Multi-Day Tours 2018
The Full Year of Multi-Day Tours!
NOW IT’S EVEN EASIER! Plan Your Longer Get Aways for Now through December!
Where Will You Go? Who Will You Meet?
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We handle the details... So you don’t have to! Depart From Your Neighborhood Meet the bus in your neighborhood at convenient departure points, all with complimentary parking.
Ride In Style
Let us do the driving! Our private, premium motorcoach buses feature reclining seats, onboard entertainment system, restroom, wifi and more. You’ll be riding in style!
Travel Like Family
Not only will you meet fun people, every trip is hosted by an expert Tour Director. Dedicated to your enjoyment and safety, count on your Tour Director to take care of all the details and make you feel like family.
Designed For You
Inspired by our grandmother, our trips are designed for older adults. Guests enjoy new experiences in a comfortable, friendly and convenient environment while being treated like family.
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Complete travel packages of tours and events with all inclusive pricing and no hidden fees. Even taxes and gratuities are included! www.TheUpperClass.net
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The Big Easy
Southern Spice in New Orleans & Atlanta
Experience the best of New Orleans and Atlanta, from low country plantations, to the Mighty Mississippi! Cajun dancing, bayous and Bourbon Street, southern charm, mystery, music and tons of fun are waiting just for you! Day 1 – Southward Bound (D)
Southward bound and the road is yours. Sit back, relax and enjoy the wifi, reclining seats and company of your fellow travelers. In Roanoke, VA, begin your southern sojourn with a welcome dinner and a restful night at the Country Inn & Suites.
Day 2 – Birmingham or Bust! (B)
Get deeper into the south today. Destination – Birmingham, AL! Spend the night at the Double Tree in the bustling downtown. Day 3 – The Big Easy Tonight! (B, D) This afternoon, arrive in New Orleans, one of the most famous cities in the world! Your Big Easy home will be the Wyndham, in the historic French Quarter. Just one block from Bourbon Street, this is a prime location, with the quiet hotel just steps away from the city’s buzz and excitement! Spend the evening at Mulate’s – THE original Cajun Restaurant. Celebrate the city’s food, music and culture with a mouth -watering meal and Cajun dancing lessons!
Mississippi River Dinner Cruise
Choose an elegant dinner cruise with Cajun style! Enjoy the signature tastes and sounds of Nola with a live jazz band and a lavish Creole Buffet dinner in the ship’s dining room. It’s pure New Orleans!
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Day 4 – Hello Nola! (B, L)
On a vintage carriage, roll through 300 years of history! Ride through the city on a horse-drawn carriage ride that gives you up close views of the French Quarter and Jackson Square, home of Café Du Monde, St. Louis Cathedral and more. Of course lunch will be at Brennan’s, named the best Restaurant in New Orleans and the inventors of Bananas Foster! The rest of the day is yours! Explore the French Quarter and Bourbon Street with plenty of time for relaxing, shopping, music and dinner on your own. Or, join us for an optional evening on the Mighty Mississippi River!
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Day 5 – Low Country! (B, L)
Begin with a bang on a swamp tour! Cruise the meandering bayous from the comfort of a Cajun-style swamp boat. You might even see a Louisiana gator! A once-in-a-lifetime experience! Back on land, find the southern charm of low country plantations. Start with lunch at the famous Ormond Plantation, followed by a tour of the Destrehan Plantation, dating back to the 1700’s! The rest of the day is yours. Linger over a café au lait. Have your portrait sketched or your fortune told. A charming city brimming with excitement, find your Nola!
Day 6 – Atlanta - The Athens of the South (B, D)
With a little beignet powder on our shirt, we head to Atlanta, the Athens of the South. Spend two nights at the Fairfield Inn & Suites, in the heart of downtown. With a guided tour and dinner at the Stately Oaks Plantation, it’s a perfect Atlanta welcome! MARCH 10 -18, 2018
8 nights hotel including prime location just steps away from Bourbon Street, Cajun Dance Lessons, Bayou Swamp Tour New Orleans City Carriage Tour, Plantation Lunch and Dinner, Atlanta City Tour, Coca-Cola Tour, 4 dinners, 3 Lunches, 8 breakfasts prices per person
$1,799 Triple $1,899 Double $2,499 Single depart return 7:00am Mamaroneck 8:00pm 8:00am Yonkers 7:15pm
Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10%
Day 7 – The Big Peach (B, L) Experience the best of Atlanta on a guided city tour of its iconic landmarks, beautiful views and history. For lunch, tuck into the famous Southern Sideboard at Pittypat’s Porch, featuring 12 different southern specialties! This afternoon, go behind the scenes at the world headquarters of Coca-Cola! Day 8 – True North (B, D) Today we begin the journey northward. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner together before a restful night at the Holiday Inn in Richmond, VA. Day 9 – DC, then Home (B) This afternoon, explore DC’s new Capitol Riverfront. Shop for a few more souvenirs, with plenty of time for lunch on your own before heading home.
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Be one of the first to experience Jesus, presented by Sight & Sound Theater! The highly anticipated, new production tells the story of Jesus, the most famous person to ever walk the earth! It’s a farm-fresh weekend featuring Amish country and two shows! Day 1 – Shady Maple & Dutch Apple (L, D)
Arrive in Amish Country, for an afternoon of good eats, hand crafted items and quaint farms. Whet your whistle at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord. Specializing in authentic Amish favorites made from scratch, you’ll go back for seconds and even thirds! Spend the afternoon at The Riehl Family’s working farm in the heart of Amish country. Featuring handmade quilts and the best of local crafts! Tonight, take in your first of two shows, beginning with the classic Showboat at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater. One of the most critically acclaimed shows in theater history, Showboat features well known songs including “Ol’ Man River”, “Make Believe” and “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man.” Spend the night at the beautiful Fulton Steamboat Inn, featuring nautical and Victorian guest rooms in a unique, riverboat setting.
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Showtime in Lancaster featuring 2 Shows!
Day 2 – Jesus at Sight & Sound (B, L) This morning, hit the Rockvale Outlets before visiting Hershey Farms. Watch as Shoo-Fly Pie and Whoopie Pie are made in front of your eyes! After this mouth-watering demo, go from kitchen to dining room for a family-style lunch. This afternoon, experience the worldpremiere of Jesus! The newest production presented at the Sight & Sound Theater, see the Bible brought to life in a grand production featuring moving sets, live animals, state of the art special effects and larger than life action. From the streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galillee, the new show is the musical story of the most famous person to ever walk the earth, and the people whose lives he changed forever.
APRIL 18 - 19, 2018
Shady Maple Smorgasbord Showboat at Dutch Apple Theater Riehl Family Farm & Quilts Hershey Farm Bakery Demo & Lunch Rockvale Outlets Jesus World Premiere 1 night hotel, 4 meals prices per person
depart 8:00am 9:00am
$379 Triple $389 Double $449 Single
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Mamaroneck 10:15pm Yonkers 9:30pm
Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10%
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Cape Cod and Nantucket featuring the Nantucket Daffodil Festival
See Nantucket and Cape Cod in full bloom at the annual Daffodil Festival! Feel the gentle sea breezes, cruise the sparkling water, taste the lobstah, wear your daffy hat and say “so long” to winter! Day 1 – Lobstah Cruise and Dinner Cabaret – (D) Arrive at the harbor village, of Plymouth, MA, home of the pilgrim. Get your New England on as you explore the heart of downtown for shopping and lunch on your own. This afternoon, it’s all aboard our very own lobster boat! Relax on the ship’s two spacious decks as you cruise by Plymouth Rock, Long Beach, and more. Tonight, it’s dinner and a show at the Dan’l Webster Inn, recognized as one of the most distinguished restaurants in North America. Rest from the day at the Holiday Inn Hyannis, your home for the next three nights. Day 2 – Nantucket Daffodil Festival (B) Breathe the salty air on a hi-speed catamaran ride across Cape Cod Bay to Nantucket. Don your daffy hat at the 52nd Annual Daffodil Festival, a larger than life celebration of spring. Featuring an antique car parade, hat pageant and blooming characters, this is a can’t-miss event that you have to see to believe! This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of this crescent-shaped island, a world unto itself. This evening, wander the famous town of Hyannis for shopping and dinner on your own. Ask your Tour Director for recommendations on restaurants and sites to see!
