2023 Travel Guide Interior

DEKALB COUNTY

Kalah Donnell 576 West Broad Street, Smithville 615-597-4663 | kdonnell@wilsonbank.com

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

Leslie Pionke

3110 Memorial Boulevard, Murfreesboro 615-904-6350 | lpionke@wilsonbank.com

TROUSDALE COUNTY

Elissa Proctor 127 McMurry Boulevard, Hartsville

615-374-3174 | eproctor@wilsonbank.com

WILSON COUNTY

Veronica Page 709 South Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 615-773-7903 | vpage@wilsonbank.com

Julie Hesla 1476 North Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 615-754-0600 | jhesla@wilsonbank.com

Telesia Silcox

623 West Main Street, Lebanon 615-443-6146 | tsilcox@wilsonbank.com

Dear Prospective Traveler,

The WBT Travel Club is a program designed to create unique experiences for our customers by opening the door to visit new places and make new friends along the way. Our travelers mean a lot to the bank, and we enjoy each opportunity we have to facilitate new memories by visiting places both near and far. Whether you enjoy day trips or overnight excursions—or both, our travel team will take care of the arrangements, ensuring that you have a wonderful experience from start to finish.

Whatever your age, I encourage you to take a good look at the destinations we’re visiting over the coming year and consider joining us for your next big adventure. Our goal is to provide you peace of mind knowing all the planning is taken care of, so all you need to do is sit back and enjoy making new memories with us. Visit wilsonbank.com/about-us/travel-club to learn more about our upcoming destinations and to reserve your spot.

Thank you for your interest in the Travel Club at Wilson Bank & Trust, and we look forward to having you with us in 2023!

Sincerely,

John McDearman CEO

H OW TO BOOK A TRIP

We encourage you to make reservations at the earliest date possible to ensure your spot on a trip, since the number of people that can be accommodated on our motor coaches is limited.

Making Your Reservation

To book online reservations for any trip, visit our webpage at wilsonbank.com/about-us/travel-club. With this system, you can go online 24 hours a day to make a reservation for any of our trips (day or overnight) from the convenience of your home or office.

To make a reservation by phone or email, contact a Travel Coordinator. (Information is provided on pages 1 and 2 of this booklet.)

Please note: No reservation is confirmed until payment is received.

Required Deposits and Final Payments

A deposit (for overnight trips) or full payment (for day trips) is required upon reservation to guarantee your place on any trip. If you are making your reservation by telephone, please submit your deposit or payment within 10 working days to secure your place. For overnight trips, final payments are due 45 days before departure unless otherwise noted.

Methods of Payment

Wilson Bank & Trust accepts payment for trips in the form of cash, personal check, or credit card. All checks should be made payable to Wilson Bank & Trust. For your convenience, we accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express.

Membership

There are member and non-member prices for each trip.

Membership prices are for customers age 18 and older who have two services with Wilson Bank & Trust, one of which must be a checking account. Friends are welcome to come along with you at the non-member price.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Tour Pacing

Some of our travel experiences are more strenuous or physically demanding than others. To help you decide which opportunities are most appropriate for you, we’ve added an activity level for each trip, as described below.

LEVEL 1 (Leisurely): A very leisurely pace with minimal physical activity, which might consist of climbing some stairs, boarding a motor coach, and/or walking to and from activities.

LEVEL 2 (Average Physical Activity): Recommended only if you’re in good health and able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground.

LEVEL 3 (Moderate Physical Activity): Involves longer periods of average activity; could include walking tours, walking longer distances, using stairs, and/or walking on uneven surfaces.

LEVEL 4 (Extended Physical Activity): Participants should be able to endure longer walking tours, walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and periods of standing. Some tours may be longer and could take place later in the evening.

LEVEL 5 (Very Active): Participants should be physically fit to fully enjoy all activities. The itinerary may include more strenuous activities, as well as other factors like high altitudes, early morning departures, late night activities, uneven or dusty terrain, and/ or extreme temperatures. Tours in this category are likely not appropriate for individuals who use either walkers or wheelchairs.

Please note that the same conditions may not apply to every activity on an overnight trip, so please read the itinerary carefully and speak to one of our coordinators if you need more information. If a particular trip is not suited for you, a travel coordinator can help you select one that is.

