Sunrise Tours - St. Louis - Spring 2013

june 2013 - june 2014 volume xxxii

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2013 Loyalty Program We’re happy to continue offering the loyalty program again in 2013. So, on your 2nd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2013, subtract $50 off your tour price. On the 3rd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2013, 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 2013.)

New York City New York City is host to over 50 million visitors each year because of its fantastic mix of museums, sights, restaurants and culture. Take the stress out of navigating this vibrant city by joining Sunrise Tours on one of many tours featuring New York City; New York Encore on page 11, New York City & Washington DC on page 20, New York City & Hudson Valley on page 21, Macy’s Day Parade on page 38, NYC 5 Boroughs on page 51, and NYC & East Coast Isles on page 53.

One Day Tours The Hill with Joe DeGregorio

Thursday, June 13, 2013 The Hill, nationally known for its food, birthplace of baseball greats, Church, shotgun houses and painted fire hydrants, remains a tightly woven community. Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate recently opened a new factory which we will visit along with Ravioli making demo, the private Bocce Club and St. Ambrose Church. Joe will keep you entertained with his wealth of stories. Free time to visit a grocery store, a bakery and Herbaria soaps. Lunch at Mama Toscano’s and dessert at Gelato di Riso are included. L $95

Sonny Rollins, Jazz Icon

Saturday, June 22, 2013 Sonny Rollins “Saxophone Colossus” is an American jazz tenor saxophonist whose career has earned him honors, accolades and awards. In 2011 he received our nation’s highest honor for artistic excellence, the Medal of Arts. Since practicing on the Williamsburg Bridge to sold out concerts worldwide, his live performances are unforgettable. His last show at the Touhill had a staggering seven standing ovations. He remains one of the few surviving icons from the golden era of jazz. Center orchestra seats at the Touhill. Dinner prior to the 8 PM show at Ferguson Brewing Company. D $132

TABLE OF CONTENTS One day tours JUNE 2013 Badlands & Yellowstone Grand Michigan Indiana Amish California Cards Baseball

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CA National Parks p. 22 Colorado Train p. 23 Canyonlands p. 24 Kentucky p. 25 New England Cruise by Coach p. 26 New England Fall Adventure p. 27 Southwest Grand Adventure p. 28

JULY 2013 Europe in Wisconsin Michigan Tall Ships Oregon Trail Northwest Coast KC Grandparent Apostle Islands Cards/Atlanta Road Trip

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OCTOBER 2013 West Virginia Train Indiana Covered Bridges Wisconsin Fall Color Laurel Highlands Fall Fall in the Blue Ridge Mtns Italy Pilgrimage Ozark Fall Fall in the Smokies

AUGUST 2013 New York Encore Northwest Coast New York & the Berkshires Pacific Northwest Bar Harbor & Canada Rocky Mountain High Cape Cod & more

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NOVEMBER 2013 Australia/New Zealand p. 35 Amish Country Christmas p. 36 Biltmore Christmas p. 36 Traditional Thanksgiving p. 37 Branson Holiday p. 37 European Christmas Markets p. 38

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DECEMBER 2013 Chicago Holiday p. 39 New Orleans Cajun Christmas p. 39 Greenbrier Holiday p. 40 New Year’s Eve French Lick p. 40 Colorado New Year’s Eve p. 41

SEPTEMBER 2013 Door County Fall Mystery Yellowstone and more NYC & Washington DC NYC/Hudson Valley

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JANUARY 2014 Florida Stay N Play p. 42 Panama Canal Cruise/coach p. 43 FEBRUARY 2014 Winter in Yellowstone p. 43 Southern California p. 44 Biloxi p. 45 MARCH 2014 Bahamas Cruise by Coach Washington DC

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APRIL 2014 Southern Charm Georgia on My Mind

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MAY 2014 Creme de la Creme Niagara Falls & Blooms Spring Mystery

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JUNE 2014 NYC 5 Boroughs Made in the USA Bermuda Cruise by Coach NYC & the East Coast Isles

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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.

Root Beer at Crown Valley Brewery. L $99

Fireworks Cruise

Thursday, July 4, 2013 It is Spectacular! It is Patriotic! It is the most comfortable way to enjoy the St. Louis riverfront fireworks show. Relax in airconditioned comfort as we gently cruise the Mississippi River and listen to the sounds of the delightful Dixieland band while dining on your choice of entrée including Prime Rib, Chicken Champagne or Alaskan Pollock. After returning to the dock, experience having the best seats to watch the dazzling fireworks display from your table, the outside boat decks or from the dock.

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St. Louis Landmarks Transformed

Dam on the Mississippi River

Wednesday, July 17, 2013 A makeover, a restoration and an expansion have transformed three St. Louis landmarks. We begin with a private tour of Central Library, “The People’s Palace”, where the makeover brought the library into the 21st Century while honoring the building’s past. The same can be said for the Art Moderne-inspired Peabody Opera House, painstakingly restored to its stately and dignified elegance. Opening June 29th, the David Chipperfield-designed expansion at the St. Louis Art Museum creates new gallery space within a building that showcases a distinctive architectural character that compliments its Forest Park site. An exquisite Lunch awaits you in the Museum’s new resPeabody Opera House taurant. L $111

Ste. Genevieve Tigers & Libations

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Head to the rolling hills and lush countryside of Ste. Genevieve County and leave the driving to us. At Cave Vineyard, enjoy a wine tasting and learn about their unique operation. A visit to Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary is an unforgettable experience.

See these majestic animals up close as you hear about their rescue and amazing care. Enjoy a delicious Lunch and award winning wine tasting at Chaumette Vineyards and enjoy their spectacular hillside view. Sample Craft Beers or the homemade

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Lock & Dam Cruise

Saturday, October 19, 2013 Join us as we cruise through the fascinating Mississippi River lock system aboard a replica 19th Century steamboat. Learn about this engineering feat as you enjoy a delicious Buffet Lunch. A charming Dixieland Band and the Captain’s informative commentary will entertain you during the leisure 4 ½ hour cruise from the Arch to the mouth of the Missouri River and back. L $108

Holiday Brass Concert

Tuesday, December 3, 2013 A great way to begin your Holiday Season is at the 22nd Annual Holiday Brass Concert featuring members of the International Women’s Brass Conference. Susan Slaughter will lead this morning performance of brass ensembles in traditional carols.

They will be joined by adult and children’s choirs, as well as special guest performers for a memorable holiday experience.

Again this year we have reserved the front rows, giving you the best seats in the house to enjoy the concert. After the performance, enjoy a delicious lunch at The Kitchen Tavern & Bar. We will return you to your pick-up location before dark, filled with holiday warmth to last the season. L $99

Country Christmas Charm

Wednesday, December 11, 2013 The warmth and charm of small towns during the Holiday Season has been the focus of poetry, literature and beloved classic movies. We hope to capture that spirit as we venture to four quaint communities in Illinois. We begin in Okawville, IL with tours of the decorated Schlosser Home as well as the Schlosser Brick House. Enjoy lunch and some wine tasting in Aviston, IL at Hidden Lake Winery. You’ll have a chance to do a little Holiday Shopping at several shops or sample tea at Fezziwig’s Marketplace along the picturesque bricked St. Louis Street in historic Lebanon, IL. Christmas tours are not complete without an outdoor light display so we will drive through the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 44th Annual Way of Lights display in Belleville, IL. L $94

About Sunrise Tours

e have enjoyed so many new travelers and added so many people to our mailing list the last few years, we thought it would be appropriate to introduce ourselves! Sunrise Tours is a family owned and operated company that was started by Jim and Charlene Dalrymple in the basement of their St. Louis County home in 1993 – although their first tour did not materialize until 1994. The company has grown steadily over the years,

and now consists of 23 fantastic employees and offices in St. Louis, Indianapolis and Kansas City. We pride ourselves on delivering extremely high quality tour experiences at a fair price, and we consider repeat Sunrise Tours customers our most important marketing “tool”. If you’ve traveled with us before, welcome back! If not, take a look inside this tour catalog and let us surprise you with an incredible Sunrise Tour.

Badlands and Yellowstone National Park

Breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, lively western towns…it’s the area of the country where June 12-22, 2013 the locals say “This is God’s Country, only he left the gate open”. Come explore Yellowstone, Jackson, Mt. Rushmore, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Cody all aboard the comforts of a motor- Per person rates double $2493 coach. triple/quad $2199 Day 1: Sioux City, NE single $3377 Travel across Missouri and along the river into Day 7: Jackson, WY Iowa for an overnight stay in Sioux City. D Let’s explore more of this unique land. Head south to the Grand Tetons and Jenny Lake. Browse Day 2: Rapid City, SD Teton Village before lunch in the beautiful Mural Explore the Badlands of South Dakota today and Room at Jackson Lake Lodge. Then enjoy a sceenjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug store. We nic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons will stay in Rapid City for 2 nights. B, D as the backdrop. Afterwards, we’ll continue into historic Jackson where you will have leisure time Day 3: Rapid City, SD to explore Jackson Square, located in the heart of A local guide will take us to visit Mount Rushmore, Jackson, WY. B, L All motorcoach Crazy Horse Monument and the Black Hills. Travel tour! to Custer State Park featuring 71,000 acres of un- Day 8: Grand Tetons spoiled land, pristine lakes and roaming buffalo. Breakfast in the fresh outdoors at a Chuck wagEnjoy a Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour into one of the on will cap our experiences in Jackson. Board largest herds of bison in North America. Included the coach and lunch in the historic State Game Lodge where travel southeast to Presidents Eisenhower and Coolidge dined. B, L Fort Collins, CO for a two night stay. B, Day 4: Cody, WY D Depart Rapid City this morning and begin our trek to Cody, WY. Along the route, we will see Devil’s Day 9: Rocky NaTower, and pass through the beautiful Big Horn tional Park Mountains. Tonight, relax in the comforts of Explore Rocky The Cody, a hotel featuring luxury lodging in the Mountain National American West. All summer, Cody hosts a nightly Park driving on Rodeo and your tour manager will help you secure Trail Ridge Road, tickets if interested (optional). B, D “a scenic wonder road of the world,” Thermal pool in Yellowstone National Park Day 5: Yellowstone with a sweeping Visit the Buffalo Bill Museum before driving into view of the Rockies to the Alpine Visitor Center Yellowstone Park. We will stay 2 nights at Grant located at 11,796 feet above sea level and about Village, centrally located within Yellowstone two miles north of the highest point on Trail Ridge I really love the Park. Enjoy dinner in the Old Faithful Inn this eve- Road. Enjoy a catered meal at the beautiful Al- meals with the great ning with time to explore the area. The Old Faith- luvial Fan picnic area. B, L views - Mural Room, ful Inn is one of the few remaining log hotels in Dornan’s, Old Faithful the United States. Highlights include the 65 foot Day 10: Eastern Kansas ceiling in the lobby and the rhyolite fireplace. B, D Board the coach for a comfortable drive to over- Inn. night in mid-Kansas after a delightful dinner. B, D JoAnn J., 2012 Badlands & YellowDay 6: Yellowstone stone Bring your cameras and be prepared to enjoy the Day 11: Return Home best of Yellowstone today with our own personal Return home with stories to tell and pictures to guide. Old Faithful! Geysers! Paint Pots! All in all, share. B a day of geological wonders and plenty of wildlife!

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“Grand” Vacation to Michigan

Day 1: South Haven, MI Depart St. Louis aboard a luxury motorcoach and travel north through Illinois to mid-Michigan along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan. D

Fun Facts: • At 660 feet, the Grand Hotel’s front

porch is the world’s longest and is visible as you approach the island.

• No motorized vehicles are allowed on Mackinac Island. All transportation is provided by horse and carriage or bicycle. Mackinac Island is only accessible by ferry boat or plane.

• While more than 1 million people visit Mackinac Island each year, there are only 600 year-round residents.

• The Grand Hotel plants one ton of bulbs each fall including 24,000 tulips and 3,000 daffodils.

• In 2010, Saugatuck came in fourth in Budget Travel Magazine’s ten coolest towns in America

Day 2: Grand Traverse Bay Browse charming Saugatuck, known as “The Art Coast of Michigan”, and its downtown Village Square area featuring art galleries and shops. This afternoon, tour the Music House; a museum of old time music machines that pleasantly surprises Sunrise travelers every time! Then we are off to our lakefront hotel, The Parkshore Resort, with beautiful views on the lovely shores of Grand Traverse Bay for a 2- night stay. B, D

Day 3: Sleeping Bear Dunes and Grand Traverse Bay What a spectacular resort area!

Take a scenic drive around Old Mission Peninsula where cherry The porch at the Grand Hotel orchards abound, then along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Visit a charming port town and the Cherry Republic. B, L Day 4: Mackinac Island, overnight at Grand Hotel Travel along Lake Michigan this morning and ferry to Mackinac Island. Then be transported by horse and carriage to the world renowned Grand Hotel,

the island’s premier luxury resort, where the longest porch in the world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. Enjoy some free time in town, and after dinner in the Grand Hotel’s elegant dining room, take time to enjoy a leisurely sunset stroll through the grounds. B, D

Day 5: Mackinac Island and Grand Rapids After a restful night in one of the Grand’s beautiful rooms and breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a horse drawn carriage tour of the island with free time to explore on your own, or to shop the quaint stores of the village. Before we depart the island, we have our third delectable meal at the Grand Hotel; lunch at the incomparable Grand Buffet! Travel to Grand Rapids for our overnight stay. B, L Day 6: Return Home Return to St. Louis having had a very “Grand” vacation! B

Carriage at the Grand Hotel

June 13-18, 2013 Per person rates double $1224 triple/quad $1118 single $1610

Same price since 2009! Just a few spots left - June 20 departure sold out!

According to a recent vote by viewers of Good Morning America Sleeping Bear Dunes was chosen as “the most beautiful place in the USA”

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Indiana Amish Country & Quilt Gardens

Day 1: Shipshewana, IN Travel to Shipshewana, IN, the heart of Indiana’s vibrant Amish country, and enjoy a hearty dinner at the Blue Gate Restaurant, located within the Riegsecker Marketplace. After dinner, take a look at the unique items in the Riegsecker Marketplace, featuring wood products that have made the Riegsecker name known throughout the Midwest. Our home for the next three nights is the Farmstead Inn, whose large rooms were designed to evoke the feeling of a quaint farmhouse. D Day 2: Elkhart County Enjoy a local guided tour of Elkhart County Historical Museum and the famous Quilt Gardens of Shipshewana. The beautiful and unique flower

gardens are planted in large scale quilt patterns.

Visit Guggisberg Deutsch Käse Haus Cheese Factory, honored in 2010 at the World Dairy Expo for making the world’s best Colby! Enjoy dinner and a show at Amish Acres, site of the first Amish settlement in Indiana and of the popular Round Barn Dinner Theater (show TBD). B, D

June 26-29, 2013

Per person rates double $690 triple/quad $620 single $897

Day 3: Amish Discover the Amish and Mennonite culture at the Menno-Hof and enjoy some free time at the Trading Place Flea Market, the largest of its kind in the Midwest! Make a quick stop at the Dutch Country Market before an authentic Amish dinner at Das Dutchman Essenhaus. B, D Day 4: Return home

Cardinals California Baseball Day 1: Fly to Oakland Board a morning flight for beautiful San Francisco where we will enjoy some free time at the Fisherman’s Wharf and dinner at Fog Harbor Fish House. After dinner travel across the bay to Oakland and check into the Courtyard Marriott Downtown. D Day 2: Game 1 Enjoy a leisurely morning to explore Oakland before we catch the first game of the trip against last year’s surprise AL West Champion, the Athletics. Enjoy the game from our field level seats in section 108 at the O.co Coliseum. Stop for dinner before returning to the hotel. B. D Day 3: San Francisco Cross the bay to San Francisco where we will enjoy a tour with a local guide. See the architecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars, and many scenic views of the bay.

After our tour head south and an overnight stay near the charming Danish town of Solvang. B, D Day 4: Anaheim – Game 2 Take some time to browse the quaint shops, visit the windmills, or enjoy a Danish pastry in Solvang. Travel to beautiful Santa Barbara and enjoy the views and time at California’s oldest working wharf, Stearns Wharf. Continue south to Anaheim and check into the highly rated Ayers Hotel right next to Angels Stadium. This evening we see the Cardinals battle the Angels from our great field box seats! This is their first meeting

with slugger Albert Pujols since he chose Califor- June 29-July 5, 2013 nia over St. Louis. B, L Per person rates* double $2049 Day 5: Game 3 triple/quad $1884 Enjoy a free day to explore the Anaheim and Los single $2545 Angeles area. You may choose to join a Los Ange- * Includes roundtrip les city tour, venture to Disneyland or relax pool airfare from STL side at the hotel. The Angels feature one of baseball’s best lineups including Pujols, 2012 Rookie of the Year Mike Trout and newly acquired slugger Josh Hamilton. Watch them do battle in game 3 of our trip from box seats! B

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Day 6: 4th of July & Game 4 Ring in the 4th of July with a patriotic visit to a local festival featuring vendors, food and a parade(optional).

This evening we see the final game of our trip from great seats followed by evening fireworks over Angels Stadium to celebrate America’s birthday. B, L (subject to change based on game time) Day 7: Return flight Today we catch our direct flight back to St. Louis.

