh outlook on the New Year with fond memories, new friends and stories to share! B, L

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Colorado New Year’s Eve

Day 1: Kansas City Enjoy a delicious home-style lunch in a settler’s log cabin home at The Settlers Inn. Learn about the history of the greeting card empire started in 1920 from a shoebox full of postcards; Hallmark Cards. Visit one of Kansas City’s favorite holiday destinations, Union Station, decorated for the season with lights and the city’s largest Christmas tree before overnighting in Topeka. L

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Day 3: Amtrak to Glenwood Springs CO All aboard the California Zephyr for an adventure from Denver to Glenwood Springs – one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes. Pass through snow-covered mountain peaks, crystal-coated pines, glistening streams, quaint mountain villages and awe-inspiring tunnels. Your grand finale to this ride is the spectacular Glenwood Canyon with walls that climb as high as 1,300 feet!

Board the Iron Mountain Aerial Tram where you’ll experience the magnificent Rocky Mountain scenery as you skim over the tops of the trees, up to the summit of Iron Mountain. Enjoy panoramic eagle eye views of the striking mountains and a cozy dinner at the top.

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Day 2: Aurora CO Continue west and enjoy lunch at a Sunrise Tour’s favorite, Gella’s Diner in Hays, KS, a frontier town that was once home to Calamity Jane and “Buffalo Bill” Cody. Arrive in Colorado for our overnight stay in the capital city, Denver. B, L

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Glenwood Springs or take a dip in our hotel’s Hot Springs Pool which boasts water around 100 degrees filled with rich natural minerals that sooth and restore a body. Experience the serenity of the mountains on a horse drawn sleigh ride through the canopy of snowy pine trees in Redstone, CO, a unique village originally developed as a turn-of-the-century “Camelot” and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

After a delicious New Year’s Eve dinner at the Historic Hotel Colorado, ring in the New Year at the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue with comedic skit, songs, dance, laughter and a champagne toast! B, D Day 5: AAA Five-Diamond “The Broadmoor Resort” Happy New Year! Trek to Colorado Springs and unpack your bags for an overnight stay at the AAA Five-Diamond Broadmoor Resort. Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, this distinguished Colorado mountain retreat upholds a legacy of elegance and impeccable service. Built in 1918, the resort features many grand touches that still exist: beams painted with motifs from classical mythology, a marble staircase, ornate chandeliers, and ceiling frescoes by European artists. Dine in the original Tavern Room that has been serving its exquisite cuisine since 1938. B, D Day 6: Garden of the Gods, Hays, KS Join a local guide for a tour of one of the most photographed natural wonders in the United States, Garden of the Gods. With its spectacular red rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies, the park is truly awe-inspiring. Travel to mid-Kansas for an overnight stay.

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The 128th Rose Parade and more!

Stop and smell the roses at the 128th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California! Always a favor- Dec. 29- Jan. 3, 2017 ite with Sunrise Tours travelers, this wonderful New Year’s trip packed with lots of activity Per person rates* including a behind the scenes visit to Warner Brothers Studio!

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Day 2: Get to know LA! Spend the day sightseeing The City of Angels with a local expert. See The Hollywood Bowl, Mann’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive and so much more! B, D Day 3: Behind the Parade Scenes Go behind the scenes to see how the Rose Bowl floral floats are actually constructed and decorated. The volunteers are thrilled to let you discover the final stages of float decorating before their debut in the parade! Enjoy lunch on your own before a guided tour of the legendary entertainment mecca, Warner Brothers Studio Tour! You’ll get closer than ever before to iconic backlots and soundstages of today’s hottest TV shows and movies. Welcome the New Year on St. Louis

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Day 4: Reagan Library Take a scenic drive along the coast and over mountains to Simi Valley for a visit to the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum. The exhibits are designed to honor his accomplishments and patriotic spirit. Tour the museum, view a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office, the office in which President Reagan never took off his suit jacket, and walk onboard the actual Air Force One aircraft, tail number 27000, which flew 7 US presidents. Travel up 1,134 feet to the Griffith Observatory on the slope of Mount Hollywood; the site offers spectacular views of LA and the Hollywood Sign.

Grab a telescope and see why Mr. Griffith said, “If all mankind could look through that telescope, it would change the world!” This evening, tour the mystery and history of the Queen Mary before dinner onboard the boat. B, D Day 5: Tournament of Roses Parade Enjoy a great view of the Tournament of Roses Parade from your reserved seating - you can’t help but get caught up in the excitement of the crowd as the striking floats and wellrehearsed marching bands pass by! Chat about the parade over lunch then kick off the New Year with free time to relax or explore LA at your leisure. B, L Day 6: Return flight home B

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Florida Stay ‘N Play

Take a mid-winter break to enjoy warm, sunny days on the white sand beaches of St. Pete Beach, a barrier island community on the Gulf coast of Florida. We will travel by motorcoach (fly option available) spending one night en route to St. Pete Beach, 19 nights at the gulf front Sirata Beach Resort and one night in Georgia on our return to St. Louis.

Your 19 night stay on St. Pete Beach can be as busy or leisurely as you wish. Besides walking the beautiful beach, relaxing in a hammock, and lounging poolside or on the beach with a good book, you can always hop on the local trolley and explore nearby gulf communities. Sunrise will also offer the following excursions during your stay. These excursions are optional, therefore any admission fees are not included in your tour price.

1. Cross the Skyway Bridge and travel to Sarasota where you can visit St. Armand’s Circle, Ringling Museum of Art and the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

2. Visit St. Petersburg for the Saturday Farmer’s Market, and get oriented to the lovely downtown on a narrated trolley ride before exploring the sites that interest you.

3. Travel to Tampa with a choice of visiting Busch Gardens or an excursion that includes a narrated Seaport Adventure tour of Port of Tampa and visits to Ybor City, Tampa’s Historic Latin Quarter, and the Tampa Power Plant to see manatees gathering in the warm waters to escape the cold.

4. Travel south to Punta Gorda, located on the coast between Sarasota and Ft. Myers. Enjoy free time to shop, dine, and leisurely stroll the Harborwalk in Fisherman’s Village and a tour of Peace River Wildlife Center where injured birds and other native wildlife are rescued and rehabilitated.

5. Visit Tarpon Springs, “sponge capital of the world”, to get a “taste” of Greece. There is much to see and do from cruise excursions, shopping the Greek village or historic Victorian downtown shops, and of course dining on genuine Mediterranean dishes.

6. A concert or theater production (TBD once performance schedules are available) and a luncheon cruise on Boca Ciega Bay. We have reserved two room types at the Sirata Beach Resort. In building 1 the Gulf Front executive suites face the Gulf, have 2 queen beds in the bedroom and a separate living area and kitchenette with a small refrigerator and microwave. In building 4, the Gulf View suites do not face the gulf but have an angled view of the beach and gulf and have a king bed in the bedroom and a separate living area and kitchenette with a full

refrigerator, microwave and cook top. Both room Coach types are furnished alike with a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, full balcony, cable TV, in-room safe, Jan. 22-Feb. 12, 2017 OR and utensils, dishes, toaster and coffee maker in the kitchenette. As a Sunrise Tours guest, the Sirata will Fly offer a 10% discount for purchases at the onsite resJan. 23 - Feb. 11, taurants and gift shop, Wi-Fi connectivity in your room 2017* and daily use of a beach cabana. Restaurants, a grocery store and a drug store are also located within easy walking distance. We will also have the use of a private Sunrise Tours founders room for visiting, games and celebrations on three difJim and Charlene ferent days during our stay at the resort.

Dalrymple are Cost of the tour via motorcoach includes: transportation via luxury motorcoach including the excursions scheduled to host this relaxing vacation. while in Florida, lodging for 21 nights, 2 breakfasts en route to and from Florida and 1 breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner during the stay in Florida.

Cost of the tour via air includes: flight to Florida, transportation to airport from pick-up point and hotel, lodging at the Sirata Resort 19 nights, transportation for 6 excursions, and 1 breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner during your Florida stay.

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Florida Keys Adventure

Day 1: Fort Lauderdale Fly to Fort Lauderdale and stay overnight. Enjoy dinner on the city’s most famous nautical landmark, Lauderdale Marina, at 15th Street Fisheries, located along the Port Everglades inlet to the Atlantic Ocean. D Day 2: Overseas Highway Travel the 126-mile “Overseas Highway” crossing 42 bridges over azure ocean waters and the world famous 7-mile bridge on route to beautiful Key West. Stop in Grassy Key to tour the Dolphin Research Center and meet their resident dolphins and California sea lions.

Enjoy lunch on the water before arriving in Key West, the southernmost point of the Florida Keys, for our four-night stay at the chic, island-style Crowne Plaza La Concha located on Duval Street, just steps from the heart of Key West’s bustling cultural district lined with shops, galleries, and cafes. B, L Day 3: Exploring Key West In addition to being a great vacation spot, Key West has also served as an artistic refuge, a presidential retreat, a military post and an important port. Board our private Old Town Trolley for a guided tour of the city’s history through the quaint streets of Old Town. Tour the Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum, home to an extensive collection of artifacts from 17th century shipwrecks including the Santa Margarita. After an afternoon of leisure to explore Duval Street, enjoy a delicious group dinner in Old Town. B, D Day 4: Key West Literary History The morning is yours to watch the sunrise, take a lei-

surely two-block stroll along quiet streets to the waterfront or hop on the trolley to visit the nearby Butterfly House. After a picnic lunch of authentic Cuban food, tour the Ernest Hemingway House Museum, where he is rumored to have written A Farewell to Arms. Take an optional tour of Harry S. Truman Little White House, the historic building which served as the President’s winter White House (additional cost). This evening, head to Mallory Square to watch the sunset, a truly memorable experience, complete with musicians, acrobats and unique vendors. B, L

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Day 5: Key West Nature Immerse yourself in Civil War history with Fort Lauderdale a guided tour of Fort Zachary Taylor which served as headquarters First night FL for the U.S. Navy’s East Last night Gulf Coast blockade Overnight squadron. Visit the FlorHighlight ida Keys Eco-Discovery Tour route Center and National Flight route Marine Sanctuary for a 4 journey into the world Key West of native plants and animals of the Keys plus a dynamic exhibit of Aquarius, the world’s only underwater ocean laboratory. B, D Day 6: Riverboat Cruise After a late morning departure, cross the Overseas Highway and return to Fort Lauderdale. Board the River Queen Riverboat for a narrated cruise on the “Venice of America,” Fort Lauderdale’s New River, sailing through Millionaire’s Row filled with homes of the rich and famous, spectacular mega yachts and sights beyond belief. Enjoy a final dinner in Fort Lauderdale and an overnight stay. B, D

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The 1926 Crowne Plaza is an historic landmark in Key West, having hosted Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams and Harry S. Truman. Enjoy 4 nights at this centrally located historic property.

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Biloxi Winter Break

Day 1: Tunica, MS Leave winter behind as we head south for warmer winds. Overnight in Tunica, MS. D

Day 2: Beau Rivage Travel south through Mississippi and arrive in Biloxi at the luxurious waterfront, four-diamond Beau Rivage Resort and Casino for a 3-night stay! The resort features a dozen restaurants, shopping, a world class spa and salon, and an expansive casino for your enjoyment. B, D

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tour into the past of this notable historic post-war home of the former President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis. Construction of the home began in 1848 and was completed in 1852. You will also visit the Presidential Library and Museum. Walk through Mrs. Varian’s Garden and you might even see “Sir Camelot”, the camel that lives on the grounds! Since Hurricane Katrina the Beauvoir Estate has been totally refurbished and rebuilt. The afternoon is free to explore Biloxi on your own or return to the Beau Rivage. B

February 12-17, 2017 Per person rates double $925 triple/quad $868 single $1074 Same price as 2016!

Day 3: New Orleans visits 3 Day 5: Jackson, MS Explore New Orleans and its unique New Orleans Depart Biloxi for Jackson, MS to visit and colorful heritage with a local guide the Old Capital Museum. Mississippi’s before lunch at Mulate’s. Then explore first capital building, built in 1839, has the French Quarter area on your own been fully restored to its original state. and browse the shops, boutiques and grab a traditional beignet from the original Café du Taste true southern cooking at lunch today at one of Jackson’s famous restaurants. Return to Tunica for an Monde. B, L overnight stay. B, L Day 4: Beauvoir Estate – The Jefferson Davis Home Day 6: Home and Presidential Library At Beauvoir, meet your guide in period dress for a Arrive home ready for spring. B

Western Caribbean Cruise by Coach

Day 1: Horn Lake, MS Your adventure begins with a late morning departure.

Enjoy renowned Southern Barbeque and an overnight stay in Horn Lake, Mississippi. D Day 2: New Orleans, LA Continue south to “The Big Easy,” New Orleans. Take in 200 years of culture as we visit the French Market, America’s oldest public market, before our fine dining experience at historic Tujague’s Restaurant. B, D

Day 3: French Quarter, Embarkation Experience the Old World ambiance, history and architecture of New Orleans during a scenic tour with a local guide. Board Norwegian Cruise line’s the “Norwegian Dawn” to start your Western Caribbean Getaway.

The ship boasts a Freestyle Cruising experience with a range of activities such as the Dawn Club Casino, Stardust Theater and the Oasis Pool complete with an ice cream bar. There are a variety of dining options, shops and an internet café. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided on ship throughout the cruise.

Day 4: Relaxing Day At Sea Day 5: Cozumel, Mexico The beaches, dining and shopping are great on this tiny tropical isle just 12 miles off Mexico´s coast. But it´s the coral reef just off shore and the sacred Mayan

ruins that are the primary attractions.

Day 6: Roatan, Honduras Receive a welcome as warm as the weather in this rustic, banana-shaped idyll of brilliant blue water, palmfringed beaches and cooling trade winds. One of three Bay Islands just off the coast of Honduras, Roatan is home to some of the best “pillar” coral in the Caribbean and the crystal waters of Tabyana Beach.

Day 7: Harvest Caye, Belize Disembark on this new port to see Harvest Caye’s stunning landscape and diverse ecology consisting of jungles, rainforests, swamps and coral reefs.

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Day 8: Costa Maya, Mexico This area of the Yucatan features a coastal paradise with soft sand beaches and rich archeological sites of ancient Mayan ruins.

Day 9: Relaxing Day At Sea Day 10: Memphis, TN Return to New Orleans for disembarkation and drive to Memphis for an overnight stay. B, D Day 11: Return home Return home with fond memories of a wonderful sunny adventure. B

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Cardinals Spring Training In celebration of our 20th year traveling to Florida for Cardinals Spring Training, we are excited to be March 7-14, 2017 joined by Major League Umpire Al Clark for a special meet and greet session. Enjoy stories about his Per person rates 30 years as a professional umpire, including about Cardinals characters like Whitey Herzog. double $1749 catch part of batting. Tonight an triple/quad $1531 Day 1: Northern Georgia evening reception awaits us at the single $2312 Travel to northern Georgia for 1 1 Cartersville SC hotel. B, L

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Day 3: Palm Beach Gardens, 11 Orlando roundtrip airfare FL Roger Dean from STL Hear the crack of the bat as we Stadium 3 Day 6: Palm Beach Gardens, FL – see our first game of the trip!

Palm Beach Gardens Orlando area After the game, we will check See our final spring training game! into our home for the next The tour was exthree nights, the Hilton Garden Inn, Palm Beach Gar- Overnight at the Rosen Center in Orlando. B, D cellent…Was everydens, FL. Featuring a hot breakfast each morning and thing and more than I a convenient location from which to visit Roger Dean Day 7: Northern Georgia Now that you’ve seen them in action, what do you thought it would be.

