Sunrise Tours - Indianapolis - Winter 2014

january 2014-december 2014 volume xvii

7911 Hunters Path, Indianapolis, IN 46214 (317) 254-8945 travelsunrise.com

Bow River Rafting

2014 Loyalty Program

Celebrating 20 Years!

A scenic, peaceful float trip in large oar-powered rubber rafts takes us along the sweeping curves of the Bow River, past the towering presence of Mount Rundle and much more on both the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Rockies tour on page 20 and the Canadian Rockies and Glacier Park tour on page 21. Photo by Paul Zizka, provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism.

We’re happy to continue offering the loyalty program again in 2014.

So, on your 2nd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2014, subtract $50 off your tour price. On the 3rd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2014, 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 2014.)

2014 marks our 20th year in business! As a celebration, we are giving a $20 gift certificate for every overnight tour you take. These will be mailed to you upon completion of the tour, do not expire and can be used in conjunction with the loyalty discount described above. In addition, if you travel 20 or more days with us within the 2014 calendar year, you will receive a special 20 year anniversary polo shirt at the end of the year.

One Day Tours

Menopause the Musical at the LaComedia Club!

Musical Journey through Ireland with Cahal Dunne at Hollywood Casino

Monday, March 17, 2014 $138 B, L, D Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with lunch and a show as we take a musical journey through Ireland with Cahal Dunne at the Hollywood Casino in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Cahal Dunne, “Ireland’s Happy Man”, has performed for several American Presidents and stars in a national PBS Show. Join Cahal and experience the magic of Ireland as he sits at a baby-grand piano and sings traditional Irish songs, such as “Danny Boy” and “Peg of My Heart” as well as other pop songs, Broadway tunes, country and more. Lunch will be a full buffet with a cash bar of Irish specialty drinks (alcoholic drinks not included in tour price).

Following the show guests will have an opportunity to search for their pot O’Gold at the Hollywood Casino. Everyone will receive $10.00 cash play to start. After a day of fun, laughter, singing and definitely feeling Irish for the day, we head back home enjoying a beverage and a light boxed dinner. “M” NOTE: Please be sure to provide your birthdate when making reservations as name, address and birthdates for all guests attending is required per casino laws and regulations.

Depart: N 7:30 AM, W 8 AM, S 8:30 AM, E 9 AM Return: N 8 PM, W 7:30 PM, S 7 PM, E 6:30 PM

Wednesday, April 2, 2014 $118 B, L, S Join us for a hilarious fun filled day as we travel to Springboro, Ohio to see, Menopause the Musical, at the LaComedia Club.

Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common except a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats and more! Enjoy the classic tunes from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, that will have you dancing in the aisles! This is a musical both men and women are sure to enjoy! Before the show enjoy at buffet feast which will include LaComedia’s signature salad, chef-carved meats, all the trimmings to go with the entrée including their famous sweet potato soufflé. After the show we’ll journey home with a surprise stop and a snack along the way.

“E” Depart: N 7 AM, W 7:25 AM, S 7:50 AM, E 8:15 AM Return: N 7:45 PM, W 7:15 PM, S 6:45 PM, E 6:15 PM

Singin’ In The Rain

Thursday, April 10, 2014 $99 B, L, S Join us for a relaxing fun filled day as we travel to Clarksville, IN to see the light hearted show, Singin’ In The Rain at the Derby Dinner Show. Hollywood of the 1920’s is the setting for this light-hearted and romantic MGM classic, filled with show-stopping dance numbers and unforgettable music. Featuring songs such as “Make Em’ Laugh”, “Good Mornin”, “Lucky Star”, and

TABLE OF CONTENTS One day tours MARCH 2014 New Orleans

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APRIL 2014 Washington DC Georgia on My Mind

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MAY 2014 Creme de la Creme

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JUNE 2014 Niagara Falls p. 11 Bermuda Cruise by Coach p. 11 NYC 5 Boroughs p. 13 NYC & the East Coast Isles p. 14 Oregon p. 15 America the Beautiful p. 16-17

JULY 2014 Yellowstone and more Idaho Pacific Northwest

p. 18 p. 19 p. 20

AUGUST 2014 Canadian Rockies & Glacier p. 21 Bar Harbor & Canada p. 22 Northwest Coast p. 23 SEPTEMBER 2014 Rhine River Cruise/France Ireland California Zephyr Coastal CA & Yosemite Cape Cod and more NYC & Hudson Valley Star Spangled Spectacular NY Encore

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Las Vegas Canyonlands Trains & Cruises of NE

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OCTOBER 2014 NE Cruise by Coach West Virginia Train NE Fall Adventure Albuquerque Balloon Fest

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NOVEMBER 2014 Hilton Head & Amelia Island p. 36 DECEMBER 2014 Rose Bowl Parade p. 37 Policies Booking Forms

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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.

more. Grab your umbrella, it will rain on stage! Prior to the show you’re sure to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. On our way home we’ll make a “sweet” stop at the Russell Stovers Candy outlet in Seymour, IN, where all are treated to a sundae! What a way to top our day! “E” Depart: W 8:15 AM, N 8:45 AM, E 9:15 AM, S 9:45 AM Return: W 7:30 PM, N 7 PM, E 6:30 PM, S 6 PM

tour the Montrose Alpaca Farm and observe these adorable animals up close and learn about their heritage and the process their super-soft fleece goes through before it is made into something special. We’ll enjoy a surprise treat before heading home. “M” Depart: N 7:45 AM, E 8:15 AM, S 8:45 AM, W 9:15 AM Return: N 6:45 PM, E 6:15 PM, S 5:45 PM, W 5:15 PM

Alpaca Farm, Gardens, Schoolhouse & More in Hendricks County

“My Old Kentucky Home” --Bardstown, KY!

Wednesday, April 23, 2014 $89 B, L, S Let’s celebrate spring by starting our day at Frazee Gardens in Avon, IN, where you are sure to get inspired by the sights and sounds of the local artisans works, numerous locally grown flowers, gardening supplies and more. Enjoy a demo on flower container gardening and vegetable container gardening and/ or browse through the lovely plant and gift shop. Afterwards we’ll enjoy a delicious pasta buffet luncheon at the Charbonos Restaurant in Avon. We then take a step back in time and see what class was like for a student and the teacher more than a century ago at the One Room Schoolhouse in Pittsboro, originally built in 1883. Our educational experience continues as we

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Thursday, May 8, 2014 $115 B, L, D Visit Bardstown, Kentucky, and take a step back in time as we tour the Federal Hill Mansion, which was the symbol of Stephen Foster’s endearing ballad, “My Old Kentucky Home”. Located in My Old Kentucky Home State Park, Federal Hill is a former plantation built by US Senator John Rowan in 1795 and was known as a meeting place for local politicians. Enjoy delicious Southern cooking in the historic surroundings at Kurtz Restaurant. Afterwards we’ll tour the Heaven Hill Distilleries Bourbon Heritage Center and learn the history and heritage of the distillery. And of course we’ll enjoy a bourbon tasting in their world famous barrel room! We’ll make one last stop in Historic Bardstown, KY where we’ll have some free time to ex-

Celebrating 20 Years

n the fall of 1993, with a son in college and two daughters in high school, our parents cashed in their retirement and started what was to become Sunrise Tours. In 1994, Jim Dalrymple managed (escorted) the first tour; a trip planned by Charlene Dalrymple to New York City and Washington DC taken by a travel group from Shrewsbury, MO. After the initial success of that tour, word spread about a hardworking and creative new family-owned tour company in St. Louis. By 1999, Charlene and Jim were working 7 days a week and in that single year, Charlene planned and Jim managed 275 total days of touring for Sunrise customers. Of course that pace was not sustainable and many fantastic employees, starting with Kristen Dalrymple in 1999 and Shelby Moll in 2000, have joined us over the years.

As we celebrate our 20th year in business in 2014, we are as committed as ever to working hard to make your vacation a success. We appreciate the trust you put in us to provide excellent value for your vacation dollars and we pledge to continue to endeavor to be the hardest working, most creative tour company in the country.

Brent and Kristen

plore the historic area before heading home while enjoying a light boxed dinner! “M” Depart: E 6:30 AM N 7 AM W 7:30 AM S 8 AM Return: E 9 PM N 8:30 PM W 8 PM S 7:30 PM

Whitmore House & Stinson Band Organ Co. in Bellefontaine, OH

Wednesday, May 28, 2014 $99 B, L, D Join us for a relaxing drive to Logan County, OH, where we’ll drive through the countryside as well as visit the town of Bellefontaine. We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at the Whitmore House B&B, a lavish Victorian styled home nestled in the friendly rural landscapes outside Bellefontaine. Afterwards we’ll tour the Stinson Band Organ Co, the only factory operation left in the United States dedicated solely to the repair, restoration and building of new carousel band organs. Our next stop is in historic Bellefontaine, OH, where we’ll tour the historic Holland Theatre, which is the only Dutch-style atmospheric theater in the United States. Afterwards enjoy a little free time to browse in the historic area by the theatre.

We’ll make a brief stop at the Swiss Haus Bakery & Café to pick up our boxed light dinner and also have an opportunity to purchase some goodies to take home if you’d like. Relax and listen to a little music or watch a movie as you enjoy a light boxed dinner on our way home. “M” Depart: N 7 AM, W 7:30 AM, S 8 AM, E 8:30 AM Return: N 9:30 PM, W 9 PM, S 8:30 PM, E 8 PM

Wright Home, Quilt Barns, Sunrise Greenhouse & Surprise!

Tuesday, June 3, 2014 $99 B, L, S Today we journey to Kankakee, IL and tour the Bradley House located in Kankakee’s Riverview historic district and designed

by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1900. It is recognized as the first of Wright’s Prairie Style homes and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Homestead Inn in Kankakee. View “Barn Quilts” painted on selected barns on our route to Grant Park, IL, making a stop at the Willowhaven Nature Center, which is one of the designated “Barn Quilts” sites. Tour (guided or explore on own) and shop at the family owned Sunrise Greenhouse at Woldhuis Farms, which has 7 acres of flowers and plants in their greenhouse. Be sure to also wander outside and view their beautiful flower gardens!

On our return home, we’ll make one more surprise stop that you are sure to enjoy! “’M” Depart: W 6:30 AM, S 7 AM, E 7:30 AM, N 8 AM Return: W 9 PM, S 8:30 PM, E 8 PM, N 7:30 PM

Indy 500 Hall of Fame, Dallara Indy Car Factory, IN Medical Museum and more!

Wednesday, June 11, 2014 $113 B, L, S Take a trip to the “speedy” side of Indianapolis, as we visit the Speedway area. Our stops today will include a guided tour of

the Indiana Medical History Museum, a self guided tour of The Indy 500 Hall of Fame Museum, recognized as one of the most highly visible museums in the world devoted to automobiles and auto racing, a guided tour of the Dallara IndyCar Factory and a hands on self guided experience of the IndyCar Interactive Zone (a part of the Dallara Factory). And of course lunch will be “sandwiched” in between our activities at a local Speedway restaurant. The IN Medical Museum is on the National Register of Historic Places and maintains a collection of scientific artifacts from the 19th and 20th centuries in an authentic setting equipped with three clinical laboratories. The Indy 500 Hall of Fame Museum has 75 vehicles on display at all times, including four two-time winning cars, more than 30 Indianapolis 500 winning cars and the four cars driven to victory

by A.J. Foyt Jr. Visit the trophy case, enjoy a 20 minute video at the Hulman Theatre, and browse through the gift shop. During the guided tour at the Dallara IndyCar Factory, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the IndyCar chassis being handmade by one of the many qualified technicians – not you’re your typical “assembly lines and robot assembled car”! You’ll also have some free time to explore the Indy Car Interactive Zone to get behind the wheel of full car simulators equipped with iRacing!

Enjoy the hands-on race-themed amenities such as the Dallara Indy Car Factory theater, three wind tunnel models, hands on exhibits teaching science and technology behind the IndyCar and more! We’ll enjoy a treat at the end of the day to “start your engines” as we head for home!

(Please note there are two floors at the Medical Museum, which involve 13 steps – no elevators). “M” Depart: N 8 AM, E 8:25 AM, S 8:50 AM, W 9:15 AM Return: N 6:30 PM, E 6:05 PM, S side 5:40 PM, W 5:15 PM

Half Stitched the Musical in Shipshewana, IN!

Friday, June 20, 2014 $129 B, L, D Join us for the day in Shipshewana, IN, where we’ll enjoy the musical, Half-Stitched, at the Blue Gate Restaurant & Theater.

The musical is taken from author Wanda Brunstetter’s latest New York Times bestseller: The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club. The story unfolds as an Amish woman’s first quilt class brings the most unlikely people together. As these begin-

ning quilters learn to transform scraps of material into beauty, their fragmented lives begin to take new shape with the helping hands of each other. Prior to the play, enjoy a family style meal. we will make a stop at the E&S Amish bulk Foods store before heading home. As we depart, relax and enjoy a boxed light dinner while heading back home! “E” Depart: E 6:30 AM S 7 AM W 7:30 AM N 8 AM Return: E 9:30 PM S 9 PM W 8:30 PM N 8 PM

All Shook Up, a Musical Comedy

Thursday, June 26, 2014 $115 B, L, S Don’t miss the uproarious new musical comedy, All Shook Up, featuring the unforgettable hits of Elvis Presley at the LaComedia Club in Springboro, OH! “All Shook Up” is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”, and tells the story of a guitar playing roustabout who rides into a struggling Midwest town and changes it forever with the power of love and rock-and-roll. This wacky 50’s styled musical features 25 classic Elvis hits including “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Burning Love,” It’s Now or Never,” and more.

Before the show enjoy a scrumptious buffet lunch which will include LaComedia’s signature salad, chef-carved meats, all the trimmings to go with the entrée including their famous sweet potato soufflé! We’ll make a surprise stop and enjoy a snack on our way home! “M” Depart: S 7 AM W 7:30 AM N 8 AM E 8:30 AM Return: E 6:15 PM N 6:45 PM W 7:15 PM S 7:45 PM

Behind the Scenes Theatre, Winery and “cinda b” USA Handbags!

Thursday, July 10, 2014 $99 B, L, S Join us for a unique day in and around Fort Wayne, Indiana as we start our day with a historical/architectural behind the scenes tour of the Embassy Theatre which will include a demonstration of their “Page Organ”. Afterwards savor an authentic Italian lunch at the family owned Casa Ristorani. Take an exclusive, behind the scenes, first hand look at where “cinda b” handbags and accessories are developed, created, and manufactured in the USA. Learn cinda b’s story and why manufacturing in the USA is so important. Next, finish the day at the Country Heritage Winery with a wine tasting along with some cheese and crackers. Relax as we head our coach back home and serve a snack along the way! “M” Depart: W 7 AM, S 7:30 AM, E 8 AM, N 8:30 AM Return: W 8:30 PM, S 8 PM, E 7:30 PM, N 7 PM

Smokey Joe’s Café at The Beef House!