Departure Locations

Departure points may vary according to the number of guests leaving from a certain area and may include locations in Davidson, DeKalb, Rutherford, Sumner, Smith, Putman, Williamson, and/or Trousdale counties in addition to the Wilson County departure points in Lebanon and Mt. Juliet.

Tour Guide Company

Sonshine Tours, Inc., owned and operated by Jimmy & Geanie Smith, conducts our overnight trips.

Worship and Devotional Activities

Each Day we have a nondenominational devotion and prayer on the motor coach, usually while in transit. Prayers are also said at some meals.

Planning for Trips

Overnight Trips

For cruises and longer trips, a planning meeting will be scheduled ahead of time to review important information such as airfare, hotel info, excursions, etc. For shorter trips, a packet of information will be mailed out two to three weeks before departure that contains information such as luggage tags, specific departure locations and times, daily itineraries, hotel/motel contact numbers, and suggestions for items to pack.

Day Trips

Information will be sent with the day’s itinerary along with pickup times and locations. Pickup locations will be determined by the number of travelers from different areas.

Luggage

Due to limited motor coach capacity, each passenger is limited to one large, sturdy bag (not to exceed 50 lbs.). Luggage will be stored in the luggage bay of the coach. A small (overnight) bag can be carried by the passenger and stored in either the overhead bins or the luggage bay of the coach. Valuables, important documents, and medications should be carried in your overnight bag, purse, or on your person. For trips that involve flying, luggage limitations may vary according to the specifications of the air carrier. Wilson Bank & Trust is not responsible for additional fees imposed by air carriers regarding baggage.

Motor Coach

All the motor coaches we use are operated by experienced drivers. The 56-seat coaches are fully equipped with air conditioning; a toilet/ washroom; video screens; overhead reading lights; clean, comfortable seating with arm and footrests; overhead bins for small carry-on bags; and tinted panoramic viewing windows. Depending on participation, some shorter trips may require the use of a smaller passenger bus/van without an onboard restroom.

Seating on the Motor Coach

On day trips, seating on the motor coach is open. On all overnight trips, daily rotation of seating provides you with a variety of views and an opportunity to meet different people along the way. We reserve the first two seats for the tour director and bank guide. People paying a single price will share a double seat with another passenger when the motor coach is filled.

Coach Courtesies

Punctuality is extremely important when traveling with a group. Each person must be seated before the coach can proceed. We request that you remain seated during city driving for your personal safety. Our motor coaches are equipped with toilets. These are typically for emergency use, because frequent stops will allow you the opportunity to use public restrooms and/or to stretch your legs.

Special Assistance

Please report any disability that requires special attention at the time the reservation is made. Wilson Bank & Trust will make every effort to meet the special needs of a disabled traveler but is not responsible for any failure to do so. We regret that our motor coaches are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. We strongly recommend that travelers who require assistance be accompanied by a physically able companion who will assume responsibility for their well-being. Some of our accommodations do not have elevators. If you need a first floor room, please let us know at the time of reservation.

Booking Airfare

Due to increased travel security, it is important that the name on your airline ticket exactly matches the name on either your driver’s license or passport. When you book a trip with us, please be sure to give us this information so we can avoid delays at the airport. Additionally, any changes to your air booking (including those caused by spelling discrepancies) could result in a change fee, penalties, or cancellation for which the bank is not responsible.

Items Not Covered in the Tour Price

Gratuity to the Tour Director

A gratuity is appreciated but should be extended on an individual basis, not as a group. The amount is always at your discretion.

Personal Expenses

Personal expenses include room service, telephone calls, and all other items of a personal nature. Also falling into this category are any additional expenses incurred due to flight delay or cancellation, weather conditions, political closures, technical faults, etc.

Personal Conduct

For the benefit of everyone on your trip, Wilson Bank & Trust reserves the right to accept or reject any participant and to remove any participant whose conduct is deemed incompatible with the interests of the other participants. No payments or incurred expenses will be refunded in the event that your vacation arrangements are terminated due to unacceptable behavior.