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Europe in Wisconsin

Day 1: Milwaukee Leave your passports at home; we’re off to Milwaukee, our home base for the next two nights. D Day 2: Milwaukee or “Munich of the West” Our local step-on guide will take us on a tour of Milwaukee...Euro-style! Enjoy a tour of the opulent Pabst Mansion, and free time in the quaint Old World Third Street district for shopping and lunch on your own. This afternoon, we’ll begin our journey, similar to the European immigrants of Wisconsin, aboard a canal boat. As we cruise along the river, imagine how it felt to arrive in Milwaukee as you enjoy the outstanding views of its modern and historic icons and buildings on the shores of downtown. Then we’re off to Milwaukee’s most famous restaurant, Mader’s German Restaurant, for our delicious dinner and an opportunity to behold the extensive Stein collection and Hummel Figurines in their Tower Gallery and gift shop. B, D

Day 3: New Glarus or “Little Switzerland” See a glimpse of the multi-cultural European influence at Old World Wisconsin, before visiting Stoughton, a town that at the turn of the 19th century had the largest number of Norwegian immigrants in Wisconsin. Then it’s off to Madison to admire the diverse ethnic heritage reflected

throughout the State Capitol Building; a visit to the Italian Greenbush neighborhood; and a delicious Italian feast before we check into the Chalet Landaus, New Glarus, Wisconsin, the “Little Switzerland” of America, for the next 2 nights. B, D

Day 2: Frankenmuth, MI Willkommen! Travel to Frankenmuth, MI to enjoy the warm Bavarian hospitality of this quaint town with a guided tour. Shop at the world’s largest Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland and at the European village themed RiverPlace Shops. Board the authentic stern driven Paddlewheel riverboat, “Bavarian Belle”, for a historical narrated boat tour. Sample 3 unique German Beers or German Wines before feasting on the World Famous Bavarian Inn Chicken Dinner complete with musical entertainment. After dinner, travel to Bay City, MI for a 2 night stay. B, D

Per person rates double $879 triple/quad $786 single $1159

Same price as 2012!

Day 4: Blue Mound or “Little Norway” After a hearty breakfast, our journey takes us to Pendarvis, historical site of the Cornwall immigrant miners in the “European” town of Mineral Point. Travel to Blue Mound, Wisconsin, and “Little Norway”, a homestead filled with a unique collection of Norse antiques. Continue to the Norwegian town of Mount Horeb, known as the troll capital of the world. The streets of this whim- Head north when the sical town are lined with life-sized carved mythi- St. Louis summer heat cal characters, each having their own personality. starts up...

We will return to New Glarus, “Swisconsin”, with its emblems of Swiss cantons adorning the downtown buildings and street signs. This evening, we are in for a real treat: a savory Swiss dinner and lively entertainment. B, D Day 5: Return home No trip to Wisconsin feels complete without a stop to pick up cheese! We’ll tour the Swiss-American Alp & Dell/Roth Kase, the fastest growing specialty cheese factory in the country. B

Tall Ships and more!

Day 1: Michigan Travel to northern Indiana and visit a working sustainable dairy farm. Tour Fair Oaks Farm working dairy, world-famous Birthing Barn and exhibits explaining the greener farming methods employed. You won’t leave hungry as lunch made from fresh foods is included! Afterwards, travel to mid-Michigan and our overnight stay. L

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Day 3: Bay City’s Tall Ship Celebration The award-winningmMaritime festival, Tall Ship Celebration, features a full day of activities on Bay City’s riverfront. With a Tall Ship Passport in hand, you can board each vessel in the tall ship fleet for a tour of the ins and outs of the ship. Take time to revel in the local art and maritime crafts, enjoy live stage performances, and explore the riverfront at your leisure. B, D

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July 10-14, 2013 Per person rates double $899 triple/quad $799 single $1199

Bay City, MI was awarded the only host Day 4: From boats to cars This morning, board the Appledore IV tall ship port in Michigan for (85 foot schooner) for an expertly narrated sailing the 2013 Great Lakes boat tour out to Saginaw Bay. If you are feeling Tall Ship Challenge! adventurous, join the crew to haul on the halyards and help sail the ship. This afternoon, travel to The Henry Ford Museum and explore the ingenuity of American inventors including the new “Driving America” exhibit. Overnite in Jackson, MI. B, L Day 5: Journey Home

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Following the Oregon Trail Day 1: Westward Ho! Today we begin a journey of exploration of the Oregon Trail. Visit Independence, MO, a common starting point for pioneers, at the National Frontier’s Museum. At the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, enjoy a guided tour followed by dinner.

Overnight in Independence, MO. D Day 2: Kearney, NE En route to Kearney, enjoy a visit to the Hollenberg Pony Express Station which functioned as a Pony Express stop from 1860-1861. This evening visit the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument for an interactive tribute to the pioneers who passed through the region. Dinner at a chuckwagon with a re-enactment of the Trail Era. B, D Day 3: Chimney Rock/Ash Hollow Today visit Ash Hollow State Historical Park to see a resting place for the travelers and follow the short walking trail up to see wagon ruts. At Chimney Rock National Historical Site experience the same awe and curiosity as the pioneers when they saw the famous landmark on the trail. This evening enjoy a covered wagon tour of the trail, rib-eye steaks grilled on a wood fire and songs around a campfire under the stars just like 1850s.

Overnight stay in Scottsbluff, NE. B, D Day 4: Oregon Trail Days Celebration and Crossroads of a Nation Moving West A morning visit to the annual Oregon Trails Days celebration before continuing along the trail visiting Fort Laramie National Historic site, the most important outpost on the trail, and Register Cliff, one of the best remaining signature rocks on the trail. Emigrants would inscribe their names along the trail to declare they made it this far and to signal to family behind them. Arrive in Casper, WY for a 2-nightstay. B, D Day 5: Wagon Train Ride Tour the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center and realize the significant role of this area’s trails in US history. Visit Fort Casper, a uniquely faithful reconstructed 1865 military post and view authentic pieces of history. We’ll board our own Conestoga Wagons pulled by horses and retrace our predecessors ride on the actual route on the trail! B, L

Day 6: Continental Divide Today we pass over the Continental Divide in South Pass and tour historic Fort Bridger, built in 1843, and preserved as Wyoming’s oldest permanent settlement. Overnight in southwest Wyoming. B, D Day 7: Twin Falls, ID Follow the beautiful Snake River into Idaho and visit the living history National Oregon/California Trail Center and enjoy a Scenic Trails Chuck Wagon lunch. Tour Fort Hall, built in 1834, the only American outpost in the Oregon country. Overnight in Twin Falls, Idaho B, L Day 8: Baker City, OR Traversing Idaho towards Oregon proved to be some of the most hazardous crossings and precipices especially with winter weather looming and the emigrants tiring. Visit The Three Islands Crossing historical site and education center and see where the Pioneers attempted to ford the river. This afternoon tour the impressive 23,000 square foot National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center featuring state of the art exhibits and living history interpretations. Overnight in Baker City, OR. B, D Day 9: Portland, OR Travel to and visit the Whitman Mission National Historic Site for a glimpse into the life of Maucus and Narcissa who were one of the first small expeditions to bring families to Oregon by wagon in 1836. As we come to the last leg of our journey, like the pioneers, a decision on our routing must be made. They had the choice of paying Hudson’s Bay Company $50 per wagon and $10 per person to go down the roiling Columbia River or after 1846, they could pay $5 per wagon to cross Barlow Pass. Today we will travel through Barlow Pass, tomorrow the Columbia River! Overnight in Portland for 2 nights. B, D Day 10: We made it!

Visit the End of the Oregon Trail sites including Oregon City and Fort Vancouver, A Hudson Bay Company’s post for fur trading. Spend the afternoon on a scenic float on the Columbia River.

Farewell dinner at Multnomah Falls this evening.

B, D Day 11: Board flights for home

July 9-19, 2013 Per person rates* double $2342 triple/quad $2136 single $2958 * Includes return flight to STL

Combine this tour with Southbound Northwest Coast on page 9 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

Imagine yourself an emigrant headed for Oregon: would promises of lush farmlands and a new beginning lure you to leave home and walk for weeks?

More than 2,000 miles of trail ruts and traces can still be seen along the Oregon National Historic Trail in six states-reminders of the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs of early American settlers.

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Southbound Northwest Coast Day 1: Fly into Portland, OR Fly into Portland, OR, enjoy a welcome dinner and overnight in a comfortable 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 oceanview 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 Bayfront area in Newport. This afternoon we will visit the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

We might even catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding! Enjoy leisure time to shop and browse the quaint shops before returning to the Inn. This evening we will enjoy a beachfront bonfire. (weather permitting) B, L Day 5: Crater Lake In Florence, OR we will stop to view the massive sand dunes that characterize this area of the coast. 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. 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, Rogue River traveling amidst remarkable rock shapes.

See the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. After dinner, we will overnight in Crescent City, CA. B, D Day 7: Redwood National Park Today travel further into Northern CA and visit the Redwoods. 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 feet altitude. Visit Humboldt National Park to see the tallest living things on earth and hug an evergreen tree that grows to 350 feet! This evening overnight in Willits, CA. B, D

July 19-28, 2013 Per person rates* double $2699 triple/quad $2427 single $3512

* Includes roundtrip airfare from STL

Combine this tour with Oregon Trail on page 8 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

Day 8: Scenic train ride This morning we board the famous Skunk Train steam engine in its 127th year of operation! We will travel as the train did in 1885 from Willits to Northspur chugging along through the beautiful redwoods. Bring your camera as common sightings include blue heron, egrets, osprey, ducks, and the occasional lounging turtle! Did you know the trains were nicknamed for their original gas engines, which prompted folks to say: “You can smell ‘em before you can see ‘em.” In the midst of the Redwood Forest, we will enjoy a delicious catered BBQ lunch. Travel to the quaint town of Healdsburg for dinner on your own before continuing to our hotel in the San Francisco area for a 2-night stay. B, L

Travel south from Portland to San Francisco and discover the magic of this corner of the world where the coastal terrain is a beautiful combination of sandy beaches and towering rock cliffs and one’s mind is boggled by an Day 9: San Francisco endless array of marine It’s off to Pier 33 this morning to meet our per- creatures and remarksonal guide for a “city by the bay” tour. We’ll see able tall trees. 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 10: Return home Return flight home. B

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Kansas City Young at Heart

Day 1: Highway 70 West Calling all Grandparents! Invite your grandchildren to join you on a tour to Kansas City. Enroute, stop at Warm Springs Ranch for a visit with the World-Famous Clydesdales. Upon arriving in Kansas City, tour the National World War I Museum.

This museum is a perfect place to share history with the younger generation. Enjoy a pizza party at the hotel and then perhaps relax by the pool. D

Day 2: Kansas City Fun Today visit the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Money Museum. Peer into one of the region’s largest automated cash vaults, see Harry S. Truman’s coin collection, and learn how to spot a counterfeit bill after this interactive visit of our banking system. Next, get face to face with sharks and over 5,000 sea creatures at the SEALIFE Kansas City Aquarium which opened in Spring 2012!

See the world of color and fun at the brand new Legoland Discovery Center. Children and the

Young at Heart will relish this Lego dreamland; feel like a giant in the Lego Miniland and appreciate the Lego Factory where raw plastic turns into the building blocks that have transcended time!

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Per person rates* double $519 triple/quad $473 single $658 * Each child is $200 per one paying adult in the Day 3: Train Ride All Aboard!! Hop on Amtrak for a train ride to Jef- same room. Occupancy ferson City. Upon arrival, visit the Missouri State rates based on number Capitol building and see the historic and decora- of adults. tive features of this building as well as exhibits describing Missouri’s history. After an included lunch, tour the 2004 decommissioned Missouri Grandparent tour!

State Penitentiary; the oldest continually operating penitentiary west of the Mississippi. Hear stories of the history behind the prison that was operating 100 years before the opening of Alcatraz!

Board a comfortable motorcoach and head home with fond memories that you and your grandchildren will cherish for a lifetime. B, L

Apostle Islands of Northern Wisconsin Day 1: Wisconsin Dells Travel to the Wisconsin Dells in southern Wisconsin where we’ll enjoy a wonderful dinner, warm hospitality and special brand of entertainment at Wisconsin Opry. D Day 2: Ashland on Lake Superior Wake up and enjoy a morning cruise along the striking sandstone cliffs of the Dells. Take time to wander through the galleries of internationally recognized Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum and tour the shade-covered fields and production area of a ginseng farm. Dinner in the north woods at Little Bohemia Restaurant, site of a 1934 gun battle between John Dillinger and the FBI, features great food and real bullet holes in the walls!

Our hotel on the shores of Lake Superior in Ashland the next three nights should prove to be a more peaceful setting. B, D Day 3: Apostle Islands This morning, we’re off to Bayfield to board our boat for a three hour cruise among the Apostle Islands, so named by the missionaries who thought there were 12 islands (there are actually 22). Time will fly by quickly as the sparkling clear waters, stately lighthouses, sandstone sea caves, rocky outcrops, and the captain’s stories and informative commentary delight our senses! Upon

returning to the dock, we’ll enjoy lunch at the elegant Victorian Old Rittenhouse Inn then learn more about the charming town of Bayfield with a local guide. This evening you might consider a quiet evening stroll along the beach to watch a beautiful sunset! B, L Day 4: Madeline Island Take a ferry to Madeline Island, the only Apostle Island inhabited year round. We will visit the island’s local museum then explore this lovely island with a local resident who will share the joys and challenges of year round island living – even in the winter! After lunch and some free time, we will catch the ferry back to the mainland. B, D Day 5: Southern Wisconsin We bid farewell to our beautiful surroundings on Lake Superior and begin our journey south. Stop along the way at a cranberry bog in one of the world’s largest inland cranberry producing regions in the world and visit the National Mustard Museum before dinner and checking in to our hotel. B, D Day 6: Return home B

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Day 1: Georgia Today we depart St. Louis and head south towards Atlanta as we enjoy dinner enroute. Overnight in northern Georgia. D Day 2: Game One Visit Turner Field for a guided tour of this stadium. The stadium was originally the Olympic Stadium, built for the 1996 games, but was remodeled afterwards to its current state. Enjoy lunch before checking into our hotel. This evening we watch game one of this 3 game series from our great field level seats in section 124! B, L

Day 3: Game Two Discover how a newsroom operates and watch behind-the-scenes action as we tour the CNN Studios. Afterwards you may relax at the hotel or visit the world’s largest aquarium, the Georgia Aquarium (optional, own expense). This afternoon catch game 2 of our trip from shaded seats

in section 226 as the Cards battle the Braves, the July 25-29, 2013 team they have beaten out for the final playoff Per person rates* spot the last two years. B, L double $985 triple/quad $888 Day 4: Game Three single $1277 This morning watch the Fountain of Rings dance at Centennial Olympic Park before seeing the final game of our tour from our shaded seats in section 212. After the game we will leave town hopefully with three Cardinals wins and overnight in northern Georgia. B, D Turner Field Day 5: Return Home B

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. D Day 2: New York City Start the day with 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 the hot new Broadway show, Motown: The Musical. The new musical is the real story of the one-of-a-kind sound that hit the airwaves in 1959 and charts Motown founder Berry Gordy’s incredible journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers

of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, August 7-10, 2013 Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and so many Per person rates* more. B, D double $1682 triple/quad $1511 Day 3: New York City Like a real New Yorker, take the subway down- single $2193 town to Battery Park and take the ferry to see Ellis * Includes roundtrip airfare from STL 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

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Day 1: Fly into San Francisco Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome dinner and unpack your bags for a 2-night stay. D

Day 2: San Francisco It’s off to Pier 33 this morning to meet our local guide for a “city by the bay” tour. We’ll 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 before dinner. B, D Day 3: Scenic train ride Travel to the quaint “European” town of Healdsburg for shopping and lunch on your own. This afternoon board the famous Skunk Train steam engine in its 127th year of operation! Travel as the train did in 1885 from Willits to Northspur, CA chugging along through the beautiful redwoods.

Bring your camera as common sightings include blue heron, egrets, osprey, ducks, and the occasional lounging turtle! In the midst of the Redwood Forest, we will enjoy a delicious catered BBQ dinner. Overnight in Willits, CA B,D Day 4: Redwood National Park Today travel further up the coast of Northern CA and visit the Redwoods. 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 feet altitude. Visit Humboldt National Park to see the tallest living things on earth and hug an evergreen tree that grows to 350 feet! Overnight stay in coastal Crescent City, CA. B Day5: Crater Lake National Park A trip to the Northwest Coast 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. Upon arrival in the park, a National Park Service Ranger will board the coach for a guided tour around the entire rim of the Lake stopping at the perfect picture sites. Gourmet dinner and overnight stay will be at the award winning Crater Lake Lodge. B, D

Day 6: Crater Lake After a delicious breakfast, and morning views of Crater Lake, travel west to Florence, OR for a scenic Giant Dune Buggy ride amidst massive sand dunes that characterize this area of the state. Hugging the coastline, continue north to Newport, OR . This evening check into The Hallmark Resort and enjoy your room complete with balconies and breathtaking oceanfront views! B, D Day 7: Newport, OR 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 Bayfront area in Newport. This afternoon we will visit the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

We might even catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding! Enjoy leisure time to shop and browse the quaint shops before returning to the Inn. This evening we will enjoy a bonfire as we celebrate our visit to Newport, OR. (weather permitting) B, L Day 8: Coastline Take the scenic route along the coast to Portland, OR, stopping along the way to soak in the sights of the beautiful beaches and scenery including the Cannon Beach “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark, and a stop at Depoe Bay for a whale sighting. Arrive Portland this evening for dinner and 2-night stay.

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Travel north from San Francisco to Portland and discover the magic of this corner of the world where the coastal terrain is a beautiful combination of sandy beaches and towering rock cliffs and one’s mind is boggled by an an endless array of marine creatures and remarkable tall trees.

