2022/2023 Tour Catalog

AMERICAN CLASSIC

2022/2023 TOUR COLLEC TION

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2 GENERATIONS, 34 YEARS, THOUSANDS OF TRAVELERS, COUNTLESS MEMORIES.

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American Classic Tours Founder & President Joe Conroy and his son JD Conroy

WE ARE FAMILY

The phrase “Family Business” means much more to us than the fact that we are a family-owned & operated business. American Classic Tours, more than anything else, is a Travel Family— a community of like-minded people who love adventure, love to learn, and love to have fun together. This genuine camaraderie and fellowship is a treasure that enhances every tour experience.

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ssic Difference

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Our all-inclusive tours provide a worry-free, well-paced experience that allows you to relax and immerse yourself in the beauty of your destination.

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PEACE OF MIND

Right from the start, you will have peace of mind when traveling with us.

Your tour begins with a free pick-up at your home followed by a personal airport curbside greeting from your tour director who will then escort you to our exclusive, private group check-in.

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HEART AND SOUL

We execute each tour with heart and soul. Our experienced tour directors will accompany you all along the way — from the very beginning of your tour to the final farewell. Personable and dependable, our tour directors are passionate about travel and are eager to guide you throughout our American landscape.

UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY

Not only do we include more in our tours, what we do include is of the highest quality. With over 30 years of experience, we feature only the best of the best on our tours. Our uncompromising commitment to the finer things in life results in memorable 5 star travel experiences.

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ART OF TRAVEL

A great tour is a work of art. Like a classic painting, a great tour features all of the elements to make it a masterpiece. Our creative tour designers hand-select each part of a tour to ensure a truly unique experience.

Integrating history, art, architecture, nature, cuisine and entertainment into an itinerary provides a holistic way to discover America.

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OUR STORY & OUR TEAM

We are family

“ This family owned business puts you 1st, from the moment they pick you up at your door to the return to your home. I love that you never have to think about tipping, because the company pays all of them, including drivers, luggage handlers, tour guides, wait staff, etc.

The local tour guides are full of local history, funny anecdotes, etc. We loved the summer beauty of the Canadian Rockies and were overwhelmed by the fall color on their Rocky Coast of Maine trip!”

1981

JOE DISCOVERS HIS PASSION

Joe attended the University of Notre Dame and graduated with a degree in American Studies. He enjoyed learning about the American Experience as reflected in its history, culture, architecture, art, music, flora and fauna. He was fascinated by America’s dramatic founding, its revolutionary ideals, system of government, and the historic figures who have put their imprint on our nation’s story.

JOE ENTERS THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY In 1981 Joe landed a job as a tour director. Leading tours throughout North America, Joe realized the best way to learn about the American Experience is through travel — to witness in-person places only described in history books. Travel makes history comes alive.

1988

AMERICAN CLASSIC TOURS IS FOUNDED Joe founded American Classic Tours to design, market and operate upscale, all-inclusive tours throughout America. The tours are infused with an historical perspective in relation to the broader American Experience. The first trip was in May of 1988 to Nashville, Tennessee with Minnie Pearl and Roy Acuff at the Grand Ole Opry!

1989

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F IRST HIRE AT AMERICAN CLASSIC, MARY PELC! After interviewing Mary for 10 minutes, Joe hired her on the spot!

With her outgoing personality and great sense of humor Mary was a perfect fit for American Classic Tours. For 30 years Mary has charmed thousands of travelers as a tour director. Mary also is head of our Reservations Department.

1991

JOE MARRIES SHEILA Joe married Sheila, the love of his life, in 1991. While Sheila was primarily focused on raising their four children, she has always been involved in operations at American Classic Tours and has been the supportive backbone to Joe and the team. Sheila has been working full-time at American Classic Tours since 2016.

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1993

JD IS BORN Joe and Sheila welcomed their first child, Joseph Conroy Jr, also known as JD. More on him later…

KIRSTEN JUNG JOINS THE TEAM Kirsten joined the team in 1993. Her strong work ethic coupled with her warm, easy going manner have won the admiration of travelers over the years. After being the lead tour director for 10+ years, Kirsten became the Director of Tour Operations at American Classic in 2005. Her expertise creates the best itineraries in the industry!

2001

SUZETTE HORYZA JOINS THE TEAM After partnering with American Classic for many years as a group leader, Suzette officially joined the American Classic Tours team in 2001. Suzette is a tour director and tour designer. A true “Renaissance Woman”, Suzette is blessed with many talents from designing scarves to painting landscapes to playing the ukulele on trips! Her compassion for others is her hallmark.

2004

JAIMIE CARLSON JOINS THE TEAM Coming from behind the “Cheddar Curtain”, Jaimie left her native Manitowoc, Wisconsin to join the team in 2004.

Jaimie is a tour director where she combines her efficient manner and engaging personality. Jaimie is also a tour designer whose attention to detail is unmatched!

2016

JD JOINS THE TEAM JD joined the team after graduating from the University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign with a degree in History. His energy and enthusiasm shine through as a tour director. As the head of marketing, his innovative ideas have resulted in American Classic Tours being available to a broader market.

2018

“ All attractions visited on our Nashville trip were wonderful! Suzette really knows how to make everyone feel welcome and is super efficient. Our bus driver Jeff couldn’t have been better. Worth every penny!!”

—Judy, November 2018

AMERICAN CLASSIC LAUNCHES TOUR TV Thousands of people have already tuned in to American Classic Tour TV. Episodes starring JD & Joe Conroy feature discussions on American history, art, architecture, geography, topography, culture and cuisine. Many episodes include an in-depth preview of our latest tour releases with premium offers & discounts. Tune in on YouTube, Facebook or our American Classic website — americanclassictours.com

2022

Join us!

OUR LARGEST COLLECTION OF TOURS EVER!

Our 2022 Collection of Tours features more destinations than ever before! Since 1988, thousands of people have joined our vibrant community of travelers to experience the most beautiful destinations in America. We hope you join us, too!

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THE AMERICAN CLASSIC EXPERIEN

Everything is Included FREE CHICAGOLAND HOME PICKUP & RETURN When you travel with American Classic Tours your journey will begin with a free professional pickup & return at your front door. Don't tip the driver—that's included as well! Outside of Chicago area? Please ask about our regional departure points.

CURBSIDE GREETING & PRIVATE GROUP AIRPORT CHECK-IN When you arrive at the airport, an American Classic representative will meet you curbside and lead you to your private group check in where you’ll meet your tour director and the rest of your group.

THE BEST TOUR DIRECTORS IN THE INDUSTRY From the beginning of the tour until you arrive back home, your American Classic Tour Director will be with you to make sure all the details of your tour are taken care of. Caring and compassionate yet responsible and dependable, an American Classic Tour Director is a special person who will go the extra mile to ensure a successful and memorable tour experience.

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AIRFARE

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Once you have checked in at the airport, you will make your way to the gate with your tour director and the rest of your group. Your airfare is included in your package. Luggage fee for your flight is included.

UPSCALE & EXPERIENTIAL LODGING Whether you’re staying at Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel, the Hotel Monteleone in the heart of New Orleans French Quarter or the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac in Quebec, our tours feature unforgettable hotel properties that are attractions in-and-of-themselves.

LUGGAGE HANDLING Leave the heavy lifting to the bell staff. When you arrive at our hotels, your luggage will be delivered to your room.

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NCE ATTRACTIONS From Presidential Libraries to National Parks to Broadway Theater, our tours feature premier attractions and entertainment. Our holistic approach to travel gives you a complete view of your destination as you learn about its history, culture, geography, flora & fauna, architecture, industry, agriculture and cuisine. All attractions and admissions are included in the price of the tour.

DELUXE MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION Leave the driving to us. Travel in the comfort of deluxe motorcoaches.

FINE-DINING Most meals are included in the tour and are fine dining experiences with choices of entrees to satisfy individual tastes.

PREMIER LOCAL GUIDES Along with your American Classic Tour Director, you’ll be joined by premier local guides on your journey. Whether you’re touring New York City or the Amish countryside, our articulate, intelligent, and informative local guides never fail to bring their hometowns to life.

TIPS

ALL TIPS INCLUDED Tips to your American Classic Tour Director & motorcoach operator are included in tour package. Rest assured, there’s no “passing the hat” for tips.

N O T F R O M T H E C H I C A G O L A N D A R E A? WE HAVE “L AND - ONLY” TOUR PACK AGES AVAIL ABLE!

American Classic Tours is based out of Chicago. Because many of our travelers are from the greater Chicagoland area, all our air tours begin at one of Chicago’s airports. If you are from out of state or country, you can join us via a “land-only” tour package. A “land-only” tour is the exact same as our “all-inclusive” tour except it does not include airfare, airline luggage and airport transportation. You will meet the tour director and the rest of the group at the destination. Please call 847.548.3333 for land-only pricing.

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UNRIVALED QUALITY & UNFORGET

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But don't take our word for it, see what our travelers have to say about their American Classic Tours Experience... is is a top of the line tour company. Although I’d Th had three previous tours of Washington DC, the American Classic Tour surpassed all the others, in the knowledge dispensed. Their employees go the extra mile to handle any difficulties that may arise during your travels. The accommodations and dining selections are always top notch; but my favorite service is their home door pick up and return, with all the tips included. We make a lot of travel friends with this group. So many repeat customers is a testimony to the excellent service of this company.

I have taken many tours with American Classic Tours and I highly recommend this company. As I write this I am on the Autumn in the Adirondacks tour. Every trip leader has been has been so caring and they really know the areas we go to and and take excellent care of us. Our tour guide is JD and he is excellent at what he does! I'm now working on what tours to schedule for next year.

— Jerri, October 2021

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— Margo, April 2019

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The Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer was one the best tours we have ever taken. The tour director was always ready to answer questions and help in any way possible. Taking a vacation without worrying about transportation, tipping, luggage handling, what to eat and where to eat (always the best place) made this a worry free tour. Just sit back, relax, enjoy and be pampered. What a way to travel!

— Barbara, September 2019

American Classic Tours is the best. Wouldn’t travel with anyone else.

— Marilyn, August 2019

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The Canadian Rockies Adventure far exceeded my expectations.

The care for details is always evident in your tours with wonderful accommodations & included gourmet meals.

The sights were spectacular and fun to enjoy by coach, boats, gondola, Snocoach and of course the famous Rocky Mountaineer. As a single traveler I’ve always felt safe and included by so many likeminded fun loving people. I’m looking forward to more adventures.

— Nancy, September 2019

TTABLE EXPERIENCES

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I would highly recommend traveling with American Classic. Traveling with JD and Sheila has been a wonderful experience.

They were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout our travels. I hope to travel with them in the future.

— Shirley, September 2021

We just returned from the Rose Parade tour. It was a great trip from getting picked up on December 28 to getting home. Friends of ours here in Sun City in Huntley, IL, had told us to expect nothing but the best ... and it was. Now we can look forward to our next trip.

— Curt, January 2019

— Jane, August 2021

— Andee, October 2019

We have done two trips with ACT — New Mexico and Crossing Lake Michigan with Blueberry Picking. Both of our Tour Managers were awesome. We stayed at the best hotels and were served awesome dinners. We really like that tips and extras are included.

— Helen, April 2020

American Classic Tours did an excellent job with our tour of Agawa Canyon in Canada and upper Michigan.

I have never met a more knowledgeable or professional tour guide. I highly recommend ACT for touring.

— Michael, September 2021

You will have a wonderful experience traveling with American Classic Tours. Great sight seeing, top notch accommodations, carefully planned trips to where ever your destination. You won’t go wrong planning your next trip with American Classic Tours.

— Beverly, August 2019

Countless 5 star reviews...

Just finished my trip to the Canadian Rockies. First time traveling with American Classic Tours. Everything was amazing.

— Patricia, October 2019

4.9/5 Average Facebook Review Rating

5/5 Average Google Review Rating

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This is a great tour company. I have been on five of their tours. It is amazing how they schedule fun activities and great places to visit. Their schedule falls into place like a perfect puzzle. Great teamwork from the people in the office and the tour guide. Highly recommend The Great Pacific Northwest tour.

I just finished my second tour with this company — this one to Maine with JD. I cannot say enough great things about the entire experience. Everything from start to finish was done beautifully. JD was an excellent guide, and he was always one step ahead making sure everything went smoothly. The only suggestion I can make is to the people reading this —book a tour with American Classic!

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2022

June 4 – 13 June 24 – July 1 July 11 – 18 July 18 – 22 Aug. 1 – 5 Aug. 13 – 21 Aug. 23 – 30 Sept. 4 – 12 Sept. 9 - 16 Sept. 10 – 19 Sept. 12 – 17 Sept. 14 – 17 Sept. 19 – 24 Sept. 20 – 24 Sept. 30 – Oct. 7 Oct. 3 – 5 Oct. 3 – 7 Oct. 3 – 8 Oct. 4 – 6 Oct. 5 – 7 Oct. 6 – 13 Oct. 6 – 14 Oct. 11 – 17 Oct. 14 – 19 Oct. 18 – 20 Oct. 23 – 31 Oct. 30 – Nov. 5 Nov. 7 – 12 Nov. 17 – 21 Nov. 28 – Dec. 2 Nov. 29 – Dec. 3 Dec. 4 – 10 Dec. 29 – Jan. 3

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Jan. 13 – 24 Jan. 22 – 30 Jan. 31 – Feb. 10 Feb. 5 – 13 Feb. 6–13 Feb. 19 – 24 Mar. 10 – 16 Mar. 13 – 22 Mar. 14 – 21 Mar. 17 – 22 Mar. 21 – 28 Apr. 13 – 18 Apr. 17 – 21 Apr. 20 – 28 Apr. 24 – 28 Apr. 26 – May 3 May 10 – 14 May 10 – 17 May 11 – 13 May 17 – 24 May 17 – 25 June 1 – 6 June 6 – 19

EUROPE AN RIVER CRUISES Colors of Provence Captivating Rhine Melodies of the Danube Christmas Markets on the Rhine OCE AN CRUISES British Isles Explorer Western Mediterranean Greek Odyssey

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Apr. 24 – May 7 July 24 – Aug. 7 Sept. 13 – 26 Nov. 30 – Dec. 11

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Aug. 5 – 21 Aug. 11 – 26 Nov. 2 – 14

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TR AVE L AMERICA Canadian Rockiesê Rockies to Red Rocksê Nova Scotia Niagara Falls & Toronto Michigan Shores Pacific Northwest Yellowstone, Tetons & Glacierê Southwest National Parksê Yellowstone, Tetons & Glacierê Canadian Rockiesê Cape Codê Oktoberfest In Frankenmuth Cape Codê Agawa Canyon Train Excursion Rockies to Red Rocksê Door County New Mexico Balloons Black Hills & Badlands Wisconsin Cranberry Door County Adirondacks Southwest National Parksê Rocky Coast of Maine Montreal & Quebec French Lick Columbia River Cruise Sedona & Grand Canyon Smoky Mountain Christmas Branson Christmas Nashville Christmas San Antonio Christmas Newport, Boston & NYC Christmas Rose Parade & Los Angeles

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TR AVE L AMERICA Classic Caribbean Cruise Desert Oasisê Hawaii Desert Oasisê Florida Keys & Miami St. Augustine Texas Mississippi River Cruise Savannah & Charlestonê Nashville to Memphis Savannah & Charlestonê Washington DC New Orleans California Coast The Biltmore Estate American Heritage New York City Theatre California National Parksê Holland Tulip Festival California National Parksê Enchanting New Mexico Mackinac Island Alaska

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CANADIAN ROCKIES

June 4 – 13, 2022 ê September 10 – 19, 2022 Alberta Jasper Columbia Icefield Lake Louise

British Columbia

Banff

Kamloops

Calgary

Vancouver Victoria

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YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Calgary. Arrive at Fairmont Palliser Hotel for a 1-night stay. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is an historical landmark offering elegant accommodations. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Journey into Banff National Park. See Banff’s unique Hoodoo Rock formations, Surprise Corner, and Tunnel Mountain Drive. Climb to the top of Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola. Savor 360-degree views of Banff’s beautiful mountains.

Arrive at the Banff Moose Hotel for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 3

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Ì Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf Service Ì Gondola Ride atop Sulphur Mountain

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Breakfast. Full day of sightseeing traveling along the Bow Valley Parkway to Johnston Canyon. Enjoy lunch at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. See Moraine Lake and the Valley of The Ten Peaks, Victoria Glacier, Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake and Takakkaw Falls. Arrive back into Banff in the late fternoon.

Ì Banff National Park

DAY 4 Breakfast. Ride atop glaciers aboard an Ice Explorer as you tour the Columbian

Ì Gourmet Lunch

Icefields. Lunch included at the Icefields Parkway. See Bow Lake and Athabasca Falls. Arrive at the Fairmont Jasper Park for a 2-night stay.

at Fairmont Lake Louise Ì Moraine Lake Ì Columbian Icefield Tour Ì Ice Explorer Ride Atop Glaciers Ì Jasper National Park Ì Athabasca Falls Ì Maligne Canyon Ì Yoho National Park Ì Cascade Mountains Ì Fairmont Palliser Calgary Ì Victoria Glacier Ì Guided Tour of Vancouver Ì Butchart Gardens Victoria Ì Fairmont Jasper Park

DAY 5

Breakfast. See Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon, and Athabasca viewpoint as you explore Jasper National Park. Dinner.

DAY 6 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops with Gold Leaf Service.

Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks, over mountains and through tunnels. See the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon and Rogers Pass. Overnight in Kamloops.

DAY 7 Journey to Vancouver aboard Rocky Mountaineer with Gold Leaf Service. See

dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Arrive at the Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver for 3-night stay.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Enjoy a guided tour of Vancouver. See Chinatown, Stanley Park, Vancouver Lookout, and Granville Island. Dinner.

DAY 9 Breakfast. Ferry from Vancouver to Schwartz Bay. Explore beautiful Butchart

Gardens. This 55-acre garden is home to 900 bedding plant varieties and 26 greenhouses.

Lunch at Butchart Gardens. Explore downtown Victoria.

DAY 10 Breakfast. Flight home.

ROCK Y MOUNTAIN GOLD LEAF SERVICE

Gourmet Food crafted by Signature Chefs

Complimentary Wine & Cheese

Exclusive Outdoor Viewing Platform

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PRICES $7.798 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $561.46 to Add Travel Insurance $9,798 Single Occupancy Ì + $705.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person TOUR: 10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS

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ll aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train for the experience of a lifetime on the ‘most spectacular train trip in the world!” Experience Rocky Mountaineer’s Gold Leaf Service featuring the Bi-level Glass Dome Coach for

panoramic viewing, gourmet breakfasts and lunches created by Executive Chefs, morning scones and afternoon wine & cheese, and exclusive outdoor viewing platform revealing a non-stop parade of glorious living postcards!

19 MEALS: 9 BREAKFASTS, 5 LUNCHES, 5 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED

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NOVA SCOTIA July 11 – 18, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

New Brunswick ME

Baddeck

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Halifax & Citadel Hill.

Nova Scotia

Digby

Halifax Peggys Cove

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Flight to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Arrive at Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, for a 2 night stay. Dinner at hotel.

Ì Annapolis Valley Ì French Acadia Ì Evangeline Trail

Ì Port Royal Habitation Ì Fort Anne Ì Grand Pre National Historic Park Ì Cape Breton Island Ì Cabot Trail Ì Lunch at the Keltic Lodge Ì Alexander Graham Bell Museum Ì Guided Tour of Halifax Ì Bay of Fundy Whale Watching Ì Peggy’s Cove & Lighthouse Ì Gaelic College Ì Digby Ì Bras d’Or Lake Ì Citadel Hill Ì Trinity Anglican Church A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

Afternoon guided tour of Peggy’s Cove with its world-famous lighthouse anchored in the rocky coastline. Dinner in Halifax.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Pass through French Acadia settlements, fishing

centers, rich orchards & farmlands. Guided tour of the Grand Pre National Historic Park, setting of Longfellow’s poem, Evangeline.

Free time for lunch in Annapolis Royal. Visit Fort Anne, a National Historic Site built upon the central area of conflict between the English & French for control of North America. Visit Port Royal Habitation, a reconstruction of one of the oldest settlements in North America. Lodging for 2 nights at Digby Pines Resort.

Special dinner at hotel featuring world famous “Digby Scallops & Fisherman” talk. Enjoy delicacies from the sea as you discover the interesting Scallop 101 talk from a local fisherman.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided tour of the Bay of Fundy with box lunch.

Highlights: Point Prim Lighthouse on the Bay of Fundy Shore with excellent views of the Bay of Fundy & Digby Gut. Listen to stories of shipwrecks, and discover bay marine life, the culture of the Mi’kmaq indigenous people of the region, coastal lighthouses & the bay tides. Visit Trinity Anglican Church National Historic Site & hear the story of survival of American Revolutionary War refugees. Tour Maud Lewis Memorial Site, a tribute to the local folk artist famous for her colorful artwork — 2 of her paintings hang in the White House. Also visit Little River, a quaint fishing village and Sandy Cove Beach. Exciting afternoon Whale Watching cruise! Dinner at hotel.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Discover Longfellow’s Land of Evangeline on the Evangeline Trail. Travel

to Cape Breton Island where Scottish, Acadian, Irish & English traditions blend. Visit

SCENIC DRIVE ALONG THE CABOT TRAIL

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njoy wonderful, sweeping views of the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean as you drive the dramatic

cliffs of Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island. The Cabot Trail is home to the best coastal scenery on North America’s Atlantic Coast.

“ Our Nova Scotia tour with American Classic Tours has been a wonderful travel experience, and we are looking forward to traveling with them again in 2020! Our tour director, JD, could not have been more accommodating to our individual and group needs. See you next year!”

— Helen, July 2019

July 11 – 18, 2022

PRICES Gaelic College to learn of the history of the Scottish Kilt & traditional Cape Breton music demonstration. Lodging at historic Inverary Inn, Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia for 2 nights. This charming inn is located on the shores of beautiful Bras d’Or Lake. Dinner at the Inverary Inn.

$3,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $287.86 to Add Travel Insurance $4,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $331.06 to Add Travel Insurance

DAY 6 Breakfast. Full day guided tour of the breathtaking Cabot Trail on the northern

DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person

part of Cape Breton Island. View the dramatic coastline where the mountains meet the sea.

Lunch included at Keltic Lodge. Dinner at the Inn.

TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS

DAY 7 Breakfast. Explore the Alexander Graham Bell Museum. Scenic travel to Halifax.

15 MEALS: 7 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCHES, 7 DINNERS

Arrive at the DoubleTree Halifax Dartmouth, 1 night. Dinner.

DAY 8 Flight home.