Smoking

In accordance with the law, no smoking is allowed on the coach. We have planned photo stops, restroom breaks, and lunch stops that allow opportunities for smoking. Many hotels in North America have imposed a 100% nonsmoking policy, and many cities have imposed nonsmoking regulations in public areas. As a standard rule, we confirm nonsmoking rooms. If you require a smoking room, please request when making reservations, but we cannot guarantee availability.

Trip Cancellation Policy

If cancellation is necessary, every effort will be made to provide either a partial or a full refund. If you cancel a trip after final payment date, no refund will be issued unless we have a waiting list. If we have a waiting list, we will do all we can to fill your space and provide a refund. Waiting lists are always available, so be sure to add your name to any trip(s) that interest you. You may get a call to join us!

Tour Cancellation and Interruption Insurance

If your dream vacation might be put on hold before departure due to sickness or a family emergency, insurance might come in handy. Insurance can be purchased to cover the following: cancellation and interruption, delays and missed connections, emergency and medical, evacuation, and baggage theft. If you elect to purchase insurance, you can go online and purchase with Allianz Travel at allianztravelinsurance.com. If you need assistance you may also reach out to Brandi Goodall. A credit or debit card will have to be used to process the payment.

Explanation of Symbols

Throughout our travel guide, you’ll notice letters at the end of each day’s agenda. These represent meals that are included in the cost of a trip, as described below:

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY…

Wilson Bank & Trust and Sonshine Tours act only as an agent for tour members in arranging tour accommodations, transportation, sightseeing, admissions, and restaurants. Wilson Bank & Trust and Sonshine Tours are not responsible for any loss or damages to personal property, or for injuries, expenses, or damages incurred or claimed by any tour member. Wilson Bank & Trust and Sonshine Tours and/or their leaders, in anticipating booking for any tour, clearly stipulate that they are not liable for the faults or defaults of all companies and people that may be used in carrying out the tour services and/or necessary alterations to itineraries or arrangements. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the passengers. Wilson Bank & Trust and Sonshine Tours reserve the right to terminate the participation of any passenger Wilson Bank & Trust and Sonshine Tours management consider to be objectionable, or who disrupts in any way the relaxed atmosphere of our tours.

2023 TRAVEL AT A GLANCE

Day Trips

Mystery Day Trip

March TBA, 2023

Goo Goo Cluster, Cash & Cline ...................................................................

Loretta Lynn’s Ranch

Music City ................................................................................................................

Amish Country Tour

Christmas Village

Overnight Trips

Mystery Flight Trip

Dollywood & the Biltmore

Nova Scotia

Alaska Wilderness ...............................................................................

Iceland ............................................................................

Gettysburg & Philadelphia

Branson at Christmas

April 19, 2023

May 17, 2023

July 25, 2023

September 19, 2023

November 10, 2023

March 5–10, 2023

May 1–4, 2023

June 13–23, 2023

August 10–23, 2023

September 29–October 5, 2023

October 16–24, 2023

December 4– 8, 2023

Day Trips 2023

Tired of sitting around the house? Ready for an adventure? Come exploring with WBT. All day trips are within a few hours’ drive, and they’re always a busload of fun. A day trip is also a great way to meet new people and start wonderful friendships.

Schedule your day trip and find out how satisfying a quick getaway can be!

MYSTERY DAY TRIP

March TBA, 2023

We are off to ??? where we will have a wonderful experience touring ??? and seeing ??? Then we are off to explore ???

We will have lunch at ??? You are sure to have a great time with friends!

Cost Per Person:

$TBA member

$TBA non-member

Included:

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

Admission to all attractions, lunch, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

Leisurely Very Active 1 2 3 5 4

GOO GOO CLUSTER CASH, & CLINE

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Join us as we head downtown to find out how the Goo Goo Cluster got its start! We'll be exploring the history, tasting the world-famous desserts, and even making our own confections to take home! Enjoy a meal at the hotspot of your choice and after that, we'll check out the Johnny Cash Museum to find out all about “the Man in Black.” Also, to learn more about her legendary crossover hits, we’ll venture through the Patsy Cline Museum. Come with us as we take on Music City!