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$749 Triple $789 Double $959 Single depart 7:00am 8:00am
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Yonkers 7:30pm Mamaroneck 6:30pm
Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10%
Once-in-a-Lifetime
Endangered Species Experience
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The 2018 Kentucky Derby
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Run for the Roses at The Kentucky Derby! A Festival and Fashion Show, a Parade and a Race, it’s Mint Juleps, Old Fashioned Riverboats and loads of Southern Charm. It’s about all this and more, and it’s about time you see it! The Upper Class has made special arrangements featuring an upgraded hotel minutes from the track and enhanced seating during the race. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime event! Day 1 – And They’re Off! (D) And we’re off! Relax on the way and recharge overnight in Zanesville, OH. Meet your fellow travelers during a group welcome dinner. Day 2 – The Race is On (B, D) Arrive in Louisville, home of the Derby! Check into the Clarion North Hotel, just minutes from the track and your home for three nights. The festivities begin with a down home, Southern BBQ dinner at one of Louisville’s best distilleries! Featuring live entertainment, dancing and distillery tours, kick off your derby in style! Day 3 – My Old Kentucky Home (B, L, D) Today, it’s the best of Kentucky! On a guided tour, see the city’s landmarks from the home of the Louisville Slugger, to the famous Derby Hat Boutique, and everything in between! You’ll even see a horse training session in progress! This evening is “Off to the Races” with a special “Taste of Kentucky” dinner event. Enjoy an elegant plated dinner, live music and Derby Fun. Relive famous horse races and bet with “house” money at the Wager Windows. This is your very own Race Day training session! MAY 2 - MAY 7, 2018
Upgraded Hotel & Enhanced Race Seats 5 Nights Hotel Including 3 in Louisville 10 Meals: 5B, 1L, 4D and Much More! prices per person
$3,099 Triple $3,199 Double $3,999 Single $250 non-refundable deposit due to reserve $1,000 due 11-15-2017 FULL BALANCE due 2-1-2018
depart return 6:00am Mamaroneck 9:15pm 7:00am Yonkers 8:30pm
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*3 nights upgraded hotel in Louisville *Enhanced Derby Seating *VIP Fast Access Pass to Churchill Downs for Race Day *Best of Louisville Tour *Derby Day Riverboat Race Cruise *Taste of Kentucky Dinner Event *Lunch at Claudia Sanders *Down Home Distillery Dinner *Duqesne Incline & Dinner atop Mt. Washington *Frank Lloyd Wright’s Falling Water
Go Baby Go! Day 4 – Race Day! (B) This morning, board your paddlewheel cruiser and for the Derby Day River Boat Race! Learn a few insider tips on the race, how to place a real bet and more. Enjoy the cash bar and river views, but hold onto your hat when the boats start racing down the Mighty Ohio River! Back on land, it’s time to use your VIP Fast Access pass to Churchill Downs. Spend the Day at The Derby, an all day celebration. See the famous Twin Spires, sample a mint julep, get a jockey’s autograph, place a few bets and cheer on your favorites from your enhanced, reserved seating. Go Baby Go!
Day 5 – Down the Stretch (B, D) With hat boxes and winnings in hand, we start the journey home. But the excitement isn’t over yet, as you spend your final night in Pittsburgh! Ride the Duqesne Incline to the top of Mt. Washington and enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Le Mont with a rare, sky-high view of the city. Day 6 – Winner’s Circle (B) Today, witness the genius of famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright on a guided tour of the incredible Fallingwater, one of the most celebrated examples of architecture in the world. After time for lunch on your own, relax on the ride home with new friends and memories you’ll never forget.
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Rare Entrance to European Embassies
Go behind the gates of international embassies as you walk in the footsteps of ambassadors and foreign dignitaries. Be a diplomat for a day with special access to a collection of international embassies, normally closed to the public! Day 1 – Welcome to The District (D)
Begin with a welcome dinner at Tony & Joe’s Seafood on the bustling Georgetown waterfront. After dinner, see the city by night on a Moonlight Monument Tour. On this narrated driving tour hosted by a local expert, see the city come to “light” with monuments, buildings and more lit up against the night sky. The history, photo opps and serenity will have you saying, “Oh What a Night!” Relax at the Hilton Garden Inn in Arlington – your home for the next three nights.
Day 2 – Open the Gates! (B)
Step onto sovereign land as you are welcomed to the European Union Open House, featuring embassies that are usually closed to the public. Through the gates of these international embassies, go behind the scenes to travel to Europe, no passport required! A global gateway, you’ll experience the food, art, dance, fashion, music and more of different countries, on display at their respective embassies. Opened MAY 11 - 14, 2018 today only, this is a once-a-year event! R are Access to Foreign Embassies After a globetrotting morning, spend the afternoon Potomac River Cruise exploring Georgetown with plenty of time for shopping, Old Town Alexandria, Georgtown sight-seeing and lunch on your own. Or choose an opMoonlight Monument Tour tional evening at the theater! (See opposite page for details)
Museum of African American History 3 nights hotel, 5 meals prices per person
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$669 Triple $699 Double $969 Single
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Mamaroneck 9:15 pm Yonkers 8:30 pm Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10%
Moonlight Monument Tour
Day 3 – Cruise the Capital (B)
After breakfast, cruise the capital on the waters of the Potomac River. Known as The Nation’s River, you’ll have a water’s view of the Jefferson Memorial, the Kennedy Center, the Washington Monument, Memorial Bridge and DC’s patriotic skyline. The cruise follows the river all the way to Mount Vernon, the home of George and Martha Washington. Mount Vernon is the most popular historic estate in the US. Wander the property to see the plantation’s blacksmith, slave quarters, greenhouse and outbuildings. Go inside the mansion to see the family’s library, parlors, dining rooms, study, and the iconic piazza overlooking the river! Finish the day in the Old Town of Alexandria, a chic city center that combines old world Washington with modern DC.
Day 4 – Out of Many, One (B, L)
Spend the day exploring the Smithsonian Institute’s most celebrated museums, located on the National Mall. Experience the recently opened Museum of African American History and Culture. The museum has waiting lists of thousands of people with hours-long waits to get inside. The Upper Class has arranged for special, ticketed access, providing easy entrance without the usual lines. Or, choose to visit the Natural History Museum, the most visited museum in North America. Lunch at Nick’s Riverside Grill before heading home You’ll feel the patriotism, hope and international character of our capital city that proves it really is a small world after all. .
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The Kennedy Center
Opera Candide with Dinner on the Roof Terrace
You’ve seen it on TV, now have the honor of an evening at the Kennedy Center! See the curtain go up on one of the world’s most extraordinary stages. Within it’s tragic story of life, love and loss, Candide maintains an optimistic heart, inspiring to all. This optional tour includes dinner prior to the show high above the theater, at the Kennedy Center’s exclusive Roof Terrace Restaurant. Once-in-a-lifetime!
$199 Per Person
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Refer-A-Friend! $40 Savings!
The More The Merrier!
Travel with Friends and Save! Exclusively for customers who have traveled with The Upper Class, the Refer-A-Friend program lets you enjoy trips with friends and both of you save!
How It Works: You tell us about your friends When your friend books their first trip, you get a $20 credit toward your next trip Your friends enjoy instant $20 savings when they book their first trip! Introduce The Upper Class to a friend that has never traveled with us before. When both of you travel, you’ll each save $20. That’s a $40 savings! 14
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Atlantic City Overnight featuring bobby rydell
Hit the jackpot in Atlantic City with an overnight stay at the famous Resorts Casino and a special performance by Bobby Rydell!