Thursday, July 24, 2014 $115 B, L, S Get ready to be transported to the Golden age of Rock, Rhythm

and Blues, at the musical Smokey Joe’s Café at the Beef House in Covington, Indiana. You’ll enjoy nearly 40 popular hits written in the 50’s and 60’s by Rock’n’ Roll Hall of Fame legends, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller! Get ready to raise the roof at Smokey Joe’s Café as you hear infectious tunes like “Hound Dog”, “Jailhouse Rock,” “Stand by Me”, “Love Potion #9”, “Yakety Yak” and many more! Prior to the show, enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon served with the Beef House’s famous homemade dinner rolls! Also, while in Covington, IN we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Fountain County Courthouse, whose walls are covered with several wall murals painted by local artists!

Around the court house square, enjoy some free time at the local stores such as “Back Home Again Antique Mall”, “House with the Lions Antiques”, and more. At the end of the day we’ll feel the Rock’n’Roll beat in our toes as we make our way back home after enjoying a summer treat at a surprise stop! “M” Depart: N 7:15 AM, E 7:45 AM, S 8:15 AM, W 8:45 AM Return: N 7 PM, E 6:30 PM, S 6 PM, W 5:30 PM

Glendower Mansion, Golden Lamb’s Inn, Wine & More!

Thursday, August 14, 2014 $112 B, L, S Journey today to the quaint town of Lebanon, OH and tour the Greek Revival mansion, Glendower Mansion, one of five built during the 19th century. We’ll also visit the historic Golden Lamb’s Inn, a place where several presidents have stayed and where several presidential campaigns were held! We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at the Inn followed by a tour of the Golden Lamb’s Inn. Afterwards enjoy some free time to browse around the quaint shops at the Inn as well as other shops around this historic downtown area. Our next stop is at the Iron’s Fruit Farm, where you may find a few goodies to take home. Before we leave the area, we’ll enjoy a tasting of wines with cheese and crackers at the beautiful Valley Vineyards. Relax as we travel back home and enjoy a snack along the way. (Please note there are some stairs involved on the Mansion and Inn tours) Depart: N 7 AM, W 7:30 AM, S 8 AM, E 8:30 AM Return: N 8:30 PM, W 8 PM, S 7:30 PM, E 7 PM

The Marvelous Wonderettes and more!

Thursday, August 21, 2014 $119 B, L, S Join us for the musical comedy, The Marvelous Wonderettes, at the Wagon Wheel Theatre, a theatre in the round, in Warsaw, Indiana. The Marvelous Wonderettes take you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we learn about the lives and loves of the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams.

They perform first as a last minute replacement for the prom, and again at their ten year school reunion. Opening with favorites from the 50s and 60s, sung in four-part harmony

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like “Mr. Sandman” and “Lollipop”, their thirty-plus hits repertoire will include “I Only Want to Be With You” and “Leader of the Pack”. Prior to the show, you are sure to enjoy some free time to shop and browse in the quaint shops located in “The Village of Winona Lake”. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Boathouse Restaurant with a view of the Lake (also located in “The Village”). At the end of the day, relax as we enjoy a snack on our way back home! “M” Depart: E 6:30 AM S 7 AM W 7:30 AM N 8 AM Return: E 8:30 PM S 8 PM W 7:30 PM N 7 PM

Seniors Scenic Float Trip , Fort Ancient and Jungle Jim’s!

Thursday, September 18, 2014 $119 B, L, D Experience a scenic float trip drifting peacefully through the natural Fort Ancient Gorge of the nationally designated scenic Little Miami River, on a non-capsizeable raft with Morgan’s Canoe & Outdoor Center in Oregonia, Ohio! This is a non-strenuous, unique and very comfortable way to observe the river in its natural state. Your trained, knowledgeable and friendly guide will introduce you to this pristine wilderness with his tales and knowledge of the wild life and natural history that abound throughout this beautiful ecosystem. A buffet “on shore” will be served before our float trip! Listen to the sound of a flute over the river valley as “Jack” plays the flute, gives us a demonstration of spear throwing and shares the history of the area at The Ohio Historical Society’s Fort Ancient State Memorial.

Tour the museum where you’ll view the world’s largest display of Prehistoric Hopewell artifacts and jewelry and the best preserved prehistoric hilltop enclosure in the United States. Featuring more than 18,000 feet of man-made earthen mounds that were created nearly 2,000 years ago, Fort Ancient is a National Landmark that offers visitors of all ages the opportunity to explore this monument of some of Ohio’s earliest residents.

Our next stop is Jungle Jim’s International Market where you’ll find foods from around the world, store tours, food demonstrations, gift shops, boutiques, restaurants and more. Jungle Jim’s is a destination in itself and an experience you won’t forget! As we “float” back home on our comfy coach, we’ll enjoy a light boxed dinner on our return home! “M” Depart: N 6:30 AM, W 7 AM, S 7:30 AM, E 8 AM Return: N 8:45 PM, W 8:15 PM, S 7:45 PM, E 7:15 PM

Centennial Festival of Riverboats in Louisville, KY!

Friday October 17, 2014 $129 B, L, S Join us as we celebrate America’s rich Southern heritage with a cruise on the mighty Ohio River during Louisville’s Centennial Festival of Riverboats where in October 2014, for the first time ever, nine riverboats from around the country will gather in Louisville to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Belle of Louisville, the oldest operating Mississippi River-style steamboat in the world. Today we will participate in a special cruise event, the “ Race”, as we are passengers on the “River Queen”, cruising/racing on the Ohio River with all the other paddleboats at the festival! While on the “River Queen”, we’ll be able to view

the other boats “racing” on the river while enjoying some entertainment and a hearty buffet of appetizers. After the race, enjoy free time on your own to explore the festival of arts, Bourbon, music and culture at the internationally-acclaimed Waterfront Park. Enjoy live music, visit the vendors booths, have a “taste” of Kentucky and more! Don’t miss this once-ina-lifetime opportunity to experience an unforgettable ride on one of these boats during this historic celebration! Prior to the festivities, we will also make a stop across the river from Louisville at the Interpretive Center at Falls of Ohio State Park, where you will have an opportunity to learn more of the history of this area. After a fun filled day of activities, we’ll enjoy a snack and wine as we journey back home! “M” NOTE: Reservations should be made by March 17. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.

Depart: W 7:20 AM, N 7:45 AM, E 8:10 AM, S 8:30 AM Return: W 9 PM, N 8:30 PM, E 8 PM, S 7:30 PM

He Keeps Me Singing at the LaComedia Club

Thursday, October 23, 2014 $115 B, L, S If you liked Smoke on the Mountain, you are sure to love He Keeps Me Singing! Join us for a fun filled day as we travel to the LaComedia Club in Springboro, OH where the Singing Hatfield Family will tickle your funny bone and touch your heart while singing and playing those great old gospel standards in the show He Keeps Me Singing! In the show, Orval and Opal are joined by Reverend Virgil Hathaway, their granddaughters, and the rest of the Hatfield clan at the “Singsperation ‘52’” revival under the big tent at their small town church in Oklahoma. Songs like “How Great Thou Art,” “Just as I am,” and “Love Lifted Me” are the musical setting in this down-home, musical about faith and family. Enjoy a buffet lunch prior to the show which will include their signature salad, chef-carved meats, all the trimmings to go with the entrée including their famous sweet potato soufflé! On our return home, we’ll stop at the Warm Glow Candle Co., where you may find some holiday gift ideas. Feeling all “aglow”, we’ll enjoy a light snack as we return home. “M” Depart: N 7 AM W 7:30 AM S 8 AM E 8:30 AM Return: E 6:15 PM S 6:45 PM W 7:15 PM N 7:45 PM

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Great Ladies of Country Music!

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 $120 B, L, S Join us for a special musical at the Syndicate in Newport, Kentucky, Great Ladies of Country Music, that will pay tribute to the fabulous women of country music of the past century as well as pay tribute to the survivors of Cancer. You’ll hear the music and stories about some of your favorite country music stars, such as Patsy Cline, “Crazy”, “I Fall to Pieces”, Dolly Parton, “I Will Always Love you”, “Jolene”, Tammy Wynette, “Stand by Your Man”, Reba McEntire, “You Lift Me Up”, Wynonna, “No One Else on Earth”, and many other hits of country women!

You are sure to enjoy the inspiring music of this show as well as know that all proceeds will go to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure (cancer) Foundation! After the show we will make a surprise stop before heading home while enjoying a snack and a glass of wine! “E” Depart: E 7:45 AM, N 8:15 AM, W 8:45 AM, S 9:15 AM Return: E 8:30 PM, N 8 PM, W 7:30 PM, S 7 PM

Christmas Spectacular at the Creation Museum!

Wednesday, December 3, 2014 $139 B, L, D

Happy Trails

Celebrate Christmas as we travel to the Creation Museum in Petersburg, KY, where you are sure to enjoy a special acapella performance by the barbershop quarter that won the Silver Ribbon at the World choir Games. Listen to the sounds of “White Christmas”, “Winter Wonderland”, “English Carol Medley”, “Jingle Bell Rock” and much more! Enjoy an old fashioned Christmas turkey luncheon with all the fixin’s. View a presentation in the FX theater on the real reason for Christmas.

You’ll have free time to explore the Creation Museum which allows for personal interaction with each of the 160 exhibits such as the “Garden of Eden”, “The Tree of Life”, a Dinosaur Exhibit, and much more. Enjoy one of the other theater presentations, “Men in White”, “Six Days of Creation”, “The Last Adam, and “Dinosaurs and Dragons” as you feel the special effects of the rumbling seats and rising mists! Take in the Creation Museum Christmas Town featuring a live nativity (outdoors) and dazzling lights. Afterwards just sit back and relax as we head back home while enjoying a boxed light dinner and some Christmas music along the way! Merry Christmas to all! “M” Depart: N 7 AM, W 7:30 AM, S 8 AM, E 8:30 AM Return: N 9 PM, W 8:30 PM, S 8 PM, E 7:30 PM

by Sharon & Terry Woodburn

Have you ever felt “wonderfully exhausted”?? I bet you have.

Terry and I feel this way whenever we have just completed an important project that commanded our full attention and energies for a period of time; planning a neighborhood get-together, participating in a church charity project, hosting a family gathering, babysitting young grandkids (whew!). It’s a lot of work to be in charge, isn’t it? First there is the planning, when you try to gather all the resources that you need to fulfill the assignment. Then there is the actual event where you need to anticipate the immediate needs of all involved and plan for the unexpected(“where is the slotted spoon for the green beans?”).

Finally there is the clean-up phase, when, if all goes well, you gain strength to finish by reflecting upon the success of your

efforts.

As the Winter Olympics approach, we look forward with anticipation and thankfulness. We can sit back to watch amazing talent and be reassured that we are not “in charge” of any aspect of the two weeks of events. That’s what makes it fun to watch!

Here at Sunrise Tours we want to help you have fun so that we can feel “wonderfully exhausted”! We enjoy planning trips for you and anticipate all that is needed for a completely wonderful experience with all the professional “know-how” we have accumulated, and we look forward to reflecting on the fun we have had together while we put the coolers away. So take a break from your busy lives and let us be in charge. Looking forward to seeing you on a trip soon!

Straight from the Heart!

Recently I took a group of Sunrise Tours travelers to beautiful Pennsylvania on the Laurel Highlands & Gettysburg tour. We had a wonderful time and learned a lot as we traveled along parts of the National Highway, Lincoln Highway and more.

One of the things I learned that made an impression on me was the fact that a stagecoach would average traveling 10 miles per day, so consequently the stagecoach inns were spaced approximately every 10 miles along the highway to provide shelter for travelers! So if we were traveling via stagecoach today, it would take us 4.5 days to pick up passengers just to start a trip! The day trips we take today would have taken weeks a hundred+ years ago! I’m so thankful we are able to travel long distances today in a relatively short time to see and experience our beautiful country. This thought had come to me as I was planning more day trips for 2014. Currently there are 20 day trips planned for 2014 and I expect to plan perhaps 3 more. Amazing

by Karen Pettyjohn

we can travel in 20 days what would have taken at least a year during stagecoach days! As you review the new trips I would encourage you to sign up as soon as possible so that you are assured a seat. The next day trip in March is the “Musical Journey through Ireland with Cahal Dunne” which will be a wonderful show! Also be sure to look for “Menopause the Musical”, April 2, 2014, that was just added at the request of some of our travelers who traveled with me to LaComedia Club in Springboro, OH to see the Christmas Special! I do listen to your suggestions – please keep them coming. Be sure to also review the once in a lifetime “Centennial Festival of Riverboats” trip to Louisville, Ky., October 17, 2014. Sign up right away as this will be a very special historical fun event. I look forward to traveling with you more in 2014 on comfortable premium coaches – unlike the pioneers who traveled via stagecoach going bumpity bump – bump – bump! Happy New Years to all!

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New Orleans & Cajun Country

Day 1: Fly to New Orleans Today fly to New Orleans where you’ll spend two nights at Hotel Provincial, located in the heart of the historic French Quarter. This evening, at Tujague’s, enjoy an unforgettable dining experience in the original Creole tradition. D

Day 2: French Quarter Experience the sights and sounds of the colorful French Quarter as a local guide takes you back in time to another era highlighting the Old World ambiance, history, and architecture of this romantic city. You’ll visit one of the historic cemeteries, and see the Garden District neighborhood, resplendent with columned mansions, mighty oaks and verdant gardens. Enjoy the world-famous Jazz Brunch at the Court of Two Sisters served in an inviting French Quarter courtyard. Visit Mardi Gras World, a magical place where you can peek behind the curtain and see Mardi Gras in the making. The evening is free for you to enjoy the city at leisure B, Brunch Day 3: Cajun Country After a free morning in New Orleans depart for Cajun Country. Cruise along winding bayous in a remote cypress swamp as your guide adds his special Cajun touch. Our Cajun captain entertains with songs, and tunes on his Cajun accordion.

Along for the ride is his “world-famous” alligatorhunting dog, Gatorbait! Next visit an alligator farm to learn how Louisiana alligators are born and raised. Dinner at a local restaurant. B, D Day 4: St. Martinsville Some like it hot! Visit Avery Island for a tour and tasting of McIlhenny Co. Tabasco factory. Visit Rip Van Winkle Gardens for a stroll through a wonderland of colorful springtime landscapes. In St. Martinsville learn the legend of the Acadian heroine Evangeline, take a stroll around the Historic Evangeline Oak Tree, and visit the “Mother Church of the Acadians” St. Martin de Tours Catholic Church. A short drive finds us in Lafayette for a two night stay. B, L Day 5: Cajun Heritage This morning visit a working rice farm where two

crops are farmed - rice and crawfish and the farmer explains how he uses the same land for both “crops”. Visit with a second generation Cajun accordion maker who will demonstrate the skills of making the accordion that all Cajun Musicians use.

This afternoon visit Vermilionville, a beautiful Cajun heritage and folk life museum that portrays the rich culture of the Cajuns. Set on the banks of the Bayou Vermilion, the historic village contains original homes filled with artifacts reflecting life in Acadiana between 1765 and 1890. Costumed historical interpreters authentically demonstrate traditional crafts and musical styles with a distinctly French accent. Visit the Alexander Mouton Home, a charming turn of the century home restored to its 1850s grandeur where you will be treated to a private reception. In addition to the antiques,and lovely paintings, there’s a colorful collection of elegant Mardi Gras costumes worn by past kings and queens of Lafayette’s Mardi Gras. Tonight, as a grand finale, enjoy a Fais Do-Do at Pont Breaux’s Restaurant, featuring delicious Cajun food, live Cajun music and dancing.