Stadium and explore Palm Beach County. B, D predict for the 2017 season? Travel to Georgia for overnight stay. B, L Day 4: Palm Beach Gardens, FL Darlene F., Today we see the Cardinals take on another opponent 2015 Spring Training in sunny Florida. We will get to the ballpark early to Day 8: Return home, breakfast included

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Spring Training “Batting Practice” Day 1: Northern Georgia Travel to northern Georgia for overnight stay. D Day 2: Orlando, FL Travel to Orlando, FL and overnight at the Sunrise favorite, Rosen Center Hotel. Enjoy a deluxe dinner buffet at the hotel restaurant, Café Gaugin. B, D

this morning if you wish to catch the morning practice on the back fields. Today we see the Cardinals take on another opponent in sunny Florida. B, L

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ter the game enjoy a Sunrise Tours spring training tradition; a catered BBQ on the beach! Return to hotel In celebration of our 20th year traveling to for the night. B, D

Day 3: Palm Beach Gardens, FL Hear the crack of the bat as we see our first game of the trip! After the game, we will check into the brand new Courtyard by Marriott Palm Beach Jupiter for 1 1 Cartersville SC the next three nights. Located directly across the street from AL Roger Dean Stadium you will have access to walk over to the GA practice fields early every morning or if you forget your rally hat, FL you can run to your hotel room to retrieve it without missing an at 11 Orlando bat! B, D Day 4: Palm Beach Gardens, FL Head on over to the ballpark early

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Florida for Cardinals Spring Training, we are excited to be joined by Major League Umpire Al Clark for a special meet and greet session.

Enjoy stories about his 30 years as a professional umpire, including about Cardinals characters like Whitey Herzog.

Day 8: Return home, breakfast included

Note: Itinerary subject to change based on schedule which will be released in early November

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New Orleans & Cajun Country

Day 1: Let the Good Times Roll Laissez les bon temps rouler; Let the Good times Roll. Fly into New Orleans and spend three nights near the iconic French Quarter.

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roundtrip airfare from STL Day 5: Acadian Heritage This morning in Crowley, LA our MS Same price as 2016!

LA Day 2: New Orleans local step-on guide will take you Experience the Old World ambito a working farm to learn how ance of New Orleans as our local two crops, rice and crawfish, are step-on guide highlights the disfarmed on the same land. Enjoy Lafayette tinctive history, customs and archia homemade lunch at the farm.

2 New tecture of this romantic city. Visit Back in Lafayette visit with cos3 Orleans tumed interpreters at VermilionHoumas a local cemetery to learn of their House unusual burial practice. See the ville, a heritage and folk-life muPlantation elegant homes in the Garden Disseum. The Village boasts original trict with their columned porches, buildings and artifacts which remighty oaks and verdant gardens. flect early Acadian life. After a stop Lunch is at the legendary Mulate’s, the Original Cajun at the Acadian Cultural Center you will complete your Restaurant. Enjoy a magical tour at Mardi Gras World Cajun experience with dinner and live music at a Lafayto see where the colorful floats are made. The evening ette landmark that showcases traditional French Cajun is free for you to enjoy at your leisure. B, L, Hot Apps heritage, Prejean’s Restaurant. B, L, D Day 3: National WWII Museum & the French Quarter Visit the #1 attraction in New Orleans; The National WWII Museum. Visit the various Galleries at your own pace, experience the popular Beyond All Boundaries 4-D Movie and enjoy lunch at The Stage Door Canteen located right in the museum. The distinctive sound of The Vic-Tones, a male vocal trio showcasing Swing, Big Band and Jazz, will entertain and delight. This evening we will offer a walking tour through the unforgettable French Quarter including iconic landmarks and a stop for a set at Maison Bourbon Jazz Club right on Bourbon Street. B, L, Hot Apps Day 4: Cajun Country Marvel at the sheer size of Lake Pontchartrain during our visit to the New Canal Lighthouse Museum located right on the water’s edge before we depart for Houma, LA where you will enjoy lunch at Copelands of New Orleans. The owners of Greenwood Gator Farm

Day 6: Houmas House Plantation and Gardens Travel to the spectacular Houmas House Plantation and Gardens, the crown jewel of Louisiana’s River Road. A costumed hostess will be your guide through the 16-room antebellum estate filled with period antiques and Louisiana art.

Walk outside amongst the majestic ancient Live Oak Trees, lush gardens filled with vibrant flowers, fountains, ponds and sculpture as well as the charming garconniere. Enjoy lunch at Café Burnside on the property before transfer to the New Orleans airport for your flight home. B, L Houmas House Plantation

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!

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New York Encore

featuring a performance by the St. Louis Symphony in Carnegie Hall

Day 2: NYC Tour and Broadway Each morning, dine at a local diner to start your day.

Enjoy a local guided tour of the most important borough of New York City; Manhattan. See Central Park, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Chinatown, and much more. This evening after dinner, redeem your golden ticket to experience Willy Wonka’s chocolate world first-hand, at a special preview performance of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. Premiering for the first time on Broadway, the show has broken house records in London where it has been seen by more than 1.8 million people since it opened in June 2013. B, D

as you wish. Head down to Battery Park to take the ferry to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, visit the MET or Guggenheim Museum, shop on 5th Ave or relax in Central Park. Your Tour Manager will be available to help plan your afternoon. Tonight you may attend an optional pre-concert talk at 6:30pm in Stern Auditorium (same as the performance) with Composer John Adams, St. Louis Symphony Music Director David Robertson, and Director of Artistic Planning Jeremy Geffen. At 7:30pm see the St. Louis Symphony, led by David Robertson, return to Carnegie Hall as they perform John Adams’s critically acclaimed, The Gospel According to the Other Mary.

Merging New Testament stories with twentieth century texts, the electrifying score will amaze as the oratorio from Mary Magdalene’s voice unfolds.

Seating is located in the Dress Circle for this special performance which is in celebration of Composer John Adams’s 70th birthday. B

Day 3: Lower Manhattan and St. Louis Symphony Visit the poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Rise to the top of the new One World Observatory, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, for incredible panoramic views of New York City! This afternoon is free to explore NYC

Day 4: Return Home Take a short early morning walk to Rockefellers Center to catch NBC’s Today Show live or over to Times Square (optional) before a return flight home.

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Day 1: New York City Catch a flight to New York City and check into our hotel, the Belvedere, a hidden jewel in the heart of the theater district that was built during the 1920’s Art Deco period. Located a little over a block away from Times Square, our centrally located hotel provides an excellent starting point to explore NYC. D

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Day 2: Branson, MO Head to Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 10,000-acres of pristine Ozark Mountain landscape in Lampe, Missouri, for a guided open-air wildlife tram ride and picnic lunch. Wind through the canyon floor bursting with blooming Dogwoods past towering bluffs and waterfalls before crossing the Arkansas border to ascend 300 feet to the American bison, elk and longhorn pastures.

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Day 1: Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival Experience the 11th Annual Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival, a three-day celebration featuring celebrities, noted authors, humanitarians, presidential descendants and historical luminaries from around the world.

Marshfield’s first cherry blossom planting took place in 2004 following the dream of a local resident who was homesick for the time he spent in Washington D.C. Browse the festival’s craft, food and vendor booths surrounded by the gorgeous color of the cherry blossoms.

Continue to Branson, home to Silver Dollar City and over 50 live performance theaters, for a 2-night stay at the Savannah House. Delight in bluegrass to classical music and everything in between during one of Branson’s hit shows, “The Dutton Experience.” The Duttons were finalists on NBC’s hit TV show, America’s Got Talent, in 2007 before setting up in Branson. D

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Keep your eye out for newborn bison and longhorn in the resident herds. Tour the newly renovated Dogwood Canyon Visitor Center and the brand new treehouse built by Pete Nelson and the crew of Animal Planet’s “Treehouse Masters.” Return to Branson and board the Showboat Branson Belle, America’s Most Entertaining Dinner Cruise. Cruise along Table Rock Lake while enjoying stunning lake views, a delicious threecourse dinner and an exciting Overnight variety show. B, L, D Highlight Tour route

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Day 3: Return home Spend the morning exploring the Titanic Museum, a two-stoCherry Blossom ry museum shaped like the TiFestival tanic itself and containing over 400 pre-discovery artifacts.

Branson Step back in time to Titanic’s 2 Dogwood 1921 maiden voyage when you Canyon receive a boarding ticket featuring the name of an actual Titanic passenger and the class on which you will be traveling. Indulge in delicious homemade pie during a stop at A Slice of Pie, celebrating 28 years of excellence in Rolla, before returning home. B

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Spotlight Texas

Featuring beachfront Galveston, highlights of Dallas and San Antonio Fiesta!

Day 1: Joplin, MO Travel west on Route 66 to Joplin, MO for lunch at Granny Shaffer’s where the food “tastes homemade cause it is”. Continue southwest to overnight in Durant, OK. L Day 2: Dallas, TX Arrive in Dallas and meet a local expert for a guided tour of Dallas, including a visit to the Dealey Plaza Historic District and The Sixth Floor Museum which chronicles the assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. Check into our Dallas hotel for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 3: Presidents and Cowboys Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Opened in April 2013 on the campus of SMU, the Museum features Freedom Hall and includes a 67-foot video wall depicting a montage of the 44 US presidents. Don’t miss the 9/11 Memorial exhibit! Visit Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic district and witness a live cattle drive, explore the TX Cowboy Hall of Fame before a hearty TX lunch! What does a $1.1billion stadium featuring the world’s largest column free interior look like? Find out with a VIP tour of AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys to include the locker rooms, luxury suites and the field. B, L Day 4: “It’s Island Time” Travel south to Galveston Island, TX for a tropical getaway. Upon arrival, tour a retired Ocean Star jack-up drilling rig turned museum! This one of a kind tour shows offshore drilling equipment and exhibits detailing the oil and gas production process. Explore Galveston with a local guide, relaying the history of the 1900 Hurricane and touring where sculpture artists have breathed life into what Mother Nature attempted to destroy from Hurricane Ike in 2008 on a Tree Sculpture

tour. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the beachApril 19-26, 2017 front DoubleTree resort where each room includes a Per person rates* balcony and views of the ocean! B,D Day 5: Space Center A crown jewel of TX is the NASA Johnson Space Center where a behind-the-scenes look at space exploration is arranged. Get up close and tour historic mission control and iconic exhibits featuring our nation’s revered astronauts. Experience the thrill of watching a space shuttle launch in the Blast Off! Theater and touch a real moon rock. This afternoon, enjoy views of the ocean or walk the historic Strand. B, L

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Visit 3 of Texas’ cities featuring a visit to the new George W Bush Library and Museum, ABA’s top 100 Fiesta San Antonio highlighting history/culture and a beachfront 2-night stay on Galveston Island!

Day 6: San Antonio, TX Enjoy the springtime wildflowers reaching up for the warm Texas sunshine as we travel through central Texas to San Antonio. Unpack for a 3-night stay in the Drury Plaza Hotel located on the Riverwalk. Originally a bank, the hotel retains the charm of its stunning architectural history with modern amenities, a rooftop pool and direct access to the Riverwalk. ToOK night, enjoy your reserved seats on the bank of the San Antonio River 1 Durant for the Fiesta Texas Cavaliers River Parade and watch as music fills the air and vibrant floats pass 2 Dallas by with bold colors of Fiesta! B, hot apps George W. Bush

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Day 7: Fiesta Time!

Texans describe the Fiesta as a TX blend of New Orleans’s Mardi Gras and Pasadena’s Rose Parade. The color, the pageantry and celebra2 San Antonio tions recognize the City’s diverse The Alamo history and culture. Catch the spirit with a pin proudly worn and traded during the Fiesta! Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city and visit the “queen of the missions” Mission San Jose and shopping at El Mercado, an authentic Mexican Marketplace. History comes to life visiting the Alamo where Davy Crockett and 185 other “Texans” fought against Mexico. This evening, take some free time to explore the Riverwalk. B, L, hot apps Day 8: Return Flight Home Enjoy a comfortable flight home. B

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Georgia on my Mind

featuring Jekyll Island, Savannah and more Day 1: Georgia Journey south for dinner and overnight in Cartersville, GA. D

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tour of Jekyll Island takes you throughout the Historic Landmark District and past the 1 Atlanta grand “cottages” which were Day 3: Charleston, SC the winter getaways for The Charleston 1 Macon Visit the Magnolia PlantaRockefellers, Vanderbilts and 2 Savannah tion and Gardens, an estate J.P. Morgan. Have lunch on acquired by the Dalton Famproperty at the historic Crane AL ily in 1676. Tour the gorgeous Cottage, which was inspired 2 Jekyll Island blooming gardens and home by an Italian Renaissance villa and take a tram excursion for and built in 1917. After lunch FL a picturesque nature tour of enjoy the rest of the afternoon the plantation’s wetlands and marshes. Enjoy lunch to explore Jekyll Island at leisure. You may choose to and shopping in the historic City Market area, then a rent a bike, relax at the resort or take the hotel shuttle local guide will share her expertise aboard our coach down to the beach. B, L as we further explore Charleston. After our tour, depart for “Georgia’s First City,” Savannah, and dine riverside Day 7: Macon, GA at River House Seafood before we check into the B Macon is our next stop on our Southern Adventure.

Historic Savannah Hotel for 2 nights. B, D Tour the Hay House, considered the most advanced antebellum building in America for its style, craftsmanDay 4: Savannah, GA ship and technologiBoard an open-air trolley to tour this enchanting South- cal innovations. The ern town filled with amazing architecture, rich history house has also been and the pleasant aromas of spring! Enjoy free time for featured on A&E’s lunch, where you may want to visit Mrs. Wilkes Dining “America’s Castles.”

Room or The Lady and Son’s Restaurant. Explore the Enjoy a catered lunch Historic River Street full of shops, restaurants, galler- on the main level of ies, in a revitalized historic area located on the river. the house before a Board the Savannah Riverboat for an evening cruise tour with a local guide down the river while enjoying historic sights, dinner featuring a scenic and entertainment. B, D drive through beautiful neighborhoods of Day 5: St. Simons & Jekyll Island Macon that date back Continue our journey to the Golden Isles of Georgia as to the mid 1800’s. B, L Hay House in Macon, GA we visit the Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site. The Plantation was owned and occupied by the Day 8: Atlanta, GA same family from 1804 to 1973 until the land was do- Begin our journey back north as we stop in Atlanta to nated to the state. Visit St. Simons Island to explore discover how a newsroom operates and watch behindthe charming shops, restaurants and take a walk on the-scenes action as we tour the CNN Studios. Stop at the pier for a gorgeous view of St. Simons Sound. In the Booth Western Art Museum, home to the largest the late 1800’s, a group of millionaires sent a team of permanent space for Western art in the country, on our experts to locate an area with great natural beauty, ex- way to Chattanooga for dinner and an overnight stay. cellent weather and privacy. They found Jekyll Island B, D and proceeded to build the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, our home for the next two nights. Upon arrival tour the Day 9: Return Home B 1

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National Parks of the Southwest

Day 1: El Paso, TX Fly to El Paso, TX to begin your journey to the Old West. Enjoy a cowboy steak dinner and overnight stay. D Day 2: Marfa, Texas Travel to Marfa, home to the puzzling “Marfa Lights” and the historic Hotel Paisano, site of the James Dean movie GIANT. Continue to Big Bend National Park, the eighth largest national park in the lower 48 situated on the boundary with Mexico along the Rio Grande, for a two-night stay in the spectacular Chisos Basin at the Chisos Mountain Lodge.

