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2019 VOL. 11 ISSUE 6 

Oberammergau 

Passion Play 

THE BLACK FOREST 

& The Swiss Alps 

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Dear Ambassadair Guests, 

Before you dive into this latest issue of Trips, I wanted to take a moment to talk 

about festivals and events. Personally, it’s one of my favorite types of travel. The 

St. Patrick’s Day Festival Parade in Dublin, the Passion Play in Oberammergau, 

Germany, the Tournament of Roses celebration and parade, a new season on 

Broadway, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, or a Colts road game 

are just a few we offer. 

Traveling with Ambassadair has its advantages. We provide great seats, 

behind-the-scenes access, and a travel director to make it all go smoothly so you 

can immerse yourself in all of the activities, performances, demonstrations, and 

exhibits that are offered. 

Honestly, I believe it’s the people you meet who inspire the most unforgettable experiences. Part of the 

fun on an Ambassadair trip is the friends you make while traveling together. These festivals and special 

events have the energy of like-minded travelers getting together to celebrate the things they love most 

– be it flowers, hot air balloons, beer, holidays, or shows. The exhilarating, shared experience of an event 

helps travelers connect to new people, new sights, and new sounds, creating unique experiences. (Not 

to mention, there’s the added advantage of visiting a destination when a town or city is at its best.) 

So, while you read this latest issue of Trips, consider joining us for any of these special events or festivals. 

And if you have a particular bucket list item that you have not checked off your list yet, reach out and let 

us know. Maybe it is on our list too! 

As always, we look forward to hearing from you. Our Travel Counselors are available 

Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:30 pm, to help you plan your next adventure. Or you can send us 

a note at info@grueningertours.com. 

Mike with Tournament of Roses 

Official, Tony Delgatto 

Happy Traveling, 

Michael E.O. Grueninger 

President 

Grueninger Travel Group 

Rose Parade, Pasadena CA 

Cover Photo: ©Elizabeth Ruggiero 

St. Patrick’s Day, Ireland 

Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque NM

TRIP CALENDAR 

january 2020 

DESTINATION DATE PAGE 

Eastern Caribbean Cruise 17-25 8 

Australia & New Zealand - SOLD OUT 22-Feb 9 ** 

America Empress on the Colombian and Snake Rivers, July 2019 

Boston and Cape Cod, August 2019 

february 


Palm Springs, California 4-7 9 

Montreal to Quebec City by Rail 6-11 42 

Ambergris Caye, Belize 8-15 * 

Yellowstone in Winter 19-23 9 

Hawaiian Islands Cruise 20-Mar 1 8 

Splendors of Egypt & Nile River Cruise 28-Mar 11 52 

march 


New Zealand In-Depth 1-14 8 

Alaska’s Northern Lights & Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race 4-13 34 

Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day 10-18 46 

Springtime Tour of the South 21-29 23 

Charleston, South Carolina 25-28 22 

Washington, D.C. Cherry Blossoms 25-31 24 

Japan in Bloom 30-Apr 9 53 

april 


Lancaster, Pennsylvania 1-5 25 

Utah’s Arches & Canyonlands National Parks 21-25 10 

Mexico’s Copper Canyon 21-29 54 

Virginia International Tattoo 28-May 1 17 

Quebec City Getaway, August 2019 

may 


Santa Fe & Taos, New Mexico 3-8 11 

Smoky Mountains by Train 6-11 26 

Holland, Michigan’s Tulip Time Festival - NEW TRIP! 7-9 27 

Northern California Gems 15-22 12 

Springtime in New York City 20-23 18 

New Harmony & French Lick, Indiana 28-31 27 

Japan in Bloom, March 2019 

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Inside Passage Sojourn 3-13 35 

Trains of West Virginia 4-9 28 

Mount Rushmore & Badlands National Park 9-12 13 

Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals in London - NEW TRIP! 10-16 47 

Lilac Time on Mackinac Island 12-16 29 

Alaska Explorer Cruise 12-20 36 

Denali Adventure 24-Jul 5 37 

Galena, Illinois 25-27 30 

Glacier Discovery Cruise 27-Jul 5 38 

july 


Independence Day in New York City - NEW TRIP! 2-5 19 

Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada - NEW TRIP! 11-22 43 

Best of Coastal Maine - NEW TRIP! 12-17 20 

Alaska In-Depth 12-25 39 

Banff National Park - NEW TRIP! 14-18 44 

Montana’s Glacier National Park - NEW TRIP! 15-19 14 

Mackinac Island & Traverse City, Michigan - NEW TRIP! 19-23 31 

Oberammergau Passion Play & The Black Forest 22-Aug 3 48 

Summer in Vermont - NEW TRIP! 26-30 21 

Alaska In-Depth 26-Aug 8 39 

Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks - NEW TRIP! 29-Aug 3 15 

Kentucky History & Whiskey - NEW TRIP! 30-Aug 2 32 

august 


Oberammergau Passion Play - SOLD OUT 1-12 ** 

Nordic Capitals - NEW TRIP! 1-12 50 

Canadian Rockies by Rail: Banff to Vancouver 8-15 45 

North Dakota Discovery - NEW TRIP! 11-15 16 

Scotland with Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - NEW TRIP! 13-21 51 

Greek Isles Cruise 13-22 55 

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise 14-22 40 

Alaska’s National Parks 20-27 41 

Oberammergau Passion Play with Danube River Cruise 22-Sep 4 49 

Door County, Wisconsin - NEW TRIP! 25-28 33 

Windy City to the Field of Dreams Coming Soon 56 

Notre Dame vs. Navy in Dublin, Ireland Coming Soon 56 

Croatia Coming Soon 56 

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** SOLD OUT- Call and request to be added to the wait list 

Black Forest and The Swiss Alps, September 2019 

Mackinac Island, June 2019 

Ireland and Northern Ireland, August 2019 

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Montana’s Glacier 

National Park 

p. 14 

North Dakota 

Discovery 

p. 16 

Yellowstone & 

Grand Teton 

National Parks 

p. 15 

Independence Day 

in New York City 

p. 19 

EXCITING 

NEW 

TRIPS 

Kentucky 

History & 

Whiskey 

p. 32 

Newfoundland & 

Labrador, Canada 

p. 43 

Door County, 

Wisconsin 

p. 33 

Banff National Park 

p. 44

Best of 

Coastal Maine 

p. 20 

Holland, Michigan’s 

Tulip Time Festival 

p. 27 

Summer in Vermont 

p. 21 

Mackinac Island 

& Traverse City, 

Michigan 

p. 31 

See the world from a new perspective on one of our new and upcoming 

trips. From watching 4th of July Fireworks over the New York City skyline 

to seeing the Chicago Cubs play in London — your adventure is calling. 

We eliminate the planning and hassle, so you can travel carefree. 

Chicago Cubs vs. 

St. Louis Cardinals 

in London 

p. 47 

Nordic Capitals 

p. 50 

Scotland with 

Royal Edinburgh 

Military Tattoo 

p. 51 

Notre Dame vs. 

Navy in Dublin 

p.56

DON’T WAIT 

another 

10 YEARS 

BY KELSEY BATTEN 

Nearly 400 years ago, the bubonic plague was 

rapidly spreading through Europe and the 

small town of Oberammergau feared for their safety. 

The town turned to their religion and made a vow 

if God spared them from the bubonic plague they 

would perform a Passion Play every ten years. In 

2020, as a continuance of their vow, the 42nd Passion 

Play will take place on an open-air stage in beautiful 

Oberammergau, Germany. 

The Passion Play requires more than 2,000 people 

for acting, singing, musicians, and technical support, 

all of whom are residents of Oberammergau. To 

maintain its authenticity, men will grow out their hair 

and beards, and costumes are handmade. The town 

truly comes together to showcase their people and 

heritage for the performance, all while surrounded 

with mountains and meadows that become the 

natural backdrop for the performance. 