Join in as the locals demonstrate Cajun dancing. B, D Day 6: Return Houmas House Plantation flight home This morning travel to Burnside for a visit to Houmas House Plantation. This imposing antebellum estate offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a Grand Southern Mansion surrounded by the South’s most beautiful gardens. After a tour of the home and lunch, stroll the lush gardens, and enjoy the breeze rolling off of the Mississippi through the shadows of ancient oaks. Later you will be transferred to the New Orleans airport for your flight home. B, L

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Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival Day 1: “Best in Highlights: the Washington • The National Mall, Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC museum cirOhio” Depart Indianapo- Monument and tour cuit. Afterwards, • Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Memorial lis and enjoy lunch spend ample time and entertain- • The US Capitol tour and The White House tour (if available) at the Smithsonment at Schmidt’s • Arlington Cemetery, John F. Kennedy’s Tomb, Tomb of the ian, the world’s Restaurant and Unknowns, World War II Memorial, Reflecting Pool, Korean largest museum Sausage Haus War Memorial complex, so you and see why they • The Newseum and The White House Visitors Center can visit your fawere voted Food • Thousands of Cherry Blossoms! vorite museum.

Network’s “Best This evening, join of Ohio”. Overnight in Morgantown, WV. L us for a drive by the memorials lit in their evening grandeur! B, D Day 2: Arlington National Cemetery Continue eastward, enjoying Sunrise Tours’ dis- Day 5: Washington DC tinguished hospitality. Upon arrival in Arlington, Bring your appetite as we embark on a sensatour the historic and famous Arlington Cemetery tional brunch cruise down the Potomac River. including a visit to John F. Kennedy’s tomb and The magnificent views of DC and the Cherry Blosthe Tomb of the Unknowns. After dinner in DC, soms from our luxury cruising yacht coupled with we will check into the Courtyard by Marriott Capi- exquisite food and music are sure to create lasttol Hill/Navy Yard. Staying in DC proper will afford ing memories. We’re in for a spectacular show as us quick access to the many sights of the city. B, D we spend the remainder of the day visiting the Smithsonian amidst the magnificent backdrop Day 3: Washington DC of the Cherry Trees. Cap our DC visit with an exTour the Capitol and the White House, based on traordinary evening musical performance at the availability. Afterwards, our local guide will board historic Ford’s Theater. B, L the coach to educate and entertain us while visiting many of the city highlights in DC. B, D Day 6: Frederick, MD Depart DC this morning, and travel north to FredDay 4: Washington DC erick, MD a county that was considered at the This morning, visit the “Newseum”, a multimedia crossroads of the Civil War. Visit the National Muexploration of the importance and history of jour- seum of Civil War Medicine and follow the story nalism in America. Since it’s opening in 2008, the of care and compassion in the wake of battle as Newseum has become a “must-see” attraction on described in enlightening detail. Savor a catered lunch in the Museum before our departure to Bedford, PA . Meet a local guide who will introduce us to Bedford’s Covered Bridges and Gravity Hill as featured in the Off the Beaten Path. B, L Day 7: Reflection Visit the Flight 93 National Memorial and reflect on the actions of 40 passengers and crew who were aboard Flight 93 plane and thwarted the attack on the U.S. Capitol on 9-11. Arrive home this evening. B Jefferson Memorial amidst the Cherry blossoms

April 2-8, 2014 Per person rates double $1555 triple/quad $1362 single $2135

Same price as 2013!

The 2014 Festival marks the 101st celebration of the gift of the 3,000 cherry trees from the People of Tokyo to the People of Washington, DC. The celebration will be rolled out in full regality. Come with Sunrise Tours and enjoy the spirit of this generous gift while exploring the highlights of Washington, DC.

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Georgia on my Mind

featuring Jekyll Island, Savannah and more Day 1: Charleston, SC Fly into Atlanta and travel to historic Charleston, SC, where upon arrival, dine at a local favorite restaurant before checking in to our hotel for the evening. B, D Day 2: Charleston, SC Visit the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, an estate acquired by the Dalton Family in 1676. Tour the gorgeous blooming gardens and home and take a tram excursion for a picturesque nature tour of the plantation’s wetlands and marshes.

After enjoying lunch and shopping in the exuberant Historic City Market area, we will invite a local guide to share her expertise aboard our coach as we explore this city steeped in colorful history and quaint landscapes. After our tour, depart for “Georgia’s First City,” Savannah. B, D Day 3: Savannah, GA Board an open-air trolley to tour this enchanting and alluring Southern town where we’ll find amazing architecture, spooky cemeteries and rich history. Next, we’ll have free time for lunch and to explore the Historic River Street full of shops, restaurants and galleries in a revitalized historic area located right on the river. Tonight enjoy dinner at the acclaimed, The Lady and Son’s Restaurant, owned and operated by southern chef Paula Deen. B, D

Hay House in Macon, GA

Day 4: Jekyll Island Continue our journey to the Golden Isles of Georgia as we visit the Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site. The Plantation was owned and occupied by the same family from 1804 to 1973 until the land was donated to the state. Next we stop in Brunswick, GA to browse the historic square and take in the beauty of this uniquely perched harbor town and its Victorian architecture. In the late 1800’s, a group of millionaires sent a team of experts to locate an area with great natural beauty, excellent weather and privacy. They found Jekyll Island and proceeded to build the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, our home for the next two nights.

Upon arrival tour the property before dinner in the Grand Dining Room. B, D Day 5: St. Simons Island A tram tour of Jekyll Island will take you throughout the Historic Landmark District and past the grand “cottages” which were the winter getaways for The Rockefellers, Vanderbilts and J.P. Morgan.

This afternoon travel to St. Simons Island to visit the Museum of Coastal History and its historic 104’ tall light house. Afterwards enjoy free time to explore the charming shops and restaurants in St. Simons before returning to the hotel. B

April 6-12, 2014

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Spend two nights at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, named

by Travel and Leisure Magazine as one of the top 500 resorts in the world.

Day 6: Macon, GA Macon, GA is our next stop on our Southern Adventure. Enjoy lunch before being joined by a local guide for an afternoon tour featuring the Hay House, considered the most advanced antebellum building in America for its style, craftsmanship and technological innovations. The house has also been featured on A&E’s “America’s Castles.” Finish our tour with a scenic drive through beautiful historic neighborhoods that date back to the mid 1800’s before free time to browse the historic downtown area on your own. B, L Day 7: Return home Fly home from Atlanta. B

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Creme de la Creme The Great Dames of Canada - Quebec, Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto Day 1: Michigan After a mid-day departure, travel to Michigan. D Day 2: Toronto, Ontario Travel northeast to trendy Toronto for a 2-night stay at the grand Fairmont Royal York, situated in the heart of Toronto. After dinner, board the glass fronted elevator and rise 1,136 ft in 58 seconds to the observation deck of the CN Tower for a bird’s eye view of the skyline! B, D Day 3: Toronto, Ontario Explore Toronto with a step-on guide; see it all from the riverfront to the historic district. Tonight we are in for a treat as we see a professional theatrical production in one of the largest theatre districts in the English speaking world. B, D Day 4: Ottawa, Ontario Board our luxury coach and journey to Canada’s beautiful capital city of Ottawa for a stay at the Fairmont Château Laurier, a magnificent limestone edifice with turrets and masonry reminiscent of a French Château. This evening we will visit Canada’s largest and most popular cultural institution, The Museum of Civilization. B, D Day 5: Canadian Tulip Festival Explore the Tulip Festival featuring more than three million tulips throughout the area, including Commissioner’s Park, which hosts more than 300,000 alone! Relax at the Afternoon High Tea in the historic Fairmont hotel. Discover the sites of Ottawa and the Tulip Festival with our personal guide. Visit the Byward Market, Parliament Hill, Sussex Drive, view the official residences of the Prime Minister and Governor General and many other Ottawa special sights. B, high tea Day 6: Quebec City, Quebec Get your cameras ready as we approach our hotel for the next three nights. Standing high on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of Old Québec. B, D Day 7: Quebec City, Quebec

Join our local guide for an informative tour of the most European of North American cities, Quebec City. See the massive stone architecture, the heavily fortified walls and the charm of Old Quebec City. This afternoon enjoy some free time before dining at a restaurant unique to Old Quebec.

Enjoy a traditional sugar shack meal, live entertainment and poured taffy on snow for dessert! B, D Day 8: Quebec City, Quebec Travel along the St. Lawrence River to St. Anne de Beaupre, with time to experience the basilica and this little town that attracts more than a million pilgrims and visitors each year! We’ll also visit Montmorency Falls and take a memorable cable car ride to the top for a delightful lunch and time to enjoy the views of the Isle de Orleans and the Saint Lawrence River. B, L

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May 7-18, 2014 Per person rates double $2758 triple/quad $2449 single $3686 Crème de la crème “the best of the best” is the perfect description for this tour.

Journey with us for 8 nights in 4 luxurious and historic Fairmont hotels of eastern Canada and enjoy distinctive experiences and elegance!

Day 9: Montreal, Quebec Enjoy breakfast while overlooking the St. Lawrence River before we travel to Montreal for a stay at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth.

This afternoon, our local tour guide will acquaint us with Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new as we see all Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac the “must see sights”! B, D

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All the step on Day 10: Niagara USA guides were profesCross the US border and into the Niagara Falls, NY area for an overnight stay B, D sional and well inDay 11: Niagara Falls State Park This morning, we will experience the majestic beauty of Niagara Falls. Did you know 3,160 tons of water flows over the falls every second? Board the world-famous Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride in the falls! This afternoon, travel west to Ohio for our overnight stay. B, D Day 12: Return home Today, we return home. B

formed to give us the historical significance of their respective cities. We loved Quebec and staying at all the Fairmont Chateaus was a true luxury!

C. and D. Fee, 2009 Creme de la Creme

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Niagara Falls and Lilac Blooms

Over 14 million visitors come to Niagara Falls each year. Join Sunrise Tours as we watch the falls tumble over a 180 foot high wall of rock. We will explore the falls from below and above! Enjoy the ABA top 100 event Rochester Lilac Festival featuring over 1,200 beautiful lilacs. This tour also includes a 2-night stay at the Crowne Plaza in Niagara Falls,Canada!

Day 1: Mid-Ohio Board our comfortable motorcoach mid-day and Day 4: The award winning Lilac Festival travel east to mid-Ohio for our overnight stay. D Travel to Highland Park in Rochester, NY to attend the ABA top 100 Lilac Festival. Take time Day 2: Niagara Falls for the sights and smells of these gorgeous purAfter a journey along the shores of Lake Erie ar- ple, white, pink and even yellow lilacs. While in rive in Niagara Falls, NY. Board the Maid of the Rochester, enjoy a guided tour of the George Mist boat for an up close view of the falls from the Eastman House, home of the founder of Kodak, base. Travel into Canada for dinner at the promi- to see the beautiful mansion and world-class nent Skylon Tower revolving dining room located collections of photography. Enjoy a boat cruise 775 feet above the Falls featuring incredible views! aboard the Mary Jemison River Boat and see the The Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Resort is our picturesque crossing point where the Genesee home for two nights - each room features views River and Erie Canal met. Overnight in Rochester, of the water tumbling over the falls! B, D NY. B, D Day 3: Niagara – Canadian Style Explore the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. Travel the picturesque Niagara Parkway to tour the Botanical Garden and to see the incredible 40 foot Niagara Parks Floral Clock. Our personal guide will inform us about the expansive Spring Gardens and its ecology. Tour one of Niagara’s premier attractions, the Butterfly House with close to 3,000 winged wonders flitting about. Visit the charming and scenic town of Niagara on the Lake for dinner and shopping. B, D

Day 5: Timeless Covered Bridges It’s time to begin our trek home, but not before we enjoy a visit to beautiful Ashtabula County, OH. The historic covered bridges of Ashtabula were featured in Readers’ Digest Off the Beaten Path travel guide and includes the country’s longest covered bridge. We will travel to central Ohio for our overnight stay. B, L

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We plan on traveling with Sunrise again; very nice not to have to drive and make all the trip plans and reservations. Thank you for the great trip!

Peggy R., 2012 Niagara Falls

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Favorite boat ride: Maid of the Mist, Deb

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Bermuda Cruise by coach

Day 1: Ohio Begin your trip eastward for an overnight stay in Ohio. The driving is covered, so relax and enjoy the comfort of our deluxe motorcoach. D Day 2: New York City Travel east across Pennsylvania today as we arrive in Teaneck, NJ for an overnight stay. B, D Day 3: NYC & Embark This morning visit Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Also known as the “MET”, the museum offers over 5,000 years of art. Your tour will include the newest exhibits on display and art to please all palettes. Next, set sail on Norwegian’s brand new ship, Breakaway. This stunning state-of-the-art ship features incredible cabins, entertainment, and dining. B, D Day 4: At Sea B, L, D Day 5: At Sea B, L, D

Day 6: King’s Wharf – 8:00am Arrive this morning at King’s Wharf, located at the tip of Bermuda’s West End featuring pristine beaches and crystal blue water! Kick back and relax ocean side this afternoon or take an exciting shore excursion (at your own expense). B, L, D Day 7: King’s Wharf Explore on your own - perhaps visit the museums of the Royal Naval Dockyard, an impressive military fortress built in 1815. B, L, D Day 8: King’s Wharf Enjoy another beautiful day in Bermuda! Take another day to relax or possibly visit some of the excellent shops in downtown. This evening we depart for New York at 5pm. B, L, D Day 9: At Sea B, L, D Day 10: Disembark Today we disembark, board the coach and head back west to overnight in mid-Ohio. B, D Day 11: Return Home B

June 6-16, 2014 Per person rates Outside double $2645 Balcony double $2924 Outside single $4107 Balcony single $4647 Sail aboard NCL’s newest ship, Breakway, whose inaugural sail was on April 30, 2013 and was described by cruisecritic.com as “... beautiful with modern touches...has an air of refinement and sophistication that is still comfortable...”

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Exploring the 5 Boroughs of NYC

Day 1: Mid-Ohio After a mid-day departure we travel to Ohio for an overnight stay. D Day 2: New York Travel across Pennsylvania and check into the Marriott Teaneck at Glenpointe, NJ for an overnight stay. B, D

Did you know?

- Manhattan is the oldest and the most densely-populated of the five boroughs of New York City - Brooklyn is the most populous of New York City’s five boroughs. If Brooklyn were its own city it would now be the fourth largest in the US, right behind Chicago and Los Angeles.