Cost Per Person: $130 member

$200 non-member

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

Included: Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver (lunch not included)

LORETTA LYNN’S RANCH

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Learn all about the legend of Loretta Lynn in her 18,000-square-foot museum dedicated to her fans. Among her collections, you’ll see personal memorabilia, awards from the singer’s career, and many mementos from her friends in the entertainment industry.

In the old grist mill is another treasure: Loretta’s Fan and Doll Museum. Here we’ll see the vast array of dolls and gifts fans have sent over the course of a career that has spanned six decades.

A museum displaying equipment used in the production of cornmeal in the late 1800s and a museum of Native American artifacts will also be part of the experience.

Cost Per Person:

$95 member

$165 non-member

Included:

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

Admission to attractions, lunch, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver

MUSIC CITY

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Walk in the footsteps of country music’s superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens behind the scenes of the show that made country music famous with a backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. On the agenda today: a state-of-the-art theater experience with music, special effects, priceless archival footage, and superstar hosts Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood; stories about the Opry and country music greats with exclusive photos from the Opry’s biggest moments; and the artist entrance, where stars walk into the world-famous Opry House every night. After that, we'll enjoy a family style meal at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen. Then, it’s off to Madame Tussauds wax museum! Stardom awaits when you enter this one-of-a-kind interactive attraction. Rock ’n’ roll with Elvis, wail out a tune with Jimi Hendrix, or take center stage with Reba. You won't want to miss this!!!

Cost Per Person: $116 member

Included:

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

AMISH COUNTRY TOUR

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Step back in time and visit the Amish countryside in Ethridge. Located at the site of the first settled Amish farm in Lawrence County, Tennessee, you will take a comfortable wagon tour and hear local tour guides, having developed friendly relationships with members of the Amish community, tell about the Amish way of life. There will be opportunities during our trip to purchase products made by the Amish, including furniture, jewelry, fresh produce, children’s wooden toys, quilts, baskets, and homemade jelly.

Cost Per person: $80 member $150 non-member

Included:

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

Admission to attractions, lunch, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE

Friday, November 10, 2023

Get into the Christmas spirit with a fun-filled day of shopping! Christmas Village is one of the oldest charitable events in Nashville, and it’s run by volunteers! Approximately 250 merchants and 30,000 shoppers from all over the U.S. participate in this prestigious consumer show. A variety of unique seasonal and gift items are offered, including toys for all ages, clothing for children and adults, jewelry, home decor, food items, pottery, and collectibles!

Cost Per Person: $63 member

$133 non-member

Included:

Payment Due: Upon sign-up

Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver

Leisurely Very Active 1 2 3 5 4

Overnight Trips 2023

A vacation is defined as a trip or journey taken for recreation or tourism, often with friends or family. Whatever your definition of a great vacation, chances are you’ll find exactly that when you travel on an extended trip with Wilson Bank & Trust.

Your busy schedule need not interfere with your vacation planning, because you can leave all that to us. Just pick a location that appeals to you (or allow your local bank coordinator to help you decide), and then enjoy! An expert tour guide from Sonshine Tours is on board to enhance your experience at every stop along the way, and you can sit back and enjoy getting there, with provided transportation. We’ll even get your room key for you and have your suitcase delivered right to your room. We look forward to helping you plan your 2023 vacation!

MYSTERY FLIGHT TRIP

March 5–10, 2023 · 6 Days

We will start our adventure by taking a flight to reach our exciting destination! Be sure to have a government-issued photo ID on you, and the name you use in making your reservation must match the name on your driver’s license or passport. A motor coach will take us to the airport to start our journey. We will check into our hotel, where we have reservations for two nights. We will stay at a new location for one night and end our trip exploring a new location where we will stay for two nights.

Cost Per Person:

$TBA member

$TBA non-member

Deposit Per Person:

$500

Included:

Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 5 nights’ accommodations, round-trip airfare, 8 meals

Final Payment Due:

TBA

DOLLYWOOD & THE BILTMORE

May 1–4, 2023 · 4 Days

Day 1 (Monday) Biltmore Estate

This morning, we travel to Asheville, North Carolina, where we have reservations at the Biltmore Estate. George Washington Vanderbilt, grandson of railroad magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt, supervised construction of the mansion. In the morning, we will begin our day visiting the impressive home. Our visit takes place during the Festival of Flowers.