Day 9: 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 with our local step-on guide will enhance our tour of this pristine area of Oregon. B, L Day 10: Return home Return flight home. B

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Berkshire Mountain Country Store for old-fash- August 7-14, 2013 ioned goodies is planned before dinner. Settle Per person rates* into your hotel for a 2-night stay. B, D double $2149 triple/quad $1962 Day 6: Berkshires single $2709 Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum to discover * Includes airfare the Saturday Evening Post paintings that defined from BOS to STL him as a master in illustration. The museum is dedicated to his works and features galleries, Combine this tour with a gift shop, and Rockwell’s original studio. Our Bar Harbor & Canada personal guide joins us this afternoon for a tour on page 15 and take of “picture postcard” Main Street Stockbridge. $450 off the combined This afternoon, learn about the “Gilded Age” on per person rate! a Berkshire Cottages Tour and step inside Naumkeag cottage, a 26 room Norman style mansion.

Peek out from the back veranda for an outstanding view of the Berkshires. Complete our day with Chautauqua Institution is located on the shores a dinner at the historic Red Lion Inn! B, D of Chautauqua Lake and comes alive each sumDay 7: JFK Library and Museum This morning, it’s off to Boston, MA to visit the mer with a unique mix of John F Kennedy Presidential Library and Mu- education, arts, religion, seum. Experience the life and legacy of President and recreational activiKennedy at your own pace as you browse the ties. It is a festival for the many multimedia exhibits in the museum. After mind, body, and spirit.

This beautiful setting of dinner, retire to your hotel in Boston, MA. B,D a historic lakeside village was recognized as one of Day 8: Flight home Board your flight home from the Boston Interna- ABA’s top 100 events for 2013! tional Airport. B

Day 5: Tanglewood Travel east to Berkshire County which is wellknown as a rural escape from Boston/New York and remains a place of unspoiled natural beauty and artistic inspiration. Enjoy a guided tour of the Hancock Shaker Village with escorts dressed in traditional garb. Arrive at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA where the Boston Symphony is the headliner. This afternoon, sit in your reserved seat in the world famous Music Shed and allow the Symphony to take you on an unparalleled musical journey. A visit to the Athenaeum Hotel

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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 Aug. 10-21, 2013 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 and inviting area. double $3251 Day 1: Arrival in Seattle, WA for a different perspective of Banff National Park triple/quad $2912 Fly into Seattle and overnight just north of the and its ecology. This relaxing float allows time to single $4270 city. D enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Moun- * Includes roundtrip tains while looking for Beaver, Elk, Osprey and airfare from STL Day 2: Vancouver, BC more! Don’t forget your camera! When we return Combine this tour with Travel into Canada to visit cosmopolitan Vancou- we will enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Northbound Northver and its beautiful parks with a local guide. Af- Mountain for a bird’s eye view. B, D west Coast on page 12 ter our touring, we will check into the hotel for a OR Rocky Mountain 2-night stay . B, D Day 8: Kootenay Park, BC High on page 16 and Visit scenic Kootenay Park and Radium Hot take $450 off the comDay 3: Vancouver Island, BC Springs, BC for a European luncheon. Arrive in bined per person rate!

Ferry to Vancouver Island to visit world-famous Whitefish, MT where we unpack our bags for a Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of stunning 2-night stay. B, L and meticulously kept gardens. Enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful gardens. Afterwards, visit Day 9: Glacier National Park the delightful “British-like” city of Victoria for an Explore Glacier National Park aboard the narafternoon of leisure. B, L rated “red bus jammers” on the “Going-to-theSun-Road”. Soak in the views of Glacier’s prisDay 4: Revelstoke, BC tine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, Journey along scenic roads into the inland moun- and spectacular lakes. Then enjoy lunch in the tains of British Columbia and spend the night in park. Later this afternoon, board the DeSmet, a a mountain lake hotel near Revelstoke, British boat built in 1930 and launched on Lake McDonColumbia. B, D ald where she still runs today, for a tranquil boat ride and intimate observation of West Glacier. ToDay 5: Lake Louise and Banff, BC night, relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier and Yoho B, L National Parks, and into Banff National Park, …thanks for Canada’s oldest national park. En-route we will Day 10: Cascade Mountains, WA visit Lake Louise, the most photographed spot Our journey takes us through the Kaniksu and making the tour of in the Canadian Rockies - what a treat to dine at Coeur D’Alene National Forests, and a scenic drive the Northwest and the Chateau Lake Louise! Then it’s on to Banff for along the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains Canada such a suca 3-night stay. B, L to bring us to the charming Bavarian-like village cess. The meals and of Leavenworth. Herzlich Willkommen! B, D hotels were wonderDay 6: Athabasca Glacier ful. We enjoyed all Travel north on the icefield parkway into Jasper Day 11: Leavenworth, WA the beautiful scenery National Park, spellbound by the awesome land- Visit the Aplets and Cotlets country store, the scape that surrounds us. You won’t forget the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery for a tour about and…look forward incredible “snow coach” ride on the Athabasca the ecology of the area, and have leisure time in to another trip in the Glacier, the azure blue of Peyto Lake and the ma- downtown Leavenworth for a Bavarian experi- near future. jestic mountains of the Canadian Rockies! A local ence. Be ready to savor a dinner complete with - B. and T. Ringer guide will entertain and educate as we explore German entertainment tonight! B, D Banff National Park. B, D Day 12: Return flight Day 7: Banff, AB Today, we will fly home from Seattle, WA. B Embark on a scenic float trip on the Bow River,

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Day 1: Fly to Boston area The tour begins with a flight into Boston. After a lovely welcome dinner we will check into our Bangor, ME hotel 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! YEnjoy a delightful lunch at the Jordan Pond House for their famous tea and popovers, and 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 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 local 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 a cozy local inn 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 watch the

“hookers” make rugs, and take many photos from August 14-24, 2013 viewpoints high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L Per person rates* double $2998 Day 7: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island triple/quad $2753 Visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum be- single $3733 fore traveling by ferry to Prince Edward Island for * Includes a two-night stay in Charlottetown. After dinner, roundtrip flight enjoy a performance at the much acclaimed Con- from STL federation of the Arts Centre. B, D Combine this tour with Day 8: Prince Edward Island Cape Cod on page 17 Explore this intriguing island and visit an Anne of OR the Backroads New Green Gables site, see some of the famous coast- York & Berkshires on line and travel through the quaint villages. This page 13 and take $450 evening enjoy the Charlottetown waterfront be- off the combined per fore dinner. B, D person rate!

Day 9: St. John, NB Cross the Confederation Bridge into New Brunswick where we see several natural phenomena – “Magnetic Hill”, the Reversing Falls and the Hopewell Rocks – you have to see them to believe them! This Lobster boats on Prince Edward Island evening we overnight in Saint John on the Bay of Fundy. 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 and fun times with Sunrise Tours and friends, our flight returns us to St. Louis. B

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featuring Glacier, Yellowstone and Rocky Mountain National Parks Day 1: Spokane, WA Fly into Spokane, WA and travel east to the AAA 4-diamond Coeur d’Alene Resort, recently awarded one of America’s Top 10 resorts, for a 2-night stay. D

ture with a 65 foot ceiling and a rhyolite fireplace.

Aug. 22-Sept. 1, 2013 This evening, travel to Jackson, WY for a 2-night Per person rates* stay. B, L double $2739 triple/quad $2478 Day 7: The Grand Tetons and Jackson, WY Today, we enjoy the beauty and majesty of the single $3523

Day 2: Coeur d’Alene, ID Explore downtown Coeur d’Alene, founded in 1888. The area is surrounded by lakes left behind by glaciers of the ice age. Board a boat and enjoy a narrated scenic cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene and look for the plunge of an osprey after a fish.

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Grand Tetons as we take a scenic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons as your backdrop. Bring your camera as we venture to the top of Rendezvous Mountain via the Aerial Tram gondola for a bird’s eye view of Jackson. This evening enjoy dinner and a broadway style theater production at Jackson Hole Playhouse where you might spot a cast member serving dinner. B, D

Day 3: Whitefish, MT Travel east through Lolo National Forest and along the western shore of Flathead Lake to Whitefish, MT and our 2-night stay. B, D Day 4: Glacier National Park Board the narrated “red bus jammers” to travel the “Going-to-the-Sun-Road”. Senses heighten as we smell the fresh air and soak in the views of Glacier’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes. Then enjoy lunch in the park. Board the DeSmet, a boat built in 1930 and launched on Lake McDonald where she still runs today, for a tranquil boat ride and intimate observation of West Glacier. Tonight, relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure. B, L Day 5: West Yellowstone Enjoy the scenic wonders of the area as we travel south to West Yellowstone, MT. Keep an eye out for eagles soaring and other wildlife as we pass through Flathead National Forest, Deerlodge National Forest, and to our overnite stay in West Yellowstone, MT. B, D Day 6: Old Faithful It’s off to explore one of our nation’s finest national parks. A naturalist will board our coach and tour us through Yellowstone National Park today. Sights will include Old Faithful, Geysers, Paint Pots and more geological wonders. Lunch is a treat as we dine in the Old Faithful Inn Dining Room. The Inn is a masterpiece of rustic architec-

Day 8: Colorado We will enjoy the beautiful views of Bridger National Forest and Medicine Bow National Forest before arriving in eastern Colorado. After dinner, we will unpack our bags for a 2-night stay in Loveland, CO. B, D

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Day 9: Rocky Mountain National Park We continue our adventure with a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park. We travel on Trail Ridge Road, “a scenic wonder road of the world” featuring sweeping view of the Yellowstone National Park Rockies, to the Alpine Visitor Center located at 11,796 feet above sea level. Afterwards, enjoy a catered meal at the beautiful Alluvial Fan picnic area before a visit in charming Fort Collins, CO. B, L Day 10: Mid-Kansas Board the coach and let us do the navigating while we travel to mid-Kansas for our overnight stay. B, D Day 11: Home Continue our trek east along I-70 to home ready to share the wonders of America’s Rockies. B

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dinner and relax this eve- August 24-31, 2013 ning as you take in the se- Per person rates* • A guided tour of historic Boston, including rene beauty of Cape Cod. double $1838 famous landmarks of the Freedom Trail, Old B, D triple/quad $1682 North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill single $2307 Monument and more!

Day 5: Martha’s Vineyard * Includes airfare • Whale-watching cruise and Plymouth Rock This morning board the from STL to BOS • A visit to Martha’s Vineyard ferry for a ride to the time• Time to shop at Boston’s famous Quincy less and enchanting MarMarket tha’s Vineyard; a place • A visit to the Elms, an opulent “cottage” in Day 2: Boston, MA rich in history, inspiration, Newport, RI Combine this tour with creativity, and beauty.

Enjoy a full day with a • A guided tour of Cape Cod Bar Harbor & Canada local guide as we exAccompanied by a local on page 15 and take plore historic downguide, visit the island’s $450 off the combined town Boston. So much history and culture in this treasures - the picturesque whaling community per person rate! city, including the site of the Boston Massacre, of Edgartown, the lacy Victorian gingerbread cotthe Paul Revere House and the USS Constitution! tages of Oak Bluffs, the magnificent stone walls B, D surrounding oceanview fields of Chilmark to the grand cliffs of Aquinnah (Gay Head), the rustic Day 3: Plymouth and Cape Cod feel of West Tisbury, and the port Today we make our way to Plymouth for a look at town of Vineyard Haven. Martha’s the “rock”! Our day’s journey continues as we em- Vineyard has something to offer evbrace Cape Cod for a 3-night stay at a local hotel. eryone. After a full day, return to our This evening we dine at a local favorite, Alberto’s hotel on Cape Cod. B, D Restaurante. B, D Day 6: Rhode Island Day 4: Cape Cod Visit the coastal town of Newport, Tour Cape Cod with a local guide, view pictur- RI, the one-time summer home of esque windmills, lighthouses, Cape Cod National America’s millionaires. Tour one of Boston, MA Seashore Park and more. There will be plenty of these opulent “cottages”. The Elms time to shop, stroll, and people watch in quaint was the summer home of Mr. and Provincetown. After our tour enjoy a delightful Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind, who made his fortune in the Pennsylvania coal industry. Also enjoy a little free time in historic downtown Newport before we depart west towards home. B, D Day 1: Fly into Boston Arrive via air to Boston, MA. After checking into our hotel, The Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort Hotel, enjoy a delicious dinner while savoring the views of the beach. D

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Cape Cod of the Midwest Day 1: Port Washington, WI Our first day of travel takes us to the beautiful lakeside community of Port Washington, WI. Located on Lake Michigan, this charming community has been described as having “a New England fishing village charm”. D

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Day 4: Door County Discover the Lake Michigan side of the peninsula with sandy beaches and rocky shoreline cliffs today. Tour Bjorklunden’s Boynton Chapel, enjoy a leisure walk along the shore in Whitefish Dunes State Park, and learn about the “limestone” sea caves that are nestled along the sea line. B, L

Day 2: Sturgeon Bay, WI Visit the Wisconsin Maritime Museum for a docent- guided tour of USS Cobia, the nation’s most completely restored WWII submarine, and other exhibits. Enjoy lunch on your own before we make our way to Door County, one of the top ten vacation destinations in North America as described by Money Magazine. Enjoy free time in the lovely lakeside community Door County, WI of Sturgeon Bay and the hospitality and amenities of the Bridgeport Resort, home Day 5: Wisconsin for the next three nights. B, D Bid farewell to the charm and serenity of Door County and travel towards home. Discover a bit Day 3: Door County of Wisconsin charm while traversing inland toCruise the Bay and enjoy views of dramatic cliffs wards southern Wisconsin. Enjoy dinner before that dot the Door County coastline on a “fireboat turning in for the night. B, D cruise.” Explore the quaint villages found along the Green Bay side of this enchanting peninsula. Day 6: Return home Enjoy free time to discover your interests or a Of course no visit to Wisconsin is complete withwalk along the shoreline in one of the charming out cheese! So before departing Wisconsin, visit towns along the way. A visit to Peninsula State a local cheese house for delicious samples and Park, the crown jewel of Wisconsin state parks, an opportunity to purchase favorites. Then it’s will include a guided tour of one of the five histori- homeward bound – refreshed and rejuvenated cal Peninsula lighthouses. We’ll complete our day from our Midwest Cape Cod experience. B

Fall Mystery Tour Join us for an exciting 5-day mystery tour. We can’t tell you where you’re going, but you’re sure to have fun!

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Yellowstone National Park & more!

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

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. Included lunch will be enjoyed 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 Village, you will be able to walk out the front door and experience the sites first hand! B, D

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 the Grand Tetons and Jenny Lake.

Browse Teton Village before lunch in the world class Jackson Lake Lodge in the beautiful Mural Room. Travel south to enjoy a scenic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons as the backdrop. Afterwards, continue into historic Jackson for our overnight stay. This evening you are free to explore Jackson Square, located in the heart of Jackson, WY. B, L Day 8: Grand Tetons - Salt Lake City, UT Breakfast in the fresh outdoors at a Chuckwagon will cap our experiences in Jackson. We will board our 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. B, D

September 3-11, 2013 Per person rates* double $2348 triple/quad $2089 single $3126 * Includes return flight to STL

Same price as 2012!

Combine this tour with California National Parks on page 22 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!

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New York City and Washington DC

Day 1: Eastern Ohio A comfortably paced drive brings us to Eastern Ohio for an overnight stay. D

Day 2: New York City A late afternoon arrival in New York City affords some time to explore Times Square before dinner at a Sunrise Tours favorite, the Heartland Brewery and Chophouse.

This evening we will check into our home for two nights, the beautiful Marriott at Glenpointe, located just across the Hudson River from Manhattan in Teaneck, NJ. B, D

Day 4: Washington DC Take the ferry from Liberty State Park to cruise by Ellis Island and Liberty Island, where the Statue of Liberty stands (Ellis Island closed through 2013 due to Hurricane Sandy). This evening we will arrive at our Washington DC hotel for a three-night stay. B, D

Sept. 7-14, 2013 Per person rates double $1993 triple/quad $1780 single $2634

Day 5: Washington DC Spend the day exploring our nation’s capital, including a White House and Capitol tour (both depending on availability), the Smithsonian, war memorials, Lincoln Memorial, Library of Congress and more. Your tour manager will ensure the day is United States Capitol packed with DC highlights. This evening enjoy a special dinner at Day 3: New York City Enjoy a local guided tour of Manhattan, the most Old Ebbit Grill, established in 1856 and a favorite populated of the five NYC boroughs, including visits of Presidents Grant, Cleveland, Harding and Teddy to Central Park, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Roosevelt! Tonight, enjoy a production at the Cathedral, Chinatown, Little Italy, the new 9/11 recently renovated Ford Theater. B, D Memorial at Ground Zero and more. This evening, ascend the Top of the Rock for a spectacular view Day 6: Washington DC We will visit Arlington National Cemetery, the of NYC at night. B, D resting place of over 300,000 American soldiers and patriots, including the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns.

Tonight, enjoy a fivecourse, candlelit dinner with live entertainment on the Dandy Dinner Cruise. B, D Day 7: Eastern Ohio En route to eastern Ohio, stop at Spring House Farms for a delicious home-style lunch and tour of the farm. B, L Brownstones in New York City

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New York City and Hudson Valley

Day 1: Ohio 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. Enroute enjoy dinner at Torches on the Hudson Restaurant featuring delicious food, great views of the Hudson River, and the biggest fish tank you have likely ever seen! B, D

Day 3: 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. Next tour 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. After our tour enjoy the pleasure of dining at MacArthur’s Riverview Restaurant located at the historic Thayer Hotel on the grounds of West Point on the Hudson River. B, D Day 4: Gardens at Kykuit Visit the mansion and gardens at Kykuit, one of

America’s most storied private residences and home of the Rockefeller family. After our tour enjoy lunch on the shore of the Hudson River with breathtaking views of the river and the Tappan Zee Bridge. Then we are off to Times Square for free time to explore before we check in to the Marriott Teaneck, NJ for a 3-night stay B, L

Day 5: Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty See NYC from a different perspective this day as we cruise by Ellis Island (Ellis Island closed through 2013 due to Hurricane Sandy). Also, visit the Statue of Liberty and enjoy the magnificent view of the New York skyline from across the Hudson River. After dinner, we are off to see a Broadway theater performance of Pippen. This acclaimed musical revival is back after its premier 40 years ago. West Point Military Academy B, D Day 6: New York City tour and Broadway Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend the day exploring such places as Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, watching the people at Rockefeller Center and visiting the unique area of 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 the Rock” in Rockefeller Center for a bird’s eye view of the Big Apple. B, D

Sept. 9-16, 2013 Per person rates double $1631 triple/quad $1465 single $2128

Same price since 2008!