PASSPORT REQUIRED

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NIAGARA FALLS & TORONTO July 18 – 22, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist Cruise Ì Journey Behind the Falls Ì Niagara Falls Night Illumination Ì Guided Tour of Niagara Falls Ì Niagara Gardens & World’s

Largest Floral Clock Ì Victorian Niagara-on-the-Lake Ì Fort George Ì Shaw Theater Festival Ì Guided Tour of Toronto

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Ì Lake Ontario Cruise

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NIAGARA FALLS & TORONTO July 18 – 22, 2022

PRICES $2,798 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì +$201.46 to Add Travel Insurance $3,298 Single Occupancy Ì +$237.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $900 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 4/9/2022 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 7 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 3 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Buffalo, NY. Cross the border into Canada and travel to Toronto. Arrive at the Marriott Eaton Centre in downtown Toronto for a 2-night stay. Dinner in Toronto.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Canada’s largest city — Toronto. Free time at the Harbourfront Centre at Queen’s Quay. Narrated harbor cruise of Lake Ontario. Dinner atop the CN Tower, world’s tallest free-standing structure with time to visit the observatory.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Scenic travel through Canada to Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, known as ‘the prettiest little town in Canada’ with free time for lunch & shopping on Victorian Main Street. Tour of Ft. George National Historic Site (1797). Arrive at the Pillar and Post Hotel located in Niagara on the Lake for a 2-night stay. This 5 star hotel in a 19th century building boasts a rich history and features all the modern comforts. Royal George Theater Shaw Festival performance TBA. DAY 4

Breakfast. Maid of the Mist Cruise of Niagara Falls. Journey Behind the Falls in tunnels behind & in front of Horseshoe Falls. Free time to explore the Table Rock area at the falls. Guided tour of Niagara Falls, Niagara Gardens, world’s largest floral clock and whirlpool. Dinner. Niagara Falls night illumination.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Free morning in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Flight from Buffalo, NY to home.

MICHIGAN SHORES August 1 – 5, 2022

PRICES $1,898 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $136.65 to Add Travel Insurance $2,279 Single Occupancy Ì + $164.08 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 4/25/22 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 12 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 4 LUNCHES, 4 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì SS Badger Ferry Across Lake Michigan Ì Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Ì Traverse City Ì Petoskey Ì Bay View Ì Charlevoix Ì Castle Farms Ì Mushroom Houses Ì Frederik Meijer Gardens Ì Gerald Ford Presidential Museum Ì DeGrandchamps Blueberry Farm

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch at Lighthouse Inn overlooking Lake Michigan, Two Rivers, WI. Board S.S. Badger Car Ferry for a 4-hour cruise across Lake Michigan from Manitowoc, WI to Ludington, MI. The 410 ft. long ship features amenities on board. Dinner in Ludington, Michigan. Arrive at Comfort Inn, Ludington, MI for a 1-night stay.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with spectacular views of Lake Michigan from atop the gigantic dunes. Free time in Traverse City.

Arrive at Stafford’s Perry Hotel, Petoskey, MI for a 2-night stay. Built in 1899, this charming hotel is located in Petoskey’s historic Gaslight District. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour highlighting the unique history of Bay View, MI. Visit

Castle Farms, Charlevoix. Tour the Castle, stroll the European-designed gardens, and explore extensive collections including WWI artifacts. Enjoy the outdoor Model Railroad with more than 50 G-scale trains operating on 2,500 feet of track. Lunch at Castle Farms.

Guided tour to see Earl Young’s “Mushroom Houses.” Discover the fascinating architecture and intriguing history of these quaint little homes. Free time to shop in Petoskey’s Historic Gaslight District and enjoy hotel amenities. Dinner at charming Bay View Inn. DAY 4 Breakfast. Narrated tram tour of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park,

Grand Rapids. Lunch at Taste of Gardens Café. Visit Gerald Ford Presidential Museum.

Arrive at Drury Inn, Grand Rapids for a 1-night stay with complimentary cocktail hour. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Pick a pail full of blueberries

at DeGrandchamps Blueberry Farm in South Haven. Refresh on the Saugatuck Dune Buggy Rides to discover the dunes along the vast Lake Michigan shoreline. Lunch and free time in Saugatuck. Purchase fresh Michigan produce at a farm market.

Ì Saugatuck Dune Buggy Ride

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PACIFIC NORTHWEST August 13 – 21, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY

Seattle

WA

Portland

OR

Oregon Dunes

DAY 1

Flight to Seattle-Tacoma Airport.

Arrive at the Crowne Plaza in downtown Seattle for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

MT ID

WY

Ì Chihuly Garden & Glass

Explore famous Pike Place Market. See the dramatic Seattle skyline as we travel to the top of Seattle’s Space Needle. Marvel at the beauty of Chihuly’s world-famous blown glass as we visit Chihuly’s Garden and Glass in downtown Seattle. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Blue Acre Seafood Restaurant in downtown Seattle.

Ì Guided Tour of Seattle

DAY 3 Breakfast. See lush pine forests as

Redwood National Park

CA

NV

Sonoma Wine Country San Francisco UT

CO

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DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Seattle.

Ì Space Needle

Ì Pike Place Market Ì Puget Sound Ì Mount St. Helens Ì Columbia River Gorge Ì Multnomah Falls Ì Guided Tour of Portland Ì Portland Rose Garden Ì Oregon Dunes Ì Rogue River Cruise Ì Coastal Redwoods Ì Pacific Coast Scenic Travel Ì Sonoma Valley Winery Tour Ì Golden Gate Bridge Ì Guided Tour of San Francisco

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we travel through the Evergreen State of Washington. Discover Mt. St. Helens from Johnston Ridge Observatory to view the stunning results of the 1980 eruption. Arrive at the Marriott Hotel Portland, Oregon for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided tour of the

Columbia River Gorge with cascading waterfalls, dramatic basaltic cliffs, dense forests, the Columbia River & Cascade Mountains. Guided tour of Portland including its famous Rose Garden.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Discover the Oregon

“ Our travels with JD on the Pacific North West tour was a trip of a lifetime, and we highly recommend it!”

Coast via Highway 101 along the Pacific

— Kathy, August 2019

Ocean. Enjoy views of sea lions, rock cliffs, the blue Pacific, Newport’s old harbor and picture stops along the way. Explore the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on a dune buggy tour. Arrive at the Mill Casino Hotel in North Bend, OR for a 1-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Embark on a jet boat tour & see the wonders of

the Rogue River. Take the Newton B Drury Scenic Highway to see the Big Tree in the Redwoods National Forest home to the world’s tallest trees with stop at the Visitors Center. Arrive at Bear River Casino Resort located in Loleta CA for a 1-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Travel along the world-famous Avenue of the

Giants of colossal redwoods. See Founders Grove in Humboldt State Park. Tour and wine tasting at Jacuzzi Winery in Sonoma Valley wine country. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge. Arrive at San Francisco’s Marriott Union Square for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Guided tour of San Francisco featuring

downtown, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Nob Hill, Lombard Street, Seal Rocks and more. Blue & Gold Fleet Cruise of San Francisco Bay. DAY 9 Breakfast. Flight home.

August 13 – 21, 2022

PRICES $4,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $338.26 to Add Travel Insurance $5,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $403.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 5/1/22 TOUR: 9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS 14 MEALS: 8 BREAKFASTS, 6 DINNERS

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CAPE COD

September 12 – 17 ê September 19 – 24, 2022 YOUR ITINERARY Boston

Provincetown

Massachusetts Cape Cod Hyannis

CT

RI Martha’s Vineyard

Nantucket

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Ì Guided Tour of Martha’s Vineyard Ì Oak Bluffs Gingerbread Homes Ì Cape Cod National Seashore Ì Provincetown Ì Dune Buggy Excursion on the Cape Ì Guided Tour of Cape Cod Ì Guided Tour of Nantucket Ì Lobster Dinner in Hyannis Ì Guided Tour of Boston Ì Old North Church & Freedom Trail Ì Guided Tour of Lexington & Concord Ì John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum

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DAY 1

Flight to Boston, MA. Visit the colonial village of Plymouth with sweeping views of the bay. View Plymouth Rock. Arrive on beautiful Cape Cod and visit the John F. Kennedy Memorial. Arrive at Holiday Inn Hyannis for a 3-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Ferry to island of Martha’s Vineyard. Guided tour: Vineyard Haven, Edgartown and Oak Bluffs with its brightly painted gingerbread cottages. Gay Head Lighthouse & ocean bluffs. Free time on the island. Return to Cape Cod. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Day-long guided tour of Cape Cod: charming villages, Cape Cod

National Seashore, Eastham Windmill and Cape Cod Lighthouse. Approach land’s end at Provincetown where sand dunes & ocean surround. Dune Tour Excursion Ride along the shoreline of protected lands. Free time in the artists/fishermen village of Provincetown.

Lobster dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Ferry across Nantucket

Sound to Nantucket Island passing Kennedy Compound in Hyannisport.

Guided tour of Nantucket — one time whaling capital of the world with historic sea captain homes. Dinner at historic Daniel Webster Inn on the Cape. Arrive at Boston’s Marriott Quincy for a 2-night stay.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided tour along the

Freedom Trail in Boston including the

FEATURING AMERICA’S FAVORITE ISLAND ESCAPES MARTHA’S VINEYARD: Defined by its idyllic summer weather and picturesque coastlines, Martha’s Vineyard has been a favorite seasonal escape for northeasterners for decades.

Take in its fairy-tale gingerbread cottage neighborhood, upscale shops, and its beautiful sandy beaches.

NANTUCKET: With the highest concentration of pre-Civil War homes in the country, Nantucket is known for its sophisticated elegance and its wellpreserved, historical charm. Explore the island’s swanky retail shops, high-end restaurants, and gorgeous sand dune-spotted coastline.

Old North Church, Beacon Hill, Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway & more.

Free time at historic Quincy Market.

Guided tour of Lexington & Concord.

Dinner at Chart House Restaurant.

DAY 6

Breakfast. Visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. Flight home.

ê September 12 – 17, 2022 ê September 19 – 24, 2022

PRICES $2,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $215.86 to Add Travel Insurance $3,498 Single Occupancy Ì + $251.86 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 6/1/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 5 DINNERS P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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YELLOWSTONE, GRAND TETONS & GLACIER August 23 – 30 ê September 9 – 16, 2022 YOUR ITINERARY Glacier National Park

Montana

Washington

Gates of the Mountains

Oregon

Helena

Idaho

Yellowstone National Park Grand Teton National Park Jackson

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Ì Grand Teton National Park Ì Yellowstone National Park Ì Glacier National Park Ì Jackson Hole Ì National Museum of Wildlife Art Ì Snake River Float Trip Ì Rendezvous Mountain Aerial Tram Ì Old Faithful Ì Mammoth Hot Springs Ì Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Ì Tower Falls Ì IMAX Yellowstone Ì Gates of the Mountains Cruise Ì “Going to the Sun Road”

DAY 1 Flight to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art. Arrive at the Best Western Jackson Hole for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Take an unforgettable ten-mile Snake River Float Trip that showcases the ageless beauty of the Grand Tetons.

Get a bird’s eye view of Grand Teton National Park as you travel 2 ½ miles up Rendezvous Mountain aboard a scenic aerial tramway.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Travel to Yellowstone National Park in

Wyoming by driving through Grand Teton National Park. View rugged, snow-capped mountains & landscape sculpted with canyons, cirques, craggy peaks, clear alpine lakes, and winding rivers. Picture stops en route. Visit the famous geyser — Old Faithful. For over 100 years Old Faithful has not missed a performance since the eruptions were first recorded. Dinner at the Old Faithful Lodge.

Lodging in Yellowstone area for a 2-night stay.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Full day guided tour of Yellowstone National Park. Tour highlights include: Artist Point overlooking the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Tower Falls, Mammoth Hot Springs, Golden Gate & the Norris Geyser Basins. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Experience the breathtaking video experience

“Yellowstone” in an IMAX Theater. Enjoy scenic travel to Helena, Montana. Arrive at the Best Western Helena for a 1-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Enjoy at 12-mile Missouri River Cruise of the Gates of the Mountains.

The cruise explores the deep gorge in Helena National Forest discovered & named by Lewis & Clark. Incredible views of cliffs, canyons, wildlife & wilderness will enthrall you. Arrive at lodging near Glacier National Park. Glacier is comprised of over a million acres, this

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ê August 23 - 30, 2022 ê September 9 - 16, 2022

PRICES $4,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $338.26 to Add Travel Insurance $5,798 Single Occupancy Ì + $417.46 to Add Travel Insurance

spectacular national treasure contains 50 glaciers over 200 lakes, magnificent forests, and over 50 species of wildlife. Dinner at lodge.

DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person

DAY 7 Breakfast. Full day guided tour of Glacier National Park. Discover this living

FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 5/7/22

textbook in geology abounding in amazing natural delights. On the tour, take one of the most magnificent drives in the world along “Going to the Sun Road.” Box lunch provided during the full day tour. Dinner.

TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS

DAY 8 Breakfast. Flight home.

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SOUTHWEST NATIONAL PARKS September 4 – 12 ê October 6 – 14, 2022 YOUR ITINERARY

Salt Lake City

Nevada

Utah Canyonlands Zion

Las Vegas

California

Arches National Park

Bryce Canyon

WY

Lake Powell Monument Grand Canyon Valley North Rim NM

AZ

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Ì Guided Tour of Salt Lake City Ì Mormon Temple Square Ì Utah State Capitol Building Ì Arches National Park Ì Dead Horse State Park Ì Canyonlands National Park Ì Monument Valley & Navajo Nation Ì Lake Powell Cruise Ì Lake Powell Resort Ì Glen Canyon Dam Ì Navajo Bridge & Vermilion Cliffs Ì Grand Canyon National Park Ì Bryce Canyon National Park Ì Zion National Park Ì Las Vegas

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DAY 1 Flight to Salt Lake City. Check into local Salt Lake City hotel for a 1-night stay. Take a guided tour of Mormon Temple Square. Dinner at Roof Restaurant overlooking Salt Lake City.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Salt Lake City featuring downtown, Utah State Capitol, University of Utah, Fort Douglas & “This is the Place” State Park. Arrive at the Red Cliffs Lodge, Moab, Utah for a 2-night stay. The Red Cliffs Lodge is situated perfectly amidst the classic, rugged Western landscape worthy of Hollywood, and was in fact the site of numerous films, including Rio Grande with John Wayne. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Arches National Park with lunch included. Afternoon tour of Dead Horse State Park & Canyonlands National Park. Dinner at lodge.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Monument Valley in Navajo Nation to view iconic landforms like The Mitten. Arrive at Lake Powell Resort in Page, Arizona for a 1-night stay. Dinner at the resort overlooking the sunset at Lake Powell.

DAY 5 Breakfast Cruise on Lake Powell. Visit Glen Canyon Dam,

a modern engineering marvel. Cross the picturesque Navajo Bridge and travel along Vermilion Cliffs National Monument en route to Grand Canyon National Park. Arrive at Grand Canyon Lodge which sits on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim for a 1-night stay with dinner at the lodge.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Guided tour of Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its Natural Amphitheaters of Hoodoos — a unique sandstone spire rock formation. Our tour of Bryce Canyon will feature Fairyland, Bryce Point, Sunset Point, Sunrise Point & Natural Bridge.

Arrive at lodging in the Bryce Canyon area for a 1-night stay. Dinner.

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his itinerary features unforgettable lodging experiences. Enjoy marvelous scenery at the Red Cliffs Lodge. Take delight in views of Lake Powell’s bright blue waters at the Lake Powell Resort. Stay on the Grand Canyon at the North Rim Lodge. Indulge in the opulence of Las Vegas’s Bellagio Resort and Casino.

ê September 4 – 12, 2022 ê October 6 – 14, 2022

PRICES $4,598 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $331.06 to Add Travel Insurance $5,398 Single Occupancy Ì + $388.65 to Add Travel Insurance DAY 7 Breakfast. Guided tour of Zion National Park and Zion Visitor Center & Museum, Virgin River & Weeping Rock. Arrive at Hampton Inn Zion. Dinner.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Travel to Las Vegas, arrive at Bellagio Hotel, for a 1-night stay. Free

afternoon & evening in Las Vegas.

DAY 9 Breakfast. Flight home.

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BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS October 3 – 8, 2022 Wyoming

South Dakota Spearfish Canyon

Deadwood

Rapid City

Mt. Rushmore Custer State Park

Badlands National Park

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Ì Mount Rushmore Ì The Black Hills

Ì Badlands National Park Ì Spearfish Canyon Ì 1880’s Train Ride Ì Deadwood’s 1890s Main Street Ì Custer State Park Game Lodge Ì Wall Drug Ì Buffalo Jeep Safari Ì Crazy Horse Memorial Ì Needles Highway Ì Sylvan Lake Ì Iron Mountain Ì Keystone Ì Bluebell Canyon Ì Cowboy Cookout & Entertainment

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YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Rapid City, South Dakota. Guided tour of Deadwood. Hear about the Ft. Laramie Treaty of 1868, Custer’s Expedition to the Black Hills that started the Gold Rush of 1874, Jack McCall, Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Potato Creek Johnny. Gaze down at Deadwood Gulch while enjoying the breeze and the essence of ponderosa pines from the Mt. Moriah lookout, a 300-foot cliff. Check in to the Holiday Inn Express, Deadwood for 1-night.

Dinner in Deadwood. Free evening in Deadwood. Plenty of excitement can be found along Deadwood’s 1890s Main Street with shops, casinos, saloons, restaurants & emporiums.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Travel scenic Byway

14A to Spearfish Canyon where some scenes of the movie Dances With Wolves were filmed. View Bridal Veil Falls, Little Spearfish Falls, & Roughlock Falls. Arrive in Hill City with free time for lunch & shopping. Board the 1880s Train. Travel to Custer State Park and check in to the State Park Game Lodge for a 4-night stay.

This historic lodge served as a summer White House for Presidents Coolidge & Eisenhower. Dinner at the lodge.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Travel to Wall, SD, to

visit Wall Drug Store, the world’s largest drug store opened in 1931 with free time for lunch & shopping. Visit the Ben Reifel Visitor Center at Badlands National Park. Scenic drive through the Badlands National Park where wind & water erosion have carved an eerie world of deep gorges, saw-edged spires and grassy topped buttes — creating a fabulous painted landscape. Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Buffalo Jeep Ride into the back country of Custer State Park to observe

the largest buffalo herd in North America. Keep your eyes open for bighorn sheep, mountain goats, antelope, deer, elk and turkey. Visit the Crazy Horse Memorial. Dinner at the lodge.

Mount Rushmore Evening Illumination.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit Mount Rushmore. Black Hills guided tour: Iron Mountain,

Needles Highway, Keystone, Sylvan Lake. Old fashioned hayride to Mountain Meadow Blue Bell Canyon for Chuckwagon Dinner & musical entertainment.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Flight home.

BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS PRICES $2,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $215.86 to Add Travel Insurance $3,398 Single Occupancy Ì + $244.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 6/15/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 5 DINNERS

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OKTOBERFEST IN FRANKENMUTH September 14 – 17, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì German Dinner at Bavarian Inn Ì Guided Tour of Frankenmuth Ì Historic St. Lorenz Church Ì Strudel Making & Tasting Demo Ì German Wine Tasting Ì Scenic Cruise on the Cass River Ì Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland Ì Frankenmuth’s Annual Oktoberfest Ì Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village Ì Tour Michigan State Capitol

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Ì Potter Park Zoo Ì Lunch at Charming English Inn

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OKTOBERFEST IN FRANKENMUTH September 14 – 17, 2022

PRICES $1,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $93.46 to Add Travel Insurance $1,498 Single Occupancy Ì + $107.86 to Add Travel Insurance

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Kalamazoo. Willkommen to Frankenmuth, MI! Founded in 1845 by a group of German-Lutheran missionaries, Frankenmuth is a thriving community that takes pride in preserving its German heritage. As you pass through the village, notice well-tended flowers, lush greenery, authentic Bavarian architecture, giving it the name, “Michigan’s Little Bavaria.” Arrive at the Bavarian Lodge for a 2-night stay. The lodge is nestled on the banks of the beautiful Cass River. German Dinner with all the trimmings at the Bavarian Inn with German entertainment.

DAY 2 Breakfast. A local guide in Bavarian costume showcases Frankenmuth. Learn the art of strudel making at the Bavarian Inn & discover German wines at the wine tasting. Lunch at the Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Scenic cruise on the Bavarian Belle along the Cass River. Visit Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store, with 5 acres under one roof! Time for Frankenmuth’s annual Oktoberfest! Celebrate with German food, German dancing, listen to the live band playing German music & of course, plenty of beer.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Discover the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village with hundreds

of thousands of artifacts that tell a tale about America’s passion for innovation. See vast collections of everything from transportation to household furnishings. Special exhibits feature: the rocking chair Lincoln was seated in on that fateful night at Ford’s Theater, Wright Flyer Replica, George Washington’s Camp Bed, the limousine President Kennedy rode in when assassinated in Dallas and much more. Arrive at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Lansing, Michigan. Dinner & musical entertainment at the hotel.

DEPOSIT: $500 Per Person

DAY 4 Breakfast. Tour the

FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 6/1/22

Michigan State Capitol Building.

Visit Potter Park Zoo with wildlife presentation. Lunch at English Inn enroute home.

TOUR: 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS 9 MEALS: 3 BREAKFASTS, 3 LUNCHES, 3 DINNERS

WISCONSIN CRANBERRY October 4 – 6, 2022

PRICES $998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $71.86 to Add Travel Insurance $1,198 Single Occupancy

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Wisconsin Dells. Guided tour at International Crane Foundation, Baraboo, WI, for a guided tour of this aviary sanctuary. ICF maintains a captive crane population for breeding & reintroduction to the wild & works worldwide to conserve cranes & the wetlands, grasslands, and other ecosystems on which they depend. You will see 15 different species of cranes. Arrive at Hampton Inn, Tomah, WI for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

Ì Guided Tour of International

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of a privately-owned cranberry operation and view the cranberries being harvested in Warrens, WI (cranberries available for purchase). Visit the Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center, a museum which highlights the history of cranberry farming in Wisconsin. Cranberry gift items available for purchase in the shop. Enjoy a cranberry ice cream & coffee here. Guided tour of Amish countryside Cashton, WI with shopping. Dinner.

Crane Foundation Ì Guided Tour of a Cranberry Farm Ì Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center Ì Wisconsin Amish Countryside Ì Humbird Cheese Barn Ì La Crosse Queen Mississippi River Cruise

DAY 3 Breakfast. Stop at Humbird Cheese Barn to purchase Wisconsin cheese.

La Crosse Queen narrated luncheon fall foliage cruise along the bluffs of the Mississippi River, La Crosse.

Ì + $86.26 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $350 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/2/22 TOUR: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 6 MEALS: 2 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 2 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

WISCONSIN CRANBERRY

TO COURTE SY OF NA SHVILLE CONVE NTION & VISITORS CORP.

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AGAWA CANYON TRAIN EXCURSION September 20 – 24, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì Mackinac Island

Ì Grand Hotel Luncheon Ì Mackinac Island Horse Drawn

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YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Saugatuck, MI. Scenic travel through the vibrant fall foliage of Michigan.

