june 2014 - june 2015 volume xxxv
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Yosemite National Park First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more. Stroll through the Yosemite Valley as seen in this picture on one of 3 upcoming tours; America the Beautiful on page 6-7, Coastal California and Yosemite on page 20 or California National Parks on page 51.
2014 Loyalty Program We’re happy to continue offering the loyalty program again in 2014. So, on your 2nd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2014, subtract $50 off your tour price. On the 3rd tour (of four days or more) with us in 2014, subtract $100 and so on. The more you travel, the more you save! (Program is based on the calendar year, so all eligible tours depart within 2014.)
Celebrating 20 Years! 2014 marks our 20th year in business! As a celebration, we are giving a $20 gift certificate for every overnight tour you take. These will be mailed to you upon completion of the tour, do not expire and can be used in conjunction with the loyalty discount described above. In addition, if you travel 20 or more days with us within the 2014 calendar year, you will receive a special 20 year anniversary polo shirt at the end of the year.
One Day Tours Always... Patsy Cline
Mississippi River & Cruise
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Jacqueline Petroccia and Zoe Vonder Haar star in Stages St. Louis’ return engagement of the true story of Country music legend Patsy Cline and her friendship with Texas housewife Louise Seger. Combining down home humor, heartache and 27 of Patsy Cline’s unforgettable hits, critics call the show “Exceptional”. “You would have thought Patsy herself was on the stage.” (Steve Allen). Enjoy an intimate evening of genuine Americana at The Playhouse at Westport Plaza. A delicious dinner before the 8:00 pm performance awaits you at Patrick’s Restaurant located in the Plaza. D $135
Thursday, September 25th, 2014 The Mighty Mississippi River: You’ve heard the stories, crossed its waters and marveled at its size. Take the elevator to the top of the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower for a panoramic view of the joining of two great rivers. See the Locks & Dam system up close at the National Great Rivers Museum. Travel 20 miles along the Great River Road National Scenic Byway to enjoy lunch at the Grafton Winery where you can sample their award winning wines. Today’s highlight will be a scenic river cruise on the Hakuna Matata where the colors of fall will be on full display. L $104
TABLE OF CONTENTS One day tours JUNE 2014 Grand Michigan Made in the USA Cards vs Tampa Bay Badlands & Yellowstone North Texas America the Beautiful JULY 2014 Europe in Wisconsin Indiana Grandparent Yellowstone and more Idaho LaRussa Hall of Fame Pacific Northwest
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AUGUST 2014 Canadian Rockies Bar Harbor & Canada Northwest Coast Cards vs Philly and Pitt Dakotas
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SEPTEMBER 2014 California Zephyr Door County Fall Mystery Coastal CA & Yosemite Ireland
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Cape Cod and more NYC & Hudson Valley Star Spangled Spectacular Colorado Trains Fall Color NY Encore Las Vegas Canyonlands NYC and Philadelphia Trains & Cruises of NE
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OCTOBER 2014 MI Upper Penisula & Grand NE Fall Adventure Albuquerque Balloon Fest West Virginia Train Riverboat Festival Ozark Fall Fall in the Smokies
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JANUARY 2015 Floriday Stay N Play
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FEBRUARY 2015 Biloxi Winter Break p. 42 MARCH 2015 Caribbean Cruise by coach p. 42 New Orleans & Cajun Country p. 43 DC Cherry Blossom p. 44 APRIL 2015 Southern Charm North Carolina Spring
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MAY 2015 Creme de la Creme Niagara Falls Made in the USA Arizona Train California National Parks California Zephyr
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JUNE 2015 Canyonlands and Santa Fe p. 53 Policies Booking Forms
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Watch for these blue stars as they indicate the tour includes a “tour manager favorite”.
“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.
Holiday Brass Concert
Tuesday, December 2, 2014 The best way to begin your Holiday Season is at the 23rd Annual Holiday Brass Concert featuring members of the International Women’s Brass Conference performing traditional carols. They will be joined by adult and children’s choirs, as well as several 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 10:15 AM morning performance, enjoy a delicious lunch at The Tavern Kitchen & Bar and find yourself filled with holiday warmth to last the season. L $99
Oktoberfest River Cruise
Sunday, October 19, 2014 Guten Tag! To celebrate Oktoberfest, known as the largest Volksfest (People’s Fair) in the world, board the Riverboat at the Gateway Arch and enjoy a delightful 2-hour Cruise and delicious German Buffet lunch while being entertained by a charming 3-piece German Band. Enjoy reserved indoor main deck seating while you dine on popular traditional German dishes (Guten Appetit!) and enjoy the Omm Pah Pah music, all while cruising along the Mississippi. Gehen wir! (Let’s go!) . L $96
I’ll Be Home for Christmas
Friday, December 12, 2014 Enjoy the glittering gowns and retro fashions along with the melodic harmony as the incomparable Swing St. Louis duo rings in the Holiday Season with timeless classics made famous by such greats as Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters and Judy Garland. Sisters Emily and Lacy Miller will have you singing along and tapping your toes as you remember why this is indeed, the most wonderful time of the year! Begin with lunch at Billy G’s in Kirkwood before taking our reserved seats for the 2:00 pm Holiday show. L $89
“Grand” Vacation to Michigan Day 1: Mid-Michigan Travel north through Illinois to mid-Michigan for an overnight stay. D
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 I LOVED the room, take time to enjoy a leisurely GRAND!! sunset stroll through the grounds. Kathy M., B, D
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. 2012 Grand MichiThen we are off to our lakefront ho- gan Day 5: Mackinac Island and Grand tel, The Parkshore Resort, with Rapids beautiful views on the lovely shores After a restful night in one of the of Grand Traverse Bay for a 2- night stay. B, D Grand’s beautiful rooms and breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a horse drawn carriage tour of the isDay 3: Sleeping Bear Dunes and Grand Traverse land with free time to explore on your own, or to Bay shop the quaint stores of the village. Before we What a spectacular resort area! Take a scenic depart the island, we have our third delectable drive around Old Mission Peninsula where cherry meal at the Grand Hotel; lunch at the incompaorchards abound, then along Pierce Stocking Sce- rable Grand Buffet! Travel to Grand Rapids for our nic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake- overnight stay. B, L shore. Visit a charming port town and the Cherry Republic. B, L Day 6: Return Home Return to St. Louis having had a very “Grand” vaDay 4: Mackinac Island, overnight Grand Hotel cation! B Travel along Lake Michigan this morning and ferry
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June 12-17, 2014 Per person rates double $1224 triple/quad $1118 single $1610
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Made in the USA
Day 1: Indianapolis 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! Visit Thor Industries plant revealing distinctive engineering techniques with aluminum. Learn how American Whistle Corporation makes their whistles and complete the day with a tour of a gourmet chocolate candy-making business at Anthony-Thomas Chocolates! B, D Day 3: Frankfort, KY Tour 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
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! and watch the inventor of Bourbon Candy at Rebecca Ruth Candies in action featuring the cop- June 1-5, 2014, 2014 per kettles still used today. B, D Per person rates double $838 Day 4: KY bred Horses and Distilleries triple/quad $756 A scenic drive along the Pike, reveals green pas- single $1081 tures and abundant horse farms, one of KenFavorite extucky’s top industries. Tour a horse farm, watch perience: a stallion graze and enjoy the beauty of our heartSeeing the land! Frankfort is home to the “world’s most pride of the Ameriaward-winning distillery” – Buffalo Trace Distillcan workers on the ery. Watch the uncompromising dedication of Made in the USA craftsmen while walking amidst bourbon barrels tour, Christine and observe the Bottling Hall where bourbon bottles are filled, sealed, labeled and packaged – all by hand! Overnight in the Louisville area. B, D Day 5: Louisville, KY See how the official bat of Major League Baseball is made at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. 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! Arrive home this evening. B
St. Louis Cardinals vs Tampa Bay
Day 1: Memphis This afternoon arrive in Memphis to see the Cardinals AAA affiliate Memphis Redbirds take on the Nashville Sounds of the Milwaukee Brewers organization. Enjoy the game in AutoZone Park from a Party Deck, featuring club level seating and a catered lunch by the famous Rendezvous BBQ. After the game walk across the street and check into the downtown DoubleTree hotel. This evening you are free to explore nearby and historic Beale Street on your own. L Day 2: Macon, GA Continue south for warmer winds and overnight in Macon, GA. B, D Day 3: Tampa, FL Arrive in the Tampa area and check into the Sirata Resort on St. Pete Beach, our waterfront home for the next three nights. After diner arrive at Tropicana Field to see the Cards take on the Rays. B, D Day 4: Day at Leisure Today you are free to relax poolside, walk on the
beautiful white sand beaches or hop on the loJune 8-14, 2014 cal Trolley that stops in front of the hotel every Per person rates 30min. Take in the second game against the Rays double $1379 this evening from our great seats at Tropicana triple/quad $1236 Field. B single $1807
Day 5: Tampa, FL Take a guided tour of Tropicana Field this morning featuring the Ted Williams Museum & Hitters Hall of Fame. Visit the historic Ybor City neighborhood area which was home to the many cigar factories and is a National Historic Landmark District. Tonight we see the Cards High A level affiliate Palm Beach as they visit Bradenton, FL to take on the Pittsburg Pirates affiliate at McKechnie Field. B, D Day 6: Northern Georgia Begin our trip home and venture north for an overnight stay in northern Georgia. Visit the historic and the recently renovated antebellum Grand Oaks Home for dinner in Cartersville, GA this evening. B, D Day 7: Return Home B
Favorite sunset: The beach at the Sirata Resort, Jim
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North Texas
Featuring a visit to the new George W Bush Library and Museum Travel to Dallas and visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Opened in April 2013 on the campus of SMU, the Museum features Freedom Hall. Enjoy a local guided tour of Dallas, including a visit to the Dealey Plaza His-
toric District and The Sixth Floor Museum commemorating the site of the assassination of JFK. Also see hightlights of Dallas along with a visit the Clinton Library and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art en route.
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June 26-July 1, 2014 Per person rates double $1173 triple/quad $1021 single $1581
Badlands and Yellowstone National Park
Day 1: Sioux City, NE Travel across Missouri and along the river into Iowa for an overnight stay in Sioux City. D
Day 2: Rapid City, SD Explore the Badlands of South Dakota today and enjoy dinner at the famous Wall Drug store. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay in Rapid City. B, D Day 3: Rapid City, SD A local guide will take us to visit Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument and the Black Hills. Travel to Custer State Park featuring 71,000 acres of unspoiled land, pristine lakes and roaming buffalo. Enjoy a Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour into one of the largest herds of bison in North America. Enjoy lunch in the historic State Game Lodge where Presidents Eisenhower and Coolidge dined. B, L Day 4: Cody, WY Depart Rapid City this morning and begin our trek to Cody, WY. Along the route, we will see Devil’s Tower, and pass through the beautiful Big Horn Mountains. Tonight, enjoy a western dinner at the Cody Cattle Company featuring a Chuckwagon Dinner and live award winning, toe tapping Cowboy musical entertainment. All summer, Cody hosts a nightly Rodeo and your tour manager will help you secure tickets if interested (optional). B, D Day 5: Yellowstone Visit the Buffalo Bill Museum before driving into Yellowstone Park. Upon arrival in the park, unpack your bags for a 2 night stay inside Yellowstone Park which affords us easy access to the many sites featured in “the first national park in the world”. B, D Day 6: Yellowstone Bring your cameras and be prepared to enjoy the best of Yellowstone today with our own personal
guide. Old Faithful! Geysers! Paint Pots! All in all, a day of geological wonders and plenty of wildlife! Enjoy dinner in the Old Faithful Inn this evening with time to explore the area. The Old Faithful Inn is one of the few remaining log hotels in the United States. Highlights include the 65 foot ceiling in the lobby and the rhyolite fireplace. B, D Day 7: Jackson, WY Head south to Moose, Wyoming and board a comfortable raft for a scenic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons as the backdrop. Afterwards, enjoy Dornan’s Chuckwagon lunch outdoors with views of the Tetons. Continue into historic Jackson where you will have leisure time to explore Jackson Square, located in the heart of Jackson, WY. B, L
June 14-24, 2014 Per person rates double $2493 triple/quad $2199 single $3377
Same price since 2012! Come explore Yellowstone, Jackson, Mt. Rushmore, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Cody.
Day 8: Grand Tetons After a leisurely morning in Jackson, board the coach and travel southeast to Fort Collins, CO for a two night stay. B, D Day 9: Rocky National Thermal pool in Yellowstone National Park Park Explore Rocky Mountain All motorcoach National Park driving on Trail Ridge Road, a scetour! nic road with sweeping views of the Rockies, to the Alpine Visitor Center located at 11,796 feet Favorite sceabove sea level. Enjoy a catered meal at the beaunic float: On tiful Alluvial Fan picnic area. B, L the Snake River along the Day 10: Eastern Kansas magnificent Grand Board the coach for a comfortable drive to overTetons, Christine night in mid-Kansas. B, D Day 11: Return Home Return home with stories to tell and pictures to share. B
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America the Beautiful
Day 1: Kansas City Travel to Overland Park, KS and visit the brand new (opening May, 2014) Museum at Prairiefire, the first ever extension of New York’s American Museum of Natural History, and discover exhibits including Water: H2O=Life. Overnight near Overland Park. D
Day 2: Ogallala, Nebraska Lunchtime finds you in Lincoln, Nebraska at the historic Haymarket District filled with restaurants and boutiques. The eight-story high Great Platte Archway Monument has dramatized the linkage of east and west in a sweeping arc across I-80. Often called the “Gomorrah” of the cow towns, Ogallala was certainly a lust stop in the old west! Enjoy a welcome dinner at the Front Street Steak House and complete the first day with the Crystal Palace Revue reliving the Old West with music, wit and humor. D Day 3: Evanston, Wyoming Stop in Cheyenne and tour the Old West Museum, dedicated to the preservation of fine cowboy and Indian collectibles and the fine art of the West. Visit the Flaming Gorge National Recreations Area; as you look at the brilliant red cliffs it is easy to see why it’s named Flaming Gorge. B Day 4: Boise, Idaho Try to imagine the forces that could have created the geological spectacle known as Shoshone Falls, the “Niagara of the West”. The mighty Snake River plunges over a 212-foot high cliff at Twin Falls and drops farther than Niagara Falls into a canyon of dizzying depths. Arrive tonight in Boise, Idaho, Idaho’s capital and home to the largest Basque population outside of Spain, the result of a settlement that began in the late 19th century when hundreds of young Basque men were recruited to herd sheep. Enjoy a Basque family-style dinner and colorful dancers at the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. B, D Day 5: Pendleton, Oregon Travel to Baker City and the valley that gave the Oregon Trail pioneers their first glimpse of the promise of the Oregon territory. Visit the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, built to preserve and interpret the Oregon Trail Heritage. The Blue Mountains to the West and Wallowa Mountains to the East create a dramatic backdrop for Baker City’s restored 1861 gold rush town. A scenic stretch of I-84 takes you into Pendleton
and to the unique Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, which tells the trail story from the Native Americans point of view. Their museum store features an array from Pendleton Woolen Mills and unique one of a kind blankets and hand-crafted one-of-a -kind Indian pieces. B, D
Day 6: Portland, OR Cross the Cascade Range and enter the geologic phenomenon of the Columbia Gorge National Monument. The scenery and topography changes before your eyes as you drive through the area that was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago by the Montana Flood. Stop at the Pheasant Valley
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June 27- July 16, 2014 Per person rates double $4039 triple/quad $3568 single $5452
This tour is limited to 30 or less passengers to allow for more room and maximum comfort
Columbia River Gorge
Winery, the Hood River Valley’s premier winery featuring spectacular views of Mount Hood. Continue to Point Vista House for a spectacular view of the Gorge and beautiful Multnomah Falls. As you descend into the Willamette Valley, you pass orchards, nursery stocks, farms, and horse ranches to reach Portland, OR. B, D Day 7: Newport, OR Visit the International Rose Test Gardens and take the scenic route along the coast to Newport, OR, stopping along the way to soak in the sights of beautiful beaches and scenery including the Cannon Beach “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark, and a stop at Depoe Bay. Check into the Elizabeth Street Inn in Newport, OR for a twonight stay. B, D Day 8: Newport, OR Happy 4th of July!! Catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding at the world class Oregon Coast Aquarium. Today is our nation’s birthday and tonight we will celebrate at one of the biggest 4th of July events on the central Oregon Coast, a spectacular fireworks display over Yaquina Bay! You have the best seat in the
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house as we view the fireworks on an evening sail aboard the deluxe 65’ Discovery. B Day 9: Crater Lake and Klamath Falls, OR A trip to Oregon would not be complete without a visit to one of the most photographed lakes in the country; Crater Lake. Featuring magnificent blues and sheer surrounding cliffs almost two thousand feet high, it is a place of immeasurable beauty. Continue to Klamath Falls, OR. B, D Day 10: Crescent City, CA Travel west to Grants Pass, OR and board a comfortable boat for a scenic guided excursion through Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River amidst remarkable rock shapes and through the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. Overnight in Crescent City, CA. B, D Day 11: Humboldt Redwoods State Park Experience the grandeur of a 350-foot canopy at Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Follow the Avenue of the Giants, a scenic ride through the Park featuring incredible views of the Redwoods. Overnight near Fort Bragg, CA B, D
The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
Day 12: San Francisco Travel through California wine country, stopping for visit and tasting before continuing to our hotel in the San Francisco area for a two-night stay. B, L Day 13: San Francisco Start with a guided tour of the “city by the bay” to see the architecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf this afternoon to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast sunset to complete
our day. B, D Day 14: Yosemite National Park On June 30, 1864, amid the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant Act to protect Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove. Our visit to Yosemite takes us to the breathtaking Glacier Point towerBryce Canyon ing 3,200 feet directly above the valley floor, and featuring panoramic views of the magnificent Yosemite Falls and High Sierra. Spend the night just outside the Park. B, D Day 15: Cedar City, UT The sparse Great Basin Desert, the largest in the US, flies by as we travel from the Sierra Nevada Range in California, across Nevada and to Cedar City, UT for a two-night stay. B, D Day 16: Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park Explore spectacular Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its multi-colored Hoodoos, a unique geological formation, and some of the world’s best air quality. Follow the lush Virgin River along U-9 into Zion National Park where you are surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified sand dunes. B, D Day 17: Grand Junction, CO We will visit Arches National Park, featuring over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, and snap photos of the Rocky Mountains en route to an overnight in Grand Junction, CO. B, D
Most jaw-dropping scenery – Bryce Canyon, Utah, Tammy
Please note: Laundry service will be available at least once on tour.