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

Day 3: The Bronx Visit the amazing Cloisters Museum, devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. Enjoy the wildlife at the Bronx Zoo, world’s largest metropolitan zoo. Dine at the world famous Sylvia’s Restaurant, located in the historic Harlem area of northern Manhattan. Check into our midtown Manhattan hotel, located just steps from the Empire State Building in vibrant Korea Town, for a 3 night stay. B, D

Day 4: NYC & Broadway Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend the day exploring Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, watching people at Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique area of China-

town in lower Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to the newly opened and poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero. This guide will provide insight into New York’s character and people, enhancing your NYC experience. Tonight after dinner enjoy a Broadway Show. B, D

Day 5: Free Day In NYC The day is yours to explore New York City on your own. You may choose to hop on the ferry to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, visit the MET or Top of the Rock, catch another Broadway show or do a little shopping on 5th Ave. Your Tour Manager will be available to help you plan your day. Our hotel is located just a few blocks from multiple subway stops. B Day 6: Queens & Brooklyn Journey to Queens and tour the Museum of the Moving Image, a one-of-a-kind destination and the country’s only museum dedicated to the art, history, technique, and technology of the moving image in all its forms. A personal guide will then board our bus to show us the highlights of Brooklyn.

See the Brooklyn Bridge, Grand Army Plaza, Coney Island, Prospect Park, and charming 19th century row houses in historic Park Slope. Overnight on Staten Island. B, D

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Favorite walk: Guided walking tour through Central Park in New York City, Charlene

Day 7: East Ohio Depart New York City and its 5 boroughs, overnight in Ohio. B, D Day 8: Return Home. B

See the classic brownstones in Brooklyn.

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Day 1: Ohio Depart mid-day and travel to mid-Ohio. D

Day 2: New York City Arrive in Teaneck, NJ for a 4-night stay. B, L Day 3: New York City & Broadway Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as the “MET”, offering over 5,000 years of art. Catch a Broadway theater performance before free time to explore Times Square on you rown. B, L Day 4: New York City Tour Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend the day exploring Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, watching people at Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique area of Chinatown in lower Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to the recently opened and poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero. The guide will provide insight into New York’s character and people, enhancing your NYC experience. B, D Day 5: Free Day in NYC The day is yours to explore New York City on your own. You may choose to hop on the ferry to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, visit the Top of the Rock, catch another Broadway show or do a little shopping on 5th Ave. Your Tour Manager will be available to help you plan your day. B

Day 6: Newport, RI Depart NYC for Newport, RI to visit this coastal town and the one-time summer home of America’s millionaires. Tour one of these opulent “cottages”, the Breakers, and then enjoy free time in historic downtown Newport. B, L

Day 7: Block Island, RI Board a ferry to Block Island, which has been designated by The Nature Conservancy as “One of the 12 last great places in the Western Hemisphere.” Transfer to the historic National Hotel for lunch on their giant wrap around porch with breathtaking views of the Block Island Sound.

Take a guided tour of the island which highlights the picturesque scenery and tales of island life from a local historian. Overnight at the National Hotel. B, L

June 6-16, 2014

Per person rates double $2286 triple/quad $2016 single $3094 This tour does require some walking, including the ability to climb one flight of stairs.

The National Hotel on Block Island does not have an elevator and rooms are on the second floor.

Day 8: Free Day on Block Island Enjoy a free day to explore gorgeous and charming Block Island on your own today. Browse the unique shops, spend a relaxing day at the beach, rent a bike to explore the scenery of the island, From the serenity of or relax on the porch of the hotel. Board a return St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the bustling activity ferry to Long Island for an overnight stay. B of 5th Avenue and Wall Street, you will experiDay 9: Long Island Enjoy the history and beauty of Long Island as we ence the city that never see two venues listed on the National Register sleeps! Then, enjoy a of Historic Places. The first is Old Westbury Gar- wonderful contrast by dens, a Charles II-style mansion which is nestled visiting Block Island, amid 200 acres of formal RI and Long Island, gardens. The second is NY with its windswept OHEKA Castle, a 109,000 Atlantic beaches and square foot, 127 room es- charm. tate which was built on the highest point on Long Island. Return to Teaneck, NJ for the night. B, L Day 10: Mid-Ohio Travel to Mid-Ohio. B, D Day 11: Return home. B

Oheka Castle on Long Island

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Oregon Coast and Crater Lake

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 dinner at Multnomah Falls Lodge! B,D 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. We will see coastal cities such as Cannon Beach, Tillamook (with a visit to the Tillamook Cheese Factory), and Depoe Bay. This evening we arrive in Newport to check into the oceanfront Hallmark Inns and Resorts for a 2-night stay. Each room features a balcony and view of the Pacific Ocean! B, D Day 4: Newport,Oregon 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 Day 5: Bandon, OR Travel to Florence, OR, home to some of the world’s largest dunes, for a scenic Giant Dune Buggy tour of the area. Continuing down the lighthouse dotted coast, we arrive in Bandon, OR for dinner and our overnight stay. B, D Day 6: Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River 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. B, D Day 7: Ashland, OR Enjoy a relaxing morning in your suite at the hotel which sits on 14 acres in scenic southern Oregon.

You may want to explore the Ashland Saturday Market featuring fresh produce, crafts and delicious goodies. Ashland is also home to the Tony Award winning Oregon Sheakespeare Festival.

We will attend a production of Into the Woods that will include a prologue or backstage tour for a complete experience.

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Featuring the gems of Oregon including the picturesque coastline, Crater Lake Lodge, Mount Hood national forest, the Columbia River Gorge, Ashland Festival, and more…

Day 8: Crater Lake Lodge Visit an Alpaca Ranch where petting and close-up viewing is encouraged. Travel east through the Umpqua National Forest, featuring verdant stands of hemlock and fir Favorite Lake – trees, to Crater Lake Crater Lake Crater Lake, TamNational Park. Deep, my and Jan pure, and brilliantly blue in color, Crater Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the country and always a highlight of a visit to Oregon.

Sunrise does it Our evening includes dinner and an overnight right! Great trip! Lots stay at the incomparable Crater Lake Lodge. Be of beautiful scenery sure to take in a glimpse of the starry sky without and a great variety of all of the city lights! B, D

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Day 9: Cascade Mountains, OR After breakfast at Crater Lake Lodge, we will travel scenic byways through the Willamette National Forest and Cascade Mountains towards the Portland area. This evening a special farewell to Oregon dinner is planned. B, D Day 10: Our Flight Home

activities. We continue to be amazed at how well the daily schedule is timed and coordinated.

Sherry M., 2012 OR Coast & Crater Lake

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America the Beautiful

Day 1: Kansas City Travel to Kansas City for an overnight stay. D

Day 2: Ogallala, Nebraska Lunchtime finds you in Lincoln, Nebraska at the historic Haymarket District filled with restaurants and boutiques. The eight-story high Great Platte Archway Monument has dramatized the linkage of east and west in a sweeping arc across I-80. Often called the “Gomorrah” of the cow towns, Ogallala was certainly a lust stop in the old west! Enjoy a welcome dinner at the Front Street Steak House and complete the first day with the Crystal Palace Revue reliving the Old West with music, wit and humor. D

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Day 6: Portland, OR Cross the Cascade Range and enter the geologic phenomenon of the Columbia Gorge National Monument. The scenery and topography changes before your eyes as you drive through the area that was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago by the Montana Flood. Stop at the Pheasant Valley Winery, the Hood River Valley’s premier winery featuring spectacular views of Mount Hood. Continue to Point Vista House for a spectacular view of the Gorge and beautiful Multnomah Falls. As

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Day 3: Evanston, Wyoming Stop in Cheyenne and tour the Old West Museum, dedicated to the preservation of fine cowboy and Indian collectibles and the fine art of the West.

Visit the Flaming Gorge National Recreations Area; as you look at the brilliant red cliffs it is easy to see why it’s named Flaming Gorge. B Day 4: Boise, Idaho Try to imagine the forces that could have created the geological spectacle known as Shoshone Falls, the “Niagara of the West”. The mighty Snake River plunges over a 212-foot high cliff at Twin Falls and drops farther than Niagara Falls into a canyon of dizzying depths. Arrive tonight in Boise, Idaho, Idaho’s capital and home to the largest Basque population outside of Spain, the result of a settlement that began in the late 19th century when hundreds of young Basque men were recruited to herd sheep. Enjoy a Basque family-style dinner and colorful dancers at the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. B, D Day 5: Pendleton, Oregon Travel to Baker City and the valley that gave the Oregon Trail pioneers their first glimpse of the promise of the Oregon territory. Visit the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, built to preserve and interpret the Oregon Trail Heritage.

The Blue Mountains to the West and Wallowa Mountains to the East create a dramatic backdrop for Baker City’s restored 1861 gold rush town. A scenic stretch of I-84 takes you into Pendleton and to the unique Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, which tells the trail story from the Native Americans point of view. Their museum store features an array from Pendleton Woolen Mills and unique one of a kind blankets and hand-crafted one-of-a

Columbia River Gorge

you descend into the Willamette Valley, you pass orchards, nursery stocks, farms, and horse ranches to reach Portland, OR. B, D Day 7: Newport, OR Visit the International Rose Test Gardens and take the scenic route along the coast to Newport, OR, stopping along the way to soak in the sights of beautiful beaches and scenery including the Cannon Beach “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark, and a stop at Depoe Bay. Check into the Elizabeth Street Inn in Newport, OR for a twonight stay. B, D Day 8: Newport, OR Happy 4th of July!!

Catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding at the world class Oregon Coast Aquarium. Today is our nation’s birthday and tonight we will celebrate at one of the biggest 4th of July events on the central Oregon Coast, a spectacular fireworks display over Yaquina Bay! You have the best seat in the house as we view the fireworks on an evening sail aboard the deluxe 65’ Discovery. B Day 9: Crater Lake and Klamath Falls, OR

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Favorite water feature – Multnomah Falls, Deb

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A trip to Oregon would not be complete without a visit to one of the most photographed lakes in the country; Crater Lake. Featuring magnificent blues and sheer surrounding cliffs almost two thousand feet high, it is a place of immeasurable beauty.

Continue to Klamath Falls, OR. B, D Day 10: Crescent City, CA Travel west to Grants Pass, OR and board a comfortable boat for a scenic guided excursion through Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River amidst remarkable rock shapes and through the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. Overnight in Crescent City, CA. B, D Day 11: Humboldt Redwoods State Park Experience the grandeur of a 350-foot canopy at Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Follow the Avenue of the Giants, a scenic ride through the Park featuring incredible views of the Redwoods. Overnight near Fort Bragg, CA B, D

Day 14: Yosemite National Park On June 30, 1864, amid the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant Act to protect Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove.

Our visit to Yosemite takes us to the breathtaking Glacier Point towering 3,200 feet directly above the valley floor, and featuring panoramic views of the magnifiBryce Canyon cent Yosemite Falls and High Sierra. Spend the night just outside the Park. B, D Day 15: Cedar City, UT The sparse Great Basin Desert, the largest in the US, flies by as we travel from the Sierra Nevada Range in California, across Nevada and to Cedar City, UT for a two-night stay. B, D Day 16: Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park Explore spectacular Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its multicolored Hoodoos, a unique geological formation, and some of the world’s best air quality. Follow the lush Virgin River along U-9 into Zion National Park where you are surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified sand dunes. B, D

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco

Day 12: San Francisco Travel through California wine country, stopping for visit and tasting before continuing to our hotel in the San Francisco area for a two-night stay. B, L Day 13: San Francisco Start with a guided tour of the “city by the bay” to see the architecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf this afternoon to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast sunset to complete our day. B, D

Day 17: Grand Junction, CO We will visit Arches National Park, featuring over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, and snap photos of the Rocky Mountains en route to an overnight in Grand Junction, CO. B, D

Most jaw-dropping scenery – Bryce Canyon, Utah, Tammy

Please note: Laundry service will be available at least once on tour.

Day 18: Denver area The Roaring Fork River meets the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs, CO. Enjoy a mild but scenic raft trip through Glenwood Canyon before continuing to our hotel just east of Denver. B, L Day 19: Kansas City Our journey home continues as we travel to Kansas City for an overnight stay. B, D Day 20: Return home

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Yellowstone National Park & more!

Day 1: Sioux City, NE Fly into Kansas City and travel into Iowa for an overnight stay in Sioux City. D

Day 2: Rapid City, SD Explore the Badlands of South Dakota today and enjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug Store. We will stay in Rapid City for 2 nights. B, D

Highlights: · Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, the magnificent Badlands and Black Hills! · The inspiring Grand Tetons, Rocky Mountain wilderness and Big Horn Mountains. · Yellowstone National Park - a geological wonder teeming with wildlife! · Lively western town of Jackson Hole. · 2-night stay in Yellowstone National Park and scenic float trip on Snake River. · A jeep tour amongst herds of bison.

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 Visit the Buffalo Bill Museum before driving into Yellowstone Park for a 2-night stay at the Old Faithful SnowLodge. Completed in 1999, the Snow Lodge is the newest of the park’s full service hotels, has been recognized with the Cody Award for Western Design and Travel and Leisure’s Inn of the Month and features heavy timber construction, exterior log columns and cedar shingle roof, a design example of classic “parkitecture.”

Located in Old Faithful July 11-19, 2014 Village, you will be able Per person rates* to walk out the front door double $2616 and experience the sites triple/quad $2338 first hand! B, D single $3499

Day 6: Yellowstone 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! B, D Day 7: Jackson, WY Head south to Moose, Wyoming and board the boat for 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.

Afterwards, turn your sites to the giant white teepee and follow your nose towards the aromatic campfire smoke to savor a good-old fashioned Dornan’s Chuckwagon lunch. Continue into historic Jackson where you will have leisure time to explore Jackson Square, located in the heart of Jackson, WY. B, L Day 8: Grand Tetons - Salt Lake City, UT After a leisurely morning in Jackson, board the coach and travel south along scenic highway into Salt Lake City. This evening, we will meet our guide for a tour of Temple Square and the Latter Day Saints Community Center and a guided “pin drop” tour.

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* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Combine this tour with Idaho on page 19 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

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Our stay at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge was perfect!

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Day 1: Sunken Gardens Fly into Salt Lake City by air then travel to Pocatello, Idaho for the night. D Day 2: The Moon and the Sun Tour the birthplace of the world’s first electricity from atomic energy at EBR- 1 Atomic Museum National Historic Landmark. Next, journey back in time to explore the Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, a geological jewel and one of the best places in the world to see the awesome effects of volcanism. 2000 years after the eruption of this volcano, the landscape is still ever-changing. Check into America’s first destination resort, Sun Valley Resort featuring the old-world charm and ambiance of a cozy European alpine village. B, D Day 3: Ice and Sand Explore the “village” at Sun Valley before departing to delight in quality farmstead cheese made by hand at Ballard Family Dairy & Cheese. See the spectacular Bruneau Dunes, rising 470 feet above small lakes in the high desert. “All aboard” on the Thunder Mountain Line this evening as we wind our way around the narrow canyon alongside the Payette River and stop for a Chuck wagon dinner before our return trip on the rails. Spend the next 2-nights in Boise. B, D Day 4: Boise “Best City” Did you know that Boise has been listed in over a dozen magazines on their “best cities” lists? Explore the Greenbelt Path and Park along the river, the Basque Museum and Cultural Center (more Basques reside in Boise than any other U.S. city) and the Old Idaho Territorial Penitentiary. B, D Day 5: West Central Idaho Travel through Payette National Forest and visit the smokejumpers base in McCall. Smokejumping was first proposed in 1934 as a means to quickly provide initial attack on forest fires. Overnight on the banks of the Salmon River in Riggins, gateway to the spectacular mountains, canyons and rivers of west central Idaho. B, D Day 6: Hell’s Canyon

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Adventure begins at Pittsburg Landing for a scenic jet boat ride on the whitewaters of the Snake River in Hell’s Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America! Venture up the “wild river” to the dam where we will have lunch and tour an historic cabin and museum along the way. Enchanted by the views and curious history, this will be a safe adventure never to be forgotten! Overnight in Lewiston. B, L

July 19-28, 2014 Per person rates* double $2548 triple/quad $2300 single $3295

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Combine this tour with Yellowstone on page 18 OR Pacific NorthDay 7: Northern Panhandle of Idaho Visit the Nez Perce Museum then view Port Lew- west on page 20 and iston barges at the confluence of the Clearwater take $450 off the comand Snake Rivers and along the mighty Salmon bined per person rate!