The first Passion Play was on a small stage, 

constructed by the villagers, over the graves of the 

plague victims. From May to October 2020, the play 

will be performed in an open-air theater that seats 

4,500 people. It is anticipated that 750,000 people 

in total will watch what is considered one of the most 

important religious and cultural events in Germany. 

In 2010, guests included Chancellor Angela Merkel, 

German president Christian Wulff, and archbishop 

of Munich and Freising, Reinhard Cardinal Marx. 

Even though Oberammergau is notoriously known 

for its Passion Play, the village offers much more. 

The village is quaint and has a long tradition of 

woodcarving. The streets are lined with shops offering 

cuckoo clocks and unique gifts, and woodcarver shops 

featuring pieces ranging from religious subjects, 

toys, and even portraits. Most notably, German artist 

Wolfram Aichele, a former student of the Bavarian 

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It is anticipated that 

750,000 people in 

total will watch what 

is considered one of 

the most important 

religious and cultural 

events in Germany. 

State Woodcarving School, has his finest work of a 

processional church staff on display in the church 

of St Peter and St Paul in Oberammergau. 

Lüftlmalerei is a popular variation of painting and 

can be seen on many homes and buildings. Prevalent 

elements include banners with mottos, sundials, 

patron saints of houses, and house emblems. This 

fresco technique applies paint to freshly laid, or wet 

lime plaster, allowing the paintings to survive for 

longer periods of time. 

From buildings featuring unique Lüftlmalerei, to 

specially crafted woodcarvings, to breathtaking snow 

covered mountains, Oberammergau is the ultimate 

destination in 2020. Add to that the once in a ten year 

opportunity to see the historically preserved Passion 

Play, the experience is one you won’t want to miss. 

Experience the Passion Play on one of our trips. 

Details on pages 48 and 49. 

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LAST CHANCE 

EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE 

January 17-25, 2020 • 9 Days 

Call for current 

promotional offers! 

Highlights: Visit the popular ports of San Juan, Grand Turk, and Philipsburg • 

Holland America Line’s pristine private island of Half Moon Cay • White sandy 

beaches • Award winning dining • Bountiful variety of optional excursions. 

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Price: Call for current pricing. Trip includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • 

7 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Zuiderdam • 1 night hotel 

accommodation • all meals on ship • transfers • taxes and port changes. Trip #7869. 

HAWAIIAN ISLANDS CRUISE 

February 20-March 1, 2020 • 11 Days 

Limited availability! 

Highlights: Visit four Hawaiian Islands: Oaho, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii • Two nights 

on Oahu at a Waikiki Beach hotel • Honolulu city tour including Pearl Harbor and 

the exhibits at the USS Arizona Memorial • Overnight on the ship in Maui and 

Kauai to maximize time on shore • Variety of optional excursions and activities 

in each port. 

Price: Call for current pricing. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 

7 nights shipboard accommodations on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America • 2 nights hotel 

accommodations • all meals on ship • 2 meals on land • shore excursions per itinerary • transfers • 

taxes and port charges. Trip #7870. 

NEW ZEALAND IN-DEPTH 

March 1-14, 2020 • 14 Days 

Highlights: TranzAlpine train from Greymouth to Christchurch • Coastal Pacific 

train from Christchurch to Picton • Interislander ferry across the Cook Strait • 

Northern Explorer train from Wellington to National Park • Ride the Wellington 

Cable Car to the Botanical Gardens • View Franz Josef Glacier • Milford Sound 

cruise • Auckland Harbour cruise • Tour and dinner on a sheep farm • Rotorua 

Maori performance • Waitomo Caves and Glowworm Grotto. 

Price: $7,499 p/p double • $8,499 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from 

Indianapolis • escorted • 11 nights accommodations • 19 meals • sightseeing and admissions 

per itinerary • ground transportation. Trip #7827. 

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PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 

Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel 

February 4-7, 2020 • 4 Days 

U.S. WEST 

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Postcard picture perfect, the scenery of Palm 

Springs, California is a beautiful backdrop for your 

adventures. This desert oasis set in the Coachella 

Valley enjoys 350 days of sunshine a year and was once 

home to Hollywood stars like Bob Hope and the Rat 

Pack. See some of these celebrity homes in person on 

a city tour. Ride an Aerial Tramway along the cliffs to 

Mount San Jacinto State Park and savor the views at 

the top. Visit the Palm Springs Air Museum, and take 

an optional Jeep tour to learn about the Agua Caliente 

band of Cahuilla people and to see the San Andreas 

Fault. Experience the Palm Springs VillageFest, a 

vibrant street fair, and enjoy ample free time to shop 

along the palm tree-lined streets, golf, or lounge by the 

pool soaking up the warmth of the desert sun. 

Price: $1,749 p/p double • $2,139 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 3 nights accommodations • 5 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #7888. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes. 

YELLOWSTONE IN WINTER 

West Yellowstone • Yellowstone National Park 

February 19-23, 2020 • 5 Days 

Explore Yellowstone National Park by snowmobile 

or snowcoach! See the bubbling mud pots, herds of 

bison, and Old Faithful blanketed in snow — all without 

the crowds of summer. Adventure-seekers will be thrilled 

cruising through the park by snowmobile or, if you prefer 

to sightsee in heated, comfortable transportation, go 

by snowcoach instead. Enjoy two full days of guided 

snowmobiling or touring by snowcoach. An extra day on 

this favorite trip allows for independent exploration of 

the area. Visit the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, see a 

wilderness film at the IMAX Theatre, or try cross-country 

skiing or snowshoeing. No matter which way you choose 

to explore, the tranquil beauty of one of our nation’s 

most popular national parks will forever be etched in 

your mind. 

Price: from $2,149 p/p double • from $2,389 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 4 nights accommodations • 6 meals • sightseeing and 

admissions per itinerary • snowmobile and gear rental • ground transportation. Trip #7906. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where moderate 

walking, possibly on uneven terrain and/or snow and ice, is required. 


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U.S. WEST 

UTAH’S ARCHES & CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARKS 

Moab • Arches National Park • Canyonlands National Park • Dead Horse Point State Park 

April 21-25, 2020 • 5 Days 

© Josemaria Toscano 

©MoabAdventureCenter 

Adventures await you in Arches National Park and 

Canyonlands National Park, where the Colorado River 

snakes through colorful canyons and red sandstone, and 

the vistas, mesas, and buttes are breathtaking. Take to 

the waters of the Colorado River for a mild whitewater rafting 

adventure. See the unusual rock spires and outcroppings on a 

guided tour of Arches National Park. In Canyonlands National 

Park, take a jet boat tour to see geologic wonders, historical 

sites, prehistoric Indian ruins, and magnificent scenery with 

red rock canyon walls soaring 1,500 feet on either side of the 

river. Then travel by 4x4 vehicle past rock bridges, pinnacles, 

and balanced rocks and climb to the top of Island in the Sky 

— a spectacular mesa. And at Dead Horse Point State Park 

savor a picnic dinner overlooking the canyon. Your adventure 

headquarters is the Red Cliffs Lodge, surrounded by towering 

cliffs and magnificent views of the Colorado River. 