Day 18: Denver area The Roaring Fork River meets the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs, CO. Enjoy a mild but scenic raft trip through Glenwood Canyon before continuing to our hotel just east of Denver. B, L Day 19: Kansas City Our journey home continues as we travel to Kansas City for an overnight stay. B, D Day 20: Return home
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Europe in Wisconsin
Day 1: Milwaukee Leave your passports at home; we’re off to Milwaukee for 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! Visit the quaint Old World Third Street District, see the Milwaukee Art Museum and much more. Stop at Mader’s German Restaurant, for lunch and see the extensive Stein collection and Hummel Figurines in their Tower Gallery and gift shop. Tour the opulent Pabst Mansion, and cruise along the river in a canal boat to see more of historic Milwaukee. Enjoy the outstanding views of its mix of modern and historic buildings on the shores of downtown. B, L
Day 3: New Glarus or “Little Switzerland” See a glimpse of the multi-cultural European influence at Old World Wisconsin. Visit Stoughton, a town that at the turn of the 19th century had the largest number of Norwegian immigrants in Wisconsin, for an authentic Norwegian lunch and entertainment. Admire the diverse ethnic heritage reflected throughout the State Capitol Building
in Madison and along State Street before arriving July 8-12, 2014 at the Chalet Landaus, New Glarus, Wisconsin, Per person rates the “Little Switzerland” of America, for the next double $879 2 nights. B, L triple/quad $786 single $1159 Day 4: Blue Mound or “Little Norway” Same price since Visit Pendarvis, historical site of the Cornwall im2012! migrant miners in the “European” town of Mineral Point. See the “Norwegian town” of Mount Horeb, known as the troll capital of the world. The streets of this whimsical town are lined with Head north when the life-sized carved mythical characters, each hav- St. Louis summer heat ing their own personality. We will return to New starts up... Glarus, “Swisconsin”, with its emblems of Swiss cantons adorning the downtown buildings and street signs and tour the Swiss Historical Village and Museum. This evening, we are in for a real treat: a savory Swiss dinner and lively entertainment. B, D Favorite small Day 5: Return home town: New No trip to Wisconsin feels complete without a stop Glarus, Wisconto pick up cheese! We’ll tour the Swiss-American sin, Jan Alp & Dell/Roth Kase, the fastest growing specialty cheese factory in the country. B
Indianapolis Grandparent
Day 1: Corvettes and Lucas Oil Stadium In 1974, Mike Yager, a young tool-and-die maker from Effingham, IL borrowed $500 and began selling car manuals and other accessories from the trunk of a borrowed car. From this beginning, Mike built the Mid America Motorworks Company and has amassed a world class collection of Corvettes and VW Bugs – including 3 “Herbie” cars from the movies! See the collection at the My Garage Museum in Effingham. Continue to Indianapolis and tour Lucas Oil Stadium, nicknamed “the house that Manning built” and home of the Indianapolis Colts since its opening in 2008. See the impressive retractable roof and window wall and get a behind the scenes look at an NFL locker room, press box and playing field. Enjoy a pizza and pool party at the hotel this evening. D
Day 2: Chinese exhibits at Indianapolis Children’s Museum The Indianapolis Children’s Museum is presenting two very special Chinese exhibits; Terra Cotta Warrior’s: The Emperor’s Painted Army, a one-of-a-kind exhibit to be produced only in Indianapolis featuring hands on activities and over
100 artifacts including real Terra Cotta Warriors. Take Me There China is one of the largest exhibits on contemporary China ever produced in the US. “Board” a modern Chinese airliner and fly over the Great Wall, Forbidden City and more before “landing” in Beijing. Learn about Chinese culture, music, ancient medicine and martial arts in this immersive production. Enjoy a guided tour of Traderspoint Creamery Farm, a family-owned organic dairy farm with around 120 cows. See the cows milked, learn about rotational grazing, and sample the products produced at the Farm in the “farm to table” restaurant, including ice cream made from Traderspoint cows! B, D
Day 3: Exotic Feline Rescue Center Experience a guided tour of the Exotic Feline Rescue Center, a non-profit facility that provides permanent homes and care for 230 abused or abandoned big cats from 9 species (including lions, tigers, jaguars and more) on the 108 acre sanctuary. Learn about the beautiful cats and see how the Center fulfills its mission of “giving big cats a second chance”, in part by feeding them 4,000 pounds of meat every day! B
July 15-17, 2014 Per person rates* double $476 triple/quad $436 single $595 * Each child is $175 per one paying adult in the same room. Occupancy rates based on number of adults.
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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. Enjoy lunch in the historic State Game Lodge where Presidents Eisenhower and Coolidge dined. B, L Day 4: Cody, WY Depart Rapid City this morning and begin our trek to Cody, WY. Along the route, we will see Devil’s Tower and pass through the beautiful Big Horn Mountains. Tonight, we will relax in the comforts of Cody Cowboy Village, a luxury log cabin lodging located in Cody with all rooms attractively appointed with a cowboy/western flair. This is the real thing...real log cabins with open beam ceilings. Cody is surrounded by scenic mountains to be enjoyed from the chairs on your cabin’s porch. Dinner and entertainment at the acclaimed Cody Cattle Company this evening. B, D Day 5: Yellowstone Visit the Buffalo Bill Museum before driving into Yellowstone Park for a 2-night stay at the Old Faithful SnowLodge. Completed in 1999, the Snow Lodge is the newest of the park’s full service hotels, has been recognized with the Cody Award for Western Design and Travel and Leisure’s Inn of the Month and features heavy timber construction, exterior log columns and cedar shingle roof, a design example of classic “parkitecture.”
Located in Old Faithful July 11-19, 2014 Village, you will be able Per person rates* to walk out the front door double $2416 and experience the sites triple/quad $2138 first hand! B, D single $3299 * Includes return
Day 6: Yellowstone flight to STL Bring your cameras and be prepared to enjoy the Just a few best of Yellowstone today spots left! with our own guide. Old Faithful! Geysers! Paint Pots! All in all, a day of Combine this tour with geological wonders and plenty of wildlife! B, D Idaho on page 10 and take $450 off the comDay 7: Jackson, WY Head south to Moose, Wyoming and board the bined per person rate!
boat for a scenic float on the Snake River with the Grand Tetons as the backdrop and a narration about the region’s wildlife, history, and geology. Afterwards, turn your sites to the giant white teepee and follow your nose towards the aromatic campfire smoke to savor a good-old fashioned Dornan’s Chuckwagon lunch. Continue into historic Jackson where you will have leisure time to explore Jackson Square, located in the heart of Jackson, WY. B, L Day 8: Grand Tetons - Salt Lake City, UT After a leisurely morning in Jackson, board the coach and travel south along scenic highway into Salt Lake City. This evening, we will meet our guide for a tour of Temple Square and the Latter Day Saints Community Center and a guided “pin drop” tour. B, D
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Day 1: Sunken Gardens Arrive in Salt Lake City by air then travel to Pocatello, Idaho for the night. D Day 2: The Moon and the Sun Tour the birthplace of the world’s first electricity from atomic energy at EBR- 1 Atomic Museum National Historic Landmark. Next, journey back in time to explore the Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, a geological jewel and one of the best places in the world to see the awesome effects of volcanism. 2000 years after the eruption of this volcano, the landscape is still ever-changing. Check into America’s first destination resort, Sun Valley Resort featuring the old-world charm and ambiance of a cozy European alpine village. B, D Day 3: Ice and Sand Explore the “village” at Sun Valley before departing to delight in quality farmstead cheese made by hand at Ballard Family Dairy & Cheese. See the spectacular Bruneau Dunes, rising 470 feet above small lakes in the high desert. “All aboard” on the Thunder Mountain Line this evening as we wind our way around the narrow canyon alongside the Payette River and stop for a Chuck wagon dinner before our return trip on the rails. Spend the next 2-nights in Boise. B, D Day 4: Boise “Best City” Did you know that Boise has been listed in over a dozen magazines on their “best cities” lists? Explore the Greenbelt Path and Park along the river, the Basque Museum and Cultural Center (more Basques reside in Boise than any other U.S. city) and the Old Idaho Territorial Penitentiary. B, D Day 5: West Central Idaho Travel through Payette National Forest and visit the smokejumpers base in McCall. Smokejumping was first proposed in 1934 as a means to quickly provide initial attack on forest fires. Overnight on the banks of the Salmon River in Riggins, gateway to the spectacular mountains, canyons and rivers of west central Idaho. B, D Day 6: Hell’s Canyon
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Adventure begins at Pittsburg Landing for a scenic jet boat ride on the whitewaters of the Snake River in Hell’s Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America! Venture up the “wild river” to the dam where we will have lunch and tour an historic cabin and museum along the way. Enchanted by the views and curious history, this will be a safe adventure never to be forgotten! Overnight in Lewiston. B, L
July 19-28, 2014 Per person rates* double $2548 triple/quad $2300 single $3295
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Combine this tour with Yellowstone on page 9 OR Pacific Northwest Day 7: Northern Panhandle of Idaho Visit the Nez Perce Museum then view Port Lew- on page 12 and take iston barges at the confluence of the Clearwater $450 off the combined and Snake Rivers and along the mighty Salmon per person rate! River. Enjoy the view through Palouse country Favorite Boat with its golden wheat, lentil and barley fields, and ride: Hell`s Canthe six mile corridor of majestic Great White Pine yon in Idaho, Pat into the northern panhandle of Idaho. This part of Idaho has some of the largest and most pristine lakes and beautiful scenic drives. Stroll the world’s longest floating boardwalk or browse the shops before checking in for a two night stay in Coeur D’Alene. B, D Day 8: Northern Panhandle of Idaho A cruise on Coeur d’Alene Lake, a scenic Coeur d’Alene Lake drive across the Silver Valley for a tour of the oldest standing building in Idaho - Cataldo Mission, Did you know? and a visit to an historic silver mine highlight to• Idaho is 63% public day’s adventures in the Gem state. B, D land, managed by the federal government. Day 9: Emerald City • The deepest river Traverse across Washington State with a stop gorge in North America at Riverfront Park in Spokane, home to magis Idaho’s Hells Canyon nificent Spokane Falls. The Falls are a dramatic (7,900 ft deep) transition along the 111-mile run of the Spokane • Idaho has 3,100 miles River which runs from Lake Coeur d’Alene to Lake of rivers - more than Roosevelt. Sit back and relax on the road to picany other state. turesque Seattle for an overnight stay. B, D • Nearly 85% of all commercial trout sold in the Day 10: Return Home US is from Idaho. Catch the return flight home reflecting on the jagged peaks, deeps canyons, and wonderful adventures in Idaho. B
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Featuring the induction of Tony La Russa and Joe Torre Day 1: Depart St. Louis Grab your Cardinals gear and trek east to overnight in Columbus, OH area. D Day 2: Cardinals A affiliate Travel through the picturesque Allegheny Mountains to State College, PA, home of the Cardinals Single A affiliate, the State College Spikes. Watch the Spikes take on the Auburn Doubledays (Nationals Single A affiliate) at 5,500 seat Medlar Field, located on the campus of Penn State University - the Spikes share the stadium with the PSU varsity baseball team. B, D
Day 4: The Hall’s 75th Anniversary With your Hall of Fame Membership* card in hand, we are headed into Cooperstown for the day’s activities! This morning, tour the Baseball Hall of Fame Museum (cameras are encouraged) and help celebrate their 75th anniversary! Jump on the trolley and travel to other sights in the Cooperstown Baseball village. Watch The Hall of Fame Awards Presentation followed by the Parade of Legends, as Hall of Fame members ride down Main Street. Of course, the whole town of Cooperstown will be alive with fan-friendly experiences and events focused on America’s favorite pastime. B, D
Day 3: New York Day 5: Induction Ceremony What do Gov. Chris ChrisEnjoy pre-ceremony entertie, Dick Vitale, Dusty Baktainment before watching the er, Pres. George W. Bush induction ceremony honorand Hal Irwin have in coming Tony La Russa and other mon? They all played on deserving inductees including Little League teams and former Player/Manager, Joe are featured in the Hall of Torre. There are always lots Excellence at the World of great stories told by the of Little League Museum Cardinals former manager, Tony La Russa inductees! Your professional in Williamsport, PA. The Tour Manager will reserve Museum underwent a major renovation in 2013 seating in the Clark Sports Center in designated in anticipation of Little League’s 75th Anniversary Sunrise Tours’ chairs for the ceremony. B, D in 2014. Arrive, Verona, NY and check into the four-star Turning Stone Resort and Casino for a Day 6: Niagara Falls 3-night stay. B, D Enjoy time exploring one of America’s greatest treasures, Niagara Falls, and witness its thundering torrent over 180 foot high * Tour includes a one year membership into the Baseball Hall of wall at an especially scenic lunch Fame which includes: spot! Travel west to Mansfield, • Personalized membership card OH for an overnight stay. B, L • Subscription to Memories and Dreams magazine • Hall of Fame Yearbook Day 7: Return Home • Access to exclusive member content at baseballhall.org With memories of the Hall of • Complimentary admission to the Hall of Fame for one full year Fame ceremony arrive home this • 10% discount and FREE shipping on purchases from our Muevening full of Cardinal Pride. B seum Store, catalog and Web site • Member lapel pin
July 23-29, 2014 Per person rates double $1499 triple/quad $1351 single $1984 Legendary St. Louis fan-favorites, Tony La Russa and Joe Torre, will be inducted into the Baseball’s Hall of Fame in July. Join us as we travel to Cooperstown to celebrate and experience the induction in person in reserved seating. The induction ceremony will feature lots of stories and highlights of your favorite Cardinal teams of Tony’s tenure as manager.