Day 1: Resorts Casino Just steps from the ocean, Resorts is famous for its beachfront boardwalk, rooftop pool, renovated guest rooms and of course, their exciting casino with more than 2500 table games and slot machines! Enjoy all the Resorts amenities and nightlife, take a swim, stroll the boardwalk and finish the evening with the Resorts Revue Show! Your Atlantic City overnight adventure includes a $15 Casino Bonus and a $35 meal credit that you can use at any of the 4 different Resorts Restaurants. Day 2: Rydell and Caesars After free time in the morning, head to Caesars. Grab the dice and double down on the immense Caesars casino floor. After looking for lady luck, spend the afternoon with entertainment legend Bobby Rydell! With 34 Top 40 hits, Rydell was a true teen idol! Performing in the Circus Maximus Showroom at Ceasars, dance in your seat to Rydell’s biggest hits including Volare, Wild One, We Got Love, Kissin’ Time, Forget Him and more!
JUNE 26 - 27, 2018
Overnight at Resorts Hotel Casino depart return prices per person Bobby Rydell Matinee 9:00am Mamaroneck 9:45pm $259 Triple Evening Show at Resorts 9:45am Yonkers 9:00pm $264 Double Caesar’s Casino $345 Single Tour Director, $15 Casino Bonus Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10% $35 Meal Credit
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The Hamptons Escape Out East
Escape “Out East” to start your summer in style! It’s a Hamptons Getaway featuring the North and South Forks. Kick off the season with the best of the East End, with 4 star luxury at the one and only Sag Harbor Inn, rated one of the top hotels in the Hamptons. Day 1 – Welcome to The End (L, D) Let your cares slip away as you arrive Out East. With water views and salty air, begin with lunch at Cowfish Restaurant overlooking Shinnecock Bay. Be welcomed in style at the Sag Harbor Inn, your home for two nights. Rated one of the top hotels in the Hamptons, the Inn is located on the waterfront just steps from the bustling downtown of Sag Harbor, the centerpiece of The Hamptons. Enjoy your own private balcony or terrace, modern amenities and 18th century, nautical furnishings and complimentary beach passes! Tonight, enjoy the gorgeous hotel views while savoring a seafood dinner presented by the Dockhouse Restaurant, a local landmark. Savor their famous, award winning clam chowder and lobster, or your choice of seafood favorites!
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Day 2 – The South Fork (B, L) Today, explore the South Fork, famous for oceanfront mansions, celebrities, quaint towns and of course, the #1 beach in the country! Travel from Conscience Point to the Mansion District, and all the historic stops in between. Feel the sand between your toes at Cooper’s Beach, named the best beach in the US. With your expert, local guide, see the major sights of Southhampton, with time to wander the town on your own. See why Southampton Village is considered the jewel of the East End! This afternoon, travel through Bridgehampton, Sagaponack and East Hampton, the summer playground of the rich and famous! Arriving at The End, explore Montauk with a visit to its historic, towering lighthouse and of course, lunch at (914) 725-5640
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the north and south forks
Gosman’s Dock, one of the most iconic restaurants on South Fork! Views of the Atlantic Ocean, Block and Long Island Sound, will make this an unforgettable experience. What is a summer escape without finding a souvenir? We’ll stop at the most famous thrift store in the country, where the rich and famous make their donations. What treasure will you find? Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel or enjoying the bustling, yet charming ambiance of Sag Harbor. Day 3 – The North Fork (B) Today you see the unique difference between the North and South Forks. This morning begins with the more laid back, country feel of the North Fork. Crossing into North Haven, we board the Shelter Island Ferry, for a visit to this 8,000 acre, enchanted enclave. Just a few miles from land, but worlds away, experience the protected forests, wetlands and history, including Sylvester Manor, once the only home on the island.
MAY 29 - 31, 2018 2 Nights at the Sag Harbor Inn Guided Tour of both the North and South Forks Sylvester Manor Shelter Island Montauk Lighthouse, Greenport Wine Tasting at Baiting Hollow 5 meals (2B, 2L, D) prices per person
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$669 Triple $699 Double $899 Single
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After crossing the other side of the Shelter Island sound, disembark in Greenport, named one of America’s prettiest towns. From here, you’ll begin a sojourn through the North Fork’s famous wine country. Finish the day with a unique wine tasting at Baiting Hollow Vineyard, located on a working horse farm. Bringing together the farms and vineyards of the North Fork, this is the perfect place to raise a glass and finish your Hamptons Getaway! Cheers to Summer!
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Important Reservation Information PAYMENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
One-Day Tours: For one-day tours, full payment is due within seven days of making a reservation. If a guest elects to purchase Travel Protection, the Protection cost is due within seven days of making a reservation.
Prices are per person, per trip and include all round trip transportation, accommodations, meals, entertainment, admissions, tour escorts, guides, taxes and gratuities as per the unique itinerary of each trip, unless otherwise stated.
Multiple-Day Tours: For multiple-day tours, a 50% per person deposit is due within seven days of making a reservation. Balance is then due 90 days prior to departure. If a guest elects to purchase Travel Protection, the Protection cost is due within seven days of making a reservation.
It is the travelers’ responsibility to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure at designated departure locations. Any guest not arriving in time for departure may be left behind. The Upper Class, LLC assumes no responsibility for guests arriving late or to the wrong departure point.
Payments may be made by MasterCard, Visa, or by sending a check or money order. All rates are guaranteed upon payment or deposit.
All return times are tentative.
Please make personal checks payable to: The Upper Class, LLC.
The Upper Class, LLC welcomes passengers over the age of 21, except when noted.
Please include the name, address and phone number of each traveler; along with date of trip with your check to ensure reservation.
To be fair to all guests, The Upper Class, LLC assigns seats for motor coach travel in order of payment received. President’s Club members may receive preferential seating. The Upper Class will try to accommodate seating and room requests, however seating assignments on motor coach travel or any other seating or room arrangements will be at the sole discretion of The Upper Class.
All phone reservations are considered tentative and subject to cancellation until payment is received.
GENERAL DISCLAIMERS Neither The Upper Class, LLC, its affiliated entities and its and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively “The Upper Class”), own or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for these trips. Because neither maintains any control over the personnel, equipment, or operations of these suppliers, The Upper Class, LLC assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage or loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or other employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers, or (3) any wrongful, or negligent act or omission on the part of any other party not under the direct supervision and control of The Upper Class, LLC.
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There is no smoking on any motor coach.
The Upper Class, LLC reserves the right to remove any guest who is interfering with the enjoyment of others. Any person reserving or purchasing any of The Upper Class, LLC products published in this brochure accepts the condition that The Upper Class reserves the right to change or cancel itineraries, hotels and other tour components at the sole discretion of The Upper Class. If this occurs, efforts will be made to offer alternative dates or programs. Trips depart in all weather conditions at the sole discretion of The Upper Class, LLC. Discounts and offers may not be combined. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.
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Important Reservation Information TRAVEL PROTECTION PROGRAM
CANCELLATIONS
If a guest is unable to travel due to illness or other health issues, The Upper Class Travel Protection program provides a refund for the cost of any trip, minus the price of the Protection. The refund will be made upon receipt of a doctor’s note. The note must state that, based on an office visit, the guest was not able to travel. The note must be signed by the doctor and dated on or before the trip’s departure date.
One-Day Tours: Guests may cancel reservations up to 30 days prior to departure on one-day motor coach tour for a full credit, minus any unrecoverable charges (i.e. Theater tickets). There will be no credit or refund for any cancellation made after this time, unless The Upper Class Travel Protection has been purchased and the Protection terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.