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

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Thank you for the most wonderful trip Day 7: Pennsylvania Depart the Big Apple as we begin our we have had in a long trek home and overnight in eastern time.

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The home of the Rockefeller family, Kykuit

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California National Parks and more!

Day 1: Fly into Sacramento, CA After our flight, make our way to South Lake Tahoe, a city rich in history and nature for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Yosemite National Park Board the MS Dixie for a narrated cruise of Lake Tahoe, including Emerald Bay. Then, travel south to Yosemite National Park. With such spectacular scenery it’s easy to understand why it is one of the nation’s most photographed parks. Unpack your bags for a 2 night stay on the perimeter of the park. B, L Day 3: Ahwahnee Lodge Awake to the impressive scenery and travel into the park to the award winning Ahwahnee Lodge Dining Room in the heart of the Park for a gourmet lunch. Explore the rugged beauty of Yosemite valley this afternoon including a visit to Wawona Hotel, a retreat that was used by Teddy Roosevelt. Return to our hotel this evening to relax to the sounds of the river outside our rooms.

B, L Day 4: Sugar Pine Train and Wonder Valley Ranch The sounds and scenes from the era of steam powered railroad logging come to life aboard the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. After a delicious BBQ lunch, we travel to Wonder Valley Ranch, nestled in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills, for a 2-night stay. Tonight we’ll mosey on over for some delicious ranch “grub”, and enjoy a campfire with cowboy entertainment. B, L, D Day 5: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks We’re off to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the second and third designated national parks in our country. These parks are home to giants: immense mountains, deep canyons and huge trees. Behold the oldest living thing in the world as you view the General Grant Tree, named the Nation’s Christmas Tree by Calvin Coolidge in 1926. Return to the Ranch for an evening of food and fun entertainment. B, L, D

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

Sept. 13-21, 2013 Per person rates* double $2449 triple/quad $2270 single $3044

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Combine this tour with Yellowstone on page 19 and take $450 off Day 7: Death Valley National Park the combined per perEnjoy a wonderland that stretches as far as the son rate! eye can see as we tour Death Valley National Park with a local expert aboard our coach. Take a step back to 1939 and enjoy the living history tour of Scotty’s Castle and learn how the Castle was built by money from secret mines in the area. This evening we travel to Las Vegas, NV and The Golden Nugget for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 8: Spirited Las Vegas After a gourmet breakfast buffet, you have the option to spend the day in Las Vegas on your own or join us to see the spirited side of Las Vegas.

An optional tour to the Valley of Fire State Park is planned. For those who choose to tag Unique landscape of Death Valley National Park along, we’ll enjoy the beautiful vistas, unique stone formations, ancient trees and 3,000 year old petroglyphs. Continue our excursion with a visit to Hoover Dam and Museum (additional expense). Return to Las Vegas for dinner. B, D Day 9: Return flight home After a hearty breakfast and a short drive to Las Vegas Airport, we will board our flight home. B

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Colorado Trains amid Fall Color

Day 1: Hays, KS Begin our journey west with an overnight in Hays, KS. D

Day 2: Denver, CO Traveling west into Colorado, the mountains start to appear almost magically along the horizon.

What a sight! After dinner, check into our Denver hotel for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 3: Cardinals in Denver Today is devoted to exploring Denver, CO, the Mile High City. Tour the Denver U.S. Mint (based on availability), Coors Brewery and the state Capitol. Coincidentally, the Cardinals are also in town and you have the option of attending the Cardinals vs. Rockies baseball game (at your own expense)! Go Cards! B, D Day 4: Eyes Wide Open After breakfast, board the coach for one of our nation’s most scenic, exhilirating drives west through beautiful Glenwood Canyon. Vast red stone cliffs tower above the highway alongside the Colorado River where kayakers and anglers dot the riverway. Arrive in Palisades, CO for a tour and tasting at Grande River Vineyards during their fall wine festival. After dinner, overnight in Grand Junction, CO. B, D Day 5: Durango-Silverton Railroad Visit the Colorado National Monument this morning. You will see sheer-walled, red rock can-

yons and you may even spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles. Enroute to Silverton, drive the “Million Dollar Highway”, visit the little mountain town of Ouray, known as “Switzerland of the Rockies”. After lunch, it’s “All Aboard” as we meet the Durango-Silverton narrow-gauge train.

The line was constructed to haul silver and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains but passengers soon realized it was the VIEW that was truly precious! After dinner, overnite in Durango for 2-nights. B, D

Day 6: Mesa Verde National Park This morning, we will start our day with a Victorian-costumed guided walking tour of “The Boulevard” in Durango. Spend the rest of the day exploring Mesa Verde National Park with a local guide. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to over 4,000 known archeological sites and cliff dwellings. B, D Day 7: Cumbres and Toltec Railroad Next stop – 1880! The historic Cumbres and Toltec railroad will take us on an all day trip over high trussles, and along narrow shelves above yawning gorges. Overnite in Alamosa, CO. B, L

Per person rates double $2039 triple/quad $1834 single $2655

Come with us to explore Colorado’s majestic mountains, natural beauty and friendly folk during fall color. Take the world’s highest cog railroad to the summit of Pikes Peak, a scenic train ride through the Royal Gorge, and the vintage steam train Durango & Silverton on this great adventure. Gaze at the aweinspiring scenery while traveling between historic and lively, colorful Colorado cities!

Day 8: Canon City, CO Visit Great Sand Dunes National Monument.

Travel to Canon City, CO, and board the Royal Gorge Train for a 24-mile journey into the canyon. Colorado Springs, CO, is our home for the Do you know why Colnight. B, D orado is nicknamed the Centennial State?

Day 9: Pike’s Peak It is no wonder the poem and Colorado is nicknamed song “America the Beautiful” the Centennial State was inspired by the views from because it entered the Pikes Peak. Take the Pike’s union as the 38th state Peak Cog Railway to the top in 1876, 100 years after of the mountain! After lunch at the signing of the Decthe fourstar rated Cliff House, laration of Indepenwe travel east into Kansas for dence! our overnight stay. B, L Day 10: Return home We arrive home with treasured memories of Colorado. B

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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 Sept. 21-29, 2013 Antelope Canyon where we can almost touch the Per person rates* sides of the cliffs! B,D double $2399 triple/quad $2179 Day 6: Grand Canyon – North Rim single $3056 The mysteries of Glen Canyon Dam are explained * Includes roundtrip on a guided tour to the crest and inside the dam airfare from STL 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 California Parks on Imperial, highest point on the canyon rim. Sit page 22 OR Southwest back in the rocking chairs on the front porch of the Adventure on page 28 Western Cabins at historic Grand Canyon Lodge, and take $450 off the just footsteps from the Canyon’s rim during this combined per person one night stay inside the Grand Canyon National rate!

Park. B, D Day 7: North Rim Explored Wake up to the still of the Park then send greetings echoing across the Grand Canyon as you explore the park at leisure.

Delight in the seemingly unThe hoodoos at Bryce Canyon limited 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

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Thank you for the wonderful trip to the Canyonlands. This was our first tour and it was spectacular.

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Kentucky Bourbon, Bluegrass & more!

Day 1: Off to Kentucky!

From the hills and hollows, through the rolling bluegrass of the heartland to spectacular lakes, the beautiful state of Kentucky has much to offer.

A mid-day departure takes us to Louisville KY. L Day 2: From Bourbon to Bluegrass Depart for Frankfort KY. With its scenic overlooks and small town charm, Frankfort is not your typical capital city. A local guide joins us to share the history, and beauty of this lovely city.

At Rebecca Ruth Candy enjoy a sweet “taste” of Kentucky history! Learn how “Bourbon Balls” are made with real Kentucky bourbon - its history you can taste! Visit Buffalo Trace Distillery to learn the history of making bourbon, and enjoy a tasting. After lunch, it’s a short drive to Georgetown KY for a tour of Toyota’s largest production plant in North America. We’ll take a tram tour of the assembly line where the Toyota Avalon and Camry are produced. Continue to Lexington located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region where you can unpack your bags for a 2 night stay. B, L Day 3: “It’s All About The Horses” See an early morning workout and share breakfast with jockeys and trainers in the Track Kitchen at historic Keeneland Racetrack. Next a local guide joins us for a behind-the-scenes look at the individuals and horses that make Lexington “The Horse Capital of the World.” Travel past beautiful rolling hills, acres of fenced pastures with emerald green bluegrass, and visit a world famous horse farm for a private tour. Visit the Kentucky Horse Park, featuring dozens of different breeds of horse at work and at play, and exciting special events such as the Horses of the World presentation. You can also learn about horse history in the International Museum of the Horse, an affiliate of the renowned Smithsonian Institution. B, D Day 4: Kentucky Culture and Heritage Travel to Berea where the rolling bluegrass horse farms of Central Kentucky meet the Appalachian foothills of eastern Kentucky. With a local guide, we’ll see why Berea is named the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky. Visit the studios of

working artists, and the majestic surroundings of Berea College Campus. Travel to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. Visit with costumed interpreters as they chronicle Shaker life in the mid-19th century, and see skilled artisans working to bring the past to life. Continue to Bardstown, a quintessential Southern small town with a rich and varied history. This evening dine at Chapeze House, an historic Kentucky mansion renowned for fine Southern cooking. B, D

Sept. 23-28, 2013 Per person rates double $999 triple/quad $899 single $1299

Day 5: Days of the Old South Go back in time with a narrated, horse-drawn carriage tour through Historic Bardstown. Visit Federal Hill, the inspiration for Stephen Foster’s ballad, “My Old Kentucky Home”, and step into the days of the antebellum South as costumed guides escort you through the stately mansion and formal gardens. Then travel to Grand Rivers KY, a premier waterfront resort community in the heart of the Kentucky Lakes area. Have dinner at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement, before attending tonight’s performance of Hank Williams Lost Highway at the Badgett Playhouse. B, D Day 6: Homeward Bound Return home mid-day, enriched by the history, culture, and beautiful scenery that you have experienced in the “Blue Grass State”. B

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New England Cruise by Coach Day 1: Ohio Travel by motorcoach to midOhio. D Day 2: Poughkeepsie, NY Continue our journey east as we overnight in Poughkeepsie, NY. B, D Day 3: Embarkation This afternoon we arrive in Boston and board Holland American’s ms Maasdam for a 4:00pm departure. B, D Day 4: Bar Harbor – 7:00am – 3:00pm Enjoy the day in this charming seaside town where you can visit Acadia National Park, walk the streets of town, or relax on the Village Green.

B, L, D Day 5: Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA – 8:00am – 5:00pm This city is located on one of the planet’s great natural harbors and adorned with landmarks. See the craggy coastlines of Peggy’s Cove, or the meticulously restored German village of Lunenburg, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. B, L, D Day 6: Sydney, Canada – 10:00am – 5:00pm In Sydney there are highland villages to see, the scenic Cabot Trail to explore, and the Fortress of Louisbourg to inspect. B, L, D Day 7: Charlottetown, Prince Edward CA – 9:00am – 6:00pm Charlottetown’s Victorian architecture, abundance of parks, and harborside location make it an idyllic stop. You can walk the cobblestones of Victoria Row, see the house that inspired “Anne of Green Gables,” or explore the wild shore of Prince Edward Island National Park. B, L, D Day 8 : At Sea Cruising Gulf of St. Lawrence B, L, D Day 9 : Quebec City, Quebec, CA – 7:00am – 5:00pm You will think you are in Europe when visiting

Quebec City’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This charming city is also home to Notre Dame des Victoires, the Petit Champlain district, the port, and the Musée de la Civilisation. B, L, D Day 10 : Cruising the Saint Lawrence River B, L, D Day 11: Montreal, Quebec, CA – 7:00am Disembark Today we disembark with a free day to explore Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new. You can wander through historic Old Montreal, see Notre-Dame Basilica, or tour one of the many world class museums. Overnight in Montreal. B

Sept. 26-Oct. 8, 2013 Enjoy a 7-day New England and Canada cruise with Holland American aboard the Maasdam.

This mid-sized ship is designed to carry fewer guests while providing more space for maximum comfort. No need to board a plane to enjoy this cruise, enjoy leisurely coach transportation to and from the ports.

Day 12: Scenic Train Ride This morning enjoy a relaxing train ride from Montreal to Poughkeepsie, NY which is con- Montreal in fall color sidered one of the top 10 most scenic train rides in the world.

Overnight in Poughkeepsie. B, D (on train) Day 13 : Ohio Travel to mid-Ohio. B, D Day 14: Return home. B Per person rates*

Double Single Category J (inside) $3,579 $4,555 Category I (inside) $3,599 $4,587 Category E (outside) $3,779 $4,875 Category B (balcony) $5,129 $8,291 * Includes transportation, cruise fare, taxes, port fees, activities and meals as listed.

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New England Fall Adventure

Day 1: Mid-Ohio Depart and travel east to overnight in Ohio. D

Day 2: Finger Lakes, NY More fun and great scenery as we make our way into the Finger Lakes Region of New York! Visit the George Eastman Center (Kodak founder) for a guided tour. While enjoying the ambiance of history and beauty, we will dine at a lovely historic property before traveling to our overnight stay in Seneca Falls, NY. B, D Day 3: Vermont As we continue eastward through central New York, visit Cooperstown and tour the Baseball Hall of Fame. Be sure to look for the display of the Cap worn on April 25, 1987, by Whitey Herzog, who earned his 1,000th career managerial win when the Cardinals defeated the Mets, 3-2! This afternoon, depart for Vermont for a 2-night stay.

B, D Day 4: Vermont How about a walk amid the colorful trees, and a visit to a maple syrup house and a cheese store?

We will spend a glorious day in the mountains of Vermont with our local guide. 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! There is a wealth of places to explore before arriving at Maine’s picturesque and beautiful coast, our home for the next 3 nights. Your hotel overlooks the rugged coastline and adjoins a walking path on the Marginal Way. B, D

Sept. 27-Oct. 6, 2013 Per person rates double $1965 triple/quad $1797 single $2560

Day 6: Ogunquit, ME Following breakfast, we will board our coach to travel to Portland and one of the oldest working lighthouses in the U.S., the Portland Head Light. Tonight, enjoy an authentic Maine lobsterbake dinner. B, D One of many covered bridges in Vermont Day 7: Ogunquit, ME Another hearty breakfast and we are off to cruise the harbor and learn how to catch lobster! Then, we’ll spend the afternoon in the quaint town of Kennebunkport. B, D

Day 8: Scenic Roads This morning, we 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 the Yale campus.

This meal satisfies the historian and the hungry!

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Along the Marginal Way by hotel in Ogunquit, ME

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Southwest Grand Adventure know the mystery that surrounds the construc- Sept. 30-Oct. 9, 2013 tion of the miraculous staircase at the Loretto Per person rates* Chapel? B, L, Hot Apps double $2298 triple/quad $2085 Day 7: Balloon Fiesta & Sandia Peak single $2934 Day 2: Grand Canyon, AZ Early this morning, you will have the option of tak- * Includes airfare Our home tonight is in the Grand Canyon Nation- ing a hot air balloon ride with remarkable views from STL al Park. Get your camera ready for a spectacular (at your own expense). After our Lunch, board South Rim sunset at this national treasure. B, D the Sandia Peak Aerial Tram, the world’s longest Combine this tour with tramway, and ride 2.7 miles above the Cibola Na- Canyonlands on page tional Forest to the Sandia Peak to experience 24 and take $450 off Day 3: Wupatki Monument & Flagstaff, AZ After breakfast in the historic El Tovar Hotel, take a panoramic vista of the great Southwest. Our the combined per pera scenic drive with photo stops along the magnifi- adventure continues this afternoon as you stroll son rate! cent East Rim. Visit both an ancient Native Amer- between the balloons out on the launch field and ican Pueblo at the Wupatki National Monument then, as the sun sets, enjoy the dazzling evening Las Vegas, Grand and Sunset Crater. Travel to Flagstaff, AZ for a balloon glow. What a sight to see nearly 400 bal- Canyon, Santa Fe loons glowing in the desert evening sky! Follow- and the Albuquerque two night stay. B, D ing the glow, the Fiesta offers a spectacular After Balloon Festival!