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Pacific Northwest & Canadian Rockies The Rocky Mountains roll on for a thousand miles with snow-capped peaks, thick forests and clear July 29-Aug. 9, 2014 glacial lakes. Banff was the first of the Canadian Rockies’ National Parks established in 1885 and Per person rates* still welcomes visitors each day. Join us as we explore this incredibly majestic region. double $3398 Day 1: Arrival in Seattle, WA and its ecology. This relaxing float allows time to triple/quad $3067 Fly into Seattle and overnight just north of the enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Moun- single $4391 city. D tains while looking for Beaver, Elk, Osprey and * Includes roundtrip more! Don’t forget your camera! When we return airfare from STL Day 2: Vancouver, BC we will enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Combine this tour with Travel into Canada to visit cosmopolitan Vancou- Mountain for a bird’s eye view. B, D Idaho on page 10 and ver and its beautiful parks with a local guide. Aftake $450 off the comter our touring, we will check into the hotel for a Day 8: Kootenay Park, BC bined per person rate! 2-night stay . B, D Travel through scenic Kootenay Park and Radium Hot Springs, BC for a European luncheon at HelDay 3: Vancouver Island, BC ena’s Stube Restaurant. Arrive in Whitefish, MT Ferry to Vancouver Island to visit world-famous where we unpack our bags for a 2-night stay. B, L Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of stunning and meticulously kept gardens. Enjoy lunch over- Day 9: Glacier National Park “The ONLY bolooking the beautiful gardens. Afterwards, visit Board the narrated “red bus jammers” on the tanical garden the delightful “British-like” city of Victoria for an Crown of the Continent Tour which follows the outside of STL” – afternoon of leisure. B, L glacially carved valleys into the heart of Glacier Butchart Gardens, Deb National Park on the Going-to-the-Sun Road and Day 4: Revelstoke, BC onto the top of the Continental Divide at Logan Journey along scenic roads into the inland moun- Pass. Later this afternoon, board the DeSmet, a tains of British Columbia and spend the night in a boat built in 1930 and launched on Lake McDonmountain lake hotel near Revelstoke, British Co- ald where she still runs today, for a tranquil boat lumbia. B, D ride and intimate observation of West Glacier. Tonight, relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Day 5: Lake Louise and Banff, BC B, L Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier and Yoho National Parks, and into Banff National Park, Can- Day 10: Cascade Mountains, WA …thanks for ada’s oldest national park. En-route we will visit Our journey takes us through the Kaniksu and Lake Louise, the most photographed spot in the Coeur D’Alene National Forests, and a scenic drive making the tour of Canadian Rockies. Take time to walk the edge of along the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains the Northwest and the Lake and take your own pictures, then it’s on to bring us to the charming Bavarian-like village Canada such a sucto Banff for a 3-night stay. B, D of Leavenworth. Herzlich Willkommen! B, D cess. The meals and
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Day 6: Athabasca Glacier Travel north on the icefield parkway into Jasper National Park. You won’t forget the incredible “snow coach” ride on the Athabasca Glacier, the azure blue of Peyto Lake and the majestic mountains of the Canadian Rockies! A local guide will add commentary as we explore Banff National Park. B, D
Day 11: Leavenworth, WA Wake early and watch the authentic Alphorn Player before visiting the Aplets and Cotlets country store and the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery for a tour about the ecology of the area. Enjoy leisure time in downtown Leavenworth for a Bavarian experience before a savory dinner complete with German entertainment! B, D
Day 7: Banff, AB Embark on a scenic float trip on the Bow River, for a different perspective of Banff National Park
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Canadian Rockies & Glacier Park Day 1: Calgary, Alberta Fly to Calgary. D Day 2: Waterton Lake Travel south to Waterton Lakes National Park. Board the “M.V. International” for a scenic boat cruise to discover the “Jewel of the Rockies” along the shoreline of beautiful Upper Waterton Lake and cross the border to Goat Haunt, MT. What a shining example of international cooperation! Journey up the hill to the famous Prince of Wales Hotel and treat your inner aristocrat with a High Afternoon Tea experience, complete with panoramic vista views. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the Bayshore Inn situated in town where shopping, cafes, bars, and nature are nearby. B, High Tea Day 3: Glacier National Park Glacier National Park is a must see as a partner in the International Peace Park. Board the “RedJammers” and embark on the Crown of the Continent Tour which follows the glacially carved valleys into the heart of Glacier National Park on the Going-to-the-Sun Road and onto the top of the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. Continue down the west side of the park for an included lunch at historic Lake McDonald Lodge. When traveling back across the Park look for bighorn sheep and mountain goats. B, L Day 4: Banff Continue to Banff to experience the spectacular
Canadian Rocky Mountains and the small-town charm that Banff offers. After dinner, unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the 4-star Caribou Lodge conveniently located in downtown Banff. B,D
Per person rates* double $2899 triple/quad $2605 single $3782
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Day 5: Scenic Float airfare from STL Embark on a scenic float trip on the Bow River for a different perspective of Banff National Park Just a few and its ecology. This relaxing float allows time to spots left! enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Mountains while looking for Beaver, Elk, Osprey and more! This afternoon learn about Banff from a Combine this tour with professional step-on guide. B, L Northwest Coast on page 15 and take $450 Day 6: Banff National Park off the combined per Traveling through Banff National Park, visit Lake person rate! Louise, the most photographed spot in the Canadian Rockies. Take time to walk to the edge of the Lake for a picture, then it’s on to Jasper for Explore the Rockies cita 2-night stay at the Sawridge Inn, a property ies of Calgary, Banff, which offers premier lodging in the midst of the Jasper, Waterton Park vast, unspoiled grandeur of 4,200 square mile Jas- in Canada and Amerper Park, Canada’s largest park. B, D ica’s Glacier National Park all in one fantasDay 7: Jasper tic tour during the most Explore the many features of Jasper National delightful season of Park highlighted by Medicine Lake and Maligne the year! In 1932, WaCanyon with our personal guide. Discover the terton Lakes National 100 year old charming mountain village of Jasper Park in Alberta, Canaduring a historical Walk in the Past tour. The eve- da was combined with ning is on your own to enjoy the serenity of this the Glacier National alpine retreat. B, L Park (Montana, USA) to form the first InterDay 8: Athabasca Glacier national Peace Park Ride situated on the border Enjoy a snow-coach ride on an between 2 countries all-terrain Ice Explorer across and is a celebration the surface of the Athabasca of friendship between Glacier. Take a picture at the Canada and the USA to azure blue Peyto Lake with this day. the Canadian Rockies in the backdrop! Continue south to Calgary for a farewell dinner and an overnight stay. B, D Day 9: Return flight home
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Bar Harbor & the Canadian Maritime Provinces
Day 1: Fly to Boston area Board a flight for Boston and travel north to Bangor, ME for a two night stay. D
Day 2: Bar Harbor We depart this morning for picturesque Bar Harbor, Maine. Nowhere along the Atlantic seaboard is the “stern and rockbound coast” more picturesque than Acadia National Park! You are sure to enjoy a delightful lunch at the Jordan Pond House for their famous tea and popovers. Then enjoy a scenic carriage ride through the park to cap our visit to this enchanting area. B, L Day 3: Bay of Fundy Ferry With passports in hand we are off to St. John, NB to board a ferry for a cruise across the Bay of Fundy, one of Canada’s Natural Wonders. Enroute, you may even spot a whale playing in the high tides before arriving in the coastal Digby, Nova Scotia. From there we travel across scenic Nova Scotia before arriving in Halifax for a two night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown. B, D Day 4: Peggy’s Cove and Hailfax Today is full of history and fun, so, bring your cameras and sunglasses! This morning, make the journey to picturesque Peggy’s Cove to visit the rustic charm of this famous fishing village and lighthouse. Afterwards, our personal guide will lead us back to Halifax to explore its legacy and charm. B, D Day 5: Baddeck After a leisurely breakfast, you will have time to explore more of historic downtown Halifax on your own. This afternoon, continue our journey to Baddeck. Spend the next 2-nights at the Silver Dart Lodge, a huge hit from our 2013 tour and experience the warm Cape Breton hospitality. B, D Day 6: Cabot Trail Spend the day on one of Canada’s most famous scenic drives – The Cabot Trail. Stop to visit the
“hookers”, and take many photos from view- August 21-31, 2014 points high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L Per person rates* double $2998 Day 7: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island triple/quad $2747 This morning visit the Alexander Graham Bell single $3749 Museum before traveling by ferry to Prince Ed- * Includes ward Island for a two-night stay in Charlottetown. roundtrip flight After dinner, enjoy a performance at the much ac- from STL claimed Confederation of the Arts Centre. B, D Same price as 2013! Day 8: Prince Edward Island Today we explore this intriguing island and visit an Anne of Green Gables site, see some of the famous coastline and travel through the quaint villages. This evening enjoy the Charlottetown waterfront before dinner at the Culinary Institute of Canada overlooking the harbor. B, D
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Day 9: St. John, NB - Shirley D. This morning cross the Confederation Bridge into 2013 Bar Harbor New Brunswick where we see two natural phenomena –the Reversing Falls and the Hopewell Rocks – you have to see them to believe them! This evening dine at the historic Union Club, which was founded in 1884, before checking into the the luxu- Lobster boats on Prince Edward Island rious Chateau Saint John. B, D Day 10: St. Andrews Today, visit the charming town of St. Andrews before we continue on to central Maine. B, D Day 11: Return flight home Refreshed from experiencing all of the spectacular scenery, board a return flight home. B
The natural phenomenon known as the Bay of Fundy is home to the world’s highest tides
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Northwest Coast Day 1: Flight into the Northwest Enjoy a welcome dinner and unpack for a 2-night stay in a comfortable Portland area hotel. D Day 2: Portland, OR Visit Portland’s signature landmark, the famous International Rose Test Gardens followed by a tour of the sweeping view of the Columbia River Gorge, just one of many other incredible sights we’ll see on our Columbia River Gorge-Mount Hood loop tour. Lunch at historic Timberline Lodge and the local step-on guide will enhance our tour of this pristine area of Oregon. B, L Day 3: Newport, OR Take the scenic route along the coast to Newport, OR, stopping along the way to soak in the sights of beautiful beaches and scenery including the Cannon Beach “Haystack Rock”, a geological Oregon landmark, and a stop at Depoe Bay. This evening check into The Elizabeth Street Inn and enjoy your room with an ocean view balcony and fresh baked cookies each evening! B, D Day 4: Oregon Coast Board the 65’ Discovery for a marine discovery cruise. Whales, sea lions, sea birds, seals, lighthouses and an historic bridge will be visible during our naturalist-led cruise. After the cruise, enjoy lunch in the Gleason Room at the Oregon Coast Aquarium featuring a viewing of the Passages of the Deep habitat. This afternoon, tour the Aquarium where you might even catch a sea lion or sea otter feeding! Enjoy leisure time to shop and browse the Newport quaint shops or visit Yaquina Head Lighthouse before returning to the Inn. This evening enjoy a beachfront bonfire. (weather permitting) B, L Day 5: Crater Lake Traveling along the coastline, stop in Florence, OR to view the massive sand dunes that characterize this area of the coast and embark on a scenic Giant Dune Buggy tour up and over the dunes! Deep, pure, and brilliantly blue in color, Crater Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the country and always a highlight of a visit to Oregon. Dinner and overnight will be at the Crater
Lake Lodge. B, D Day 6: Grants Pass, OR After a morning view of Crater Lake, travel west to Grants Pass, OR. Board a boat for a scenic guided excursion of Hellgate Canyon on the Rogue River, traveling amidst remarkable rock shapes. See the canyon where John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn filmed “Rooster Cogburn”. Overnight in Crescent City, CA. B
August 21-30, 2014 Per person rates* double $2899 triple/quad $2603 single $3787
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Combine this tour with Canadian Rockies on page 13 and take $450 Day 7: Redwoods off the combined per Travel further into Northern CA and visit the Red- person rate! woods. Grab your camera and feast your eyes on the magnitude of the trees from the trails below and an aerial view on a gondola peaking at 750 Travel south from Portfeet altitude during the Trees of Mystery tour. land to San Francisco Visit Humboldt Redwoods State Park to see the and discover the magic tallest living things on earth and hug an evergreen of this corner of the tree that grows to 350 feet! This evening over- world where the coastal terrain is a beautiful night in Santa Rosa, CA. B, D combination of sandy beaches and towering Day 8: Santa Rosa Santa Rosa sits amid wine and farm country and rock cliffs and one’s features a quaint downtown. Tour a winery and mind is boggled by an enjoy lunch at a charming restaurant in the heart endless array of marine of the city. This afternoon, arrive in San Francis- creatures and remarkco just in time to board a comfortable boat for a able tall trees. Golden Gate Bay Cruise featuring breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Unpack your bags in our hotel in the San Francisco area for a 2-night stay. B, L Day 9: San Francisco It’s off to meet our personal guide for a “city by the bay” tour. We’ll see the architecture of the city, Chi- Crater Lake natown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf this afternoon to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast sunset to complete our day. B, D Day 10: Return home Return flight home. B
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Cards vs Philly and Pittsburgh Day 1: Mid-Ohio Depart St. Louis for an overnight stay in MidOhio. D Day 2: Philadelphia Travel through Pennsylvania today as we arrive in Philadelphia and check in to the Holiday Inn Stadium just steps away from Citizens Bank Park. This evening we see game one of the tour as the Cards take on the Phillies. B, D Day 3: Game 2 Grab an authentic Philly Cheesesteak before heading over to the ballpark to catch this afternoon’s game against the Phillies as they, along with St. Louis Native Ryan Howard, look to bounce back from a disappointing 2013 season. B, L Day 4: Game 3 En route for Pittsburgh stop for lunch at the historic Jean Bonnet Tavern in Bedford, PA before visiting the Flight 93 National Memorial near Shanksville, PA. Arrive in Pittsburgh and check into the historic AAA Four-Diamond, Omni William Penn Hotel. Located in downtown, the hotel opened in 1916 and has played host to the likes
of John F. Kennedy and Lawrence Welk. This evening we head over to PNC Ballpark to see game one of this series against the Pirates and the 2013 NL MVP Andrew McCutchen from our lower infield box seats in section 119. B, L Day 5: Pittsburgh & Game 4 PNC Ballpark opened in 2001 and is regarded as one of the most beautiful parks in the MLB. It is located along the shore of the Allegheny River and offers scenic views of the downtown skyline. Take a guided tour of the stadium before visiting the His- Duquesne Incline toric Strip District and the original Primanti Brothers restaurant for lunch on your own. Ride the Duquesne Incline 400ft above the three rivers for a panoramic eagle’s eye view of the city. Tonight see the Cards and Pirates battle from our great seats in section 114! B, D
August 22-28, 2014 Per person rates double $1490 triple/quad $1319 single $2003
Favorite ballpark PNC Park, Brent
Day 6: Game 5 Enjoy a leisurely morning before we head over to the ballpark for a “business man’s special” as we catch game 3 of the series against last year surprise team from our great seats with an included lunch at the game. Overnight in Columbus, OH. B, L Day 7: Return home. B PNC Park
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The Dakotas
Day 1: Sioux City, NE Pack your gear for our Dakota Adventure! Our travels bring us to Sioux City, Nebraska for an overnight along the Missouri River. D
Day 2: Sioux Falls, SD Sioux Falls, the largest city in South Dakota, is our first stop in the Dakotas. See the triple waterfall at Falls Park and do a little exploring in the historic heart of this city. Travel to De Smet, locale of six Laura Ingalls Wilder books, to relive the pioneer days of growing up on the Dakota prairie as we tour two homes of the Wilder family. B, D Day 3: Badlands National Park Stop in the capital city of Pierre on our way to visit the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. This one-of-a-kind site presents the history and significance of the Cold War arms race. Then see the rugged beauty of Badlands National Park before arriving in Rapid City, for a two night stay at the Grand Gateway Hotel. B, D Day 4: Black Hills Take in spectacular views of the Black Hills of South Dakota as we visit Mt. Rushmore National Monument, Crazy Horse Memorial and take a jeep tour through Custer State Park, amidst herds of buffalo, bison and elk. Visit the Mammoth Site, the world’s largest mammoth research facility. Stand on the edge of discovery
and walk where mammoths, bears, American li- August 24-31, 2014 ons and other Ice Age critters walked at this active Per person rates paleontological dig site. B, L double $1549 triple/quad $1398 Day 5: Medora, ND single $2002 Visit Bear Country USA, a drive through wildlife park where we get an up close view of over 20 species of North American mammals, then Simply an unforhead north to Medora, North Dakota, an authentic Old West cow town in the midst of the North gettable tour! Dakota Badlands. Enjoy the nationally acclaimed Pitchfork Steak Fondue dinner before we mo- - Linda H.. sey over to the Burning Hills Amphitheatre where 2012 The Dakotas you may even see some elk amble on stage before the Medora Musical, a musical variety show, takes center stage. Overnight in the newly renovated and historic Rough Riders Hotel in the heart of downtown Medora. B, D
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Did you know?
- The North Dakota state capitol building is one of only four tower-style capitols in the U.S. - North Dakota has recently been ranked the friendliest state in the U.S., according to Cambridge University. - South Dakota has one of the largest Native American populations, with nine official tribes.
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California Zephyr Adventure
Day 1: Motorcoach to Osceola/Board Amtrak Depart St. Louis by motorcoach for Osceola, Iowa to board Amtrak’s California Zephyr. Sleep in your own private roomette (see description in sidebar) as you make your way across the plains. D
Day 2: Overnight/Amtrak in Rockies Wake up to enjoy breakfast on the train in the diner. It’s just like the old days. Then, sit back and relax as the beauty of the Rockies passes by your large viewing window. Head back to the lounge car for a floor to ceiling view of the magnificent San Francisco scenery that unfolds. Enjoy breakfast, ferry ride across the bay to Alcatraz Island. Forlunch and dinner in the diner during this unbelievmerly off-limits to the public, the “Rock” invites us able journey. Your room steward will help prepare to experience the beauty, history and uniqueness your cabin for your evening as you ride the rails. of this legendary federal prison. Next, enjoy the B, L, D “city by the bay” with a local guide. See the architecture of the city, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Day 3: Lake Tahoe Nob Hill, Cable Cars and many scenic views of the Enjoy breakfast on the train before arriving in bay. Enjoy leisure time in Fisherman’s Wharf to Reno where we meet our coach and travel to shop and explore, then dinner and a west coast South Lake Tahoe. Board the M.S. Dixie II for a sunset to complete our day. B, D scenic lunch cruise to enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe and take in the dramatic splendor of Day 6: Monterey – the 17 mile drive Emerald Bay. B, L Depart for Monterey via the spectacular coastal Day 4: Napa Valley/San route, Highway 1, passFrancisco ing along the famous Travel to beautiful Napa Val17 mile drive. One of ley with their rolling hills and the most breathtaking picturesque vineyards that coastlines in the world, dot the countryside. Enjoy see the wonders of the a tour, tasting & picnic lunch ocean at the Monterey at V Sattui Winery in Napa, Bay Aquarium. Enjoy which was awarded the 2012 a dinner and “Stroll the Winery of the Year at the Row” (Cannery Row) this third annual International evening. B, D Winemaker Challenge. Continue to San Francisco for Day 7: Flight Home a two night stay in FisherBoard a flight home afman’s Wharf. B, L ter a fantastic California Zephyr Adventure. B Day 5: Streets of San Francisco and More It’s off to Pier 33 to catch the Napa Valley
Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 2014 Per person rates* double $2299 triple/quad $2165 single $3018 * Includes return airfare to STL.
Same price as 2013! Favorite train ride: California Zephyr through the Rockies, Virginia Included in price: Superliner Roomettes: Ideal for one or two passengers, with two comfortable reclining seats on either side of a big picture window. At night, the seats convert to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. Located on the upper or lower level. No in-room toilet or shower Optional Upgrade: Superliner Bedrooms: Ideal for two passengers, but can accommodate three (two passengers must share the lower berth). Each room has a large sofa with two individually reclining sections, and a reclining easy chair. At night, the sofa converts to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. All Superliner Bedrooms feature private, self-enclosed restrooms with toilet, sink and shower. And are on the upper level of our double-decker Superliner train cars. $600 per person double
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Door County
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 Day 2: Sturgeon Bay, WI Visit the Wisconsin Maritime Museum including a docentguided tour of USS Cobia, the nation’s most completely restored WWII submarine. 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 Door County, WI lovely lakeside community of Sturgeon Bay and the hospitality and amenities of the Bridgeport Resort, home for the next three nights. B, D Day 3: Door County Explore the quaint villages found along the Green Bay side of this enchanting peninsula. A visit to Peninsula State Park, the crown jewel of Wisconsin state parks, will include a guided tour of one of the five historical Peninsula lighthouses. We’ll complete our day with an authentic Door County fish boil where we’ll watch the sunset and be entertained by the famous “boil over”. B, D
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. Cruise the Bay at sunset enjoying views of dramatic cliffs that dot the Door County coastline. B, L
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Day 5: Wisconsin Visit Karin Overbeck’s Home and Garden at the historic Evergreen Schoolhouse, as featured on HGTV’s “Outdoor Rooms with Jamie Durie”. Bid farewell to the charm and serenity of Door County and travel to southern Wisconsin. Enjoy dinner and lively entertainment before turning in for the night. B, D Day 6: Return home Of course no visit to Wisconsin is complete without cheese! So before departing Wisconsin, visit a local cheese house for delicious samples and an opportunity to purchase favorites. Then it’s homeward bound – refreshed and rejuvenated from our Midwest Cape Cod experience. B
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! Same price as 2013!