Highlights Include: 

• Jet boat and SUV tour of Canyonlands National Park 

• Guided tour of Arches National Park 

• Picnic dinner at Dead Horse Point State Park 

• Whitewater rafting adventure 


ground transportation. Trip #7940. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 

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U.S. WEST 

SANTA FE & TAOS, NEW MEXICO 

Albuquerque • Madrid • Santa Fe • Chimayo • Taos 

May 3-8, 2020 • 6 Days 

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Robert Reck Photography 

The rugged beauty of New Mexico’s northern 

mountains and high deserts inspired artists such as 

Georgia O’Keeffe, Joseph Henry Sharp, and Victor 

Higgins, a Hoosier, to paint and live there. This trip to 

the Southwest captures the majesty and charm of two of 

their favorite cities — Santa Fe and Taos. Tour museums 

and historic adobe churches, gallery hop, and eat delicious 

local cuisine while staying at two award-winning resorts. 

Tour the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, and see the famous El 

Santuario de Chimayo, a 19 th -century church that has been 

attributed with miraculous powers of healing. Visit Taos 

Pueblo, which has been inhabited by Native Americans 

for 1,000s of years, and travel out to Ghost Ranch where 

Georgia O’Keeffe lived and painted many of her best-known 

landscapes. An optional trip will be offered to the Puye Cliff 

Dwellings. Discover why so many have found this corner of 

the Southwest to be irresistible. 


• Santa Fe city tour 

• Tour Georgia O’Keeffe Museum 

• Scenic drive to Taos 

• Guided tour of Taos Pueblo 

• Guided tour of Ghost Ranch 

• Spend 3 nights at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe and 

2 nights at El Monte Sagrado Resort in Taos 

• Free time for independent exploration 



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U.S. WEST 

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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA GEMS 

Sacramento • South Lake Tahoe • Fort Bragg • Eureka • Redwood National and State Parks • Sonoma County 

May 15-22, 2020 • 8 Days 

©Will Patterson Photography 

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Few natural things in the world are larger than the Northern 

California redwoods. Travel from Sacramento to Mendocino 

and Humboldt Counties where these giants survive in lush forests 

like nowhere else on the planet. See these magnificent redwoods 

from the ground on short hikes, a train ride, and scenic drives, 

and from the canopy heights of a gondola ride. Take a ride on the 

famous Skunk Train, built as a logging railroad in 1885 to move 

massive redwood logs. Enjoy dinner at the Samoa Cookhouse, 

the last surviving cookhouse of the West, and climb to the top 

of one of the tallest Pacific coast lighthouses while visiting Point 

Arena. Travel along the Avenue of the Giants and visit Humboldt 

Redwoods State Park, and Redwood National and State Parks. A 

day trip to Lake Tahoe, wine tasting in Sonoma County, and the 

California Railroad Museum in Sacramento round out this trip of 

Northern California gems. 


• Visit Redwood National and State Parks 

• Drive through the Avenue of the Giants 

• Ride the Skunk Train through a redwood forest 

• Ride a sky tram over a redwood forest canopy 

• Climb to the top of one of the tallest Pacific 

coast lighthouses 

• Visit the quaint Victorian town of Eureka 

• Cruise Humboldt Bay 

• Visit the California Railroad Museum 



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U.S. WEST 

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MOUNT RUSHMORE & BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK 

Rapid City • Keystone • Crazy Horse Memorial • Mount Rushmore • Custer State Park • Badlands National Park 

June 9-12, 2020 • 4 Days 


©South Dakota Tourism 

Mount Rushmore National Memorial features the faces 

of four great American presidents who represent the 

founding, expansion, preservation, and unification 

of our country. Towering 5,725 feet above sea level, the 

60-foot faces took 14 years to create. But the presidents’ 

faces aren’t the only oversized aspects of South Dakota — 

everything seems bigger and more robust, from the broad 

blue sky to the bison that roam the Black Hills. Take an 

off-road Jeep tour in search of herds of buffalo and eat 

cowboy-style at a chuck wagon cookout in Custer State Park. 

Glide over rugged landscape aboard a vintage steam train, 

like those that helped settle the American West. Discover the 

story of the Western Great Plains, and get a unique view from 

the bottom of the world’s largest mountain carving, Crazy 

Horse Memorial. See the dramatic and surreal landscape of 

Badlands National Park, and view the inspirational lighting 

ceremony at Mount Rushmore. 


• Day visit and Evening Lighting Ceremony 

at Mount Rushmore National Memorial 

• Visit Badlands National Park and Wall Drug Store 

• Wildlife Jeep tour and chuckwagon cookout 

at Custer State Park 

• See Crazy Horse Memorial 

• 1880 Train excursion 

• Visit the Journey Museum 



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U.S. WEST 

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MONTANA’S GLACIER NATIONAL PARK 

Glacier National Park, Montana 

©Xanterra Parks & Resorts 

©South Dakota Tourism 

July 15-19, 2020 • 5 Days 

Small Group Departure 

More than one million acres of alpine meadows, rugged 

mountains, and stunning lakes await your exploration in 

Glacier National Park. The park is home to grizzly bears, elk, 

moose, bighorn sheep, and other wildlife, and contains 25 

active glaciers that move due to thawing and melting. Spend 

two nights inside the park at Lake McDonald Lodge & Cabins 

and two nights in the eastern area of the park at Many Glacier 

Hotel, both National Historic Landmarks. Ride the rapids on a 

whitewater rafting trip or choose a less strenuous float trip. See 

impressive glaciers, beautiful valleys, cascading waterfalls, and 

towering mountains on a vintage Red Jammer Bus tour along 

Going-to-the-Sun Road, which is regarded as one of the most 

scenic drives in the world. With miles of hiking trails that lead 

to some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet, plenty 

of outdoor activities, and ample free time, you’ll be sure to 

discover great adventures. 


• Interpretive Red Jammer Bus tour through 

Glacier National Park 

• Half-day whitewater rafting adventure 

• 4 nights at Glacier National Park lodges 

• Ample free time for independent exploration 



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U.S. WEST 

YELLOWSTONE & GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKS 

Yellowstone National Park • Grand Teton National Park • Jackson 

July 29-August 3, 2020 • 6 Days 

Book by January 3 & Save $50 

©Xanterra Parks & Resorts. All rights reserved. 

Open spaces, towering mountains, abundant wildlife, 

and wide rivers bending through canyons. Just like 

the West itself this trip is a grand one, creating life-long 

memories of an unforgettable journey through two 

spectacular national parks. Discover incredible Yellowstone 

National Park with two days of guided tours and time to 

explore on your own. See Mammoth Hot Spring Terraces, 

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Fountain Paint Pots, and 

of course, Old Faithful. View the most impressive peaks of 

Grand Teton National Park while on a Snake River float trip 

and learn about the wildlife and history of the area. Explore 

the charming town of Jackson, Wyoming, and travel to a 

cowboy-style, chuckwagon dinner. Spend three nights 

at park lodges; one night at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel 

and two nights at Old Faithful Snow Lodge, located near 

Old Faithful Geyser. Your last two nights are spent at The 

Lexington at Jackson Hole. 


• 2 days guided touring in Yellowstone National Park 

• 3 nights in Yellowstone National Park lodges 

• Float trip through Grand Teton National Park 

• Cowboy-style cookout 

• Tram ride to the top of Rendezvous Mountain 




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U.S. WEST 

NORTH DAKOTA DISCOVERY 

Bismarck • Minot • Williston • Theodore Roosevelt National Park • Medora 

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August 11-15, 2020 • 5 Days 


Discover the natural beauty of North Dakota! ! Take in the 

rolling grasslands dotted with bison in Theodore Roosevelt 

National Park and experience for yourself why President 

Roosevelt fell in love with the North Dakota Badlands. See 

the park through the eyes of a true local and learn about 

cowboy traditions that are still prevalent today. Pass by fields 

of sunflowers during prime harvesting season, see the fort 

from which General Custer set out for Little Big Horn, and visit 

a recreated Scandinavian village. On a dinner cruise along the 

Missouri River, hear about Lewis and Clark’s expedition and 

watch for bald eagles. Visit Fort Union Trading Post and Fort 

Buford, which provided protection for settlers moving west, 

and offer a glimpse into life on the western frontier. The tour 

culminates with a unique dining experience — a Pitchfork 

Steak Fondue, followed by the Medora Musical at an outdoor 

amphitheater overlooking the badlands. 