Dinner in Mackinaw City. Arrive at the Holiday Inn Express, Mackinaw City.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Discover the “Bermuda of the North”— Mackinac Island. Board

Shepler’s Ferry & arrive at the island. Free time for shopping, sightseeing & famous Mackinac Island fudge! Grand Luncheon Buffet at the Grand Hotel. View legendary points of interest on a Mackinac Island Horse Drawn Carriage Tour including Surrey Hills, Arch Rock, Fort Mackinac & the Grand Hotel. Return to the mainland via ferry & arrive at the Holiday Inn Express, Sault Ste. Marie, MI for a 2-night stay. Dinner in Sault Ste. Marie.

DAY 3 Cross the border into Canada at Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. View beautiful fall

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foliage aboard the Algoma Central Railway for a day-long Agawa Canyon Train Excursion with box breakfast & box lunch. Enjoy a 2-hour stop at scenic Agawa Canyon. Dinner in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada.

PRICES

DAY 4 Breakfast. Visit the Soo Locks Visitor Center to discover the marvels of the Soo

September 20 – 24, 2022

Ì + $165.46 to Add Travel Insurance

Locks & Dam System. Soo Locks Boat Cruise: enjoy an exciting and educational narrated lunch cruise on the historic waterway of the St. Mary’s River & view the twin border cities of Sault Ste Marie, Canada & Sault Ste Marie, Michigan. Experience locking through the Soo Locks alongside giant freighters. Dinner at Harrington’s By the Bay in Traverse City.

Lodging in Traverse City, MI.

DEPOSIT: $650 Per Person

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided

$1,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $143.86 to Add Travel Insurance $2,298 Single Occupancy

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tour of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with spectacular views of Lake Michigan from atop the gigantic dunes. Lunch in Ludington, MI.

DOOR COUNTY ê October 3 – 5, 2022 ê October 5 – 7, 2022

PRICES $1,059 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $76.25 to Add Travel Insurance $1,198 Single Occupancy Ì + $86.26 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $350 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/1/22 TOUR: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 6 MEALS: 2 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 2 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant Ì Bjorklünden Norwegian Chapel Ì Cave Point Ì Seaquist Farm Orchard Ì Door Peninsula Winery Ì Door County Maritime Museum Ì Musical Entertainment Ì Legendary Door County Fish Boil Ì Full Day Guided Tour

of Door County

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch at the Lighthouse Inn overlooking Lake Michigan in Two Rivers, WI. Tour the Door Peninsula Winery and discover the art of wine making & sample/purchase wines.

Arrive at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay, WI for 2 nights. This beautiful resort is nestled on the waters of Door County’s scenic Sturgeon Bay. Amenities include: indoor & outdoor heated pools, sauna, hot tub, spa, exercise room & gift shop. Enjoy dinner at the Nightingale Supper Club.

DAY 2 Breakfast at the popular Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant in Sister Bay where you’ll see “the goats on the roof.” All day guided tour of Door County. Take in the beauty of Sister Bay, Ephraim, Bailey’s Harbor, Ellison Bay, Egg Harbor, Gills Rock, the Norwegian Bjorklünden Chapel, the rocky ledges of Cave Point, and more. Tour the orchards of Seaquist Farm & sample/purchase products. Free time in Fish Creek. Partake in a Door County tradition: a fish boil dinner at the Old Post Office in Ephraim.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Learn about Door County’s maritime history as you explore the Door County Maritime Museum. Also tour the John Purves tug docked here. Musical entertainment program. Enjoy lunch at the Log Den in Egg Harbor.

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ON THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER TRAIN

ROCKIES TO RED ROCKS

June 24 – July 1 ê September 30 – October 7 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Flight to Denver, Colorado. Arrive at Sheraton Denver Downtown for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

Salt Lake City Denver

Colorado Railroad Museum. Evening at leisure to enjoy Denver.

Glenwood Springs

Utah Moab

Colorado

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DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided Tour of Denver including Colorado State Capitol. Visit the

Ì Rocky Mountaineer

Silver Leaf Plus Service Ì Denver Ì Colorado State Capitol Ì Colorado Railroad Museum Ì Ruby Canyon Ì Mt. Logan Ì Glenwood Springs Ì Mt. Garfield Ì Red Cliffs Lodge Moab Ì Ranch Winery Ì Arches National Park Ì Canyonlands National Park Ì Dead Horse State Park Ì Sound & Light Illumination Cruise Ì Salt Lake City Ì Mormon Temple Square

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DAY 3 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day train excursion from the

Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the Red Rock Country of Utah. Marvel at vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways, and enchanting hoodoos. See Ruby Canyon, Mount Logan, Colorado River, Moffatt Tunnel and cross the Continental Divide. Breakfast and

lunch served on the train. Enjoy Silver Leaf Plus Service with exclusive access to lounge car, elevated dining experience with an additional course during select meals, signature cocktails, and custom-designed glass-dome coaches with oversized windows and outdoor viewing area.

Lodging in Glenwood Springs, CO for a 1-night stay.

DAY 4 Enjoy spectacular scenery this morning aboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Glenwood Springs to Moab, Utah. Breakfast served on the train. Disembark train at midday in Moab. Arrive at Red Cliffs Lodge near Moab for 3-night stay. The Red Cliffs Lodge is situated perfectly amidst the classic, rugged Western landscape worthy of Hollywood, and was in fact the site of numerous films, including Rio Grande with John Wayne. Wine Tasting at the Ranch Winery. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided Tour of Arches National Park with lunch included. Dinner.

Sound & Light evening boat cruise on the Colorado River—a unique experience featuring lights, shadows, music & narration.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Guided Tour of Canyonlands National Park & Dead Horse State Park.

Cowboy Steak Dinner at the ranch.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Scenic travel through remote, natural Utah. Arrive at Salt Lake City’s Mormon Temple Square for a guided tour. Lodging in Salt Lake City for a 1-night stay.

Dinner at Roof Restaurant overlooking Salt Lake City.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Guided tour of Salt Lake City. Flight home.

ROCK Y MOUNTAIN SILVER LEAF PLUS SERVICE

Gourmet Food crafted by Signature Chefs

Complimentary Wine & Cheese

Exclusive Outdoor Viewing Platform

ê June 24 – July 1, 2022 ê Sept. 30 – October 7, 2022

PRICES $5,498 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $395.86 to Add Travel Insurance $6,398 Single Occupancy Ì + $460.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS

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ll aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train for the experience of a lifetime on the ‘most spectacular train trip in the world!” Experience Rocky Mountaineer’s Silver Leaf Plus Service featuring the Bi-level Glass Dome Coach for panoramic viewing, gourmet breakfasts and lunches created by Executive Chefs, morning scones and afternoon wine & cheese, and exclusive outdoor viewing platform revealing a non-stop parade of glorious living postcards!

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NEW MEXICO BALLOONS October 3 – 7, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY

Arizona

DAY 1 Flight to Albuquerque. Visit the Pueblo Indian Museum & see Indian dancers.

Arrive at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya for a 4-night stay. Dinner at resort.

Santa Fe Albuquerque

New Mexico

DAY 2 Breakfast. Visit Pecos National Historical Park. Discover hundreds of years of

Texas

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Ì Pueblo Indian Museum

Ì 4 -Night Stay at Hyatt Regency Tamaya

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Ì Pecos National Historical Park Ì Loretto Chapel’s Miraculous Staircase Ì Guided Tour of Santa Fe Ì New Mexico Balloon Fiesta Ì Dinner at El Pinto Restaurant Ì Old Town Albuquerque Ì Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway

human habitation, such as Pecos Pueblo and the Spanish Mission Church. The Santa Fe Trail came through the park, as did the original path of Route 66. The Civil War brought the Battle of Glorieta Pass here, where Confederate ambitions for the Southwest stopped. Visit Loretto Chapel, home of the miraculous staircase with two 360 degree turns & no visible means of support. Guided tour of Santa Fe – America’s old state capital. Dinner in Santa Fe. DAY 3 Rise and shine and enjoy the Chasers Club at the Balloon Fiesta Grounds.

Breakfast and open-air seating here. Then, take in a spectacular display of sound and color as you watch the Hot Air Balloon Mass Ascension led by a balloon flying the American flag to the strains of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Guided tour of Albuquerque.

Tram ride to the summit of Sandia Peak. Dinner at El Pinto Restaurant.

“ We recently returned from New Mexico. It was a well organized tour that showed us the beauty of the country, the history of the people, their culture and customs.

The hotels were excellent and food delicious. I required gluten-free meals, and the restaurants and hotels were most accommodating.

People on the tour were friendly and are frequent travelers with American Classic. JD, our tour guide, kept things on schedule and was a joy to travel with. We highly recommend this company.”

– Joan, October 2018

DAY 4 Breakfast. Tour Acoma Pueblo— one of New Mexico’s most dramatic landmarks sitting atop a 376-foot mesa overlooking the desert. Box lunch included.

Return to the Balloon Fiesta grounds and be a VIP at the Gondola Club for dinner & cocktails included. Balloons aren’t just for daytime anymore. Tonight watch the special shaped “glowdeo” balloons light up the sky followed by the After Glow Fireworks Display.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Flight home.

October 3 – 7, 2022

PRICES $3,198 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $230.26 to Add Travel Insurance $3,798 Single Occupancy Ì + $273.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE:6/23/22 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 4 DINNERS P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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ADIRONDACKS October 6 – 13, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lake Placid Saratoga Springs

New York

Lake George Albany

Poughkeepsie

Hyde Park

West Point New York City

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Ì Adirondack Mountains Ì Hudson River Valley

Ì West Point Military Academy Ì Lake Placid Ì Whiteface Mountain Summit Ì Lake George Ì FDR Presidential Library & Home Ì Vanderbilt Estate Ì Culinary Institute of America Ì Boscobel Mansion Ì Amtrak Scenic Autumn Train Ì New York City

Flight to Newark, NJ. Scenic drive to Albany, New York. Arrive at the Hampton Inn Albany, for one night. Dinner in Albany.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Albany driving by the NY State Capitol Building

en route to Saratoga Springs. Guided tour of Saratoga Springs — an historic Victorian city known for its natural mineral springs & spas, American Revolutionary monuments, battlefields, and thoroughbred horse racing. View fall foliage on a scenic drive to the summit of Whiteface Mountain. Arrive at the High Peaks Resort for a 2-night stay in the charming mountain village of Lake Placid, NY. Dinner at the hotel.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Lake Placid including the famous Olympic sites. Travel to the Olympic Village and enjoy stunning panoramic fall foliage views of the Andirondack Mountains and Lake Placid. Free time for lunch and shopping in downtown Lake Placid. Narrated boat cruise on pristine Lake Placid. Free evening in Lake Placid.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Steamboat luncheon cruise on scenic Lake

George. Arrive in Poughkeepsie, NY. The area’s natural beauty and proximity to New York City prompted wealthy families like the Astor’s and Vanderbilt’s to build palatial weekend homes nearby. Arrive at the Hilton Garden Inn Fish Kill, NY for three nights. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided tour West Point Military Academy.

Ì Albany

Free time in Cold Springs, NY. Guided tour of Boscobel Mansion.

Dinner at Boscobel overlooking the Hudson River Valley.

Ì Saratoga Springs

DAY 6 Breakfast. Visit the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home, gravesite,

Ì Broadway Show

library & presidential museum in Hyde Park, NY. Guided tour of the Vanderbilt Estate overlooking the scenic Hudson River Valley.

Dinner at Culinary Institute of America.

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DAY 7 Breakfast. All aboard a scenic fall foliage Amtrak train ride along mountain-

lined banks of the Hudson River from Poughkeepsie to Penn Station, Manhattan, NYC. Free time at Rockefeller Center for lunch & shopping in NYC. Matinee performance on Broadway — show to be announced. Dinner at Carmine’s Restaurant. Arrive at the Sheraton Times Square in Manhattan for a 1-night stay.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Guided tour of New York City including Central Park, Fifth Avenue,

St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Broadway Theater District, Times Square, Lower Manhattan, Soho, Financial District, Wall Street and more. Flight home.

October 6 – 13, 2022

PRICES $4,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $309.46 to Add Travel Insurance $4,998 Single Occupancy Ì + $359.86 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 6/25/22 TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS 14 MEALS: 7 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 6 DINNERS P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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ROCKY COAST OF MAINE October 11 – 17, 2022 Maine

YOUR ITINERARY Bar Harbor

Camden Boothbay Harbor

VT New York

NH MA

Acadia National Park

Portland Kennebunkport Portsmouth Boston

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Flight to Boston. Welcome to the beautiful state of Maine! Visit Stonewall Kitchen’s flagship store in York to shop the wide array of Maine specialties including wild Maine blueberry jam. Arrive at the Westin Portland Harborview located downtown for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Begin the day with a

Ì Charming, Coastal Town of Camden

guided tour of Portland, Maine including a visit to the famous Portland Headlight Lighthouse. It was first lit on January 10, 1791 to warn Portland citizens of coming British attacks. Free time in Freeport, Maine, home of L.L. Bean’s flagship store.

Explore the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, Maine to see more than 30 different species of Maine wildlife including moose, bald eagle and black bear. Dinner in Portland.

Ì Bar Harbor Regency Resort

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit the Maine

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DAY 1

Ì Guided Tour of Portland Ì Portland Headlight

Ì L.L. Bean Flagship Store Ì Maine Wildlife Park Ì Boothbay Harbor Ì Atlantic Ocean Coastal Cruise Ì Bath Maritime Museum

Ì Lobster Bake in Bar Harbor Ì Acadia National Park Ì Cadillac Mountain Ì Kennebunkport Ì Portsmouth, New Hampshire Ì Guided Tour of Boston

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Maritime Museum in Bath, Maine to learn about Maine’s maritime heritage. Free time for lunch & shopping in Boothbay Harbor. Enjoy a cruise along the Atlantic Ocean Coastline.

Keep an eye out for seals, bald eagles and osprey. Arrive at the Hampton Inn, Bath for a 1-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Enjoy scenic fall foliage travel through the New England countryside

of Maine. Visit the charming seaside village of Camden. Arrive at the Bar Harbor Regency located on the bay in Bar Harbor for a 2-night stay. Dinner is a Maine tradition — a fresh Lobster Bake.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Explore Acadia National Park vibrant with fall colors on a guided

tour. Marvel at the view atop Cadillac Mountain overlooking the ocean and islands below.

Free time for lunch & shopping in the village of Bar Harbor. Take a narrated cruise of the Atlantic coastline to see the islands of Frenchman’s Bay and view wildlife. Dinner.

DAY 6

Breakfast. Scenic autumn travel to Kennebunkport, Maine with a drive by Walker Point, oceanside summer compound of President George H.W. Bush & First Lady Barbara Bush. Enjoy a Clam & Lobster Bake lunch at Foster’s in York. Visit historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire with free time to explore this charming colonial city. Arrive at the Sheraton Portsmouth, located in the heart of the city, for a 1-night stay.

DAY 7

Breakfast. Guided tour along Boston’s Freedom Trail. Free time at Quincy Market.

Flight home.

“ I just finished my tour to Maine.

It was great! I liked our stops in Boston including Quincy Market. I enjoyed all the attractions in Maine. The fall foliage was absolutely beautiful!!

The color was unforgettable!

I really enjoyed this tour!”

— Karen, October 2019

October 11 – 17, 2022

PRICES $3,598 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $259.06 to Add Travel Insurance $4,198 Single Occupancy Ì + $302.26 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: : 6/10/22 TOUR: 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS 12 MEALS: 6 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 5 DINNERS

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MONTREAL & QUEBEC October 14 – 19, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Quebec

Quebec City

Maine

Montreal

Ontario

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Montreal including Old Montreal and a tour inside Notre

Ì Old Town Quebec City

Dame Basilica. Montreal is made up of two parts: the Old City with its narrow streets and the modern Montreal with its many skyscrapers and museums. Free time in Montreal’s Old City Square. Tour St. Joseph’s Oratory — Roman Catholic Basilica and National Shrine on the west slope of Mount Royal. Dinner.

Ì Plains of Abraham

DAY 3 Breakfast. Scenic travel to Trois Rivieres to visit Chez Dany Maple Sugar Shack.

NY

VT

NH

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Flight to Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Visit Au Sommet Place Ville Marie — a 360 degree observation deck overlooking Montreal and the St. Lawrence River. Arrive in exciting Montreal at the world-class Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel for a 2-night luxury stay.

This landmark hotel is located in the center of Montreal and has easy access to Place Ville Marie — Montreal’s underground city of shops, galleries & restaurants. Dinner at hotel.

Ì Grand Allee Ì Citadelle Ì St. Anne-de-Beaupre Basilica Ì Montmorency Falls Ì Montreal Ì Notre Dame Basilica Ì St. Lawrence River Ì Isle d’Orleans Ì St. Joseph’s Oratory Ì Chez Dany Maple Syrup Ì Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel Ì Fairmont Chateau Frontenac Ì Au Sommet Place Ville Marie

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Learn about the important maple syrup industry. Full lunch including Canadian specialties such as maple taffy while folk musicians entertain. Scenic travel to Quebec City. Arrive at

the stunning Fairmont Chateau Frontenac for a luxurious 3-night stay. This iconic building is one of the most photographed hotels in the world. This impressive turreted castle with a copper roof is in the old walled city. Free evening in Quebec City.

DAY 4

Breakfast. Step into a culture reminiscent of 15th century France with a guided tour of Old Town Quebec. Within the extensive walled city of Old Quebec, all the buildings are historic.

Quebec is antique, medieval, and the only walled city in North America. Tour highlights include: the Ramparts surrounding the old city, the Plains of Abraham — site of the French-English battle in 1759, the Grand Allee, the Parliament Building and more. Free time for lunch & shopping in Quebec City. Dinner at historic Aux Anciens Canadiens Restaurant.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Tour the Citadelle — a National Historic Site of

Canada. This fort was built in the 17th century. Guided tour of the Beaupre Coast including Ste. Anne-de-Beaupre Basilica. This breathtaking Canadian masterpiece is highlighted by 240 stained glass windows. Also see Montmorency Falls — an impressive natural wonder that is one and a half times the height of Niagara Falls — and enjoy scenery along the St. Lawrence Seaway. The tour also includes the village of Ste. Petronille on the Island of Orleans. Free evening in Quebec City.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Flight home.

October 14 – 19, 2022

PRICES $3,598 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $259.06 to Add Travel Insurance $4,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $331.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/1/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 9 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 3 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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WASHINGTON & OREGON

COLUMBIA RIVER CRUISE October 23 – 31, 2022

YOUR ITINERARY

Spokane

DAY 1

Washington Idaho

Astoria The Dalles Portland

Clarkston

Oregon

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Fly into Portland, Oregon. Arrive at the Hilton Vancouver, WA. Dinner at hotel.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Portland and Columbia River Gorge. Board the American Empress.

DAY 3 A S TO R I A , O R Premium Shore Excursion: Lewis & Clark Experience. Trace the journeys of Lewis and Clark as we begin the day traveling to Middle Village — Station Camp, the location that Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery camped for ten days in November of 1805. Then watch as the powerful waves of the Pacific crash into the bluffs below and take in breathtaking views of the Columbia River at Cape Disappointment, the location Lewis and Clark concluded their two-year exploration. Next we’ll stop at the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop, where you can become an explorer as well — discover extensive exhibits and replicas outlining the journeys of this famous duo.

Ì Regionally Inspired Fine Dining

DAY 4

& Complimentary Wine and Beer Ì Broadway-Caliber Entertainment Ì Riverlorian Lectures Onboard Ì Guided Tour Portland Ì Guided Tour Columbia River Gorge Ì Cape Disappointment Ì Fort Clatsop Lewis and Clark National Historical Park Ì Multnomah Falls Ì Bonneville Dam Ì Fort Dalles Museum & Columbia River Ì Gorge Discovery Center Ì Manhattan Project National Historic Park Ì Nez Perce National Historical Park Ì Mt. Hood

forested mountains.

R I V E R C R U I S I N G Riverlorian narration as you wind through dramatic

DAY 5 S T E V E N S O N , WA Premium Shore Excursion: Ultimate Pacific Northwest Experience. Experience Pacific Northwest natural beauty: mountain ranges, lush green

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his premier experience features included shore excursions in every port of call, complimentary wine and beer with shipboard dinners featuring regional cuisine utilizing fresh ingredients creatively combined with a contemporary flair, daily Riverlorian lectures onboard, expert Broadway caliber entertainment every evening — including featured guest performances by sensational local artists, deluxe private veranda staterooms with dramatic views.

forests, cool lakes & meandering rivers. View majestic Multnomah Falls, America’s most scenic waterfall. Tour Bonneville Lock & Dam, the region’s first hydro-power source. Travel the Fruit Loop — a scenic route through fertile valleys of orchards & vineyards. Savor local bounty with lunch at Parkdale Grange and hear about the area. Park Ranger Tour of historic Timberline Lodge in the shadow of Mt. Hood.

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DAY 6 T H E DA LLE S , O R Visit Fort Dalles Museum & Columbia Gorge Discovery Center.

$6,498 Double Occupancy Per Person

part of the Manhattan Project National Historic Park.

PRICES Ì + $467.86 to Add Travel Insurance $8,998 Single Occupancy

DAY 8 C L A R K S TO N , WA Visit Nez Perce National Historical Park.

Ì + $647.86 to Add Travel Insurance

DAY 9 Disembark ship. Travel to Spokane, WA. Flight home.

DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 6/1/22 TOUR: 9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS MEALS: 2 DINNERS, 2 BREAKFASTS ON LAND PORTION; ALL SHIPBOARD MEALS. INCLUDED: Nightly Entertainment,

Many Shipboard Activities, All Gratuities, 2 Premium Shore Excursions in Addition to Included Shore Excursions.

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DAY 7 R I C H L A N D, WA Visit the Historic B Reactor and other important venues that are

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FRENCH LICK

October 18 – 20, 2022

PRICES $1,198 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $86.26 to Add Travel Insurance $1,429 Single Occupancy Ì + $102.89 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $400 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/10/22 TOUR: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 6 MEALS: 2 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 2 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì 2-Night Stay at West Baden

Springs Hotel Ì Welcome Cocktail Reception Ì Guided Tour of the West Baden

Springs Hotel Ì Breakfasts at Café Sinclair Ì French Lick Casino Ì Wildlife Cruise on Pakota Lake Ì Afternoon Tea with Harpist

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Indianapolis. Arrive at West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Indiana for a 2-night stay. Luxury and history combine to make this a memorable hotel experience. Fine amenities and appointments are sure to delight every guest. Be our guests and get acquainted with fellow travelers at the American Classic complimentary Welcome Cocktail Reception. Relax and enjoy fine dining this evening at the West Baden Springs Hotel.