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Coastal California and Yosemite
Day 1: Fly to The San Francisco Bay area Arrive in San Francisco and check into the Fisherman’s Wharf area hotel for a two-night stay. D
Day 2: San Francisco Explore the hills of San Francisco with a guided tour of the City and discover the architecture, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, and many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy free time to explore Fisherman’s Wharf – from street entertainers to the world’s largest collection of historic ships. Next, embark on a Bay Cruise which routes around Alcatraz and underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Catch the amazing western sunset while dining at the Fog Harbor Fish House on Pier 39. B, D Day 3: Yosemite National Park celebrates! On June 30, 1864, amid the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant Act to protect Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove. In 2014 our nation celebrates Yosemite’s 150th anniversary. Today, travel to Yosemite National Park, one of the nation’s most photographed parks, to enjoy the rugged beauty of Yosemite Valley. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at Yosemite View Lodge in a room that has scenic views of the Merced River! B, L Day 4: Magnificent Glacier Point Continue our exploration of Yosemite National Park on a tour which takes us to the breathtaking Glacier Point towering 3,200 feet directly above the valley floor, and featuring panoramic views of the magnificent Yosemite Falls and High Sierra. Lunch at the award winning Ahwahnee Lodge Dining Room located in the heart of the park. B,L Day 5: Central Valley to Central Coast Visit Natural Bridges State Beach. Along with its natural bridge, the Monarch Grove provides a temporary home in the fall for up to 100,000 Monarchs. View the milkweed patch and explore the Visitor Center. Continue south along the coastline to Monterey, CA. Few places on earth can live up to their own mythology, but Monterey is a notable exception with its fabled coast and village-like pedestrian thoroughfares. Our 2- night stay at the Victorian Inn features a gas fireplace
in each guest room and sits just blocks away from September 5-14, 2014 the shoreline. B, D Per person rates* double $2999 Day 6: Monterey – the 17 mile drive triple/quad $2676 Explore Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach and Carmel and hear some behind the scenes sto- single $3970 ries from over 200 movies filmed in the area coupled with stops along the stunning 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach. Afterwards, see the wonders of the ocean at the Monterey Bay Aquarium located in Cannery Row where we will “Stroll the Row” and enjoy dinner this evening. B, D Day 7: Hearst Castle Visit the grandiose Hearst Castle, estate of publisher William Randolph Hearst, featuring 20,000 works of art and no less than 41 fireplaces. Continue our journey south with a stop to visit Solvang, CA, a unique town overflowing with Danish hospitality. Check into Santa Barbara hotel for a two night stay. B, D Day 8: Santa Barbara Hearst Castle See the highlights of this charming town including bubbling fountains, towering palms, cascading bougainvillea and fresh sea breezes with a local step-on guide. Visit the Mission Santa Barbara, founded in 1786, and learn over 200 years of California history. Enjoy some free time in downtown Santa Barbara before dinner and a delightful theater performance at the Granada Theater, home of the Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts. B, D
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Best of Ireland
Day 1: Overnight Flight to Dublin, Ireland. Day 2: Galway City Meet our Irish Guide and depart for Galway City, the center of Ireland. Visit the monastery of Clonmacnoise, founded by St. Ciaran in the 6th century. Enjoy dinner and check in for a 2-night stay in the city center. D Day 3: Connemara Visit the quaint town of Cong and enjoy a special lunch in Ashford Castle. This afternoon tour the Connemara region before traveling up the spectacular Inagh Valley to Leenane on the shore of Killary Harbor. Here we visit one of Ireland’s most romantic buildings, Kylemore Abbey, nestled in the heart of the Connemara Mountains. B, D Day 4: Cliffs of Moher Travel down the Atlantic seaboard towards Killarney and visit the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher with its dramatic drops to the Atlantic Ocean that can reach over 700 feet! As we continue south, stop and visit Adare, renowned as one of Ireland’s prettiest villages. This evening we check into the a 4 star property in the heart of Killarney for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 5: Ring of Kerry Begin our day with a visit to a mountain-sheep farmer for an incredible sheepdog demonstration. We then begin our travel around the Ring of Kerry with its magnificent views. Enjoy lunch at a pub where locals have been eating since 1865! B, L Day 6: Blarney Castle, Cork City Pass over the Kerry Mountains to the old market town of Macroom. Here sits the Macroom Castle, once home to Sir William Penn whose son would later found the state of Pennsylvania. We then travel to Blarney Castle, site of the world famous Blarney Stone with an opportunity for shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills. Visit the Cobh Heritage Center, which recalls the history this small town played in the mass emigration to the US and Canada. Stop at the Old Midleton Distillery for a deluxe Irish whiskey tasting before checking in to the hotel in Cork city center for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 7: Cork City area Enjoy a leisurely morning in charming Cork City before departing for the historic town of Kinsale
and visit Charles Fort, built in the late 17th century by the English to protect the harbor against foreign forces. B, D Day 8: Kilkenny This morning we depart for Kilkenny. On our way visit The Rock of Cashel which was the seat of kings and medieval bishops in Ireland for centuries. We then are off to Kilkenny Castle, which has been an important site since the 12th century. You then will have the opportunity to explore the city of Kilkenny before dinner and checking into the Kilkenny Farmhouse. B, D Day 9: Dublin area Today we visit the Powerscourt Gardens. These gardens are among the finest in Ireland, known for their design and dramatic setting at the foot of Great Sugar Loaf Mountain. St. Kevin’s 6th century monastery at Glendalough, meaning “valley of two lakes,” is one of the most important sites of monastic ruins in Ireland. Check into hotel for 2-night stay at a 4-star property in Dublin city center. B, D Day 10: Dublin The capital of Ireland awaits us today as we tour this great city with our local guide. Our tour of Dublin will include such sights as St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity Kilkenny Castle College, and the Christ Church which houses the remains of the AngloNorman conqueror of Dublin, Strongbow. Visit The Guinness Storehouse at St. James Gate as we tour their remarkable brewery which tells the story of Arthur Guinness. Enjoy an Irish tradition, a pint of Guinness, at the end of the tour in The Skybar, a glass tower atop the brewery that offers a dramatic 360 degree view of Dublin. Then sit back and enjoy a farewell dinner as we take in an evening of traditional Irish music, food and dance at The Merry Ploughboy Pub. B, D Day 11: Return Home Depart on return flight home. B
Sept. 6-16, 2014 Per person rates* double $3580 single $4030
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Cape Cod and More!
beauty of Cape Cod at dinner. B, D September 6-13, 2014 Per person rates* • A guided tour of historic Boston, including Day 5: Martha’s Vineyard double $1838 famous landmarks of the Freedom Trail, Old Board the ferry for a ride to the triple/quad $1674 North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill timeless and enchanting Martha’s single $2331 Monument and more! Vineyard; rich in history, inspira- * Includes airfare • Whale-watching cruise and Plymouth Rock tion, creativity, and beauty. Ac- from STL to BOS • A visit to Martha’s Vineyard companied by a local guide, visit Same price as 2013! • Time to shop at Boston’s famous Quincy the island’s treasures - the picturMarket esque whaling community of EdJust a few • A visit to the Breakers, an opulent “cottage” gartown, the lacy Victorian ginspots left! in Newport, RI gerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs, • A guided tour of Cape Cod the magnificent stone walls surDay 2: Boston rounding oceanview fields of ChilEnjoy a full day with a local guide as we explore mark to the grand cliffs of Aquinnah (Gay Head), historic downtown Boston. So much history and the rustic feel culture in this city, including the site of the Bos- of West Tiston Massacre, the Paul Revere House and the USS bury, and the Constitution! B, D port town of Vineyard HaDay 3: Plymouth and Cape Cod ven. Martha’s Visit Plymouth for a look at the “rock” and a whale Vineyard has watching cruise! Embrace Cape Cod for a 3-night something to stay at the DoubleTree Hyannis and dine at a local offer everyfavorite tonight, Alberto’s Restaurante. B, D one. B, D Day 1: Fly into Boston Arrive via air in Boston, MA, check into the Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort Hotel and enjoy dinner while savoring the views of the beach. B, D
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Day 4: Cape Cod Tour Cape Cod with a local guide, view picturesque windmills, lighthouses, Cape Cod National Seashore Park and more. There will be plenty of time to shop, stroll, and people watch in quaint Provincetown. This evening take in the serene
Day 6: Newport, RI Visit the coastal town of Newport, Boston, MA RI, the onetime summer home of America’s millionaires. Tour one of these opulent “cottages”, The Breakers, which is a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn of the century America. Enjoy some free time in historic downtown before we begin our journey home. B,D
Favorite chowder: Lobster Pot in Provincetown, Brent
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New York City and Hudson Valley
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Since Henry Hudson first sailed up his namesake river over 400 years ago, people have been visiting the Hudson Valley, rich in history and natural beauty. Combine this area with a visit to vibrant New York City on this exciting tour.
Day 2: Poughkeepsie, NY Travel across Pennsylvania to New York. Dine at Torches on the Hudson Restaurant featuring enchanting food, great views of the Hudson River, and the biggest fish tank you have likely ever seen! B, D Day 3: Hyde Park, West Point Military Institute Visit the lifelong home, museum, and final resting place of America’s longest serving U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt in Hyde Park. Enjoy a student guided tour and world class meal at the Culinary Institute of America, housed in a former Jesuit novitiate and one of the most prestigious culinary schools in the world. Did you know that the man who invented “Morse Code”, Samuel Morse, was also an accomplished artist? Visit Locust Grove Estate, a 200- acre estate built for Samuel Morse which is now a nature preserve and museum overlooking the Hudson River. B, L
Day 4: Gardens at Kykuit Tour the US Military Academy at West Point, the oldest military academy in the country. Walk the paths of generals and presidents as you trace the footsteps of our country’s great leaders. Visit the mansion and gardens at Kykuit, one of America’s most storied private residences and home of the Rockefeller family. Continue to the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, NJ for a 3-night stay. B, D
Day 5: Statue of Liberty and West Point Military Institute Broadway See NYC from a different perspective this day as we visit Ellis Island (museum partially reopened) and the Statue of Liberty and enjoy the magnificent view of the New York skyline from across the Hudson River. Enjoy free time in Times Square and see a hit Broadway theater performance (TBD). B, D
Sept. 8-15, 2014 Per person rates double $1699 triple/quad $1526 single $2219
The National Geographic Traveler editors listed the Hudson Valley as one of the 20 Best Trips of 2013.
Day 6: New York City tour Spectacular City Explore New York City with a local guide. Spend View: Top of the the day exploring Central Park, St. Patrick’s CaRock in NYC, thedral, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Tammy Center and visiting the unique areas of Little Italy and Chinatown in lower Manhattan. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to poignant 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero and admission to the recently opened 9/11 Memorial Museum. After dinner, rise to Thank you for the the “Top of the Rock” in Rockefeller most wonderful trip Center for a bird’s eye view of the Big we have had in a long Apple. B, D
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Star Spangled Banner Spectacular
Day 1: Ohio Travel east to mid-Ohio for an overnight stay. D
Day 2: The Poet Heading east, travel on scenic Old National Road, though the Cumberland Narrows, a natural gateway from the Ohio Valley through the Appalachian Mountain to Frederick, MD. A local expert will board the coach for a tour of the streets of Frederick where Francis Scott Key once lived, worshipped and practiced law in the early 1800’s. Admire Key’s impressive Memorial and Grave at Frederick’s Mount Olivet Cemetery. Savor dinner at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, the site of several presidential speeches. Unpack your bags for a 4-night stay in Hanover, MD. B,D Day 3: “O! Say can you see?...” Anniversary celebrations of the War of 1812 are thriving in Baltimore. Tour Fort McHenry, where the valiant defense of the fort inspired the poem to which our National Anthem was fashioned. See the oldest known surviving manuscript of the “The Star Spangled Banner”. Explore the Star Spangled Banner Spectacular Festival on the famed Inner Harbor of Baltimore, the Museum of Industry and indulge in a patriotic lunch while watching the thrilling Blue Angels Air Show (pending schedule). Celebrate the historical moment aboard a special boat cruise in the Baltimore Harbor which allows full view of the Rocket’s Red Glare and Bombs Bursting in Air Fireworks Extrav-
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Day 4: Washington DC Travel a short jaunt south to Washington DC and revel in a day of exploration. View the actual flag of inspiration at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Enjoy a professionally guided highlights tour of DC including a White House photo stop. Spend time in the Smithsonian museums of your choice and appreciate the memorials with a drive-by tour including the Lincoln Memorial, National WWII Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and more. B,D Day 5: Annapolis, MD Tour the Festival Tall Ships in the Baltimore Harbor during a time designated just for groups! Depart for Annapolis and embark on a walking tour of the proud US Naval Academy, founded by John Paul Jones, Revolutionary War Hero. Get a glimpse into the life at the Academy past and present and watch as the Navy trains its future generations of aspiring midshipmen including the line up in “formation”. Spend time browsing historic Annapolis, Maryland’s capital city before dinner in Annapolis. B, D Day 6: 1730 The oldest town in West Virginia is Shepherdstown where the first settlement recorded documents date back to 1730. This small German community situated in the midst of historic battle sites was once the site of a Civil War impromptu hospital. Today it boasts a university and the 4-diamond Bavarian Inn where lunch will be served on the estate amidst warm furnishings of German influence. Overnight in mid-Ohio. B, L Day 7: Return home Travel by “dawn’s early light” to your “home of the brave”! B
Per person rates double $1329 triple/quad $1188 single $1752 2014 marks the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Baltimore and the writing of our national anthem by Francis Scott Key. Join us for a 4-night stay and visit Baltimore, Washington DC and Annapolis to celebrate!
The Star Spangled Spectacular in Baltimore is the top event in the US in 2014 according to ABA (American Bus Association)!
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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: Colorado Springs, CO Travel to Colorado Springs for a visit to the U.S. Air Force Academy Chapel before we settle in for our 2-night stay. B, D Day 3: Pike’s Peak It is no wonder the poem and song “America the Beautiful” was inspired by the views from Pikes Peak. See for yourself as you take the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway to the top! After lunch at the fourstar rated Cliff House, we’re off to the Garden of the Gods, Colorado’s version of Eden that contains windswept rock formations and sandstone towers. B, L Day 4: Canon City, CO Travel to Canon City, CO, and board the Royal Gorge Train for a 24-mile journey into the canyon. Visit Great Sand Dunes National Monument. The wind-swept dunes rise 750 feet high against the beautiful backdrop of the rugged Sangre deCristo Mountain. Overnight in Alamosa, CO. B, D Day 5: Cumbres and Toltec Railroad Next stop – 1880! The historic Cumbres and Toltec railroad will take us on a trip over high trussles, and along narrow shelves above yawning gorges. Arrive in Durango for a two night stay. B, L
Day 6: Mesa Verde National Park 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. Enjoy dinner in the Historic Hotel of the Rockies – Strater Hotel. Built in 1887, it has hosted many guests both famous and infamous and continues a tradition of hospitality to all today. B, D Day 7: Durango-Silverton Railroad This morning 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 lunch in Silverton, we’ll drive the “Million Dollar Highway”, visit the little mountain town of Ouray, known as “Switzerland of the Rockies”, and continue our scenic drive to Gunnison National Monument for an eagle’s eye view of the Black Canyon. Overnight in Grand Junction, CO. B, L Day 8: Colorado National Monument Visit the Colorado National Monument this morning. You will see sheer-walled, red rock canyons and you may even spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles. Later, drive eastward on I-70, traveling through the beautiful Glenwood Canyon towards Denver, CO. B, D
Sept. 16-25, 2014 Per person rates double $2099 triple/quad $1881 single $2751 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!
Favorite Fall color: Shimmering yellow aspens in Colorado on the Cumbres Toltec Rail trip, Charlene
Do you know why Colorado is nicknamed the Centennial State? Colorado is nicknamed the Centennial State because it entered the Day 10: Return home union as the 38th state We arrive home with trea- in 1876, 100 years after sured memories of our ad- the signing of the Decventure in majestic Colora- laration of Independo. B dence! Day 9: Mid-Kansas We say adieu to the mountains and elevations to travel east into Kansas. B, D
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New York Encore
Day 1: New York City Catch a flight to New York City and check into our hotel, the Belvedere, a hidden jewel in the heart of the theater district that was built during the 1920’s Art Deco period. Enjoy a delicious dinner before we ascend the “Top of the Rock” observation deck to take in the breathtaking New York Skyline. On this tour, we will provide many local experiences from a subway ride to walking to the theatre. Please note that some walking is required on this tour. D Day 2: New York City Each morning, dine at a local diner to start your day. Enjoy a local guided tour of the most important borough of New York City; Manhattan. See Central Park, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Chinatown, the reconstruction at Ground Zero and much more. This evening enjoy orchestra seats for a Broadway show, to be determined. B, D
Day 3: New York City Like a real New Yorker, take the subway downtown to visit the newly opened 9/11 Memorial Museum at Ground Zero before heading to Battery Park and take the ferry to see Ellis Island (museum partially open) 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
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Las Vegas and Hoover Dam Day 1: Las Vegas Board a flight for Las Vegas and check into the Golden Nugget Hotel, an AAA four diamond hotel, for a three night stay. The Golden Nugget is located in revitalized downtown Las Vegas on historic Fremont Street, which features the Fremont Street Experience, an overhead light show with 12.5-million LED lights. D Day 2: Hoover Dam and Cirque du Soleil This morning visit awe inspiring Hoover Dam for a guided tour of this marvel of American engineering. Board the Desert Princess, an authentic, three-level, Mississippistyle paddle wheeler for a relaxing cruise on Lake Mead, the largest water reservoir in the states. After dinner head to the Bellagio to see the critically acclaimed and Hoover Dam
mesmerizing Cirque du Soleil show, “O”, featurSept. 24-27, 2014 ing some of the world’s best acrobats, swimmers, and divers that perform in, on, and above water Per person rates* creating a spectacular show! B, D double $1239 triple/quad $1196 Day 3: Historic Vegas single $1367 Las Vegas has a dark and seedy history and this * Includes roundtrip morning we will be joined by a local guide to edu- airfare from STL cate us on Vegas’ past ties to the mafia. End our Most Memorable tour at the Mob Museum, opened in 2012, which food: Bread Pudshowcases the battle between organized crime ding at The Goldand the law featuring one of a kind artifacts and interactive exhibits. The rest of the day is yours en Nugget, Charlene to explore Las Vegas! You may choose to try your luck on the casino floor, venture up to the Did you know? Building Vegas strip to do some shop- Hoover Dam required ping, or catch another show. B more than 5 million barrels of concrete. Day 4: Return Home Board a return flight home.