Glow Fireworks show. B, L Day 4: Sedona and the Lowell Observatory Pass through Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona, AZ. USA Today called this rugged canyon the “most Day 8: Route 66 scenic drive in North America.” Take a narrated A must see before we depart trolley ride through Sedona, enjoy lunch with town is the Albuquerque Ina view and have time to browse the local galler- ternational Balloon Museum ies and shops. This evening tour the night sky which will delight you. Then through telescopes at the Lowell Observatory in continue to travel along Route Flagstaff. B, L 66, including a unique lunch stop before arriving in Amarillo, TX for our overnight stay. B, L, Day 5: Albuquerque, NM Enjoy your Sunrise Tours hospitality while moving Hot Apps along Highway 40 to Albuquerque, NM, host to the world famous balloon festival and our 3-night Day 9: Cowboy Museum & stay at the Drury Inn located near the Balloon Fi- Oklahoma City Memorial esta Park. Before retiring for the evening, enjoy Today we offer two unique exdinner in charming Old Town Albuquerque. B, D periences. Tour the National Cowboy & Western HeriDay 6: Balloon Fiesta & Santa Fe tage Museum with more than San Miguel Church in Santa Fe, NM Rise and shine! The glorious mass balloon as- 28,000 Western and American cension and opening ceremonies is a thrilling Indian art works and artifacts. Enjoy a delicious experience as hundreds of vividly colored hot air Lunch in the Museum. Afterwards, visit the beauballoons rise in the morning sky. Then we are off tiful and contemplative Oklahoma City National to Santa Fe, NM where you will enjoy a culinary Memorial and Museum. Overnight at the enterdelight. The Santa Fe School of Cooking, as taining Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Tulsa, OK. featured on the Food Network, will educate and B, L entertain during our lunch. Then it is time to discover Santa Fe. Our local guide will offer the his- Day 10: Return Home tory of sites such as Saint Francis Cathedral, San Return home with some amazing photos to share Miguel Mission and the Loretto Chapel. Do you and stories to tell. B 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

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West Virginia Train Day 1: Lexington, KY Our fall adventure starts off with distinguished Sunrise Tours hospitality. The first stop on tour is Lexington, Kentucky where our step-on guide will give us a behind the scenes look at a horse farm.

Dine and overnight in Lexington. 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, L, D

box lunch. Another great dinner awaits us back at Snowshoe Mountain. B, L, D Day 4: Salt Fork State Park Bid farewell to our mountaintop home and head to Weston, West Virginia. The state is revered for its glass making and craft folks. Observe some craftsmen at work at a local glass factory. Depart West Virginia for 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 Return with the images of a gorgeous fall in West Virginia. B

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Did you know?

The Cass Mountain Railway was selected as one of the ten best train trips in North America by National Geographic.

Day 3: Cass Mountain Railway Tour the National Radio Astronomy Observatory Science Center.

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. Our trip includes a delicious New River Gorge bridge

Indiana Covered Bridge Festival The largest concentration of covered bridges in the world is in nearby western Indiana. Come on this delight- October 15-16, 2013 ful fall getaway to visit Parke County, IN for their annual Covered Bridge Festival, and to the historic town of Per person rates Vincennes.

Day 1: Indiana Covered Bridge Festival Travel to Rockville, IN where we are joined by local guide to see a sampling of Parke County’s 32 historic covered bridges, the Bridgeton Grist Mill (the oldest continuously operating grist mill this side of the Alleghenies) and Rockville’s 1870 Town Square to view special craft displays and exhibits of the Covered Bridge Festival. This evening enjoy dinner at a local establishment before visiting The Historic Ritz Theater, home to the Parke Players for a performance of the traditional Melodrama.

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Wisconsin in Fall Color

Day 1: Wisconsin Relax as we make our way into the northwestern portion of Wisconsin where the variety of trees is sure to please our fall foliage palettes. Stop for dinner before our overnight stay in Mauston,WI. D

Day 2: Cranberries and more!

Marshes of luscious red berries will tantalize our eyes this morning as we explore the region’s wetlands and one of the world’s largest inland cranberry producing regions. Did you know that cranberries are one of only three fruits native to the United States? Board a vintage passenger train and experience rail travel as it was in the first half of the 20th Century! The fall leaf viewing should be spectacular. Overnight in St. Croix Falls area.

B, D Day 3: Great River Road Expedition Autumn colors unfold as we take the Great River Road Expedition, one of seven suggested “American Drives” by Readers Digest, to La Crosse. Along our scenic drive, visit the Watson Museum, makers of pure vanilla extract. Then tour a stained glass studio while in the self-claimed “stained glass capital of the world” Winona. Enjoy dinner waterside at Sullivan’s Supper Club before we settle in for our three night stay in La Crosse. B, D

Day 4: La Crosse This morning meet our local guide and discover the rivertown of La Crosse featuring lumber barons’ homes and more. Stop atop Granddad Bluff, voted the most scenic view in Wisconsin where we can see the three states of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. Colors of gold, bronze, onyx pillars, inlaid mosaics of Venetian glass and mother of pearl await us in the nationally architecturally recognized Chapels of St. Rose. Visit one of the 29 locks and dams which provide a water stairway on the Mississippi River before enjoying leisure time on Pearl Street West, the historic walking mall downtown.

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Day 5: Norwegian Valley Explore the wild and scenic backLa Crosse, WI waters of the Mississippi River as we venture on a riverboat cruise. Visit the Bekkum Homestead in Coon Valley. By nightfall, delight in the flavors of a traditional Norwegian supper, then be entertained with polkas, waltzes and Scandanavian folk tunes, experiencing the natural beauty of Noskedalen “the Norwegian Valley” of Wisconsin. B, D Day 6: Return home As we head home, stop in Prairie du Chien for a treat with a stop for cheese and the “finest smoked fish in the world”. Then sit back and relax with the splendor of fall color freshly painted in our memory. B

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Laurel Highlands & Gettysburg featuring 2-night stay at 5-star resort

Day 1: Indianapolis, IN A mid-day departure and overnight in Indianapolis, IN . D

Day 2: Nemacolin Woodland Resort Enjoy the splendid fall colors as we make our way to Farmington, PA located in the colorful lower Laurel Highlands nestled in the Allegheny Mountains. Check into the luxurious Nemacolin Woodland Resort, a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond lodging, for a two-night stay. Afterwards we’ll enjoy some fine dining at the Nemacolin Resort. B, D Day 3: Frank Lloyd Wright home Enjoy a breakfast and free time at the Nemacolin Resort where you may wish to take a shuttle to some of the several attractions available at the resort such as the multi-million dollar Hardy Family Art Collection, The Wildlife Academy of Nemacolin , or visit the spa. Or you may choose to visit the nearby Fort Necessity National Battlefield. (Optional activities may involve cost). This afternoon enjoy a guided tour at the Kentuck Knob home, an architectural masterpiece of the 20th Century,

by America’s most famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Visit the Christian Klay Winery before dining at a local historic restaurant. B, D Day 4: Gettysburg, PA Depart mid morning to tour Gettysburg’s newest museum, Seminary Ridge Museum, the very site where the First Day Battle, July 1, 1863 took place. Enjoy a colonial style meal at the Historic 1776 Dobbin House Tavern which was used as a station on the Underground Railroad. Overnight in Gettysburg for two nights. B, D Day 5. Gettysburg, PA The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War and the setting for President Abraham Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address”. Today we’ll have a guided tour of the Shriver House Museum from attic to cellar and learn what families experienced in their homes during the Civil War. Also, visit the David Wills House, the home where

President Lincoln stayed the night before he gave October 12-19, 2013 the Gettysburg Address. Visit the Gettysburg Per person rates National Military Park including its visitor center double $1498 and museum as well as a guided tour of the bat- triple/quad $1338 tlefield grounds. Tonight we dine at the Hickory single $2002 Bridge Farm Restaurant located on 65 acres at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just Enjoy the beautiful fall outside Gettysburg. B, D colors and scenic drive as we follow the path Day 6. Lincoln Highway to Latrobe, PA of our forefathers along Travel along the Lincoln Highway, the first auto- the National Highway mobile road to cross the United States. Visit the to Gettysburg, PA makCompass Inn Museum, an authentically restored ing several fun stops stagecoach stop, listed on the National Register along the way. Getof Historic Places. Enjoy lunch on your own in the tysburg will honor our quaint town of Ligonier or you may also opt to country’s history and visit Fort Ligonier (on your own), a world class ex- those who were part of hibition telling the story of the French and Indian the American Civil War War in America. Tonight we’ll dine at DiSalvo’s by commemorating the Station, a DiRona Award Winning Restaurant lo- 150th Anniversary of cated in a nationally registered historic landmark the American Civil War. Pennsylvania Railroad Station. Overnight in Upon leaving GettysLatrobe, PA. B, D burg, we’ll make several stops along the Day 7. National Road - Indianapolis, IN Lincoln Memorial HighToday we’ll make a few stops along the National way celebrating its Road, as we journey to Indianapolis in comfort 100th Anniversary as versus horseback and wagons as our forefathers we head westward todid! Overnight in Indianapolis, IN B,D ward home.

Day 8: Depart for home Having traveled parts of the Old National and Lincoln Highways, the remainder of our trip home will be by modern interstate highway as we remember our travels through time from past Kentuck Knob, home by Frank Lloyd Wright to present. B

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Fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains featuring a two-night stay at the Homestead Resort

Day 1: Lexington, KY Today we visit Lexington, KY where our step-on guide will give us a behind the scenes look at a horse farm. Dine and overnight in Lexington. D Day 2: The Homestead Resort Arrive at one of the world’s finest Resorts. Since 1766, the opulent National Historic Landmark Homestead Resort has offered an incomparable retreat to its visitors. Princes and Presidents, including Thomas Jefferson, have soaked in its mineral spring waters and if you bring a bathing suit, you can too! Check into your room and refresh before an elegant dinner in the Dining Room. Unpack your bags for a memorable 2-night stay. B, D Day 3: Southern Hospitality at its Best After a gourmet breakfast, the day is yours to explore this historic property inspired by over two centuries of genuine southern hospitality. Enjoy afternoon tea, a history tour of the hotel in the theatre, and nightly movies in the theatre. The Allegheny Mountains are bursting with diverse activities this time of year. Perhaps you will want to walk the trails surrounding The Homestead, enjoy a carriage ride in full fall foliage, or visit the hot springs (own expenses). Plan time to sit on the porch during the lazy afternoon and enjoy a book and drink. The activity options are numerous and at your leisure today. B Day 4: Abingdon, VA Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway and visit Mabry Mill, built in 1910 and one of the most photographed sights along the Parkway.

Tour the sorghum mill, soap making and shop in the gift/craft store.

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Day 5: Barter Theater Join our local guide and explore the town of Abingdon. After some free time shopping in downtown Abingdon, travel to the Bristol Motor Speedway for an informative and entertaining Track Tour of one of the nation’s popular motorsport venues.

Yes, the motorcoach will drive a lap around the track including Bristol’s high-banked turns! This evening, enjoy dining at the charming and historic Martha Washington Inn before attending a show across the street at the Barter Theatre. In 1933, in the height of the depression, the price of admission was 35 cents or the equivalent in food, thus the practice of barter created the Theater’s namesake. B, D

October 19-25, 2013 Per person rates double $1258 triple/quad $1153 single $1608

Featuring two AAA four diamond properties - an overnight stay Day 6: Cumberland Gap at the Homestead ReOur fall foliage drive continues as we travel to the sort and dinner at the Cumberland National Historic Park for a tour of Martha Washington this scenic area. As the first great gateway to the Inn. west, the Cumberland Gap Museum and scenic outlook details the routes and stories of early pioneers and settlers. Overnite in Cookeville, TN. B, D Day 7: Return Home Travel home with a surprise stop along the way. B

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Italy Pilgrimage

Day 1: Depart Today we depart on a transatlantic flight to Rome.

Day 2: Assisi This morning we arrive and transfer to the medieval town of Assisi. A local guide will join us as we explore the Basilica of St. Francis with its wonderful frescoes by Cimabue and Giotto. We then visit the Shrine of St. Clare, foundress of the Poor Clare nuns and friend of Francis. We go to San Damiano to pray in the place where Francis wrote the “Canticle of the Sun.” Our day ends with Mass followed by a welcome dinner at our hotel. Dinner and overnight in Assissi. B, D

Day 3: Cascia/Macerata/Loreto/Lanciano After breakfast we depart for Cascia to visit the Basilica church dedicated to St. Rita and the adjacent convent that has changed very little since the days of St. Rita. Visit all of the important sites including the Chapel with St. Rita’s incorrupt body, site of the Eucharistic miracle. Depart for Macerata where we visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy, scene of another Eucharistic miracle.

Finally, we head to Loreto, one of Italy’s leading pilgrimage sites. We visit the Sanctuary of the Holy House, where local tradition says angels moved the house that had been the Holy Family’s home in Nazareth. Dinner and overnight in Lanciano. B, D Day 4: Lanciano/San Giovanni Rotondo Today we continue south and enter the Region of Puglia to reach San Giovanni Rotondo, one of the most renowned pilgrimage destinations in Europe because of the extraordinary life and reputation for sanctity of the Franciscan Capuchin Priest, Padre Pio da Pietralcina, who lived, labored, and in 1968 died here. We celebrate Mass in the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie where Padre Pio lived and afterwards hear about his life and works from the Franciscan friars. Dinner and overnight in San Giovanni. B, D Day 5: San Giovanni/Monte Sant’Angelo After Mass this morning at San Giovanni, we go to nearby Monte Sant’Angelo, one of the most ancient of Christian shrines, dedicated to the Archangel Michael who appeared here in the 5th and 8th centuries. We will visit Pietrelcina where Padre Pio was born and visit the home he grew up in. Nearby is the church he was baptized in and said his first Mass as a Priest. Then return to San Giovanni for free time. Dinner and overnight in San Giovanni. B, D Day 6: Amalfi Coast/Sorrento Cross the Italian Peninsula to the Amalfi Coast where we drive along one the most beautiful stretches of the coast and stop in Amalfi where

we see the Convent of St Francesco, the Paper Museum, the Chapel of St. Giuseppe del Castrista. Proceed to Sorrento on the Bay of Naples, one of Italy’s loveliest resorts with captivating views of Capri and of majestic volcanic Mount Vesuvius. Enjoy dinner and a musical at Teatro Tasso. Overnight in Sorrento. B, D

Day 7: Isle of Capri This morning we travel by hydrofoil to the magical Isle of Capri. Our local guide will take us on a tour of the Island including a visit to St. Michele (to attend mass if possible) and a ride up the chairlift to the top of Mt. Solarno, the highest point of the island, for an extraordinary view. After some free time to explore and shop, we return by hydrofoil to Sorrento overnight after dinner in Capri. B, D

October 14-24, 2013 Per person rates* double $4199 single $4699 * Price includes roundtrip airfare from STL

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Day 8: Rome After breakfast, we head north to the Eternal City of Rome and see the glories of the Caesars. Visit the Capitoline Hill area, from which we view the Roman Forum. We also see the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and more. B, D Day 9: Rome Visit the Vatican for a guided tour where we see a young Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the magnificent Pieta. Visit one of the great art collections in the world, the Vatican Museums and see the Tapestries Gallery, the Belvedere with its marvelous statues. Also visit Raphael’s Rooms, the Pincio Garden and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel that has been restored to its original beauty. Free time in Rome this afternoon. B, D Day 10: Rome After breakfast we transfer to the Vatican for a Papal Audience with Pope Francis. Afterwards we visit the major basilicas of Rome, first stopping at St. Rome Mary Major, the most important church in the world devoted to Our Lady. We then depart for a visit to St. John Lateran, the Pope’s cathedral church where relics of both Peter and Paul remain under the main altar. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner with music at Pepe Carlo’s subterranean restaurant, situated on the site of an actual Roman bath dating back two thousand years. B, D Day 11: Rome This morning board our return flight.

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featuring Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Day 1: Eureka Springs, AR Eureka Springs is noted for an abundance of eclectic turn-of-the-century architecture. The entire town was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, and a re-nomination upgraded the town to National Significance in 2005.

Visit Keels Creek Winery for a tasting in the Art Gallery and a guided tour of the winery. Check into the historic Crescent Hotel for a three-night stay. After dinner, take a “Ghost Tour” of the historic property to hear of its legendary haunts! D Day 2: The highlights After breakfast in the hotel featuring made to order omelets, meet our local step on guide to visit famous local sites including Christ of the Ozarks Statue, Famous Thorncrown Chapel and Grotto Spring. Next, board an open air tram for a narrated tour of Eureka’s Springs Historic District and Victorian Homes. Explore the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge on a walking Habitat Tour of a very special rehab site for Big Cats. Enjoy some free time in downtown Eureka Springs before

dinner at Myrtie Mae’s, a restaurant named after Myrtie Mae herself who started this restaurant in 1920. B, D Day 3: Crystal Bridges Travel to Bentonville, AR for a guided tour of the city where Wal-Mart focuses its international corporate energy and visit Walton’s “5 & 10” where it all started! After an included lunch at the newly opened 11 Restaurant at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art there will be ample time for touring this Museum which is garnering national attention as one of the premier art collections in the country. Return to the hotel to refresh before an evening celebration at the The Great Passion Play, America’s #1 attended outdoor drama including dinner and the play. B, L, D

Day 3: Pigeon Forge, TN After returning to satisfy our fascination with Biltmore House, we’re off! We will invite a step on guide aboard to educate and entertain us as

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A tour filled with vibrant fall foliage, exploration of a historic city, art exhibits that tell the story of America’s history and seven delicious meals!

Day 4: Return home Enjoy the fall foliage of the Ozark Valley as we travel home. B

Fall in the Smokies

Day 1: Nashville, TN Today we travel to Nashville, TN. Enroute enjoy home-style cooking for lunch at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement Restaurant of Kentucky Lake. Voted #1 restaurant by Southern Living magazine because of its food and #1 for its tourism, take the time to enjoy a leisurely meal and shopping in its 8 unique shops. Then it’s off to Nashville, TN our home for the night, to savor a performance at the world famous Grand Ole Opry! Tip your hats and stomp your boots along with the longest continually running radio broadcast show in history. L

Day 2: Asheville, NC One of our most scenic drives awaits us today as we make the trip east to Asheville, North Carolina. Tonight’s destination is the massive and captivating Biltmore Mansion Estate. From the extravagant mansion and gardens, to the top notch winery, we’ll need to come back in the morning to see it all properly! B, D

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we wind through the mountains. Absorb the gorgeous fall foliage as we pass through the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park to arrive in Pigeon Forge, TN for a 2-night stay. A delicious dinner and an acclaimed country music show in Pigeon Forge will cap off a beautiful day.