Day 2 (Tuesday) Pigeon Forge

We have lunch included at the Stables at the mansion today. There will be plenty of time to see the home and winery before we travel to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The next two nights will be spent at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort. We will visit the strip of Pigeon Forge! B, L

Day 3 (Wednesday) Dollywood

We have tickets for Dollywood today! The park has a lineup of shows for you to enjoy. A shuttle is available to take you back to the hotel at any time, or you can stay until closing time. B

Day 4 (Thursday) Home

Cost Per Person:

$2,036 single member

$1,449 double member

$1,274 triple member

$2,336 single non-member

$1,749 double non-member $1,574 triple non-member

Deposit Per Person: $300

Included:

Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 3 nights’ accommodations, 3 meals

Final Payment Due: March 15, 2023

NOVA SCOTIA

June 13–23, 2023 · 11 Days

Day 1 (Tuesday) Staunton

An early morning departure, and we are off on our exciting trip to Nova Scotia. Tonight, dinner is included at Mrs. Rowe’s Restaurant and Bakery. D

Day 2 (Wednesday) Bird-in-Hand

This afternoon, we arrive in the Amish area of Pennsylvania, where we will have dinner in an Amish home. Tonight, we are in for a special treat as we have tickets to see the play Moses at Sight & Sound Theatres. This will be one of the highlights of our tour. CB, D

Day 3 (Thursday) Hartford

From Pennsylvania, we travel past the skyline of New York City as we head toward Connecticut and the Mark Twain home, where we have a tour this afternoon. Tonight’s reservations are in the Hartford area. B

Day 4 (Friday) Bar Harbor

This morning, we travel through Massachusetts and on into Maine, where we have reservations tonight in Bar Harbor. This afternoon we will stop in Freeport for shopping at LL Bean. CB, D

Day 5 (Saturday) Saint John, New Brunswick

Today, we leave the United States as we travel into Canada to visit our neighbors to the North! You must have your passport! This afternoon we visit the area for the Reversing Falls, which has some of the highest tides in the world. We spend the night in Saint John before we board the ferry to travel to Nova Scotia. CB

Day 6 (Sunday) Nova Scotia

We depart for Nova Scotia this morning. After a three-hour ferry ride, we’ll arrive in Digby and then continue to Halifax, where we have reservations for the next two nights. Our hotel is walking distance to downtown shopping. CB

Day 7 (Monday) Peggy’s Cove

A local guide will take us on a tour of Halifax and on to Peggy’s Cove. We have lunch at the Sou’Wester restaurant near the famous lighthouse and post office. The beauty of the cove will be one of the highlights of our time here. This afternoon we return to Halifax, where you are free to explore! B, L

Day 8 (Tuesday) Baddeck

From Halifax, we leave the big city behind and travel to the village of Baddeck, where we have reservations for the next two nights. After dinner at the motel, you are free to check out downtown. B, D

Day 9 (Wednesday) Cabot Trail

After breakfast, a local guide will take us to Cape Breton and along the famous Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic areas of Nova Scotia. Today will be a day for taking pictures as we travel the highlands of Nova Scotia. B, D

Day 10 (Thursday) Prince Edward Island

This morning we depart for Prince Edward Island, to many, the most beautiful of the Atlantic Provinces of Canada. Once again, we have a local guide to show us the sights. No visit to Prince Edward Island would be complete without a tour and photo of the Anne of Green Gables Park and House. There is so much to enjoy during our time on the island. Tonight’s dinner: lobster! B, D

Day 11 (Friday) Bangor

Today we return to the United States, where we have reservations in Bangor, ME. CB

Day 12 (Saturday) Albany

We travel from Maine into Vermont and New York, where we have reservations for the night in the Albany area. CB

Day 13 (Sunday) Cleveland

Leaving the Albany area, we travel across New York State and Corning, where we will visit Corning Museum of Glass. After our visit, we travel to Cleveland, where we have reservations for our last night. We have seen many states in our country and visited three provinces of Canada on our Nova Scotia tour. CB

Day 14 (Monday) Home

Today we’ll make the journey back home. CB

Cost Per Person:

$5,252 single member

$4,004 double member

$3,704 triple member

$5,552 single non-member

$4,304 double non-member

$4,004 triple non-member

Deposit Per Person:

$250

Included:

Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 10 nights’ accommodations, 20 meals

Final Payment Due: March 1, 2023 TOUR

ALASKA WILDERNESS

August 10–23, 2023 · 14 Days

Day 1 (Thursday) Fairbanks

Today, we fly from Nashville to Fairbanks, our destination for the next two nights.