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Day 6: International UFO Mu2 Carlsbad seum Carlsbad Caverns Travel to Roswell to explore National Park the International UFO Museum and Research Center complete with a museum guide talk. Stop TX at Hondo Iris Farm for a tour through the glorious irises, lilies and desert botanical plants and sit on the hummingbird porch to Marfa watch the birds feed, fight and fly. Enjoy dinner and a two-night Chisos Mountain stay with lake view rooms and Lodge 2 private balconies at the luxuriBig Bend National Park ous Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort, owned and operated by the Mescalero Apache tribe. B, D

Day 3: 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 west Texas in the place where the Rio Grande makes a sharp turn.

Visit Sam Nall Ranch and Santa Elena Canyon plus a picnic lunch in the park. Spend the evening exploring the ruins of the former Chisos Mine company in Terlingua Ghost Town and dine at the old-timey Starlight Theatre. B, L, D Day 4: Fort Davis National Historic Park and West of the Pecos Museum Travel into the Davis Mountains to tour Fort Davis National Historic Park, a major frontier military post established in 1854 to protect travelers and freight from Comanche raiders along the San Antonio-El Paso Trail.

Enjoy a cowboy-style lunch at Historic Prude Ranch, established over 100 years ago by Grandmother Prude who came to Fort Davis by covered wagon. Tour the West of the Pecos Museum located in the 1896 Orient Hotel and Saloon before a two-night stay in Carlsbad, NM. 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. End

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Combine this tour with Spotlight Texas on page 20 and take $450 off the combined per person rate! Or combine this tour with Canyonlands on page Day 7: Billy the Kid Country and Valley of Fires 51 and take $400 off Travel the Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway to the the combined rate!

Lincoln County Courthouse, the historic frontier site of Billy’s infamous escape in 1881. Learn about the symbol of forest fire prevention during a visit to the Smokey Bear Historical Park. 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.

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Travel the 16- mile Dunes Drive with a local guide and have the chance to scale convenient dunes along the route. Head to Las Cruces, NM to explore the local shops in historic Old Mesilla Plaza, enjoy an authentic Mexican dinner and overnight stay. B, D Day 9: Fly home from El Paso B

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Day 3: National Cathedral and Library of Congress Tour our nation’s oldest federal cultural institution, the Library of Congress, and see Thomas Jefferson’s personal library, Presidential Papers and the Gutenberg Bible amongst other works from 1815 forward. Tour the National Cathedral all adorned with arrangements from the Flower Mart, an outdoor festival that encircles the Cathedral with extraordinary floral displays, shopping and entertainment. Did you know that Woodrow Wilson is the only President to make DC their permanent home? Tour their Georgian Revival mansion located in the Embassy Row area since 1915 before dinner in DC proper. B,D

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Per person rates double $1648 triple/quad $1449 single $2169

Each May, DC Embassies open their doors for a chance to visit Tour highlight Mount these beautiful and Vernon Tour route striking buildings.

They offer cultural performances, indigenous his Gettysburg Address at The Lincoln Memorial and treats and shopping more. After a stop for a photo at the White House, enof native crafts and joy time to explore the National Mall and Smithsongoods representing ian, the world’s largest museum complex. B, D their homeland.

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*Subject to change. Last minute cancellation due to security and/or official business is possible. The specific international Embassy scheduled will be confirmed closer to the actual date.

Day 4: Around the World Embassy Tour Start the day with an exclusive private tour of an International Embassy*! Spend the rest of the day with a local expert and your included Passport to DC in hand affording rare behind-the-scenes tours of the Embassies of Washington DC, many of which are among Washington’s historic and architectural treasures (TBD, possible tours include Indonesia, Peru, Brazil and Korea). Each Embassy will welcome guests and present activities highlighting their country’s cuisine, music and more.

B, D Day 5: Guided tour of DC Today, a local guide boards the coach to visit the historical highlights of DC. Stand where global events have taken shape and view the many historic monuments and memorials. Honor the 16 million who have served at the National World War II Memorial, reflect at the Martin Luther King, Jr National Memorial, see the inscriptions from

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Canyonlands of Southern Utah Day 1: Las Vegas, NV Our journey west begins with a flight to Las Vegas. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the four-star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. D Day 2: Grand Canyon Travel through the vast expanse of the Mojave Desert to visit a masterpiece of modern engineering, the Hoover Dam. Follow the Colorado River to the aweinspiring Grand Canyon National Park. Explore Grand Canyon Village and walk along the canyon edge before dinner and an overnight stay in the South Rim of the park. B, D Day 3: Lake Powell, AZ Join our local guide to explore the beauty of the West Rim of the Grand Canyon. Travel along West Rim Road, originally an old wagon road built by the Sante Fe Railway, with scenic stops at spectacular overlooks. Head to Page, AZ for a cruise on beautiful Lake Powell. The boat takes us through the tapestry laden walls of one of Lake Powell’s famous canyons, Navajo Canyon and Antelope Canyon. Enjoy dinner overlooking the lake and an overnight stay at Lake Powell Resort, located in the heart of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. B, D Day 4: Monument Valley and Moab Take a guided tour of the second largest concrete arch dam in the United States, Glen Canyon Dam, which holds back an amazing 26,215,000 acre-feet of water from the Colorado River. Head to Monument Valley and learn about the Native American heritage of this area as we explore the back roads of the eighth wonder of the world with a Navajo guide. Continue west to Moab, UT for a jet boat ride on the mighty Colorado River and a two-night stay. B, D

Day 5: Canyonlands National Park Explore the wilderness of countless canyons and buttes carved by the Colorado River with a guided tour of Canyonlands National Park. Visit one of the most photographed scenic sights, Dead Horse Point State Park, located 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River. After a riverside picnic lunch, discover the red rock landscape of Arches National Monument, the world’s largest concentration of natural stone arches. Explore Moab’s quaint western charm during your evening of leisure. B, L

Day 7: Bryce Canyon National Park Discover the impressive but often missed Cedar Breaks National Monument, which rests on top of the Colorado plateau and looks down into a half-mile deep geological amphitheater. Enjoy lunch at Bryce Canyon’s Lodge restaurant, rated one of the area’s best dining experiences, before exploring Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its multi-colored Hoodoos and some of the world’s best air quality. B, L

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Day 6: Capitol Reef National Park Visit Capitol Reef National Park, known for the Waterpocket Fold, a 65 million year-old wrinkle in the Earth’s crust. After a picnic lunch amongst the park’s colorful canyons, domes and mono- The hoodoos at Bryce Canyon liths and dessert at the Gifford House Store and Museum, travel to Cedar City, UT for our two-night stay. B, L, D

Day 8: Zion National Park Follow the lush Virgin River into Zion National Highlight First night Park where you will be surrounded by massive Tour route canyon walls and a unique landscape of petriLast night Arches Fly to/from fied sand dunes during our narrated open-air Overnight National Park Las Vegas tram ride. Grab lunch on your own at the Zion 2 Moab Capitol Reef Lodge before continuing back to Las Vegas.

National Park Canyonlands Visit Nevada’s oldest and largest state park National Park filled with red sandstone formations and 3,000 Cedar City Bryce Canyon year-old Indian petroglyphs, Valley of Fire 2 National Park State Park, before a final night at the Golden Zion Monument National Park Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D Valley

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This is my 11th year of traveling with Sunrise and I have had no negative experiences. This one was at the top, even better than I expected.

Thank you for such a great trip.

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Creme de la Creme Featuring the Great Dames of Eastern Canada: Quebec, Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto

Day 1: Michigan Travel to mid-Michigan for our overnight stay. D

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Day 8: Quebec City, Quebec PA 1 Travel along the St. * Includes IL Ashland Lawrence River to St. roundtrip airfare St. Louis Anne de Beaupre, with from STL OH IN time to experience the basilica and this little Crème de la crème Day 3: Toronto, Ontario town that attracts more “the best of the best” Explore the bustling city of Toronto with a local expert. than a million pilgrims and visitors each year! Visit is the perfect descripRise 1,136 ft in 58 seconds to the observation deck of Montmorency Falls and take a memorable cable car tion for this tour. the CN Tower for lunch with a view! B, L ride to the top for lunch and time to enjoy the views of Journey with us for 7 the Isle de Orleans and the Saint Lawrence River. B, L nights in 3 luxurious Day 4: Ottawa, Ontario and historic Fairmont Journey to Canada’s beautiful city of Ottawa for a Day 9: Montreal, Quebec 2-night stay at the Fairmont Château Laurier, a mag- Enjoy breakfast before we travel to Montreal for a stay hotels of eastern Cannificent limestone edifice with turrets and masonry at the Ville-Marie Hotel. This afternoon, our local tour ada and enjoy distincreminiscent of a French Château. Visit Canada’s largest guide will acquaint us with Montreal’s cultural heritage tive experiences and and most popular cultural institution, The Canadian and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new as we see elegance!

Museum of History. B, D all the “must see sights” including Montreal’s crown jewel, the Notre-Dame BasiliDay 5: Canadian Tulip Festival ca. B, D Discover the sites of Ottawa and the Tulip Festival featuring more than three million tulips, with our per- Day 10: Niagara USA sonal step-on guide. Visit Commissioner’s Park, Par- Cross the US border and into liament Hill, Sussex Drive, view the official residences the Niagara Falls, NY area for of the Prime Minister and Governor General and many an overnight stay. B, D other sights. Tour the capital of Canada, Parlement du Canada, and discover the history and functions with a Day 11: Niagara Falls State guided tour of Centre Block, home to the Senate and Park House of Commons (pending availability). The eve- Experience the majestic beauty ning is free for you to explore. B of Niagara Falls. Did you know 3,160 tons of water flows over Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Day 6: Quebec City, Quebec the falls every second? Board Get your cameras ready as we approach our hotel for the world-famous Maid of the the next three nights. Standing high on a bluff over- Mist for a thrilling boat ride under the falls! This afterlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le noon, travel west to Ohio for dinner and an overnight Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the stay. B, D heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of Old Québec. B, D Day 12: Au Revoir Day 7: Quebec City, Quebec Merci’ and au revoir for a trip filled with extraordinary Join our local guide for an informative tour of the most memories! Note: Fly tour returns home from Cleveland, European of North American cities, Quebec City. See OH. B the massive stone architecture, the heavily fortified 1

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Day 4: Rochester Lilac Festival Travel to Rochester, NY and tour the George Eastman House, to learn about the father of modern photography and founder of the Eastman Kodak Company.

Head to Highland Park, home to 1,200 lilac shrubs in over 500 varieties, for the 119th year of the world famous Rochester Lilac Festival. Step aboard the Sam Patch Boat and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Erie Canal, complete with their signature canal experience of going through the lock and dam. Overnight in Rochester. B, D Day 5: Timeless Covered Bridges Enjoy a visit to beautiful Ashtabula County for a tour of the historic covered bridges that includes the largest covered bridge. Stop at Ferrante Winery for lunch and wine tasting before traveling to central Ohio for our overnight stay. B, L, Hot Apps

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Featuring a nostalgic overnight journey on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief from Kansas City to Flagstaff, AZ! Day 1: Kansas City Mid-day, depart for Kansas City. Enjoy dinner enroute before boarding Amtrak’s Southwest Chief train.

Meals and roomette are included, or you can upgrade to a private bedroom (see right for information). D Day 2: Southwest Chief Train Relax as the train hums along across Kansas and Colorado to Arizona. The spectacular landscape filled with blooming spring flowers is coupled with delicious meals and comfortable accommodations. This evening arrive Flagstaff, AZ for an overnight stay. B, L, D

Day 6: Petrified Forest National Park Travel east to Santa Fe, NM where the sun shines 310 days a year. Enroute, explore the Petrified Forest National Park and learn about the new dinosaur paleontologists have identified early 2016. See petrified logs with unexpectedly bright colors at the Rainbow Forest Museum and view the impressive Painted Desert from the Whipple Point lookout. After lunch at the historic El Rancho Hotel Restaurant, get comfortable for 3 nights at the new Drury Inn and Suites in Santa Fe, NM in historic downtown. B, L

May 15-24, 2017 Per person rates double $2469 triple/quad - please call single $3349

Day 7: Santa Fe, NM Learn about Santa Fe’s unique culture with a local expert who guides us through the sights of this capital city teeming with spring color. Highlights include Saint Francis Cathedral, San Miguel Mission and the Loretto Chapel. Do you know the mystery that surrounds the construction of the miraculous staircase at the Chapel?

Tour Georgia O’Keeffe’s museum whose paintings reflect her passion for this area she eventually called home. Free time this evening. B, Hot Apps

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Day 4: Verde Canyon Railroad Located on the upper or The Verde Canyon is full of wildflowers in bloom and Day 8: Bandelier National Monument lower level. No in-room lush green springtime growth. Visit the newly opened Glimpse into the ancient culture of the Anasazi Pueblo toilet or shower Copper Art Museum in quaint Old Town Cottonwood. people and view the pueblo-style dwellings in the FriBoard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a roundtrip wil- joles Canyon during a visit to Bandelier National MonuOptional Upgrade: derness ride though scenic riparian canyon only ac- ment. Lunch at Rancho de Chimayo, a 100-year-old Superliner Bedrooms: cessible by rail (or horse!) on tracks that hug the Verde adobe home turned restaurant for a taste of why they Ideal for two passengers, River. Blazin’ M Ranch welcomes us for dinner, west- were awarded 2014 NM Culinary Treasure of the year. but can accommodate ern music show and activities! B, D Enjoy a guided tour of El Santuario de Chimayo, a Na- three (two passengers tional Historic Landmark, before returning to Santa Fe. must share the lower Day 5: Grand Canyon & Winslow B,L berth). Each room has a Take time to explore the South Rim’s stunning views large sofa with two indiand Visitor Center. Travel to Winslow, AZ for a unique Day 9: Oklahoma City vidually reclining sections, overnight stay at the historic La Posada Hotel, the last Continue our springtime trek along Route 66 and trav- and a reclining easy chair. of the grand trackside hotels, built by Fred Harvey in el to OKC for dinner and overnight stay. B, D At night, the sofa converts 1929. Enjoy dinner in the hotel’s Turquoise Room this to a comfortable bed, and evening. B, D Day 10: Return home B an upper berth folds down from above. All Superliner Kansas Bedrooms feature private, City Amtrak Train self-enclosed restrooms Highlight First night Ride with toilet, sink and show1 Last night Tour route er. And are on the upper Overnight Amtrak route CO KS level of our double-decker Superliner train cars.

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Exploring the 5 Boroughs of NYC

Day 2: New York Travel across Pennsylvania and check into the Crowne Plaza Englewood for an overnight stay. B, D

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- Queens is the largest in area, but has the second largest in population.