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Day 4: Gatlinburg and Dollywood Visit Dolly Parton’s Dollywood, home of mountain music and good old Ozark tradition. Next we’ll spend time at Ripley’s Aquarium, a big hit with past Sunrise travelers, before dinner in Pigeon Forge. Visit The Christmas Place store with your tour manager or enjoy a relaxing evening at the hotel while you savor your new mountain memories. B, D Day 5: Return home We bid the mountains good- Smoky Mountain National Park bye and return home enjoying more dramatic fall colors along the way. B

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Australia & New Zealand Day 1: International flight Overnight flight Day 2: International Date Line While flying to Australia, we will cross the International Date Line. We arrive in Australia on the “third day” of our journey, but the actual travel time, including a layover on the US west coast, will be about 25 hours. B, D Day 3: Sydney, Australia After time at the hotel to refresh, enjoy a guided city tour, including visits to Double Bay, Rushcutters Bay and more. Enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel this evening. B, D Day 4:Sydney sightseeing Sydney was the first British colony established in Australia and is now the most populous and cosmopolitan city in the country. Get a behind the scenes tour of the spectacular Sydney Opera House, enjoy a Captain Cook Harbour Cruise, visit Bondi Beach and more. B, D Day 5: Sydney area sightseeing Visit the spectacular Blue Mountains, located just outside Sydney, to see beautiful Wentworth Falls, Three Sisters Rock Formation and Echo Point, and a Koala Bear sanctuary where we will also enjoy a BBQ lunch. Take a ride on the Katoomba Scenic Railway, the steepest cable-driven funicular railway in the world. B, L Day 6: Sydney free day The day is free to enjoy as you please. Explore Sydney, take a walk on the beach or take advantage of an optional day trip (additional expense) to Canberra (the capital city of Australia) to visit the Black Mountain Lookout, Gold Creek Station and Parliament House.

Day 7: Cairns, Australia A three-hour flight brings us to Cairns, the gateway city to the Great Barrier Reef. After a short city-tour, check into our hotel for a 2-night stay.

B, D Day 8: Great Barrier Reef, Australia Enjoy a full day cruise to explore the Great Barrier Reef, including the opportunity to snorkel. If snorkeling isn’t your cup of tea, view the amazing sights of the Reef from an underwater observatory. B, L, D

Day 9: Aboriginal Culture Park, Australia Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park to learn about the world’s oldest living culture, including didgeridoo playing, boomerang throwing and other aspects of this rain forest culture. B, D

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Per person rates* double $7501 single $8561 * Price includes transcontinental airfare as Day 10: Port Douglas, Australia well as flight from SydA short ride brings us to the Daintree Rain For- ney to Cairns and Cairns est, the largest tropical rain forest in Australia, to Christchurch. and a river cruise on the Daintree River. Continue to Cape Tribulation (named in 1770 by British navigator James Cook after his ship nearly sank after hitting a reef), a remote settlement amidst the rain forest. A bridge finished in 2011 created yearround access to Cape Tribulation for the first time!

Overnight in Port Douglas. B, D Day 11: Queenstown, New Zealand Travel to Queenstown, a picturesque town in southwest New Zealand on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and featuring stunning mountain views of The Remarkables and Cecil Peak, for a two-night stay. B, D Day 12: Milford Sound, New Zealand Enjoy a day trip to Milford Sound, a giant fjord system and one of the Sydney, Australia most spectacular sites in New Zealand. The steep canyon walls offer dramatic views of waterfalls and mountain peaks.

Day 13: Christchurch, New Zealand Travel to Christchurch, New Zealand. Visit Mount Cook and retire to the hotel for the evening. B, D Day 14: Christchurch sightseeing Visit the Canterbury Museum, Christchurch Botanical Gardens and Mona Vale Gardens as we explore Christchurch, the largest city on the south island of New Zealand. B Day 15: Christchurch, New Zealand Take the spectacular Tranzalpine Train from Christchurch to Arthurs Pass, return to Christchurch for farewell dinner. B, D Day 16: Return home While the return flight from Christchurch will entail a total of about 25 hours of travel time including layover, we will return to St. Louis on the night of the same day we depart because we will cross back over the International Date Line. B, D

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Amish Country Christmas

Day 1: Middlebury, IN It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Middlebury, IN. This ideal small town with its thriving Main Street historic district of family-owned businesses and welcoming shopkeepers will be our home for the next 3 nights. Unpack your bags and gather around the dinner table for a familystyle meal at the Das Dutchman Essenhaus Inn located in the peaceful countryside of Amish Country. D Day 2: Stocking Stuffer Meet our local guide and embark on a unique Stocking Stuffer Tour of the Amish Country backroads filling the stocking with gifts from countryside Amish businesses explored. Hear about the Amish Holiday traditions and enjoy a traditional Amish Haystack lunch before visiting a typical one-room Amish School house. This evening, Chef Adam Williams presents a holiday cooking class and dinner. His expertise comes from years of culinary experience and studies in Mississippi and Europe. The meal experience concludes with

a full tummy and a recipe to share at home. B,L,D

Day 3: Holiday Extravaganza Depart Middlebury for Nappanee to visit Martin’s Buggy Shop and see how sleighs and carriages are made. Browse Nappanee’s colorful history in the Coppes Commons that once produced the famous “Hoosier Cabinet”. Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Amish Acres Extravaganza.

Board a wagon ride for an overview of their site and history. Discover the fruits of Lake Michigan’s shore with a wine tasting in the Barn Loft Wine Room. Dine family-style with a traditional Threshers Dinner and top-off the holiday experience with a live musical theater performance of Wizard of Oz in the majestic 1911 Round Barn Theatre. B, D

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Biltmore Christmas

Day 1: Belle Meade Plantation Arrive in Nashville, TN and visit the Belle Meade Plantation for a guided tour and a peek into how Christmas celebrations have evolved. A “toast” to the holidays with Wassail, complemented with homemade desserts highlight our afternoon. Tonight we overnight in Cookeville, TN. D Day 2: Biltmore Estate Pull into the gates of the Biltmore Estate and be treated with the same hospitality enjoyed by the Vanderbilt’s guests a cen- Biltmore tury ago at the AAA 4-diamond Inn on Biltmore. Board the complimentary shuttle and enjoy unlimited access to tour the historic Mansion, the Winery, Antler Hill for shopping and dining, the Gardens or simply enjoy the majestic views. This evening, revel in a Biltmore Candlelight Christmas Evening as they did in 1895 after savoring a delicious holiday-inspired meal and light tour. B, D

Day 3: Holiday Spirit This morning, spend more time exploring the Biltmore Estate or relax after the gourmet Breakfast served at the Inn on Biltmore Estate. This afternoon, it’s time to explore another Asheville holiday tradition. Feast your eyes on the creative houses that compete in the annual National Gingerbread House Competition featured at the historic Grove Park Inn and enjoy a gourmet Seasonal Grand Lunch in the holiday inspired Dining Room. Travel to Berea, KY to Boone Historic Tavern Hotel, our home for the night, to experience warm hospitality and rich Appalachian culture. B, L

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Christmas at the Biltmore Estate is the biggest holiday event in Asheville. Starting early in November, America’s largest home is decked in regal yuletide decorations. Join us as “Guests of the Estate” overnighting at the Inn on Biltmore Estate and Day 4: Louisville, KY experiencing full access Need another Christmas gift? Look no further to the grandeur of the than the shops out the front door offering gifts estate. made by local artisans. Afterwards, board the coach for a festive ride home. B

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Traditional Thanksgiving Celebration

Day 1: Stockbridge, MA Board your flight for New England. Upon arrival, travel to Stockbridge, MA to view the most famous Main Street in America as painted by Norman Rockwell. The well-known and awarded Red Lion Inn is our home for 2-nights. After dinner, retire to your room or feel free to enjoy the nightly live entertainment. D Day 2: Nostalgia After breakfast in the Inn, visit the Norman Rockwell Museum to discover the Saturday Evening Post paintings that made him a famous master in illustration. The Museum is dedicated to his works and features galleries, a gift shop, and Rockwell’s original studio. After some free time on Main street in Stockbridge, visit the Berkshire Museum featuring the Festival of Trees: a unique display of more than 100 twinkling trees each decorated with the heart and soul of the local community!

Dinner tonight at The Red Lion Inn where the focus is the finest local ingredients. B, D Day 3: New York City This morning we travel to New York City. After lunch in Manhattan and a visit to the 9-11 Memorial, enjoy free time to explore the city. Shop in Times Square, see Rockefeller Center, visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral or whatever you choose be-

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Showboat Branson Belle- Featuring a three-course meal, variety show, and sightseeing along Table Rock Lake from an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Buck Trent- Two time Country Music Awards Instrumentalist of the year, and his all star cast!

Johnny Mathis- With a career in the music industry that spans over a half century, he continues to perform to sold out audiences around the world.

Red, Hot and Blue- Awarded BEST morning Show, BEST Costumes, BEST Vocal & Dance Group!

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Day 4: Happy Thanksgiving Today is Thanksgiving and we’re in for a special treat as we head into Manhattan early for the 87th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. You’ve seen it on TV, now you’ll be there to watch it in person! This afternoon we’ll board the Bateaux NY, a European style all-glass dining vessel with unobstructed views of the city, for a two-hour cruise with a Thanksgiving festive menu. B, L

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Day 5: Traditions of the 17th Century Travel north to Plymouth, MA and the Plimoth Plantation. Step back to 1627, just 7 years after the arrival of the Mayflower, and tour the recreated 17th century English Village complete with re-enactors and furnished reproductions of the Colony. Discover how the 17th century Wampanoag lived by exploring their living history exhibit.

Then, enjoy the finest food of the time served by Pilgrim hosts who entertain with song, stories and spicy conversation of tales of England at an authentic Harvest Dinner with the Pilgrims. B, D Day 6: Return Home Filled with traditional memories of places seen and people met, board your flight for home. B

Branson Holiday November 18-20

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede-Features thrilling horse riding stunts, special effects, phenomenal musical productions plus a four course dinner.

Hughes Brothers- The “Worlds Largest Performing Family”, voted Best Vocal Group in Branson, their powerful voices will stun you!

Daniel O’Donnell- One of the most successful entertainers in Branson with a blend of traditional Irish ballads, country favorites, and traditional gospel with an Irish twist!

Hamner Barber-Dave and Denise Hamner have headlined many major shows around the world, presenting their award winning magic.

December 6-8

Shoji Tabuchi- A family of extraordinary musical talent performs astounding state-of-theart variety production rivaling the pure excitement of Las Vegas or New York. #1 HITS OF THE 60’s - Voted Branson’s Best Matinee Show 2 consecutive years, is the most fun you’ll have in Branson!

Osmonds/Lennon SistersAndy Williams Christmas-One of the most popular Christmas shows in Branson continues in 2013 with the addition of two national performing families, The Osmonds and The Lennon Sisters.

Red, Hot and Blue - see previous

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

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European Christmas Markets Day 1: Overnight flight International flight. D (onboard plane) Day 2: Rothenburg, Germany Arrive in Frankfurt and board our luxury coach for the short drive to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This medieval city is one of only a few that exist in Germany that still have their entire medieval defensive wall intact. Rothenburg also has a Christmas market, and after touring the city on a short walk with a local guide to learn its history, we will have time to enjoy a smaller and quaint market.

You will want to stop to visit Käthe Wohlfahrt’s Christkindlmarkt, an enormous Christmas shop which is open year-round. B (onboard plane) Day 3: Nurnburg, Germany In the past century, Nürnberg has dark ties to the Nazi party, and was the scene of the war trials held by allied forces. In more modern times it has a much brighter reputation as the site of the best Christmas markets in Germany. Dozens and dozens of stands which are decorated for the season are set in the city center square, with craftsmen that have handmade a large variety of goods to sell. Some stands are cooking sausages and others are warming Glühwein, a mix of red wine and spices. We return Rothenburg for overnight. B, D Day 4: Strasbourg, France After breakfast we depart for Strasbourg, France where we tour the Cathedral of Strasbourg, St. Thomas’s Church, and the University, the Astronomical clock and the historic “La Petite Strasbourg” quarter. Our highlight will be exploring Strasbourg’s famous Christmas market around its impressive cathedral since 1570! While we are walking through the city, we see the work of the talented craftsmen, and the Bredle Market where we may taste little delicious cakes traditionally prepared during the advent period. B, D Day 5: Triberg, Germany Today we head for the beauty of the Black Forest at Christmas time. We stop in Freiburg to explore the Christmas Market before we visit the Gutach Farm Museum and a Cuckoo Clock Shop. We overnight in Triberg. B, D Day 6: Oberammergau We travel southeast for a tour of Neuschwanstein, the grand palace created by Ludwig II of Bavaria in the foothills of the Alps, and is said to be the inspiration for Walt Disney’s castle. Next we travel

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After lunch we will visit a local cheese maker, for a tour and a cheese tasting. We then return to have some free time to explore Oberammergau. B, D Day 8: Salzburg, Austria Upon arrival in Salzburg, the city of Mozart, and The Sound of Music, a local guide will take us on a short walking tour including the Mirabel Gardens (the setting where “Do Re Mi” was sung in The Sound of Music), and down the streets of the famous Getreidegasse (the traditional cobblestoned shopping street in the old part of the city).

On our tour we will go into the home where Mozart was born, and walk through the city’s grand cathedral. This evening we will have dinner at the St Peter Stiftskeller, the oldest restaurant in Europe, having been documented as early as the year 803. B, D

A custom Sunrise Tours itinerary featuring Germany, France & Austria!

Day 9: Salzburg After breakfast this morning, we will tour a salt mine. We will don miners garb, and slide our way underground for a truly fun and educational experience. In the afternoon we will return to Salzburg for some free time to explore Salzburg’s Christmas market. Tonight we have dinner on our own.

B Day 10: Munich, Germany Travel to Munich, where we will meet a local guide and learn about the history and highlights of the city. Then have one last opportunity to explore a Christmas market, or opt to visit one of the many world-class museums on your own. Tonight we dine at Weihenstephan Brewery, a brewery started one thousand years ago by monks. B, D Day 11: Return flight home This morning we say ‘Auf Wiederseh’n’ to Germany as we catch our return flight home. B

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Chicago’s Holiday Spirit Day 1: Chicago in its Finest Upon arrival in Chicago we will explore the sights with local guide, Bill Hinchliff, who has been featured in multiple architecture publications. Highlights will include architectural landmarks of the Loop, Millennium Park, the city’s spectacular lakefront as well as a peek into some of the city’s neighborhoods. After dinner, it’s up to the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower for a view from the Skydeck, atop the 3rd largest building in the world.

Overnight for 2 nights in downtown Chicago. D Day 2: Feeling the holiday spirit!

View the famous elaborate trimmings and animated windows of Macy’s (formally Marshall Fields) before we shop one of the 13 floors! Look for “The Great Tree” (you won’t miss this 2 ½ story spectacle) sparkling with over 1,000 handmade ornaments and you will find our spot for lunch. Enjoy a holiday lunch in The Walnut Room,

a traditional meal that has been served since the early 1900’s. Visit the Christkindlmarkt. Touted as one of the most authentic Christkindlmarkts in the western world, you will think a bit of Germany has been airlifted to downtown Chicago as you shop for a unique gift, sip gluhwein or German bier, and sample the array of German food.

Afterwards, we are off to the Goodman Theater.

For 31 years, the Goodman Theater has invited holiday-goers to a performance of A Christmas Carol. This production is sure to put us in the holiday spirit! B, L

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Day 3: Christmas around the World Visit the Museum of Science and Industry as it comes alive with holiday flair featuring its “Christmas Around the World” display. More than 50 trees are decorated to reflect different ethnic cultures and traditions from around the world. We will also tour the U-505 exhibit featuring the only

New Orleans Cajun Christmas

Day 1: Memphis, TN Traveling south we arrive in Memphis, TN and visit Graceland, all decorated like Elvis would have years ago. Even if you are not an Elvis fan, this Memphis icon is sure to draw a Christmas smile.

Afterwards check in to the AAA-four diamond Peabody Hotel for an overnight stay. Watch the five North American mallards, also known as the famous “Peabody Ducks” march to the Grand Lobby in a tradition dating back to 1933. D

Day 2: New Orleans Enjoy a leisurely morning to enjoy the amenities of the beautiful Peabody Hotel before we depart for New Orleans to celebrate Christmas Cajun style! First we check into our home for the next three nights, the Drury Inn & Suites near the French Quarter before we enjoy a Reveillon dinner at a local restaurant. Reveillon dinners originated in France but became a Cajun tradition; they were originally made on Christmas Eve after midnight mass. After dinner visit the Celebration in the Oaks, a beautiful wonderland of holiday lights held under century-old oaks trees. B, D Day 3: The French Quarter Spend the morning with a local guide as we explore New Orleans and its unique and colorful heritage. Enjoy jazz music as we have lunch at the world-famous Court of Two Sisters. Explore the

French Quarter area on your own and browse the shops, boutiques and grab a traditional beignet from the original Café du Monde. This evening visit the historic St. Louis Cathedral for one of their evening Christmas choir concerts where you will be serenaded by beautiful holiday music. B, L, Hot apps Day 4: WWII Museum Explore The National WWII Museum, founded by noted writer and historian Stephen E. Ambrose.

Experience the museum’s signature cinematic film “Beyond All Boundaries”, the tale of the journey from Pearl Harbor to Victory. After lunch we join the Victory Belles vocal trio, who travel the globe delighting audiences with their spirited performances, as they sing all your favorite songs of the season. B, L, Hot Apps.