DAY 2 Breakfast at Cafe Sinclairs at the hotel. Morning guided tour of the West Baden

Springs Hotel provided by Landmark Historic Preservation Society. With its amazing domed atrium, the hotel was once called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and lured visitors from across the globe. Learn of the hotel’s storied history, famous visitors, unique architecture, lovely appointments and of the dedication which led to its authentic preservation. Mid-day Tea in the hotel atrium accompanied by a harpist. Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the hotel’s fine amenities including: spa, swimming pool, shops, traditional sitting porch, beautiful gardens and more. Complimentary shuttles available to local attractions including French Lick town center and winery. Dinner at the neighboring French Lick Resort. Free time to visit the French Lick Casino.

DAY 3 Breakfast at Cafe Sinclairs at the hotel. Narrated Wildlife Cruise on scenic Patoka

Lake. Lunch en route home.

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October 18 – 20, 2022

THE ELEGANT WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

SEDONA & GRAND CANYON October 30 – November 5, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Sedona Red Rock Country Ì Hilton Sedona Bell Rock Resort Ì Chapel of the Holy Cross Ì Pink Jeep Tours Ì Verde Canyon Railroad Ì Montezuma National Monument Ì Blazin’ M Ranch Ì Grand Canyon Ì Scottsdale Old Town Ì Musical Instrument Museum

October 30 – November 5, 2022

PRICES $3,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $266.26 to Add Travel Insurance $4,398 Single Occupancy Ì + $316.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/15/22 TOUR: 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS 12 MEALS: 6 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 5 DINNERS

DAY 1 Flight to Phoenix, AZ. Scenic drive to Sedona. Arrive at the Hilton Sedona Bell Rock Resort for a 4-night stay. Located in the spectacular Red Rock Country in Northern Arizona, the Hilton Sedona is a luxury resort with spacious rooms, spa and championship golf course. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Trolley tour of Sedona with visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Free

time to explore downtown Sedona. Pink Jeep Tours of the Red Rock formations. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Train trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad with box lunch included.

Evening at leisure.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided tour of Montezuma Castle & Montezuma Well National Monuments. Free time to relax and enjoy hotel amenities. Visit Blazin’ M Ranch for a chuckwagon supper & a live Western stage show.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Scenic travel to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. See the film

“Grand Canyon—The Hidden Secrets” on the 7-story IMAX screen. Guided tour of the South Rim of Grand Canyon. Arrive at lodging for a 1-night stay in the Grand Canyon area.

Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Free morning to explore the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Scenic travel to Phoenix. Arrive at the Scottsdale Marriott Old Town for a 1-night stay. Dinner at Rustler Roost to enjoy live country music, dinner and the beautiful overlook.

DAY 7 Breakfast.

Visit the Musical Instrument Museum to travel the world of music on a guided tour. Flight home.

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NASHVILLE CHRISTMAS November 28 – December 2, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

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with Atrium Views Ì Grand Ole Opry Show at The Ryman Auditorium Ì Christmas Dinner Show at the Opryland Hotel Ì General Jackson Showboat Ì Fantasy in ICE! Ì Nashville City Tour with Music Row Ì Country Music Hall of Fame Ì Nashville’s Goo Goo Bar Candy Shop Ì Loveless Cafe

NASHVILLE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS November 28 – December 2, 2022

PRICES $2,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $165.46 to Add Travel Insurance $2,898 Single Occupancy Ì + $208.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 8/15/22 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 3 LUNCHES, 3 DINNERS A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Indianapolis, IN. Scenic travel through Kentucky & Tennessee.

Arrive at the Opryland Hotel, Nashville, TN for a 4-night stay with atrium view rooms.

Each year Opryland creates a glittering holiday extravaganza sparkling with the brilliance of two million lights. Nine acres of indoor gardens are lavishly decorated with brilliant displays of holiday ornaments & huge sparkling trees — you need to see it to believe it! Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Discover the “Athens of the South” — Nashville, TN on a guided tour.

Highlights include: Music Row recording studios, homes of Country & Western Music stars and the Parthenon, a replica of the original in Greece. Return to the Opryland Hotel to enjoy hotel amenities. Dinner at the famous Loveless Cafe.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit Opryland’s exciting Fantasy in Ice which is an incredible exhibit

of carvings, sculptures & 3-D holiday-themed displays, all handcrafted by more than 35 artisans from China-and out of one million pounds of ice! All aboard the festively decorated General Jackson Showboat for a lunch cruise with live entertainment while cruising on the Cumberland River. Head over to the Grand Ole Opry at the historic Ryman Auditorium and enjoy family entertainment featuring the best in country music.

The Opry has been broadcasting continuously since 1925— making this America’s longest running live radio show!

DAY 4 Breakfast. Visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame for a fascinating look into the

history of country music. Shopping at Nashville’s Goo Goo Bar Candy Shop — a sweet Music City Tradition! Enjoy the Christmas Dinner Show at the Opryland Hotel (Celebrity to be announced).

DAY 5

Breakfast. View the rolling hills of Tennessee & Kentucky. Lunch en route.

Welcome home and Merry Christmas!

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Boston, Massachusetts. Lodging at Boston Marriott Long Wharf for a 2-night stay. Dinner. Boston Pops Orchestra: Holiday Pops Concert.

CHRISTMAS IN NEWPORT, BOSTON & NYC December 4 – 10, 2022

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour along Boston’s historic Freedom Trail, Lexington and Concord. Dinner. Boston Blink! Holiday Light & Sound Extravaganza at Quincy Market.

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DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Newport, Rhode Island-legendary haven for the rich and

Ì + $287.86 to Add Travel Insurance

famous, fabulous seaside estates, world-class yachting and breathtaking views on Atlantic Ocean Drive. The opulence of Newport’s Gilded Age mansions meets the sparkle and magic of Christmas during this festive season. Tour The Elms Mansion modeled after the mid-18th century French Chateau d’Asnieres near Paris. Arrive at Hotel Viking Newport for a 2-night stay. This award-winning boutique hotel is registered with the Historic Hotels of America.

Dinner at colonial White Horse Tavern, built in 1652, America’s oldest tavern.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Visit Marble House Mansion adorned with thousands of poinsettia

plants, evergreens, trees, wreaths, fresh flowers and 19th century style ornaments with dining tables set with period silver & china. Tour Breakers Mansion, seventy room northern Italian palazzo & largest of all the Newport mansions. Built for Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt, the mansion features original furnishings, beautiful Christmas decorations and holiday music filling the air. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Travel through Connecticut to New York City. Free time at Rockefeller

Center with its famous Christmas tree & ice skating rink. Arrive at the Sheraton New York in Manhattan for a 2-night stay. Dinner and Broadway show to be announced.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Guided tour of NYC and visit to Bryant Park Winter Village & Holiday

Market. Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes!

DAY 7 Breakfast. Visit the National September 11th Memorial & Museum. Flight home.

$3,998 Double Occupancy Per Person

$4,798 Single Occupancy Ì + $345.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 8/1/22 TOUR: 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS 11 MEALS: 6 BREAKFASTS, 5 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Boston Pops Holiday Concert Ì Freedom Trail of Boston Ì Newport, Rhode Island Ì Atlantic Ocean Drive Ì Elms Mansion Ì Historic Hotel Viking Ì Whitehorse Tavern Ì Marble House Ì Breakers Mansion Ì New York City Ì Broadway Show & Rockettes Show

THE PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF NEWPORT COUNTY

December 4 – 10, 2022

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SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS November 7 – 12, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì Smoky Mountains

Ì The Biltmore Estate Ì Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg Ì Dollywood Ì A 3-night stay at Dolly’s

DreamMore Resort Ì Dolly Parton’s Stampede Show Ì Country Tonite Christmas Show Ì Gatlinburg Aerial Tram

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YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch. Arrive at the Hilton Garden Inn, Georgetown, Kentucky. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Scenic travel through the Smoky Mountains. Arrive in Gatlinburg,

Tennessee with free time to discover its charms! Enjoy the Ober Gatlinburg aerial tram rising up into the Great Smoky Mountains. Arrive at Dolly Parton’s DreamMore Resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for a 3-night stay. Celebrate the season with Dolly Parton’s Stampede Show. This stunning holiday show features magnificent horses and live animals, a huge cast of talented performers, an incredible living Nativity, beautiful Christmas music & lots more! Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Scenic Smoky Mountain drive enroute to visit the Biltmore Estate of

Asheville, North Carolina. This incredible 250-room mansion is adorned with Yuletide decorations of dozens of Christmas trees, 400 wreaths, 700 poinsettias, miles of evergreen garland, and thousands of ornaments, tinsel & beadings. Dinner. Enjoy Country Tonite Christmas Show!

November 7 – 12, 2022

DAY 4 Breakfast. Free morning to relax and enjoy Dolly’s resort amenities. This afternoon

PRICES

celebrate a Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood featuring shows, mountain craftsmen & holiday decorations. Dinner at Dollywood. As night falls over Dollywood the sparkle of four million lights create a Christmas wonderland you won’t forget!

$2,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $165.46 to Add Travel Insurance $2,798 Single Occupancy Ì + $201.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $750 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 8/1/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 12 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 5 DINNERS

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DAY 5 Breakfast. Scenic mountain drives. Take a journey through EnterTrainment

Junction with an audio tour for a behind the scenes look at this incredible indoor model railroad collection & museum. Arrive at the Drury Inn, Mason, Ohio with a manager’s cocktail reception. Dinner at Montgomery Inn. DAY 6 Breakfast. Indianapolis Motor Speedway Track Tour and Museum. Lunch.

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch. Arrive at the Hampton Inn, Rolla, MO. Dinner at Sybill’s Restaurant.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Scenic travel through the Ozark Mountains to Branson, Missouri.

Board the Showboat Branson Belle for a luncheon cruise and holiday show on beautiful Table Rock Lake! Arrive at the Hilton located at Branson Landing for a 2-night stay.

Branson Landing features a scenic boardwalk along the 1.5-mile Taneycomo Lakefront with shops, eateries, and a dazzling water & light fountain show. Dinner. Evening performance at the Andy Williams Moon River Theater. The legacy of Andy Williams Christmas Show continues with unmatched variety, singers, dancers, and the Moon River Orchestra. Plus, a tribute to Andy, the man who started it all! This show also features two of America’s favorite families of entertainment, Osmond Brothers & Lennon Sisters!

DAY 3 Breakfast. Start the day with the Brett Family Morning Show. Free time to enjoy

Branson Landing. Matinee production of JESUS Live on Stage. From the bustling streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, JESUS is an action-packed musical stage adventure with massive sets, special effects and live animals in this original stage production. Evening professional production in Branson to be announced.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Scenic travel through the Ozark Mountains. Tour the Anheuser-Busch

St. Louis Brewery Plant. See the famous Clydesdales and sample your favorite Budweiser beverages during a complimentary tasting! Arrive at the Drury Inn St. Louis Forest Park.

Dinner.

DAY 5

Breakfast. Tour the impressive St. Louis Cathedral Basilica — known for its stunning mosaic art. Lunch.

BRANSON CHRISTMAS November 17 – 21, 2022

PRICES $1,898 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $136.56 to Add Travel Insurance $2,298 Single Occupancy Ì + $165.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $600 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 8/1/22 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 4 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Gourmet Dinner at Sybill’s Restaurant Ì Ozark Mountains Ì Table Rock Lake Ì Branson Landing at Lake Taneycomo Ì Brett Family Christmas Show Ì Osmond Brothers

& Lennon Sisters Show Ì Showboat Branson Belle Ì Sight & Sound Theater Show Ì St. Louis Cathedral Ì Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour

and Famous Clydesdales

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SAN ANTONIO CHRISTMAS November 29 – December 3, 2022 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì 4-Night Stay on

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San Antonio Riverwalk Ì Guided Tour of San Antonio Ì The Alamo Ì “Price of Freedom” IMAX Show Ì San Jose Mission Ì National Museum of the Pacific War Ì Narrated Rio San Antonio River Cruise Ì Y.O. Ranch Ì SeaWorld Ì Briscoe Western Art Museum

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SAN ANTONIO CHRISTMAS

November 29 – December 3, 2022

PRICES $2,598 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $187.06 to Add Travel Insurance $2,998 Single Occupancy Ì + $215.86 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 9/1/22 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 7 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 3 DINNERS A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to San Antonio, TX. See IMAX Theater’s: “Alamo...Price of Freedom.”

Visit the Alamo. Arrive at the Holiday Inn Riverwalk for a 4-night stay. Ideally located in the heart of San Antonio, this Downtown/Riverwalk destination hotel offers easy walking access to all the San Antonio downtown area attractions. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided city tour of San Antonio including a tour of the 1718 San

Jose Mission. Dinner at Mi Tierra Restaurant to enjoy a southwest dinner and cultural entertainment by a mariachi band. Narrated Rio San Antonio River Cruise along the famous Riverwalk twinkling with holiday lights.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit the National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg,

Texas—a 6-acre, three-museum complex featuring the Admiral Nimitz and George H.W. Bush Galleries and more. Visit Fredericksburg, a German town of gingerbread houses in Texas Hill Country for lunch & shopping. Visit Y.O. Ranch in Kerrville, TX: Tour the ranch, see upwards of 58 species of exotic wildlife. Cowboy cookout dinner at ranch.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Visit SeaWorld San Antonio for a behind the scenes tour. Free evening

along the Riverwalk.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit Briscoe Western Art Museum. Flight home.

ROSE PARADE & LOS ANGELES

December 29, 2022 – January 3, 2023

PRICES $3,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $266.26 to Add Travel Insurance $4,298 Single Occupancy Ì + $309.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person

“ Wonderful Rose Bowl tour.

American Classic Tours certainly looks out for you — provided us with souvenir cushion seats which were much appreciated.

I totally recommend traveling with them.”

—Alice, January 2020

FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 9/1/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 4 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Tournament of Roses Parade

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Los Angeles, CA. Arrive at the Marina Del Rey Marriott for a 5-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Board the Catalina Island Ferry. Tram tour of Catalina Island followed by free time to explore the seaside village of Avalon. Ferry back to the mainland.

Ì Tournament of Roses Float

DAY 3 Breakfast. Warner Brothers Studio Tour. Guided tour of L.A. with box lunch.

Decorating Pavilion Ì Tour of L.A. & Hollywood Ì Catalina Island Ì Warner Brothers Studio Tour Ì Santa Monica Pier Ì Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum

DAY 4 Breakfast. Tour the Tournament of Roses Parade Float Decorating. Visit Ronald

Reagan Presidential Library on a stunning mountaintop in Simi Valley, CA. Follow Reagan’s legacy through exhibits and step aboard retired Air Force One here! Dinner.

DAY 5

To-go boxed breakfast. Reserved seating for the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade. Free time at Santa Monica Pier along the Pacific Ocean. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Flight home.

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CLASSIC CARIBBEAN CRUISE January 13 – 24, 2023 U.S. Miami

Puerto Plata

San Juan Gustavia Basseterre Roseau Kingstown South America

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Ì Shore Excursions Included at Each Port Ì Private Veranda Stateroom

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Ì Unlimited Drink Package Ì Guided Tour of Miami Ì Miami South Beach & Art Deco Ì Basseterre, St. Kitts Ì St. George Cathedral in Kingstown Ì Emerald Pool in Dominica Ì Boiling Lake in Dominica Ì San Jaun, Puerto Rico Ì Amber Museum Dominican Republic Ì Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise Ì Pico Isabel de Torres Ì Excursions to Rainforests & Coral Reefs Ì First Class Entertainment Aboard Ship Ì Enriching Onboard Activities Ì 5-Star Dining Ì Casino & Spa Onboard

1-Night Pre-Cruise in Miami 10-Night Cruise Aboard Oceania Riviera YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 M I A M I Flight to Miami. Arrive at hotel for 1-night stay. Dinner in Miami Area.

DAY 2 M I A M I Embarkation. Guided tour of Miami to see its famous Art-Deco architecture, South Beach, Little Havana and more. Board your ship to begin your cruise.

DAY 3 C R U I S I N G T H E AT L A N T I C O C E A N Learn, indulge and relax on Oceania’s

state-of-the-art ship during this relaxing day at sea. Enjoy elegant afternoon tea, rejuvenate at the Aquamar Spa & Vitality Center or partake in a cooking class at The Culinary Center.

DAY 4 C R U I S I N G T H E AT L A N T I C O C E A N Soak up the sun on the beautiful pool deck, try your luck at the Casino, enjoy 5-star dining throughout the day, unwind with a glass of wine or martini, and take in exciting entertainment during this relaxing day at sea.

DAY 5 B A S S E T E R R E , S T. K I T T S St. Kitts is home to rainforested mountains,

beaches of white, gray, and black sands, volcanos, and coral reefs. Explore Basseterre, the island’s capital city, to see the Italian-inspired fountain at Independence Square, the Victorian Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower at the Circus, and the National Museum located in the stately Old Treasury Building, to explore the islands’ colonial past.

DAY 6 K I N G S TO W N , S T. V I N C E N T Known as the "City of Arches," this town is filled with old world charm and accented with rich, rolling green hills. Kingstown's cenotaph is a beautiful monument atop a granite pedestal that honors soldiers who died in the first and second world wars. Built in 1820, St. George's Cathedral houses exquisite galleries, and the city's botanical garden is the oldest in the Western Hemisphere.

DAY 7 R O S E AU, D O M I N I C A Experience the natural wonders of this lush, unspoiled island, from the beautiful Emerald Pool and dense rainforest to spectacular vistas and rare plants and birds. Spend some time snorkeling, take an aerial tram through the tree canopy near Boiling Lake, or go on a whale and dolphin-watching cruise.

DAY 8 G U S TAV I A , S T. B A R T S Tour this beautiful island and marvel at the rugged coastline and its lovely, upscale atmosphere, unique in the Caribbean for its Swedish and French heritage. Enjoy this island’s spectacular beaches or explore underwater wonders on a tour aboard a semi-submersible marine vessel.

DAY 9 S A N JAU N , P U E R TO R I C O Take in Old San Juan, a walled enclave of hundreds of

restored 16th and 17th century Spanish colonial buildings. Notice the blue-tinged cobblestone streets; they were once ballast on Spanish ships. Tour the medieval Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, the Museum of Art, and Casa del Libro, a repository of priceless documents.

CLASSIC CARIBBEAN CRUISE January 13 – 24, 2023

DAY 1 1 C R U I S I N G T H E AT L A N T I C O C E A N Enjoy the Caribbean sunshine, onboard enrichment, and fine-dining and during this relaxing day at sea.

PRICES

DAY 1 2 D I S E M B A R K AT I O N I N M I A M I – Flight Home.

Ì + $575.86 to Add Travel Insurance

$7,998 Double Occupancy Per Person

LIMITED Single Occupancy Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 9/1/22 TOUR: 12 DAYS/11 NIGHTS 31 MEALS: 11 BREAKFASTS, 9 LUNCHES, 11 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED

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DAY 1 0 P U E R TO P L ATA , D O M I N I C A N R E P U B LI C Christopher Columbus dubbed the peak overlooking the town Monte de Plata due to the silvery hue of its cloud cover, but the region is actually best known for its abundant amber deposits. View ancient fossils and insects encased for millions of years in this translucent, hardened sap at the Amber Museum, stroll among vividly painted Victorian mansions and then take a cable car to the 2,600foot summit of Pico Isabel de Torres for glorious views of the entire Amber Coast. At the wonderfully preserved 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe, look out to sea and imagine an onslaught of pirates eager to plunder the town’s treasures.

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DEATH VALLEY & JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARKS

DESERT OASIS

January 22 – 30, 2023 ê February 5 – 13, 2023 California

YOUR ITINERARY

Nevada

Death Valley National Park

Las Vegas

Palm Springs

Joshua Tree National Park

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Ì Guided Tour of Las Vegas Ì Bellagio Hotel & Fountains

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Ì Hoover Dam Ì Lake Mead National Recreation

Area Cruise Ì Red Rock Canyon National

Conservation Area Ì Cottages at Ranch at Death Valley

DAY 1 Flight to Las Vegas, Nevada. Guided tour of Las Vegas. Arrive at the Bellagio Hotel for a 2-night stay. The Bellagio lobby is a visual masterpiece featuring dazzling bursts of color from 2,000 hand-blown glass flowers by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Marvel at the spectacular Fountains of Bellagio where the dancing waters perform to a symphony of sounds and lights. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Tour Hoover Dam completed in 1935 and a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy a luncheon cruise on Lake Mead in the National Recreation Area where the Mojave, Great Basin and Sonoran desert ecosystems converge. Wildlife viewing includes bighorn sheep. Free evening on the world famous Las Vegas Strip.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Red

Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in Nevada to view red rock boulders and pinnacles, petrified sand dunes, and wild burros. Arrive at the brand new Cottages at the Ranch at Death Valley located within California’s Death Valley National Park for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

Ì Death Valley National Park

DAY 4 Breakfast. Morning guided tour

Ì Westin Resort & Spa of Rancho Mirage

of Death Valley National Park, the lowest (282 feet below sea level near Badwater Basin), hottest, driest area in North America. Visit Zabriskie Point, Artist Palette and more. Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the resort amenities. Dinner.

Ì Guided Tour of Palm Springs Ì Mt. San Jacinto Aerial Tram Ì Joshua Tree National Park Ì Tram Tour of the Living Desert Ì Shield’s Date Garden

DAY 5 Breakfast. Scenic drive through southern California. Arrive at Westin Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage, CA for

4-night stay. This beautiful resort is located in the Coachella Valley of the Palm Springs desert area surrounded by mountains with clear blue skies above. Dinner at resort.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Guided tour of the posh desert community of Palm Springs, land of the rich & famous and long time haven to movie stars & millionaires! See exclusive areas along Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope Blvds and estates of the stars of yesteryear. Take the world’s longest double reversible single span aerial tramway up Mt. San Jacinto overlooking Palm Springs below. Dinner.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Guided tour of Joshua Tree National Park with included lunch. This fascinating park contains unique land formations and a variety of desert vegetation including Joshua Trees and giant yucca plants that attain heights of more than 40 feet.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Enjoy a tram tour of the Living Desert to see desert animals and plants followed by a light lunch. Visit Shields Date Garden to sample/purchase dates — an important agricultural crop of the area. Free afternoon to enjoy resort amenities and the California sunshine. Dinner.

DAY 9

Breakfast. Flight home.

ê January 22 – 30, 2023 ê February 5 – 13, 2023

PRICES $5,498 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $395.86 to Add Travel Insurance $6,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $475.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 10/15/22 TOUR: 9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS 17 MEALS: 8 BREAKFASTS, 3 LUNCHES, 6 DINNERS

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HAWAII

January 31 – February 10, 2023 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

KAUAI

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OAHU

Honolulu Lahaina

MAUI

Hawaii

Aloha! Arrive in Honolulu with a lei greeting. This city of sunsets, rainbows and tropical flowers sits like a gem between ancient volcanoes and the deep blue sea.