• Tour Theodore Roosevelt National Park with a local guide 

• Take in the outdoor Medora Musical 

• Scenic dinner cruise on Lewis and Clark Riverboat 

• Visit Scandinavian Heritage Park 

• Tour Fort Union Trading Post and Fort Buford 

• See Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park and the 

Mandan Indian Burial Grounds 

• Visit the Dakota Territory Air Museum 



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U.S. EAST 

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VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO 

Norfolk • Virginia Beach 

April 28-May 1, 2020 • 4 Days 

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The call of the trumpets, the beat of the drums, the 

wail of the pipes — these are the mighty sounds of the 

Virginia International Tattoo! An astounding display of 

inspirational military music, majestic massed pipes and 

drums, and show stopping drill team maneuvers, the 2020 

Tattoo is sure to be moving as it will pay tribute to the 

75 th anniversary of the end of World War II. Visit Nauticus, 

a modern maritime museum and explore the six-star, 

Battleship Wisconsin. While on a dinner cruise, view the 

mighty ships and submarines of the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet. 

See a beautiful collection of roses, camellias, and crape 

myrtles at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. At the Military 

Aviation Museum see one of the largest private collections 

of World War I and World War II era military aircraft in the 

world, and listen to “Rosie the Riveter” share stories of the 

women’s war effort and what life was like in Virginia Beach 

during the 40s. 


• See the 2020 Virginia International Tattoo 

• Tour Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval base 

• Dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Norfolk 

• Visit Nauticus and see the Battleship Wisconsin 

• Tour Norfolk Botanical Gardens and MacArthur Memorial 

• Swingtime in the Sky Tour at the Military Aviation Museum 

• Visit the Chrysler Museum of Art 

Price: $1,929 p/p double • $2,199 single. Trip includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 3 nights accommodations • 6 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #7962. 


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U.S. EAST 

SPRINGTIME IN NEW YORK CITY 

Crowne Plaza New York Times Square 

May 20-23, 2020 • 4 Days 

Spring is the perfect time to visit New York City, and 

Ambassadair has your hot ticket to see the new Broadway 

musical — Diana, about a woman who chose to be fearless, 

and as a result became timeless. This sensational production 

brings the legend of Princess Di to thrilling new life onstage! In 

addition, pass world-renown landmarks on a narrated city tour 

as your local guide shares the history and culture of Manhattan’s 

distinctive neighborhoods. Stay in Times Square, steps from 

Broadway theatres, top restaurants, and world-class shopping. 

Board the elegant Bateaux New York, with glass panoramic 

windows, for a scenic cruise around Liberty Island, complete 

with lunch and entertainment. Visit the High Line elevated 

linear park, and explore the Whitney Museum of American Art. 

Taste the Big Apple with a full day to do as you please; choose 

to visit museums, view the city from the Empire State Building, 

or stroll through Central Park in bloom. 


NYC & Company 

• Tickets to see the new Broadway musical — Diana 

• Scenic Statue of Liberty lunch cruise with live entertainment 

• Tour the Whitney Museum of American Art 

• Visit the High Line park 

• Stay in Times Square 

• Plenty of free time to do as you please 


ground transportation. Trip #7997. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking is required. 

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U.S. EAST 

INDEPENDENCE DAY IN NEW YORK CITY 

Crowne Plaza New York Times Square 

July 2-5, 2020 • 4 Days 

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©Oto Godfrey 

Trade in your ordinary Fourth of July picnic for patriotic 

fun and fireworks in New York City! Stay in Times Square 

where you’ll have easy access to top attractions. In the spirit 

of Independence Day, walk through American history — see 

Federal Hall where George Washington was inaugurated, St. 

Paul’s Chapel where he worshiped, and Fraunces Tavern where 

he bid farewell to his troops at the end of the Revolutionary 

War. Visit the birthplace of Theodore Roosevelt, and the 

Federal-style Morris-Jumel Mansion. Discover a variety of 

exhibits for all ages at the New York Historical Society Museum 

& Library, catch a popular Broadway musical, and take a 

whimsical pedicab tour in Central Park. Ignite your patriotic 

spirit on a celebratory dinner cruise with the best seats in 

town for viewing fireworks, beautiful Lady Liberty, and the 

Manhattan skyline; then raise a toast to honor those who have 

made our freedom possible. 


• Stay in Times Square 

• Independence Day Celebration Dinner & Fireworks Cruise 

• Ticket to a top Broadway show 

• Locally guided American History tour 

• Visit the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace 

National Historic Site 

• Tour the Morris-Jumel Mansion 

• Lunch at historic Fraunces Tavern & Museum 

• Visit the New York Historical Society Museum & Library 

• Pedicab tour in Central Park 


ground transportation. Trip #8005. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking is required. 


NEW 

© Robin Keus 2013-2014 

U.S. EAST 

BEST OF COASTAL MAINE 

Portland • Kennebunkport • Boothbay Harbor • Rockland • Camden • Bar Harbor • Acadia National Park 

July 12-17, 2020 • 6 Days 

Lobster, lighthouses, rugged Maine coastlines, and quaint 

seaside villages await you on one of Ambassadair’s most 

popular trips. Learn about the history, geology, and wildlife on 

a tour of Acadia National Park that includes a stop at the summit 

of Cadillac Mountain and lunch at Jordan Pond House. Enjoy a 

walking tour of Kennebunkport, with its historic district steeped 

in local lore and home to sea captains and shipbuilders, and see 

the Bush estate at Walker’s Point. Drive to the top of Mount Battie 

for panoramic views, and see a collection of works by many of 

America’s greatest artists. Stay along the rock-bound coast and 

granite cliffs of Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, a picturesque 

village of galleries and grand homes. Take a windjammer 

cruise aboard a majestic 151-foot, four-masted schooner. 

Enjoy a delicious lobster meal, and relax in the beautiful coastal 

surroundings as you relish summer in Maine. 


• Walking tour of Kennebunkport 

• Visit the Portland Head Light & Museum 

• Visit the Maine Lighthouse & Museum 

• See the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse 

• Guided tour through Acadia National Park 

• Lunch at Jordan Pond House 

• Take a Windjammer Cruise in Frenchman Bay 

• Visit the Farnsworth Art Museum 

• Enjoy the view from Mount Battie in Camden Hill State Park 



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U.S. EAST 

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SUMMER IN VERMONT 

Stowe • Woodstock • Middlebury • Waterbury • Quechee 

July 26-30, 2020 • 5 Days 

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Courtesy of Trapp Family Lodge 

The hills are alive with the sound of music… in Vermont! 

Spend four nights at the Trapp Family Lodge, located in 

scenic Stowe, with a host of activities from guided walks and 

beautiful grounds to movies and cooking demonstrations. 

In the early 1940s, the von Trapp family toured the United 

States as the Trapp Family Singers before settling in Stowe, 

on a beautiful property with widespread mountain vistas 

reminiscent of their beloved Austria. Venture to charming 

towns to sample Vermont treats and visit covered bridges 

dotting the countryside. Enjoy lunch at the Waybury Inn, 

also known as the Stratford Inn from the TV show Newhart. 

In Quechee, visit the famous Simon Pearce glass shop, where 

they have been making quality glassware for 38 years. Free 

time in Woodstock and Stowe for shopping at quaint stores, 

and touring the Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory round out 

this tour of culinary and cultural highlights! 