River. Enjoy the view through Palouse country Favorite Boat with its golden wheat, lentil and barley fields, and ride: Hell`s Canthe six mile corridor of majestic Great White Pine yon in Idaho, Pat into the northern panhandle of Idaho. This part of Idaho has some of the largest and most pristine lakes and beautiful scenic drives. Stroll the world’s longest floating boardwalk or browse the shops before checking in for a two night stay in Coeur D’Alene. B, D Day 8: Northern Panhandle of Idaho A cruise on Coeur d’Alene Lake, a scenic Coeur d’Alene Lake drive across the Silver Valley for a tour of the oldest standing building in Idaho - Cataldo Mission, Did you know? and a visit to an historic silver mine highlight to• Idaho is 63% public day’s adventures in the Gem state. B, D land, managed by the federal government.

Day 9: Emerald City • The deepest river Traverse across Washington State with a stop gorge in North America at Riverfront Park in Spokane, home to magis Idaho’s Hells Canyon nificent Spokane Falls. The Falls are a dramatic (7,900 ft deep) transition along the 111-mile run of the Spokane • Idaho has 3,100 miles River which runs from Lake Coeur d’Alene to Lake of rivers - more than Roosevelt. Sit back and relax on the road to picany other state. turesque Seattle for an overnight stay. B, D • Nearly 85% of all commercial trout sold in the Day 10: Return Home US is from Idaho.

Catch the return flight home reflecting on the jagged peaks, deeps canyons, and wonderful adventures in Idaho. B

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Pacific Northwest & Canadian Rockies The Rocky Mountains roll on for a thousand miles with snow-capped peaks, thick forests and clear July 29-Aug. 9, 2014 glacial lakes. Banff was the first of the Canadian Rockies’ National Parks established in 1885 and Per person rates* still welcomes visitors each day. Join us as we explore this incredibly majestic region. double $3398 Day 1: Arrival in Seattle, WA and its ecology. This relaxing float allows time to triple/quad $3067 Fly into Seattle and overnight just north of the enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Moun- single $4391 city. D tains while looking for Beaver, Elk, Osprey and * Includes roundtrip more! Don’t forget your camera! When we return airfare from IND Day 2: Vancouver, BC we will enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Combine this tour with Travel into Canada to visit cosmopolitan Vancou- Mountain for a bird’s eye view. B, D Idaho on page 19 and ver and its beautiful parks with a local guide. Aftake $450 off the comter our touring, we will check into the hotel for a Day 8: Kootenay Park, BC bined per person rate!

2-night stay . B, D Travel through scenic Kootenay Park and Radium Hot Springs, BC for a European luncheon at HelDay 3: Vancouver Island, BC ena’s Stube Restaurant. Arrive in Whitefish, MT Ferry to Vancouver Island to visit world-famous where we unpack our bags for a 2-night stay. B, L Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of stunning and meticulously kept gardens. Enjoy lunch over- Day 9: Glacier National Park “The ONLY bolooking the beautiful gardens. Afterwards, visit Board the narrated “red bus jammers” on the tanical garden the delightful “British-like” city of Victoria for an Crown of the Continent Tour which follows the outside of STL” – afternoon of leisure. B, L glacially carved valleys into the heart of Glacier Butchart Gardens, Deb National Park on the Going-to-the-Sun Road and Day 4: Revelstoke, BC onto the top of the Continental Divide at Logan Journey along scenic roads into the inland moun- Pass. Later this afternoon, board the DeSmet, a tains of British Columbia and spend the night in a boat built in 1930 and launched on Lake McDonmountain lake hotel near Revelstoke, British Co- ald where she still runs today, for a tranquil boat lumbia. B, D ride and intimate observation of West Glacier. Tonight, relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 5: Lake Louise and Banff, BC B, L Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier and Yoho National Parks, and into Banff National Park, Can- Day 10: Cascade Mountains, WA …thanks for ada’s oldest national park. En-route we will visit Our journey takes us through the Kaniksu and Lake Louise, the most photographed spot in the Coeur D’Alene National Forests, and a scenic drive making the tour of Canadian Rockies. Take time to walk the edge of along the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains the Northwest and the Lake and take your own pictures, then it’s on to bring us to the charming Bavarian-like village Canada such a sucto Banff for a 3-night stay. B, D of Leavenworth. Herzlich Willkommen! B, D cess. The meals and

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Day 6: Athabasca Glacier Travel north on the icefield parkway into Jasper National Park. You won’t forget the incredible “snow coach” ride on the Athabasca Glacier, the azure blue of Peyto Lake and the majestic mountains of the Canadian Rockies! A local guide will add commentary as we explore Banff National Park. B, D

Day 11: Leavenworth, WA Wake early and watch the authentic Alphorn Player before visiting the Aplets and Cotlets country store and the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery for a tour about the ecology of the area. Enjoy leisure time in downtown Leavenworth for a Bavarian experience before a savory dinner complete with German entertainment! B, D

Day 7: Banff, AB Embark on a scenic float trip on the Bow River, for a different perspective of Banff National Park

Day 12: Return flight Today, we will fly home from Seattle, WA. B

hotels were wonderful. We enjoyed all the beautiful scenery and…look forward to another trip in the near future.

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Board the “M.V. International” for a scenic boat cruise to discover the “Jewel of the Rockies” along the shoreline of beautiful Upper Waterton Lake and cross the border to Goat Haunt, MT. What a shining example of international cooperation! Journey up the hill to the famous Prince of Wales Hotel and treat your inner aristocrat with a High Afternoon Tea experience, complete with panoramic vista views. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the Bayshore Inn situated in town where shopping, cafes, bars, and nature are nearby. B, High Tea Day 3: Glacier National Park Glacier National Park is a must see as a partner in the International Peace Park. Board the “RedJammers” and embark on the Crown of the Continent Tour which follows the glacially carved valleys into the heart of Glacier National Park on the Going-to-the-Sun Road and onto the top of the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. Continue down the west side of the park for an included lunch at historic Lake McDonald Lodge. When traveling back across the Park look for bighorn sheep and mountain goats. B, L Day 4: Banff Continue to Banff to experience the spectacular

Canadian Rocky Mountains and the small-town charm that Banff offers. After dinner, unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the 4-star Caribou Lodge conveniently located in downtown Banff.

B,D Day 5: Scenic Float Embark on a scenic float trip on the Bow River for a different perspective of Banff National Park and its ecology. This relaxing float allows time to enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Mountains while looking for Beaver, Elk, Osprey and more! This afternoon learn about Banff from a professional step-on guide. B, L Day 6: Banff National Park Traveling through Banff National Park, visit Lake Louise, the most photographed spot in the Canadian Rockies. Take time to walk to the edge of the Lake for a picture, then it’s on to Jasper for a 2-night stay at the Sawridge Inn, a property which offers premier lodging in the midst of the vast, unspoiled grandeur of 4,200 square mile Jasper Park, Canada’s largest park. B, D Day 7: Jasper Explore the many features of Jasper National Park highlighted by Medicine Lake and Maligne Canyon with our personal guide. Discover the 100 year old charming mountain village of Jasper during a historical Walk in the Past tour. The evening is on your own to enjoy the serenity of this alpine retreat. B, L Day 8: Athabasca Glacier Ride Enjoy a snow-coach ride on an all-terrain Ice Explorer across the surface of the Athabasca Glacier. Take a picture at the azure blue Peyto Lake with the Canadian Rockies in the backdrop! Continue south to Calgary for a farewell dinner and an overnight stay. B, D Day 9: Return flight home

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August 12-20, 2014 Per person rates* double $2899 triple/quad $2605 single $3782

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Combine this tour with Northwest Coast on page 23 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

Explore the Rockies cities of Calgary, Banff, Jasper, Waterton Park in Canada and America’s Glacier National Park all in one fantastic tour during the most delightful season of the year! In 1932, Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada was combined with the Glacier National Park (Montana, USA) to form the first International Peace Park situated on the border between 2 countries and is a celebration of friendship between Canada and the USA to this day.

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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

Day 2: Bar Harbor We depart this morning for picturesque Bar Harbor, Maine. Nowhere along the Atlantic seaboard is the “stern and rockbound coast” more picturesque than Acadia National Park! You are sure to enjoy a delightful lunch at the Jordan Pond House for their famous tea and popovers. Then enjoy a scenic carriage ride through the park to cap our visit to this enchanting area. B, L Day 3: Bay of Fundy Ferry With passports in hand we are off to St. John, NB to board a ferry for a cruise across the Bay of Fundy, one of Canada’s Natural Wonders. Enroute, you may even spot a whale playing in the high tides before arriving in the coastal Digby, Nova Scotia. From there we travel across scenic Nova Scotia before arriving in Halifax for a two night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown.

B, D Day 4: Peggy’s Cove and Hailfax Today is full of history and fun, so, bring your cameras and sunglasses! This morning, make the journey to picturesque Peggy’s Cove to visit the rustic charm of this famous fishing village and lighthouse. Afterwards, our personal guide will lead us back to Halifax to explore its legacy and charm. B, D Day 5: Baddeck After a leisurely breakfast, you will have time to explore more of historic downtown Halifax on your own. This afternoon, continue our journey to Baddeck. Spend the next 2-nights at the Silver Dart Lodge, a huge hit from our 2013 tour and experience the warm Cape Breton hospitality. B, D Day 6: Cabot Trail Spend the day on one of Canada’s most famous scenic drives – The Cabot Trail. Stop to visit the

“hookers”, and take many photos from view- August 21-31, 2014 points high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L Per person rates* double $2998 Day 7: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island triple/quad $2747 This morning visit the Alexander Graham Bell single $3749 Museum before traveling by ferry to Prince Ed- * Includes ward Island for a two-night stay in Charlottetown. roundtrip flight After dinner, enjoy a performance at the much ac- from IND claimed Confederation of the Arts Centre. B, D Same price as 2013!

Day 8: Prince Edward Island Today we explore this intriguing island and visit an Anne of Green Gables site, see some of the famous coastline and travel through the quaint villages. This evening enjoy the Charlottetown waterfront before dinner at the Culinary Institute of Canada overlooking the harbor. B, D

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Day 9: St. John, NB - Shirley D. This morning cross the Confederation Bridge into 2013 Bar Harbor 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 the luxu- Lobster boats on Prince Edward Island rious Chateau Saint John. B, D Day 10: St. Andrews Today, visit the charming town of St. Andrews before we continue on to central Maine. B, D Day 11: Return flight home Refreshed from experiencing all of the spectacular scenery, board a return flight home. B

The natural phenomenon known as the Bay of Fundy is home to the world’s highest tides

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Northwest Coast Day 1: Flight into the Northwest Enjoy a welcome dinner and unpack for a 2-night stay in a comfortable Portland area hotel. D Day 2: Portland, OR Visit Portland’s signature landmark, the famous International Rose Test Gardens followed by a tour of the sweeping view of the Columbia River Gorge, just one of many other incredible sights we’ll see on our Columbia River Gorge-Mount Hood loop tour. Lunch at historic Timberline Lodge and the local step-on guide will enhance our tour of this pristine area of Oregon. B, L Day 3: Newport, OR Take the scenic route along the coast to Newport, OR, stopping along the way to soak in the sights of beautiful beaches and scenery including the Cannon Beach “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark, and a stop at Depoe Bay. This evening check into The Elizabeth Street Inn and enjoy your room with an ocean view balcony and fresh baked cookies each evening! B, D Day 4: Oregon Coast 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 in the Gleason Room at the Oregon Coast Aquarium featuring a viewing of the Passages of the Deep habitat. This afternoon, tour the Aquarium where you might even catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding! Enjoy leisure time to shop and browse the Newport quaint shops or visit Yaquina Head Lighthouse before returning to the Inn. This evening enjoy a beachfront bonfire. (weather permitting) B, L Day 5: Crater Lake Traveling along the coastline, stop in Florence, OR to view the massive sand dunes that characterize this area of the coast and embark on a scenic Giant Dune Buggy tour up and over the dunes!

Deep, pure, and brilliantly blue in color, Crater Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the country and always a highlight of a visit to Oregon. Dinner and overnight will be at the Crater

Lake Lodge. B, D Day 6: Grants Pass, OR After a morning view of Crater Lake, travel west to Grants Pass, OR. Board a boat for a scenic guided excursion of Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River, traveling amidst remarkable rock shapes.

See the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. Overnight in Crescent City, CA. B

August 21-30, 2014 Per person rates* double $2899 triple/quad $2603 single $3787

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Combine this tour with Canadian Rockies on page 21 and take $450 Day 7: Redwoods off the combined per Travel further into Northern CA and visit the Red- person rate! woods. Grab your camera and feast your eyes on the magnitude of the trees from the trails below and an aerial view on a gondola peaking at 750 Travel south from Portfeet altitude during the Trees of Mystery tour. land to San Francisco Visit Humboldt Redwoods State Park to see the and discover the magic tallest living things on earth and hug an evergreen of this corner of the tree that grows to 350 feet! This evening over- world where the coastal terrain is a beautiful night in Santa Rosa, CA. B, D combination of sandy beaches and towering Day 8: Santa Rosa Santa Rosa sits amid wine and farm country and rock cliffs and one’s features a quaint downtown. Tour a winery and mind is boggled by an enjoy lunch at a charming restaurant in the heart endless array of marine of the city. This afternoon, arrive in San Francis- creatures and remarkco just in time to board a comfortable boat for a able tall trees.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise featuring breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.

Unpack your bags in our hotel in the San Francisco area for a 2-night stay. B, L Day 9: San Francisco It’s off to meet our personal guide for a “city by the bay” tour. We’ll see the architecture of the city, Chi- Crater Lake natown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf this afternoon to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast sunset to complete our day. B, D Day 10: Return home Return flight home. B

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Rhine and Mosel River Cruise aboard AMA Waterways AmaDolce

Price includes: Cruise fare, taxes, port Aug. 31-Sep. 12, 2014 charges, roundtrip airfare from IND, land tour including Paris Included onboard the AmaDolce: • Life-enriching tours and excursions daily with personal headset included Call us at (314) • Wi-Fi access on board 771-8300 for a • Fine dining with all meals included complete itinerary during your cruise • Unlimited red & white wines from Europe’s great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board • Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily Featuring a custom ex• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner tension to Normandy • Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music perto commemorate the formances and evening piano music 70th Anniversary of D• Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours day.