Day 3: The Bronx and Broadway Visit the Woodlawn Cemetery, a National Historic Landmark located in the Bronx. See the stunning monuments and mausoleums designed by some of the nation’s most accomplished architects, landscape designers and sculptors. Tour the amazing Cloisters Museum, devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. Take a behind the scenes tour and go on stage at one of America’s most iconic music halls, the Apollo Theater. Check into the Belvedere, a hidden jewel in the heart of the theater district that was built during the 1920’s Art Deco period. Enjoy a dinner before catching a hit Broadway Show (TBD) with orchestra seating. B, D Day 4: Manhattan Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend the day exploring Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, people watching at Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique area of Chinatown in lower

Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to the poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero. Ascend to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, the new One World Observatory at One World Trade Center, for an incredible panoramic view of the city. B, D

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Day 5: Free Day in NYC The day is yours to explore New York City on your own. Our hotel is located just a short walk from multiple subway stops and Times Square! You may choose to hop on the ferry to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, visit the MET or Top Manhattan Meadowlands of the Rock, catch anNJ other Broadway show New York City or do a little shopping Times on 5th Ave. Your Tour Square Manager will be avail9/11 Memorial able to help you plan your day. B

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Made in the USA

Day 1: Memphis, TN Our celebration of American manufacturing begins in Memphis, TN with a visit to the largest urban farm in the region and leader in agricultural field crop research, Agricenter International. Climb aboard open-air cotton wagons for a guided tour of the farm’s research in biotech seeds, farm equipment improvements, conservation methods and environmental projects, including their solar farm. Continue to Jackson, TN for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Chattanooga, TN Indulge your senses during a visit to Franklin, TN’s Schakolad Chocolate Factory, started in 1969 and family owned for three generations. Hand dip your own specialty chocolates during a hands-on demonstration with an expert Schakolatier and learn to recognize the differences in chocolate based on region and cacao level during a guided tasting experience – complete with a private chocolate fountain! Head to Lynchburg, TN for a tasting tour at Jack Daniels Distillery, America’s oldest registered distillery and home to “Tennessee sipping whiskey” since 1866. Learn about the entire distilling process, from cave spring to mash, charcoal mellowing to oak barrels. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay where the luxuries of today are combined with the memories of a bygone era at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel, built around the historic 1909 train station and listed on the National Register for Historic Preservation. B, D Day 3: Knoxville, TN Head to Mayfield Dairy, established in 1912 when T.B. Mayfield purchased 45 Jersey cows and began to sell the milk to his neighbors. Enjoy a guided tour of the dairy farm – complete with an ice cream cone at the end! Arrive in Knoxville, TN for a microbrewery tour at Saw Works Brewing Company, located in the old Wallace Saw Works build-

ing. Enjoy one of their delicious, handcrafted beers June 4-8, 2017 served in a souvenir pint glass before a group dinner on Knoxville’s historic waterfront with a panoramic view Per person rates double $949 of the Tennessee River and overnight stay. B, D

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single $1166 Day 4: Nashville, TN Journey south to Pigeon Forge for a guided tour of the NE WT Old Mill, one of the most photographed mills in the OU United States. Step back in time as you watch millers R! grind thousands of pounds of grain with every turn of the giant water-powered wheel – the same equipment used when the mill was built in 1836. Learn about the history of BUSH’S Baked Beans, family owned for over 100 years, during a visit to the original A.J. Bush & Company General Store. Just don’t ask Jay or Duke for the Secret Family Recipe! Enjoy a delicious lunch of Southern specialties at BUSH’S Family Café before heading to Nashville for an overnight stay. B, L Day 5: Bowling Green, KY Travel north to Bowling Greene, KY to learn about the fascinating assembly process of America’s favorite sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette. Watch as robots weld the steel structure and the dedicated workforce adds parts in the trim and chassis. Witness the birth of new Corvettes from first start to the thrilling drive off at the end. Continue home to St. Louis with a greater appreciation for American productivity. B

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Day 1: Amtrak train ride Board Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner at the Kirkwood station, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and manned entirely by volunteers, for a trip to historic Independence, MO. From the Independence station, the Sunrise Tours bus will take us to explore the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum to learn about Missouri’s only homegrown US president.

Did you know that when Truman left the presidency, he refused corporate job offers and commercial endorsements, leaving only his $112.56 per month army pension to live on? Check into the Great Wolf Lodge, featuring over 38,000 square feet of waterslides, lazy river and 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, the Lodge has enough water fun for all ages! D Day 2: Kansas City

Depicting a 1900s turn of the century farm, the Deanna Rose Farmstead features over 200 animals and birds of prey, a dairy barn, pony rides and old-time country store. Explore the Sea Life Aquarium which features 30 displays and over 5,000 sea creatures including a Blacktip Reef Shark and Giant Pacific Octopus. The poignant and tragic stories of the Great War come alive at the award-winning National WWI Museum and Memorial. Enjoy a pizza party and splashin’ good time at the Great Wolf Lodge this evening. B, D Day 3: Warm Springs Ranch, home Set on 300 acres of lush, rolling hills in the heart of the state, Warm Springs Ranch is the luxurious home for over 70 of the famous Budweiser Clydesdales from foals to stallions. Enjoy a tour of the facility and learn the history of this majestic breed. Return by coach. B

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Day 1: Mid-Michigan Travel north to midMichigan for an overnight stay. D

items at the Cherry Republic before enjoyJune 10-15, 2017 ing lunch surrounded by beautiful artwork June 12-17, 2017 at the Old Mission Tavern. Visit Chateau Grand Traverse Winery for a private tasting Per person rates of local wines before heading back to our double $1339 resort. B, L

Day 2: Grand Traverse triple/quad $1201 Bay single $1776 Day 4: Mackinac Island, overnight Grand Browse charming SauHotel gatuck, known as “The Featuring a two-night Travel along Lake Michigan for a ferry ride Art Coast of Michigan”, to Mackinac Island. You’ll feel like you’re stay on the shores of and its downtown Vilstepping back in time when you take a Lake Michigan at the lage Square area feahorse and carriage to the world renowned Sugar Beach Resort turing art galleries and Grand Hotel, the island’s premier luxury and an overnight at shops. Dine on beautiful resort, where the longest porch in the Lake Michigan before the Grand Hotel on world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. heading to our lakefront Enjoy a five-course dinner in the Grand Ho- Mackinac Island. hotel, The Sugar Beach tel’s elegant dinResort, with beautiful ing room. B, D views on the shores of The porch at the Grand Hotel Grand Traverse Bay for a Mackinac Island 1 Day 5: Mackinac Island and 2- night stay. B, D Grand Grand Rapids First night Hotel Day 3: Sleeping Bear Dunes and Grand Traverse Bay After a restful night in one of Last night Sleeping Join our local guide for a scenic drive past cherry or- the Grand’s beautiful rooms Bear Dunes Overnight chards and around Old Mission Peninsula, then along and a leisurely breakfast Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes at the hotel, enjoy a horse 2 Highlight National Lakeshore. Sample local and unique cherry drawn carriage tour of the Traverse Tour route island. Before the return City ferry ride, we have our third Lake Fun Facts: Michigan delectable meal at the Grand • At 660 feet, the Grand Hotel’s front porch is the Hotel; lunch at the incompaworld’s longest and is visible as you approach the rable Grand Buffet! Travel to island.

1 Walker the Grand Rapids area for our Saugatuck • No motorized vehicles are allowed on Mackinac overnight stay. B, L Island. All transportation is provided by horse and carriage or bicycle. Mackinac Island is only accessible Day 6: Return Home 1 by ferry boat or plane.

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“Castles” of Ireland continued from page 31 by 43 acres of woodland between the shores of Lough Eske and the Blue Stack Mountains, the Castle was named “World’s Best Luxury Country Hotel” 5 years in a row! B, D Day 9: Derry After a leisurely morning on the grounds of Lough Eske Castle, depart for the historic fortified walled city of Derry for a guided walking tour.

The city fortifications were completed in 1618 to defend the city from the Gaelic chieftains in Donegal (they were never breached!) and are some the best preserved in Europe. Return to Lough Eske Castle for dinner and a stroll of the grounds. Can you find the 1621 date stone still to be found on property? B, D

Day 10: Dublin Visit Enniskillen Castle to learn about the Maguire Chieftains and continue to Dublin. Visit the famous Guinness Storehouse at St. James Gate and enjoy a pint of Guinness in the Sky Bar, located at the top of a glass tower that commands spectacular views of Dublin City and County in every direction. Enjoy a song-filled farewell dinner at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. Overnight at Brooks Hotel in the heart of Dublin. B, D Day 11: Return flight home Transfer to Dublin Airport and flight home. B, D (in flight)

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Day 1: Overnight flight to Dublin D, B in flight Day 2: Kinnitty Castle Morning arrival in Dublin Airport and depart for Kinnitty Castle. Visit the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens, a state-run bloodstock farm, founded in 1900 by an eccentric Anglo-Irish colonel called William Walker. After a tour of the stud farm, take a walk through the Japanese Gardens, which were laid out in 1906 to represent the “Life of Man.” Overnight in Kinnitty Castle Hotel, a gothic revival castle turned 37room hotel located on a site that traces its history to the 13th century! D

Day 5: Dingle Peninsula Per person rates* Explore the scenic Dingle Peninsula and its early double $4799 Christian sites including the 6th century Gallarus Oratory. Take in the spectacular views from Slea Head single $5489 and Connor Pass and walk the Atlantic beaches of the * Includes roundtrip airPeninsula. Continue to Limerick and visit the beauti- fare from STL ful thatched village of Adare. Enjoy a special dinner; a Medieval Banquet in the 15th century Bunratty Castle featuring harp and violin musicians in period attire.

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Day 3: Killarney Depart for Killarney via Tipperary and Cork and visit The Rock of Cashel, the seat of kings and medieval bishops for 900 years until the early 17th century. Visit the Old Midleton Distillery for an Irish whiskey tasting and continue to Blarney Castle and a quick peck at the Blarney Stone. Travel the beautiful valley of the River Lee to the old market town of Macroom, site of Macroom Castle which was once home of Sir William Penn, whose son later founded the state of Pennsylvania. Spend two nights at the Lake Hotel Killarney, owned and operated by the Huggard family for over 100 years. B, D Day 4: Ring of Kerry Enjoy a visit to a mountain sheep farm for a sheep dog demonstration and tour the famous Ring of Kerry via Killorglin, Glenbeigh, Waterville, Coomakesta Pass with it magnificent views over Derrynane, the home of Daniel O’ Connell who was known as “The Liberator”, and to Caherdaniel to savor lunch and a pint in the The Blind Piper Pub. Continue on to Castlecove and return to Killarney along the Lakes of Killarney. B, L, D

Lough Eske Castle, your home for 2 nights

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher Depart for Connemara via the Atlantic coast of Clare and visit the dramatic 650ft Cliffs of Moher. Marvel at The Burren (Gaelic for rocky land) and enjoy free time in Galway City, known as the “City of the Tribes”. Spend two nights in Abbeyglen Castle, featuring views of the Twelve Bens Mountains and just a short walk to the bustling village of Clifden. B, D

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Day 7: Kylemore Abbey Tour the spectacular Inagh valley as you travel to Leenane. Visit picturesque Kylemore Abbey, nestled at the base of Duchruach Mountain, in the heart of the Connemara Mountains, it is regarded as one of Ireland’s most romantic buildings. Explore Connemara National Park and take an optional hike up Diamond Hill for spectacular views of Connemara’s hills, bays and inlets. Return to Clifden and perhaps enjoy a pint in Griffins Bar on Main Street. B, D Day 8: Donegal Travel up the Famine Relief Road to the beautiful town of Westport to see Ireland’s holy mountain, Croagh Patrick (weather/Fog permitting) and continue to Mayo and Sligo before arriving in Donegal for twonight stay at 5-star Lough Eske Castle. Surrounded

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Let Freedom Ring!

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

tacular fireworks display lights up the night sky. Noth- June 30-July 7, 2017 ing beats seeing the fireworks against the DC skyline Per person rates of monuments and memorials! B, D

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 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: DC Good Morning Philly! After breakfast, head to the exciting new 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 in the DC area. B, D

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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 The home of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello that reveal Jefferson’s sharp mind. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel. The hotel, which originally opened in 1924, is considered an excellent example of a Colonial Revivalist style with modern amenities. B, D The Museum of the American Revolution will open its doors to the public on Day 7: George Washington National Forest After some time to relax and explore the quaint com- April 19, 2017! Thanks to munity of Staunton, VA, continue our travels west, supporters from all fifty passing through the George Washington National For- states, they will bring the est, to arrive in Lexington, KY for our overnight stay. dramatic story America’s War for Independence B, D home to Philadelphia, the headquarters of the Day 8: Woodford Enroute home, stop at Woodford Reserve Distillery Revolution. And Sunrise for a guided factory tour and tasting. Then, full of pa- Tours will visit this significant museum on Day 3 of triotic memories, arrive home this evening. B the tour!

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 Mid Ohio the National Mall Smith1 sonian museums and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival which is an exposition of cultural heritage held on the Mall featuring musicians, storytellers and craftspeople. Watch Woodford Distillery the “Rockets Red Glare” 1 (in our private Sunrise Lexington Tours chairs) as the spec-

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Day 1: Mid-Ohio Our journey to Lake Ontario begins with a drive north to mid-Ohio for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Toronto Cross the Canadian border and arrive in trendy Toronto for a 2-night stay in the heart of downtown. This evening is a treat as we enjoy dinner and a Broadway show (TBD) in one of the largest theatre districts in the English speaking world. B, D Day 3: Toronto Experience the hustle and bustle of Canada’s largest city with our local guide. Visit St. Lawrence Market, Bloor Street, the University of Toronto campus, historic riverfront and more. Cruise through the tranquil waters of Toronto’s naturally protected harbor aboard the Oriole during a narrated scenic cruise. Experience the best views of Toronto’s iconic and ever-changing city skyline while enjoying the relaxing harbor breeze.

Explore downtown Toronto during your evening of leisure. B, L Day 4: Thousand Islands Travel east along the Lake Ontario shoreline for a stop in Kingston, the oldest city in Ontario and gateway to the world-famous Thousand Islands. Tour the home of Canada’s first Prime Minister, Bellevue House, beautifully restored to its original 1840s style. Explore Ontario’s oldest market, Kingston Public Market, before arriving in Alexandria Bay, NY, located in the heart of the Thousand Islands. Enjoy a 2-night stay at the Riveredge Resort with breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River from your personal balcony. B, D Day 5: Thousand Islands Grab your camera and sunglasses as we board our triple-deck vessel for a cruise of both the Canadian and American sections of the Thousand Islands. Journey through narrow island passages, surrounded by the natural beauty of the islands, and marvel at the majesty, diversity and originality of the island homes, while enjoying a lovely lunch on board. Spend the afternoon exploring Boldt Castle, a 129 room replica of a Rhineland castle, built at the turn of the 19th century by entrepreneur George C. Boldt for his wife as a ‘summer home’. B, L Boldt Castle

Day 6: Sackets Harbor to Niagara Falls Join our local guide for a driving tour of the historic, coastal town of Sackets Harbor. Visit battlefield sites from one of the most crucial battles in the War of 1812 and experience the city’s diverse architecture back dropped by sweeping vistas of Lake Ontario. Follow the Seaway Trail for a stop at the picturesque Sodus Bay Lighthouse, a pillar in the Lake’s most scenic harbor since 1824. Arrive in Niagara Falls for dinner and a 2-night stay at the Sheraton at the Falls Hotel. B, D

July 8-15, 2017 Per person rates* double $2135 triple/quad $1919 single $2689 * Includes return flight to STL

Day 7: Exploring Niagara First night Falls Last night Boldt Step back in time during a Overnight Castle Bellevue House tour of Old Fort Niagara, Highlight 2 which played a vital role durAlexandria Tour route Bay ing the colonial wars by proFlight route Toronto 2 tecting access to the Great Lakes region. Visit original 2 Niagara Falls 18th century buildings, enjoy Maid of the Mist incredible views of Niagara boat tour Buffalo River and take part in exciting living history programs.

NJ Experience the majestic and PA humbling power of the great 1 Mid Ohio Niagara Falls when we board the Maid of the Mist boat for a ride to the base of the falls. Take a thrilling walk into the stormy mist zone of the Falls during an optional Cave of the Winds tour (additional expense). End the Combine this tour with evening with an elegant meal at the Top of the Falls Canadian Whale Route Restaurant. B, D

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Yellowstone National Park & more!