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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 AnteSept. 16-24, 2014 lope Canyon where we can almost touch the sides Per person rates* of the cliffs! B,D double $2450 triple/quad $2235 Day 6: Grand Canyon – North Rim single $3094 The mysteries of Glen Canyon Dam are explained * Includes roundtrip on a guided tour to the crest and inside the dam airfare from 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 Coastal California on Imperial, highest point on the canyon rim. Sit page 21 and take $400 back in the rocking chairs on the front porch of the off the combined per Western Cabins at historic Grand Canyon Lodge, person rate! just footsteps from the Canyon’s rim during this one night stay inside the Grand Canyon National Park. B, D Day 7: North Rim Explored Wake up to the still of The hoodoos at Bryce Canyon the Park then send greetings echoing across the Grand Canyon as you explore the park at leisure. Delight in the seemingly unlimited views from the North Rim with a step-on guide before heading to Kanab, UT for the night. B, D Day 8: Zion National Park Follow the lush Virgin River into Zion National Park where you are surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified sand dunes. Afterwards, continue on to Las Vegas to check into the four star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D Day 9: Fly Home Reflect on the incomparable natural beauty we have explored as we fly home. B
Favorite national park: Bryce Canyon on Canyonland tour, Carol
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Featuring New York City and Philadelphia Day 1: Eastern Ohio Travel to eastern Ohio. D Day 2: Philadelphia, PA Visit the 9/11 Flight 93 Memorial in Stoystown, PA, and enjoy lunch at the historic Jean Bonnet Tavern, a 1760s era historic landmark. Continue to downtown Philadelphia to check in for a twonight stay at the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District, fully renovated in 2013 and located in the Old City Philadelphia neighborhood. B, L Day 3: Philadelphia, PA Get an inside look at a performance and guided tour of the Wanamaker Organ, featured at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis and the largest operational pipe organ in the world, at Macy’s Department store. Visit the National Constitution Center and Independence Hall and enjoy free time to explore the Historic District on your own. B, D Day 4: New York City Travel to NYC and cruise around Manhattan on a Full Island Cruise, featuring great views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium and much more. Take some free time to explore Times Square before sitting in orchestra
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Day 1: Kennebunkport, ME Board the flight to Boston, MA and travel a short drive to Kennebunkport, ME. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the welcoming and cozy Lodge on the Cove nestled in a wooded cove in historic Kennebunkport. D
Day 2: Coastal New England Dating back to early 1900’s the Kennebunkport trolley transported guests to their vacation destinations. Board the trolley for a narrated sightseeing tour covering 300 years of history and the Bush Presidential home. Explore the streets of quaint historic Kennebunkport before traveling down the coastline to historic seaport Portsmouth. Sail on a private charter aboard the Piscataqua, a traditional reproduction of the flatbottom gundalow. Educational and fun, the sail is a great way to see the city and river sights. Feeling adventurous? Join the crew and help sail the ship! Explore the quaint street and shops of this wonderful jewel! There is a saying, “when Boston needs a vacation, it loves Portsmouth.” B, D Day 3: Meredith, NH Visit New Hampshire’s own fairy tale castle, the Castle in the Clouds. Marvel at the 1914 arts and crafts mansion built high on the side of the Ossipee Mountains. Learn the rags to riches story of its owner and enjoy the magnificent fall foliage and lunch on its terrace. In the heart of Meredith Village, NH is the charming Inn at Mills Falls and Marketplace where we unpack for a 2-night stay. Board the Winnipesaukee Railroad for a nostalgic scenic rail excursion along the shores of the lake and enjoy a special turkey dinner on board enroute! B, L, D Day 4: Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise aboard the M/S Mount Washington on Lake Winnipesaukee, “smiling waters”, to the port of Wolfeboro. Touted as the Oldest Summer Resort in America, enjoy leisure time before touring the Wright Museum. Learn how the museum collects and displays artifacts that illustrate WWII’s significant and lasting impact on American life. Return to Meredith Village for a relaxing evening. Visit the spa or browse what the Mar-
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Day 5: The “Kanc” Travel to North Conway, NH and board the Conway Scenic Railroad. The Notch Train travels on tracks that were laid in 1870 and offer some of the most dramatic natural fall foliage scenery in the East chugging through spectacular Crawford Notch to Crawford station. Disembark and grasp the beauty of the mountain during a one hour lunch layover before the return to Conway. Cross the “Kanc”, Kancamagus Scenic Byway, to 3,000 feet in elevation Lincoln, NH following a path cut through the National Forest with breathtaking views of foliage, the Swift River and Rocky Gorge. Our hotel for the next 2 nights features views of Loon Mountain and overlooks the Pemigewasset River. What a sight! B, D
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Day 6: Mount Washington All Aboard!! The beau- Lake Winnipesaukee ty of the mountains and the thrill of ascending the Northeast’s highest peak are just as enchanting today as they were in 1869. Board the Mount Washington Cog Railway and climb up a 3-mile-long trestle to the 6,288-foot summit. Soak in the spectacular panoramic view spanning the mountains and valleys of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, north into Canada, and east to the Atlantic Ocean! This afternoon, experience an interactive Maple Demonstration and Horse-drawn wagon ride at the Rocks Estate which has been featured on Good Morning America and in the Boston Globe. Ask about the infamous pickles! Cap the day by boarding the Emmy-awarded Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train (recently shown on the PBS “Great Scenic Railway Journeys”) and enjoy a scenic train ride through valleys and gorges while savoring a 4-course meal in the train restaurant. B, D Day 7: Return Home Memories made and cameras full; head home from Boston airport. B
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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula & the Grand Hotel Day 1: North Illinois Depart mid-day and travel to northern Illinois for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Sault Sainte Marie Enjoy the stunning fall scenery of Michigan as we travel to historic Sault Sainte Marie, MI, known as the Northern Gateway to Canada. Check in to the historic Ramada Plaza Ojibway Hotel in downtown Sault Sainte Marie overlooking the Soo Locks for three nights. B, D Day 3: Agawa Canyon Grab your passport as we head north of the border into Canada and board the Agawa Canyon Train. Heading deep into the heart of the Canadian Wilderness, we are transported 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, over towering trestles, alongside pristine lakes and rivers and through the amazing granite rock formations and forests of the Canadian Shield filled with gorgeous fall foliage. B, L Day 4: Soo Locks A local guide will join us as we travel along gorgeous fall color to Tahquamenon Falls State Park to take in the breathtaking falls. Board an express elevator to be lifted 210 feet above Sault Ste. Marie and take in the spectacular panoramic views at the Tower of History. The Soo Locks have been referred to as one of the great wonders of the world and it is one of the largest waterway traffic systems on earth. See the locks up close as we board ship and travel through this astounding
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Per person rates double $1749 Day 5: Mackinac Island This morning enjoy some free time to explore triple/quad $1626 downtown Sault Ste. Marie or visit Locks Park single $2278 to view ships passing through from their obserJust a few vation deck. Upon our arrival to Mackinac Island spots left! we are transported by horse and carriage to the island’s premier luxury resort, the incomparable Grand Hotel, where the longest porch in the world overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. This evening enjoy a 5-couse dinner in the Grand Dining Hall with evening entertainment. B, D Day 6: Free day on Mackinac Island Soo Locks After breakfast in the Grand Dining Room you are free to spend your day as you wish until we meet again this evening for another elegant dinner and evening of entertainment. You may take a carriage tour of the island, browse the quaint shops, rent a bicycle to ride around the island, play lawn bowling, or explore The Grand and learn a little more about its history. You have all day to be as active or relaxed in your wonderful surrounding. Your Sunrise Tour Manager will be available to help you plan your day (cost of afternoon activities not included). B, D Day 7: South Haven, MI After another restful night in one of the Grand’s magnificent rooms and a superb breakfast, depart Mackinac Island and begin our journey home. Overnight near the charming beach town of South Haven, MI. B. D Day 8: Return Home Today return home to St. Louis. B
Fall colors around Lake Superior
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Two-night stay at the Grand Hotel!
Did you know?
• Sault Ste. Marie was founded by Father Jacques Marquette in 1668. It is the third oldest remaining settlement in the United States. • Tahquamenon Falls consist of two falls. The Upper Falls, one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi has a drop of nearly 50 feet, more than 200 feet across and a water flow of more than 50,000 gallons per second.
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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 House and Museum for a guided tour to learn about the father of modern photography and founder of the Eastman Kodak Company. While enjoying the ambiance of history and beauty as we dine at the Historic Belhurst Castle, one of the most beloved destinations in the Finger Lakes before traveling to our overnight stay near Auburn, NY. B, D Day 3: Vermont Continue eastward through central New York, visit Cooperstown and tour the Baseball Hall of Fame. This afternoon depart through the picturesque Green Mountains for a 2 night stay at Vermont’s premier Okemo Mountain hotel The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort. B, D Day 4: The Green Mountains Walk amid the colorful trees as we spend a glorious day in the mountains of Vermont with our local guide. Visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park which is the only national park to focus on conservation history and houses the historic Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller property. Before lunch visit the charming town of Woodstock, VT with some free time to shop on your own. After a stop at Vermont’s “Little Grand Canyon”, Quechee Gorge, visit the Green Mountain Sugarhouse for a talk and sampling of their wonderful syrups. This evening enjoy a dinner served in the Castle of the Hill. B, D Day 5: New Hampshire, Ogunquit, ME The quaint villages, covered bridges, spiry church steeples, mountains and valleys dressed in fall colors await us while traveling the byways of Vermont and New Hampshire! See all of the places to explore before arriving at Maine’s picturesque and beautiful coast, our home for the next 3 nights. After dinner at a local restaurant, our final destination is Anchorage by the Sea, a hotel that overlooks the rugged coastline and adjoins a
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Best Breakfast: Blueberry Cafe in Ogunquit, Maine, Pat
Day 8: Scenic Roads This morning, bid adieu to Maine and travel scenic roads through Massachusetts. Return to a Sunrise Tour traveler’s favorite, lunch at The Graduate Club, located in an historic 1800’s Federal- style, colonial building on the Yale camAlong the Marginal Way by hotel in Ogunquit, ME pus. After this meal that satisfies the historian and the hungry, travel into New Jersey for our overnight stay. B, L Day 9: Pennsylvania Fall foliage continues to delight the eye as we travel through Pennsylvania. Got a sweet tooth? Get some Hershey Happiness along the way when we explore Hershey’s Chocolate World before heading to our last night stay in Ohio. B, D Day 10: Return home We arrive home early evening with pleasant memories of new friends and wonderful times. B
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Southwest Grand Adventure Day 1: Fly into Las Vegas, NV Fly into Las Vegas and check into the four-star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino with time to relax or take in the “Fremont Experience”. D Day 2: Grand Canyon, AZ Visit the Grand Canyon, with time to enjoy the views at your leisure. Our home tonight is in the park directly on the South Rim at Kachina Lodge! Dinner included at Bright Angel Lodge. Get your camera ready for a memorable sunset. B, D Day 3: Wupatki Monument & Flagstaff, AZ Awake to Sunrise at the rim! After breakfast in the historic El Tovar Hotel, take a scenic drive with photo stops along the magnificent East Rim. Visit both an ancient Native American Pueblo at the Wupatki National Monument and Sunset Crater. Travel to Flagstaff for a two-night stay at Little America Hotel. B, D Day 4: Oak Creek Canyon & Sedona, AZ Pass through Oak Creek Canyon towards Sedona. USA Today called this rugged canyon the “most scenic drive in North America.” Take a narrated trolley ride through Sedona complete with a stop at the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Enjoy lunch with a view and time to browse the local galleries and shops. Back in Flagstaff learn about a famous local family at the Riordan Mansion. B, L
sunrise (at your own expense). Then we’re off to charming Santa Fe, NM to enjoy a unique culinary experience. The Santa Fe School of Cooking, as featured on the Food Network, will educate and entertain you while preparing your lunch. Discover the many charms of Santa Fe with our local guide who will explain the history of the area and of sites such as Saint Francis Cathedral. B, L, Hot Apps Day 7: Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension & Sandia Peak Rise and Shine! The glorious mass balloon ascension is a thrilling experience as hundreds of vividly colored hot air balloons rise in the morning sky, and you are right next to them as they fill with air and ascend. Visit the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum before heading to lunch. After lunch board the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway, the world’s longest tram, lifting off from the desert floor and traveling along for 2.7 miles above the Cibola National Forest to Sandia Peak. At the top experience a panoramic vista of the great Southwest. B, L, Hot Apps
Oct. 6-15, 2014 Per person rates* double $2348 triple/quad $2117 single $3042 * Includes airfare from STL.
Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Santa Fe and the Albuquerque Balloon Festival!
Day 8: Indian Pueblo Cultural Center & Route 66 Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, your gateway to the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico, which showcases the traditions, art and craftsmanship of these vital people. Continue to travel along iconic Route 66, stopping for a unique lunch before arriving in Amarillo, TX for our overnight stay. B, L, Hot Apps
Day 5: Special Shapes Glowdeo at Balloon Fiesta & Albuquerque, NM Travel to Albuquerque, host to the world famous International Balloon Fiesta. Check into the Drury Inn located near the Fiesta Park for a 3-night stay. This evening’s actvities include the Special Shapes Glowdeo and the AfterGlow Fireworks Show. What a sight to see! Stroll between these fan favorite balloons out on the launch field and then, as the sun sets, enjoy the dazzling evening balloon glow. Following the glow, sit back in your reserved seat for the best view of the fireworks. B, D
Day 9: National Cowboy Museum & Oklahoma City Memorial Today offers you two unique experiences. Tour the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum with more than 28,000 Western and American Indian art works and artifacts. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the museum. We will also visit the well designed and contemplative Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. Overnight in Oklahoma City. B, L
Day 6: Santa Fe, NM Early this morning you have the option of taking a hot air balloon ride with remarkable views of the
Day 10: Return Home Return home with some amazing photos to share and delightful stories to tell. B
Favorite Event: Mass Hot Air Balloon Ascension in Albuquerque, Charlene
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West Virginia Train
Day 1: Lexington, KY In Lexington, KY our step-on guide will give us a behind the scenes look at a horse farm. D
Day 2: New River Gorge The Hawk’s Nest and New River Gorge Bridge are first on our list of “must sees.” The Hawk’s Nest is renowned for its overlook of the river and the massive New River Gorge Bridge is the country’s second highest bridge. Then take an exhilarating tram ride to the bottom of the gorge and take in the brilliant views of the fall foliage. Don’t let the name fool you – the New River is among the world’s oldest rivers (second only to the Nile). Its craggy, 1,000-foot deep, mile-wide gorge is a haven for nature and outdoor lovers from around the world. After a colorful afternoon mountain drive, arrive at Snowshoe Mountain, our home for the next two nights. B, D Day 3: Cass Mountain Railway Tour the impressive National Radio Astronomy Observatory Science Center, home to the
world’s premiere astronomical telescope. Board the scenic Cass Mountain Railway for a gorgeous trip which includes a stop at Whitacker and a trip to the top of Bald Knob Mountain, second highest in West Virginia. This evening visit the charming Inn at Mountain Quest for dinner. B, L, D Day 4: Blennerhassett Island & Salt Fork State Park Bid farewell to our mountaintop home and head to Parkersburg, West Virginia where a ferry transports us to Blennerhassette Island State Park. Visit this scenic island on the Ohio River to tour the Mansion and take a wagon ride around the park. Travel to Cambridge, Ohio where the fall landscape of rural Guernsey County appears as a patchwork of forested hills, open meadows and misty valleys. At the heart of this region is Salt Fork State Park, Ohio’s largest state park and Salt Fork Lodge, our home for the night. B, D
Oct. 13-17, 2014 Per person rates double $887 triple/quad $805 single $1091
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The Cass Mountain Railway was selected as one of the ten best train trips in North America by National Geographic.