• Services of a professional Cruise Manager • English speaking crew and a nonsmoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) Per person rates* (based on double occupancy) Window Piano Deck - No balcony (category D, E) $7400 Balcony Cello Deck - French balcony (category B, C) $8000 Balcony Violin Deck - French balcony (category A) $8130

Best of Ireland

Day 1: Overnight Flight to Dublin, Ireland.

Day 2: Galway City Meet our Irish Guide and depart for Galway City, the center of Ireland. Visit the monastery of Clonmacnoise, founded by St. Ciaran in the 6th century. 2-night stay in the city center. D Day 3: Connemara Visit the quaint town of Cong and enjoy a special lunch in Ashford Castle. This afternoon tour the Connemara region before traveling up the spectacular Inagh Valley to Leenane on the shore of Killary Harbor. Here we visit one of Ireland’s most romantic buildings, Kylemore Abbey. B, D Day 4: Cliffs of Moher Visit the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher with its dramatic drops to the Atlantic Ocean that can reach over 700 feet! Check into the a 4 star property in the heart of Killarney for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 5: Ring of Kerry Travel around the Ring of Kerry with its magnificent views. Enjoy lunch at a local pub. B, L Day 6: Blarney Castle, Cork City Travel to Blarney Castle, site of the world famous Blarney Stone with an opportunity for shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills. Visit the Cobh Heritage Center, which recalls the history this small town

played in the mass emigration to the US and Canada. Visit the Old Midleton Distillery before checking in to the hotel in Cork city center for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 7: Cork City area Visit the historic town of Kinsale and visit Charles Fort, built in the late 17th century by the English to protect the harbor against foreign forces. B, D Day 8: Kilkenny This morning we depart for Kilkenny. On our way visit The Rock of Cashel and then on to Kilkenny Castle, which has been an important site since the 12th century. Dinner and overnight in the Kilkenny Farmhouse. B, D Day 9: Dublin area Today we visit the Powerscourt Gardens. Check into hotel for 2-night stay at a 4-star property in Dublin city center. B, D Day 10: Dublin With a local guide we will see the sights of Dublin to include St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College, and the Christ Church, and the Guinness Brewery.

This evening enjoy traditional Irish music, food and dance at The Merry Ploughboy Pub. B, D Day 11: Return Home Depart on return flight home. B

Sept. 6-16, 2014 Per person rates* double $3580 single $4030

* Includes roundtrip flight from IND

This is a Sunrise Tours original itinerary. Local guides will enhance the tour. Call for a complete itinerary.

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California Zephyr Adventure

Day 1: Motorcoach to Osceola/Board Amtrak Fly into Kansas City and travel to Osceola, Iowa to board Amtrak’s California Zephyr.

Sleep in your own private roomette (see description in sidebar) as you make your way across the plains. D

Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 2014 Per person rates* double $2299 triple/quad $2165 single $3018

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND. Also, includes superliner roomette onboard Amtrak. To upgrade to a superliner bedroom is an additional $600 per person (limited availability). See desriptions below.

Day 2: Overnight/Amtrak in Rockies Wake up to enjoy breakfast on the train in the diner. It’s just like the old days.

Then, sit back and relax as the beauty of the Rockies passes by your large viewing window. Head back to the lounge car for a floor to ceiling view of the magnificent San Francisco scenery that unfolds. Enjoy breakfast, ferry ride across the bay to Alcatraz Island. For- Same price as 2013! lunch and dinner in the diner during this unbelievmerly off-limits to the public, the “Rock” invites us Favorite train able journey. Your room steward will help prepare to experience the beauty, history and uniqueness ride: California your cabin for your evening as you ride the rails. of this legendary federal prison. Next, enjoy the Zephyr through B, L, D “city by the bay” with a local guide. See the archi- the Rockies, Virginia tecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Day 3: Lake Tahoe Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the Enjoy breakfast on the train before arriving in bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf to Reno where we meet our coach and travel to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast Amtrak Superliner South Lake Tahoe. Board the M.S. Dixie II for a Enjoy a bit of nostalgia sunset to complete our day. B, D scenic lunch cruise to enjoy the natural beauty of as we travel via rail car Lake Tahoe and take in the dramatic splendor of out west on Amtrak’s Day 6: Monterey – the 17 mile drive Emerald Bay. B, L Zephyr.

Depart for Monterey via California There are two types the spectacular coastal Day 4: Napa Valley/San route, Highway 1, pass- of sleeper rooms; the Francisco ing along the famous Superliner Roomette Travel to beautiful Napa Val17 mile drive. One of and Superliner Bedley with their rolling hills and the most breathtaking room. Both styles of picturesque vineyards that coastlines in the world, rooms contain two dot the countryside. Enjoy see the wonders of the comfortable reclining a tour, tasting & picnic lunch ocean at the Monterey seats that fold down at V Sattui Winery in Napa, Bay Aquarium. Enjoy to a bed at night and which was awarded the 2012 a dinner and “Stroll the an upper berth folds Winery of the Year at the Row” (Cannery Row) this down from above. Suthird annual International perliner Bedroom also evening. B, D Winemaker Challenge. Confeatures a reclining tinue to San Francisco for easy chair and a priDay 7: Flight Home a two night stay in FisherBoard a flight home af- vate, very small selfman’s Wharf. B, L restroom ter a fantastic California enclosed with toilet, sink and Zephyr Adventure. B Day 5: Streets of San Franshower. cisco and More It’s off to Pier 33 to catch the Napa Valley

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Coastal California and Yosemite

Day 1: Fly to The San Francisco Bay area Arrive in San Francisco and check into the Fisherman’s Wharf area hotel for a two-night stay. D

Day 2: San Francisco Explore the hills of San Francisco with a guided tour of the City and discover the architecture, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy free time to explore Fisherman’s Wharf – from street entertainers to the world’s largest collection of historic ships. Next, embark on a Bay Cruise which routes around Alcatraz and underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Catch the amazing western sunset while dining at the Fog Harbor Fish House on Pier 39.

B, D Day 3: Yosemite National Park celebrates!

On June 30, 1864, amid the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant Act to protect Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove.

In 2014 our nation celebrates Yosemite’s 150th anniversary. Today, travel to Yosemite National Park, one of the nation’s most photographed parks, to enjoy the rugged beauty of Yosemite Valley. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at Yosemite View Lodge in a room that has scenic views of the Merced River! B, L Day 4: Magnificent Glacier Point Continue our exploration of Yosemite National Park on a tour which takes us to the breathtaking Glacier Point towering 3,200 feet directly above the valley floor, and featuring panoramic views of the magnificent Yosemite Falls and High Sierra.

Lunch at the award winning Ahwahnee Lodge Dining Room located in the heart of the park. B,L Day 5: Central Valley to Central Coast Visit Natural Bridges State Beach. Along with its natural bridge, the Monarch Grove provides a temporary home in the fall for up to 100,000 Monarchs. View the milkweed patch and explore the Visitor Center. Continue south along the coastline to Monterey, CA. Few places on earth can live up to their own mythology, but Monterey is a notable exception with its fabled coast and village-like pedestrian thoroughfares. Our 2- night stay at the Victorian Inn features a gas fireplace

in each guest room and sits just blocks away from September 5-14, 2014 the shoreline. B, D Per person rates* double $2999 Day 6: Monterey – the 17 mile drive triple/quad $2676 Explore Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach and Carmel and hear some behind the scenes sto- single $3970 ries from over 200 movies filmed in the area coupled with stops along the stunning 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach. Afterwards, see the wonders of the ocean at the Monterey Bay Aquarium located in Cannery Row where we will “Stroll the Row” and enjoy dinner this evening. B, D Day 7: Hearst Castle Visit the grandiose Hearst Castle, estate of publisher William Randolph Hearst, featuring 20,000 works of art and no less than 41 fireplaces. Continue our journey south with a stop to visit Solvang, CA, a unique town overflowing with Danish hospitality. Check into Santa Barbara hotel for a two night stay. B, D Day 8: Santa Barbara Hearst Castle See the highlights of this charming town including bubbling fountains, towering palms, cascading bougainvillea and fresh sea breezes with a local step-on guide. Visit the Mission Santa Barbara, founded in 1786, and learn over 200 years of California history. Enjoy some free time in downtown Santa Barbara before dinner and a delightful theater performance at the Granada Theater, home of the Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts. B, D

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heading to the Getty Villa, situated high atop a Malibu bluff. The Villa features ancient Roman art - M. Labitska and Mediterranean inspired gardens along with 2010 Mid-California amazing ocean views. Overnight in Los Angeles.

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beauty of Cape Cod at dinner. B, D September 6-13, 2014 Per person rates* • A guided tour of historic Boston, including Day 5: Martha’s Vineyard double $1838 famous landmarks of the Freedom Trail, Old Board the ferry for a ride to the triple/quad $1674 North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill timeless and enchanting Martha’s single $2331 Monument and more!

Vineyard; rich in history, inspira- * Includes airfare • Whale-watching cruise and Plymouth Rock tion, creativity, and beauty. Ac- from IND to BOS • A visit to Martha’s Vineyard companied by a local guide, visit Same price as 2013!

• Time to shop at Boston’s famous Quincy the island’s treasures - the picturMarket esque whaling community of Ed• A visit to the Breakers, an opulent “cottage” Favorite chowgartown, the lacy Victorian ginin Newport, RI der: Lobster Pot gerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs, • A guided tour of Cape Cod in Provincetown, the magnificent stone walls surBrent Day 2: Boston rounding oceanview fields of ChilEnjoy a full day with a local guide as we explore mark to the grand cliffs of Aquinnah (Gay Head), historic downtown Boston. So much history and the rustic feel culture in this city, including the site of the Bos- of West Tiston Massacre, the Paul Revere House and the USS bury, and the Constitution! B, D port town of Vineyard HaDay 3: Plymouth and Cape Cod ven. Martha’s Visit Plymouth for a look at the “rock” and a whale Vineyard has watching cruise! Embrace Cape Cod for a 3-night something to stay at the DoubleTree Hyannis and dine at a local offer everyfavorite tonight, Alberto’s Restaurante. B, D one. B, D Day 1: Fly into Boston Arrive via air in Boston, MA, check into the Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort Hotel and enjoy dinner while savoring the views of the beach. B, D

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Day 4: Cape Cod Tour Cape Cod with a local guide, view picturesque windmills, lighthouses, Cape Cod National Seashore Park and more. There will be plenty of time to shop, stroll, and people watch in quaint Provincetown. This evening take in the serene

Day 6: Newport, RI Visit the coastal town of Newport, Boston, MA 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 preAlways a good eminence in turn of the century America.

Enjoy some free time in historic downtown time and well planned diversified itinerary. before we begin our journey home. B,D

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Day 7: Eastern Ohio - Donna J. Travel across Pennsylvania and overnight in 2013 Cape Cod eastern Ohio. B, D Day 8: Return Home. B

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New York City and Hudson Valley

Day 1: Ohio Depart mid-day and travel east through Ohio for an overnight stay. D

Since Henry Hudson first sailed up his namesake river over 400 years ago, people have been visiting the Hudson Valley, rich in history and natural beauty. Combine this area with a visit to vibrant New York City on this exciting tour.

Day 2: Poughkeepsie, NY Travel across Pennsylvania to New York. Dine at Torches on the Hudson Restaurant featuring enchanting food, great views of the Hudson River, and the biggest fish tank you have likely ever seen! B, D Day 3: Hyde Park, West Point Military Institute Visit the lifelong home, museum, and final resting place of America’s longest serving U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt in Hyde Park. Enjoy a student guided tour and world class meal at the Culinary Institute of America, housed in a former Jesuit novitiate and one of the most prestigious culinary schools in the world. Did you know that the man who invented “Morse Code”, Samuel Morse, was also an accomplished artist? Visit Locust Grove Estate, a 200- acre estate built for Samuel Morse which is now a nature preserve and museum overlooking the Hudson River. B, L

Day 4: Gardens at Kykuit Tour the US Military Academy at West Point, the oldest military academy in the country. Walk the paths of generals and presidents as you trace the footsteps of our country’s great leaders. Visit the mansion and gardens at Kykuit, one of America’s most storied private residences and home of the Rockefeller family.

Continue to the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, NJ for a 3-night stay. B, West Point Military Institute D Day 5: Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty See NYC from a different perspective this day as we visit Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty and enjoy the magnificent view of the New York skyline from across the Hudson River. Enjoy free time in Times Square and see a hit Broadway theater performance (TBD). B, D

Sept. 8-15, 2014 Per person rates double $1699 triple/quad $1526 single $2219

The National Geographic Traveler editors listed the Hudson Valley as one of the 20 Best Trips of 2013.

Spectacular City Day 6: New York City tour and Broadway View: Top of the Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend Rock in NYC, the day exploring Central Park, St. Tammy Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique areas of Little Italy and Chinatown in lower Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero. After dinner, rise to the “Top of Thank you for the the Rock” in Rockefeller Center for a most wonderful trip bird’s eye view of the Big Apple. B, D

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The home of the Rockefeller family, Kykuit

Day 8: Return Home Arrive home early afternoon. B

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Star Spangled Banner Spectacular

Day 1: Ohio Depart mid-day and travel to mid-Ohio for an overnight stay. D

Day 2: The Poet Heading east, travel on scenic Old National Road, though the Cumberland Narrows, a natural gateway from the Ohio Valley through the Appalachian Mountain to Frederick, MD. A local expert will board the coach for a tour of the streets of Frederick where Francis Scott Key once lived, worshipped and practiced law in the early 1800’s.

Admire Key’s impressive Memorial and Grave at Frederick’s Mount Olivet Cemetery. Savor dinner at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, the site of several presidential speeches. Unpack your bags for a 4-night stay in Hanover, MD. B,D Day 3: “O! Say can you see?...”

Anniversary celebrations of the War of 1812 are thriving in Baltimore. Tour Fort McHenry, where the valiant defense of the fort inspired the poem to which our National Anthem was fashioned.

See the oldest known surviving manuscript of the “The Star Spangled Banner”. Explore the Star Spangled Banner Spectacular Festival on the famed Inner Harbor of Baltimore, the Museum of Industry and indulge in a patriotic lunch while watching the thrilling Blue Angels Air Show (pending schedule). Celebrate the historical moment aboard a special boat cruise in the Baltimore Harbor which allows full view of the Rocket’s Red Glare and Bombs Bursting in Air Fireworks Extrav-

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Day 4: Washington DC Travel a short jaunt south to Washington DC and revel in a day of exploration. View the actual flag of inspiration at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Enjoy a professionally guided highlights tour of DC including a White House photo stop. Spend time in the Smithsonian museums of your choice and appreciate the memorials with a drive-by tour including the Lincoln Memorial, National WWII Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and more. B,D Day 5: Annapolis, MD Tour the Festival Tall Ships in the Baltimore Harbor during a time designated just for groups!