The Upper Class Travel Protection is available for purchase within seven days of making your reservation, but not less than 30 days or more prior to travel.. Claims must be received within 14 days after the departure date of the tour and are available for cancellations due to medical reasons only. Once purchased, it is non-refundable and nontransferable. The fee does not cover any changes in tour prices which arise from an individual’s traveling companion electing to cancel prior to departure. In this case, the price difference will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. Division of these charges between the passengers involved is solely their responsibility.
Multiple-Day Tours: Guests may cancel reservations up to 90 days prior to departure on a multiday motor coach tour for a full credit, minus any unrecoverable charges (i.e. Theater tickets). There will be no credit or refund for any cancellation made after this time, unless The Upper Class Travel Protection has been purchased and the Travel Protection terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.
WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION PROGRAM The Upper Class understands winter weather may throw a wrench in even the best-laid travel plans. We don’t want any of our guests to feel uncomfortable when traveling to our departure locations due to inclement winter weather. For your peace of mind, we are happy to offer you an option to protect your tour with our Winter Weather Protection Program. The Winter Weather Protection Program allows our guests to cancel a tour for a full credit toward future travel if snowfall of more than 2” inches occurs within 12 hours prior to your tour’s departure. Snowfall is measured by the National Weather Service officially published snowfall for White Plains, NY. The Winter Weather Protection Program is available on tours during the months of December through March and is designated by the Winter Weather Protection Program icon on each individual trip. Winter Weather Protection for an additional $15 on trips under $100, or 15% of the trip price on trips of $100 or more and must be purchased within seven days of making your reservation, but not less than 30 days or more prior to travel.
The Upper Class, LLC is not responsible for events cancelled out of our control. Where possible, The Upper Class will make efforts to secure alternate arrangements at our discretion. If The Upper Class, LLC is provided a rain check for a cancelled event, the rain check becomes the property of the traveler and The Upper Class assumes no further responsibility. The Upper Class, LLC reserves the right to cancel a tour for any reason. Refunds will be given for trips cancelled by The Upper Class. If The Upper Class is forced to cancel a tour due to an Act of God, compensation is at the sole discretion of The Upper Class. Guests may be photographed for the promotional purposes of The Upper Class, LLC. Payment of any amount to The Upper Class, LLC constitutes acceptance of these terms.
PERSONAL PROPERTY DISCLAIMER The Upper Class, LLC is not responsible for, and does not assume any liability or accept claims for loss of, or damage to automobiles or personal property due to vandalism, breakage, theft, or wear and tear.
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Niagara Falls and Toronto A Canadian Adventure
Niagara Falls and Toronto… Featuring Lake Ontario, Two Cruises, Dinner atop Skylon Tower, Oh Canada! Day 1 – To Toronto! (D) Arrive in Toronto and celebrate with your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner hosted at Donatello’s Restaurant, a local favorite. Rest your head at the Hilton Garden Inn, your home for two nights in Toronto. Day 2 – A City, A Castle and A Cruise (B) The largest city in Canada, Toronto features soaring sky scrapers set against beautiful Lake Ontario. On a guided tour, take in the city’s most famous sites including the St. Lawrence Market, the Distillery District, Old City Hall and more! Be transported back in time at Casa Loma, known as Toronto’s Camelot. Explore the sprawling castle and relive its Gatsby-esque history. Next, cruise on the sparkling waters of Lake Ontario. Take in the spectacular city vistas from the water, arguably the best view! Cruise past Toronto’s bustling harbor, the Skydome, the CN Tower and more! You’ll even disembark on an island! Tonight, bask in the excitement of downtown Toronto, finding the perfect spot for dinner on your own. Day 3 – Thundering Falls (B, D) Step aboard your state-of-the-art catamaran for an up-close viewing of the thundering Niagara Falls. With an open air observation deck and panoramic windows, you’ll feel the power of the falls – and the spray! Before heading out for the evening, we’ll take a minute to relax at the Holiday Inn by the Falls, your home for the next two nights.
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Tonight, it’s dinner and a show! Be charmed by the homeland quirks and Canuck culture featured in Oh Canada Eh the musical. Featuring favorite Canadian characters like the singing Mountie, Hockey Player, Anne of Green Gables and more, everyone is Canadian tonight! Throughout the show, enjoy a five course meal. Save room for the flag waving finale that brings the audience to its feet every night! Day 4 – Niagara-on-the-Lake (B, D) Spend the day visiting Niagara-on-theLake, often called the lovliest town in Ontario! This afternoon toast with new friends during a wine tasting at a winery perched high on a hilltop with water views. Tonight, dine in the sky, high above the falls! The grand finale of your trip, savor a special dinner at the world famous Revolving Dining Room atop Skylon Tower. Presented 775 above the falls, the menu is rivaled only by the spectacular, revolving view of Niagara Falls and beyond!
Day 5 – Duty Free Souvenirs and More! (B) You’ll need this morning’s hearty breakfast to prepare for serious shopping at Canada’s national Duty Free shopping center. Save on your favorite items and find that special Canadian souvenir. The power of the falls will touch your spirit and the trip will having you feeling relaxed as a Canadian! We hope you’ll say “Oh Canada” and join us, eh?
JUNE 4-8, 2018
Niagara Falls Cruise, Oh Canada Eh Dinner Show Dinner Atop Skylon Tower, Niagara-on-the-Lake Toronto City Tour, Casa Loma Castle 4 nights hotel, 7 meals Passport Required prices per person
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The wait is over! After two years and a $90 million renovation, The Main Fountain at Longwood Gardens opened with spectacle and splash! Witness this entirely re-imagined garden featuring exciting surprises.
Experience two days of American Royalty, as you explore the Philadelphia properties of the famous DuPont family. Visit their family home, Winterthur and one of their favorite places, Longwood Gardens, saved and curated by a prominent member of the DuPont family.
Day 1 - Dancing Water! (L, D) Join Longwood’s summer of celebration with a guided tour during the day to experience the color and fragrance of the gardens. Return in the evening for an awe-inspiring illuminated fountain show choreographed to music! Before the show, enjoy dinner at the historic Kennet Square Inn. Turn in for a good night’s sleep as you relax at the Fairfield Inn & Suites.
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Longwood Gardens
Day 2 – Summer in Winterthur (B, L) Feel like a member of the DuPont family’s inner circle as you explore their family home, the Winterthur Mansion. On a guided tour, be transported to the fancy 1930s and ’40s. See how the DuPonts entertained friends, threw parties and even how they outfitted their spectacular bathrooms, which were ahead of their time. On a guided tram tour, be amazed at the spectacular gardens including the Azalea Woods, Magnolia Bend and the Enchanted Woods. Finish your summer escape with lunch at the Brandywine Prime Restaurant featuring a glass of their very own house wine.