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Day 5: Natchez, MS Visit Natchez, MS, home to more beautifully preserved and restored antebellum mansions than any other city in the south. Visit Stanton Hall, a National Historic Landmark that was built in 1857 before we enjoy lunch at the Carriage House, famous for its Southern Cuisine, on the ground of the Hall. Overnight in Jackson, MS. B,L Day 6: Return home Return home full of Cajun Holiday spirit! B

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Holiday Cheer at the Greenbrier Day 1: Galt House Travel to Louisville, KY and the Galt House featuring the Kalightoscope light display and a Holiday Dinner Show “Colors of the Season” with vignettes of holiday singing and dancing. Overnight at the Galt House. D Day 2: The Greenbrier Resort After breakfast, head east into the Greenbrier Valley of West Virginia and the award-winning, National Historic Landmark, The Greenbrier Resort.

Home to distinguished guests since 1778, this hotel is located in White Sulphur Springs, WV in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay! Take time to refresh, and dress (coats and ties required) for dinner in the main dining room. B, D

point out historical sites including Carnegie Hall (one of only 4 Carnegie Hall’s in the world) ending at General Lewis Inn for a delightful lunch in a historic setting. Return to the Greenbrier to enjoy afternoon tea and evening at leisure. B, L Day 4: Country Christmas Show Enjoy breakfast in the stately Main Dining Room and then travel to Nashville, TN and be greeted by a city aglow in twinkling lights and stunning decorations. After hot appetizer dinner in the hotel, we’ll enjoy The Radio City Rockettes at the Grand Ole Opry! B, Hot apps Day 5: Return Home After a leisurely morning we journey home. B

Day 3: Lewisburg, WV Awake at The Greenbrier and it’s incredible winter wonderland décor throughout the resort. Enjoy a free morning to shop in the dozens of boutiques, and/or enjoy an optional activity (at your own expense) such as a carriage or sleigh ride, a one-of-a-kind spa service or tour The Bunker (a former U.S. Government Relocation hideaway facility from the Cold War). Midday, travel a short distance to visit Lewisburg, WV where our personal guide will

December 9-13, 2013 Per person rates double $1095 triple/quad $1014 single $1370 Travel to some of the area’s most Christmas inspired sites. Visit the “decked out” Galt House, stay 2 nights at one of the finest luxury resorts around the world: The Greenbrier, America’s Resort and savor the sights and sounds of the Grand Ole Opry’s Christmas favorite the Rockettes Holiday Show!

The Greenbrier has been welcoming guests from around the world for over 230 years. With a guest list that includes 26 of our country’s 44 Presidents, America’s Resort has long been a favorite destination of royalty, celebrities and business leaders.

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New Year’s Eve in French Lick Day 1: Vincennes, Indiana On the way to French Lick, stop in historical Vincennes, IN, known as Indiana’s “first city”. After lunch a step-on guide dressed in period clothing will show us the sites, including a visit to the Old Cathedral, built in 1826 and the oldest Catholic Church in Indiana. This afternoon, check into the French Lick Resort and Casino for a two-night stay. The French Lick Resort originally opened in 1845, and a $382 million renovation was completed in November, 2006. The hotel features 443 rooms, a spa, several restaurants and indoor/outdoor pool complex. A totally refurbished casino, featuring 1,200 slot machines, reopened at the French Lick Resort for the first time since 1949. L

Tour the sister property of the French Lick Resort, the beautifully renovated West Baden Springs Hotel. Closed as a hotel since 1932, the West Baden Springs Hotel is now fully operational and features a massive atrium, still described by some as the Eighth Wonder of the Architectural World.

A shuttle runs between the two properties, allowing easy access to the amenities of both hotels.

This evening we ring in the New Year at the resort New York style with live music and entertainment along with dinner, drinks and a Champagne toast at midnight. B, D

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Colorado New Year’s Eve

Day 1: Kansas City Travel across Missouri and savor a delicious homestyle lunch at The Settlers Inn before spending time shopping and enjoying the holiday light display at Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza.

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Day 3: Amtrak to Glenwood Springs CO What better way to welcome the New Year than to experience the breathtaking Colorado vistas that inspired “America the Beautiful.” All aboard the California Zephyr for an adventure from Denver to Glenwood Springs. This route is considered to be Amtrak’s most scenic journey. Pass through snow-covered mountain peaks, crystal-coated pines, glistening streams, quaint mountain villages and awe-inspiring tunnels. Your grand finale to this ride is the spectacular Glenwood Canyon!

A gem in the Canyon is Redstone, CO, a unique village originally developed as a turn-of-the-century “Camelot” and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy a meal at the Redstone Inn before arrival in Glenwood Springs.

Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay in the “Great Dame of the Rockies”, Historic Hotel Colorado.

The remainder of the evening is at leisure to relax and explore the hotel. Take a walk to the Devereux Wing to see the Gingerbread House displays.

Browse the many quaint shops and unique boutiques where you can find something to suit your shopping needs. B, D

below. Ring in the New Year in the comfort of the Hotel Colorado while enjoying dinner and danc- Dec. 28-Jan. 3, 2014 ing guaranteed to help you celebrate in a grand Per person rates double $1369 style. Cheers! B, D triple/quad $1221 Day 5: AAA Five-Diamond “The Broadmoor Re- single $1894 sort” Happy New Year! Experience the serenity of the mountains on a horse drawn sleigh ride. This afternoon, unpack your bags for an incomparable overnight stay and dinner at The Broadmoor Hotel! Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Now featuring an overnight stay at this distinguished Colorado mountain retreat upholds a legacy of elegance, and impeccable serthe Broadmoor vice. Built in 1918, the resort features many grand Hotel! touches that still exist: beams painted with motifs from classical mythology, a marble staircase, ornate chandeliers, and ceiling frescoes by European artists. Dine in the original Tavern Room that has been serving its exquisite cuisine since 1938.

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Day 6: Garden of the Gods, Hays, KS Visit the Garden of the Gods, one of the most photographed natural wonders in the United States.

With its spectacular red rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies, the park is truly awe-inspiring.

Later, we travel to Hays, KS for the night. B, L Day 7: Hays KS to St. Louis Depart for home this morning with many memories of an incredible New Year’s vacation. B

Day 4: Glenwood Springs & New Year’s Eve After a leisurely morning in the hotel, board the Iron Mountain Aerial Tram where you’ll experience the magnificent Rocky Mountain scenery as you skim over the tops of the trees, up to the top of Iron Mountain. Enjoy a festive lunch on your own in the mountain top restaurant which is lavishly decorated for the Holiday Season. While you dine you can take in the panoramic views of the snow covered mountains and Glenwood Springs Broadmoor Resort

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Florida Stay ‘N Play Take a mid-winter break to enjoy warm, sunny days on the white sand beaches of St. Pete Beach, a barrier island community on the Gulf coast of Florida. We will travel by motorcoach (fly option available) spending one night in Georgia on the trip to and from St. Pete Beach and 21 nights at the gulf front Sirata Beach Resort.

Your three week stay can be as busy or leisurely as you wish. Besides walking the beautiful beach, relaxing in a hammock, and lounging poolside or on the beach with a good book, you can always hop on the local trolley and explore nearby gulf communities. Sunrise will also offer 9 excursions of varying lengths during your stay. These excursions are optional, therefore admission fees are not included in your tour price. Some activities we have offered in the past are bay cruises, theatre, local street festivals and visits to Sarasota, Tarpon Springs, St. Petersburg and state parks. Your Sunrise tour host and fellow Sunrise travelers who have been returning yearly will also be happy to share information that will help you decide what to do on the days no activities are planned.

Cost of the tour via motorcoach includes: transportation via luxury motorcoach including Coach the 9 excursions while in Florida, lodging for 23 Jan. 18-Feb. 12, 2014 nights, 2 breakfasts en route to and from FloriOR da and 1 breakfast, lunch and dinner during the Fly 3-week stay in Florida.

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Cost of the tour via air includes: flight to Florida, transportation to airport from pick-up point and hotel, lodging at the Sirata Resort 12 nights, transportation for 6 excursions, and 1 breakfast and 1 dinner.

We have reserved two room types at the Sirata Beach Resort. In building 1 the Gulf Front suites face the Gulf, have 2 Sirata Beach Resort queen beds in the bedroom and a small refrigerator and microwave in the kitchenette. In building 4, the Gulf View suites do not face the gulf but have an angled view of the beach and Coach gulf and have a king bed in the bedroom on floors January 18-February 12, 2014 3-6 or 2 queen beds on floor 2 and a full refrigera- Per person rates tor, microwave and cook top in the kitchenette. Gulf Front Room double $3379 single $5265 Both room types are furnished alike with a queen Gulf View Room double $3079 sleeper sofa in the living room, full balcony, cable single $4717 TV, in-room safe, and utensils, dishes, toaster and coffee maker in the kitchenette. A newspaper is Fly delivered daily to your room. As a Sunrise Tours January 30-February 10, 2014 guest, the Sirata will give a 10% discount on all Per person rates restaurant food purchases at the resort and there Gulf Front Room double $2599 single $3654 is no extra cost for high-speed wireless internet Gulf View Room double $2399 access in your room and a beach cabana daily. single $3297 Restaurants, a grocery store and a drug store are also located within easy walking distance.

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Florida Coast & Panama Canal Cruise

Day 1: Georgia Overnight north of Atlanta, GA. D

Day 2-10: St. Pete Beach Arrive in St. Pete Beach and check into the Sirata Beach Resort where you will enjoy a gulf view suite featuring a view of the beach and the gulf, a full refrigerator, microwave, cooktop, living room, balcony and more. The resort is located close to restaurants, a grocery store and drug store. On four of these days, optional excursions will be offered. The other days you are free to relax on the beach or enjoy other activities such as the trolley that picks up in front of the hotel. Meals on own.

Day 11: Embarkation Travel to Fort Lauderdale to embark on the Coral Princess, a Princess Cruises ship launched in 2002 and specially made to sail through the Panama Canal. Depart at 4 PM. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided on ship throughout the cruise.

Day 14: Aruba 8 AM to 7 PM Day 15: At Sea Day 16: Cartagena, Columbia 7 AM to 2 PM Day 17: Panama Canal 5 AM to 3:30 PM Day 17: Colon, Panama 5 PM to 8 PM Day 18: Limon, Costs Rica 7 AM to 6 PM Day 19: At Sea Day 20: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands 7 AM to 5 PM Day 21: At Sea Day 22: Fort Lauderdale, FL Disembark and travel to St. Pete Beach for an overnight stay at the Sirata Beach Resort.

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Magic in Yellowstone

Day 1: Fly into Salt Lake City, UT After our flight into Salt Lake City, travel to historic western Jackson, WY for dinner and an overnight stay. D

Day 2: Old Faithful Snowlodge Traveling north while enjoying views of the snowcapped Tetons, meet our heated Bombardier and trek our way to the historic Old Faithful Snow Lodge and our 2-night stay. Along the way, be sure to watch for glimpses of wildlife including wolves which were restored to Yellowstone in 1995. Dinner is at the lodge this evening followed by a “step outside� after dark to admire the stars in one of the best night sky viewing spots in the world B, D Day 3: Freestyle Yellowstone Today is your day at leisure to choose the activities that most interests you (fees not included).

Your tour manager will be pleased to help you make arrangements. There are many ways to explore and enjoy the landscape of this memorable area including but not limited to: Interpretive heated snowcoach Canyon Day tour of the park to view wildlife and geysers; embark on an Old Faithful Photo Safari; snowshoe to refuge point;

cross country ski, take a walk on the paths or simFeb. 20-25, 2014 ply relax in the lodge while sipping a beverage in Per person rates* front of the fireplace! B, D double $1989 triple/quad $1730 Day 4: Jackson, Wyoming single $2867 Depart Yellowstone and travel south to the Na- * Includes airfare tional Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole. Climb into a from STL horse drawn sleigh for a ride across the snow and into the wildlife featuring an opportunity to see Wildlife Biologist Jerthousands of elk who make the park their home emy Schmidt wrote for the winter. Enjoy lunch and tour the National that Yellowstone in Museum of Wildlife Art. Overnight in Jackson. B, the winter is nothing like summer. On his reL cent expedition he encountered bison plowDay 5: Salt Lake City Shoot those final pristine pictures and continue ing their way through our journey south to Salt Lake City which is home the snow, elk grazto the Latter Day Saints Community. Meet our ing, Trumpeter Swans guide for an historical look at the highlights of on the river and the Temple Square and the Mormon Tabernacle famous Old Faithful Choir rehearsal venue. There will be time to visit geyser. Join us as we their newest attraction; the Family History Li- enjoy this incredible brary featuring the largest collection of genea- fairyland of beauty without the crowds! logical information in the world! B, D Day 6: Fly home from Salt Lake City

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Southern California

Day 1: Fly to L.A. Today, leave the cold behind and fly into sunny Los Angeles for a 3-night stay. Upon arrival, visit the Griffin Observatory with commanding views of Hollywood, downtown Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean. D

Day 2: Los Angeles The Nethercutt Collection, a world-class museum of meticulously restored famous European and American automobiles, musical instruments and furniture, is our first stop today. After lunch, tour the beautiful Getty Museum which offers ancient to modern art and tranquil gardens in a dramatic architectural setting. B, D Day 3: More to LA After breakfast, travel to Simi Valley to visit the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum. The museum pays tribute to our 40th President with engaging exhibits honoring his accomplishments.

Lunch is included in Reagan’s Country Café where the spectacular views overlook the valley to the Pacific Ocean. This afternoon, our personal guide will share LA history and highlights including the famed Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive. B, L Day 4: San Pedro, CA Head south to San Pedro, CA for lunch on own at the Ports O’ Call Village. Perhaps you will want to pick out your own fish to be grilled at The Fish Market? This afternoon, board the Harbor Bay Cruise Boat for a narrated tour of WORLDPORT USA, the largest port in the United States. Continue south to quaint Carlsbad, California, beautifully tucked alongside the majestic Pacific Ocean.

Our hotel is across the street from the beach and features oceanview rooms. B Day 5: Carlsbad Visit the ranch of actor Leo Carillo’s,“The Cisco Kid”. This afternoon, enjoy lunch and shopping in the lovely village of Carlsbad, with the charm of a European village and the laid-back manner of a beachtown before dinner and an evening walk on the beach. B, D Day 6: San Diego

Today, take in the sights of San Diego including Old Town, Balboa Park, and Coronado. Enjoy lunch at the Hotel del Coronado, a world renowned 125 year old resort, featuring full ocean views. Take time to explore the hotel before we travel to La Jolla to greet the seals. It may be hard to adequately describe the beauty of the stunning sunsets you’ve seen over the grand Pacific! B, L

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Day 7: Oceanside Listen to the surf while relaxing this morning before traveling to Oceanside to embark on an exciting guided tour of Camp Pendleton, home of the First Marine Expeditionary Force, contingent on alert status. Our Marine guide will show us the Corp’s largest west coast expeditionary training facility before we grab some chow with the Marines. Afterwards, visit Mission San Luis Rey, the largest of the California missions. B, L Southern California coast Day 8: Palm Springs Travel to Palm Springs, CA, a sundrenched desert oasis, for a 2-night stay! On the way, enjoy a wine tasting in the picturesque Temecula Wine Valley. Of course, we can’t miss an evening at The Fabulous Palm Spring Follies, starring internationally known guest stars, hilarious variety acts and the legendary line of longlegged lovelies, all over the age of 55! B, D

Day 9: Palm Canyon Drive A local guide will share the glamour, beauty and history of Palm Springs, the ultimate celebrity playground. This afternoon take in the beautiful vistas while on the Palm Springs Aerial Tram.

This evening stroll the weekly Thursday night VillageFest, voted the best event in the area and featuring entertainment, food, art, sidewalk crafts, etc. B Day 10: Return flight home Rejuvenated and filled to the brim with golden warm sunshine and memories, board our flight for home. B

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Biloxi Winter Break

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

Day 2: Beau Rivage Travel south through Mississippi and arrive in Biloxi at the luxurious waterfront, four-diamond Beau Ravage Resort and Casino for a 3-night stay! The resort features a dozen restaurants, shopping, a world class spa and salon, and an expansive casino for your enjoyment. B, D Day 3: New Orleans visit Explore New Orleans and its unique and colorful heritage with a local guide. Enjoy music and lunch at the world- famous Court of Two Sisters.

Then explore the French Quarter area on your own and browse the shops, boutiques and grab a traditional beignet from the original Café du Monde. B, L

Day 4: Free Day Enjoy a free day to explore on your own (transportation provided, admissions on own). You may visit the renowned Bellingrath Gardens featuring over 250,000 azaleas or possibly visit, Beauvior, the home of Jefferson Davis and it Presidential Library. Also nearby is the Maritime Seafood Industry and Museum, Gulf Marine State Park and the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art. You may also simply choose to relax and enjoy the amenities of the Beau Rivage Resort.

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Day 5: Jackson, MS Depart Biloxi for Jackson, MS to visit the Old Capital Museum. Mississippi’s first capital building, which was built in 1839, has been fully restored to its original state. Return to Tunica for an overnight stay. B, L Day 6: Home Arrive home ready for spring. B

Bahamas Cruise by coach

Day 1: Lake Horn, MS A mid-day departure begins a relaxing drive to Lake Horn, Mississippi. D

Since 1740, visitors from all over the world in search of both relaxation and adventure have named Nassau their favorite destination.

Day 2: New Orleans, LA Today travel south through Mississippi to the “City that Care forgot” - New Orleans. This evening enjoy a fine dining experience at a local New Orleans restaurant. B, D

Day 7: CocoCay, Bahamas With its white-sand beaches and spectacular sur- Outside double $1828 roundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adven- Balcony double $2018 tures reserved exclusively for ship guests.