Depart for Annapolis and embark on a walking tour of the proud US Naval Academy, founded

by John Paul Jones, Revolutionary War Hero. Get a glimpse into the life at the Academy past and present and watch as the Navy trains its future generations of aspiring midshipmen including the line up in “formation”. Spend time browsing historic Annapolis, Maryland’s capital city before dinner in Annapolis. B, D Day 6: 1730 The oldest town in West Virginia is Shepherdstown where the first settlement recorded documents date back to 1730. This small German community situated in the midst of historic battle sites was once the site of a Civil War impromptu hospital. Today it boasts a university and the 4-diamond Bavarian Inn where lunch will be served on the estate amidst warm furnishings of German influence.

Overnight in mid-Ohio.

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Inner Harbor of Baltimore

Per person rates double $1329 triple/quad $1188 single $1752 2014 marks the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Baltimore and the writing of our national anthem

by Francis Scott Key. Join us for a 4-night stay and visit Baltimore, Washington DC and Annapolis to celebrate!

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New York Encore

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. Enjoy a delicious dinner before we ascend the “Top of the Rock” observation deck to take in the breathtaking New York Skyline. On this tour, we will provide many local experiences from a subway ride to walking to the theatre.

Please note that some walking is required on this tour. D Day 2: New York City 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, the reconstruction at Ground Zero and much more. This evening enjoy orchestra seats for a Broadway show, to be determined. B, D

Day 3: New York City Like a real New Yorker, take the subway downtown to Battery Park and take the ferry to see Ellis Island (museum currently closed) and the Statue of Liberty. This afternoon is yours to enjoy as you please. Take in a matinee show, shop Madison Avenue or visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Your Sunrise Tour Manager will be available to help you chart a course for an exciting New York afternoon (cost of afternoon activities not included). B Day 4: New York City Take a short, early morning walk to Rockefeller Center to watch the Today Show (optional) before checking out of our hotel and heading to the airport for our return flight. B

September 2-5, 2014 Per person rates* double $1682 triple/quad $1505 single $2215 * Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Same price as 2013 sellout!

Favorite hotel: Belvedere Hotel, New York City, Deb

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Las Vegas and Hoover Dam Day 1: Las Vegas Board a flight for Las Vegas and check into the Golden Nugget Hotel, an AAA four diamond hotel, for a three night stay. The Golden Nugget is located in revitalized downtown Las Vegas on historic Fremont Street, which features the Fremont Street Experience, an overhead light show with 12.5-million LED lights. D Day 2: Hoover Dam and Cirque du Soleil This morning visit awe inspiring Hoover Dam for a guided tour of this marvel of American engineering. Board the Desert Princess, an authentic, three-level, Mississippistyle paddle wheeler for a relaxing cruise on Lake Mead, the largest water reservoir in the states.

After dinner head to the Bellagio to see the critically acclaimed and Hoover Dam

mesmerizing Cirque du Soleil show, “O”, featurSept. 24-27, 2014 ing some of the world’s best acrobats, swimmers, and divers that perform in, on, and above water Per person rates* creating a spectacular show! B, D double $1239 triple/quad $1196 Day 3: Historic Vegas single $1367 Las Vegas has a dark and seedy history and this * Includes roundtrip morning we will be joined by a local guide to edu- airfare from IND cate us on Vegas’ past ties to the mafia. End our Most Memorable tour at the Mob Museum, opened in 2012, which food: Bread Pudshowcases the battle between organized crime ding at The Goldand the law featuring one of a kind artifacts and interactive exhibits. The rest of the day is yours en Nugget, Charlene to explore Las Vegas! You may choose to try your luck on the casino floor, venture up to the Did you know? Building Vegas strip to do some shop- Hoover Dam required ping, or catch another show. B more than 5 million barrels of concrete.

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Canyonlands of Southern Utah Day 1: Cedar City, UT Fly into Las Vegas and travel to Cedar City for a 2-night stay as we begin our tour of the rugged west. D Day 2: Bryce Canyon Explore spectacular Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its multi-colored Hoodoos, a unique geological formation, and some of the world’s best air quality. Then discover the impressive but often missed Cedar Breaks National Monument, known for a mixture of delicate shades of colors.

This evening enjoy dinner and cowboy poetry. B, D Day 3: Capitol Reef and Moab Visit Capitol Reef National Park known for a water pocket fold (a giant wrinkle in the Earth’s crust) and its fruit orchards. Discover the small resort town of Moab, UT located at the center of some of the most stunning red rock landscapes on Earth. Tonight’s treat: a hearty barbeque dinner, then an exhilarating boat ride and the spectacular light show known as “Canyonlands by Night”.

Enjoy two nights rest in the heart of this quaint western town. B, L, D Day 4: Canyonlands National Park Discover the sculpted pinnacles and buttes of Canyonlands National Park and enjoy the commanding views across many miles of very deep canyons in all directions. Marvel at the amazing views of the snaking Colorado River at one of the most photographed scenic vistas: Dead Horse Point State Park. A picnic lunch on the riverside, then discover the red rock landscape of Arches National Monument, the world’s largest concentration of natural stone arches. Enjoy an evening at leisure. B, L Day 5: From Monument Valley to Lake Powell Hear about the Native American heritage of this area as we explore the back roads of Monument Valley, the eighth wonder of the world. A Navajo guide will lead us amid perhaps the most enduring and definitive images of the American West.

Cross into Arizona for a cruise on beautiful Lake Powell. The boat takes us into Navajo Canyon

with its tapestry laden walls and twisting Ante- Sept. 16-24, 2014 lope Canyon where we can almost touch the sides Per person rates* of the cliffs! B,D double $2450 triple/quad $2235 Day 6: Grand Canyon – North Rim single $3094 The mysteries of Glen Canyon Dam are explained * Includes roundtrip on a guided tour to the crest and inside the dam airfare from IND before traveling to the north rim of the Grand Canyon. Less visited than the south rim, but truly Combine this tour with as beautiful, enjoy spectacular views from Point Coastal California on Imperial, highest point on the canyon rim. Sit page 26 and take $400 back in the rocking chairs on the front porch of the off the combined per Western Cabins at historic Grand Canyon Lodge, person rate! just footsteps from the Canyon’s rim during this one night stay inside the Grand Canyon National Park. B, D Day 7: North Rim Explored Wake up to the still of The hoodoos at Bryce Canyon the Park then send greetings echoing across the Grand Canyon as you explore the park at leisure. Delight in the seemingly unlimited views from the North Rim with a step-on guide before heading to Kanab, UT for the night. B, D Day 8: Zion National Park Follow the lush Virgin River into Zion National Park where you are surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified sand dunes. Afterwards, continue on to Las Vegas to check into the four star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D Day 9: Fly Home Reflect on the incomparable natural beauty we have explored as we fly home. B

Favorite national park: Bryce Canyon on Canyonland tour, Carol

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Day 1: Kennebunkport, ME Board the flight to Boston, MA and travel a short drive to Kennebunkport, ME. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the welcoming and cozy Lodge on the Cove nestled in a wooded cove in historic Kennebunkport. D

Day 2: Coastal New England Dating back to early 1900’s the Kennebunkport trolley transported guests to their vacation destinations. Board the trolley for a narrated sightseeing tour covering 300 years of history and the Bush Presidential home. Explore the streets of quaint historic Kennebunkport before traveling down the coastline to historic seaport Portsmouth. Sail on a private charter aboard the Piscataqua, a traditional reproduction of the flat-bottom gundalow.

Educational and fun, the sail is a great way to see the city and river sights. Feeling adventurous?

Join the crew and help sail the ship! Explore the quaint street and shops of this wonderful jewel!

There is a saying, “when Boston needs a vacation, it loves Portsmouth.” B, D Day 3: Meredith, NH Visit New Hampshire’s own fairy tale castle, the Castle in the Clouds. Marvel at the 1914 arts and crafts mansion built high on the side of the Ossipee Mountains. Learn the rags to riches story of its owner and enjoy the magnificent fall foliage and lunch on its terrace. In the heart of Meredith Village, NH is the charming Inn at Mills Falls and Marketplace where we unpack for a 2-night stay.

Board the Winnipesaukee Railroad for a nostalgic scenic rail excursion along the shores of the lake and enjoy a special turkey dinner on board enroute! B, L, D Day 4: Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise aboard the M/S Mount Washington on Lake Winnipesaukee, “smiling waters”, to the port of Wolfeboro. Touted as the Oldest Summer Resort in America, enjoy leisure time before touring the Wright Museum. Learn how the museum collects and displays artifacts that illustrate WWII’s significant and lasting impact on American life.

Return to Meredith Village for a relaxing evening.

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Day 5: The “Kanc” Travel to North Conway, NH and board the Conway Scenic Railroad. The Notch Train travels on tracks that were laid in 1870 and offer some of the most dramatic natural fall foliage scenery in the East chugging through spectacular Crawford Notch to Crawford station. Disembark and grasp the beauty of the mountain during a one hour lunch layover before the return to Conway. Cross the “Kanc”, Kancamagus Scenic Byway, to 3,000 feet in elevation Lincoln, NH following a path cut through the National Forest with breathtaking views of foliage, the Swift River and Rocky Gorge.

Our hotel for the next 2 nights features views of Loon Mountain and overlooks the Pemigewasset River. What a sight! B, D

Per person rates* double $2099 triple/quad $1962 single $2510

Day 6: Mount Washington All Aboard!! The beauty Lake Winnipesaukee of the mountains and the thrill of ascending the Northeast’s highest peak are just as enchanting today as they were in 1869. Board the Mount Washington Cog Railway and climb up a 3-mile-long trestle to the 6,288foot summit. Soak in the spectacular panoramic view spanning the mountains and valleys of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, north into Canada, and east to the Atlantic Ocean! This afternoon, experience an interactive Maple Demonstration and Horse-drawn wagon ride at the Rocks Estate which has been featured on Good Morning America and in the Boston Globe. Ask about the infamous pickles! Cap the day by boarding the Emmy-awarded Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train (recently shown on the PBS “Great Scenic Railway Journeys”) and enjoy a scenic train ride through valleys and gorges while savoring a 4-course meal in the train restaurant. B, D Day 7: Return Home Memories made and cameras full; head home from Boston airport. B

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New England Cruise by Coach Day 1: Ohio Travel by motorcoach to northern Ohio. D Day 2: Canada Travel along the St. Lawrence River, one of the longest in North America, as we cross the border into Canada and overnight near Montreal. B, D Day 3: Embarkation (some activities listed are optional excursions and an additional expense) Depart for Quebec City and board the recently renovated Holland America’s ms Veednam.

Overnight in the port of Quebec City B, L, D Day 4: Quebec City and The Gulf of St. Lawrence 4:00pm departure Discover Quebec City and its legendary charm when you see the stone buildings and winding streets of Old Town. This afternoon cruise the scenic Gulf of St. Lawrence. B, L, D Day 5: Charlottetown, Prince Edward, CA 8:00am-5:00pm.

Walk the cobblestones of Victoria row, see the house that inspired “Anne of Green Gables” or explore the shore of Prince Edward Island National Park. B, L, D Day 6: Sydney, Canada 8:00am-4:00pm.

Sydney is home to Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Bras d’Or Lake and the scenic Cabot

Trail. B, L, D Day 7: Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA 8:00am-4:00pm.

Located on one of the planet’s great natural harbors Halifax is home to such landmarks as Citadel fortress, Pier 21 (Canada’s Ellis Island), and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. See the craggy coastlines of Peggy’s Cove and the restored German village of Lunenburg designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. B, L, D Day 8: Bar Harbor, ME 8:00am-5:00pm.

Explore Acadia National Park, one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, walk the streets of the town or relax on the Village Green. B, L, D Day 9: Boston, MA After disembarkation, explore Boston with a local guide to experience the history and culture. B, D

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Sept. 25-Oct. 6, 2013 Enjoy a 7-day New England and Canada cruise with Holland American aboard the ms Veednam. No need to board a plane to enjoy this cruise, enjoy leisurely coach transportation to and from the ports.

Per person rates* Category K (inside) double $3386 single $5291 Category D (outside) double $3636 Day 10: Central New York single $5791 Experience the peak of New England’s fall foliage Category B (balcony) as we travel through central New York. B, D double $4916 single $8351 Day 11: Mid-Ohio * Includes transportaFall color continues to blanket our path as we de- tion, cruise fare, taxes, part for Ohio with an overnight stay. B, D port fees, and meals as listed.

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West Virginia Train

Day 1: Lexington, KY In Lexington, KY our step-on guide will give us a behind the scenes look at a horse farm. D

Day 2: New River Gorge The Hawk’s Nest and New River Gorge Bridge are first on our list of “must sees.” The Hawk’s Nest is renowned for its overlook of the river and the massive New River Gorge Bridge is the country’s second highest bridge. Then take an exhilarating tram ride to the bottom of the gorge and take in the brilliant views of the fall foliage. Don’t let the name fool you – the New River is among the world’s oldest rivers (second only to the Nile). Its craggy, 1,000-foot deep, mile-wide gorge is a haven for nature and outdoor lovers from around the world. After a colorful afternoon mountain drive, arrive at Snowshoe Mountain, our home for the next two nights. B, D Day 3: Cass Mountain Railway Tour the impressive National Radio Astronomy Observatory Science Center, home to the

world’s premiere astronomical telescope. Board the scenic Cass Mountain Railway for a gorgeous trip which includes a stop at Whitacker and a trip to the top of Bald Knob Mountain, second highest in West Virginia. This evening visit the charming Inn at Mountain Quest for dinner. B, L, D Day 4: Blennerhassett Island & Salt Fork State Park Bid farewell to our mountaintop home and head to Parkersburg, West Virginia where a ferry transports us to Blennerhassette Island State Park.

Visit this scenic island on the Ohio River to tour the Mansion and take a wagon ride around the park. Travel to Cambridge, Ohio where the fall landscape of rural Guernsey County appears as a patchwork of forested hills, open meadows and misty valleys. At the heart of this region is Salt Fork State Park, Ohio’s largest state park and Salt Fork Lodge, our home for the night. B, D Day 5: Return home B

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New England Fall Adventure Day 1: Bayfront in Erie, PA Traveling northeast, arrive in Erie, PA for an overnight stay at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel.