• Accommodations at Trapp Family Lodge 

• Brewery tour and Bavarian dinner at the Lodge 

• Lunch at the Waybury Inn 

• Tour the University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm 

• Visit Simon Pearce Glass Shop for shopping and 

demonstration 

• Visit Billings Farm & Museum 

• Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory tour 

• Free time in Stowe, Quechee, and Woodstock 

• Optional gondola ride at the Stowe Mountain Resort 




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U.S. SOUTH 

CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: FESTIVAL OF HOUSES & GARDENS 

Courtyard Charleston Historic District 

March 25-28, 2020 • 4 Days 

©Charleston Area CVB/www.charlestoncvb.com 

Revel in the warm sunshine and rich history of America’s Deep 

South on this tour of the coastal city of Charleston, South 

Carolina. Magnificent architecture and flourishing gardens are 

numerous throughout the historic neighborhoods of Charleston, 

and an afternoon behind the gates of several private gardens during 

the Festival of Houses & Gardens is sure to delight. Look for azaleas, 

camellias, climbing roses, and tea olives that burst with color each 

spring. See the city first by carriage ride, then have plenty of time to 

explore more on your own. Tour Magnolia Plantation with enormous 

oaks draped with Spanish moss, and see how tea leaves are 

harvested and processed at the only tea plantation in North America. 

Take a cruise to Fort Sumter, tour Patriots Point Naval & Maritime 

Museum, and enjoy the best of Lowcountry cuisine. Discover for 

yourself why Charleston is consistently ranked as one of the best 

cities to visit in America. 


• Charleston city tour by carriage 

• Garden tour as a part of the Festival of Houses & Gardens 

• Magnolia Plantation & Gardens tour 

• Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum tour 

• Harbor cruise to Fort Sumter 

• Charleston Tea Plantation tour 


ground transportation. Trip #7948. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 

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MOTORCOACH 

SPRINGTIME TOUR OF THE SOUTH 

Memphis • Vicksburg • Natchez • New Orleans • Birmingham • Nashville 

March 21-29, 2020 • 9 Days 

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Travel through the beautiful South in springtime. In 

Memphis, tour the city’s historic sites, watch the ducks march 

through the lobby of the Peabody Hotel, and delve into the life 

of Elvis Presley with a tour of Graceland and the entertainment 

complex. Visit Vicksburg and tour the National Military Park. 

Tour Stanton Hall, Natchez’s premier historic attraction. In 

New Orleans, stay in the French Quarter, visit the city’s famous 

landmarks, enjoy a dinner cruise on the Mississippi River, and 

watch a skilled chef prepare a Cajun/Creole lunch for you. 

Get up close with native wildlife while touring Honey Island 

Swamp. Visit Bellingrath Gardens and Home, take a tour 

focused on the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham, and 

visit the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville. 


• City tours in Memphis, Natchez, New Orleans, 

and Birmingham 

• Vicksburg National Military Park 

• Stanton Hall tour and lunch at The Carriage 

House Restaurant 

• New Orleans School of Cooking 

• Honey Island swamp tour 

• Jazz-themed dinner cruise in New Orleans 

• Lunch and tour at Bellingrath Gardens and Home 

• Civil Rights Institute in Birmingham 

• Country Music Hall of Fame 

Price: $2,549 p/p double • $3,269 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Indianapolis • escorted • 8 nights accommodations • 16 meals • 

sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #7931. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking is required. 


MOTORCOACH 

WASHINGTON, D.C. CHERRY BLOSSOMS 

Washington, D.C. • Mount Vernon • Gettysburg 

March 25-31, 2020 • 7 Days 

Watch the scenery roll by at a leisurely pace to Washington, 

D.C., arriving to see spring in full swing and the city abloom 

with cherry blossoms and festivities. The famous trees, a gift 

from Japan in 1912, ignite the city with a sea of pale pink and white 

blossoms. A brunch cruise on the Potomac River is sure to impress 

with its views of these trees and several monuments. Visit favorite 

sites in the area including National Mall Monuments, the U.S. 

Capitol Building, and the Smithsonian’s museums and galleries. 

Get a glimpse into plantation life at Mount Vernon, George 

Washington’s home on the Potomac River. See the Changing 

of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and John F. 

Kennedy gravesite. Have lunch at a tavern frequented by George 

Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams. Stops en route 

include the John & Annie Glenn Museum, Gettysburg National 

Military Park, and the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania. 


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• Cherry Blossom cruise on the Potomac River 

• Tour of National Mall Monuments 

• Mount Vernon 

• Arlington National Cemetery 

• Smithsonian Museums 

• Gettysburg Battlefield Tour and Film/Cyclorama 

• Eisenhower National Historic Site 

• Flight 93 National Memorial 

• John & Annie Glenn Museum 


sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #7954. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 

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MOTORCOACH 

©Allie Caulfield 

LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA 

Walnut Creek • Hershey • Lancaster • Wheeling 

April 1-5, 2020 • 5 Days 

Travel to Amish Country in Ohio and Pennsylvania and see 

Lancaster County’s lush rolling hills and Amish farms with 

windmills dotting the horizon. Visit The Amish Village for an 

authentic look at today’s Amish lifestyle, and browse Amish 

markets for locally made foods and crafts. Enjoy dinner and 

the musical Guys and Dolls at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 

and see the Biblical story Queen Esther onstage at the Sight & 

Sound Theatre. Visit “CHOCOLATETOWN, USA” — also known 

as Hershey, Pennsylvania, for a tour of Hershey’s Chocolate 

World and a chocolate tasting. See a fascinating collection of 

more than 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars at the 

Pennsylvania Railroad Museum, and hear stories of the life 

and times of President James Buchanan at his homestead, 

Wheatland. This motorcoach trip to the heart of Pennsylvania 

Dutch Country is a perfect introduction to Amish ways, 

delicious home-style meals, and engaging experiences. 

© 2015 The Amish Village 


• Historical tour and visit to Hershey’s Chocolate World 

• Visit The Amish Village — an authentic Amish property 

• Visit the Pennsylvania Railroad Museum 

• Sight & Sound Theatre production of Queen Esther 

• Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre’s Guys and Dolls 

• Tour Wheatland, homestead of former President 

James Buchanan 

• Home-style Amish meals 


sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #7949. 


MOTORCOACH 

SMOKY MOUNTAINS BY TRAIN 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park • Gatlinburg • Pigeon Forge • Nantahala Gorge • Hiwassee Loop • 

Lookout Mountain • Chattanooga 

May 6-11, 2020 • 6 Days 

©Josh Scott 

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Hugging the borders of Tennessee and North Carolina, 

the Great Smoky Mountains invite you to take in their 

majestic scenery. Ridge after ridge of fragrant pines and 

proud oaks surround you while traveling through Great Smoky 

Mountains National Park. Ride the rails on the Great Smoky 

Mountains Railroad through the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. On 

the Tennessee Valley Railroad, wind your way through the 50-mile 

Hiwassee Loop where the tracks cross over themselves as they 

corkscrew up the mountain. At Lookout Mountain, head straight 

up on the Incline Railway and see the true marvel of nature, 

Rock City. You’ll also visit Gatlinburg and see the sacred waters 

cascading over a 65-foot waterfall at Cumberland Falls State Park. 

A visit to Old Mill in Pigeon Forge takes you back in time, and the 

Smoky Mountain Opry is sure to entertain. The beautiful views of 

the Smoky Mountains and Tennessee Valley are bound to create 

a memorable journey. 