JUNE 14-15, 2018 Guided Tour Longwood Gardens Evening Fountain Show Dinner at Kennet Square Inn Guided Tram Tour Winterthur Lunch at Brandywine Prime 1 nights hotel, 4 meals prices per person
$369 Triple $379 Double $469 Single depart return 7:00 am Mamaroneck 8:00 pm 8:00 am Yonkers 7:15 pm
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Star Spangled Birthday
Boston’s July 4th Celebration with private firewoks cruise
It’s a Star Spangled Birthday! celebrate the birth of our nation in the Cradle of Liberty, Boston, Massachusetts. Bursting with fireworks, good food and festive highlights, it’s a 4th of July you’ll never forget! Day 1: Boston Bound (L, D) Begin your Boston sojourn with lunch at Longfellow’s Wayside Inn, the oldest operating inn in the US. After lunch, it’s on to Lexington and Concord, over the Old North Bridge to the site of the first battles of the Revolutionary War. Follow the route that heard the warning, “The British are Coming!” On a private tour, you’ll walk the Battlefield of the Patriots and see where the Minutemen stood guard. Your first day finishes with a welcome dinner at Top Catch where you’ll dine on fresh local seafood overlooking the Boston Harbor! Relax at the brand new Envision Hotel, a unique boutique hotel and your home for the next two nights. Day 2: July 4th Celebration (B) Get to know Boston on its most festive, patriotic day! On a guided tour, step through time at the Old North Church, where the lanterns signaled Paul Revere’s “One if by Land, Two if by Sea.” Stroll the quaint Beacon Hill, known for cobble stone streets and old world feel. Follow The Freedom Trail, visit the site of the Boston Tea Party and more. The rest of the day is yours to explore Downtown Boston, with plenty of time on your own for lunch, shopping, sight-seeing and an early dinner. Boston’s iconic Faneuil and Quincy Market await, with historic galleries,
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shops, cafes and more. Or, head back to the hotel to relax before the evening festivities! Get ready for an explosion of fun aboard a private fireworks cruise exclusively for guests of The Upper Class. From your classic riverboat, watch the Boston Fireworks light up the sky, accompanied by the incomparable Boston Pops Live Concert Spectacular! You’ll cruise on the Charles River, the ultimate location that provides the best view of the fireworks and concert! Refreshments will be served onboard and each guests can enjoy two complimentary cocktails. Cheers! Day 3: USS Constitution, Cambridge and Bunker Hill (B) Be one of the first to step aboard the USS Constitution, freshly released from dry dock after a three year hiatus. The Constitution is the world’s oldest floating commissioned warship, and America’s Ship of State. Next, it’s on to Bunker Hill, a turning point of the Revolution. JULY 3 - 5, 2018 This afternoon, cross the famous Charles River Private Fireworks Cruise to bustling Cambridge. On a guided tour, walk Guided Tours of Boston, through the prestigious Harvard Yard, Weld Hall Concord & Lexington Old North Church & Beacon Hill where JFK resided and Wadsworth House where George Washington slept! Lunch at Wayside Inn USS Constitution & Bunker Hill 2 nights hotel, 4 meals prices per person
$750 Triple $787 Double $935 Single
depart return 6:30 am Yonkers 7:45 pm 7:30 am Mamaroneck 7:00 pm
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Summer on the Lake
Lake Winnipesaukee at the Wolfeboro Inn It’s summer time and the Lake Livin’ is easy!
Enjoy three days on the sparkling, calm waters of Lake Winnipesaukee. A New England vacation destination for more than a century, Lake Winnipesaukee is surrounded by mountains, dotted by hundreds of picturesque islands and famous for the many friendly, quaint towns that line it’s coast. Spend two nights at the historic Wolfeboro Inn, one of the finest hotels in the region, located in the heart of Wolfeboro, the oldest resort town in the country. Relax in the sophisticated, cozy rooms featuring complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV’s while enjoying the many amenities including a private beach reserved exclusively for hotel guests. The Inn’s prime, waterfront location is just steps away from the lake and just a short, easy walk to the quaint village of Wolfeboro. Day 1: Sunday Brunch Cruise (B, D) New Hampshire welcomes you as you board the Mount Washington, a classic, old world style riverboat. Once underway, savor an elegant Sunday Brunch served onboard in the ship’s dining room, including complimentary champagne! This afternoon, check into the Wolfeboro Inn. Stroll to the beach, take a short walk into town or relax in your well-appointed guest room. We’ll gather this evening for a delicious welcome dinner at Wolfe Tavern, the Inn’s authentic New England pub!
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Two Cruises and a Dinner Train!
Day 2: Castle in the Clouds and Dinner Train (B, D) Sky high above the lake, visit Castle in the Clouds, an iconic, turnof-the-century mansion perched on a mountaintop. Explore the Castle Mansion, the Carriage House and Art Gallery. This afternoon, visit The Old Country Store, a New Hampshire landmark for more than 200 years! The finale of the day is the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad Dinner Train. Steam along the coast of the lake, with breathtaking views served alongside your farm-to-table dinner. Day 3: Wolfeboro (B) Sleep in, stroll the beach, explore Wolfeboro – the morning is yours before heading to Portsmouth. Enjoy this time on your own to stroll the famous Portsmouth Seaport known for local character, unique shops, restaurants and water views that make it one of JULY 8-10, 2018 the liveliest cities in New England. This afterChampagne Brunch Cruise 2 nights at Wolfeboro Inn noon, take to the water aboard The Heritage, for a Castle in the Clouds narrated cruise of the Portsmouth Bay. Bring your New Hampshire Country Store camera to catch the beautiful scenery including Scenic Dinner Train lighthouses, forts, mansions and more. Portsmouth Harbor Cruise 2 nights hotel, 5 meals prices per person
$679 Triple $699 Double $899 Single
depart return 6:00 am Yonkers 9:15 pm 7:00 am Mamaroneck 8:30 pm
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Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard featuring
Provincetown & Newport
July begs for a visit to the coast, and where better than Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard? It’s a New England vacation featuring fresh ocean air, salty breeze, local seafood, sparkling oceans and more! Day 1: Ocean Drive (D) First stop, Newport! Get to know this historic, ocean-side town that has been a vacation destination since the Gilded Age. On a guided tour, get insights from your local guide that stretch from the 1800’s to today. Travel across the bay to Hyannis, known as the capital of Cape Cod. Spend the next four nights in the comfort of the Holiday Inn, centrally located between both coasts. Celebrate with your fellow guests during a lobster dinner at Alberto’s. Day 2: Martha’s Vineyard (B, L) This morning we ferry to Martha’s Vineyard! Join your local expert for a “Down Island” tour, passing through picturesque villages and learning about the lifestyle of the year-rounders. Tuck into a maritime lunch at the Seafood JULY 16 - 20, 2018 Shanty, an Edgartown favorite, then wander the Guided Tour of Newport historic whaling town. In Oak Bluffs, the rest of Hyannis Harbor Cruise the day is yours to stroll through Cottage City, Tour of Martha’s Vineyard famous for brightly painted cottages with decoraExplore Provincetown Sandwich Glass Museum tive gingerbread trim. Enjoy dinner on your own, 4 nights hotel, 7 meals with finishing with the ferry back to the mainland. Two Lobster Dinners! prices per person
$995 Triple $1,075 Double $1,395 Single depart return 7:15 am Yonkers 7:45 pm 8:00 am Mamaroneck 7:00 pm Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10%
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For the land-lubbers, hit the beach for an exciting Dune Tour. Ride through the Cape Cod National Seashore, the largest protected coastline in the country.
After today’s amazing highlights, gather with your fellow travelers during a farewell lobster dinner at the historic Whitman House, a Cape Cod landmark.
Day 5: Sparkling Sandwich (B) Your final morning is marked by a live glass blowing demonstration at the Sandwich Glass Museum as molten glass is blown into exquisite shapes. Your final souvenirs await, as you explore Sandwich, the oldest town on Cape Cod, with an up close view of the Cape Cod Canal. www.TheUpperClass.net
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Acadia National Park, Lobster Festival and Campobello Island!
Head northward to the ocean breezes and salt air of summer in the Vacation State! Go from the beauty of Acadia National Park to Rockport, the prettiest town in Maine, have “tea with Eleanor Roosevelt” plus lobster and more lobster!