Step outdoors to explore the Bayfront District and its shopping, Bicentennial Tower, and Liberty Park. B,D Day 2: Maritime Museum and Finger Lakes, NY Visit the Port Erie Maritime Museum and learn the history of the events, fishing, and the people surrounding Lake Erie. Next we make our way into the Finger Lakes Region of New York! Visit the George Eastman House and Museum for a guided tour to learn about the father of modern photography and founder of the Eastman Kodak Company. B, D Day 3: Vermont Continue eastward through central New York, visit Cooperstown and tour the Baseball Hall of Fame. This afternoon depart through the picturesque Green Mountains for a 2 night stay at The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort. B, D Day 4: Vermont Walk amid the colorful trees as we spend a glorious day in the mountains of Vermont with our local guide. Visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park which is the only national park to focus on conservation history and houses the historic Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller property. Before lunch visit the charming town of Woodstock, VT with some free time to shop on your own. After a stop at Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon Quechee Gorge, visit the Green Mountain Sugarhouse for a talk and sampling of their wonderful syrups. This evening enjoy a dinner served in the Castle of the Hill. B, D Day 5: New Hampshire, Ogunquit, ME The quaint villages, covered bridges, spiry church steeples, mountains and valleys dressed in fall colors await us as we travel the byways of Vermont and New Hampshire! See all of the places to explore before arriving at Maine’s picturesque and beautiful coast, our home for the next 3 nights. After dinner at a local restaurant, our final destination is Anchorage by the Sea a hotel

that overlooks the rugged coastline and adjoins a October 10-19, 2014 walking path on the Marginal Way. B, D Per person rates double $1965 Day 6: Ogunquit, ME triple/quad $1786 Board our coach to travel to Portland and see one single $2531 of the oldest working lighthouses in the U.S., the Portland Head Light. If you choose, enjoy some time in the Ogunquit downtown area or relax at the hotel to take in the coastline views. Tonight, enjoy an authentic Maine lobster bake dinner. B, D Day 7: Ogunquit, ME See the beautiful sights along Ogunquit’s shoreline from the boat and learn how to catch lobster on our own lobstering cruise! Then, travel to the quaint town of Kennebunkport. Spend some time taking in the towns various local shops and cuisines before we enjoy a narrated trolley tour of the town. B, D

Best Breakfast: Blueberry Cafe in Ogunquit, Maine, Pat

Day 8: Scenic Roads This morning, bid adieu to Maine and travel scenic roads through Massachusetts. Return to a Sunrise Tour traveler’s favorite, lunch at The Graduate Club, located in an historic 1800’s Federal- style, colonial building on Along the Marginal Way by hotel in Ogunquit, ME the Yale campus. After this meal that satisfies the historian and the hungry, travel into New Jersey for our overnight stay. B, L Day 9: Chocolate Fall foliage continues to delight the eye as we travel through Pennsylvania. Got a sweet tooth?

Get some Hershey Happiness when we explore Hershey’s Chocolate World including a Chocolate Tasting Adventure! B, D Day 10: Ohio Relax and reflect on the scenic memories just realized these past days as we travel home. B

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Southwest Grand Adventure Day 1: Fly into Las Vegas, NV Fly into Las Vegas and check into the four-star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino with time to relax or take in the Fremont Experience. D Day 2: Grand Canyon, AZ Visit the Grand Canyon, with time to enjoy the views at your leisure. Our home tonight is in the park directly on the South Rim at Kachina Lodge!

Dinner included at Bright Angel Lodge. Get your camera ready for a memorable sunset. B, D Day 3: Wupatki Monument & Flagstaff, AZ Awake to Sunrise at the rim! After breakfast in the historic El Tovar Hotel, take a scenic drive with photo stops along the magnificent East Rim. Visit both an ancient Native American Pueblo at the Wupatki National Monument and Sunset Crater.

Travel to Flagstaff for a two-night stay at Little America Hotel. B, D Day 4: Oak Creek Canyon & Sedona, AZ Pass through Oak Creek Canyon towards Sedona.

USA Today called this rugged canyon the “most scenic drive in North America.” Take a narrated trolley ride through Sedona complete with a stop at the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Enjoy lunch with a view and time to browse the local galleries and shops. Back in Flagstaff learn about a famous local family at the Riordan Mansion. B, L Day 5: Special Shapes Glowdeo at Balloon Fiesta & Albuquerque, NM Travel to Albuquerque, host to the world famous International Balloon Fiesta. Check into the Drury Inn located near the Fiesta Park for a 3-night stay. This evening’s actvities include the Special Shapes Glowdeo and the AfterGlow Fireworks Show. What a sight to see! Stroll between these fan favorite balloons out on the launch field and then, as the sun sets, enjoy the dazzling evening balloon glow. Following the glow, sit back in your reserved seat for the best view of the fireworks.

B, D Day 6: Santa Fe, NM Early this morning you have the option of taking a hot air balloon ride with remarkable views of the

sunrise (at your own expense). Then we’re off to charming Santa Fe, NM to enjoy a unique culinary experience. The Santa Fe School of Cooking, as featured on the Food Network, will educate and entertain you while preparing your lunch. Discover the many charms of Santa Fe with our local guide who will explain the history of the area and of sites such as Saint Francis Cathedral. B, L, Hot Apps

Oct. 6-15, 2014 Per person rates* double $2548 triple/quad $2317 single $3242

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

Combine this tour with Canyonlands on page Day 7: Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension & Sandia 31 and take $450 off the combined per perPeak Rise and Shine! The glorious mass balloon ascen- son rate! sion is a thrilling experience as hundreds of vividly colored hot air balloons rise in the morning sky, Las Vegas, Grand and you are right next to them as they fill with air Canyon, Santa Fe and ascend. Visit the Albuquerque International and the Albuquerque Balloon Museum before heading to lunch. After Balloon Festival! lunch board the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway, the world’s longest tram, lifting off from the desert floor and traveling along for 2.7 miles above the Cibola National Forest to Sandia Peak. At the top experience a panoramic vista of the great Southwest. B, L, Hot Apps Day 8: Indian Pueblo Cultural Center & Route 66 Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, your gateway to the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico, which showcases the traditions, art and craftsmanship of these vital people. Continue to travel along iconic Route 66, stopping for a unique lunch before arriving in Amarillo, TX for our overnight stay.

B, L, Hot Apps Day 9: National Cowboy Museum & Oklahoma City Memorial Today offers you two unique experiences. Tour the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum with more than 28,000 Western and American Indian art works and artifacts. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the museum. We will also visit the well designed and contemplative Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. Overnight in Oklahoma City. B, L Day 10: Return Home Return flight home with some amazing photos to share and delightful stories to tell. B

Favorite Event: Mass Hot Air Balloon Ascension in Albuquerque, Charlene

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Hilton Head and Amelia Island Day 1: Hilton Head, SC Fly into Atlanta and travel to the Southern climate with 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 in 2013 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. Tonight dine out at one of the “local favorites”, a hidden gem you will not forget. B, D Day 2: Hilton Head, SC A full day free to explore Hilton Head as you want.

There are many options available: Take a 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 and escape to the spa for a 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! B Day 3: Hilton Head, SC Drive north along the coast to the colorful town of

Beaufort, SC known as “America’s happiest seaNov. 2-9, 2014 side town”. Discover beautiful pre-revolutionary Per person rates* homes on narrow streets shaded by live oaks traildouble $1821 ing Spanish moss. B, D triple/quad $1651 single $2331 Day 4: Savannah, SC/Amelia Island, FL * Includes roundtrip airTravel to the gracious and enchanting coastal fare from IND town of Savannah for an informative Trolley Tour.

See lovely garden squares and unique architecture for which the city is famous. Enjoy lunch on River Street followed by free time to explore.

Continue to Amelia Island, FL, a hidden gem surrounded by Victorian architecture and a taste of island life at its best. Unpack for three nights at the charming Hampton Inn and Suites Harbor Front located in the heart of historic downtown Fernandina Beach, overlooking the Fernandina Beach Marina. B, L Day 5: Amelia Island, FL Visit St. Augustine founded by Juan Ponce de Leon in his search for the legendary Fountain of Youth. Explore America’s oldest city on a local guided tour. Lunch is at Barnacle Bill’s, a local tradition since 1981, followed by an afternoon visit to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and evening return to Amelia Island. B, L Day 6: 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, take a carriage ride or stroll down Centre Street for great shopping. 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! B, D Day 7: Atlanta, GA Say farewell to this sunny island and head to the bustling city of Atlanta for a visit and overnight stay.

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Oak trees often seen in Savannah and Beaufort.

Most Memorable sunrise: Hilton Head Island, Charlene

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The 126th Rose Parade and more!

Stop and smell the roses at the 126th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California! Always a favorite with Sunrise Tours travelers, this wonderful New Year’s trip packed with lots of activity is sure to foster many fond memories.

Day 1: Fly into Los Angeles Catch a flight into Los Angeles and check into our comfortable hotel for the duration of the trip. D Day 2: Los Angeles sightseeing Spend the day exploring Los Angeles with a local guide. 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; Bringing in the New Year Go behind the scenes to see how the Rose Bowl floral floats are actually constructed and decorated. Don’t be shy in asking questions. The volunteers are thrilled to let you discover the final stages of float decorating! Enjoy lunch on your own in Old Pasadena. Visit the Getty Museum which offers ancient to modern art, beautiful, tranquil gardens in a dramatic architectural setting. Enjoy spectacular vistas of the hills and Pacific Ocean in the distance before returning to our hotel. Welcome the New Year on St. Louis time with our own “Midwest New Year’s Eve celebration”, to be ready to rise early the next morning for the 126th Rose Parade! B, D

Day 4: “Happy New Year!”

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 well-rehearsed marching bands pass by! Journey through the Petersen Automotive Museum and explore one of mankind’s greatest achievements and obsessions: the automobile. The museum features the history of cars beginning with a 1901 streetscape and showcases automobiles of glamour and celebrity. Whether you’re an avid car fan or not, Queen Mary you’ll leave this venue filled with nostalgia! Kick off the New Year with an early dinner and time to relax in the hotel before retiring for the night. B, D Day 5 Reagan Library and Queen Mary Take a scenic drive along the coast and over mountains to Simi Valley for a visit to the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum.

This year’s 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. This evening, tour the mystery and history of the Queen Mary before an onboard delicious dinner.

B, D Day 6: Return flight home

Float at the Rose Bowl Parade

Dec. 29, 2014Jan. 3, 2015 Per person rates* double $2196 triple/quad $2023 single $2715

* Includes roundtrip airfare from IND

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Wonderful planned trip. I would highly recommend to friends.

Ann S., 2012 Rose Bowl Parade

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Best Parade: To u r n a m e n t of Roses Parade, Pat

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Policies Cancellations Our refund policy for cancellations varies according to the type of tour. Your deposit for an overnight tour is fully refundable up to the final payment due date. On any cancellation made after final payment is due, we reserve the right to withhold monies for non-refundable expenses.

All overnight motorcoach: Full refund up to the day of departure for medical reasons except for non-refundable expenses to us. Many hotels, restaurants & activities require pre-payment.

Fly/Coach: The motorcoach portion of the tour is fully refundable (except for non-refundable expenses incurred by us) up to the day before departure for medical reasons. The refund of the flight portion of the cost is dictated by the airline.

If we can get a refund on the flight or find someone to use the ticket, we will certainly pass that refund on to you. However, if we cannot obtain a refund, we will be unable to refund that portion of the tour price.

Cruise: Refund for cancellation of cruises depends on the cruise line and if you have purchased their optional trip cancellation insurance. Please call for questions on a specific cruise.

One day tours: Please see “How to book a day trip” on next page for details.

Final Payment Your final payment is due 30 days before departure for an all-motorcoach tour and 60 days before departure for tours involving air unless otherwise noted. For one day tours, full payment is due in full upon making reservation.

Included in the Tour Price (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. Tips for the driver, tour managers, and step-on guides are left to the discretion of the traveler and should be in accordance with services received. Typical gratuities for tour manager and driver are

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

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 pickup points based on demand. All pickup points may not be offered on each departure.

W 5805 Rockville Rd. (Sam’s Club) N 9333 N. Meridian St. (Meridian N. Shopping Center) E 7610 Old Trails Road (Best Western Crossroads) S Meijer 5325 E Southport Rd Indianapolis, IN 46237

Identification For any tour that leaves the United States, you must have a valid passport.

Photo ID’s are required on domestic 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 on overnight tours we accept Visa, Mastercard, 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.

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 An Overnight Tour...

After you have booked a tour and we have received your deposit, the following is a schedule of correspondences: 1) confirmation will be sent upon receipt of deposit 2) your final payment is due 30 days before departure for an all-motorcoach tour or 60 days before departure for tours involving air (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 etc...

4) you will receive an itinerary on the first day of the tour Groups If you’ve got a group of travelers, give us a call to discuss possible special discounts 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.

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Booking Forms & Procedures Tour*: Name: (as appears on ID) Nickname: Address: Phone number:

Please check appropriate boxes: single triple double quad smoking non-smoking * If your tour involves a flight, date of birth is required. Please provide below:

Email address: Roommate (s): Pickup point most convenient for you (actual pickup point may vary by demand): W 5805 Rockville Rd. (Sam’s Club) N 9333 N. Meridian St. (Meridian N. Shopping Center) E 7610 Old Trails Road (Best Western Crossroads) S Meijer 5325 E Southport Rd Indianapolis, IN 46237

I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on page 38.

Please send a brochure to my friend (include name and full address):

How to book an overnight tour:

1. When you decide on a tour, you are welcome to give us a call to reserve your space and then continue to complete the following steps, or you can simply move on to step #3 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

cruises - please call (deposits vary according to cruise line and length of cruise) 4. Mail in the form along with the deposit to: If you have any

(make checks payable to) Sunrise Tours 7911 Hunters Path questions please

Indianapolis, IN 46214 give us a call at 5. Please take a minute to read our policies and procedures.

(317) 254-8945.

How to book a day trip:

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 #3 2. Complete the above booking form. Please include any special requirements (diet, seat request etc.)

3. Payment is due in full at time of booking. Cash or check only for 1-day trips.

4. Please take a minute to read our policies and procedures.

5. Day trip cancellation policy: After payment, full refund minus $10 processing fee if cancellation does not affect minimum or unrecoverable funds. No refund for tours canceled 48 business hours before departure. Travelers will receive a full refund for tours canceled by Sunrise Tours due to insufficient number of participants or unavoidable issues.

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Tour Manager Favorites We asked our tour managers to submit some favorites from all the tours they’ve been on. Below, you’ll find a sampling of how they responded. Also, throughout the brochure and wherever you see a blue star, you’ll find others.

Favorite cathedral: Notre Dame in Montreal on Crème de la Crème tour, Carol Favorite restaurant: Schusters for shecrab soup and benny wafers, Charleston, SC, Southern Charm tour, Carol Favorite restaurant: Portuguese Bakery for great sandwiches and pastries, Provincetown, Cape Cod tour, Carol Favorite Christmas visits: the Biltmore and The Homestead 1776, Charlene Best place to buy a cowboy hat: Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Deb Best porch sitting: Grand Hotel, Deb Best place to feel like a kid again: Karin

Overbeck’s garden, Door County, Deb Favorite place to people watch: Times Square, Deb Favorite Gardens: Butchart Gardens, Jan Favorite candy store: Ryba’s Fudge Shop (the one with the pink awnings) on Mackinac Island, Jan Most Fun Museum: Music House, Jan Most Moving Museum: Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, Jan Favorite Train Ride: Durango-Silverton, Jan Most Scenic Drive: Colorado National Monument, Pat Favorite Entertainment: Broadway Plays in New York, Pat Favorite Hotel: Biltmore Hotel, Pat Best Prime Rib: Frankie Bones in Asheville, North Carolina, Pat Best Shopping: Freeport, Maine, Pat Best Taxi Ride: Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan, Pat Favorite Seaside walk: Marginal Way “Anchorage by the Sea” hotel, Tammy