• Guided tour and picnic in Great Smoky Mountains 

National Park 

• Nantahala Gorge on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 

• Tennessee Valley Railroad’s Hiwassee Loop 

• Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Rock City 

• Smoky Mountain Opry 

• The Old Mill and Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge 

Price: $1,559 p/p double • $1,959 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Indianapolis • escorted • 5 nights accommodations • 11 meals • 


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HOLLAND, MICHIGAN’S TULIP TIME FESTIVAL 

Saugatuck • Holland 

May 7-9, 2020 • 3 Days 

NEW 

Each spring since 1929, the small town of Holland, 

Michigan blossoms with millions of tulips and 

celebrates its Dutch heritage during its Tulip Time 

Festival. See miles of tulip lanes in Holland’s historic 

district and neighborhoods on a tour with a local guide. 

Visit a tulip farm and Windmill Island Gardens with its 

manicured gardens, canals, and an authentic Dutch 

windmill. Be entertained by festival shows, music, and 

dancing. Visit a wooden shoe factory and a Delftware 

production facility where the world-famous Dutch 

pottery is molded, hand-decorated, and glazed. Enjoy 

Dutch food and view the grand finale parade with 

marching bands, floats, giant helium balloons, and 

Dutch klompen dancers. Stop in Saugatuck, Michigan 

to enjoy the quaint town before arriving in Holland. 

MOTORCOACH 

Price: $679 p/p double • $839 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Indianapolis • escorted • 2 nights accommodations • 4 meals • 


NEW HARMONY & FRENCH LICK, INDIANA 

New Harmony Inn • West Baden Springs Hotel 

May 28-31, 2020 • 4 Days 

Find beauty, tranquility, and history in New 

Harmony and French Lick, Indiana. Learn about the 

great contributions that New Harmony’s residents have 

given society while on a tour of the historical buildings. 

Spend one night at the New Harmony Inn, where 

gardens and activities are in walking distance. Then wrap 

yourself in elegance at the West Baden Springs Hotel 

in French Lick and gaze upon the majestic dome from 

your atrium view room. Learn about the history of both 

West Baden Springs Hotel and French Lick Springs Hotel 

on walking tours. Take a ride on the French Lick Scenic 

Railway through the second largest railroad tunnel in 

the state and along the Hoosier National Forest. Top off 

this southern Indiana trip with lunch at Stream Cliff Herb 

Farm, known for culinary herbs, quilt shaped gardens, 

and wine. 

Price: $999 p/p double • $1,329 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Indianapolis • escorted • 3 nights accommodations • 8 meals • 

sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #7996. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


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MOTORCOACH 

TRAINS OF WEST VIRGINIA 

Elkins • Green Bank • Durbin • Davis • Romney • Weston 

June 4-9, 2020 • 6 Days 

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© 2013 Larry “Bubba” Harmon. Creative Commons 

Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 

Toot! Toot! Calling all train fanatics, nature lovers, and 

history buffs — don’t miss this exciting trip to the heart of 

West Virginia! Three unique trains take you winding through 

unspoiled wilderness, deep canyons, and over bridges — 

passing high falls, towering trees, and free-flowing rivers. 

Historic places, quaint towns, and talented performers and 

musicians beckon you to explore their home and culture. View 

Blackwater River Falls, one of the most photographed sites in 

West Virginia, and enjoy the Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre. 

Learn about the world of radio astronomy and see the world’s 

premier single-dish telescope. Take an architecture tour of the 

Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, a National Historic Landmark. 

Now, with an extra day, enjoy time at Canaan Valley Resort, a 

mountain resort amidst the gorgeous Allegheny Mountains, 

or enjoy an optional excursion to nearby Seneca Caverns. 


• Three unique train excursions: 

Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad 

Durbin Rocket 

New Tygart Flyer 

• Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre 

• Blackwater Falls State Park 

• Green Bank Telescope 

• Scenic views in the Allegheny Mountains 

• Historical tour of the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum 

• Optional excursion to nearby Seneca Caverns 



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MOTORCOACH 

LILAC TIME ON MACKINAC ISLAND 

Thunder Bay Resort • Mackinac Island • Charlevoix • Petoskey 

June 12-16, 2020 • 5 Days 

Jimmy Taylor Photography 2016 

The picturesque towns of northern Michigan beckon 

you to a bygone era of old-world hospitality and charm. 

Absorb the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings on 

Mackinac Island, a place where time moves at the pace of a 

horse-drawn carriage. Unwind and take in the spectacular 

views from a rocking chair on the world’s longest porch 

at the Grand Hotel. Let the enchanting aroma of lilacs 

envelop you during the annual Lilac Festival, and have the 

opportunity to watch the parade or participate in some 

of the events. At the pinnacle of this trip are two nights at 

the island’s crown jewel, the Grand Hotel. On the way to 

Mackinac Island, stay at the Thunder Bay Resort and take 

a carriage ride to view wild elk followed by a five-course 

dinner with locally produced wines. On the return route, 

stop in Charlevoix to see the unique architecture of Earl 

Young’s “mushroom” houses, and discover the quaint 

town of Petoskey. 


©Kathleen Conklin 

• Mackinac Island during the Lilac Festival 

• 2 nights at the elegant Grand Hotel 

• Narrated carriage tour of Mackinac Island 

• Scenic ferry ride 

• Horse-drawn carriage ride through an elk preserve 

for a five-course dinner in a rustic lodge 

• See Earl Young’s “mushroom” houses in Charlevoix 

• Ample free time to explore quaint towns 




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MOTORCOACH 

GALENA, ILLINOIS 

DeSoto House Hotel 

June 25-27, 2020 • 3 Days 

Vintage charm on the rivers! This northwestern Illinois 

getaway transports you to yesteryear’s days of gracious 

living. Galena, situated near the Galena and Mississippi 

Rivers, is a popular Midwestern river town for travelers and 

history buffs, with architecture that reflects its 19 th -century 

roots built on steamboating and lead ore mining. Antique 

and collectible stores line Galena’s historic district and are all 

housed in restored 19 th -century buildings. Spend an evening 

Remembering Old Galena, an original musical production that 

paints a portrait of the town’s colorful history, paired with 

a delicious dinner. Immerse yourself in Galena’s Historical 

Museum where true national treasures are on exhibit, and 

meet the spirit of Ulysses S. Grant when you visit his home. Tour 

Belvedere Mansion and Gardens, a lavish 22-room Italianate 

home that was built in 1857, and stay at the DeSoto House 

Hotel, located right in the center of it all. 


• Galena historical tour, including a visit to President 

Ulysses S. Grant’s home 

• Tour Belvedere Mansion and Gardens 

• Stay at the historic DeSoto House Hotel 

• See Remembering Old Galena, a private musical production 

• Visit the Galena/Jo Daviess County History Museum 



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MOTORCOACH 

MACKINAC ISLAND & TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN 

Grand Rapids • Traverse City • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore • Mackinac Island 

July 19-23, 2020 • 5 Days 

A trip for all your senses is found in Mackinac Island 

and Traverse City. See the beauty of the beaches, water, 

and art; hear the sounds of history at a music museum; 

smell the gardens; and taste the cherries. Stroll through the 

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, and be amazed 

at a collection of restored automated musical instruments. 

Take in the expansive views atop the bluffs in Sleeping Bear 

Dunes National Lakeshore. Pick cherries at a local orchard 

and experience all things cherry at Cherry Republic. No trip 

to the northern part of Michigan would be complete without 

exploring beautiful Mackinac Island while staying in the 

Grand Hotel where your horse and carriage awaits. Unwind 

and take in the spectacular views from a rocking chair on 

the world’s longest porch and experience the old-world 

hospitality and charm. Find your sense of relaxation and 

adventure with this fun-filled trip to northern Michigan. 