Day 1: Best of Summer in New England (D) Travel through picturesque New England on your way to Bangor, Maine. Arrive at the Fairfield Inn in Bangor and settle into your home for the next three nights. Tonight, celebrate with a welcome dinner at the Lucerne Inn, nestled in the mountains and overlooking Phillips Lake. The Lucerne Inn is a hidden gem and a favorite of the locals. Don’t be surprised if we’re the only tourists in the place! Day 2: – Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (B) Discover one of our nation’s most majestic National Parks: Acadia National Park on a guided driving tour. Located on Mt. Desert Island and famous for soaring mountains, stone bridges, ocean shorelines, lakes, wildlife and much more. The fresh mountain air will take your breath away, as will the stunning views! This afternoon explore the quaint resort town of Bar Harbor for shopping, sightseeing and dinner on your own. Don’t miss this striking town surrounded by Frenchman Bay and the Porcupine Islands, set against the backdrop of beautiful Cadillac Mountain. Or, join us for an optional Whale Watch Cruise JULY 30 - AUGUST 3, 2018 Maine Lobster Festival Tours of Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Mt. Desert Island and Campobello Island Roosevelt Summer Cottage Freeport and Portsmouth 4 nights hotel, 6 meals Passport Required prices per person
$949 Triple $999 Double $1,299 Single
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Day 3: Campobello Island (B, L) Just over the border on the Canadian coast, Campobello Island is home to the Roosevelt Cottage, the treasured retreat of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. See The Cottage preserved exactly as it was in 1920. Enjoy lunch at the Fireside Inn before meeting your local guide for a driving tour of the island including Friars Head, Liberty Point, Head Harbour, East Quoddy Light House and much more. Day 4: Maine Lobster Festival (B) What do you get when you mix the world’s largest lobster cooker, a sea goddess, a parade and more than 20,000 pounds of lobster? The Maine Lobster Festival, one of the best summer festivals in the US! The day is yours with free time to explore the festival and visit Rockport, known as one of the prettiest towns in Maine. After the day’s festivities, relax in Freeport. Rest for the night at the Hilton Garden Inn in the center of this bustling town with outlets, stores and great restaurants just outside the front door.
Optional! Lunch Cruise & Whale Watch
Enhance your trip aboard a state of the art catamaran and head to the Gulf of Maine on the lookout for humpback, finback and Minke whales. Enjoy lunch on board.
$99 per person
Day 5: Portsmouth and Homeward Bound (B) After breakfast at the hotel, explore the coastal town of Portsmouth, NH before relaxing on the ride home with new friends and fond memories. www.TheUpperClass.net
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Spanning the US and Canadian border, enjoy the beauty, legends and history of the Thousand Islands, famous for their Gatsby-style past, stunning nature and the world’s most famous salad dressing. Day 1: Thousand Islands & Alexandria Bay, NY (D) Travel along the edge of the Adirondack Mountains on the way to Alexandria Bay. Located at the northern border of New York, on the shores of the St. Lawrence River, Alexandria Bay is a quaint riverside village featuring spectacular views, many attractions and just one stop light! Begin with a Wine & Cheese welcome reception before checking in to your home for the next three nights, the Riveredge Resort. Located across from Boldt Castle, you can watch the river from your waterfront room. Tonight, tuck into a delicious dinner at the Bistro. Day 2: Two Nations & Boldt Castle (B) After breakfast, it’s all aboard a two-nation river cruise on American and Canadian waters, through the heart of the Thousand Islands. With your local guide, cruise the emerald green waters of the mighty St. Lawrence River, through narrow channels, over historic sunken wrecks, past magnificent mansions and more. Back on land, travel through time on a unique tour of Boldt Castle, the century old castle that seems to float in the river. After the tour, head to the nearby Thousand Islands Winery for a tour and tasting of wonderful local wines.
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Day 3: Alexandria Bay or A Day in Ottawa (B) Today is yours to relax and explore Alexandria Bay on your own. Or, choose an optional tour to Canada’s Capitol City of Ottawa, just a short drive over the border. This optional tour requires a passport.
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AUGUST 6-9, 2018 Waterfront Hotel Two-Nations Cruise Guided Tour of Boldt Castle Alexandria Bay Wine Tasting Antique Boat Museum 3 nights hotel, 4 meals
Day 4: Alexandria Bay (B) After breakfast, we head for The Antique Boat Museum, one of the premiere nautical museums in North America. On a guided tour, see the galleries overflowing with unique and beautifully-preserved artifacts of the seafaring and maritime world, the perfect goodbye to this beautiful archipelago.
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depart return 7:15 am Mamaroneck 8:00 pm 8:00 am Yonkers 7:15 pm
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Magical Quebec City and Montreal Featuring Notre Dame Basilica & Islé of Orleans
Experience the European charm of Canada’s Quebec City! Be transported to a medieval time as you discover the only walled city in North America. Marvel at ancient stone houses, venerable churches, river views and more! Join us for this uniquely European experience with a Canadian twist, just a few hours away, right here in North America!
Day 1: Journey Northward (D) Upon arrival in Quebec City, be welcomed with a refreshing reception, including a glass of beer or wine at the Four Points by Sheraton, your home for three nights. With exceptional mountain views, relax in the Resort Hotel’s well-appointed guestrooms. Enjoy a welcome dinner at Restaurant le Dijon featuring regionally-inspired cuisine set against the mountains. Day 2: Quebec City (B) Step back in time at La Citadelle, one of the city’s most important landmarks. An active military garrison dating back to the mid-1700s, experience soldier life as you wander the fort’s bulwarks and bastions. Finish on the Citadel’s parade grounds for the awe-inspiring Changing of the Guard Ceremony. This colorful ceremony is a rare sight and a true, can’t-miss experience! Follow your local guide off the beaten path to Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Relive 400 years of action-packed history during stops at the Château Frontenac, Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica, Place d’Armes, the Place Royale and more! Tonight, stroll among the charming open air cafes and shops for dinner on your own in the Old City. Day 3: Quebec City or St. Lawrence River Cruise (B) Today, the choice is yours! Relax at the hotel, explore the city, make it your day. Or, choose an optional day cruising the majestic St. Lawrence River!
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AUGUST 26-31, 2018
Old Quebec Tour Tour of La Citadelle Changing of the Guard Ceremony Isle of Orleans Notre Dame Basilica Montreal City Tour Mt. Royal, Sainte-Helene’s Island
5 nights hotel, 8 meals Passport Required prices per person
$1,099 Triple $1,199 Double $1,589 Single depart return 6:15 am Yonkers 7:00 pm 7:00 am Mamaroneck 6:45 pm Tour Director,
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Day 6: Au Revoir (B) On the way home, stop at the duty free store to stock up on tax-free items. Find the perfect souvenir and head home with fond memories.
St. Lawrence Cruise
with Lunch and Dinner optio nal $159 per person
Take to the water on a cruise on the St. Lawrence River to Grosse Île. With your Parks Canada Guide, experience village life, enjoy a Trolley ride and more. Enjoy a boxed lunch on board the boat and finish with dinner at the festive Cafe Paris in Old Quebec.
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Adirondack Balloon Festival
featuring Lake Placid, Saratoga and Lake George
Balloons and peak foliage... let Autumn in the Adirondacks take your breath away. Day 1 – Empire State of Mind (L, D) Our gateway to the Adirondacks, begin your escape in Albany, the second oldest capital city in the country. With your expert guide, tour the city’s historic sections, the Empire State Plaza and of course, the soaring New York State Capitol Building. After seeing your tax dollars at work, get a taste of Albany with lunch at the Pump Room, a city landmark. Venturing into Glens Falls, experience our first foray to the 46th Annual Adirondack Balloon Festival! Get an up close look at different hot air balloons. Walk inside them, talk to the balloon pilots and learn about the art of ballooning! It’s a balloon-lovers celebration with music, food and mountain views! If weather permits, we’ll even witness a twilight balloon lift-off! Finish the day with a welcome dinner at The Log Jam Restaurant before turning in at the Queensbury Hotel, your home for the next three nights. Day 2 – Go For The Gold (B, D) Be champion for the day on a guided tour of Lake Placid’s Olympic Park! Go 120 meters up, to the top of the Ski Jump, learn about training programs for future Olympians and tour the inside the 1980 Olympic Arena, the historic site of USA’s Miracle on Ice! Enjoy the quaint town, famous for patriotic charm and great shopping, with time for lunch on your own. Return to Glens Falls in time for the Balloon Festival Lift Off! Witness more than 100 balloons fill the air. A once-in-a-lifetime experience, don’t miss this spectacular aerial event, with the balloons flying overhead en masse! This is usually the perfect time of year for balloon activity, but Mother Nature must cooperate. All balloon lift offs are dependent on weather. Dinner is a sweet and savory event at Sweet Basil’s, a local favorite.