Day 2 (Friday) Riverboat Discovery

Following a cruise aboard the Sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery, we’ll take our chances on one of the highlights of the day and pan for gold at the Discovery Gold Mine. We’ll also learn about how gold was and is mined in Alaska.

Day 3 (Saturday) Denali

We’ll board a motor coach for our trip to Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, where we have reservations for the next two nights. We have leisure time this afternoon and evening, with optional activities to enjoy. The lodge overlooks the Nenana River, and the view behind the lodge is beautiful.

Day 4 (Sunday) Denali Park

This morning you will have leisure time before embarking on a tour in Denali National Park. Be sure to look for Dall sheep, moose, wolves, caribou, and bears. Tonight, you will have time on your own to relax as we stay our second night at Denali Princess Lodge.

Day 5 (Monday) Mt. McKinley

This morning we’ll take a motor coach to Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, where we’ll spend the next two nights. The view from the deck is beautiful when the mountain is visible! You can choose from some optional activities during our time at the lodge.

Day 6 (Tuesday) Mt. McKinley

Set your own schedule today. You may want to take part in one of the many activities that Princess offers.

Day 7 (Wednesday) Princess Rail Dome Train

(formerly the Midnight Sun Express)

Enjoy a leisurely morning at the lodge before our afternoon transfer to Talkeetna, where we’ll board the Princess Rail Dome Train. After traveling through Anchorage to Whittier, we’ll board the Sapphire Princess for the next seven nights. As we travel along the Cook Inlet late this afternoon, be on the lookout for Beluga whales, Dall sheep, and bald eagles. All meals on the ship are included!

Day 8 (Thursday) Hubbard Glacier

Enjoy the fantastic scenery during our cruise! Hubbard Glacier is a tidewater glacier off the coast of Yukatat – 6 miles wide where it meets the ocean, with a 400-foot face.

Day 9 (Friday) Glacier Bay

Cruise Glacier Bay, a World Heritage Site with 3.3 million acres of glaciers, snow-capped mountains, and abundant birds and wildlife.

Day 10 (Saturday) Skagway (Port of Call)

Skagway was known to thousands of hopeful gold rushers as the gateway to the gold fields. Although it boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, it was far from being the easiest. The gold rush was a boom to Skagway, and by 1898 it was Alaska’s largest town with a population of about 20,000. Today Skagway has fewer than 1,000 residents, but it retains the flavor of the gold rush era. Optional shore excursions are available.

Day 11 (Sunday) Juneau (Port of Call)

Some 30,000 people live in Juneau. Its total area makes it the largest town, in terms of size, in North and South America – and the second largest in the world (only Kiruna, Sweden, exceeds Juneau’s 3,108 square miles). Today Juneau is not only famous for gold and government, but also for its breathtakingly beautiful glaciers and stunning views of water and mountains. There are more optional shore excursions today.

Day 12 (Monday) Ketchikan (Port of Call)

Ketchikan is known as Alaska’s First City because it’s the first major community travelers come across as they journey north. Ketchikan is located on an island and began as a Native American fishing camp. The name Ketchikan comes from a Tlingit phrase meaning “eagle with spread-out wings” and refers to a waterfall near town. Visitors to this beautiful city are intrigued by its Native American heritage, shown through the world’s oldest collection of totem poles. Shore excursions are an option once again at Ketchikan.

Day 13 (Tuesday) Inside Passage (Scenic Cruising)

There’s more great scenery to take in as our time on the ship nears an end.

Day 14 (Wednesday) Home

Today we’ll fly back to Nashville, via Vancouver.

Cost Per Person:

Balcony

$8,728 single member

$5,714 double member

$9,028 single non-member

$6,014 double non-member

Deposit Per Person: $800

Included:

Airfare, port charges, government fees, gratuities on ship, tours during land portion of trip (as listed in description), insurance, transfers, luggage handling, Sonshine Tours escort, and all meals on ship

Window Cabin pricing available upon request.