Outside single $2735 Balcony single $3115 Day 8: At Sea

Day 3: French Quarter, Embarkation Experience the sights and sounds of the colorful French Quarter as a local guide takes you back in time highlighting the Old World ambiance, history, and architecture of this romantic city. This afternoon you’ll board Royal Caribbean’s the Serenade of the Seas. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided on ship throughout the cruise.

Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Key West, FL Home to modern-day adventurers, artists and poets, the island’s charming Old Town teems with restaurants, bars and unique shops. Add pristine coral reefs, coconut palms and a laid-back attitude that’s truly contagious, and it’s easy to see why so many visitors to Key West never leave.

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Day 9: At Sea Day 10: Memphis, TN Return to New Orleans and drive to the Memphis, TN area. Tonight you will be treated to renowned Southern Barbeque. D Day 11: Return home Depart this morning for home with fond memories of a wonderful sunny adventure. A mid-day return to the St. Louis is planned. B

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Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival Day 1: Columbus, OH Overnight in central Ohio. D

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Day 4: Washington, DC This morning, visit the “Newseum”, a multimedia exploration of the importance and history of journalism in America.

Since it’s opening in 2008, the Newseum has become a “must-see” attraction on the Washington DC museum circuit. Afterwards, spend ample time at the Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum complex so you can visit your favorite museum. This evening, after dinner, join us for a drive by the memorials lit in their evening grandeur! B, D

• The National Mall, Smithsonian Institution • Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Memorial • The US Capitol tour and The White House tour (if available) • Arlington Cemetery, John F. Kennedy’s Tomb, Tomb of the Unknowns, World War II Memorial, Reflecting Pool, Korean War Memorial • The Newseum • Thousands of Cherry Blossoms!

Day 2: Washington, DC We continue eastward and upon arrival in Arlington, we will tour the historic and famous Arlington Cemetery including a visit to John F. Kennedy’s tomb and the Tomb of the Unknowns. After dinner in DC, check into the hotel for a 4-night stay. Staying in DC proper will afford us quicker access to the many sights of the city we are going to explore. B, D

Day 3: Washington DC Today, our local guide will board the coach to educate and entertain us while visiting many of the historical highlights in DC. We will stand where global events have taken shape and view the many historic monuments framed in the vivid white and pink blossoms from more than 3,600 Japanese cherry trees along the Tidal Basin. Enjoy a guided Capitol Building Tour and a White House Tour this afternoon (based on availability) before dinner at a DC favorite restaurant. B,D

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The 2014 Festival marks the 102nd 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.

Day 5: Washington DC Bring your appetite as we embark on a sensational brunch cruise down the Potomac River.

The magnificent views of DC and the Cherry Blossoms (pending bloom time) from our luxury cruising yacht coupled with exquisite food and music are sure to create lasting memories. We’re in for a spectacular show as we spend the remainder of the day visiting the Smithsonian amidst the magOur first trip, nificent backdrop of the Cherry Trees. We cap our total surprise at the DC visit with an extraordinary evening musical “spare no expense” performance at the his- attitude which pretoric Ford’s Theater. B, L

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Southern Charm Featuring Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC Day 1: Georgia Travel south for an overnight stay in Georgia. D Day 2: Savannah, GA It’s off to the “Old South” and “Georgia’s First City” as Savannah welcomes us with southern hospitality. Upon arrival visit the elegant Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace. Let your imagination transport you back to 1886, as you hear ghost stories that have been The Biltmore Estate passed down for generations in the Gordon family! Then we are off to enjoy Day 5: Charleston, SC dinner at the acclaimed, The Lady and Son’s Embrace the history of Charleston as we visit the Restaurant, owned and operated by southern Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, an estate chef Paula Deen. Afterwards check into our hotel acquired by the Dalton Family in 1676. Tour the gorgeous blooming gardens and home and take in the historic district for the next 2 nights. B, D a tram excursion for a picturesque nature tour of the plantation’s wetlands and marshes. After enDay 3: Savannah, GA joying lunch and shopping time in the exuberant Board an open-air trolley to tour this enchanting and alluring Southern town where we’ll find Historic City Market area, we will invite a local amazing architecture, spooky cemeteries and rich guide to share her expertise aboard our coach as history. Next, we’ll have free time for lunch and we explore this city steeped in colorful history and to explore the Historic River Street full of shops, quaint landscapes. B, D restaurants, galleries, all in a revitalized historic area located right on the river. This evening, we Day 6: Asheville, NC will be whisked away by the succulent flavors of Travel to the Blue Ridge Mountains to discover southern cooking while dining in the Olde Pink America’s Largest Majestic Home, the picturesque Biltmore Estate. Upon arrival we will gather at House historic home. B, D the DeerPark Pavilion for a lunch buffet. Afterwards, you will have ample time Day 4: Savannah, GA – Charleston, to tour the Vanderbilt’s home and SC Did you know? its surrounding century- old garWe never say good-bye so we say Savannah is called dens. Did you know the estate is “we’ll see you later” to Savannah!

‘America’s First Planned still family-owned and operated…

Travel to Charleston, SC and board City’ because Oglethoyes, since 1895! Eastern Knoxville, a cruise boat to visit one of the most rpe (who founded it in TN is our destination for our overhistorically significant sites in North 1733) carefully organized night stay. B, L the town into grids, with America; Fort Sumter. We will see the wide streets and 24 pubruins of Historic Fort Sumter where lic squares. 21 of these Day 7: Return home the Civil War began and a view of squares were carefully Having explored some of the Charleston from the Harbor. Enjoy preserved throughout South’s most charming cities, we dinner with views of the harbor before the years and still exist return home. B checking into our hotel for the next 2 today. nights. B, D

April 6-12, 2014 Per person rates double $1418 triple/quad $1278 single $1837

Known for its elegant charm, cobblestone streets and unique culture, Charleston was named one of the Top Ten places to visit in North America by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine!

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Wow!! The “Southern Charm” trip was definitely a charmer! The image you projected - a company that provides fine accommodations and excellent service ... you certainly delivered. Thanks so much for the beautiful, joyful experience!

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featuring Jekyll Island, Savannah and more Day 1: Georgia Overnight in Georgia. D Day 2: Charleston, SC 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 3: 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 4: 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 Day 5: 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 April 5-13, 2014 the Grand Dining Room. B, D Per person rates double $1769 Day 6: St. Simons Island triple/quad $1567 A tram tour of Jekyll Island will take you through- single $2373 out 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 Day 7: 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, consid- Hay House in Macon, GA ered 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 8: Atlanta, GA Begin our journey back north as we stop in Atlanta to discover how a newsroom operates and watch behind-the-scenes action as we tour the CNN Studios. Then travel to Chattanooga for dinner and an overnight stay. B, D Day 9: Return Home. B

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Creme de la Creme The Great Dames of Canada - Quebec, Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto Day 1: Michigan Travel to mid-Michigan for our overnight stay. 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 iat 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, 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

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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 Day 8: Quebec City, Quebec Travel along the St. Lawrence River to St. Anne nights in 4 luxurious de Beaupre, with time to experience the basilica and historic Fairmont and this little town that attracts more than a mil- hotels of eastern Canlion pilgrims and visitors each year! We’ll also visit ada and enjoy distincMontmorency Falls and take a memorable cable tive experiences coucar ride to the top for a delightful lunch and time pled with excellence to enjoy the views of the Isle de Orleans and the and elegance!

Saint Lawrence River. B, L 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!

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Niagara Falls and Lilac Blooms Day 1: Mid-Ohio Board our comfortable motorcoach and travel east to mid-Ohio for our overnight stay. D Day 2: Niagara Falls After a journey along the shores of Lake Erie arrive in Niagara Falls, NY. Board the Maid of the Mist boat for an up close view of the falls from the base. Travel Lilacs in bloom into Canada for dinner at the prominent Skylon Tower revolving dining room located 775 feet above the Falls featuring incredible views! The Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Resort is our home for two nights - each room features views of the water tumbling over the falls!

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 educate 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 4: The award winning Lilac Festival Travel to Highland Park in Rochester, NY to attend the ABA top 100 Lilac Festival.

Take time for the sights and smells of these gorgeous purple, white, pink and even yel-

low lilacs. While in Rochester, enjoy a guided tour of the George Eastman House, home of the founder of Kodak, to see the beautiful mansion and world-class collections of photography. Enjoy a boat cruise aboard the Mary Jemison River Boat and see the picturesque crossing point where the Genesee River and Erie Canal met. Overnight in Rochester, NY. 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 Day 6: Return Home We travel home arriving early evening. B

May 12-17, 2014 Per person rates double $1079 triple/quad $970 single $1404

Same price as 2013!

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!

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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!

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Niagara Falls

Spring Mystery Tour Join us for an exciting 5-day mystery tour. We can’t tell you where you’re going, but you’re sure to have fun!

May 20-24, 2014 Per person rates double $899 triple/quad $803 single $1187

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Exploring the 5 Boroughs of NYC

Day 1: Mid-Ohio Begin your trip eastward to Ohio for an overnight stay.

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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: Manhattan 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 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. B, D Day 4: Bronx & Broadway This morning we will travel to the world famous Bronx Zoo, world’s largest metropolitan zoo, for a morning of wildlife fun.

After a stop for lunch in Harlem, visit the amazing Cloisters Museum, devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. Tonight visit Times Square for dinner on your own and a little exploring before we enjoy Broadway Show. B, L

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May 31-June 7, 2014 Per person rates double $1899 triple/quad $1637 single $2684

Day 6: 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. Also, the hotel is located just a few blocks from the subway. B Day 7: East Ohio We say farewell to New York City and its 5 boroughs as we journey west for an overnight stay in Ohio. B, D Day 8: Return Home. B

Day 5: Queens & Brooklyn Today our personal guide will 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. After our tour enjoy lunch at Juniors Restaurant and Bakery. Their cheesecake, well-known as the World’s Most Fabulous Cheesecake, is a secret recipe that See the classic brownstones in Brooklyn.

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Made in the USA

Day 1: Indianapolis Time magazine’s April 2013 issue stated, “Made in the USA is making a comeback”. On this tour discover products made and sold in the USA! Start with a visit to Indianapolis’ South Side Landfill and learn that a modern landfill is not the “dump” that most people imagine as they turn waste into energy. Lunch in downtown Indianapolis and travel to Columbus, OH for a 2-night stay. L Day 2: Central Ohio Wally Byam invented the Airstream in 1932 because his wife refused to go camping unless she could bring the kitchen! Tour the Thor Industries plant revealing distinctive engineering techniques with aluminum. Learn how American Whistle Corporation has the unique manufacturing ability to die-strike a logo into the top of a brass whistle and complete the day with a tour of a gourmet chocolate candy-making business, complete with a Buckeye sampling from Anthony-Thomas Chocolates! B, D Day 3: Frankfort, KY Travel south to Toyota’s largest vehicle manufacturing plant outside of Japan. Watch the Kentucky built Camry, Avalon and Venza production in process. In the visitor center, see the very first Camry produced by team members in 1988. Got a sweet tooth? Gather round the confectionery operation and watch the inventor of Bourbon Candy

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Day 5: Louisville, KY See how the official bat of Major League Baseball is made at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. You have seen the bat held by your favorite ball player; now learn why it has been called “one of the greatest original American products ever made”! In 1858, the largest non-profit company making products for the visually impaired was founded. Tour the American Printing House for the Blind and journey through the process of turning a print book into braille including a sneak peek into a recording studio! Arrive home this evening. B

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 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

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Sail aboard NCL’s newest ship, Breakway, whose inaugural sail was on April 30, 2013.

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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. Your tour includes the newest exhibits on display and art to please all palettes. Catch a Broadway theater performance before free time to explore Times Square on you own. 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 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, or relax on the porch of the hotel. Board a return ferry to Long Island for an overnight stay. B Day 9: Long Island Enjoy the history and beauty of Long Island as we see two venues listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The first is Old Westbury Gardens, a Charles II-style mansion which is nestled amid 200 acres of formal gardens. The second is OHEKA Castle, a 109,000 square foot, 127 room estate which was built on the highest point on Long Island. Return to Teaneck, NJ for the night. B, L

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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.

From the serenity of St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the bustling activity of 5th Avenue and Wall Street, you will experience the city that never sleeps! Then, enjoy a wonderful contrast by visiting Block Island, RI and Long Island, NY with its windswept Atlantic beaches and charm.

Day 10: Mid-Ohio Travel to Mid-Ohio. B, D Day 11: Return home. B Oheka Castle on Long Island

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

All motorcoach: Refund up to the day of departure for medical reasons except for non-refundable expenses to us. Many hotels, restaurants & activities require prepayment.

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

Cruise and International tours: Refund for cancellation of cruises and international tours depend on the cruise line or tour operator. Please call for questions on a specific cruise or tour.

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

Tour Price Inclusions (and tipping policy) The price of the tour includes all attractions, lodging, motorcoach transportation, breakfast and dinner daily (unless noted otherwise), and tips for hotel, airport, and restaurant personnel. If the tour involves air travel, the cost of the ticket is included unless otherwise noted. Some airlines charge for checked baggage and that is not included in the tour price. Tips for the driver, tour managers, and 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.

Trip Insurance For 2 main reasons we highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance and can provide information on Berkley Insurance: 1) Trip interruption – There are circumstances that can prevent passengers from fully participating in a tour and may require an early departure or extended stay. For example, if a passenger suffers an injury that prevents the traveler from

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

Pick-up points For each trip, we determine the pick-up points used based in part on the number of requests for each point. We have pickup points to service the north, west, south and central areas of St. Louis metropolitan area and St. Charles and Illinois. All pick-up points allow parking for your vehicle. Sunrise’ pick up point partners offer the use of parking spaces during tour as a courtesy to Sunrise travelers. Neither Sunrise Tours nor parking lot owners assume responsibility for incidents occurring to parked cars.

You will be notified of which pick-ups we are using for your tour in a letter about 2 weeks prior to departure. If you would like to stay overnight before leaving on the tour, we can provide a hotel room at some of our pick-ups for a reduced rate. If our routing allows, we may pick up along the way in outlying areas.

Identification A passport is required on any tour that leaves the United States, including Canada.

Photo ID’s are required on all fly tours and recommended on all tours.

Singles Requesting Roommates If you would like to go on tour with us, but do not have a roommate for a specific trip, let us know and we will match you with someone else (same sex of course). Just let us know at least 60 days before departure and we will room you with another traveler at the double rate. If there is no roommate available on the tour you request, you will still only have to pay the price of a double.

If you decline the roommate assigned, you will be responsible for the single supplement. Of course, if you prefer to travel individually, you can still sign up for the single fare. This offer is not valid on cruises, and some select tours.

Method of Payments For deposits we accept checks or cash. For final payment we accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, check or cash.

Seating on the Motorcoach Seating is assigned and will be rotated on a daily basis. Special seating requests are honored on the basis of availability. Paying the single fare does NOT ensure you will have a seat to yourself on the coach, it only ensures you a room by yourself.

Responsibility Sunrise Tours is not responsible for any injury, delay, loss or accident due to any act or negligence on the part of any person or company rendering services on any of our tours. We reserve the right to change any itinerary.

After You Book A Tour...

After you have booked a tour and we have received your deposit, the following is a schedule of correspondences: 1) confirmation of deposit received 2) your final payment is due 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..It will also include a detailed itinerary (subject to change).

Please bring this with you on tour.

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

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

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

Pictures By signing up for and participating in a tour, you are agreeing to have any pictures taken on tour published in Sunrise Tours printed or web material. If you do not wish to have your picture used in any form by Sunrise Tours, please notify us prior to traveling.

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

Tour:

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Tour departure date:

Address: Phone number:

Cell phone:

Email address: Roommate (s): Pickup point most convenient for you (actual pickup point may vary by demand): Holiday Inn (old Viking) 10709 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63127 Costco South County, 4200 Rusty Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128 La Quinta 5781 Campus Parkway, Hazelwood, MO 63042 Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Comfort Suites 1400 South 5th St., St. Charles, MO 63301

Please check appropriate boxes: single triple double quad smoking non-smoking I have read, understand and agree to Sunrise Tours policies as they appear on page 54.

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

Tour:

Birthdate (required if traveling by air)

Tour departure date:

Address: Phone number:

Cell phone:

Email address: Roommate (s): Pickup point most convenient for you (actual pickup point may vary by demand): Holiday Inn (old Viking) 10709 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63127 Costco South County, 4200 Rusty Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128 La Quinta 5781 Campus Parkway, Hazelwood, MO 63042 Drury Inn 12 Ludwig Dr., Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Comfort Suites 1400 South 5th St., St. Charles, MO 63301

How to Book a Tour:

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1. When you decide on a tour, you are welcome to give us a call to reserve your space and then continue to com- plete the following steps, or you can simply move on to step #2 2. Complete the above booking form. Please include any special requirements (diet, room, no steps etc.)

3. Determine what deposit is necessary for your tour according to the following:

motorcoach or fly/coach tours 5 or more days long - $100 per person

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

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

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Sunrise Tours Staff

Photo of our staff at a recent staff meeting (from left to right): Shelby Moll, Terry Woodburn, Karen Pettyjohn, Christine Steele, Victoria Bearss, Kristen Dalrymple, Sharon Woodburn, Ruth Smith, Deb Morse, Pat McKinzie, Pat Greene, Emily Hatcher, Brent Dalrymple, Jan Schroer, Lyle Ceruti, Charlene Dalrymple, Debbie Robertson, Jim Dalrymple, Bruce Schwerdt Not pictured: Carol Pauk, Tammy Heath, Virginia Sandeno, Sharon Rabius