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Centennial Festival of Riverboats! Day 1: Louisville, KY Celebrate America’s rich Southern heritage during Louisville’s Centennial Festival of Riverboats. For the first time ever, nine riverboats from around the country will gather in Louisville to celebrate the 100th birthday of the “Belle of Louisville.” Step back in time to the Great Steamboat Era and tour the Howard Steamboat Museum. This beautiful 1894 home, built by premier steamboat builders, boasts original furnishings, photographs, models and other artifacts unique to the Steamboat Era. See the Centennial Festival of Riverboats Balloon Glow at the Internationally-acclaimed Waterfront Park. D Day 2: Big Birthday Celebration Explore Louisville with a guided historic tour including Churchill Downs, the Cast Iron District and Victorian neighborhoods. Enjoy free time on your own to explore the festival with local artisans, bourbon, music and culture or watch the nine riverboats parade down the Ohio River. Experience bourbon country life as it was in 1783 at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience with a guided tour featuring an operating artisanal distillery and bourbon tasting. Our riverboat adventure is not complete
without a special dinner on the “Spirit of the Jefferson.” Sing Happy Birthday to the Belle as we watch a grand display of fireworks from our front row seat on the Ohio River. B, D Day 3: The road home Visit Dr. Ted’s Musical Marvel’s collection of amazing musical instruments from the 1800’s to the mid-1900’s and arrive home early this evening from a nostalgic “on the river” experience! B
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Ozark “Four-Star” Fall
Day 1: Mount Magazine Travel to Arkansas’ highest peak and check into the Lodge at Mount Magazine where each room features views of Petit Jean River Valley and Blue Mountain Lake showcasing autumn’s finest. Enjoy dinner followed by relaxation in the hearth room highlighted with a two-story fireplace. D
Day 2: A&M Railroad Explore Mount Magazine with an expert Ranger guide including a peek beyond closed gates. Tour Subiaco Abbey and Inner-Court with a Benedictine Monk and learn how they follow the 1,500 year old rule as written by St. Benedict. This afternoon, board the A&M railroad and ride in style in their meticulously restored antique passenger rail cars from Van Buren to Springdale. Relax as the train winds through the river valleys and high trestles and hear commentary from the conductor. This evening unpack your bags for a 2-night stay at the AAA 4-diamond Chateau on the
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Lake! Situated on the lakefront, each room of- October 21-24, 2014 fers pristine views of Table Rock Lake! B, D Per person rates double $783 Day 3: Nature’s palette triple/quad $710 Bring your camera to capture the sights in Dogsingle $999 wood Canyon, a 10,000 acre paradise of riotous fall color, established by the founder of Bass Pro Shops. Embark on a specially designed open-air tram and traverse across the canyon with experienced guides. Catch a good sale at the outlet mall National Geographic before boarding the majestic showboat of the magazine lists the 1800’s, the Showboat Branson Belle, for a cruise, Ozarks of Arkansas as one of the world’s dinner and entertainment. B, D greatest driving tours. Day 4: Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds Enjoy a breakfast and then travel to Mansfield, MO home of Baker Creek Heirloom Seed company. Shop the seed collections and learn how the owner’s started the business that now thrives with a magazine and philanthropy. 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 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 enjoy a performance at the world famous Grand Ole Opry! Tip your hats and stomp your boots along with the longest continually running radio broadcast show in history. L Day 2: Asheville, NC One of our most scenic drives awaits us today as we make the trip east to Asheville, North Carolina. Tonight visit the Biltmore Mansion Estate. From the extravagant mansion and gardens, to the winery, we’ll need to come back in the morning to see it all properly! B, D Day 3: Pigeon Forge, TN After returning to complete our visit to the Biltmore House, we invite a step on guide aboard to educate and entertain us as we wind through the mountains. Absorb the gorgeous fall foliage as we pass through the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Arrive in Pigeon Forge, TN for a 2-night stay at the SpringHill Suites by
Marriott. A dinner and an acclaimed country mu- October 21-25, 2014 sic show in Pigeon Forge will cap off a beautiful Per person rates day. B, D double $999 triple/quad $905 Day 4: Gatlinburg and Dollywood single $1282 See the Ripley’s Aquarium, a big hit with past Same price since Sunrise travelers before arriving at Dolly Parton’s Dollywood, home of mountain music and good 2011! old Ozark tradition. Next visit The Island, Pigeon Forge’s newest attraction, where we will rise 200ft on The Wheel for a breathtaking view of Great Smoky Mountain National Park before dinner. This evening you can visit The Christmas Place store Smoky Mountain National Park with your tour Place you need manager or enjoy a relaxing evening at the hotel to see more than while you savor your new mountain memories. B, once: Biltmore D Estate, Deb Day 5: Return home Bid the mountains goodbye and return home enjoying more dramatic fall colors along the way. B
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Hilton Head and Amelia Island Day 1: Nashville, TN We depart mid-day and our first stop on this island journey is Nashville, known as the Music City of the World and home to Nashville’s first celebrity, Davy Crockett, noted frontiersman, Congressman, fiddle player and great story-teller. D Day 2: Hilton Head, SC Venture deeper into the Southern climate with an afternoon arrival at Hilton Head Island, your home for the next 3 nights at the luxurious Omni Oceanfront Resort where all rooms are ocean view! Unpack and relax! The hotel grounds are tropically landscaped and there are 12 miles of white sandy beaches just steps away. The Omni underwent a $17 million renovation in 2013 and boasts some of the largest rooms on the island – elegant décor, mini kitchens with microwaves, mini refrigerators, and separate dining areas as well as private balconies with beautiful ocean views. Tonight dine out at one of the “local favorites”, a hidden gem you will not forget. B, D Day 3: Hilton Head, SC A full day free to explore Hilton Head as you want. There are many options available: Take a walk along Omni’s private white-sand beach, there is an 11-mile lagoon for canoeing and kayaking, tennis or golf. Take a dip in one of their pools or reward yourself and escape to the spa for a treatment. There is great shopping nearby at Shelter Cove Harbor. With an average high temperature of almost 70 degrees in November, you can’t go wrong! B Day 4: Hilton Head, SC Drive north along the coast to the colorful town of Beaufort, SC known as “America’s happiest seaside town”. Discover beautiful pre-revolutionary homes on narrow streets shaded by live oaks trailing Spanish moss. B, D Day 5: Savannah, SC/Amelia Island, FL Travel to the gracious and enchanting coastal town of Savannah for an informative Trolley Tour. See lovely garden squares and unique architecture for which the city is famous. Enjoy lunch on River Street followed by free time to explore.
Continue to Amelia Island, FL, a hidden gem surrounded by Victorian architecture and a taste of island life at its best. Unpack for three nights at the charming Hampton Inn and Suites Harbor Front located in the heart of historic downtown Fernandina Beach, overlooking the Fernandina Beach Marina. B, L
Nov. 1-9, 2014 Per person rates double $1599 triple/quad $1407 single $2175
Just a few spots left!
Day 6: Amelia Island, FL Visit St. Augustine founded by Juan Ponce de Leon in his search for the legendary Fountain of Youth. Explore America’s oldest city on a local guided tour. Lunch is at Barnacle Bill’s, a local tradition since 1981, followed by an afternoon visit to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Oak trees often seen in Savannah and Beaufort. evening return to Amelia Island. B, L Day 7: Amelia Island, FL Enjoy a free day on Amelia Island. See historic buildings dating back to the late 19th century, drop by Florida’s oldest saloon, take a carriage ride or stroll down Centre Street for great shopping. We will reconvene late this afternoon to relax on a Sunset Cruise and watch the sun catch the waves on fire in colors of red and gold! B, D Day 8: Atlanta, GA Say farewell to this sunny island and head to the bustling city of Atlanta for a brief city tour, including Centennial Olympic Park. Experience some great southern cooking at Mary Mac’s Tea Room, an Atlanta tradition for over 70 years, before continuing to overnight in northern Georgia. B, D Day 9: Return home Return to St. Louis. B
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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 century 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, the creations that compete in the annual National Gingerbread House Competition featured at the historic Grove Park Inn. 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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Per person rates double $869 triple/quad $815 single $1107 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” Day 4: Return home overnighting at the Inn Need another Christmas gift? Look no further on Biltmore Estate and than the local shops offering gifts made by local experiencing full access artisans. Afterwards, board the coach for a fes- to the grandeur of the tive ride home. B estate.
San Antonio Holiday
Day 1: Oklahoma Travel to Muskogee, OK for an overnight stay. Tonight, experience the town’s annual light display with a step on guide. D
Day 2: Hill Country Lighting Trail Our travels take us to the Hill Country of Texas with a visit to Johnson City. Enjoy a lovely dinner before touring downtown to see the lights on the Blanco County Courthouse and a visit to Pedernales Electric Coop’s Headquarters “lighted forest” of over 1 million lights. Overnight near Marble Falls, TX. B,D Day 3: Gruene, TX Visit historic Gruene, Texas, to browse shops, visit the oldest dance hall in Texas and enjoy lunch at the local Gristmill Restaurant. Check into San Antonio’s The Westin, located on the famed River Walk and our home for the next three nights featuring a Spanish colonial feel and high end finishes. Experience “La Merienda” which is the traditional Latin transition into the evening complete with entertainment, before a delightful cruise on the river aglow with holiday lights. B, L Day 4: San Antonio Tour the Institute of Texas Culture, see the stories of immigrants that settled in Texas and contributed to what is the 15th largest economy in the world. Learn the story of the Alamo as we
View the IMAX theatre’s presentation, The Price of Freedom. Explore The Alamo on your own as you take in the historic site where the fateful 13 day battle took place in 1836. Visit the 750-foottall Tower of the Americas which provides a spectacular view of the “Alamo City”. B, D
Nov.30- Dec. 6, 2014 Per person rates double $1359 triple/quad $1197 single $1847
Day 5: San Antonio Our local guide will take us through the city with stops at The Mission San Jose and The Governor’s Palace. Enjoy a wonderful lunch at the renowned Guenther House, located in the 1860 home of the Pioneer Flour Mills’ founding family, and a huge hit with past tour goers. Then, you are free to stroll the River Walk, relax by the pool or do a bit of last minute Christmas shopping in La Villita Historic Arts Village. B, L Day 6: Marshall, TX Today, we begin our journey home. Experience Texan hospitality with a stop at Starr Family Home State Historic Site. Tour the Maplecroft Home complete with period furnishings and costumed hosts who will then serve us a special Victorian Candlelight Christmas dinner in The Blake House. B, D Day 7: Return home Our holiday trip to San Antonio is a collection of sweet memories and a festive spirit to carry on through the holidays! B
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Branson Holiday
Daniel O’Donnell- Daniel O’Donnell has become one of the most successful entertainers in Branson since first appearing a few years ago, selling out nearly every appearance. He teams up with Mary Duff, Irelands’ top female vocalist, and Branson gets a blend of traditional Irish ballads, country favorites, and traditional gospel with an Irish twist! Presley’s- The Presley family is here to entertain audiences with a one-of-a-kind mix of country, gospel, bluegrass and hilarious comedy! Texas Tenors-4th Place finishers of America’s Got Talent, the Texas Tenors bring their unique blend of country, gospel, classical and broadway to the stage with breathtaking vocals, humor and cowboy charm. Pierce Arrow- talent overflows from the World’s lowest bass singer according to the Guinness Book of World Records, to masterful harmonies and expert entertainers, these gentlemen truly love what they do and it shows!
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Duttons- NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” Finalists, enjoy a family entertainment experience of a lifetime! Clay Cooper- Clay Cooper is a high energy, country music variety show guaranteed to make you tap your toes, stomp your feet, and even let out a holler or two! Jonah at the Sight & Sound Theatre-A show simply described as “awe-inspiring”, “uplifting” and “amazing” Jonah is a story of extremes we face as we trust in the Lord. Through it all, God reveals his extreme mercy and love not only for Jonah but his love for all. Brett Family- From an amateur “family act” to an internationally known group of seasoned professionals, The Bretts are in a position millions of musicians have tried to achieve, but have never been able to reach. And they are just getting started. “We’ve had to take our hard knocks over the years” says Brydon. “But, we’ve learned, we’ve developed as artists, and now we are polished and poised for huge growth.”
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. Per person rates Nov. 4-6, 2014 double $523 triple/quad $498 single $603 Nov. 17-19, 2014 double $510 triple/quad $485 single $590
A Very “Muddy” Christmas
Day 1: Missouri River Runner to Kansas City Board Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner for a morning ride across the state and along the Missouri River, known as “Big Muddy”, the longest river in North America. Arrive in Kansas City’s magnificent Union Station, whose Grand Hall is decked out with trees galore during the holidays. Enjoy an early dinner in Union Station at Pierpont’s, named for railroad baron and banker J.P. (Pierpont) Morgan, which has been called the “culinary jewel” of Kansas City. Board a Sunrise motorcoach and check into the Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza for a two-night stay. Opened in 2011, the magnificent Kauffman Center changed Kansas City’s skyline and has become a landmark for artistic productions in the Midwest. Enjoy an annual favorite, the “Christmas Festival” performance by the KC Symphony and Chorus in Helzberg Hall, the 1,600 seat centerpiece of the Kauffman Center featuring world class acoustics and one of the finest concert hall organs in the country. D Day 2: “Christmas along the river” Founded in Atchison KS in 1981, Nell Hill’s has
grown from a single small-town boutique to an empire of interior design products and has been featured in Midwest Living Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, on NBC’s Today Show, and more. Founder Mary Carol Garrity (the store is named after her maternal grandmother, an early KS pioneer) is known for her “elegant, but practical tips on everything from holiday decorating to stylish ways to entertain at home…” After an included holiday lunch, tour a historic mansion in Leavenworth, located on the west bank of the Missouri and the first incorporated city in KS. Next stop, Weston, MO on the east bank of the River, for unique shopping in antebellum buildings. Cap the day with a tour of the famous Country Club Plaza lights display; “a local tradition for nearly 90 years, The Plaza Lights span 15-blocks…featuring thousands of glimmering, jewel-colored bulbs that accentuate every dome, tower and window of the Spanish-inspired shopping district.“ B, L Day 3: Columbia stop, home Stop in Columbia, MO for lunch and free time to explore charming Main Street, whose windows are decorated extensively for the holidays. B
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Holiday at the Homestead Resort
Day 1: Galt House Depart for Louisville, KY and the Galt House featuring the Kalightoscope light display with stunning luminaries that tell the story of A Christmas Carol. This evening sit back and enjoy the new Kentucky Christmas Dinner Show featuring Country Music superstar singer and two-time Grammy Award Winner Pam Tillis. Overnight at the Galt House. D
Day 2: The Homestead Travel to one of the world’s finest resorts, the opulent National Historic Landmark Homestead Resort, for a two-night stay. Thousands of sparkling lights, miles of garland, warm crackling fireplaces, endless Poinsettias, and an outdoor wonderland will be sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Since 1766 the Resort has offered an incomparable retreat to its visitors; Princes and Presidents, including Thomas Jefferson, have soaked in its mineral springs. Upon arrival enjoy a wine and cheese reception before a four-course dinner with music and dancing. B, D Day 3: Day at the Homestead An expansive breakfast buffet awaits us before an historical tour of the resort this morning. The rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy the amenities of the resort which was recently recognized as the #1 resort for Christmas away from home in Southern Living. You may choose to roast marsh-
mallows at the outdoor fire pit, shop the unique NE WT specialty shops, soak in the warm mineral spring OU R! pool, or partake in an endless array of activities. Your tour manager will be available to help you Dec. 8-12, 2014 plan your day. After another dinner in the Main Per person rates Dining Room, you may choose to catch a movie in double $1190 the guest theater or sit around the massive Christtriple/quad $1102 mas tree. B, D single $1527
Day 4: Lexington, KY After a relaxing morning at the Homestead, depart for Lexington, KY for a magical drive through animated holiday light displays at the Kentucky Horse Park’s “Southern Lights” holiday show. Boasting over four miles of lights the show has been named an ABA Top 100 event for 2013 & 2014. Overnight in Lexington. B, D Day 5: Return home Begin our journey home with a stop in Santa Claus, IN at the Santa Claus Museum & Village and Kringle Place which is home to the post office where you can send a post card home with the spe- Homestead Resort cial Santa Claus post mark before returning to St. Louis. B
Let it Be... A Nashville Christmas
Day 1: Tennessee Visit Nashville’s premier 4-star Gaylord Opryland Resort to enjoy a Christmas celebration. You can’t miss the entrance as 2 million twinkling lights and acres of stunning decorations adorn this luxurious resort. Check into your upgraded garden atrium view room featuring a balcony that overlooks sparkling holiday gardens. Refresh before A Season of Harmony Dinner Show featuring delicious food and music rich in soaring harmonies. D Day 2: Christmas in Nashville Nashville sparkles with song and spirit during the holidays. Did you know there is only one full-size replica of the Parthenon (of Greece) in the world? Tour this unique structure, its art collection and the impressive Athena statue. Enjoy lunch at the Wildhorse Saloon, an historic warehouse turned music and restaurant destination and join the group for beginner line dancing lessons
on the biggest dance floor in town! Capture the Cash spirit, Johnny Cash that is, at the newest museum in Nashville focusing on the life of this special man. Explore the ICE! Sculpture display at the resort. This evening arrive at the prized Grand Ole Opry House with reserved seats for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular presenting the award-winning Rockettes which will transport you to a world of irresistible holiday cheer! B,L Day 3: Shopping or Spa After breakfast at the Opryland Restaurant, this morning is yours to relax and recharge. Enjoy the spa at the Opryland Resort (at your own expense), relax on your balcony or Christmas shop at the Treasures for the Holidays festive craft and gift show featuring more than 40 unique merchants from across the country. Travel home this afternoon armed with memories to share and stories to tell of Christmas in Tennessee’s capital. B
Dec. 15-17, 2014 Per person rates double $739 triple/quad please call single $939 Let it Be Christmas was chosen as the 2013 top Country Christmas Song by Alan Jackson because it was instantly timeless. Join Sunrise Tours on a timeless Christmas tour filled with holiday cheer and Christmas memories!
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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. Overnight in Topeka, KS. L Day 2: Aurora CO Continue west and enjoy lunch at Gella’s Diner in Hays Kansas, a frontier town that was once home to Calamity Jane and “Buffalo Bill” Cody. Check into our Denver Colorado hotel tonight. B, L
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 with walls that climb as high as 1,300 feet! Board the Iron Mountain Aerial Tram where you’ll experience the magnificent Rocky Mountain scenery as you skim over the tops of the trees, up to the summit of Iron Mountain. Enjoy panoramic eagle eye views of the striking mountains and Glenwood Springs below. Unpack your bags for a 2-night stay in the lovely mountain community of Glenwood Springs. B,D
Ring in the New Year at the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue where comedic skit, songs, dance and Dec. 28-Jan. 3, 2015 laughter are the ingredients for an entertaining Per person rates double $1468 New Year’s Eve celebration. B, D triple/quad $1309 Day 5: AAA Five-Diamond “The Broadmoor Re- single $2027 sort” Happy New Year! Trek to Colorado Springs and Favorite Hotel: unpack your bags for an overnight stay and dinner Broadmoor Hotel at the AAA Five-Diamond Broadmoor Hotel! Nesin Colorado, Virtled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, this dis- ginia tinguished Colorado mountain retreat upholds a legacy of elegance, and impeccable service. Built in 1918, the resort features many grand touches Featuring a ride on that still exist: beams painted with motifs from the California Zephclassical mythology, a marble staircase, ornate yr, one of Amtrak’s chandeliers, and ceiling frescoes by European art- most scenic routes, ists. Dine in the original Tavern Room that has and an overnight been serving its exquisite cuisine since 1938. B, D 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
stay at the AAA 5-diamond Broadmoor Hotel!
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: Redstone, CO & New Year’s Eve 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. Stories will be articulated by a local expert who shares folklore and historical insights. Experience the serenity of the mountains on a horse drawn sleigh ride through the canopy of snowy pine trees in Redstone, CO . Spend time exploring the shops on Main Street in Glenwood Springs or taking a “dip” in Glenwood’s Hot Springs Pool which boasts water around 100 degrees and filled with rich natural minerals that Broadmoor Resort sooth and restore a body (additional expense).
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The 126th Rose Parade and more!