Day 1: Sioux City, IA Travel across Missouri and along the river into Iowa for an overnight stay in Sioux City. D

Bring your cameras and be prepared to enjoy the best of Yellowstone today with our own guide. Old Faithful! Geysers! Paint Pots! All in all, a day of geological wonders and plenty of wildlife. Enjoy dinner in the Old Faithful Inn this evening and time to explore the area afterwards. The Old Faithful Inn is one of the few remaining log hotels in the United States. Highlights include the 65-foot ceiling in the lobby and the rhyolite fireplace. B, D

Day 2: Rapid City, SD Explore the Badlands of South Dakota today and enjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug Store. Get comfortable for a 2-night stay in Rapid City at the newly renovated Rushmore Plaza Hol- Grand Tetons iday Inn. 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 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. Next, 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, located in the heart of Jackson, WY. B, L

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Day 2: Garden of the Overnight Highlight Great Spirit Tour route Notre Dame Visit 1000 islands Basilica Flight route where St. Lawrence 2 Montreal meets Lake OntarBoldt io. Depart AlexanON Castle VT dria Bay, aboard the NH award-winning Uncle 1 MA Sam Boat Tours to Upstate Buffalo New York NY RI enjoy a narrated lunCT cheon cruise of the central part of the 1000 Islands stunning scenic region. Catch a glimpse of vacation retreats for some of the wealthiest people in North America! Visit historic Boldt Castle on Heart Island and then travel to Montreal for a 2-night stay. B, L Day 3: Bonjour Montreal!

Montreal is renowned for its duality of Old World charm infused with North American energy. A local expert will acquaint us with Montreal’s sights including spectacular Notre-Dame Basilica, the colorful port area, the modern bustling underground shopping and Mount Royal for panoramic views of this lovely city. B, D Day 4: Val-Jalbert Depart Montreal for Chambord and enjoy the scenery of the Laurentian Mountains along the rocky Canadian Shield. Did you know these mountains consist of Precambrian rocks over 540 million years old? Explore Val-Jalbert Historical Village, an authentic village that recreates and celebrates the 1920’s. Board the old Trolleybus and learn how the village’s Quiatchouan Falls helped this community have the luxury of electricity 25 years before anyone else in the province! B, D Day 5: Rendezvous with Nature In the gorgeous Charlevoix region, the Saguenay Fjord, carved by Ice Age glaciers, is the only navigable fjord in North America. The best way to view the precipitous cliffs, the statue of Notre Dame du Saguenay and stunning scenery is aboard a cruise boat with Les Croisieres du Fjord. Ah, simply a majestic landscape!

Disembark in picturesque L’Anse-Saint-Jean for lunch before traveling the countryside to the charming village of La Malbaie for a 2-night stay at the 4-star Fairmont Manoir Richelieu copper roofed castle, turned luxury hotel. Relax this evening and connect with the

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Day 6: Whale Watching Cruise Parked at the foot of a dramatic fjord sits Tadoussac, a 416 year old historic town situated where warm fresh waters of the Saguenay mix with the frigid, salt waters of the St. Lawrence River and attract krill, which attracts whales! Board a “croissiers” (cruise) boat for a narrated whale watching cruise. Enjoy a meal at 1870 Hotel Tadoussac, a landmark resort on a beautiful bay and explore the island including the Tadoussac Chapel, built in 1747 is the oldest wooden church in Canada. B, L

July 16-24, 2017

Per person rates* double $2898 triple/quad $2617 single $3634

* Includes roundtrip airfare from STL.

Featuring two-night stays in Montreal, Charlevoix and Quebec City!

Day 7: Charlevoix to Quebec City Tour the factory of Laiterie Charlevoix and learn how the terrain and culture of Baie-St-Paul cultivates a sustainable cheese enterprise. Arrive Rue Saint-JeanBaptiste “main street” to stroll, shop or enjoy eats.

Enroute to Quebec City, visit the family owned Copper Art Museum and learn how copper ore is transformed into beautiful art. A special treat is planned for a traditional sugar shack dinner meal with live entertainment and poured “taffy on snow” for dessert! Unpack for a 2-night stay in Quebec City. B, D Day 8: Quebec City Freestyle Day This morning, a local expert joins our coach for an informative tour of the most European of North American cit- Fairmont Manoir Richelieu, 2 night stay ies, Quebec City.

See the massive stone architecture and the heavily Combine this tour with fortified walls and charm of Old Quebec City. The rest of the day is yours to explore this remarkable UNESCO Shores of Lake Ontario World Heritage treasure. Perhaps you will shop in the on page 33 or Bar Harcobblestone streets of Old Town, ride the Funiculaire, bor on page 38 and visit historical sites of interest or simply relax while din- take $400 off the coming in a café. B bined per person rate!

Day 9: Au Revoir!

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Resorts of Lake Michigan Day 1: South Haven, MI Our journey to Lake Michigan starts with an overnight stay in South Haven, MI. D Day 2: Saugatuck, MI 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 the charming town of Charlevoix, nestled between the sandy shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix. Unpack for a 2-night stay at the quaint, AAA diamond rated Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites. B, D Day 3: Charlevoix, MI Join our local guide for a tour of “Charlevoix the Beautiful!” Visit the renowned Earl Young “Mushroom Houses,” cross the famous drawbridge and more. Enjoy lunch surrounded by soaring stone towers and romantic courtyards at Castle Farms, built in 1918 as a working dairy farm by Albert Loeb, President of Sears, Roebuck and Co. Head to the family-owned Friske Orchards, a staple in northern Michigan since 1962. Take a wagon tour of the orchards and a chance to pick your own cherries before an evening at leisure to explore downtown Charlevoix. B, L Day 4: Traverse City, MI Head south to Traverse City, home to miles of sugarsand beaches and sapphire-blue water. Board the Tall Ship Manitou, a replica of an 1800’s coasting cargo schooner, for a relaxing sail on Lake Michigan guided by waves and wind from the ship’s 3000 square feet of sail. Arrive in Frankfort for an overnight stay at the beautiful lakefront Harbor Lights Resort. Enjoy free time at the resort’s private beach and a delicious dinner at the historic Hotel Frankfort. B, D Day 5: Sleeping Bear Dunes Take a picturesque journey along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, home to the largest freshwater sand dunes in the world and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan’s clear waters. Visit the Cherry Republic, the world’s largest exclusive retailer of cherry food creations, to sample some of their creations, including their cherry wine. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Ludington, MI. B, D Castle Farms

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Day 6: Lake Michigan Board the S.S. Badger Ferry for an authentic steam- Per person rates ship experience as we take the 4-hour journey across double $1699 Lake Michigan complete with a full hot breakfast buffet triple/quad $1492 on board. The historic American Club Resort in Kohler, single $2224 WI was built in 1918 to house the Kohler Company’s immigrant workers. Enjoy lunch at the resort before touring the Kohler Design Center and the historic Kohler Village, one of the oldest planned garden communities Castle First night in America. Check 2 Farms into the luxurious Last night Charlevoix Blue Harbor ReOvernight sort and Spa on 1 Frankfort Highlight the shores of Lake Michigan, featurTour route 1 Ludington ing breathtaking Sheboygan 1 views from your Ferry waterfront room.

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Pacific Northwest & Canadian Rockies Day 1: Arrive in Seattle, Washington Fly into Seattle for dinner and overnight stay. D

cellent opportunities to view beaver, elk, and osprey July 22-Aug. 1 2017 complete with up close views of Three Sisters MounPer person rates* tain and some of the tallest peaks in the Rockies Front range. Arrive for a 2-night stay at the Banff Caribou double $3579 triple/quad $3213 Lodge & Spa. B, D

Day 2: Boeing Tour & Vancouver, BC Enjoy a guided tour of the world’s largest building by volume, the Boeing Factory. Cross the border into Canada and join our local guide for a tour of the bustling British Columbia seaport city of Vancouver.

Check in for a 2-night stay at the four-diamond River Rock Casino Resort, overlooking the Fraser River. B, D

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Day 6: Athabasca Glacier Join our local guide for a scenic journey north on the Icefield Parkway into Jasper National Park. Experience the azure blue waters of the glacier-fed Peyto Lake and explore the most photographed spot in the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience during a “snow coach” trek onto the surface of Athabasca Glacier, part of the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies. B, D

Day 3: Vancouver Island, BC Ferry over to Vancouver Island and experience an explosion of color at the world-famous Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of stunning and meticulously kept gardens. Enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful rose garden before an afternoon of leisure to explore British Columbia’s capital city, Victoria, with an ocean or mountain vista around every corner. B, L

Day 7: Kootenay National Park, BC Travel through Kootenay National Park, filled with icy mountain rivers and steamy hot springs, to Radium Hot Springs, BC for a European luncheon at Helna’s Stube Restaurant. Cross back into the United States and unpack for a 2-night stay in Whitefish, Montana.

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Day 4: Revelstoke, BC Journey along the scenic Trans-Canada Highway to the inland mountains of British Columbia for an overnight stay nestled between the crystal clear waters of Three Valley Lake and sheer cliffs of the Monashee Mountains in Revelstoke. Step back in time to the pioneer days of a typical 1800’s British Columbia western town during a guided tour and BBQ Dinner. B, D

Day 8: Glacier National Park Board the narrated “red bus jammers” for a journey along the Going-to-the-Sun-Road, the only road that crosses Glacier National Park. Enjoy the fresh air and views of Glacier’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes. After lunch in the park, enjoy an afternoon of leisure to experience Whitefish’s laid-back western vibe. B, L

Day 5: Bow River Float Trip and Banff, Alberta Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier and Yoho National Parks into Banff National Park, Canada’s oldest national park. Enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Mountains while floating on the Bow River with experienced river guides. This leisurely float offers exFirst night

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Day 9: Cascade Mountains, Washington Travel through Coeur D’Alene National Forest and the fertile farmlands of Wenatchee Valley to Leavenworth, WA nestled in the heart of the Cascade Mountains. Enjoy dinner with German entertainment and an overnight stay at the charming Bavarian Lodge. Herzlich Willkommen! B, D

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Day 10: Leavenworth and Cashmere, Washington Learn about the cycle-of-life for wild salmon during a guided tour of the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery before a visit to the historic Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village. After scenic drive through the Cascades, enjoy a final overnight stay near Seattle. B, D Day 11: Return flight Fly home from Seattle. B

* Includes roundtrip airfare from STL

The Rocky Mountains roll on for a thousand miles with snowcapped peaks, thick forests and clear glacial lakes. Banff was the first of the Canadian Rockies’ National Parks established in 1885. Join us as we explore this incredibly majestic region.

Combine this tour with Yellowstone & more on page 34 or Washington Waterways on page 39 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

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…thanks for making the tour of the Northwest and Canada such a success. The meals and hotels were wonderful. We enjoyed all the beautiful scenery and…look forward to another trip in the near future.

- B. and T. Ringer

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Bar Harbor & the Canadian Maritime Provinces

Day 1: Fly to Boston area Board a flight for Boston and travel north to Bangor, ME for a two night stay. D

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Day 5: Baddeck Saint After a leisurely Caribou John Ferry breakfast, take 1 time to explore Halifax 2 Bangor Bay of Fundy 2 Augusta more of historic Cruise 1 Peggy’s Day 2: Bar Harbor downtown Halifax Cove Acadia NS Depart this morning on your own. ConNational Park for picturesque Bar tinue our journey First night Highlight Last night Harbor, Maine. Noto Baddeck. Spend Tour route Overnight where along the Atthe next 2-nights Boston Fly in/out of Boston lantic seaboard is the at the Silver Dart “stern and rockbound Lodge, a huge hit coast” more picturfrom our 2016 tour, esque than Acadia National Park! A scenic carriage and experience the warm Cape Breton hospitality. B, D ride through the park enhances our visit to this enchanting area. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the Jordan Day 6: Cabot Trail Pond House. B, D Spend the day on one of Canada’s most famous scenic drives – The Cabot Trail. Stop to visit the “hookers” Day 3: Bay of Fundy Ferry making rugs, and take many photos from viewpoints With passports in hand we are off to St. John, NB to high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L board a ferry for a cruise across the Bay of Fundy, one of Canada’s Natural Wonders. Enroute, you may spot a Day 7: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island whale playing in the high tides before arriving in coast- Visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum before traval Digby, Nova Scotia. From there travel across scenic eling by ferry to Prince Edward Island for a two-night Nova Scotia before arriving in Halifax for a two night stay in Charlottetown. B, D stay at the Courtyard by Marriott. B, D Day 8: Prince Edward Island Day 4: Peggy’s Cove and Hailfax Explore this intriguing island and visit an Anne of Today is full of history and fun, so, bring your cameras Green Gables site, see some of the famous coastline and sunglasses! This morning, make the journey to pic- and travel through the quaint villages. Enjoy Charlotteturesque Peggy’s Cove to visit the rustic charm of this town waterfront before dinner and a performance at famous fishing village and lighthouse. A local guide the Confederation of the Arts Centre (Show TBD). B, D will lead us back to Halifax to explore its legacy and Day 9: St. John, NB Cross the Confederation Bridge into New Brunswick where we see two natural phenomena –the Reversing Falls and the Hopewell Rocks – you have to see them to believe them! This evening dine at the historic Union Club, which was founded in 1884, before checking into the luxurious Chateau Saint John. B, D 2

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July 25-Aug. 4, 2017 Per person rates* double $3129 triple/quad $2856 single $3799 * Includes roundtrip flight from STL

Combine this tour with Canadian Whale on page 35 or combine with Cape Cod on page 40 and take $450 off the combined rate!

Day 10: St. Andrews Today, visit the charming town of St. Andrews before we continue on to central Maine. Enjoy a farewell dinner at the Governor Hill Mansion, a grand Colonial Revival home built with brick from St. Louis! B, D Lobster boats on Prince Edward Island

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Washington’s Waterways & Olympic National Park

Day 1: Pacific Northwest Fly to Seattle, WA, enjoy dinner and get settled in Hotel Murano, Tacoma for a 4-night stay. This full-service boutique hotel is rated as one of the best in the northwest by Conde’ Nast magazine. D Day 2: Emerald City Home to Microsoft, Starbucks, and a burgeoning food culture, Seattle’s hip and vibrant culture promises an engaging day! A local guide will share historical narration and include visits to the colorful waterfront and pioneer square. Visit Pike’s Place Market to watch the fish fly at the nation’s oldest farmer market before ascending into the iconic Space Needle for spectacular views. B, D

Day 3: Mount Rainier National Park Mount Rainier is the highest mountain in the Cascade Range boasting wildflower meadows and waterfalls from its glacier-clad peaks. Board the Mt. Rainier steam train for a scenic ride across the glacial fed Upper Nisqually River in the foothills of Mt. Rainier. With our personal expert, learn of the mountains secrets and stories as we travel up to Paradise to enjoy lunch in the Lodge and sweeping mountain views! Before, trekking down, take time to breathe in the fresh air and explore the Henry M Jackson Visitor Center. Keep your camera ready for the possible bear cub sighting!

B, L Day 4: Chihuly Feeling creative? Tacoma is home to the Museum of Glass and our guided tour of the vibrant gallery includes a unique hands on glass making experience.

Cross the Chihuly Bridge of Glass filled with artist’s glass works and see the inspiration behind their work.

Celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile at LeMay’s America’s Car Museum, opened in 2012, a popular attraction featuring classic antique cars dating from 1903. B,D Day 5: Olympic National Park Explore a place of remarkable beauty and diversity.