© Traverse City Tourism 

• 2 nights at the elegant Grand Hotel 

• Narrated carriage tour of Mackinac Island 

• Scenic ferry ride 

• Discover Michigan’s cherry region with a visit to a cherry 

orchard and Cherry Republic 

• Scenic drive through Sleeping Bear Dunes 

National Lakeshore 

• Tour the Music House Museum 

• Visit the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 




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MOTORCOACH 

KENTUCKY HISTORY & WHISKEY 

Louisville • Bardstown • Clermont 

© Photo property of Kentucky Distiller’s Association 


© bardstowntourism.com 

Explore the birthplace of Bourbon on this fun and 

enlightening excursion. Savor some of Kentucky’s most 

famous brands, discover the stories behind their creation, 

and take in some popular attractions along the way. Stop 

in Louisville to launch your Bourbon journey at the Frazier 

Museum, dance and dine on board the Belle of Louisville, and 

overnight downtown close to Whiskey Row. Explore Bardstown, 

declared the “Most Beautiful Small Town in America” by Rand 

McNally and USA Today. Tour Federal Hill, the historic estate 

at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, and see a musical about 

America’s first great composer; Stephen Foster. Relive the 

elegance of railcar dining aboard My Old Kentucky Dinner 

Train as you travel through beautiful Bourbon Country. At the 

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, learn the inspiring 

connection between this pristine woodland and the Bourbon 

industry. Come along — it will be barrels of fun! 


• Bourbon tastings and distillery tours 

• Excursion on My Old Kentucky Dinner Train 

• Tour Federal Hill Estate at My Old Kentucky 

Home State Park 

• Outdoor theatre performance of The Stephen 

Foster Story 

• Dinner cruise on the Belle of Louisville 

• Picnic lunch at the Jim Beam Stillhouse 


sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #8051. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking is required. 

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NEW 

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DOOR COUNTY, WISCONSIN 

Sturgeon Bay • Sister Bay • Fish Creek • Egg Harbor • Bailey’s Harbor • Ephraim 

August 25-28, 2020 • 4 Days 

MOTORCOACH 

With its incredible lake views, Swedish heritage, arts, and 

quaint towns there’s no wonder Door County, Wisconsin 

is one of Ambassadair’s favorite destinations! Discover 

the region’s maritime history with tours of a tug boat and a 

lighthouse. Learn the unique history of Sven’s Bluff and Door 

County’s early settlers while on a cruise to the Strawberry 

Islands. Watch a show at a beautiful outdoor theater nestled 

in a cedar forest along the lakefront. Enjoy wine tasting at a 

winery located in a 100-year-old restored dairy barn, and tour 

a Norwegian-style chapel with hand-carved woodwork. Stay 

at the Bridgeport Waterfront Resort, located by the marina 

with walking paths along the shore. A traditional Door County 

fish boil with local whitefish, cherry pies made from the fruit of 

local orchards, handcrafted cheese, and Swedish cuisine at a 

restaurant where goats graze on the grass-topped roof make 

this destination a delight for all your senses. 


Courtesy of Lawrence College 

• Experience a traditional Door County fish boil 

• Cruise from Fish Creek to the Strawberry Islands 

• Tour the Maritime Museum, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, 

and Bjorklunden Chapel 

• See a performance by the Peninsula Players 

• Taste wine at a winery located in a 100-year-old 

restored dairy barn 

• Visit a Danish bakery and a local cheesemaker’s shop 


sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #8041 . 


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ALASKA 

ALASKA’S NORTHERN LIGHTS & IDITAROD 

Anchorage • Willow • Whittier • Talkeetna • Chena Hot Springs • Fairbanks 

March 4-13, 2020 • 10 Days 

A winter adventure awaits in Alaska! Be there for the 

ceremonial and official starts of the historic Iditarod Trail Sled Dog 

Race®, then set off in search of the northern lights with exciting 

adventures and breathtaking views along the way. Visit an Iditarod 

team kennel and ride along trails that have trained multiple winning 

teams. Traverse the Alaska Range aboard the Aurora Winter Train 

enjoying panoramic vistas, wildlife, river valleys, and rocky gorges. 

See waterfalls and hanging glaciers while cruising along sheer cliff 

walls, wide glacier out wash streams, and deep groves scoured in 

the rock walls. Unwind in the quirky outpost of Talkeetna, offering 

majestic views of the tallest peak in North America — Denali. And 

at Chena Hot Springs Resort, soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters 

while watching for the northern lights under one of the most active 

bands of aurora activity. 

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• 2 nights at Chena Hot Springs Resort with opportunity 

to see the northern lights 

• Glacier cruise to the face of two tidewater glaciers 

• Aurora Winter Train from Talkeetna to Fairbanks 

• Dog mushing experience 

• Ceremonial and official starts of the Iditarod 

Trail Sled Dog Race® 

• Attend the Mushers Banquet 

• Visit the headquarters of the Iditarod 

• Mountain side accommodations at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge 

Price: $3,179 p/p double • $3,899 single. Price does not include airfare. Trip Includes: escorted • 8 nights accommodations • 12 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #7957. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain and/or snow and ice, is required. 

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ALASKA 

INSIDE PASSAGE SOJOURN 

Ketchikan • Metlakatla • Thorne Bay • Wrangell • Tracy Arm • Juneau • Glacier Bay National Park • Sitka 

June 3-13, 2020 • 11 Days 

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© Alaskan Dream Cruises 

Dreaming of an intimate encounter with Alaska? Step 

on board Alaskan Dream Cruises’ 76-guest ship, the Chichagof 

Dream and cruise in waters where the big ships can’t! Discover 

more of Alaska’s unspoiled wilderness on this up-close-andpersonal, 

small ship cruise. Navigate the pristine islands of 

Alaska’s Inside Passage from Ketchikan to Sitka, stopping along 

the way for exploration. The schedule is flexible and the itinerary 

is relaxed so you have the freedom to gaze at waterfalls, fjords, 

glaciers, tidewater estuaries, and mountains shrouded in mist. 

Led by Alaskan guides, you’ll scout for humpback whales 

and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound, and board 

expedition craft for optimal viewing of wildlife along the water’s 

edge. Travel along Tracy Arm and view the twin Sawyer Glaciers, 

experience the rich cultural heritage in remote villages, and 

leave with a deep personal connection with Alaska. 


• Small ship cruising for an intimate wilderness experience 

• Orca Point Lodge Alaskan salmon and king crab dinner 

• Up close glacier viewing in Tracy Arm and 

Glacier Bay National Park 

• Wildlife viewing experiences on board expedition craft 

• Cultural heritage discoveries in intriguing villages 

• Chef-inspired cuisine 

Price: from $6,149 p/p double • from $9,149 single. Price does not include airfare. Trip Includes: 9 nights shipboard accommodations on Alaskan Dream Cruises’ Chichagof 

Dream • 1 night hotel accommodation • 28 meals • sightseeing excursions per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port charges. Trip #7977. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate 

walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


ALASKA 

ALASKA EXPLORER CRUISE 

Seattle • Juneau • Glacier Bay National Park • Sitka • Ketchikan • Victoria 

June 12-20, 2020 • 9 Days 

© Holland America Line 

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Price: from $2,869 p/p double • from $4,149 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted (with 15 or more guests) • 7 nights shipboard accommodations on 

Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam • 1 night hotel accommodation • 22 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port charges. Trip #7971. 

See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 

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Embark on the ideal cruise for fun in Alaska. Spend a night 

in Seattle before boarding the ms Eurodam, then set sail out 

of lovely Puget Sound and head to the icy-blue glaciers and 

charming frontier ports of our northern-most state. Cruise 

through Glacier Bay National Park where tidewater glaciers calve 

more actively than anyplace else in the world. In Juneau, optional 

adventures include a five glacier seaplane exploration, an 

excursion to Mendenhall Glacier, or a whale watching cruise. Visit 

Sitka, considered the most beautiful of southeast Alaska’s towns. 