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Day 3 – Breathtaking Daybreak (B, L) 100 balloons ascending together in the early dawn light – a spectacular sight many only dream about! More than 100 balloons will take to the sky, coordinated with the sunrise! Don’t worry, if the weather doesn’t look promising, we’ll sleep in. After the daybreak lift off, head back to the hotel for breakfast and time to relax before heading to Lake George. Board the Lac du Saint Sacrement, a classic lake cruiser featuring expert narration, open air decks and climate controlled lounges. Enjoy lunch and entertainment in the elegant dining room where every seat has a view of the lake! Spend the afternoon exploring the charming town of Lake George. This evening, watch the final balloon lift off of the festival and enjoy the festival’s attractions, including the famous Craft Fair.
SEPTEMBER 20-23, 2018 Albany City Tour The State Capitol Adirondack Balloon Festival featuring Dawn & Twilight Lift Offs Lake Placid Olympic Park Lake Placid Village Lake George Lunch Cruise Prospect Mountain Saratoga Springs Tour
3 nights hotel, 7 meals prices per person
$839 Triple $899 Double $1,135 Single
depart return 7:30 am Mamaroneck 6:45 pm 8:30 am Yonkers 6:00 pm
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Day 4 – Atop Prospect (B) This morning, it will seem like you’re flying when you reach the summit of Prospect Mountain. With 100 mile, unobstructed views, see as far as four states, overlooking the Adirondacks and sparkling Lake George far below. On a guided tour, explore the beautiful village of Saratoga Springs, known for history, health and horses. For health, visit the Saratoga Spa State Park and taste the healthful mineral waters. For history, tour two historic neighborhoods while hearing stories of the rich and famous. For horses, learn about one of the most famous race tracks in the world. Explore the town with plenty of time for lunch and shopping on your own before heading home.
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Beaches, Dune 4x4 Adventure, Wild Mustangs and more!
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Make it an endless summer on the beaches of the Outer Banks!
This string of islands running along the coast of North Carolina is a favorite vacation destination. The Outer Banks are famous for wide, unspoiled beaches and perfect climate. Enjoy it all from your oceanfront hotel, just steps from the beach! Day 1: Beach Bound (D) Day 2: Flight of Fancy (B, D) Take a Flight of Fancy on a Sit back and relax as guided tour of the Wright Brothers we hit the road, heading National Museum, where Wilbur south for the beach! Smell and Orville Wright changed the the salt air as you arrive world forever with the first powered at your ocean front hotel, airplane. After an historic morning, The Ramada Plaza in Nags the rest of the day is yours… relax Head, NC, just steps from the beach! You’ll love your on the beach, swim in the Atlantic, explore this wonderful town – it’s Oceanview room! Celebrate your arrival in your vacation! style with a welcome dinner Tonight, eat like an “Outerbanker” at Pamlico Jack’s Restaurant, a at Miller’s Seafood favorite of tourists and locals alike. Restaurant. Day 3: A Wild Ride… #1 Tour in the Outer Banks! (B) Hit the beach and take a ride across the dunes in a specialized 4x4! Search for the mustangs that run wild on these shores! Only reachable by 4x4, your guide takes you through wildlife searching for the wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs.
Search for the wild Spanish Mustangs found only in the Outer Banks
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Day 4: Roanoke Island Festival Park (B, D) Experience life in the first English settlement in America at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Step aboard a replica tall-masted ship, the Elizabeth II, to meet the costumed 16th century sailors. With your guide, try traditional woodworking, watch the blacksmith, tour the Adventure Museum, stroll the marsh-side trails and more!
Oceanfront Hotel Elizabethan Gardens This afternoon, spend time on your own in the beach town of Manateo. Famous for its boardwalk leading to a red roofed pier with panoramic views, quaint shops, restaurants and more. Or, choose to enhance your trip with our optional outing this afternoon! Tonight, we’ll gather for a farewell dinner at Lone Cedar Restaurant.
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Spend the afternoon at the site of the first English settlement. Blooming with history, stroll the battlements, exhibits and Elizabethan Gardens, a memorial to the first colonists and celebrated as a classic, period English garden. Before a VIP tour of the gardens, enjoy lunch served in the Rose Garden or on the Great Lawn!*
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Day 5: Homeward Bound (B) After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, relax on the road toward home. Compare photos, souvenirs and great memories with new friends.
SEPTEMBER 24-28, 2018 Ocean Front Hotel Wild Horses 4X4 Tour Wright Brothers National Museum Roanoke Island Manateo Beach Town Elizabethan Adventure Museum Relax on the Beach
Hit the Beach for a ride across the dunes!
4 nights hotel, 7 meals prices per person
$898 Triple $985 Double $1,265 Single depart return 7:00 am Mamaroneck 7:45 pm 8:00 am Yonkers 7:00 pm
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Graceland, Memphis and Chattanooga featuring the new graceland hotel
Grab your blue suede shoes for a journey to Graceland by way of Memphis and Chattanooga. Be one of the first to experience the new Graceland Hotel, just steps from the gates of Elvis Presley’s Graceland. From the bright lights of Beale Street, to two trains and a cruise, it’s a new twist to Southern hospitality not to be missed!
Day 1: Heading South (D)
Sit back, relax and head south to Wyethville, VA. Enjoy a welcome dinner at The Log House, including a glass of beer or wine to toast the start of your trip.
Day 2: A Guest of Elvis (B, D)
In the land of Elvis, arrive at the brand new Guest House at Graceland. Be one of the first to experience this grand, four star hotel, inspired by The King. Relax on the expansive lawn, enjoy live entertainment every night and much more. You’ll be All Shook Up with so many activities to choose from! Get a taste of Memphis with an authentic BBQ dinner tonight followed by a screening of a movie starring – who else – Elvis!
Day 3: Going to Graceland! (B, L)
Step through the gates at the one and only Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. One of the most popular attractions in the country, Graceland is the second most visited house in the U.S., second only to the White House! Take an unforgettable journey through rock ‘n’ roll’s most famous residence. Wander the mansion’s 23 rooms and special exhibits to see the personal side of Elvis, and how his revolutionary style and unique sound changed the the world. Tonight, explore famous Beale Street. A world unto itself, Beale Street is bursting with live jazz, blues, barbecue, galleries, restaurants and more.
Day 4: Delta Blues (B, D)
Get to know the city of Memphis on a guided tour, including the Mississippi River Front, Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum and more. This afternoon, visit legendary Sun Studios, where Elvis, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis recorded their biggest hits. Tonight, take a bite out of Memphis at King’s Palace Café, famous for Cajun cuisine, a bluesy vibe and live music.
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So long Memphis, hello Chattanooga. Arriving this afternoon, see a whole different kind of rock city at the top of Chattanooga’s Look Out Mountain. These epic rock formations create an enchanted city of caves high above the clouds. See seven states at once from Lovers Leap and feel the spray of Ruby Falls. Enjoy a buffet dinner at the pavilion restaurant atop the mountain before checking into the Holiday Inn Downtown, where you’ll rest for two nights.