The park sprawls across several dramatic ecosystems encompassing glacier-capped mountains, rain forests and a wild coastline. As we travel through the park, see sea stacks on the beach, the rainforest and a glacier carved lake comprising this Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Tour the lush Quinault Rainforest with an interpretive guide and enjoy dinner and an

overnight stay at the park’s pinnacle Lake Crescent Lodge. With accommodations in the park, take time August 3-11, 2017 to enjoy the spectacular scenery. B,D Per person rates*

Day 6: Island Livin’ Get another peek of Olympic National park with a trek up the mountain to the Hurricane Ridge visitor center boasting spectacular views of snow-capped peaks from this famous vista. Arrive Port Townsend with time to leisurely explore main street with charming Victorian homes on one side and the Puget Sound on the other.

Aboard the ferry, cross the Sound to Whidbey Island.

Surrounded by water racing through the narrow passage below, cross the Deception Pass State Bridge to unpack for a 2-night stay at Swinomish Lodge where the natural beauty of the Bay and Channel offer a relaxing stay. B,L

double $2825 triple/quad $2549 single $3529

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This was my first experience with Sunrise Tours and I was very impressed with this trip!

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Day 7: San Juan Islands National Monument Boat Cruise Once a mountain range, now an archipelago, the 100 Chris O. million year old San Juan Islands feature spectacular 2015 Washington’s scenery and wildlife. Board a cruise boat and relax as Waterways an experienced wildlife guide navigates the waters of the San Juan Islands to view Orca Whales while sharing the history of the area. Enjoy lunch San Juan Islands Boat Cruise on board the boat followed by a 2 Swinomish Lodge Friday shore visit to the vibrant seaside Museum of Flight Harbor 1 Seattle Port 1 town of Friday Harbor filled with 4 Tacoma Angeles shops, galleries and the largest Chihuly Olympic Glass whale museum in the Northwest.

National Mt Rainier Mt Rainier Return to the hotel for an evening Park Railroad at leisure to relax or try your hand at lady luck in the casino. B, L First night

Last night Day 8: Future of Flight Overnight Arrive Mukilteo, WA and marvel as millions of parts and pieces are Highlight transformed into a modern aircraft at the Future of Flight-Aviation Center. Our customized docent led tour explores the evolution of flight. Learn the history and operations of 100-year-old Ballard Locks, our Nation’s busiest “locking through” of nearly 50,000 vessels per year. At the visitor center, should be able to catch a glimpse of Sockeye Salmon migrating up the Cedar River Watershed to spawn. Relax at a farewell dinner and overnight stay in Seattle. B,D

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Cape Cod and More!

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Day 5: Martha’s Vineyard Board the ferry for a • A guided tour of historic Boston, including Day 3: Plymouth and Cape Cod famous landmarks of the Freedom Trail, Old ride to the timeless and Visit historic Plymouth for a look enchanting Martha’s North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill at the “rock” and embark on a Vineyard; rich in histoMonument and more! half day whale watching cruise! ry, inspiration, creativiEmbrace Cape Cod for a 3-night • Whale-watching cruise and Plymouth Rock ty, and beauty. Accomstay at the brand new Fairfield • A visit to Martha’s Vineyard panied by a local guide, Inn and Suites Cape Cod and • Time to shop at Boston’s famous Quincy visit the island’s treadine at a local favorite tonight, Market sures - the picturesque Alberto’s Restaurante. B, D • A visit to the Breakers, an opulent “cottage” whaling community of in Newport, RI Edgartown, the lacy Day 4: Cape Cod Victorian gingerbread • A guided tour of Cape Cod Tour Cape Cod with a local guide, cottages of Oak Bluffs, view picturesque windmills, the magnificent stone lighthouses, Cape Cod National Seashore Park and walls surrounding ocean view fields of Chilmark to the more. There will be plenty of time to shop, stroll, and grand cliffs of Aquinnah (Gay Head), the rustic feel of people watch in quaint Provincetown. This evening West Tisbury, and the port town of Vineyard Haven. take in the serene beauty of Cape Cod at dinner. B, D Martha’s Vineyard has something to offer everyone. B, D

triple/quad $1812 single $2583 * Includes airfare from STL to BOS

Combine this tour with Bar Harbor on page 38 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

Favorite chowder: Lobster Pot in Provincetown, Brent

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Always a good time and well planned diversified itinerary.

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- Donna J. 2013 Cape Cod

Day 6: Newport, RI Visit the coastal town of Newport, RI, the onetime summer home of America’s millionaires.

Tour one of these opulent “cottages”, The Breakers, which is a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn of the century America. Enjoy some free time in historic downtown before we begin our journey home. B, D Day 7: Eastern Ohio Travel across Pennsylvania and overnight in eastern Ohio. B, D Cape Cod, MA

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Wonders of Oregon Day 1: Flight into the Northwest Enjoy a welcome dinner and unpack for a 2-night stay in Portland, OR area. D Day 2: Portland The city of Portland has a regular spot on the “top places to live” lists. Discover why as our local guide shows us the city including stops at the famous International Rose Test Gardens. Enjoy a spectacular drive along the scenic byway of the Columbia River Gorge and into the foothills of Mount Hood. Stops include the gorgeous, 620 foot Multnomah Falls for picturesque views and lunch at Timberline Lodge on top of Mount Hood! B,L Day 3: To the Coast Oregon’s pristine, public coastline is made up of diverse terrain that changes from rugged cliffs to evergreen forests to Sahara-like dunes and boundless sandy beaches. See coastal cities such as Cannon Beach and Tillamook with a visit to the Tillamook Cheese Factory. This evening arrive in Newport to check into the oceanfront Elizabeth Street Inn for a 2-night stay.

Each room features a view of the Pacific Ocean, balcony and warm cookies in the evening! B, D Day 4: Newport Board the 65’ Discovery for a marine discovery cruise.

Whales, sea lions, sea birds, seals, lighthouses and an historic bridge will be visible during our naturalist-led cruise. After the cruise, enjoy lunch at the Oregon Coast Aquarium before free time to explore and perhaps even catch a sea lion feeding! Enjoy leisure time to shop and browse the Newport quaint shops or visit Yaquina Head Lighthouse before returning to the Inn. This evening we will enjoy a beachfront bonfire while gazing upon the stars! (weather permitting) B, L

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Day 5: Sand Dunes Travel south on Hwy 101 to Florence, OR, home to some of the world’s largest sand dunes, for a scenic Giant Dune Buggy tour. Continuing down the lighthouse dotted coast, arrive in Bandon, OR for a visit with an amazing organization whose works take ocean pollution and create art. Washed Ashore truly is saving the sea! Dinner and an overnight stay at the Bandon Inn. B, D Day 6: Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River Badgers, bobcats and bears, oh my! Are just a few of the rehabilitated animals you will visit at the Wildlife Images Sanctuary. Board a boat for a guided excursion into Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River amidst remarkable rock shapes carved by the river’s hydraulics. This is the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. Our boat cruise will include a country BBQ dinner at the O.K. Corral. Unpack your bags for 2 nights at the Ashland Hills Hotel in Ashland, OR. B, D Day 7: Ashland Enjoy a relaxing morning in your suite at the hotel which sits on 14 acres in scenic southern Oregon. You may want to shop the Ashland Saturday Market featuring fresh produce, crafts and delicious goodies. Ashland is also home to the Tony Award winning Oregon Sheakespeare Festival. Attend a production (TBD) that will include a prologue or backstage tour for an enhanced experience. B, L Day 8: Crater Lake Lodge Unpack your camera and travel east through the Umpqua National Forest, featuring verdant stands of hemlock and fir trees, to Crater Lake National Park.

Deep, pure, and brilliantly blue in color, Crater Lake is a jaw-dropping scenic Oregon icon and one of the most photographed lakes in the country!

Our evening includes dinner and an overnight stay at the incomparable Crater Lake Lodge.

Be sure to take in a glimpse of the starry sky without all of the city lights! B, D

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August 13-22, 2017 Per person rates* double $2998 triple/quad $2689 single $3799 * Includes roundtrip flight from STL

Oregon has a strikingly scenic coast, volcanic mountains, crystal clear lakes, deserts, world-class diverse dining and folks who are proud of their home!

Join us as we explore wonders of Oregon.

Combine this tour with Washington Waterways on page 39 or Northwest Coast on page 42 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

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Sunrise does it right! Great trip! Lots of beautiful scenery and a great variety of activities. We continue to be amazed at how well the daily schedule is timed and coordinated.

Day 9: Cascade Mountains Sherry M., After breakfast at Crater Lake Lodge, we will 2012 OR Coast & travel scenic byways through the Willamette National Forest and Cascade Mountains to- Crater Lake

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Northwest Coast

Travel south from Portland to San Francisco and discover the magic of this corner of the world where August 22-31, 2017 the coastal terrain is a beautiful combination of sandy beaches, towering rock cliffs and an endless Per person rates* array of marine creatures and remarkable tall trees. double $3189 Day 1: Fly to Portland, Oregon See the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine triple/quad $2823 Fly into Portland and unpack for a 2-night stay. D Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn” before dinner and single $4154 overnight stay in Crescent City, CA. B, D

Day 2: Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge Join our local guide on a Columbia River Gorge tour through Mt. Hood National Forest to the 620 foot waterfall at Multnomah Falls. Enjoy a ranger-guided tour and lunch at the National Historic Landmark Timberline Lodge perched 6,000 feet above sea level. Stop at the Vista House at Crown Point for sweeping views of the Columbia River Gorge. B, L Day 3: Newport, Oregon Head west to the legendary Pacific Coast Highway 101. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Cannon Beach and see “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark.

Take a self-guided tour and sample some of the awardwinning products at Tillamook Cheese Factory. Visit the “Whale Watching Capitol of the Oregon Coast,” Depoe Bay, and watch for the resident pod of grey whales. Enjoy a 2-night stay with private ocean view balconies at the Elizabeth Street Inn. B, D Day 4: Oregon Coast Board the 65’ Discovery for a marine discovery cruise.

Whales, sea lions, sea birds, seals, lighthouses and more will be explored during our naturalist-led cruise.

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.

This evening, enjoy a beachfront bonfire with s’mores.

(Weather permitting) B, L Day 5: Sand Dunes Travel south along the coast past the Heceta Head Lighthouse, the most photographed lighthouse on the Pacific Coast. Stop in Florence, OR to experience an exhilarating Giant Dune Buggy Ride up and over the massive sand dunes that characterize this coastal area. Enjoy an afternoon of beach exploration, dinner and an overnight stay at The Mill Casino Hotel, with waterfront views of Coos Bay. B, D Day 6: Hellgate Canyon Board a boat for a guided excursion of Hellgate Canyon on Rogue River. Travel amidst close-ups of remarkable rock shapes carved by the river’s hydraulics.

Day 7: Magnificent Redwoods Grab your camera and feast your eyes on the magnificent redwoods from the trails below and from an aerial view during a gondola ride at the Trees of Mystery.

Stop at both Redwood National Park and Humboldt State Park to walk among the tallest living things on earth for a truly magical experience. Overnight in Fort Bragg, CA. B, D

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Day 8: Scenic Train Ride Combine this tour with Board the famous Skunk Train, a steam engine in op- Wonders of Oregon on eration for 131 years. Travel as the train did in 1885 page 41 or Mid-Califrom Fort Bragg to Willits chugging along through the fornia on page 44 and beautiful redwoods. Bring your camera as common sightings include blue heron, egrets, osprey, ducks take $450 off the comand the occasional lounging turtle. Did you know the bined per person rate! trains were nicknamed for their original gas engines, which prompted folks to say “you can smell ‘em before you can see ‘em.” In the midst of the Redwood Forest, enjoy a delicious catered BBQ lunch. Cross over the bay on the iconic Golden Gate Portland Bridge and unpack your bags 2 Columbia for a 2-night stay at the EmbasRiver Gorge sy Suites San Francisco Airport 2 Newport - Waterfront. B, L Day 9: San Francisco It’s off to explore the “city by the bay” with our local guide.

We’ll see the architecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many breathtaking views of the bay and the bridges. Enjoy some leisure time and lunch in Sausalito this afternoon before returning to Pier 43 ½ to board a comfortable boat for a narrated Golden Gate Bay Cruise featuring views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. B, L Day 10: Return home Return flight home from San Francisco. B

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Alaska Cruisetour

See Alaska by land and sea on this cruisetour adventure with Holland America. Featuring a 2- night Aug. 24-Sept. 2, 2017 stay in Denali, a scenic ride aboard a domed rail car and a seven night cruise aboard the MS Zeendam, accommodating 1432 passengers creating the feel of a small ship but with large ship amenities. Per person rates* Day 1: Anchorage Fly into Anchorage and transfer for an overnight stay.

Day 7: Haines/Skagway The best of two ports — stay in Haines for an uncrowded experience, or go to Skagway for excursions and shopping. B, L, D

Day 2: Denali National Park Board the luxurious domed rail cars of the McKinley Explorer to Denali for a two night stay at this magnificent national treasure.

Day 3: Denali National Park Today features the unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour. This 6-8 hour fully narrated sightseeing excursion is a deep dive into Denali National Park — the very best chance of seeing both the mountain itself and Denali’s iconic wildlife.

Day 4: Seward Enjoy some of Alaska’s most spectacular scenery via deluxe motorcoach to Seward where you will embark your ship. L, D Day 5: At Sea (Gulf of Alaska) Enjoy a leisurely day of cruising. B, L, D Day 6: Glacier Bay Cruise the ice-studded fjords of this national treasure for a full eight hours as a Park Service Ranger narrates.

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Day 8: Juneau Enjoy a full day of exploring Alaska’s capital — choose from exciting shore excursions and still have time to shop. B, L, D Day 9: Ketchikan Explore this uniquely Alaskan port, famous for its rich native culture, salmon fishing, and scenic Misty Fjords. B, L, D

(based on double occupancy, airfare TBD)

Inside cabin $2633 Outside cabin $2853 Balcony $4173

• Includes cruise fare, port charges, hotel, activities and meals as indicated.

Does not include optional insurance.

Does not include airfare (unavailable until about Nov. 1, 2016) • Deposit of $1200 per stateroom due with reservation • Final payment due May 24, 2017 • Please call for single or triple rates • Sunrise tour manager (minimum number of passengers required)

Day 10: At Sea Relax and enjoy a full day of scenic Inside Passage cruising and immerse yourself in Holland America Line elegance. B, L, D Day 11: Vancouver Disembark the cruise ship this morning in Vancouver and catch return flight home. B McKinley Explorer domed rail car

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Mid-California Day 1: Monterey, CA Fly into San Francisco and head to the Monterey Peninsula, wrapped by the Pacific Ocean on three sides.