Sheraton Waikiki Beach for 3 nights.

Dinner at hotel.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Visit historic Pearl

Ì Polynesian Cultural Center

Harbor and Arizona Memorial. Guided tour of Honolulu. Highlights include: Hawaiian State Capitol, Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, King Kamehameha Statue & the Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific. Free afternoon to enjoy Waikiki Beach. Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise featuring Polynesian entertainment and live band.

Ì Waimea Canyon

DAY 3 Breakfast. Free morning in Honolulu. Spend the afternoon and evening at

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Ì Pearl Harbor & Arizona Memorial Ì Hawaiian State Capitol Ì Iolani Palace Ì Punchbowl National Cemetery Ì Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise

Ì Opaekaa Falls Ì Wailua River Cruise Ì Fern Grotto Ì Iao Valley & Iao Needle Ì Heritage Gardens Ì Haleakala National Park Ì Kula Upcountry District Ì Lahaina Whale Watching Cruise Ì Wailele Polynesian Luau Ì 3 Oceanside Resorts

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Polynesian Cultural Center — seven native villages give visitors the rare chance to participate in the daily adventures of Hawaiian and other South Pacific cultures. Enjoy Alii Lu’au dinner and the world’s largest Polynesian night show, “Ha-Breath of Life.”

DAY 4 Breakfast. We’ll take a short flight to Kauai — the Garden Isle. Guided tour

through Waimea Canyon — “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific” — a natural wonder creating an incredible canvas of colors from the red bedrock. Arrive at the Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort for a 2 night stay. Dinner at resort.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Explore Kauai on the Wailua River Cruise featuring fascinating legends

of the river region and Hawaiian songs. View the Fern Grotto, a natural amphitheater set amidst a tropical jungle where delicate ferns form a wondrous ceiling of green. Witness the

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oak up the warm, Hawaiian sun as you stay in 3 luxurious, oceanside resorts: the Sheraton Waikiki, Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort and Westin Maui.

January 31 – February 10, 2023

PRICES breathtaking Opaekaa Falls. Free evening at resort.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Flight to Maui. Upon arrival in Maui, enjoy a guided tour highlighting

the Iao Valley & Iao Needle Heritage Gardens. Arrive at Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka’anapali for 4 nights. Dinner at resort.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Full day tour of Haleakala National Park including Kula Upcountry

District. Haleakala Visitor Center & the Volcano Summit.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Free morning to enjoy resort, amenities and Ka’anapali Beach. Afternoon

$7,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $525.46 to Add Travel Insurance $8,998 Single Occupancy Ì + $647.86 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 10/1/22

in Lahaina. Enjoy a whale watching cruise.

TOUR: 10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS

DAY 9 Breakfast. Free day to enjoy the beach & Maui. Farewell dinner at the Wailele

15 MEALS: 9 BREAKFASTS, 6 DINNERS

Polynesian Luau at the Westin Maui.

DAY 10 Breakfast. Flight home returning the morning of February 10th.

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FLORIDA KEYS & MIAMI February 6 – 13, 2023

YOUR ITINERARY

Florida

DAY 1

Miami

Ì Guided Tour of Key West

DAY 2 Breakfast. Journey to Key West.

Gorgeous seascapes unfold as you travel the Overseas Highway, considered the “main street” of the Keys, through Islamorada, Marathon and Big Pine Key ending in Key West, the southernmost city in the continental USA. Visit Theater of the Sea, a 17-acre tropical garden in Islamorada. See live performances featuring dolphins, sea lions and exotic birds. Box lunch. Arrive at the DoubleTree Key West for 3 nights. Dinner.

Ì Southernmost Point of USA

DAY 3 Breakfast. Conch Train Tour of

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Flight to Miami. Arrive at the Reefhouse Resort Key Largo, 1 night.

Watch sunset over beautiful Key Largo Bay.

Ì Key Largo

Ì President Truman's Little White House Ì Scenic Drive on Overseas Highway Ì Theater of the Sea Marine Park

Ì Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Home Ì Mallory Square Sunset Celebration Ì Everglades Alligator Farm Ì Robert’s Shake & Fruit Stand Ì Guided Tour of Miami Ì South Beach’s Famous Art Deco Ì Explore Little Havana Ì Vizcaya Mansion Ì Oceanside Reefhouse Resort Key Largo Ì DoubleTree Grand Key West Ì Oceanside Marriott Hollywood Beach

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Key West to view historic architecture, charming homes, and tales of Spanish explorers, cigar barons and sponge magnets.

Guided Tour of President Truman's Little White House, Key West. Free afternoon to enjoy Key West and the resort amenities.

Dinner at La Trattoria Oceanside.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Photo stop at Southernmost Point of USA. Guided tour of Ernest

Hemingway Home. Free afternoon to enjoy Key West and the resort amenities. Mallory Square Famous Sunset Celebration.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Enjoy the ocean views as you travel through the Keys. Discover

Everglades Alligator Farm with thrilling alligator & wildlife shows and airboat nature ride.

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orgeous seascapes will unfold as you travel on America’s most unique scenic drive — the Overseas Highway. Journey through Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and then on to Key West — the southernmost city in the continental United States.

February 6 – 13, 2023

PRICES $4,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $338.26 to Add Travel Insurance

Refresh with a milk shake at Robert's Fruit Stand. Arrive at Marriott Hollywood Beach, 3 nights. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Spend the day enjoying the amenities of this oceanfront hotel including

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the beach and the famous Hollywood Beach Boardwalk. Dinner.

FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 11/3/22

DAY 7 Breakfast. Tour Vizcaya Mansion, a subtropical interpretation of an 18th century

TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS

Italian villa featuring lavish interior furnishings and extensive Italian Renaissance gardens.

Guided tour of Miami featuring Little Havana, Biscayne Bay & art deco of South Beach.

13 MEALS: 7 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 5 DINNERS

DAY 8 Breakfast. Flight home.

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Ì Open Veranda Staterooms Ì Shore Excursions in Ports of Call Ì Regionally Inspired Fine Dining

& Complimentary Wine and Beer Ì Exciting Onboard Entertainment Ì Riverlorian Lectures Onboard Ì Guided Tour of Memphis & Beale Street Ì Elvis Presley’s Graceland Ì B.B. King Museum & Club Ebony Ì Vicksburg National Military Park Ì Antebellum Natchez & St. Francisville Ì Baton Rouge, Louisiana Ì Nottoway, Houmas & Oak Alley Plantations Ì Guided Tour of New Orleans Ì Landmark Hotel Monteleone in French Quarter A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Flight to Memphis. Guided tour of Memphis & Beale Street. Arrive at Sheraton Memphis Downtown for 1 night. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast at hotel. Tour Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion, two custom jets, auto

museum, and his gravesite. Board the American Countess - the newest jewel in the American Queen Steamboat Company's Paddlewheel Riverboat Fleet.

DAY 3 Port of the Mississippi Delta/Greenville, Mississippi

Small Towns & Big Legends. On arrival here, enjoy live Gospel music. Journey to Indianola, hometown of B.B. King — “King of the Blues.” Visit B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center. Enjoy a local blues performance at Club Ebony where Ray Charles, Count Basie and B.B. King performed.

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DAY 4 Vicksburg, Mississippi

On the Front Lines of the Civil War. Explore Vicksburg National Military Park and National Cemetery. Tour the USS Cairo and Museum, an iron clad riverboat raised from the depths of the Mississippi River.

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DAY 5 Natchez, Mississippi S H O R E E XC U R S I O N : Charming Natchez (1716) is the oldest city on the Mississippi River and known for elegance, hospitality and impressive preservation of history. Enjoy unique shops and restaurants and explore Rosalie Mansion, Johnson Museum, Stanton Hall, King’s Tavern, and Magnolia Hall.

Dine in the Grand Dining Room.

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his premier experience features included shore excursions in every port of call, complimentary wine and beer with shipboard dinners featuring regional cuisine utilizing fresh ingredients creatively combined with a contemporary flair, daily Riverlorian lectures onboard, exciting entertainment every evening — including featured guest performances by sensational local artists, open veranda staterooms with dramatic views.

Exciting Entertainment Onboard

DAY 6 St. Francisville, Louisiana

St. Francisville today is a testament to the lifestyle of a bygone era with over 140 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. This quaint town is situated on the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Visit Royal Street, Old Market Hall, West Feliciana Museum and Grace Episcopal Church.

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DAY 7 Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Baton Rouge. Explore the diversity of the energetic port of Baton Rouge by visiting the USS Kidd, Capitol Park Museum, Louisiana’s State Capitol, LSU Museum of Art and LSU Rural Life Museum.

S H O R E E XC U R S I O N :

DAY 8 Nottoway Plantation, Louisiana

DAY 9 New Orleans, Louisiana

MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE March 13 – 22, 2023

PRICES $6,498 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $467.86 to Add Travel Insurance

This morning disembark the American Queen. Guided tour of New Orleans. Free time to enjoy the French Quarter. Arrive at the landmark Hotel Monteleone in the French Quarter for 1 night.

$8,998 Single Occupancy

DAY 10 Breakfast at hotel. Flight home.

DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person

Ì + $647.86 to Add Travel Insurance

FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 9/5/22 TOUR: 10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS 23 MEALS: 9 BREAKFASTS, 6 LUNCHES, 8 DINNERS INCLUDED: Nightly Entertainment,

Many Shipboard Activities, All Gratuities, 2 Premium Shore Excursions in Addition to Included Shore Excursions.

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S H O R E E XC U R S I O N : Grand Southern Plantation Tour. Journey through sugar cane fields to tour stately Nottoway Plantation followed by Houmas House and gardens with a southern-style lunch there. Next, visit Oak Alley Plantation including The Slavery at Oak Alley and Civil War Exhibits, as well as the impressive alley of 300 year old live oaks.

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TEXAS

March 10 – 16, 2023 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Texas

Dallas

Austin

Houston San Antonio

Flight to Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum in Dallas. Arrive at Hilton Fort Worth Hotel for a 2-night stay. Experience ‘a moment in time, place in history’ at this landmark hotel, the scene of President John F. Kennedy’s final address on the morning of November 22, 1963. A photo display of JFK’s visit and a memorial are located at this hotel which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Dallas. Explore The Sixth Floor Museum and the grassy

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& Museum Ì Guided Tour of Dallas Ì Sixth Floor Museum — Kennedy Site Ì Fort Worth Stockyards National

Historic District Ì Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum Ì Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library & Museum Ì San Antonio Riverwalk Cruise Ì Guided Tour of San Antonio Ì San Jose Mission Ì The Alamo Ì IMAX Presentation “Alamo… Price of Freedom” Ì NASA Johnson Space Center

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knoll at Dealey Plaza, Dallas. This museum chronicles the assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. For a taste of the American West, enjoy free time in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District where weathered brick streets are lined with historic buildings, restaurants, and saloons. Witness real Texas cowhands drive a herd of Texas longhorns.

DAY 3

Breakfast. Visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum in Waco Texas. The Texas Rangers have protected the people of Texas since 1823. They are a legendary symbol of Texas and the American West. Discover the LBJ Presidential Library & Museum in Austin.

Arrive at the Hotel Contessa Riverwalk, San Antonio for a 2-night stay.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided

tour of historic San Antonio. Visit San Jose Mission (1782), designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. View the IMAX presentation: “Alamo…

Price of Freedom.” Visit The Alamo where the memory of the battle served as a rallying cry in the fight for Texas’ independence from Mexico.

PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARIES George W Bush Presidential Library & Museum: Located in Dallas, Texas, this stateof-the-art museum tells the story of George W. Bush’s life, political rise, and presidency.

Lyndon B Johnson Presidential Library & Museum: Situated on The University of Texas campus in Austin, this museum chronicles LBJ’s journey from Texas Hill Country to the White House.

George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum: Step back in time as you visit the George H.W. Bush Museum in College Station.

John F Kennedy Historic Sites: Explore the John F. Kennedy Historic Sites of Dallas and Fort Worth including the 6th Floor Museum.

Free evening to enjoy the lush foliage, outdoor cafes, bridges & shops of the famous River Walk. Relax on a narrated River Cruise along the River Walk.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Explore NASA’s Johnson Space Center,

DAY 6 Breakfast. Discover the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum in

College Station with a visit to the gravesites of George H. W. and Barbara Bush. Dinner.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Flight home.

TEX AS

March 10 – 16, 2023

PRICES $3,698 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $266.26 to Add Travel Insurance $4,298 Single Occupancy Ì + $309.46 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 12/15/22 TOUR: 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 6 BREAKFASTS, 4 DINNERS P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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Houston, on a narrated tram tour. See the artifacts, exhibits, attractions and theaters relating to America’s human spaceflight program. Arrive at J W Marriott Hotel at the Galleria, Houston for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

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SAVANNAH & CHARLESTON March 14 – 21  March 21 – 28, 2023 Georgia

South Carolina

Charleston

Beaufort Hilton Head Island Savannah

Jekyll Island

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Charleston, South Carolina. Arrive at The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel for 3 nights. Sit back as the grace of Charleston comes alive on a carriage tour through one of the best preserved, grandest historic districts of any city in the country. View the southern charm of Charleston in its beautiful homes, historic shrines, old churches, lovely gardens, winding streets, and intricate iron lace gateways. Dinner in Charleston.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Cruise through Charleston’s historic harbor

Ì Charleston Tea Company

to Fort Sumter. Learn about the major events which led to the outbreak of America’s Civil War on this fully narrated tour with time to explore the fort & museum. Visit the Charleston Tea Company for the Field & Factory Tour and shop the Tea Store.

Dinner in Charleston.

Ì Drayton Hall

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Drayton Hall ca 1738. This Georgian Palladian House

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Ì Charleston Carriage Tour Ì Fort Sumter Cruise

Ì Magnolia Gardens Ì Beaufort Ì Parris Island Marine Base Ì Hilton Head Island Ì Dolphin Watching Cruise Ì Jekyll Island Ì Savannah Guided Tour Ì Davenport House Ì 3-Night Stay at Mills House

is in its original condition surrounded by beautiful live oaks. Visit Magnolia Gardens ca 1676 — oldest public gardens in America. Tour home, ride the tram to view blooming flowers and wetlands & enjoy box lunch. Free time during the late afternoon and evening exploring the charms of the Charleston Historic Market District.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided tour of Beaufort, SC — haven to many preserved antebellum

homes. Visit Parris Island Marine Base where 20,000 men and 2,000 women complete training each year. Journey to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and arrive at the lovely Omni Oceanfront for 2 nights. Dinner at the resort.

Ì 2-Night Stay at Omni Hilton Head

DAY 5 Breakfast. Dolphin Watching Ocean Cruise. Free time to explore Harbor Town,

Island Resort Ì 2-Night Stay at DoubleTree Savannah Historic District

DAY 6 Breakfast. Tram tour of Jekyll Island and lunch at historic Jekyll Island Club Hotel.

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stroll the ocean beach and enjoy resort amenities.

Arrive at the DoubleTree Savannah Historic District for 2 nights. Free evening.

Breakfast. Savannah guided tour revealing the charm & sultry mystery of this carefully planned city and her wealth of history & architecture beautified by lush city parks, squares and fountains. Tour the Davenport House Museum. Free time at Savannah’s Riverfront. Dinner in Savannah.

DAY 8 Breakfast and flight home.

 March 14 – 21, 2023  March 21 – 28, 2023

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ST. AUGUSTINE February 19 – 24, 2023 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Embassy Suites Oceanfront Ì Nightly Cocktail Receptions Ì Guided Tour of Old Town St. Augustine Ì Flagler College Ì Historic St. George Street Ì Fountain of Youth Ì Castillo de San Marcos Fort Ì Lightner Art Museum Ì Waterfront Cruise Ì Alhambra Dinner Theater

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Ì Marineland Dolphin Adventure

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Florida. Arrive at Embassy Suites Oceanfront Resort, St. Augustine for 5-night stay. During our extended stay, see the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean, relax on the beach, and enjoy the resort’s many fine amenities including daily complimentary cocktail receptions. Dinner at the hotel.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided trolley tour of Old Town St. Augustine, including Flagler College, Flagler Memorial Presbyterian Church, the Cathedral Basilica, and more.

Visit the Fountain of Youth. Free time at historic St. George Street. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Explore the Historic Castillo de San Marcos Spanish Colonial Fort

National Monument. Lightner Museum and its fine collection of 19th century art.

Free afternoon to enjoy the resort and beach. Scenic cruise along St. Augustine waterfront.

Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Free day to enjoy Florida sunshine, the beach, hotel amenities, and

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explore St. Augustine. Complimentary shuttle service provided. This evening enjoy Alhambra Dinner Theater in Jacksonville, Florida.

February 19 – 24, 2023

DAY 5 Breakfast. St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park. St. Augustine

PRICES

Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Marineland Dolphin Adventure. Dinner.

$3,698 Double Occupancy Per Person

DAY 6 Breakfast. Return flight.

Ì + $266.26 to Add Travel Insurance $4,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $331.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 11/15/22 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 10 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 5 DINNERS A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

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treasure trove of Spanish colonial history, St. Augustine’s carefully preserved historic district features quaint brick streets, Spanish influenced architecture with red-tiled rooftops and towers, the classic Bridge of Lions, charming St. George Street, and magnificent churches all amidst stately palm trees and majestic oaks.

NASHVILLE TO MEMPHIS

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

$2,998 Double Occupancy Per Person

Flight to Nashville. Discover the "Athens of the South," Nashville, on a guided tour. Arrive at Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, TN for a 2-night stay. Explore this incredible property including nine acres of indoor gardens, the Delta River area, restaurants, entertainment & more. Dinner at the Gaylord Opryland.

Ì + $215.86 to Add Travel Insurance

DAY 2 Breakfast. Visit the Ryman Auditorium, original home of the Grand Ole Opry.

March 17 – 22, 2023

PRICES

$3,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $259.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 12/15/2022 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 11 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 4 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland Hotel Ì Live Grand Ole Opry Show Ì National Civil Rights Museum

at the Lorraine Motel Ì Country Music Hall of Fame Ì Shiloh National Military Park Ì Memphis’ Beale Street Ì Graceland Ì Rock and Soul Museum in Memphis Ì Sun Studios in Memphis

At the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Lunch & Lyrics, a Nashville songwriter will perform and share life as a songwriter. Head over to the Grand Ole Opry — America’s longest running live radio show — and enjoy the best in country music.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided tour of Shiloh National Military Park, site of the Battle of

Shiloh — one of the first major battles in the Civil War. Dinner at the Top of the River.

Arrive in Memphis. Arrive at the Guest House Hotel at Graceland for a 3-night stay. Just steps away from Graceland Mansion, every aspect of this hotel reflects Elvis’ personal style and the unique character of Graceland.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Tour the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel. Free

time on Beale Street. Tour Memphis, the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll and home of the Blues, led by a professional guide who uses music, comedy, and song to create a one-of-akind touring experience. Tour Sun Studio, home to the recordings of B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison and Jerry Lee Lewis. Dinner at King’s Palace on Beale Street with entertainment.

DAY 5

Breakfast. Tour Elvis’ Graceland Mansion, two custom jets, auto museum, and his gravesite. Tour the Rock & Soul Museum —telling the story of musical pioneers. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Flight home.

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WASHINGTON DC April 13 – 18, 2023

YOUR ITINERARY

Pennsylvania Maryland West Virginia

Washington, D.C.

Virginia TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

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Ì Guided Tour of Washington DC Ì National Cherry Blossom Parade

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Ì Museum of the Bible Ì “Nightlight Tour” of Washington DC

Monuments Ì Smithsonian Museums Ì Potomac River Cruise Ì Mount Vernon Ì Arlington National Cemetery Ì Ford’s Theater Ì Dinner at Filomena’s Ristorante Ì Historic Gadsby’s Tavern

DAY 1 Flight to Washington, DC. Visit the Museum of the Bible — an innovative, global, educational institution whose purpose is to invite all people to engage with the Bible.

Arrive at the Westin Arlington Gateway located in the vibrant Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, VA. Check in for a 5-night stay.

Dinner at the Westin.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Discover our nation’s beautiful capital city on an all-day guided tour of Washington D.C. with stops at the WWII, Korean, Vietnam, Iwo Jima, Lincoln and FDR Memorials. Drive

by Jefferson Memorial, Capitol, White House, Washington Monument, National Cathedral, Embassy Row, Supreme Court, Navy Memorial, Library of Congress, Women in Military Service Memorial, Union Station and more. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Reserved Grand Stand Seating at the National Cherry Blossom Parade — An American Tradition! “Night Light” tour of the beautifully illuminated buildings & monuments of Washington D.C. DAY 4 Breakfast. Potomac River Boat Cruise to Mount Vernon, home of our country’s first president, George

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iscover our nation’s beautiful capital city during its most festive time of the year — The National Cherry Blossom Festival! Witness the pageantry of the season at the National Cherry Blossom Parade.

Washington. A tram will meet you dockside and transport you up to the home for a guided tour. Dinner at historic Gadsby’s Tavern (1770) in Alexandria, Virginia.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Free day at Smithsonian Campus includes: Museum of American History, Natural History Museum, Mall Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Castle, Freer Gallery of Art, Museum of the American Indian, Air & Space Museum and more.

Tour of historic Ford’s Theater. Dinner at Filomena’s in Georgetown.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Visit Arlington National Cemetery — see the Changing of the Guard Ceremony, Kennedy Grave Sites, Challenger Memorial & more. Flight home.

April 13 – 18, 2023

PRICES $3,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $237.46 to Add Travel Insurance $3,898 Single Occupancy Ì + $280.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/2/23 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 9 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 4 DINNERS

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NEW ORLEANS April 17 – 21, 2023

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Louisiana

Mississippi

Texas

Flight to New Orleans. Arrive at Hotel Monteleone, located in the heart of the French Quarter for a 4-night stay. Take a mule-drawn Carriage Tour of the French Quarter.

Treat your taste buds to dinner in the French Quarter.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Morning guided tour of New Orleans which includes the central business

New Orleans

district, Jackson Square, above ground cemeteries, warehouse district, Bayou St. John, Garden District and the famous French Quarter architecture & more! Dinner and jazz entertainment on the S.S. Natchez — an authentic sternwheeler cruising the Mississippi River.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Behind the scenes tour at Blaine Kern Studios Mardi Gras World. Learn

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Ì French Quarter Royal Carriage Tour Ì Dinner Cruise aboard the SS Natchez Ì Guided Tour of New Orleans Ì Mardi Gras World Ì Honey Island Swamp Tour Ì Café au lait & beignets at famous Café

du Monde Ì New Orleans School of Cooking Ì Dinner at the Court of Two Sisters Ì Dinner at Brennan’s Ì Houmas House Sugar Plantation Ì World War II National Museum Ì 4-Night Stay at Hotel Monteleone in French Quarter

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how Mardi Gras floats are made, walk among towering figures of fantasy, marvel at the skill and technology that animate mega-floats and acquire an insider’s appreciation of the history and traditions of Carnival. Honey Island Swamp Tour — narrated cruise to see cypress, gators & more! Dinner at famous Court of Two Sisters.