Day 6: Chattanooga Choo Choo (B)
It’s a real life Chattanooga Choo Choo! All aboard for two of the most famous trains in the country. Start with the thrill of “America’s Most Amazing Mile,” where trolley-style railcars whisk you up the world’s steepest passenger railway. Come back down to earth with a visit to the town of St. Elmo, nestled beneath the mountain. Known for a country village feel, fun restaurants and unique stores, explore the town with plenty of time for lunch and shopping on your own. This afternoon, board the Tennessee Valley Railroad! The famous Mission Ridge train will cross four different bridges with stunning views and pass through the 1800’s Missionary Ridge, an historic arched tunnel! The night is yours OCTOBER 8-15, 2018 New Guest House at Graceland Hotel to relax at the hotel or have a night out in Full Day at Graceland Chattanooga! Memphis City Tour, Rock City & Ruby Falls, Authentic Southern BBQ Two Chattanooga Historic Train Rides Day 7: The Star of Knoxville (B, L, D) Knoxville Lunch Cruise Knoxville is a special corner of Tennessee, where no7 nights hotel, 14 meals body is a stranger. Cruise through the city aboard an prices per person authentic stern wheel riverboat with a hot buffet lunch in $1,555 Triple the ship’s dining room. $1,685 Double Celebrate with new friends during a farewell dinner, be$2,179 Single depart return fore resting at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Wyethville. 6:30 am Mamaroneck 7:15 pm Day 8: Homeward Bound (B) 7:30 am Yonkers 6:30 pm The open road is yours today to relax as you head home. Tour Director, Share favorite moments, compare souvenirs and start Taxes & Gratuities included. Travel Protection Additional 10% planning your next trip!
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Berkshire Bounty
Stockbridge, Lenox and the Red Lion Inn
At the peak of fall foliage, experience a bountiful escape featuring the best of the Berkshire Mountains. Travel across the picturesque vistas of Lennox and Stockbridge, as they burst with the colors of Autumn. Since the Gilded Age, the area has attracted visitors from far and wide with spectacular views, fields, forests, rolling hills and the splendid Cottages of the American Aristocracy. Day 1: High Tea, Tanglewood and a Lion’s Meal (T, D) Your Berkshire bounty begins in Lenox, MA, recently named the Best Northeastern Town in the US by USA Today. With your expert guide, tour Ventfort Hall, one of the last remaining Gilded Age Cottages. For a rare, once-in-a-lifetime experience, savor a Victorian-style afternoon tea in the Hall’s elegant dining room, recently renovated to its original glory. Eat to your heart’s content with finger sandwiches, cookies, cider and of course, hot tea! This afternoon, the landscape comes to you on a walking and driving tour through the Stockbridge-Lenox countryside. One of the many highlights will include a guided tour of Tanglewood, which dates back to the 1800’s and has become one of the most famous cultural venues in the world. Check into the prestigious Red Lion Inn, known as one of the premiere destinations in the Berkshires. Relax before joining your fellow travelers for a hearty, three-course dinner to finish your evening.
OCTOBER 17-18, 2018
Overnight at Prestigous Red Lion Inn High Tea and Tour at Ventfort Hall Tour of Berkshire Countryside Tour of Tanglewood Clark Museum Guided Tour Ioka Valley Farm Lenox, Stockbridge, Williamstown
1 night hotel, 3 meals prices per person
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depart return 8:00 am Yonkers 8:30 pm 8:45 am Mamaroneck 7:45 pm 9:30 am Goldens Bridge 7:00 pm
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Day 2: Gilded to Renaissance (B) Begin with breakfast at the hotel before heading to another Berkshires Jewel, the famous Clark Museum. Founded to unveil a private collection held by heirs of the Singer Sewing family, the Clark boasts exceptional pieces set against striking architecture. On a guided tour, see the Clark’s many highlights from the Renaissance through the early 20th Century including paintings from Degas, Renoir, Monet, Manet and even a Botticelli!
Spend the afternoon getting to know Williamstown, the northernmost town in the Berkshires and according to the New York Times, “one of the loveliest communities in New England.” Finish your bounty at Ioka Valley Farm, a family owned and operated working farm. All of fall’s signature flavors are your to choose, from maple sugar, pumpkin, apple and more. Find your taste of the Berkshires – and a yummy souvenir! www.TheUpperClass.net
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Celebrate in the “Sweetest Place on Earth”
Celebrate the Season in the “Sweetest Place on Earth,” Hershey, Pennsylvania! Your two-day, December get-away is chock full of holiday treats, including a presentation of Jesus at Sight & Sound Theater! Day 1: Christmas in Chocolate Town (D) Savor the tasty town of Hershey, PA, decorated for the season! On a guided driving tour, see the town decked for the holidays! Travel through decades of chocolate, from when it was invented all the way through today with samples along the way. See the town’s most beautiful and historic sites, finishing with an exclusive, spectacular view of the Sweetest Place on Earth from the top of Hershey Hill. Since we know you have more than just a sweet tooth, dinner will be a delicious affair at Fenicci’s, Hershey’s oldest restaurant. After dinner, the magic of the holidays comes to life with Sweet Lights, a driving tour sparkling with more than two million twinkling lights, festive decorations and more than two miles of lighted displays! Rest and relax for the night at The Hampton Inn and Suites, located in what used to be a candy factory!
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Day 2: Jesus and The Great America Chocolate Bar (B, L) Don’t just celebrate the holidays, celebrate everyone’s favorite treat: Chocolate! Go behind the scenes at the world famous Hersey Factory and see firsthand how chocolate is made. Join Hershey’s chocolate experts to learn the origins of chocolate and of course, experience the sweet, delicious art of chocolate tasting! Save room for lunch served family style at Hershey Farms, famous for classic Pennsylvania Dutch dishes and modern flavors.
NOVEMBER 28-29, 2018 Historic Driving Tour of Hershey, PA Jesus at Sight & Sound Theater Three-Course Dinner at Fenicci’s Sweet Lights Holiday Driving Tour Hershey World, Chocolate Tasting Family Style Lunch at Hershey Farm
1 night hotel, 3 meals prices per person
$369 Triple $379 Double $445 Single
The finale of your sweet, holiday get away is a fitting performance of Jesus, presented at the world famous Sight & Sound Theater. After the lights and sights of Christmas, feel the true spirit of the holiday with the story of the most famous person that ever walked the earth. This musical stage adventure takes you on a miraculous journey from the streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee to the everyday people whose lives he changed forever.
depart return 9:00 am Mamaroneck 10:15 pm 10:00 am Yonkers 9:30 pm
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Christmas in the Capital
National Cathedral, A Christmas Carol and the New Bible Museum
Celebrate with twinkling lights, dc’s newest museum and Christmas spirit in our nation’s capital! Day 1: Ghosts of Christmas Past (D) Begin with a glass of holiday cheer at a welcome reception before an elegant buffet dinner at the Elephant and Castle Restaurant. Meet the ghosts of Christmas past as Ebenezer Scrooge stars in the beloved play, A Christmas Carol held at the famous Ford Theater. After the show, relax at the Holiday Inn Roslyn - your home for the next two nights. Day 2: Deck the Halls! (B, D) Start your morning at the National Botanic Gardens, an indoor holiday, winter wonderland. Next, experience one of DC’s newest attractions, the Bible Museum, opened just last year. Be one of the first to witness the museum in its inaugural year! Providing an immersive and personal experience, the museum uses cutting-edge technology to bring the Bible to life. Span time, space and cultures and you step into the pages of the world’s most important book.
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Tonight, it’s a magical dinner and candlelight tour of Mt. Vernon, George Washington’s home. With character-guided tours, 18th century dancing and fireside caroling, celebrate a Founding Father’s Christmas!
Day 3: Hark the Herald! (B) Feel the true meaning of Christmas during Mass at the National Cathedral. Be moved by the Holy Communion and a small choir performance. Your DC Holiday finishes with shopping in Georgetown, known for its canopy of twinkling lights. Make your list, check it twice!
Date: DECEMBER 7-9, 2018 Price: $559 Triple, $579 Double, $699 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck 9:00 pm
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Two Nights Accommodations 2 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners Mass at National Cathedral, Ford’s Theater, National Botanic Garden, The Bible Museum, Mt. Vernon by Candlelight Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities
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