Check in for a 2-night stay at the Best Western Plus Victorian Inn. D Day 2: Exploring Monterey Get up close and personal with sea otters, penguins, sharks, jellies and more during a visit to the worldrenowned Monterey Bay Aquarium. Board Monterey Movie Tours’ multimedia luxury motor coach for a scenic tour of Monterey, Pacific Grove, and the stunning 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach, complete with scenes from some of the 200 movies filmed in the area and a stop at the world famous Pebble Beach Golf Club. Enjoy free time to explore the charming shops and boutiques in historic Cannery Row, made famous by local author John Steinbeck. B, D Day 3: Carmel by the Sea Visit Carmel by the Sea and enjoy a docent guided tour of the Carmel Mission, a US National Historic Landmark and the only California Mission that has its original bell tower. Enjoy free time to explore scenic Carmel, an artist colony turned chic coastal community that claims Clint Eastwood as a former mayor. Continue south to Cambria, CA and check into Cambria Pines Lodge, nestled amid 25 acres of world-class gardens and Monterey pine forest, for a two-night stay. B, D Day 4: Hearst Castle Travel back in time to Hearst Castle, the legendary “Enchanted Hill” estate surrounded by 127 acres of gardens, terraces and pools. Take a guided tour of the Castle’s opulent social rooms filled with 25,000 artifacts before exploring the serene gardens and estate grounds. Stop at the San Simeon Elephant Seal Rookery and marvel at some of the 17,000 elephant

seals who call this section of the beach their home. EnAug. 31-Sept. 7, 2017 joy leisure time in the seaside village of Cambria before Per person rates* returning to the Lodge for a delicious dinner. B, D

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Day 5: Morro Bay triple/quad $2260 Continue south along Hwy 1 to the Gibraltar of the Pa- single $3112 cific, Morro Bay, to board the two-story Chablis river- * Includes roundtrip boat for a relaxing cruise on beautiful Morro Bay Har- airfare from STL bor. Highlights of Solvang, settled in 1911 by a Danish group of settlers tired of Midwest winters, include a copy of the famous Little Mermaid statue of Copenhagen San Francisco and Mission Santa Ines, one of the original 21 California Mis- Carmel First night sions. Enjoy beautiful ocean Last night Overnight views as we continue south on 2 Monterey Highlight CA 101 to Santa Barbara, the CA Tour route coastal epicenter of “AmeriHearst ca’s Riviera”, for a two-night Castle 2 Cambria stay. B, L Day 6: Exploring Santa BarSolvang Santa bara 2 Barbara Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara’s Mediterranean climate has beckoned visitors for generations. Enjoy a guided tour of Santa Barbara including the historic Granada Theater, hilltop Mission Santa Barbara, and Stearns Wharf, the hub of Santa Barbara’s waterfront since its construction in 1872. A visit to the area wouldn’t be complete without a wine tasting! Visit Santa Barbara Winery, one of the pioneers in winemaking in this world renowned viticultural area, before some free time to explore the waterfront shops and cafes of Santa Barbara. B, D Day 7: Los Angeles Watch the waves crash just a few feet from your table at Duke’s Malibu as we enjoy an early lunch before exploring the Getty Villa. Dedicated to ancient Greek and Roman exhibitions, the Getty Villa is a world class museum set in the scenic hills above Malibu. Continue to Santa Monica and enjoy a walk on the famous Pier, a landmark on the Pacific for over 100 years, or kick off your shoes and take a stroll in the sand of the wide beaches of the Santa Monica State Beach. Overnight near Los Angeles Airport. B, L Day 8: Return Home Fly home from Los Angeles. B

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birthplace of great American music, 2 Nashville is the curLast 2 nights Nashville rent “Music Capital of the World”. Check Highlight into the legendary Tour route Opryland Hotel and AL relax in your room or explore the 9 acres of lush gardens and indoor pools at this iconic property.

Enjoy dinner at the Hotel and a show (TBD) at the faDay 2: Graceland mous Grand Ole Opry, the heart and soul of country Explore Graceland, Elvis Presley’s 14-acre estate fea- music. B, D turing his home, original business office, trophy building and Meditation Garden where Elvis and members Day 4: Country Music Hall of Fame of his family are laid to rest. Enjoy a local-guided tour Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, an immersive of Memphis with special attention paid to Elvis and the experience of the sights and sounds of this uniquely music that has made Memphis famous. Return to the American form of music. Located in downtown Nashhotel and enjoy free time to relax at the hotel, or visit ville, the Hall underwent a $100 million renovation and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame (additional cost) lo- expansion in 2014, making it an essential stop in any cated just 3 blocks from the hotel and featuring exhib- music fan’s travels. Enjoy a tasty and “historic” culiits chronicling the careers of Jerry Lee Lewis, B.B. King, nary tour of the Belle Meade Plantation, the scenic Al Green and of course, Elvis Presley. Your evening is location of one of the most famous American thorfree to explore bustling Beale Street, the center of oughbred farms of the 19th century. Tour the mansion and participate in cooking Southern food classics for a delicious lunch and wine tasting. Enjoy a local guided tour of Nashville featuring the State Capitol, Vanderbilt University and Music Row, home to hundreds of businesses catering to Nashville’s world renowned music scene. B, L

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California National Parks & Las Vegas!

Day 1: Fly into Sacramento, CA Make our way to the west on a flight to Sacramento, CA. D

nated national parks in our country, with our personal guide. These parks are home to giants: immense mountains, deep canyons and huge trees. Behold the oldest living thing in the world as you view the General Grant Tree, named the Nation’s Christmas Tree by Calvin Coolidge in 1926. Return to the Ranch for an evening of food and fun entertainment. B, L, D

Day 2: Yosemite National Park Experience California’s rich history on a guided tour of the state Capitol of the most populous state in the union. Travel south through central California to Yosemite National Park. Explore Mariposa, CA’s Old Town with its authentic adobe brick buildings and quaint shopping. After lunch in Mariposa, travel to El Portal to unpack your bags for a 2 night stay on the western edge of Yosemite featuring rooms overlooking the scenic Merced River. B, L

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 Furnace Creek Ranch! Take a swim in a spring fed pool and enjoy the stars which blanket the brilliant sky. B, D

Day 3: Yosemite Valley Awake to the impressive scenery and travel into the park to the award winning Majestic Lodge Dining Room in the heart of the Park for a gourmet lunch. Explore the rugged beauty of Yosemite Valley this afternoon aboard an open air tram and discover full views of waterfalls, deep valleys and rock formations! With such spectacular scenery it’s easy to understand why Yosemite is one of the nation’s most photographed parks. B, L

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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 exclusive guide from the Field Institute will share Unique landscape of Death Valley National Park all the interesting features and stories of the Park including the stunning Mesquite Flats, Stovepipe Wells, Zabriski Point and Badwater. This After tours with evening, travel to Las Vegas, NV and The Golden Nugother companies, I get for a 2-night stay. B, D

Day 4: Sugar Pine Train and Wonder Valley Ranch 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 to Wonder Valley Ranch, nestled in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills, for a 2-night stay. Tonight, mosey on over for some delicious ranch “grub”, enjoy a campfire with cowboy entertainment. B, L, D

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Day 8: Spirited Las Vegas After a gourmet breakfast buffet, you have the option to spend the day in Las Vegas on your own or join us to see the spirited side of Las Vegas. An optional tour to the Valley of Fire State Park is planned. For those who choose to tag along, enjoy the beautiful vistas, unique stone formations, ancient trees and 3,000-year-old petroglyphs. Continue our excursion with a visit to Hoover Dam (additional expense). Return to Las Vegas for dinner. B, D Day 9: Return flight home B

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Yellowstone, Badlands & Jackson

Day 1: Sioux City, IA Travel across Missouri and along the river into Iowa for an overnight stay in Sioux City. D

Day 2: Rapid City, SD Explore the impressive Badlands of South Dakota today and enjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug Store.

Get comfortable for a 2-night stay in your suite at Rapid City at the western themed Comfort Suites. 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 Depart Rapid City this morning and begin our trek to Cody, WY. Along the route, we will 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 located in Cody with all rooms attractively appointed with a cowboy/ western flair. This is the real thing...real log cabins with open beam ceilings. Cody is 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 Park. Unpack your bags for a 2-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 today with our own guide. Old Faithful! Geysers! Paint Pots! All in all, a day of geological wonders and plenty of wildlife. Enjoy dinner in the Old Faithful Inn this evening and time to explore the area afterwards. The Old Faithful Inn is one of the few remaining log hotels in the United States. Highlights include the 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.

This evening, get ready to laugh and cry at the Broadway style production (show TBD) at the Jackson Hole Playhouse. Unpack for a 2-night stay in Jackson. B, L Day 8: Jackson, WY Tour the National Museum of Wildlife Art boasting award-winning architecture and overlooking the National Elk Refuge. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore Jackson Hole at leisure and experience how this true western town keeps its Wild West spirit alive. B

Join us on an all motorcoach western tour featuring 2 nights in Yellowstone National Park, 2 nights in acehigh Jackson, WY, 2 nights in Rapid City and time to explore Cheyenne WY where it is not strange to see a horse in town!

Day 10: Union Pacific Rail Line The East meets West on the Rail Line in North Platte, NE. Our visit to the Golden Spike Tower starts with a BBQ lunch then a guided tour of the Canteen and Tower whose bird’s eye view over the world’s largest railroad yard is impressive. More than 150 trains and 10,000 rail cars a day enter Bailey Yard. By the end, you will know why they call it “Golden Spike Tower”!

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Legendary Blue Danube River Cruise

Day 1: Depart the USA Overnight flight to Prague, Czech Republic. D, B in flight Day 2: Prague, Czech Republic Free day in Prague, “the city of a hundred spires”, and a welcome dinner. D

Day 9: Bratislava, Slovakia Enjoy a panoramic city tour of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia and the former capital of Hungary, on the exclusively chartered Bratislava City Train for a unique touring experience. This evening, enjoy a Call for brochure musical performance onboard by local artists. B, L, D

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Day 3: City Tour of Prague Guided tour of Prague, including Old Town Square, the famous Astronomical Clock, the 9thcentury Prague, Wenceslas Square and the Charles Bridge. B

Day 4: Nuremberg, Germany Depart Prague by motorcoach for a city tour of Nuremberg and board the MV Emerald Sun, a 180-passenger capacity deluxe river cruise vessel built in 2015 and your home for the next seven nights. B, D Day 5: Regensburg Arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities, for a guided tour through the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to Passau aboard the MV Emerald Sun. B, L, D Day 6: Passau, Germany and Salzburg, Austria Arrive in Passau, one of Germany’s oldest cities, situated at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers, for a guided walking tour through this beautiful and fascinating fairytale town that has a history dating back more than 2,000 years. This afternoon enjoy an optional excursion to Mozart’s birthplace, Salzburg, Austria. B, L, D Day 7: Melk and Dürnstein, Austria Join an optional excursion in Melk to visit the glorious and magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which boasts a breathtakingly opulent Baroque interior. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Wachau Valley as we cruise along the Danube River before arriving in Dürnstein— ”The Pearl of the Wachau” for a stroll through this pretty, medieval town. B, L, D Day 8: Vienna, Austria Enjoy a guided tour of Vienna, including the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse and Shönbrunn Palace. This evening, join an optional excursion for a musical concert in one of the famous music venues of the city. B, L, D

Day 10: Budapest, Hungary Enjoy a city tour of Budapest, which straddles both banks of the Danube linked by seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. Enjoy a photo stop at Gellert Hill, see historic Buda Castle, 500-year-old Matthias Church, Heroes Square, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion and the marvelous Royal Palace. B, L, D Day 11: Budapest After disembarking the ship, enjoy a tour featuring the Parliament Building* and Opera House*. The tour concludes at the hotel with the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. B Day 12: Budapest / USA Bid a fond farewell to Europe and return home with memories of life enriching experiences from our cruise along the Danube River. B * If inside visits of the Parliament or Opera House are not available, a visit to the House of Terror historical museum will be provided.

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Riviera Deck (window): double $4984 single $6133 Vista Deck (indoor balcony): double $5284 single $6673 Horizon Deck (indoor balcony): double $5484 single $6993 Grand Balcony Suites (walk-out balcony): double $5684 Owners Suite (walk-out balcony): double $6084 * Pricing includes air if booked before 5/4/17. After that date, please call for pricing. Optional travel protection available for $429 per person.

Featuring custom Sunrise Tours Budapest extension.

All staterooms offer river views and have a private bathroom and shower, hair dryer, radio, flatscreen TV, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, safe and telephone.

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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: Bryce Canyon National Park Discover the impressive but often missed Cedar Breaks National Monument, resting on top of the Colorado plateau and looking down into a half-mile deep geological amphitheater. Enjoy lunch at Bryce Canyon’s Lodge restaurant, rated one of the area’s best dining experiences, before exploring the park’s famous multicolored Hoodoos, a unique geological formation. B, L Day 3: Capitol Reef and Moab Visit Capitol Reef National Park, a hidden treasure known for the Waterpocket Fold, a 65 million yearold wrinkle in the Earth’s crust. After a picnic lunch amongst the park’s colorful canyons, domes and monoliths and dessert at the Gifford House Store and Museum, head to the small resort town of Moab, UT for our two-night stay. Tonight’s treat, a hearty barbeque dinner followed by an exhilarating jet boat ride with Canyonlands by Night. B, L, D Day 4: Canyonlands National Park Explore the wilderness of countless canyons and buttes carved by the Colorado River with a guided tour of Canyonlands National Park. Visit one of the most photographed scenic sights, Dead Horse Point State Park, located 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River. After a riverside picnic lunch, discover the world’s largest concentration of natural stone arches at Arches National Monument. Explore Moab’s quaint western charm during your evening of leisure. B, L Day 5: From Monument Valley to Lake Powell Head to Monument Valley and learn about the Native American heritage of this area as we explore the back First night Last night Overnight

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roads of the eighth wonder of the world. A Navajo guide will lead us through the most enduring and definitive images of the American West. Cross into Arizona for a cruise on beautiful Lake Powell, through the twisted, narrow slot canyons of Antelope Canyon.

Enjoy dinner overlooking the lake and an overnight stay at Lake Powell Resort, located in the heart of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. B, D Day 6: Grand Canyon – North Rim Take a guided tour of the country’s second largest concrete arch dam, Glen Canyon Dam, which holds back an amazing 26,215,000 acre-feet of water from the Colorado River.

Head for the The hoodoos at Bryce Canyon north rim of the Grand Canyon, less visited than the south rim, but truly as beautiful. After dinner in the Lodge and a spectacular sunset over the Grand Canyon, enjoy an overnight stay in the rustically-comfortable Frontier Cabins, just footsteps from the Canyon’s rim. B, D Day 7: North Rim Explored Wake up to the still of the Park and a leisurely breakfast buffet in the main lodge before exploring the park at leisure. Join our local guide for a narrated tour of Grand Canyon National Park and see incredible views from the highest point on the canyon rim, Point Imperial, before heading to Kanab, UT for an overnight stay. B, D

Day 8: Zion National Park Moab Follow the lush Virgin River into Zion National Park where you will be surrounded by massive Canyonlands canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified National Park Cedar City sand dunes during our narrated open-air tram ride.

Bryce Canyon 2 National Park Grab lunch on your own at the Zion Lodge before Zion Monument heading back to Las Vegas to check into the four National Park Valley star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D 1 1 Kanab Lake Powell Resort Day 9: Fly Home Grand Canyon Las Vegas Reflect on the incomparable natural beauty we Lodge 1 1 have explored as we fly home. B Capitol Reef National Park

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This is my 11th year of traveling with Sunrise and I have had no negative experiences. This one was at the top, even better than I expected.

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Colorado Trains amid Fall Color

Day 1: Hays, KS All aboard! Our journey west begins with an overnight in Hays, KS. D

Day 2: Colorado Springs, CO Get your first glimpse of the Rocky Mountains as we arrive in Colorado Springs. Take a guided tour of the iconic U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, known for its seventeen spires and stained glass windows. Enjoy a cowboy-style dinner before our two-night stay at the Drury Inn. B, D Day 3: Pike’s Peak It is no wonder the song “America the Beautiful” was inspired by the views from Pikes Peak. See for yourself when we board the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, which has been taking thousands of people to the 14,115 ft summit since 1891. After lunch at the foot of Pikes Peak in historic Manitou Springs, take a guided tour of the Garden of the Gods, one of the most photographed natural wonders in the U.S. B, L, Hot Apps Day 4: Canon City, CO Travel to Canon City and board the Royal Gorge Train for a 24-mile journey into the canyon adorned with brilliant gold fall foliage. Visit Great Sand Dunes National Monument, where the wind-swept dunes rise 750 feet high against the beautiful backdrop of the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountain. Overnight in Alamosa, CO. B, D Day 5: 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 along narrow shelves above yawning gorges as we ride from Antonito to Chama, NM. Arrive in Durango for a two-night stay. B, L

Day 6: Mesa Verde National Park Sept. 19-28 2017 Join a local guide for a fantastic adventure exploring Mesa Verde National Park. This UNESCO World Heri- Per person rates tage Site is home to over 4,000 known archeologi- double $2199 cal sites and cliff dwellings. Return to Durango with triple/quad $1966 some free time to explore the charming downtown single $2782 area before dinner in the Historic Hotel of the Rockies – Strater Hotel, built in 1887 and adorned with a large Come with us to excollection of antiques. B, D. plore Colorado’s majes-

tic mountains, natural beauty and friendly folk during fall color. Take the world’s highest cog railroad to the summit of Pikes Peak, a scenic train ride through the Royal Gorge, and the vintage steam train Durango & Silverton on this great adventure. Gaze at the aweinspiring scenery while Day 8: Colorado National Monument Experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the traveling between histwists and turns of Rim Rock Drive during a visit to toric and lively, colorful Colorado National Monument – keep an eye out for Colorado cities!