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I DAY 4 For breakfast today, enjoy a New Orleans tradition, café au

t’s been said that the French Quarter begins in the lobby of Hotel Monteleone. This venerable New Orleans hotel sits majestically at the foot of Royal Street. Step outside this historic French Quarter hotel to discover quaint New Orleans restaurants and specialty shops. Enjoy New Orleans attractions just steps from this New Orleans hotel, including Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, the French Market, and the Riverwalk, where you can watch the steamboats along the Mississippi River.

lait & beignets at famous Café du Monde. Welcome to the fun, food and folklore of the New Orleans School of Cooking. Enjoy lunch and a demonstration by Creole & Cajun experts who will teach New Orleans specialties & season them with history, tall tales and trivia. Take home the recipes! Guided tour of the historic Houmas House Sugar Plantation.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit the World War II National Museum

located in New Orleans. Flight home.

THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM

April 17 – 21, 2023

PRICES $2,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $215.86 to Add Travel Insurance $3,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $259.06 to Add Travel Insurance

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iscover the most impactful event of the 20th century and the legacy of the WWII generation in thought-provoking exhibits. Explore the American experience in the war that changed the world. From D-Day galleries and the 4D cinematic experience Beyond All Boundaries to the soaring US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center and the groundbreaking Campaigns of Courage, this worldrenowned history museum is designed to inspire visitors of all ages in the lessons of World War II and the stories of heroism, tragedy, and liberation.

DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/2/23 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 8 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 3 DINNERS

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CALIFORNIA COAST

CALIFORNIA COAST April 20 – 28, 2023 San Francisco Monterey Big Sur

California

Nevada

Pebble Beach

Hearst Castle Morro Bay San Luis Obispo Solvang

Santa Barbara Malibu

Los Angeles

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Ì Pacific Coast Highway 1 Ì Big Sur Ì Hearst Castle Ì Golden Gate Bridge Ì San Francisco Ì Santa Barbara

Ì Los Angeles & Hollywood Ì Paramount Studios Ì Danish Solvang Ì Wine Country Ì Morro Rock Ì Monterey Cannery Row Ì Old Santa Barbara Mission Ì Fisherman’s Wharf Ì San Francisco Bay Cruise Ì 17 Mile Drive & Pebble Beach Ì Lone Cypress Ì Santa Monica Pier A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to San Francisco. Free time at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco. Arrive at the Marriott Union Square located in the heart of downtown San Francisco for a 2-night stay. Dinner in San Francisco.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of San Francisco featuring downtown, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Nob Hill, Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, & more. Blue & Gold Fleet Cruise of San Francisco Bay. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Free time to explore Cannery Row in beautiful Monterey. Marvel at coastal views along the 17 Mile Drive at Pebble Beach. See the iconic Lone Cypress. Scenic ocean drive along Highway 1 through Big Sur where the mountains meet the sea. Arrive at the charming Apple Farm Inn, San Luis Obispo, 2 nights. Dinner at the fanciful Madonna Inn. DAY 4 Breakfast. View the stunning Morro Rock in the Pacific Ocean. Guided tour of the

majestic Hearst Castle atop the coastal mountains overlooking the Pacific at San Simeon.

Dinner at the Apple Farm Inn. Enjoy the Great American Melodrama.

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ourney on the world’s most famous scenic highway to discover the magnificent California Coast featuring an unforgettable, endless panorama of Pacific Coastline scenes. See California’s towering, coastal cliffs, enjoy views of the beautiful, blue ocean expanse, and visit the Golden State’s iconic cities and charming seaside villages as you make your California Dreams a reality on Highway 1.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Welcome to the fairy-tale like Danish hamlet

of Solvang. Enjoy a tasting of Danish Aebleskiver and coffee. Board a horse drawn trolley for a guided tour of this charming old world European village. Delight in a wine tasting at a local California winery. Scenic drive to Santa Barbara known as “America’s Riviera.”

This lovely coastal city is known for its beautiful red-tiled roof Spanish Mission style architecture. Arrive at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort on the ocean for 2 nights. Dinner.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Experience a guided tour of Santa Barbara

DAY 7 Breakfast. Guided tour of Paramount Studios. Free time for lunch and shopping

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at Santa Monica Pier where Route 66 ends. Arrive at the Marriott Marina Del Rey for a 2-night stay. Dinner at hotel.

April 20 – 28, 2023

DAY 8 Breakfast. L.A. guided tour will showcase the city’s downtown, Staples Center, oldest street — Olvera Street, Grauman’s Chinese Theater, Hollywood Walk of Fame, famous Hollywood sign, Sunset Strip, La Brea Tar Pits, Disney Concert Hall, Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral and time for dining & shopping at the Farmer’s Market.

$4,698 Double Occupancy Per Person

DAY 9 Breakfast.

Flight home.

PRICES Ì + $338.26 to Add Travel Insurance $5,598 Single Occupancy Ì + $403.06 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/5/23 TOUR: 9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS 14 MEALS: 8 BREAKFASTS, 6 DINNERS

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aboard Land Shark Amphibious Tour. Visit Old Santa Barbara Mission (1786) and La Huerta Historic Gardens. Free afternoon & evening to stroll the oceanfront, enjoy downtown Santa Barbara, Farmer’s Market and relax at the resort.

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AMERICAN HERITAGE April 26 – May 3, 2023 MD

Ft. McHenry WV Annapolis Washington, D.C. St. Michaels Mt. Vernon Skyland Resort DE Monticello

Virginia

Williamsburg Yorktown Chesapeake Jamestown Bay Bridge Virginia Beach

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Ì Virginia International Military Tattoo Ì Colonial Williamsburg Ì Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello Ì George Washington’s Mount Vernon Ì Historic Jamestown Ì Yorktown American Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì Ì

Revolution Museum Fort McHenry Baltimore Charming Annapolis United States Naval Academy First Landing Cross Old Cape Henry Lighthouse Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Chesapeake Bay Bridge Shenandoah National Park Guided Tour of Washington DC Virginia Beach St. Michaels

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YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to Washington DC. Tour Fort McHenry — the site of a Battle in the War of 1812 and the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner. Enjoy an authentic seafood dinner at Bobrooks Restaurant. Arrive at the Hotel Annapolis for a 2-night stay.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of the charming, historic town of Annapolis including United States Naval Academy. See Chesapeake Bay’s iconic screw-pile lighthouses on a bay cruise with box lunch on board. Dinner at Mike’s Crab House.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum & the town of St. Michaels.

Scenic drive to Virginia Beach. Cross the majestic Chesapeake Bay Bridge with views of the Bay & Atlantic Ocean. Arrive at DoubleTree Virginia Beach for a 1-night stay.

Attend the Virginia International Tattoo with over 1500 performers! View military bands, drill teams, drummers, Celtic dancers, choirs and more from around the globe to create a spectacular performance.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Old Cape Henry Lighthouse — the first federally commissioned

construction project in American History. See First Landing Cross which commemorates

“ The hotels and all services were top notch. I went on the Chesapeake Bay tour and covered more sites and history than I had thought I would. JD the tour director knew everyone’s names and gave us a lot of pertinent information about each location we visited. This was a totally no stress trip! I am planning my next tours with American Classic Tours. I would rate this company ten 5 stars if I could!”

— Lynn, April 2019

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he Virginia International Tattoo hosts 1500 performers including military bands, bagpipers, Celtic dancers, drill teams, choirs, and drummers from countries across the world. This one-ofa-kind event combines music, military, and the arts to create an unforgettable experience.

the place where the first English colonists arrived on shore in America. Visit the state-of-theart American Revolution Museum of Yorktown. Arrive at Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel for a 2-night stay. Dinner at Campbell’s Tavern.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided tour of historic Jamestown Settlement established in 1607. Take

a step back in time & experience Colonial Williamsburg.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Tour Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello Estate in the beautiful hills of

Virginia. Enjoy mountain scenery on the Skyline Drive through the Shenandoah National Park. Arrive at the Skyland Resort in Shenandoah National Park for a 1-night stay. Dinner & entertainment at resort.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Resume scenic Skyline Drive. Explore George Washington’s Mount

Vernon Estate. Arrive at the Westin Arlington, VA for a 1-night stay. Enjoy dinner at Filomena’s Restaurant.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Guided tour of Washington D.C. Flight home.

April 26 – May 3, 2023

PRICES $3,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $287.86 to Add Travel Insurance $4,898 Single Occupancy Ì + $352.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/15/23 TOUR: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS 13 MEALS: 7 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 5 DINNERS

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THE BILTMORE ESTATE April 24 – 28, 2023 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì Blue Ridge Mountains

Ì Biltmore House & Gardens Ì Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate Ì Antler Hill Village at the Biltmore Ì Lake Lure Cruise Ì Chimney Rock Overlook Ì Guided Tour of Asheville Ì Billy Graham Library and Home

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PRICES $2,698 Double Occupancy Per Person + $194.26 to Add Travel Insurance $3,198 Single Occupancy + $230.26 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $850 Per Person

TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 8 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 3 DINNERS

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Flight to Charlotte NC. Arrive at the Village Hotel located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate for a 4-night stay. Nestled amidst the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, NC this charming hotel is easily accessible to the estate’s many fine amenities via complimentary shuttle service. Enjoy the Winery at Biltmore, historic farm, Vanderbilt Family Museum, shopping and attractions at Antler Hill Village at Biltmore. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Visit the Biltmore Estate – home of the Vanderbilts. This extraordinary estate comprises 8,000 acres fashioned by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Stroll the magnificent landscaped grounds featuring gardens of blooming flowers, trees, and shrubs.

Designed by famed architect Richard Morris Hunt, the Biltmore Estate is America’s largest home with 65 fireplaces, 43 bathrooms, 34 bedrooms & 3 kitchens. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Enjoy stunning mountainous scenery as you take a cruise on Lake Lure.

Visit legendary, picturesque Chimney Rock Park for breath-taking panoramic views. Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Morning guided tour of Asheville. Time for lunch and shopping in

downtown Asheville. Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel and nearby attractions.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit The Billy Graham Library and Home, Charlotte. Lunch. Flight home.

NEW YORK CITY THEATRE May 10 – 14, 2023

PRICES $3,898 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $280.66 to Add Travel Insurance $4,698 Single Occupancy Ì + $338.26 to Add Travel Insurance

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Flight to New York City.

Enjoy stunning views of Central Park & Manhattan Midtown from the observation deck at the “Top of the Rock” at Rockefeller Center. Arrive at Sheraton New York Hotel, Manhattan for a 4-night stay near Broadway. Dinner in New York City.

Ì Fifth Avenue

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of New York City: Central Park, Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Broadway Theater District, Times Square, Ground Zero, Lower Manhattan, Wall Street, Chinatown & more. Enjoy “Broadway Classroom” — a unique workshop that will enhance your Broadway experience. A cast member and musician who are part of the Broadway Production you will be seeing that evening will teach the choreography, staging and music. Dinner at Carmines in New York City. Evening Theater Production TBA.

Ì Times Square

DAY 3 Breakfast. Discover the Intrepid

DEPOSIT: $1,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 2/1/23 TOUR: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 8 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 3 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì 3 Broadway Shows

Ì Guided Tour of New York City Ì Central Park

Ì 9/11 Memorial & Museum Ì Ellis Island Ì Broadway Classroom Ì Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Ì Top of the Rock Ì 4-Night Stay at Sheraton Manhattan Ì Liberty Island

Sea, Air & Space Museum at Pier 86 in New York City with lunch included here. Highlights include The Intrepid Aircraft Carrier, the Space Shuttle Pavilion, Submarine Growler, and British Airways Concorde. Evening Broadway Theater Production TBA. DAY 4 Breakfast. Ferry to Ellis Island where more than 12 million immigrants entered the

United States from 1892 to 1924. Explore the Ellis Island Immigration Museum which gives voice to the immigrants themselves. Visit Liberty Island to view the Statue of Liberty. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit National September 11 Memorial & Museum. Flight home.

May 10 – 14, 2023

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CALIFORNIA COAST

ENCHANTING NEW MEXICO May 17 – 25, 2023 New Mexico Arizona

Taos Santa Fe

Albuquerque

Texas

White Sands National Park

Las Cruces

El Paso

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì White Sands National Park

Wide open deserts and deep canyons. Rugged mountains and pine forests.

Ancient cliff dwellings and picturesque adobe pueblos. Historic Spanish plazas and colorful southwestern art. Folklore and legend. Billy the Kid and Kit Carson. From south to north this tour features the best treasures of New Mexico.

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Flight to El Paso, Texas. Arrive at Drury Inn, Las Cruces, New Mexico for 1-night stay. Welcome cocktail reception. Dinner at La Posta de Mesilla – listed on the National Historic Registry. This restaurant of southwestern decor is located on Old Mesilla Plaza, site of the confirmation of The Gadsden Purchase and trial of Billy the Kid. DAY 2 Breakfast. Marvel at the dazzling white dunes at White Sands National Park –America’s

Ì La Fonda Hotel

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage

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newest national park. Visit Eagle Ranch/Heart of Desert Pistachio Farm. Dinner at Double Eagle Restaurant ca. 1849, an ornate, antique-filled hacienda where every room tells a story.

Ì Old Mesilla

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Ì Heart of Desert Pistachio Farm

Ì Santa Fe Old Town Plaza Ì Taos Pueblo Ì Sangre de Cristo Mountains Ì Rio Grande Gorge Bridge Ì San Francisco de Asis Mission Ì Bandelier National Monument Ì Rancho De Chimayo Ì El Sanctuario De Chimayo Ì Point Peak Overlook White Rock Ì Georgia O’Keefe Museum Ì Albuquerque Ì Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Ì Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa Ì Sandia Peak Aerial Tram

Museum. Scenic travel through the heart of New Mexico. Arrive at La Fonda Hotel of Santa Fe for a 4-night stay. Located on the historic Old Plaza, this charming hotel features authentic New Mexico architecture and fine amenities. Dinner.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Guided tour of Santa Fe, oldest capital city in

the USA. Visit Loretto Chapel to see The Miraculous Staircase.

Free time at Santa Fe Old Plaza. Dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Explore Taos Pueblo, over 1,000 years old and the most famous of

the pueblos. Taos is scenically located on a high plateau flanked by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Discover Taos Old Town Plaza. Visit the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge and San Francisco de Asis Mission Church ca 1711, to view the “Mystery Painting.” Dinner.

DAY 6

Breakfast. Explore Bandelier National Monument, home to Anasazi cliff dwellings as early as 1,100 AD. Lunch at Rancho De Chimayo. Visit El Sanctuario De Chimayo. Take in the magnificent views at Point Peak Overlook – White Rock. Free evening in Santa Fe.

DAY 7 Breakfast. Visit Georgia O’Keefe Museum. Scenic travel to Albuquerque. Enjoy

Old Town Plaza Albuquerque. Explore the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Arrive at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa for a relaxing 2-night stay. Pueblo-style architecture, southwestern decor, open-air courtyards, working ranch and vistas of mountains and cottonwood forests capture the spirit of New Mexico. Dinner at resort.

DAY 8 Breakfast. Ride the Sandia Peak Aerial Tram. Free afternoon to enjoy the many fine

amenities of the resort. American Classic Farewell Cocktail reception followed by dinner at resort.

DAY 9 Breakfast. Flight home.

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ENCHANTING NEW MEXICO May 17 – 25, 2023

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White Sands is home to a dreamy terrain covered with unforgettable white sand dunes composed of gypsum crystals and beautiful mountain ranges.

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HOLLAND TULIP FESTIVAL May 11 – 13, 2023 HOLLAND TULIP FESTIVAL May 11 – 13, 2023

PRICES $1,098 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $79.06 to Add Travel Insurance $1,398 Single Occupancy Ì + $100.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $400 Per Person

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TOUR: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 5 MEALS: 2 BREAKFASTS, 1 LUNCH, 2 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Ì Veldheer Tulip Gardens

Ì De Klomp Wooden Shoes Ì Delftware Factory Ì The Famous Muziekparade Ì De Zwaan Dutch Windmill Ì Frederik Meijer Gardens Ì Ford Presidential Museum Ì Tulip Time Festival Show Ì Guided City Tour of Holland Ì Tour of Historic Pillar Church Ì Dutch Marktplaats Ì Holland’s Tulip Lanes A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Saugatuck, Michigan. Visit the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids, MI. In addition to the permanent exhibits, a succession of temporary exhibits draw upon the rich holdings of the entire Presidential Libraries System, the Smithsonian Institution, the National Archives, and others. Arrive at Drury Hotel, Grand Rapids, Michigan for two nights. Enjoy dinner in area with entertainment.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Holland, the center of Dutch culture in America. A local guide in Dutch costume highlights the tulip-lined city streets, historic churches, charming neighborhoods, bustling downtown & more. Tour the authentic De Zwaan Dutch Windmill, a 250-year-old working windmill. Also view over 150,000 tulips on 36 acres of manicured gardens, dikes, canals and walking paths. Authentic Dutch food available for lunch here. Marvel at Veldheer Tulip Gardens with its acres of blooming tulips featuring a vast array of types and colors. Tulip bulbs for purchase here. Visit De Klomp Wooden Shoe & Delftware Factory. See craftsmen carve wooden shoes on machines brought over from the Netherlands, as well as artists molding, hand painting & glazing Delftware. Wooden shoes, Delftware & other imported Dutch products sold here. Dinner. Enjoy a Tulip Time Festival Show (TBA).

DAY 3 Breakfast. Visit Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Spring bloom. View the gardens from the comfort of a narrated tram tour. Return to Holland, MI for the grand finale of the Tulip Time Festival — the Muziekparade which is one of Michigan’s largest and most spectacular parades. Free time before the parade to visit the Dutch Marktplaats at the Civic Center. Discover Dutch food, crafts, stage entertainment and more! Afterward enjoy viewing the parade from your reserved seating.

MACKINAC ISLAND June 1 – 6, 2023

PRICES $2,898 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $208.66 to Add Travel Insurance $3,898 Single Occupancy Ì + $280.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $800 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 3/1/23 TOUR: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 12 MEALS: 5 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 5 DINNERS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ì 3-Night stay at the Grand Hotel Ì 3 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners

at the Grand Hotel Ì History Presentation of the Grand Hotel Ì Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Ì Gerald Ford Presidential Museum Ì Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Ì Carriage Ride Tour of Mackinac Island

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

Lunch in Saugatuck, Michigan. Travel to Traverse City, Michigan & enjoy fine dining at Harrington’s by the Bay. Lodging in Traverse City for a 1-night stay.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the lakeshore’s variety of landforms such as sand dune deserts, hardwood forests, cedar swamps & bogs of sphagnum moss and gigantic dunes overlooking Lake Michigan. Free time in Traverse City. Board a Shepler’s Ferry to Mackinac Island with views of the Mackinac Bridge. Step back into the 19th century where transportation is limited to horse & buggy, bicycle or foot. The Victorian atmosphere will enchant you from the moment you step off the dock. Horse drawn carriages will transport you to the world famous Grand Hotel where we will check in for a 3-night stay. Dinner at the Grand Hotel.

DAY 3 Breakfast at the Grand Hotel. Discover the island on a narrated Island Carriage Tour. Free time to get acquainted with Mackinac Island with a visit to Main Street or discover the beautiful Grand Hotel on one of the optional specialty tours (fee may apply).

Dinner at the Grand Hotel.

DAY 4 Breakfast at the Grand Hotel. Free time to visit shops & sights of Mackinac Island.

Enjoy a private presentation on the extensive history of the Grand Hotel from the hotel Historian. Dinner at the Grand Hotel.

DAY 5 Breakfast at the Grand Hotel. Return to the mainland aboard Shepler’s Ferry.

Scenic travel through Michigan. Arrive at the Drury Inn & Suites Grand Rapids for a 1-night stay. Dinner in Grand Rapids.

DAY 6 Breakfast. Visit the Gerald Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids. Narrated

tram tour of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids with free time to explore the exhibits and gift shop.

Lunch at Taste of the Gardens Cafe at the gardens. Return home.

Featuring a 3-Night Stay at The Grand Hotel

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California Sacramento San Francisco

Nevada

Yosemite National Park Kings Canyon National Park

Sequoia National Park

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Ì Old Town Sacramento

Ì California State Railroad Museum Ì California State Capitol Building Ì World Peace Rose Garden Ì Yosemite National Park Ì Mariposa Grove Ì Sequoia National Park Ì General Sherman Tree Ì Kings Canyon National Park

Flight to Sacramento. Step back in time to the Old West at Old Town Sacramento.

Visit the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento. Arrive at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Sacramento next to the California State Capitol Building and the lovely World Peace Rose Garden. Dinner.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Guided tour of California State Capitol building and gardens. Scenic

travel to Yosemite National Park. Arrive at Yosemite area lodging for a 2-night stay. Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Guided history, flora & fauna tour of Yosemite National Park featuring

Half Dome, Glacial Point, Vernal Falls, High Sierra, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls & Bridal Veil Falls. Box lunch. Make the most of your free time at Yosemite National Park with shuttle service to any of these attractions: Yosemite Indian Village for the Indian Cultural Center, Ansel Adams Gallery or Majestic Lodge. Explore Yosemite Valley with a ranger staffed information desk, bookstore, Spirit of Yosemite film, and exhibit hall detailing the park’s geology.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Visit Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park.

Box lunch. Arrive at Wuksachi Lodge in the Sequoia National Park for a 2-night stay. Dinner at lodge with a Living History Performance of stories relating to “Life Under the Big Trees.”

DAY 5 Breakfast. Guided tour of Sequoia National Park with

Ì Guided Tour of San Francisco

a naturalist guide featuring Giant Forest Grove & General Sherman Tree, Big Tree Trail at Round Meadow, box lunch at Wolverton Meadow and Lodgepole Visitor Center. Return to lodge with dinner.

Ì Golden Gate Bridge

DAY 6

Ì General Grant Tree Ì California’s Central Valley Ì Tour at Hillmar Cheese Factory

Ì San Francisco Bay Cruise Ì 2-Night Stay at Westin St. Francis

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Breakfast. Guided tour of Kings Canyon National Park featuring General Grant Tree. Visit Grant Grove Village.

Lunch & tour at Hillmar Chesese Factory. Arrive at the luxurious Westin St. Francis Hotel on Union Square for 2 nights. This hotel is a vibrant, iconic destination in San

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ake guided tours of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks to learn of the flora and fauna of this pristine natural environment and view giant Sequoia trees including the General Sherman Tree (the world’s largest tree) and the General Grant Tree (the world’s second largest tree).

Francisco & the only hotel directly located on Union Square with cable cars stopping just outside their door.

Bridge. Enjoy free time exploring Fisherman’s Wharf. Board the Blue & Gold Fleet vessel for a cruise on San Francisco Bay with incredible views & interesting narration. Dinner.