Passport required.

Final Payment: June 9, 2023

Not Included: Optional tours, meals during land portion of trip, gratuities during land portion, checked luggage fee

Please note that an airline fuel surcharge may be added. Princess reserves the right to collect any fare increase, government fees, and tax increases in effect at the time of sailing, even if the fare has been paid in full.

ICELAND

September 29–October 5, 2023 · 7 Days

Day 1 (Friday) Overnight Flight

You’re on your way to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Where steaming lava fields and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. In this land of many natural wonders, enjoy the rare opportunity to search for the aurora borealis — one of nature’s most dazzling light displays, also known as the northern lights.*

Day 2 (Saturday) Reykjavík, Iceland – Tour Begins

Your tour opens in Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital city. Get acquainted with old town Reykjavík on a walking tour featuring the harbor, city hall, the Parliament building, and the nearby cathedral, dating back to 1796. Gather with your fellow travelers at a popular restaurant for dinner featuring Icelandic cuisine. This evening, take an exhilarating northern lights cruise** and sail into the darkness of Faxaflói Bay in search of the aurora borealis.* B, D

Day 3 (Sunday) Reykjavík – Golden Circle – Lava Exhibition Center – Vík

Travel the Golden Circle to experience renowned natural wonders, including the explosive Geysir geothermal area, the double-cascade Gullfoss waterfall, and the famous Thingvellir National Park, where you’ll stand upon the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Stop at the Lava Exhibition Center and delve into Iceland’s past and present volcanic eruptions. Continue to Vík. Drive out into the stillness of rural Iceland in search of the northern lights or venture out on foot. Enjoy three nights of searching to increase your likelihood of spotting the lights.* B, D

Day 4 (Monday) Vik – Seljalandsfoss – Skógar Museum – Vík

Journey to Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous and unique waterfalls. Visit Skógar Museum and discover its turf-built homes and artifacts. Stand in awe before the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s tallest. Your journey continues to Reynisfjara, a volcanic sand beach surrounded by basalt formations and rich bird life. Look out over the natural rock formations at Dyrhólaey, a volcanic peninsula towering over the ocean. Get a sense of the local culture as you challenge your taste buds and sample traditional delicacies – hákarl (cured shark) and brennivín (schnapps). After dinner, gaze at the sky in search of the northern lights.* B, D

Day 5 (Tuesday) Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon – Skaftafell National Park – Vík

Travel to Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, filled with floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary landscape and search for seals swimming in cold waters. Travel to Skaftafell National Park, gateway to Vatnajökull Glacier. Vatnajökull is known for having Iceland’s highest mountains and Europe's largest ice cap. After dinner, continue searching for the northern lights dancing across the night sky.* B, D

Day 6 (Wednesday) Vík – Blue Lagoon – Reykjavík

Drive along the south shore toward the Reykjanes Peninsula. Known for its rugged landscape, lava fields, and numerous hot springs, the peninsula is home to the Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of the geothermal pool, located in the heart of a dramatic lava field. Return to Reykjavík for your farewell dinner and overnight stay. B, D

Day 7 (Thursday) Reykjavík – Tour Ends

Depart for home with many incredible memories. B

Highlights

Reykjavík, Northern Lights Cruise, Search for the Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Lava Exhibition Center, Vik, Seljalandsfoss, Skógar Museum, Skógafoss, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park & Vatnajökull Glacier, Blue Lagoon

Cost Per Person: $4,405 single member $3,905 double member $3,875 triple member $4,705 single non-member $4,205 double non-member $4,175 triple non-member

All rates are per person and subject to change, based on air inclusive package from BNA. Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government imposed taxes or fees.

Deposit Per Person: $500

Included: Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 6 nights’ accommodations, round-trip airfare, air taxes and fees/surcharges, hotel transfers, 11 meals, nonrefundable cancellation waiver and insurance of $399 per person

Final Payment: April 30, 2023

** The northern lights are in the Northern Hemisphere from September through April and are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. As this tour is weather dependent, sighting of the northern lights is not guaranteed.