Stop and smell the roses at the 126th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California! Always a favorite with Sunrise Tours travelers, this wonderful New Year’s trip packed with lots of activity is sure to foster many fond memories. Day 1: Fly into Los Angeles Catch a flight into Los Angeles and check into our comfortable hotel for the duration of the trip. D Day 2: Los Angeles sightseeing Spend the day exploring Los Angeles with a local guide. See The Hollywood Bowl, Mann’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive and so much more! B, D Day 3: Behind the Parade Scenes; Bringing in the New Year Go behind the scenes to see how the Rose Bowl floral floats are actually constructed and decorated. Don’t be shy in asking questions. The volunteers are thrilled to let you discover the final stages of float decorating! Enjoy lunch on your own in Old Pasadena. Visit the Getty Museum which offers ancient to modern art, beautiful, tranquil gardens in a dramatic architectural setting. Enjoy spectacular vistas of the hills and Pacific Ocean in the distance before returning to our hotel. Welcome the New Year on St. Louis time with our own “Midwest New Year’s Eve celebration”, to be ready to rise early the next morning for the 126th Rose Parade! B, D
Per person rates* double $2196 Day 4: “Happy New Year!” triple/quad $2023 Enjoy a great view of the Tournament of Roses single $2715 Parade from your reserved seating - you can’t * Includes roundtrip airhelp but get caught up in the excitement of the fare from STL. crowd as the striking floats and well-rehearsed marching bands pass by! Journey through the Petersen Automotive Museum and explore one of mankind’s greatest achievements and obsessions: the automobile. The museum features the history of cars beginning with a 1901 streetscape and showcases automobiles of glamour and celebrity. Whether you’re an avid car fan or not, Queen Mary you’ll leave this venue filled with nostalgia! Kick off the New Year with an early dinner and time to relax in the hotel Wonderful before retiring for the night. B, D
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Day 5 Reagan Library and Queen Mary Take a scenic drive along the coast and over mountains to Simi Valley for a visit to the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum. This year’s exhibits are designed to honor his accomplishments and patriotic spirit. Tour the museum, view a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office, the office in which President Reagan never took off his suit jacket, and walk onboard the actual Air Force One aircraft, tail number 27000, which flew 7 US presidents. This evening, tour the mystery and history of the Queen Mary before an onboard delicious dinner. B, D Day 6: Return flight home
Float at the Rose Bowl Parade
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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.
also located within easy walking distance. Cost of the tour via motorcoach includes: Coach transportation via luxury motorcoach including Jan. 20-Feb. 12, 2015 the 9 excursions while in Florida, lodging for 24 OR nights, 2 breakfasts en route to and from FloriFly da and 1 breakfast, lunch and dinner during the Jan. 22-Feb. 10, 2015 3-week stay in Florida.
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 air includes: flight to Florida, transportation to airport from pick-up point and hotel, lodging at the Sirata Resort 19 nights, transportation for 9 excursions, and 1 breakfast and 1 dinner.
We have reserved three room types at the Sirata Beach Resort. In building 1 the Gulf Front suites face the Gulf, have 2 queen beds in the bedroom and a small refrigerator and Sirata Beach Resort microwave in the kitchenette. In building 4, Coach the Gulf View suites do not face the gulf but have January 20-February 12, 2015 an angled view of the beach and gulf and have a Per person rates king bed, a full refrigerator, microwave and cook Gulf Front Room double $3560 top in the kitchenette. The Bay view suites do single $5625 not face the gulf but do have views of the bay, Gulf View Room double $3238 have a king bed in the bedroom and a small re- single $5060 frigerator and microwave in the kitchenette. Bay View Room double $3079 All room types are furnished alike with a queen single $4771 sleeper sofa in the living room, full balcony, cable Fly TV, in-room safe, and utensils, dishes, toaster and January 22-February 10, 2015 coffee maker in the kitchenette. A newspaper is Per person rates delivered daily to your room. As a Sunrise Tours Gulf Front Room double $3798 guest, the Sirata will give a 10% discount on all single $5669 restaurant food purchases at the resort and there Gulf View Room double $3509 is no extra cost for high-speed wireless internet single $5163 access in your room and a beach cabana daily. Bay View Room double $3367 Restaurants, a grocery store and a drug store are single $4855
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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.
February 18-23, 2015 Per person rates double $873 triple/quad $844 single $960
Same price as 2014!
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
Western Caribbean Cruise by coach
Day 1: Lake Horn, MS A late morning departure begins a relaxing drive to Lake Horn, Mississippi. Tonight you will be treated to renowned Southern Barbeque. D Day 2: New Orleans, LA Travel south through Mississippi to the “City that Care forgot”, New Orleans. Take in 200 years of culture as we visit the French Market, America’s oldest public market before our fine dining experience at a local New Orleans restaurant. B, D 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 which began cruising from New Orleans in winter of 2013 after a $29 million dollar renovation. Complete with duty free shops, Broadway-style entertainment and lavish interiors the Serenade will be the perfect ship to explore the Western Caribbean. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided on ship throughout the cruise. Day 4: At Sea Day 5: At Sea
Day 6: Falmouth, Jamaica NE WT Situated on Jamaica’s North coast, Falmouth is OU R! noted for being one of the Caribbean’s best-preserved Georgian towns. Falmouth was one if the first shipping ports in the Caribbean, with a rich March 12-22, 2015 Inside double $1628 heritage dating back more than 240 years. Outside double $1808 Balcony double $1928 Day 7: George Town, Grand Cayman Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical Islands. Among other attractions, Inside single $2277 visitors to the island can learn about local turtles, Outside single $2637 visit the town of Hell, explore Seven-Mile beach Balcony single $2877 and enjoy the undersea world. Sunrise tour manager Pat McKinzie took the 2013 cruise by coach tour on Serenade of the Seas and describes the ship as “big enough Day 9: At Sea to feature all the amenities, but not so big Day 10: Memphis, TN that you can’t find evReturn to New Orleans for disembarkation and erybody.” drive to the Memphis, TN area for a one night stay. B, D
Day 8: Cozumel, Mexico Cozumel is home to the ruins of the ancient Mayan City of Tulum, perched above the turquoise Caribbean, along with great duty free shopping.
Day 11: Return home Depart this morning for home with fond memories of a wonderful sunny adventure. An early afternoon return to St. Louis is planned. B
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New Orleans & Cajun Country
Day 1: Fly to New Orleans Today fly to New Orleans where you’ll spend two nights at Hotel Provincial, located in the heart of the historic French Quarter. with private courtyard. This evening, at Tujague’s Restaurant, begin your authentic Creole experience. D
Day 2: French Quarter Experience the sights and sounds of New Orleans as our local guide takes you back in time to another era highlighting the Old World ambiance, unique history and architecture of this romantic city. Walk through a cemetery and see the elegant homes in the Garden District neighborhood, resplendent with columned mansions, mighty oaks and verdant gardens. Enjoy the world-famous Jazz Brunch at The Court of Two Sisters in their delightful French Quarter courtyard. Visit Mardi Gras World, a fascinating place where you can see Mardi Gras Magic in the making. The evening is free for you to enjoy the French Quarter at leisure. B, Brunch Day 3: Cajun Country Enjoy a free morning or an optional visit to The National WW II Museum (admission at your own expense) before departing for Cajun Country. Cruise along the Bayou in a remote cypress swamp as our Cajun Captain points out the unique wildlife and plant life and entertains with tunes played on his Cajun accordion. Visit Greenwood Gator Farm and learn about this fascinating industry and see if you are brave enough to hold a gator! Dinner at the local Bayou Delight and overnight in Houma, LA. B, D Day 4: Avery Island & St. Martinsville Some like it hot! Visit Avery Island for a tour and tasting at McIlhenny Co. Tabasco factory. Visit Rip Van Winkle Gardens for a stroll through this semitropical paradise on Lake Peigneur. In St. Martinville our personal guide will tell the legend of the Acadian Heroine Evangeline and take us to the Evangeline Oak Tree and St Martin de Tours Catholic Church. A short drive finds us
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Day 5: Cajun Heritage This morning our local step-on guide take us to a working rice farm to see how two crops, rice and crawfish, are farmed on the same land. Visit a second-generation Cajun accordion maker to see how the instrument used by all Cajun musicians is made and played. Learn the Cajun Waltz and Two-Step at our private Dance Lesson at Vermilionville, a beautiful Cajun heritage and folk life museum. Set on the banks of the Bayou Vermilion, the historic village contains original buildings with artifacts reflecting Acadian life between 1765 and 1890. Costumed interpreters demonstrate traditional crafts. Tonight, enjoy a Fais Do-Do at Pont Breaux’s Cajun Restaurant, featuring delicious food, a live Cajun band and a dance floor for you to demonstrate your Joie de Vivre. B, D
March 15-20, 2015
Per person rates* double $1554 triple/quad $1457 single $1904 * Includes roundtrip airfare from STL
Day 6: Return flight home Travel to Darrow, LA to visit the breathtaking Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. Enjoy a tour of the antebellum estate with our period costumed hostess. This grand Greek revival mansion is surrounded by 500 year old great oak trees, vibrant flowers, ponds, fountains, sculpture and garconniere. Enjoy a delightful lunch at Café Burnside before being transferred to the New Orleans airport for your flight home. B, L
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Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival Day 1: Columbus, OH Overnight in central Ohio. D
Highlights:
• New for 2015- Commemorate President Lincoln’s 150th at Ford’s Theater • Tour the newly restored Washington Monument! • 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
Day 2: Washington, DC Continue eastward to visit 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 our 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, we are joined by a local guide to visit the historical highlights of DC. Stand where global events have taken shape and view the many historic monuments framed in the vivid white and pink blossoms from more than 3,000 Japanese cherry trees along the Tidal Basin. Enjoy a guided Capitol Building Tour and a White House Tour this afternoon (based on availability). This evening attend an extraordinary event as the historic Ford’s Theater remembers the assassination of 150 years ago with a special, epic concert-style musical per-
formance featuring the words of Abraham Lincoln and rousing music that represents the spirit of the Civil War. B, D
March 28-April 3, 2015 Per person rates double $1598 triple/quad $1403 single $2183
The 2015 Festival marks the 103rd 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 Day 5: Washington DC highlights of WashingAfter years of repairing damage as a result of a ton, DC. 2011 earthquake, the Washington Monument is reopened. Tour this historical centerpiece which ascends 500 feet to the top floor observation deck Most Meaningful and museum. This afternoon we will have more Activity: Watching the changing of the time to visit the Smithsonian. Embark on a firstguards in Arlington Cemclass dinner cruise aboard a luxury yacht down etery, Tammy the Potomac River featuring magnificent views of DC and the Cherry Blossoms, exquisite food, dancing and music. B, D Day 4: Washington, DC 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. Afterwards, spend time at the Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum complex. After dinner, enjoy a drive by the memorials lit in their evening grandeur! B, D
Day 6: Columbus, OH It’s time to begin our journey home. Travel to The Spring House for a step back in time with old-fashioned, homestyle eating! Then, it’s off to Columbus, OH for the night. B, L.
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Southern Charm Featuring Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC Day 1: Georgia Travel to northern Georgia and visit the historic and beautifully decorated antebellum Grand Oaks Home, Cartersville, GA, for dinner. 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 famous and hauntingly beautiful Bonaventure Cemetery, featured in the “Mid- The Biltmore Estate Sumter. See the ruins of Historic Fort Sumter ninght in the Garden of Good and Evil”, for a guided walking tour. Experience the where the Civil War began and a view of Charlessucculent flavors of southern cooking while din- ton from the Harbor. Enjoy dinner with views of ing at Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room before we check the harbor before checking into our hotel for the into the Country Inn Historic District for the next next 2 nights. B, D 2 nights. B, D Day 5: Charleston, SC Embrace the history of Charleston as we visit the Day 3: Savannah, GA Board an open-air trolley to tour this enchant- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, an estate ing and alluring Southern town where we’ll find acquired by the Dalton Family in 1676. Tour the amazing architecture and rich history. Have free gorgeous blooming gardens and home and take time for lunch, where you may want to visit The a tram excursion for a picturesque nature tour of Lady and Son’s Restaurant, owned and operated the plantation’s wetlands and marshes. After enby southern chef Paula Deen. Then enjoy time to joying lunch and shopping time in the exuberant explore the Historic River Street full of shops, Historic City Market area, we will invite a local restaurants, galleries, all in a revitalized historic guide to share her expertise aboard our coach as area located right on the river. This evening we we explore this city steeped in colorful history and quaint landscapes. B, D are off to enjoy dinner riverside at River House Seafood. B, D Did you know? Savannah is called Day 6: Asheville, NC Day 4: Savannah, GA – Charles- ‘America’s First Planned Travel to the Blue Ridge Mountains to disCity’ because Ogletho- cover America’s Largest Majestic Home, ton, SC We never say good-bye so we rpe (who founded it in the picturesque Biltmore Estate. Upon say “we’ll see you later” to Sa- 1733) carefully organized arrival we will gather at the DeerPark Pavannah! Travel to picturesque the town into grids, with vilion for a lunch buffet. Afterwards, you wide streets and 24 pub- will have ample time to tour the VanderWadmalaw Island in the heart of lic squares. 21 of these South Carolina’s Lowcountry to squares were carefully bilt’s home and its surrounding centuryvisit the Charleston Tea Planta- preserved throughout old gardens. Did you know the estate is tion. Take a trolley tour of the the years and still exist still family-owned and operated… yes, since 1895! Eastern Knoxville, TN is our grounds and a tour of the work- today. destination for our overnight stay. B, L ing Tea Factory with time to sample and shop for tea. Then board a cruise boat to visit one of the most his- Day 7: Return home torically significant sites in North America; Fort Having explored some of the South’s most charm-
April 12-18, 2015 Per person rates double $1418 triple/quad $1278 single $1837
Same price as 2014! 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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Discover the “Old North State” Day 1: Knoxville, TN Travel to eastern TN, spring scenery along the way. D Day 2: Biltmore Estate Visit America’s largest home, the Vanderbilt’s 250-room chateau called the Biltmore Estate. Stroll the Biltmore Gardens awash in bright spring colors including the Walled Garden with colorful symmetrical flower beds, 15 acre Azalea Garden, beautiful tulips, blooming bushes and more! Tour the Mansion, visit Antler Village and enjoy lunch. Overnight in Charlotte, NC. B, L Day 3: Charlotte, NC Discover the life and legacy of a humble farm boy turned international ambassador of God’s love at the impressive Billy Graham Library. In 1919 James Buchanan Duke created a mansion as a place of inspiration and southern charm. Enjoy lunch at the 4-star historical Duke Mansion in the Ray Dining Room and walk through the Nisbet Garden in full bloom. Feel the thrill of the Charlotte Motor Speedway with an up close look at the speedway. Unpack for a 2-night stay in your upgraded ocean view room on the beach in Wrightsville Beach, NC. B, L Day 4: Wrightsville Beach In Wilmington, tour the USS North Carolina a battleship moored in quiet dignity and walk among her decks that saw combat of WWII. See the recreated 1870’s garden’s eye-catching spring flowers prominently displayed at the Bellamy Mansion where a tour includes Victorian history and educational insights into the family and its history. Relax on The Wilmington Boat and cruise the historic Cape Fear River around Eagles Island and along Wilmington’s historic riverfront. Watch for sea turtles, dolphins and alligators! After dinner, there will be time for a leisurely sunset walk to experience why Nicholas Sparks used this area in his novel Message in a Bottle! B, D Day 5: Raleigh, NC Often referred to as the Smithsonian of the South, this capital city is home to incredible state museums. Tour the State Capitol and observe
its unique Greek revival-style architecture. Get a sneak peek at how the governor lives with a tour of the Executive Mansion (subject to availability). Enjoy some of North Carolina’s legendary BBQ during lunch at The Pit, recent winner of a Food Network challenge. See the world’s only Acrocanthosaurus at the Museum of Natural Sciences and enjoy evening entertainment at one of Raleigh’s fine theater houses (performance TBD). Unpack for a 2-night stay in Raleigh. B, L Day 6: Durham, NC World-class Duke University in Durham, NC features a 210 foot high Chapel. Enjoy a docent-led tour of this great collegiate Gothic project followed by a guided tour of Durham including it’s storied neighborhoods, a tasting from Monuts Donuts and a visit to the Sarah P. Duke Gardens, especially brilliant this time of year. See the site of the largest troop surrender of the American Civil War, Bennett Place. Visit Historic Durham Athletic Park to see where Bull Durham was filmed and enjoy dinner in the city recently recognized as “America’s tastiest town” by Southern Living magazine. B, D Day 7: Winston-Salem, NC Travel to Winston-Salem Tour Duke Chapel and experience early American living history at Old Salem Museums. See demonstrations of an early Moravian household work in the garden and the kitchen. Listen to a private performance on the 1800 Tannenberg organ and enjoy lunch at The Tavern where dishes are inspired by Moravian families of the 19th century. Travel to Huntington, WV for an overnight stay. B, L Day 8: Return Home
April 26-May 3, 2015 Per person rates double $1695 triple $1492 single $2305
Explore the three regions of North Carolina as spring blossoms across the state; coastal, Piedmont (plains), and Appalachian.
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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 Head northeast to trendy Toronto for a 2-night stay 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 and sunset! B, D Day 3: Toronto, Ontario Explore the bustling city of Toronto with a stepon guide from the riverfront to the historic district. Tonight we are in for a treat as we attend a production (TBD) in one of the historic theatres of The Toronto Theatre District, the largest in Canada. B, D Day 4: Ottawa, Ontario 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 Canadian Museum of History. B, D Day 5: Canadian Tulip Festival Discover the sites of Ottawa and the Tulip Festival featuring more than three million tulips with our personal step-on guide. Visit the Byward Market, Commissioner’s Park, Parliament Hill, Sussex Drive, view the official residences of the Prime Minister and Governor General and many other Ottawa special sights. Relax at the Afternoon High Tea in the historic Fairmont hotel. B, high tea Day 6: Quebec City, Quebec Get your cameras ready as we approach our hotel for the next three nights. Standing high on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of Old Québec. B, D Day 7: Quebec City, Quebec Join our local guide for an informative tour of the
most European of North American cities, Quebec City. See the massive stone architecture, the heavily fortified walls and the charm of Old Quebec City. This afternoon enjoy some free time before dining at a restaurant unique to Old Quebec. Enjoy a traditional sugar shack meal, live entertainment and poured taffy on snow for dessert! B, D
May 6-17, 2015 Per person rates double $2758 triple/quad $2449 single $3686
Same price since 2013!