DAY 8

Breakfast. Flight Home.

 May 10 – 17, 2023  May 17 – 24, 2023

PRICES $4,898 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $352.66 to Add Travel Insurance $5,898 Single Occupancy Ì + $424.66 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/10/23 TOUR: 8 DAYS/ 7 NIGHTS 16 MEALS: 7 BREAKFASTS, 4 LUNCHES, 5 DINNERS

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June 6 – 19, 2023 Fairbanks Denali National Park

Alaska

Anchorage

Yukon

YOUR ITINERARY

Northwest Territories

Haines Seward Glacier Bay Juneau National Park British Misty Fjords Columbia National Monument Ketchikan Vancouver

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Ì Tanana Valley Gold Dredge Tour Ì Chena River Cruise Ì Denali National Park

DAY 1

Flight to Fairbanks, Alaska. Arrive at Pike’s Waterfront Lodge for 2 nights.

Dinner in Fairbanks.

DAY 2 Breakfast. Gold Dredge Tour on Tanana Valley Railroad. Meet Alaskan miners

who explain mining history & pan for gold! Lunch. Chena River Sternwheeler Cruise.

Dinner.

DAY 3 Breakfast. Scenic travel to Denali Visitors Center. Arrive at Grande Denali Lodge for 2 nights. Dinner in Denali.

DAY 4 Breakfast. Tundra Wilderness

Narrated Tour in Denali National Park to search the vast wilderness for bear, caribou & Dall sheep. Lunch & dinner.

DAY 5 Breakfast. Visit Dog Sled Team

Ì Scenic Train Excursion to Anchorage

Kennel to learn about Iditarod. Deluxe dome railcar to Anchorage. Lunch & dinner included aboard train excursion. Arrive at Marriott Hotel Anchorage for a 1-night stay.

Ì Guided Tour of Anchorage

DAY 6 Breakfast. Anchorage guided city tour

Ì Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Ì Visit Dog Sled Team Kennel Ì Mt. Denali (Highest Peak in US)

Ì Lake Hood & Earthquake Park Ì Wild Alaska Salmon Bake Ì White Pass Summit Scenic Railroad Ì Mendenhall Glacier & Orca Point Ì Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve Ì Cruise the Inside Passage Ì Guided Tour of Vancouver

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including Earthquake Park and Lake Hood.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see wildlife up close & personal. Arrive in the coastal city of Whittier to board MS Nieuw Amsterdam to begin a 7-day cruise.

DAY 7 Day at sea aboard Holland America’s

MS Nieuw Amsterdam. Private American Classic Welcome Reception. All meals included aboard the ship.

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fter visiting the interior of Alaska set sail on Holland America’s MS Nieuw Amsterdam for a relaxing 7-day cruise of southeastern Alaska. Experience the luxury of state-of-the art cruise ship amenities and service, fine dining, professional entertainment and your stateroom with private veranda. While cruising the Inside Passage, witness the unique rainforest eco-system, quaint villages, native cultures and majestic glaciers. Three shore excursions included. An American Classic Tour Director will accompany you for the entire trip to ensure a most memorable travel experience.

DAY 8 Narrated scenic tour through Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.

All meals included.

DAY 9 Skagway, Alaska. Shore Excursion: White Pass Summit Scenic Railroad.

All meals included.

DAY 10 Juneau. Shore Excursion: Best of Juneau! Mendenhall Glacier and Wild Alaska

Salmon Bake at Salmon Creek. All meals included.

DAY 11 Ketchikan. Shore Excursion: Explore Misty Fjords National Monument described

by John Muir as the “Yosemite of the North.” All meals included.

DAY 12 Narrated cruise through the Inside Passage. All meals included.

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Vancouver. Dinner.

June 6 – 19, 2023

DAY 14 Flight home.

PRICES $9,298 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $669.46 to Add Travel Insurance $12,698 Single Occupancy Ì + $914.26 to Add Travel Insurance DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 1/5/23 TOUR: 14 DAYS/13 NIGHTS 35 MEALS: 13 BREAKFASTS, 9 LUNCHES, 13 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED

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W H Y C R U I S E W I T H A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S ?

When you cruise abroad with American Classic Tours, you are in the care of your American Classic Tour Director from start to finish. If any unexpected circumstances arise during your trip abroad, your professional Tour Director is right there to assist you.

No hassle with flying abroad on your own. No worries about meeting your cruise director at a foreign airport. No stress making connections to and from the ship. Your experienced American Classic Tour Director will ensure you have a total worry-free experience all along the way.

PARTNERING WITH AMA WATERWAYS We are partnering with Ama Waterways because their brand most closely aligns with our brand— they are known for delivering the highest quality experience, an all-inclusive style, and a special family-like atmosphere. Their state-of-the-art ships are best-in-class among the river cruise lines. All Cruises feature Twin Balconies (Indoor & Outdoor Balconies) Staterooms, Shore Excursions, Meals, Beer & Wine, Entertainment & Enrichment and Gratuities Are Included.

A CRUISE FOR WINE ENTHUSIASTS AND FOODIES

Averaging less than 80 staterooms, Ama Waterways offers the luxury of personal space in larger staterooms. With fewer guests on board, Ama’s ships have space for luxurious amenities. Relax with a soothing massage after a day of exploring, stay in shape with a small group wellness activity, watch breathtaking castles glide by while enjoying a cocktail up on the Sun Deck.

Ama Waterways expert chefs craft menus that feature exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine as well as traditional, Western offerings.

You will enjoy complimentary, unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner, as well as sparkling wine and freshsqueezed juices during breakfast. Ama hand picks only the highest quality wines and pairs them with their cuisine. Their reds and whites are of the highest quality and come from local wineries and vineyards. It is a fantastic way to savor the flavor of each region you are visiting.

MORE VIEWS: TWIN BALCONIES ON ALL CRUISES Sophisticated, contemporary, and elegantly appointed, your spacious stateroom serves as your personal oasis for rejuvenation. Most of the staterooms in Ama’s fleet feature not just one, but two private balconies — a French balcony and a full outside balcony. Together, they provide a unique panoramic view of the beautiful sights along the river while inviting both fresh air and natural light inside. With twin balconies, you can enjoy the river however you wish.

HIGHER ACTIVIT Y LEVEL

International tours are significantly more active requiring considerably more walking, stairs, steep inclines and uneven terrain. All travelers must be in good, robust health to be able to participate in these tours.

Handicapped facilities are not available on board Ama ships or in many places visited on the cruises and cruise tours Ama offers.

EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE: MORE INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSIONS On a river cruise, you don’t just pass through a destination — you experience it with all your senses. Each one of Ama’s sailings is crafted with a paramount goal in mind: connecting you to the essence of life in each place you visit. Ama always make it a point to place guests in small groups. This helps facilitate access to sights and landmarks, a more intimate setting, and more encounters with the locals. Ama is known for having multiple excursions to choose from at each port city.

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10 Days

COLORS OF PROVENCE April 24 – May 7, 2023 Paris

Spain

France

Lyon Vienne Tournon Avignon Arles Camargue Montserrat Barcelona

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F LI G H T TO PA R I S , F R A N C E .

DAY 2 PA R I S Arrive in Paris for a 3-night stay. Evening at leisure.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 3 PA R I S Guided tour of Paris to see signature sites including Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more. (B)

Ì Arc de Triomphe & Eiffel Tower

DAY 4 PA R I S Visit Montmartre, the city’s premier artist’s enclave. Evening illumination tour of Paris, the “City of Light.” (B)

Ì Paris Evening Illumination Tour

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7 Night Rhone River Cruise aboard the AmaKristina 3 Night Pre-Cruise in Paris 3 Night Post-Cruise in Barcelona

Ì Montmartre Ì Atelier des Lumieres Ì Lyon Guided Tour Ì Beaujolais Wine Region Ì Augustus and Livia Roman Temples Ì St. Pierre Abbey Ì Gorge du Doux Scenic Train Ì Ancient Roman Ruins of Arles Ì Castle of Tarascon Ì Van Gogh Walking Tour Ì Camargue National Park Ì Avignon Papal Palace Ì Pont du Gard – Roman Aqueduct Ì Barcelona Guided Tour Ì La Sagrada Familia Ì Santa Maria de Montserrat

DAY 5 C R U I S E B E G I N S – E M B A R K AT I O N I N LYO N , F R A N C E Board the TGV high-speed train from Paris to Lyon. Embark the ship in Lyon for your Colors of Provence Cruise. (B, D) DAY 6 LYO N Discover dynamic Lyon, starting in Fourvière Hill, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the 19th-century basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Guided walking tour through the St. Jean district with its unique covered walkways, known as “traboules.” (B, L, D) DAY 7 V I LLE F R A N C H E S U R - S AO N E , F R A N C E

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known as the Pays d’Or or “land of the golden stones.” Wine tasting at a traditional winery and learn about the history of the vineyard. (B, L, D) DAY 8 V I E N N E , F R A N C E Tour of ancient Roman ruins including the amazingly

well-preserved Augustus and Livia Temple. See Saint Maurice Cathedral, a Gothic church that took more than 500 years to build, and St. Pierre Abbey—one of the oldest surviving churches in France. (B, L, D) DAY 9 TO U R N O N , F R A N C E Scenic train ride past magnificent landscapes carved along the Gorge du Doux, or visit Le Château de Tournon for a presentation and tasting on the pairing of red wine and chocolate. (B, L, D) DAY 10 A R LE S – TA R A S C O N , F R A N C E Provençal town Tarascon is known for its medieval architecture and charming tales. Walking tour of the Roman ruins of Arles such as its Roman Amphitheater and the Church of Saint Trophime or special Van Gogh walking tour. See the enchanting medieval fortress, Castle of Tarascon. Visit Camargue National Park, a protected natural territory that lines the Mediterranean Sea south of Arles. Enjoy an evening illuminations cruise in Avignon. (B, L, D) DAY 11 AV I G N O N Avignon, aptly named the “City of Popes,” was the center of the

DAY 12 C R U I S E E N D S – D I S E M B A R K AT I O N I N AV I G N O N – B A R C E LO N A , S PA I N Disembark your ship in Avignon. Take a high-speed train from Avignon to

COLORS OF PROVENCE April 24 – May 7, 2023

Barcelona. Arrive in Barcelona for a 3-night stay. Evening at leisure. (B)

PRICES

DAY 13 B A R C E LO N A Barcelona, bustling capital of Catalonia, is an artist’s, architect’s,

$10,998 Double Occupancy Per Person

foodie’s, historian’s and culturist’s dream. Tour the cobblestoned lanes of the Gothic Quarter in the medieval city center and Las Ramblas. See Antoni Gaudí’s imaginative architectural creations including La Sagrada Familia. (B) DAY 14 B A R C E LO N A Excursion to the mountain, Montserrat, home to the Benedictine

monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, officially founded in 1025. View the famous Black Madonna sculpture. Once atop the mountain, experience an indescribable view of the Catalonia landscape. (B) DAY 15 F LI G H T H O M E F R O M B A R C E LO N A , S PA I N .

Ì + $791.86 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 11/15/22 TOUR: 15 DAYS/13 NIGHTS 26 MEALS: 13 BREAKFASTS, 6 LUNCHES, 7 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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Catholic Church in the 14th century when its “Palais des Papes” was the equivalent of today’s Vatican. Avignon guided walking tour including the Papal Palace and well-preserved medieval walls surrounding the historic center of town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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CAPTIVATING RHINE July 24 – August 7, 2023 Netherlands

Zaanse Schans Amsterdam

Germany

Cologne

Rüdesheim

France

Strasbourg Basel

Heidelberg Black Forest

YOUR ITINERARY

Zurich Lucerne

DAY 1

F LI G H T TO A M S T E R DA M , N E T H E R L A N D S .

DAY 2 A M S T E R DA M Arrive at hotel in Amsterdam for 2-night stay. Evening at leisure.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 3 A M S T E R DA M Walking tour of Amsterdam with its iconic meandering canals, bridges and distinctive architecture. (B)

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Switzerland

7 Night Rhine River Cruise aboard the AmaLucia 2 Night Pre-Cruise in Amsterdam 4 Night Post-Cruise in Lucerne & Zurich

Ì Zaanse Schans Historic Village

DAY 4 C R U I S E B E G I N S – E M B A R K AT I O N I N A M S T E R DA M Visit Zaanse Schans.

Authentic windmills and houses were relocated to this picturesque area, creating a typical 17th- to 18th-century village. Embark ship to begin your Captivating Rhine Cruise. (B, D)

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Ì Amsterdam Canal Cruise Ì Cologne Guided Tour

Ì Cologne Cathedral & Rathaus Ì Rhine River Gorge Ì Rüdesheim Wine Tasting Ì Niederwalddenkmal Aerial Gondola Ì Siegfried’s Musical Instrument Museum Ì Heidelberg Castle & Great Vat Ì Speyer & Altpörtel Ì Neckar River Valley

DAY 5 A M S T E R DA M Enjoy an Amsterdam canal cruise before setting sail out of the city.

(B, L, D) DAY 6 C O LO G N E , G E R M A N Y Guided tour of Old Town Cologne. Explore Cologne Cathedral, one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces. Continue to Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall. Visit a local tavern for a taste of the city’s famous Kolsch Beer and reibekuchen mit apfelmus, potato pancakes served with applesauce. (B, L, D)

Ì Strasbourg Guided Tour

DAY 7 R H I N E G O R G E – R Ü D E S H E I M , G E R M A N Y Cruise the stunningly beautiful

Ì Village of Riquewihr

Rhine Gorge to the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Savor a wine tasting from the town’s iconic vineyards or soar high above via the Niederwalddenkmal gondola ride. Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum and its collection of self-playing musical instruments or taste the town’s special delight, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B, L, D)

Ì Freiburg’s Münster Ì Black Forest Ì Basel Guided Tour Ì Lucerne Guided Tour Ì Zurich Guided Tour

DAY 8 LU DW I G S H A F E N , G E R M A N Y Visit Heidelberg, a perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle

and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask, or visit Speyer and the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel. (B, L, D) DAY 9 S T R A S B O U R G , F R A N C E Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Panoramic tour past the Parc de l’Orangerie, European Parliament, Place de la République, and Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Stroll Strasbourg’s iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. (B, L, D) DAY 10 B R E I S AC H , G E R M A N Y Step back in time while in the enchanting 16th century Alsatian town of Riquewihr and its famous Dolder Gate, or visit Freiburg, founded in 1120, and home to the Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral with “the most beautiful spire on earth.” (B, L, D) DAY 11 C R U I S E E N D S – D I S E M B A R K AT I O N I N B A S E L , S W I T Z E R L A N D

Disembark ship followed by a guided tour of Basel. Arrive in Lucerne for a walking tour to discover this pristine city. Arrive at hotel in Lucerne for a 2-night stay. (B) DAY 12 LU C E R N E , S W I T Z E R L A N D See iconic Lion Monument, sculpted in memory of Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. See spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)

Switzerland’s largest city, and visit Old Town, known for its medieval houses, churches and the modern Bahnhofstrasse. (B) DAY 15 F LI G H T H O M E F R O M Z U R I C H .

(B)

CAPTIVATING RHINE July 24 – August 7, 2023

PRICES $10,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $791.86 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 2/15/23 TOUR: 15 DAYS/13 NIGHTS 26 MEALS: 13 BREAKFASTS, 6 LUNCHES, 7 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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DAY 13 LU C E R N E – Z U R I C H , S W I T Z E R L A N D Depart Lucerne and travel to Zurich.

Scenic lake cruise. Arrive at hotel in Zurich for a 2-night stay. (B)

DAY 14 Z U R I C H Guide tour of Zurich,

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Prague

Czech Republic Dürnstein Slovakia

Vilshofen Passau Bratislava Grein Vienna Salzburg Austria Budapest

Hungary

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

F LI G H T TO B U DA P E S T, H U N G A RY.

DAY 2 B U DA P E S T Arrive at hotel in Budapest for 2-night stay. Evening at leisure.

DAY 3 B U DA P E S T Budapest, “Queen of the Danube,” is one of Europe’s most regal and storied cities with most of its iconic sights just off the banks of the Danube. (B)

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Ì Budapest Guided Tour

7 Night Danube River Cruise aboard the AmaViola 2 Night Pre-Cruise in Budapest 3 Night Post-Cruise in Prague

Ì Hungarian Parliament Building

DAY 4 B U DA P E S T – E M B A R K AT I O N Embark ship to begin your Melodies of the

Ì Great Market Hall

Danube Cruise. (B, D)

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Ì Heroes Square and Castle Hill Ì Bratislava Guided Tour Ì Tastes of Slovakia Tour Ì Vienna Guided Tour Ì Vienna Opera House Ì Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs Ì Melk Abbey Ì Strudengau Valley

DAY 5 B U DA P E S T Guided tour of Budapest features the Great Market Hall, Heroes’ Square, Castle Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion, Mattias Church as well as both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. (B, L, D) DAY 6 B R AT I S L AVA , S LOVA K I A Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title “Coronation City of Kings.” Join a special “Tastes of Slovakia” tour. (B, L, D)

Ì Greinburg Castle

DAY 7 V I E N N A , AU S T R I A The “City of Waltzes” tour

Ì Salzburg Guided Tour

showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. (B, L, D)

Ì Passau Guided Tour Ì Vilshofen Oktoberfest Celebration Ì Prague Castle Ì Hundertwasser Dancing House Ì Prague Old Market Square Ì Czech Beer Tasting

DAY 8 W E I S S E N K I R C H E N – G R E I N , AU S T R I A Walking tour of Dürnstein and the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey or enjoy a wine tasting paired with special apricot treats from a local boutique.

Sail through the Strudengau Valley to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the 500-year-old Greinburg Castle. Enjoy a folklore show and wine reception. (B, L, D) DAY 9 LI N Z , AU S T R I A Guided tour of Salzburg including, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, the Old Market and stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael. Or join a walking tour of the old city of Linz and by the Mozart House. Or visit charming Cesky Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border. (B, L, D) DAY 10 PA S S AU, G E R M A N Y – V I L S H O F E N Passau walking tour to

see the Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Cruise to Vilshofen for a festive Oktoberfest celebration-an Ama Waterways exclusive. (B, L, D) DAY 11 V I L S H O F E N – D I S E M B A R K AT I O N – R E G E N S B U R G – P R AG U E , C Z E C H R E P U B L I C Depart

the ship and travel to Regensburg, one of Germany’s bestpreserved medieval cities, for a guided walking tour. Arrive at hotel in Prague for 3-night stay. (B) DAY 12 P R AG U E Experience the wonders of Prague’s historic city center, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a city tour. See Rudolfinum and the Hundertwasser Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square and the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock. (B) DAY 13 P R AG U E Beer has a long and illustrious history

DAY 14 F LI G H T H O M E F R O M P R AG U E . (B)

MELODIES OF THE DANUBE September 13 – 26, 2023

PRICES $10,598 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $763.06 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 4/1/23 TOUR: 14 DAYS/12 NIGHTS 25 MEALS: 12 BREAKFASTS, 6 LUNCHES, 7 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED

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in the Czech Republic with the first brewery known to have existed in 993. More than 100 breweries with a combination of big names and micro establishments offer a huge range of styles. Enjoy a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes Czech beer some of the very best in the world. (B)

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November 30 – December 11, 2023 Netherlands Germany

Amsterdam

Cologne

Rüdesheim

France

Strasbourg Basel

YOUR ITINERARY

Heidelberg

DAY 1

Black Forest

Switzerland

7 Night Rhine River Cruise aboard the AmaSerena 3-Night Pre-Cruise in Lake Como, Italy

Italy Lake Como

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Ì Guided Tour of Como Ì Cruise Lake Como

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Ì Bellagio Ì Basel Guided Tour Ì Riquewihr & Dolder Gate Ì Freiburg’s Münster Ì Strasbourg Guided Tour Ì Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame Ì Heidelberg Guided Tour Ì Neckar River Valley Ì Medieval Speyer Ì Siegfried’s Musical Museum Ì Rüdesheim Vineyards Ì Niederwalddenkmal Aerial Gondola Ì Rhine River Gorge Ì Lahneck Castle

F LI G H T TO M I L A N , I TA LY.

DAY 2 L A K E C O M O, I TA LY Arrive at hotel in Lake Como, Italy for a 3-night stay.

Evening at leisure.

DAY 3 L A K E C O M O Explore Lake Como, a former glacial lake and popular resort area

for the rich and famous since Roman times. Gaze at the azure waters and impressive villas that line the lakeside from the hills above and perhaps recognize the scenery from such Hollywood blockbusters as Ocean’s Twelve and Casino Royale. (B) DAY 4 L A K E C O M O Scenic cruise along Lake Como to its stunning pearl, Bellagio. This intimate village offers postcard-perfect views whether you choose to stroll along the lakeside or venture up hill to its cobbled streets. (B) DAY 5 L A K E C O M O – B A S E L , S W I T Z E R L A N D – E M B A R K AT I O N TO B E G I N C R U I S E En route to Basel, be treated to a Bellinzona orientation tour. Once you arrive in Basel, embark your ship for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise. (B) DAY 6 LU C E R N E – B A S E L – LU C E R N E , S W I T Z E R L A N D Tour Basel, long an important university, banking and trade center, to its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes or explore Lucerne to see its see its Lion Monument – the figure of a dying lion carved into a hillside in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution in 1792 – which Mark Twain described as “the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.” You’ll also see Lucerne’s spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B, L, D)

Ì Cologne Cathedral

DAY 7 S T R A S B O U R G , F R A N C E Strasbourg is especially alluring during the season

Ì Cologne Guided Tour

of Advent. The Christkindelsmärik dates back to 1570, the oldest Christmas market

Ì Amsterdam Canal Cruise

in France. Guided city tour past Parc de l’Orangerie, European Parliament and Place de la Republique. Stroll the lovely “La Petite France” district to see the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Visit Gengenbach Christmas Market where, every year, locals count down to Christmas with a 24day, larger-than-life Advent calendar. (B, L, D) DAY 8 LU DW I G S H A F E N – R Ü D E S H E I M , G E R M A N Y Visit Heidelberg, a perfectly

preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley. Or, discover historic Speyer and its charming Christmas markets. Later sail to the winemaking town of Rüdesheim, to savor the village’s sweet wine or special delight, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with whipped cream and brandy. (B, L, D) DAY 9 R Ü D E S H E I M – R H I N E G O R G E S C E N I C C R U I S I N G – L A H N S T E I N , G E R M A N Y Visit Siegfried’s whimsical Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or soar

high above the town via gondola. Enjoy Christmas traditions from all over the world at Rüdesheim Christmas Market. Scenic cruising through the breath-taking Rhine Gorge to see beautiful scenery and historic castles. Tour Lahneck Castle. (B, L, D) DAY 10 C O LO G N E , G E R M A N Y Guided tour of Old Town Cologne. Explore Cologne Cathedral, one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces and enjoy Cologne’s Christmas Market, one of the largest and most renowned Christmas markets in Europe. Or visit a local tavern for a taste of the city’s famous Kolsch Beer and reibekuchen mit apfelmus, potato pancakes served with applesauce. (B, L, D) DAY 11 A M S T E R DA M Cruise the iconic canals of Amsterdam considered the “Venice of the North” to admire the historic architecture along the way. Taste local specialties at one of Amsterdam’s grand cafés. (B, L, D) DAY 12 D I S E M B A R K AT I O N – F LI G H T H O M E F R O M A M S T E R DA M . (B)

November 30 – December 11, 2023

PRICES $9,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $719.86 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $1,500 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 7/1/23 TOUR: 12 DAYS/10 NIGHTS 23 MEALS: 10 BREAKFASTS, 6 LUNCHES, 7 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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W H Y C R U I S E W I T H A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S ?