Day 7: Durango-Silverton Railroad Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear aboard the Durango-Silverton narrow-gauge train and enjoy views of Colorado’s colorful mountain splendor inaccessible by highway. 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 lunch in the little mountain town of Ouray, known as “Switzerland of the Rockies.” Stop for an eagle’s eye view of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park before an overnight stay in Grand Junction. B, L

bighorn sheep and soaring eagles! Travel east through the rugged 12.5 mile scenic Glenwood Canyon, with walls climbing as high as 1,300 feet above the Colorado River. Overnight in Denver. B, D Day 9: Mid-Kansas We say adieu to the mountains and elevations to travel east into Kansas, B, D Day 10: Return Home Arrive home with treasured memories of our adventure in majestic Colorado. B

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Day 1: Joplin, MO Our journey along the “Main Street of America” begins with a stop at the first of many roadside attractions, the world’s largest rocking chair in Cuba, MO. After a visit to the 163-foot wide waterfall at Grand Falls, arrive in Joplin for a guided tour of the town’s history, including Bonnie & Clyde’s hideout apartment, and an overnight stay. D Day 2: Oklahoma City, OK Continue into Oklahoma for a day filled with more classic Route 66 roadside attractions. Stop in Chelsea to marvel at the World’ Largest Concrete Totem Pole.

Learn about the life of humorist Will Rogers during a visit to his memorial museum in Claremore. Take photos of the iconic Blue Whale in Catoosa and the Old Round Barn in Arcadia before arriving in Oklahoma City for dinner and overnight stay. B, D Day 3: Amarillo, TX Visit the National Route 66 Museum for an interactive journey through the eight states of Route 66. Stop in Shamrock, TX to visit the U-Drop-Inn Café before learning about the history of barb wire at the Devil’s Rope Museum in McLean. Join a local guide for a tour of Amarillo, including a stop of Cadillac Ranch.

Where else will you see 10 Cadillacs buried nose down and covered in spray paint except on Route 66! Enjoy an overnight stay and cowboy steak dinner at the Big Texan Motel. B, D Day 4: Gallup, NM You’ve reached the halfway point of Route 66! Stop in Adrian, TX for a photo at the iconic mid-point sign before continuing along the Mother Road to Albuquer-

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que, NM. Enjoy a classic 50s-stye blue plate special lunch at the 66 Diner, complete with their famous milkshake. Explore the history of racing during a guided tour at the Unser Racing Museum. Unpack for a 2-night stay at the historic El Rancho Hotel, which served as home base to movie stars who came to the desert for their films. B, L Day 5: Petrified Forest National Park Spend the day exploring the Petrified Forest National Park, known for its fallen tree fossils dating back to 225 million years ago. The park represents 13,000 years of human history ranging from prehistoric peoples to Route 66 motorists. After a stop at the Painted Desert Visitor Center and lunch on-your-own at the Painted Desert Diner, head out for a scenic drive through the park’s 28 miles, enjoying breathtaking views of the park’s Painted Desert vistas and colorful badlands. B, D

er-style lunch at Cruiser’s Route 66 Café. Did you know that hidden within the Grand Canyon are an estimated 1,000 caves? Take the Grand Canyon Caverns exploration elevator 21 stories underground to explore the largest dry caverns in the United States during an optional guided walking tour (additional cost). Visit the inspiration for the Pixar movie Cars, Peach Springs, before an overnight stay at the Route 66-themed Ramada Kingman in Kingman, AZ. B, L Day 7: Las Vegas

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Route 66 was America’s iconic motorway of the 20th century and it still evokes memories of a slower, more relaxing journey. Feel like you’re traveling back in time as we see the well-preserved motels, Day 6: Kingman, AZ Our tour continues west to Arizona, home to the lon- diners, gas stations and gest original stretch of Route 66. Make a photo stop at roadside attractions of the classic Jack Rabbit Trading Post before another din- a simpler era.

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Explore Arizona’s Route 66 Museum, located on Andy Divine Road in historic Powerhouse before it’s full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas. Visit the Hoover Dam en route before enjoying time on your own to explore the Strip. Take a group photo at the iconic Welcome to Vegas sign before arriving for dinner and overnight stay at the four-star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D Day 8: Fly home Bid farewell to Route 66 as we fly home from Las Vegas. B

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Wild West Buffalo Roundup

Each fall the Great Buffalo Roundup allows for sorting, vaccination and branding of these Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2017 prehistoric beasts. See this special event and more during a 4-night stay in Rapid City, SD. Day 1: Denver, CO Let the journey begin with a flight into Denver and an overnight stay just north of the city. D

dance, play the flute and share Sioux Indian culture stories. Return to your hotel. B, D

Day 2: Rapid City, SD In Hot Springs, SD, visit the impressive Mammoth Site museum and paleontological site that contains the remains preserved by entrapment in a karst sinkhole during the Pleis- Mount Rushmore tocene era. Travel through Wind Cave National Park to enjoy an old west supper at Blue Bell Lodge before getting comfortable for a 4-night stay in your suite room at the Comfort Suites Hotel in Rapid City, SD. B, D Day 3: “Paha Sapa” (the Black Hills) Start the day with a factory tour of Black Hills Gold manufacturing site. A local expert will guide us to visit Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument and the Black Hills. Don’t forget your camera! The shrine of democracy standing for the hope of our nation and a ride to the base of Crazy Horse for an up-close view will promise great photos. This evening is quite a special experience visiting The Cyclorama History Mural Gallery for a private dinner followed by “Sequoia” who will

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Day 5: Western Frontier Indulge in the rich mining heritage with a guided tour of the Black Hills Mining Museum in Lead, SD. Gold mining is the #1 industry, perhaps you will want to try gold panning! With our personal guide, experience the Wild West history of Deadwood, SD and visit Mount Moriah Cemetery where the graves of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane are located.

There will be free time to explore Deadwood before dinner at the Deadwood Social Club, located in historic Saloon #10. B, D

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Day 4: Giddy-up!

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A bright and early morning in Custer State Park for the 52nd annual Great Buffalo Roundup. Feel the thunderous rumble as cowboys and cowgirls saddle up to drive the Park’s some 1,200 buffalo herd into the Corrals to maintain a strong and healthy herd.

Enjoy lunch in Keystone, SD before boarding the 1880 Train for a journey through the Black Hills National Forest on a vintage like train that helped develop the West. Return to Rapid City with optional time to view the City of Presidents life-size bronze statues of our nation’s leaders. B, L

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Per person rates double $1392 triple/quad $1262 single $1705 * Includes airfare from STL

Did you know?

Custer State Park is South Dakota’s first and largest park famous for its photogenic herd of wild bison. But just as impressive is the scenery! It’s everything you think of when you close your eyes and picture the great American West laid out amidst 71,000 acres of open land.

Combine this tour with Canyonlands on page 49 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

Day 6: Buttes, Canyons and Pinnacles Explore the Badlands of South Dakota against the landscape of dramatic, sculptured pinnacles and surreal painted gullies in layers of colorful sediment. Savor a homestyle lunch at the famous Wall Drug Store established in 1931 and satisfying customers ever since that first free ice water! After shopping in the store, travel to Sioux City for an overnight stay. B, L Day 7: Return Home B

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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula & the Grand Hotel Day 1: North Illinois Depart mid-day and travel to northern Illinois for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Sault Sainte Marie Enjoy the stunning fall scenery of Michigan as we travel to historic Sault Sainte Marie, MI, known as the Northern Gateway to Canada.

Check into the historic Ramada Plaza Ojibway Hotel in downtown Sault Sainte Marie overlooking the Soo Locks for three nights. B, D

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great wonders of the world and it is one of the largest waterway traffic systems on earth. See the locks up close as we board ship and travel through this astounding system along the international shoreline of the lower harbor on a sunset dinner cruise. B, D

Day 5: Mackinac Island Enjoy some free time to explore downtown Sault Ste. Marie or visit Locks Park to view ships passing through from their observation deck. Upon our arrival to Mackinac Island we are transported by horse and car- Soo Locks riage to the island’s premier luxury resort, the incomparable Grand Hotel, where the longest porch in the world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. This evening enjoy a 5-couse dinner in the Grand Dining Hall with evening entertainment. B, D

Per person rates double $1869 triple/quad $1724 single $2369

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Day 3: Agawa Canyon Tinley Park Grab your passport as we head north of the border into Canada and board the Agawa Canyon Train. Heading deep into the heart of the Canadian Wilderness, we are transported 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, over towering trestles, alongside pristine lakes and rivers and through the amazing granite rock formations and forests of the Canadian Shield filled with gorgeous fall foliage. B, L Day 4: Soo Locks A local guide will join us as we travel along gorgeous fall color to Tahquamenon Falls State Park to take in the breathtaking falls. Board an express elevator to be lifted 210 feet above Sault Ste. Marie and take in the spectacular panoramic views at the Tower of History.

The Soo Locks have been referred to as one of the

Day 6: Free day on Mackinac Island After breakfast in the Grand Dining Room you are free to spend your day as you wish until we meet again this evening for another elegant dinner and evening of entertainment. You may take a carriage tour of the island, browse the quaint shops, rent a bicycle to ride around the island, play lawn bowling, or explore The Grand and learn a little more about its history. You have 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 afternoon activities not included). B, D Day 7: South Haven, MI After another restful night in one of the Grand’s magnificent rooms and a superb breakfast, depart Mackinac Island and begin our journey home. Overnight near the charming beach town of South Haven, MI. B. D Day 8: Return Home Today return home to St. Louis. B

Fall colors around Lake Superior

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Two-night stay at the Grand Hotel!

Did you know?

• Sault Ste. Marie was founded by Father Jacques Marquette in 1668. It is the third oldest remaining settlement in the United States.

• Tahquamenon Falls consist of two falls. The Upper Falls, one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi has a drop of nearly 50 feet, more than 200 feet across and a water flow of more than 50,000 gallons per second.

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Policies Cancellations - please review Our cancellation fees schedule vary 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 45-30 days before departure 25% of total price Cancel 30-6 days before departure 50% of total price Cancel within 5 days of departure 100% of total price Fly/Train cancellation fee (final payment due 60 days before departure): Cancel 60-30 days before departure 25% of total price Cancel 30-6 days before departure 50% of total price Cancel within 5 days of departure 100% of total price Cruise and International tours: Refund for cancellation of cruises and international tours depend on the cruise line or tour operator. Please call for questions on a specific cruise or tour.

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. One-day tour payments are due in full upon reservation. Please call in reference to cruise payment deadlines.

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 stepon 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 $3-$5 per person, per day.

Trip Insurance For 2 main reasons we highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance and can provide information on Berkley Insurance: 1) Trip interruption – 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 that prevents the traveler from continuing on the tour, insurance will cover the cost of the extended stay, the cost of transportation home and the value of the missed tour (subject to claim submission and acceptance

by Berkley Insurance). If you do not have insurance, you will personally incur these costs and it can be very expensive. 2) Trip cancellation - If you are forced to cancel a tour for medical reasons (for you or an immediate family member), having insurance ensures a complete refund of monies paid (except for the cost of insurance). Sunrise cannot guarantee this because there are times when monies are paid on your behalf prior to departure.

Pick-up points For each trip, we determine the pick-up points used based in part on the number of requests for each point. In some cases we will not utilize a point if there is very limited demand. We have pick-up points to service the north, west, south and central areas of St. Louis metropolitan area and St. Charles and Illinois. All pick-up points allow parking for your vehicle. Sunrise’ pick up point partners offer the use of parking spaces during tour as a courtesy to Sunrise travelers. Neither Sunrise Tours nor parking lot owners assume responsibility for incidents occurring to parked cars. You will be notified of which pick-ups we are using for your tour in a letter about 2 weeks prior to departure. If you

would like to stay overnight before leaving on the tour, we can provide a hotel room at some of our pick-ups for a reduced rate. If our routing allows, we may pick up along the way in outlying areas.

Identification A passport is required on any tour that leaves the United States, including Canada. Photo ID’s are required on all fly tours and recommended on all tours.

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.

Method of Payments 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.

Groups 1) On scheduled trips, we provide 1 complimentary tour for 20 paid passsengers, or a 5% commission for fundraising efforts.

2) Have an idea? Let us know. We will create a trip just for your groups’ interest and budget.

3) You don’t have to “fill the bus”, because all of our scheduled tours are open to any number of members. If 10 members sign up for any scheduled trip, we come to your location in the St. Louis metro area, pick them up, and show them a great time.

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 brochure are general outlines and not meant to outline specific routes to be driven. We reserve the right to change routing on any tour.

Booking Forms & Procedures Name (as it appears on valid ID) Nickname (if applicable) Tour:

Birthdate (required if traveling by air/train)

Tour departure date:

Address: Phone number: Cell phone: Email address: Roommate (s): 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 Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Comfort Suites 1400 South 5th St., St. Charles, MO 63301 WalMart 201 Highlands Blvd. Manchester, MO 63011

Please check appropriate boxes: single triple double quad Smoking rooms are not available at most properties.

I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on page 54.

Name (as it appears on valid ID) Nickname (if applicable) Tour:

Birthdate (required if traveling by air)

Tour departure date:

Address: Phone number: Cell phone: Email address: Roommate (s): 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 Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Comfort Suites 1400 South 5th St., St. Charles, MO 63301 WalMart 201 Highlands Blvd. Manchester, MO 63011

How to Book a Tour:

Please check appropriate boxes: triple single double quad Smoking rooms are not available at most properties.

I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on page 54.

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 2. Complete the above booking form. 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

motorcoach or fly/coach tours less than 5 days - $50 per person

One day trips - payment due in full with reservation

cruises and overseas tours - please call (deposits vary) 4. Mail in the form along with the deposit to:

(make checks payable to) Sunrise Tours 343 S. Kirkwood Rd. Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 5. Please take a minute to read our policies and procedures.

343 S. Kirkwood Rd. Suite 210 Saint Louis, MO 63122 (314) 394-3081 or (800) 881-8804 travelsunrise.com

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Fly Mystery Tour July 12-15, 2017 Have you ever been on your way to the airport but not know where you’re flying? Join us for some adventure as we embark on a fly mystery tour!

Per person rates* double $920 triple/quad $840 single $1115

Custer State Park

* Includes roundtrip airfare from Nestled in the Black Hills of South Dakota is Custer State Park, enSTL compassing 71,000 acres of spectacular scenery. The Park features one of the largest publically owned herds of buffalo in the world, with 1,300 roaming freely throughout the park. Visit this unique park on Yellowstone and more on page 34, Yellowstone and the Badlands on page 47 or the Wild West Buffalo Round-up on page 52.