** The northern lights cruise is weather dependent and may be postponed or canceled in the event of adverse weather or sea conditions. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

GETTYSBURG & PHILADELPHIA

October 16–24, 2023 · 9 Days

Day 1 (Monday) Staunton

Sit back and relax as we travel to Staunton for the first night on our tour. D

Day 2 (Tuesday) Gettysburg

This morning we will visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park. After our visit, we’ll continue on to Gettysburg, where we have reservations for the next two nights. We will tour the town! CB, D

Day 3 (Wednesday) Gettysburg

We begin our day with a tour of the park with a local guide. We will also do a tour of Historic Gettysburg. CB

Day 4 (Thursday) Philadelphia

This morning we are off to Philadelphia, where we will spend the next three nights. We’ll begin our time in Philadelphia with a tour to Valley Forge Historical Park, the site of the Continental Army encampment

during the winter of 1777–1778. The park features 3,500 acres of monuments, meadows, and woodlands commemorating the sacrifices made during the Revolutionary War. Our next three nights will be downtown. CB

Day 5 (Friday) Independence Mall

Today we will tour the area around the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Congress Hall, Christ Church, and the Betsy Ross House. Our local guide will be with us on this day as we step back into an important place in our nation’s history. CB, D

Day 6 (Saturday) Longwood/Winterthur Mansion

Today, we will visit Longwood Gardens. Once the estate of industrialist Pierre S. du Pont, Longwood is famous for its superb grounds that include two lakes, fountains, and a formal rose garden. The Peircedu Pont House was occupied until 1954 and contains an exhibit tracing the 300-year historical and horticultural evolution of Longwood Gardens. This afternoon we visit the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, which houses one of the richest collections of Americana in the United States. CB, D

Day 7 (Sunday) The Greenbrier

After we leave Philadelphia, we are off to The Greenbrier, where we have reservations for the next two nights. The resort has been “America’s Resort” since 1778. During our time at the resort, schedule a tee time for the following day! CB, D

Day 8 (Monday) The Greenbrier

Today will be a day to enjoy the resort! We have a time to see the historic Bunker at The Greenbrier. You will be able to enjoy all “America’s Resort” has to offer. B

Day 9 (Tuesday) Home

Today we’ll make the journey back home. B

Cost Per Person:

$5,246 single member

$3,845 double member

$3,695 triple member

$5,546 single non-member

$4,145 double non-member

$3,995 triple non-member

Deposit Per Person: $500

Included: Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 8 nights’ accommodations, 13 meals

Final Payment Due: September 1, 2023

BRANSON AT CHRISTMAS

December 4–8, 2023 · 5 Days

Day 1 (Monday) Presleys’ Country Jubilee

Sit back and relax as we travel to Branson, Missouri. We will spend the next four nights at the Lodge of the Ozarks. Tonight we have a dinner before we see the Presleys' Country Jubilee, the first show on the strip. This is a great way to begin our Branson experience. D

Day 2 (Tuesday) Three Shows

This morning we have tickets to see the Irish Tenors. This show is always one of our group’s most popular shows. This afternoon we will see New Jersey Nights featuring the music of Frankie Valli. After dinner we have tickets to see SIX, in which there is no pre-recorded music or soundtrack – all of the sounds are from the brothers. CB, D

Day 3 (Wednesday) Two Shows

This morning we have reservations for the music of the Beach Boys. This afternoon we have time for some shopping at the Branson Craft Mall. Tonight, our featured show is Miracle of Christmas at the Sight & Sound Theatres. This show will be one of the highlights of our Branson experience. CB, D

Day 4 (Thursday) Two Shows

This morning we begin our day with The Bretts, which is always a group favorite. This afternoon we will spend some time in Branson Old Town. After dinner we will see the Pierce Arrow show. CB, D

Day 5 (Friday) Home

Today we’ll make the journey back home. CB

Cost Per Person:

$1,671 single member

$1,373 double member $1,299 triple member

$1,971 single non-member

$1,673 double non-member $1,599 triple non-member

Deposit Per Person: $125

Included:

Admission to attractions, deluxe motor coach, tip for driver, 4 nights’ accommodations, 8 meals

Final Payment Due: October 4, 2023

THIS HAPPENED ON OUR TRIP!