When you cruise abroad with American Classic Tours, you are in the care of your American Classic Tour Director from start to finish. If any unexpected circumstances arise during your trip abroad, your professional Tour Director is right there to assist you. No hassle with flying abroad on your own. No worries about meeting your cruise director at a foreign airport. No stress making connections to and from the ship. Your experienced American Classic Tour Director will ensure you have a total worry-free experience all along the way.

PARTNERING WITH VIKING & OCEANIA CRUISES We are partnering with Viking and Oceania Cruise Lines because we know you will appreciate their sophisticated, small-ship approach to ocean cruising. Because their ships are smaller than most ocean cruise lines, Viking and Oceania can take you closer to the heart of the place you want to visit so you can explore with more time in port. All Cruises feature Staterooms with Private Veranda Balcony, Shore Excursions, Meals, Beer & Wine, Entertainment & Enrichment and Gratuities Are Included.

WORLD - CLASS EXCURSIONS

A cruise should be more than just a trip – it should be a doorway to cultural insight and personal enrichment. Created for curious, experienced travelers, Viking and Oceania’s Cruises are marked by their emphasis on learning and personal enrichment. By partnering with some of the world’s leading cultural organizations, Viking and Oceania bring you a curated onboard experience to complement your time ashore. With itineraries designed to help you explore and engage with your destination through its food, culture, countryside, and customs, you’ll return home with a feeling of satisfaction that comes with broadening your horizons.

Shore excursions are included at every port when you cruise with American Classic. Featuring marquee favorites and off-the-beatenpath places, our shore excursions provide fascinating insights into local life. Enjoy privileged access to world-renowned museums, private homes and palaces, and behind-the-scenes access to cultural performances of folklore, ballet, opera and more. Whether you love outdoor adventures, explorations that uncover the region’s fascinating history, or experiences that invite you to taste the local cuisine, our shore excursions suit every passion and travel style.

DESTINATION-FOCUSED DINING

STATE- OF -THE-ART SMALL SHIPS

Engage your senses and open a window to the essence of the place you’re visiting with destination-focused dining. Viking and Oceania’s highly trained chefs are passionate about food and committed to providing enriching culinary experiences, whether regional specialties or always available classics. Featuring lovely dining areas and hospitable, attentive, and personalized service, Oceania and Viking are known for some of the best dining in the cruise industry.

Viking and Oceania are both consistently voted among the top small ship ocean cruise lines in the world. Because Oceania and Viking ships are smaller than the mega-liner ocean cruise ships, you will sail into the heart of your destination, giving you more time to explore in port. Marked by luxury and defined by an attention to detail, Viking and Oceania’s state-of-the-art ships provide you with a home away from home, allowing you to relax and rejuvenate onboard.

HIGHER ACTIVIT Y LEVEL

International tours are significantly more active requiring considerably more walking, stairs, steep inclines and uneven terrain. All travelers must be in good, robust health to be able to participate in these tours. Handicapped facilities are not available in many places visited on these cruises.

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BRITISH ISLES EXPLORER August 5 – 21, 2023 Shetland Islands

Bergen

Orkney Islands

Norway

The Highlands (Ullapool)

The Highlands

(Invergordon)

Belfast

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Edinburgh Liverpool Holyhead England London Dover

14-Night Cruise Aboard Viking Neptune YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

F LI G H T TO B E R G E N , N O R WAY.

DAY 2 B E R G E N Arrive at hotel in Bergen for 1-night stay. Evening at leisure.

DAY 3 B E R G E N – E M B A R K AT I O N I N B E R G E N Embark in Bergen. With your ship

berthed next to Bryggen wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can easily stroll along its waterfront once you’ve settled in to your veranda stateroom. This evening mingle with the locals and dine ashore (B, D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 4 B E R G E N See beautiful 18th-century wooden houses, the Hanseatic Museum and Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s famous composer Edvard Grieg. (B, L, D)

Ì Buckingham Palace

Ì White Cliffs of Dover

DAY 5 S H E T L A N D I S L A N D S ( LE R W I C K ), S C OT L A N D Admire the rugged beauty of these remote island outposts and meet their famous residents – Shetland ponies. Visit archaeological site Jarlshof—evidence of Viking presence. Sail aboard a replica Viking longship and try your hand at rowing for a true Viking experience. (B, L, D)

Ì Dublin, Ireland

DAY 6 T H E H I G H L A N D S ( I N V E R G O R D O N ), S C OT L A N D The Highlands are one of

Ì London, England Ì Canterbury Ì Windsor Castle

Ì Holyhead, Wales Ì Liverpool Ì Belfast, Northern Ireland Ì Highlands of Scotland Ì Loch Ness Ì Orkney Islands Ì Edinburgh Ì St. Andrews Ì Shetland Islands Ì Bergen, Norway

Europe’s most sparsely populated regions. View Loch Ness, legendary home of the elusive monster, and historic ruins of Urquhart Castle. (B, L, D) DAY 7 E D I N B U R G H , S C OT L A N D Scotland’s capital is marked by medieval and neoclassical beauty, gracefully set among rocky hills and gracious green ribbons of park.

Browse the Royal Mile connecting Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. See medieval St. Andrews, birthplace of golf. (B, L, D) DAY 8 O R K N E Y I S L A N D S ( K I R K WA LL ), S C OT L A N D Ruled by Vikings from 9th to

13th century, the Orkney Islands are home to Standing Stones of Stenness, a 5,000-year-old circle of stones. Visit Stone Age settlement of Skara Brae. (B, L, D) DAY 9 T H E H I G H L A N D S ( U LL A P O O L ), S C OT L A N D Cruise scenic Western Isles and explore Ullapool. Dramatic mountain peaks dwarf this former herring port village. Tour

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the village-dotted Wester Ross landscape, passing pristine lakes, craggy massifs and tranquil castles. (B, L, D) DAY 10 B E LFA S T, N O R T H E R N I R E L A N D Belfast is a blend of Victorian

flair and Irish charm. See Cathedral Quarter, City Hall, and St. George’s Market. Visit Giant’s Causeway, a spectacular seaside formation of 40,000 conjoined basalt columns. (B, L, D) DAY 11 LI V E R P O O L , E N G L A N D

Discover birthplace of the Beatles. See neoclassical St. George’s Hall, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, and the “Three Graces.” (B, L, D) DAY 12 H O LY H E A D, WA L E S Located within a walled Roman fort on the northwestern tip of Wales, Holyhead is home to St. Cybi’s Church, the Holyhead Maritime Museum, and a cozy, coastal Welsh ambiance. (B, L, D) DAY 13 D U B L I N , I R E L A N D Tour the Republic of Ireland’s charismatic capital, to see Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Dublin Castle. (B, L, D) DAY 14 S C E N I C C R U I S I N G : E N G L I S H C H A N N E L Cruise the Irish Sea and the Celtic Sea. Round the shores of Wales and England and enter English Channel and the Strait of Dover. (B, L, D) DAY 15 D OV E R , E N G L A N D Visit Canterbury, made famous by

Geoffrey Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, to see shrine of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket. Or discover Sissinghurst Castle and Garden, an Elizabethan-era mansion. (B, L, D) DAY 16 LO N D O N , E N G L A N D Discover London: Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Or journey into countryside to visit Windsor Castle. (B, L, D) DAY 17 LO N D O N – D I S E M B A R K AT I O N –

BRITISH ISLES EXPLORER August 5 – 21, 2023

PRICES $11,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $863.86 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Availability Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 8/1/22 TOUR: 17 DAYS/15 NIGHTS 42 MEALS: 15 BREAKFASTS, 13 LUNCHES, 14 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN August 11 – 26, 2023 France Venice Monte Carlo Portofino Croatia Saint-Tropez Italy Zadar Marseille Barcelona Spain

Rome

Kotor

Amalfi/Positano

Tirana Greece

Taormina

Argostoli

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Ì Roman Ruins in Old Town Zadar Ì Old Town Kotor & St. Tryphon

Cathedral Ì Fortress of Justinian Ì Drapano Bridge and Lighthouse of St. Theodore Ì Sicily and Mount Etna Ì Almalfi Coast Ì Roman Coliseum & Roman Forum Ì Vatican City Ì Portofino & Santa Margherita Ì Casino de Monte-Carlo Ì Charming Countryside of Provence Ì Nice, Cannes or St. Paul de Vence Ì Marseille’s Old Port Ì Papal Palace in Avignon Ì Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia Ì Las Ramblas & Passeig de Garcia A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

1-Night Pre-Cruise in Venice 1-Night Post-Cruise in Barcelona 12-Night Cruise Aboard the Oceania Nautica YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1

F LI G H T TO V E N I C E , I TA LY.

DAY 2 V E N I C E Arrive in Venice for a 1-night stay. Free evening at your leisure.

DAY 3 V E N I C E – E M B A R K AT I O N Savor the beauty of Venice as you glide along its canals and under its bridges, opulent palazzi and elegant churches lining the route. Admire the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Embark on your Mediterranean Cruise (B, D) DAY 4 Z A DA R , C R OAT I A Zadar offers beautiful beaches, charming promenades, preserved ancient architecture and fascinating historical monuments. Roman aqueducts, forums and temples surround the old town. (B, L, D) DAY 5 KOTO R , M O N T E N E G R O Kotor is a walled medieval city of twisting, pink-paved

streets and architecture reflecting Byzantine to Venetian influences. Tour the imposing St. Tryphon Cathedral, consecrated in 1166. (B, L, D) DAY 6 T I R A N A , A LB A N I A Tour the National Museum of History with archaeological artifacts going back as far as 100,000 years or jump ahead a few millennia and relive the Byzantine era at the Fortress of Justinian. (B, L, D) DAY 7 A R G O S TO LI , G R E E C E This capital of the island of Cephalonia resides in a sheltered bay along Koutavos Lagoon. See the Drapano Bridge and Lighthouse of Saint Theodore. (B, L, D) DAY 8 S I C I LI Y, I TA LY See the famed Greek theater and its fantastic view of Mount Etna.

Venture into the countryside and its lovely hill towns, one with a Norman castle built of black lava, and visit beautiful old Catania. (B, L, D)

DAY 9 A LM A LF I , I TA LY Discover chic

Positano with its relaxed, sophisticated air and white Moorish-style houses clinging to steep slopes around a sparkling bay filled with colorful fishing boats. (B, L, D) DAY 1 0 R O M E , I TA LY Travel to Rome

and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica with Michelangelo's Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

(B, L, D) DAY 1 1 P O R TO F I N O, I TA LY Stroll

through picturesque Portofino and Santa Margherita. Be awed by the stunning scenery as you explore the beautiful coastal resorts of Ravello, Sestri Levante or San Fruttuoso. (B, L, D) DAY 1 2 M O N T E C A R LO, M O N AC O

Travel along Grand Corniche with its stunning views of Monaco and the Old City.

See the Grimaldi Palace and the Casino. Explore the wonderful old villages along the Côte d'Azur from Nice to medieval Eze or Cannes, Grasse and lovely St. Paul de Vence. (B, L, D) DAY 13 S A I N T-T R O P E Z , F R A N C E Enjoy the exquisite hilly Provençal countryside and its charming villages with their narrow stepped streets, lovely churches and stunning scenic views. Visit a local winery or take a drive along the rugged coast and revel in the wonderful views of the beaches, the landscape, the islands and the magnificent forested ridges of the Massif des Maures. (B, L, D) DAY 14 P R OV E N C E , F R A N C E Discover historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis or venture into the celebrated Provençal countryside with its fields of lavender and sunflowers. Explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and its Papal Palace. (B, L, D) DAY 15 D I S E M B A R K AT I O N — B A R C E LO N A , S PA I N Visit the the amazing

DAY 16 B A R C E LO N A – F L I G H T H O M E (B)

WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN August 11 – 26, 2023

PRICES $11,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $863.86 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Availability Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 4/1/2023 TOUR: 16 DAYS/14 NIGHTS 38 MEALS: 14 BREAKFASTS, 11 LUNCHES, 12 DINNERS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona's famed downtown promenade. Arrival at Barcelona hotel for 1-night stay. (B)

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GREEK ODYSSEY November 2 – 14, 2023

1-Night Pre-Cruise in Athens, Greece Turkey 10-Night Cruise Aboard the Viking Venus

Thessaloniki Greece Volos Athens Nafplio

Ephesus Santorini

Rhodes

Souda Bay

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

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Ì Acropolis in Athens Ì Temple of Zeus Ì Parthenon Ì Mt. Olympus Ì Mt. Athos

Ì City of Pella and Royal Tombs of Vergina Ì Library of Celsus Ì Byzantine Basilica of St. John Ì Legendary Home of Virgin Mary Ì Temple of Apollo Ì Palace of the Grand Masters Ì Hot Thermal Springs of Palea Kameni Ì Greek Winery Tour & Tasting Ì Palace of Knossos Ì Greek Olive Oil Factory Tour Ì Incredible Island Scenery Throughout Ì Ancient Center of Panhellenic Games

in Nemea A M E R I C A N C L A S S I C TO U R S .C O M

YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 F LI G H T TO AT H E N S , G R E E C E DAY 2 AT H E N S Arrive in Athens for a 1-night stay. Free evening at your leisure.

DAY 3 AT H E N S – E M B A R K AT I O N Visit the Hellenic Parliament, Syntagma (Constitution) Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus or the iconic Acropolis. Embarkation in Athens. (B, D) DAY 4 AT H E N S Journey into ancient Athens to see Mikrolimano Marina, the bustling

Plaka District at the base of the Acropolis. Explore the Parthenon, a UNESCO site. (B, L, D) DAY 5 VO LO S , G R E E C E See the local archaeology museum and the beautiful Mt. Pelion

region, just outside Volos. See the stunning scenery of Meteora, where medieval monasteries stand precariously on hilltops, or explore the ancient religious center of Dion located on the foothills of Mt. Olympus, the home of the gods. (B, L, D) DAY 6 T H E S S A LO N I K I , G R E E C E Walk the vibrant waterfront promenade with its many cafés and restaurants. Enjoy the sunset from the Byzantine walls or admire the neoclassical mansions of the old Jewish Quarter or travel to the City of Pella and Royal Tombs of Vergina to see the remains of ancient Macodonia Kingdom of Alexander the Great.

DAY 7 S C E N I C S A I LI N G : M T. AT H O S Sail past the majestic slopes of Mt. Athos, a

UNESCO World Heritage Site and the spiritual capital of Orthodox Christianity. Called the “Holy Mountain,” this peninsula has been a revered monastic site for centuries. Enjoy scenic views of the mountain and the ancient monasteries that line the coastal cliffs before continuing on into the Aegean Sea. (B, L, D) DAY 8 E P H E S U S , T U R K E Y Stroll the uneven streets of this once-powerful metropolis

and pass sights such as the massive Great Theater and the magnificent Library of Celsus.

Visit the remains of the Byzantine Basilica of St. John and see the modest home where legend states that the Virgin Mary lived out her final days or take a scenic drive to the Oracle of Didyma and the Temple of Apollo. (B, L, D) DAY 9 R H O D E S , G R E E C E This “Island of Knights” prospered from the wealth brought here from the Holy Land by the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem. Follow the Street of the Knights to the most imposing building in Rhodes: the Palace of the Grand Masters, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B, L, D) DAY 1 0 S A N TO R I N I , G R E E C E Journey to the top of Mt. Profitis where you can take in spectacular views of the island, the Aegean Sea and the summit’s monastery. Explore the capital of Thíra. Visit the hot thermal springs of Palea Kameni island and enjoy the most remarkable swim of your life or visit a Greek vineyard for a tour and tasting. (B, L, D) DAY 1 1 C R E T E , G R E E C E Visit the remnants of the once-grand

Palace of Knossos, the center of the Minoan kingdom that ruled over the island of Crete from approximately 2600 to 1100 BC. Tour an olive oil factory and winery to learn how these ancient Cretan traditions have been influenced by modern production techniques.

Or visit Chania’s Old Town to see the influences of former rulers such as the Venetians and Ottomans. (B, L, D)

DAY 1 3 F LI G H T F R O M AT H E N S , G R E E C E

GREEK ODYSSEY November 2 – 14, 2023

PRICES $9,998 Double Occupancy Per Person Ì + $769.08 to Add Travel Insurance LIMITED Single Occupancy Availability Ì Call for Availability DEPOSIT: $2,000 Per Person FINAL PAYMENT DATE: 11/1/2022 TOUR: 13 DAYS/11 NIGHTS 30 MEALS: 11 BREAKFASTS, 9 LUNCHES, 10 DINNERSS PASSPORT REQUIRED P LE A S E C A LL 8 47. 5 4 8 . 3 3 3 3

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DAY 1 2 N A F P LI O, G R E E C E Explore the narrow streets of the Old Town and discover the charms of its Venetian homes and Byzantine churches. Journey to Palamidi, an imposing fortress towering over the city, to view its sweeping vistas. Or travel to the Peloponnese peninsula, an ancient area rich in history, including the mighty citadel of Mycenae, the ruined spa town of Epidaurus and the ancient center of the Panhellenic Games in Nemea. (B, L, D)

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READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY? HOW TO MAKE A RESERVATION #1 CHOOSE YOUR TRIP Flip through this catalog and find your dream destination!

#2 CALL AMERICAN CLASSIC TOURS AT 847.548.3333 One of our trip specialists will be glad to take your reservation over the phone and answer any questions regarding a tour you are considering. Or contact your group leader or travel agent.

American Classic Tour Director Suzette Horyza at Sleeping Bear Dunes while leading our tour to Mackinac Island.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO SELECTING A ROOM TYPE

CANCELLATION POLICY

Each of our tours has two prices – a double occupancy and single occupancy price. If you make a single occupancy reservation, you will have a hotel room to yourself. If you make a double occupancy reservation, you will be sharing your hotel room with someone else whether that be your friend, spouse, or travel companion. Hotel rooms are priced on a per room basis, not a per person basis.

Cancellations prior to or on the final payment date receive a full refund less a $50 cancellation for North American Tours or $250 cancellation fee for Caribbean Cruises, European Ocean Cruises, and European River Cruises. Cancellations after the final payment date with insurance purchased, refunds will be processed through Travel Guard Insurance. Cancels after final payment date without insurance purchased, there is no refund.

SPECIAL DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS

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We do our best to accommodate special dietary requests such as gluten-free diets, vegetarian diets and food allergies. Please mention your specific needs at the time of reservation.

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PAYMENT TYPES We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express. You may also pay by check. Please make checks payable to American Classic Tours, Inc. Mail your check to American Classic Tours, Inc. at 888 E. Belvidere Rd, Suite 407, Grayslake, IL 60030.

DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT DATES A deposit is due with reservation. Deposit and final payment dates are listed on each tour page.

TRAVEL INSURANCE Travel Insurance may be added to your reservation. Travel Insurance covers trip cancellation & interruption, emergency medical & transportation and luggage insurance. If you would like insurance, it must be purchased at time of reservation. Travel Insurance rates for both double & single occupancy reservations are listed on each tour page.

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INCLUDE AIRFARE AND MILEAGE NUMBERS Roundtrip airfare is included in our tours. If you have mileage numbers for the any airline, please mention at the time of your reservation. You can accumulate airline points when you travel with us. If you have a TSA KTN #, please mention at the time of reservation.

LAND - ONLY RESERVATIONS American Classic Tours is based out of Chicago. Since many of our travelers are from the greater Chicagoland area, all our tours begin at one of Chicago’s airports. If you are from out of state or country, you can join us via a “land-only” tour package. A “land-only” tour is the exact same as our “all-inclusive” tour except it does not include airfare, airline luggage fee or transportation to airport. You will then meet the rest of the group on the first day of the tour.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR? Ì Free Chicagoland Area

Home Pickup & Return Ì Private Group Airline Check-In Ì Round Trip Airfare & 1 Checked Bag Ì Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation Ì Deluxe Hotel Accommodations Ì Most Meals Ì All Attractions, Tours, Admissions Ì Luggage Handling Throughout Tour

FREE HOME PICKUP & RETURN

Ì All Tips & Taxes Included Ì Premier Local Guides Ì American Classic Tour Director

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU MAKE A RESERVATION? INVOICE After you make your reservation, we will send an invoice to your email showing what you have paid, your remaining balance, and the final payment due date. If you purchased Travel Insurance, you will receive an email with a link to the policy.

RECEIPT SENT AFTER THE FINAL PAYMENT After you have made your final payment, we will send you a receipt showing that you’re paid in full and all set to hit the road!

TRIP LETTER SENT 1 MONTH PRIOR TO DEPARTURE LEVEL OF ACTIVITY

WE’RE HERE FOR YOU! CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS LEADING UP TO A TOUR 847.548.3333 SHEILA@AMCLASSICTOURS.COM or contact your group leader or travel agent

TERMS & CONDITIONS This tour is operated by American Classic Tours, Inc. (“ACT”), acting only as an agent for the various independent suppliers that provide room accommodations, transportation, sightseeing attractions, activity admissions, entertainment, meals and other services for our participants. Neither ACT nor its employees or agents

are responsible for any losses of or damages to personal property, or for injuries, expenses or damages incurred by any tour participant. ACT reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make changes in the tour itineraries. Surcharges may apply.

ACT reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a member of a tour.

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American Classic Tours are active itineraries featuring full days and multiple attractions. We recommend you bring comfortable walking shoes. Some itineraries may include areas requiring significant walking, stairs, inclines and uneven terrain especially in remote regions of nature or in historic districts. Certain areas have restrictive and limited motorcoach access requiring more walking. American Classic Tours regrets that it cannot provide individual assistance for guests using wheelchairs or motorized scooters. For guests requiring this individual assistance, a companion must accompany the guest to provide this assistance. The level of activity will vary per destination.

If you have any questions about a specific tour’s level of activity, please call us to help you discern whether a tour's activity level is suitable for you. As always, our main concern is your well-being.

About 1 month prior to the departure date of your tour, we will email you all of your trip documents. Your trip letter will provide important information about your upcoming journey – departure/ return times, weather projections, what you should pack and more!

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