Day 8: Quebec City, Quebec Travel along the St. Lawrence River to St. Anne de Beaupre, with time to experience the basilica and this little town that attracts more than a million pilgrims and visitors each year! We’ll also visit Montmorency Falls and take a memorable cable car ride to the top for lunch and time to enjoy the views of the Isle de Orleans and the Saint Lawrence River. B, L
Crème de la crème “the best of the best” is the perfect description for this tour. Journey with us for 6 nights in 3 luxurious and historic Fairmont hotels of eastern CanDay 9: Montreal, Quebec Enjoy breakfast while overlooking the St. Law- ada and enjoy distincrence River before we travel to Montreal for a tive experiences and stay at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth. This af- elegance! ternoon, our local tour guide will acquaint us with Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new as we see all the “must see sights”! B, D Day 10: Niagara USA Cross the US border and into the Niagara Falls, NY area for an overnight stay B, D Day 11: Niagara Falls State Park This morning, experience the majestic beauty of Niagara Falls. Did you know Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac 3,160 tons of water flows over the falls every second? Board the world-famous Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride under the falls! This afternoon, travel west to Ohio for our overnight stay. B, D Day 12: Return home Today, we return home. B
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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 Lilac in bloom base. Travel 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 and 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 featuring over 2,000 colorful tropical butterflies among lush exotic blossoms and greenery. Often called the loveliest town in Ontario, Niagara on the Lake will be our stop this evening for dinner and shopping. B, D Day 4: The award winning Lilac Festival Travel to Highland Park in Rochester, NY to attend the Lilac Festival. Take time for the sights and smells of these gor-
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geous purple, white, pink and even yellow lilacs. While in Rochester, enjoy a guided tour of the George Eastman House to learn about the father of modern photography and founder of the Eastman Kodak Company. Enjoy a boat cruise and see the picturesque scenery of this charming part of the country. 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
May 11-16, 2015 Per person rates double $1109 triple $998 single $1441 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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Made in the USA
Day 1: Villages of Van Buren On our journey we discover manufactured products Made in the USA. The trip begins with a visit to the Villages of Van Buren as we are joined by a local guide to tour the Bentonsport National Historic District. This district is home to buildings from the 1800’s including an Artisan Coop featuring local potters and blacksmiths. Visit Milton Creamery to learn how this Mennonite family processes Amish milk into award winning gourmet cheese. Arrive just in time for afternoon milking at Wells’ Organic Dairy where you can also possibly bottle-feed a baby calf. This evening savor a dinner you will not forget in a beautiful Amish home where everything is home-raised and home-cooked. D Day 2: Mid Iowa Get up-close and personal this morning at Bovard Studios and see how beautiful stained glass is created before visiting Creative Edge Master Shop where they will demonstrate the art of water-jet fabrication of floor medallions and tile murals. Started in a basement in 1951, Sig Manufacturing Company has become one of the most widely respected manufacturers and suppliers of products for the model hobbyist in the world. Next visit Kinze Manufacturing* which is one of the largest specialty manufacturers in North America, producing modern agricultural equipment to help farmers meet the challenges of crop production. Travel to the Quad Cities and check into the Stoney Creek Inn for a two-night stay. B, L, D
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Day 3: Quad Cities Start our day off at Isabel Bloom Production Studio for an interactive tour as you watch the artisans go through the 4-day process of creating a figurine. In 1889 Fred Boetje began making stoneground Dutch mustard in his garage and today Boetje’s Mustard is a Quad Cities and national-favorite. Go behind the scenes to see how John Deere’s biggest farm machines are brought to life on their Harvester Works tour. Visit the Mississippi River Distillery where we are able to see their entire process and finish the tour in their tasting room for free samples. Stop at Antique Archaeology, the home base for the hit TV show American Pickers on the History Channel. See their shop, some of their latest picks and maybe Mike, Frank or Danielle. B, D Day 4: Peoria – Bloomington Travel to Peoria’s beautiful riverfront to visit the Caterpillar Visitors Center for a fascinating look at the company and a chance to climb in the seat of a massive two story Cat Mining truck to take a virtual ride onto a job site. Learn how 396 megawatts of affordable, pollution-free wind energy is produced at Twin Groves Wind Farm. Did you know Bloomington is the only city in the world where Beer Nuts are made? Visit their Company Store for a presentation on the making of Beer Nuts and time for samples. Epiphany Farms is a “Farm to Fork” concept that practices sustainable techniques to blend their farm and restaurant in to one self-sustaining entity. After a tour of the farm, dine at Station Two Twenty, their restaurant located in Bloomington’s old firehouse. Overnight in Bloomington. B, D Day 5: Return Home In 1824 the Funk family started producing their maple sirup (local spelling) in Funks Grove, IL, a National Natural Landmark. Today they produce an average of 1,800 gallons of sirup each season and we will take a behind the scenes tour of the grounds and the sirup-making process before we return home. B
May 18-22, 2015 Per person rates double $840 triple/quad $752 single $1105
* To visit Kinze Manufacturing, you must be 14 years or older and because of the industrial magnets, people with pacemakers will not be allowed to participate in the plant tour.
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Featuring a nostalgic overnight journey on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief from Albuquerque to Kansas City! Day 1: Oklahoma City Travel to OKC for an overnight stay. D Day 2: Big Appetite Continue west on Route 66 to the panhandle of Texas. Bring your appetite for a friendly Howdy and a mouth-watern’ meal at The Big Texan Steak Ranch, recently featured on Man vs. Food TV show! Unpack your bags for 2-nights at the brand new Drury Inn and Suites in Santa Fe, NM in historic downtown. B,L Day 3: Santa Fe, NM A local expert guides us through the sights of this capital city teeming with spring color. Highlights include Saint Francis Cathedral, San Miguel Mission and the Loretto Chapel. Do you know the mystery that surrounds the construction of the miraculous staircase at the Chapel? Visit the Santa Fe Farmers Market to see the local flavors. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and an evening at leisure. B,L, Hot Apps Day 4: Fred Harvey Continuing our springtime trek along Route 66, arrive in Winslow, AZ for a unique overnight stay. Reach the historic La Posada, the last of the grand trackside hotels, built by Fred Harvey in excess of $2 million in 1929. A greeting and tour by the Winslow Harvey Girls explains the historical significance of this gem! Artwork abounds in this museum hotel featuring individualized rooms named after movie stars and politicians who have visited this historic hotel. B,D Day 5: Grand Canyon Visit the inspirational Grand Canyon as we travel along Rim Drive to the South Rim for time to explore the unique combinations of geologic color that decorate a canyon 277 river miles long and 18 miles wide! At your leisure, enjoy lunch at the historic El Tovar Lodge located on the rim. This evening, travel to Sedona, AZ and unpack for a 3-night stay at the Inn of Sedona. B,L Day 6: Sedona
Take a narrated trolley ride through Sedona complete with a stop at the Chapel of the Holy Cross and views of the renowned red rocks. Enjoy lunch with a view and time to browse local shops and galleries. Just south of Sedona sits Montezuma Castle National Monument where we will learn the legacy of a people who struggled to survive in the Verde Valley 1,000 years ago. These are some of the best preserved cliff dwellings in North America! B,L Day 7: Verde Canyon Railroad The Verde Canyon is full of wildflowers in bloom and lush green springtime growth. Visit the newly opened Copper Art Museum in quaint Old Town Cottonwood. Board the Verde Canyon Railroad for a roundtrip wilderness ride though scenic riparian canyon only accessible by rail (or horse!) on tracks that hug the Verde River. Blazin’ M Ranch welcomes us for dinner, western music show and activities! B,D Day 8: Sky City Travel east to Albuquerque where the sun shines 310 days a year! Enroute, visit the Acoma Pueblo Sky City built atop a 367-foot sandstone bluff. Led by a tribal member, we will visit the mesatop settlement where the tribe lives and attends the mission church. The tour ends with a special private Tribal Dance performance. Overnight in Albuquerque, NM. B, hot apps Day 9: Southwest Chief Train Board the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway, the world’s longest tram, to the Cibola National Forest tree tops for a panaromic view of the great southwest. Mid-day, board Amtrak’s Southwest Chief train and enjoy the region’s mountains and deserts through a sunset and sunrise to arrive in Kansas City 20 hours later. Meals and roomette are included, or you can upgrade to a private cabin (see right for information). B, D Day 10: Return home mid-afternoon Board a comfortable motorcoach for the travels from Kansas City to home. B
May 21-30, 2015 Per person rates double $2178 triple/quad - please call single $3083 Combine this tour with California National Parks on page 51 and take $450 off the combined per person rate! Included in price: Superliner Roomettes: Ideal for one or two passengers, with two comfortable reclining seats on either side of a big picture window. At night, the seats convert to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. Located on the upper or lower level. No in-room toilet or shower Optional Upgrade: Superliner Bedrooms: Ideal for two passengers, but can accommodate three (two passengers must share the lower berth). Each room has a large sofa with two individually reclining sections, and a reclining easy chair. At night, the sofa converts to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. All Superliner Bedrooms feature private, self-enclosed restrooms with toilet, sink and shower. And are on the upper level of our double-decker Superliner train cars. $250 per person double $500 per person single
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California National Parks and more! Day 1: Flight to the West Arrive Las Vegas, NV and The four-star Golden Nugget for a 2-night stay. B, D Day 2: Spirited Las Vegas Today, you have the option to spend the day exploring the “Las Vegas Strip” on your own or see the spirited side of Las Vegas. An optional tour to the Valley of Fire State Park is planned. For those who choose to visit, enjoy the beautiful vistas, unique stone formations, ancient trees and 3,000 year old petroglyphs. Continue the excursion with a visit to Hoover Dam and Museum (additional expense). Return to Las Vegas for dinner. B, D Day 3: Death Valley National Park Death Valley National Park is known as having the lowest point in North America. Enjoy a wonderland that stretches as far as the eye can see as we tour the Valley with a local expert aboard our coach. Take a step back to 1939 and enjoy the living history tour of Scotty’s Castle. Our overnight stay puts us right in the center of the Park at the Furnace Creek Ranch! Take a swim in a spring fed pool and enjoy the stars which blanket the brilliant sky. B,D Day 4: San Joaquin Valley Cross through the park past the edge of the Mojave Desert and north to scenic San Joaquin Valley, for a 2-night stay in Fresno/Clovis, CA. Enroute, visit Seven Sycamores Ranch, a family owned orange grove and learn “the ropes” of operating a large ranch that produces one of the top 5 commodities in Tular Valley. B, D Day 5: Sequoia National Forest & Kings Canyon National Park With a personal guide, tour Kings Canyon National Park valley via the scenic byway and view gorgeous wildflower displays and waterfalls at their peak! After an included lunch next to the picturesque Grizzly Falls, see more of the parks’ mountains, canyons and the 2nd largest living tree in the world, the General Grant Tree. This evening visit Wonder Valley Ranch to enjoy dinner, entertainment, a haywagon ride and relaxing by the campfire. B,L,D
Day 6: Sugar Pine Train 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, travel north 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 in river view rooms. B, L
May 30-June 7, 2015 Per person rates* double $2599 triple/quad $2366 single $3352
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Combine this tour with Spring in the Southwest on page 50 and take $450 off the combined per person rate!
Day 7: Yosemite National Park Spring is a great time to visit Yosemite as thawing snow fills the streams and brings waterfalls to their prettiest flow! Enjoy the blooming dogwoods and lush green scenery and travel into the park to the award winning Ah- Unique landscape of Death Valley National Park w a h n e e Lodge Dining Room in the heart of the Park for a gourmet lunch. Explore the rugged beauty of Yosemite ValLoved the ley on an open-air tram and a local expert who will trip! We were able describe the geology, plant and animal life of the region. Return to our hotel this evening to relax to see so many to the sounds of the river outside our rooms. B, L beautiful places.
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California Zephyr Adventure
Day 1: Motorcoach to Osceola/BoardAmtrak Depart St. Louis by motorcoach for Osceola, Iowa to board Amtrak’s California Zephyr. Sleep in your own private roomette (see description in sidebar) as you make your way across the plains. D
Day 2: Overnight/Amtrak in Rockies Wake up to enjoy breakfast on the train in the diner. It’s just like the old days. Then, sit back and relax as the beauty of the Rockies passes by your large viewing window. Head back to the lounge car for a floor to ceiling view of the magnificent San Francisco scenery that unfolds. Enjoy breakfast, Explore the hills of San Francisco with a guided lunch and dinner in the diner during this unbelievtour of the City and discover the architecture, able journey. Your room steward will help prepare Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Nob Hill, and your cabin for your evening as you ride the rails. many scenic views of the bay. Enjoy free time to B, L, D explore Fisherman’s Wharf – from street entertainers to the world’s largest collection of historic Day 3: Lake Tahoe ships. Next, embark on a Bay Cruise which routes Enjoy breakfast on the train before arriving in around Alcatraz and underneath the Golden Gate Reno where we meet our coach and travel to Bridge. Catch the amazing western sunset while South Lake Tahoe. Board the M.S. Dixie II for a dining at the Fog Harbor Fish House on Pier 39. scenic lunch cruise to enjoy the natural beauty of B, D Lake Tahoe and take in the dramatic splendor of Emerald Bay. B, L Day 6: Monterey – the 17 mile drive Day 4: Napa Valley/San Depart for Monterey via Francisco the spectacular coastal Travel to beautiful Napa Valroute, Highway 1, passley with their rolling hills and ing along the famous picturesque vineyards that 17 mile drive. One of dot the countryside. Enjoy the most breathtaking a tour, tasting & picnic lunch coastlines in the world, at V Sattui Winery in Napa, see the wonders of the which was awarded the Winocean at the Monterey ery of the Year for the third Bay Aquarium. Enjoy year in a row at the annual a dinner and “Stroll the International Winemaker Row” (Cannery Row) this Challenge. Continue to San evening. B, D Francisco for a two night stay in Fisherman’s Wharf. Day 7: Flight Home B, L Board a flight home after a fantastic California Day 5: Streets of San FranZephyr Adventure. B cisco and More Napa Valley
May 31-June 6, 2015 Per person rates* double $2299 triple/quad $2165 single $3018 * Includes return airfare to STL.
Same price since 2013! Included in price: Superliner Roomettes: Ideal for one or two passengers, with two comfortable reclining seats on either side of a big picture window. At night, the seats convert to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. Located on the upper or lower level. No in-room toilet or shower Optional Upgrade: Superliner Bedrooms: Ideal for two passengers, but can accommodate three (two passengers must share the lower berth). Each room has a large sofa with two individually reclining sections, and a reclining easy chair. At night, the sofa converts to a comfortable bed, and an upper berth folds down from above. All Superliner Bedrooms feature private, self-enclosed restrooms with toilet, sink and shower. And are on the upper level of our double-decker Superliner train cars. $600 per person based on double occ.
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Canyonlands and New Mexico Day 1: Las Vegas Fly into Las Vegas and check into the AAA 4-diamond hotel The Golden Nugget, which is located in revitalized downtown Las Vegas on historic Fremont Street. B, D Day 2: Zion National Park Travel to The Valley of the Fire State Park where we will see unusual sandstone formations called the Beehives and enjoy beautiful vistas throughout the park. Continue to Zion National Park where you are surrounded by massive canyon walls and a unique landscape of petrified sand dunes. Enjoy a 2-night stay in Cedar City, UT. B, D Day 3: 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. Eat lunch at Bryce Canyon’s The Lodge Restaurant rated one of the area’s best dining experiences, then discover the impressive but often missed Cedar Breaks National Monument, known for a mixture of delicate shades of colors. B, L Day 4: Grand Canyon Less visited than the south rim, but truly as beautiful, enjoy spectacular views from Point Imperial, the highest point on the canyon’s North rim. Send greetings echoing across the Grand Canyon taking in the seemingly unlimited views from the North Rim with our step-on guide. Enjoy dinner just footsteps from the Canyon’s rim during this one night stay inside the Grand Canyon National Park. B, D Day 5: Flagstaff, AZ Cross into Arizona for a cruise on beautiful Lake Powell. This Tour will provide an up-close opportunity to see the stunning Navajo Sandstone geologic formations and the narrow lower end of Lake Powell. Travel to Flagstaff with a one night stay set in 500 acres of the Ponderosa Pine Forest at Little America Hotel. B, D Day 6: Santa Fe
Experience the grace and charm of Old Town Albuquerque where you can stroll the plaza, experience the traditional shops and Spanish architecture before we head to Santa Fe, NM for our 2-night stay at the brand new Drury Plaza Hotel in historic downtown. This 182-room hotel is a 1954 vintage territorial-style building was formally St. Vincent Hospital building located adjacent to the famed St. Francis Cathedral Basilica and steps from the Historic Downtown Plaza. B, D
June 17-26, 2015 Per person rates* double $2385 triple/quad $2154 single $3077 * Includes airfare from STL
Day 7: Blend of food and history Visit one of the most widely recognized markets in the United States, The Santa Fe Farmer’s Market that represents over 150 active vendors and features hundreds of different products. Enjoy a unique culinary experience at the Santa Fe School of Cooking. Featured on the Food Network this school will educate and entertain you while preparing your lunch. Discover the many charms of Santa Fe with our local guide who will explain the history of the area and sites such as the San Miguel Mission and Loretto Chapel. B, L Day 8: Great Sand Dunes The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands Bryce Canyon and aspen forests at Great Sand Dunes National Park. Learn how these unique formations were created less than 400,000 years ago. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs boasts breathtaking views and will be our stop for the evening. B, D Day 9: Kansas Visit the U. S Air force Academy before we travel east into mid-Kansas for our overnight stay. B, D Day 10: Return Home Reflect on the incomparable natural beauty we have explored on our return home. B
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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.
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Celebrating 20 Years
n the fall of 1993, with a son in college and two daughters in high school, our parents cashed in their retirement and started what was to become Sunrise Tours. In 1994, Jim Dalrymple managed (escorted) the first tour; a trip planned by Charlene Dalrymple to New York City and Washington DC taken by a travel group from Shrewsbury, MO. After the initial success of that tour, word spread about a hard-working and creative new family-owned tour company in St. Louis. By 1999, Charlene and Jim were working 7 days a week and in that single year, Charlene planned and Jim managed 275 total days of touring for Sunrise customers. Of course that pace was not sustainable and many fantastic employees, starting with Kristen Dalrymple in 1999 and Shelby Moll in 2000, have joined us over the years. As we celebrate our 20th year in business in 2014, we are as committed as ever to working hard to make your vacation a success. We appreciate the trust you put in us to provide excellent value for your vacation dollars and we pledge to continue to endeavor to be the hardest working, most creative tour company in the country.
Brent and Kristen