In Ketchikan, opt for a floatplane trip to see Misty Fjords National 

Monument or explore the totem poles in Tongass National 

Forest. Discover Victoria, British Columbia before disembarking 

back in Seattle. 


• Discover Juneau, Alaska’s capital city 

• Visit Ketchikan, home to the world’s largest collection 

of totem poles 

• See the historic and scenic community of Sitka, located 

on Baranof Island 

• Scenic cruising through Glacier Bay National Park 

• Evening visit to Victoria, British Columbia 

Included Ambassadair Add-ons: 

• Pre-cruise overnight stay in downtown Seattle 

• Private sightseeing tour in Seattle, including a visit to famous 

Pike Place Market 

• Visit the Museum of Flight 


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ALASKA 

DENALI ADVENTURE 

Fairbanks • Denali National Park • Anchorage • 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise • Glacier Bay National Park • 

Haines (Skagway) • Juneau • Ketchikan • Inside Passage • Vancouver 

June 24-July 5, 2020 • 12 Days 

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©wollertz 2014 

This tour is the perfect combination of the relaxed 

atmosphere of a seven-night cruise plus the highlights 

of an Alaska land tour. Enjoy a four-night land tour from 

Fairbanks to Anchorage, with two nights in Denali National Park. 

Take a sternwheeler riverboat cruise on the Chena and Tenana 

Rivers. Search for wildlife while on a Tundra Wilderness Tour in 

Denali National Park. Continue to Anchorage via the McKinley 

Explorer with panoramic views from your seat in a glass dome 

railcar. Board Holland America Line’s ms Noordam in Seward to 

embark on a glorious Inside Passage Glacier Discovery Cruise. 

Discover Glacier Bay National Park where jagged snow-covered 

mountain peaks and calving glaciers will leave you in awe. 


• Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park 

• Panoramic views from the McKinley Explorer dome railcars 

• Riverboat cruise on the Chena and Tenana Rivers 

• Five-star dining on Holland America Line’s ms Noordam 


• Stay in Junior Suite accommodations in Denali National Park 

• Ambassadair “Your Choice” excursion in Denali National Park 

• Lunch on the McKinley Explorer dome train 

• Breakfast in Anchorage 

• Gratuities for bus drivers, local guides, and train car attendants 

• Onboard beverage package 

• Dinner at the ship’s Pinnacle Grill 

Price: from $4,699 p/p double • from $7,549 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s 

ms Noordam • 4 nights hotel accommodations • 23 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • ground transportation (motorcoach, train) • taxes and port charges. 

Trip #7978. See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 


ALASKA 

GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE 

Anchorage • Glacier Bay National Park • Haines (Skagway) • Juneau • Ketchikan • Inside Passage • Vancouver 

June 27-July 5, 2020 • 9 Days 

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Discover the beauty and power of Alaska’s pristine waters 

on this majestic Holland America Line cruise! Experience the 

ever-changing glacial landscape in Glacier Bay National Park, 

which has more active tidewater glaciers than anywhere else 

in the world. Watch as pods of humpback whales swim by, sea 

lions rest on nearby islands, and harbor seals nurture their pups. 

Explore the picturesque towns of Ketchikan and Juneau, where 

you can choose from a variety of optional activities, including 

whale watching, flightseeing, or a visit to Mendenhall Glacier. 

This memorable cruise departs from Seward and highlights the 

glacial beauty of southeastern Alaska. 


• Discover Anchorage with pre-cruise overnight 

• Scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park 

• Full day and evening in port at Haines, gateway to visit the 

Gold Rush town of Skagway 

• A variety of optional activities in Juneau and Ketchikan 

• Carefree cruising on Holland America Line’s ms Noordam 


• Pre-cruise hotel night in downtown Anchorage 

• Welcome breakfast at Anchorage hotel 

• Cocktail party on board the ship 

Price: from $3,049 p/p double • from $4,369 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • locally hosted • 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America 

Line’s ms Noordam • 1 night hotel accommodation • 21 meals • transfers • taxes and port charges. Trip #7979. See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 

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ALASKA IN-DEPTH 

Anchorage • Denali National Park • Fairbanks • Dawson City • Whitehorse • Skagway • 

4-night Inside Passage Cruise • Glacier Bay National Park • Ketchikan • Vancouver 

July 12-25, 2020 • 14 Days 


Embark on the ultimate Alaskan journey — a land tour coupled 

with a four-night cruise that lets you experience more of Alaska 

and the Yukon Territory of Canada. Explore Anchorage before 

departing for Denali National Park on the McKinley Explorer dome 

train. Embark on a Tundra Wilderness Tour, visit Fairbanks, and 

fly to historic Dawson City in Canada’s Yukon Territory. See 

Whitehorse and follow the Klondike Gold Rush Trail by vintage 

train. Explore Skagway before boarding the ms Koningsdam for 

a cruise through Glacier Bay National Park, and sail the Inside 

Passage before disembarking in Vancouver. 

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• Panoramic views from the McKinley Explorer dome railcars 


• White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge train ride 


• Discover Anchorage with an extra day and overnight 

• Anchorage Welcome Dinner 

• Lunch on the McKinley Explorer dome train 

• Stay in Junior Suite accommodations in Denali National Park 

• Ambassadair “Your Choice” excursion in Denali National Park 

• Riverboat tour and dinner in Fairbanks 

• Private tour and dinner in Dawson City 

• Alaskan Barbeque and Dredge Town visit in Skagway 

• Gratuities for bus drivers, local guides, and train car attendants 

• Onboard beverage package 

• Dinner at the ship’s Pinnacle Grill 

Price: from $5,599 p/p double • from $9,339 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • internal flight per itinerary • escorted • 4 nights shipboard accommodations 

on Holland America Line’s ms Koningsdam • 9 nights hotel accommodations • 20 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • ground transportation (motorcoach, train) • 

taxes and port charges. Trip #7980 / #7981. See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 


ALASKA 

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ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE 

Vancouver • Inside Passage • Juneau • Skagway • Glacier Bay National Park • Ketchikan 

August 14-22, 2020 • 9 Days 

Book with Canadian Rockies by Rail. See page 45. 

This perfect summer getaway starts in Canada with an overnight 

stay in the stylish metropolis of Vancouver, British Columbia. See 

the city highlights including Stanley Park before a spectacular 

seven-day cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage and into Glacier 

Bay National Park. Catch your breath as ice-blue glaciers thunder 

and crash into the water before your eyes. A naturalist on board will 

explain the behaviors of wildlife that make this area their summer 

home and the mysterious, striking landscapes. Choose to take 

optional excursions such as a savory salmon bake, a wildlife cruise, 

dog sledding, flightseeing, totem pole gazing, or cruising the twin 

Sawyer Glaciers. Visit Alaska’s state capital, Juneau, explore historic 

Creek Street in Ketchikan, and port in the picturesque Gold Rush 

town of Skagway along the way. 


• Sightseeing tour in Vancouver including Stanley Park 

and Granville Island 

• Scenic cruising through Glacier Bay National Park 

• Visit the capital city of Juneau 

• Shop the galleries on historic Creek Street in Ketchikan 

• Port in the picturesque Gold Rush town of Skagway 

• Experience Holland America Line’s award-winning service 

and five-star dining 


• Pre-cruise hotel night in Vancouver 

• Sightseeing tour in Vancouver 

• Breakfast in Vancouver 

• Cocktail party on board the ship 

Price: from $2,799 p/p double • from $3,999 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted (with 15 or more guests) • 7 nights shipboard accommodations 

on Holland America Line’s ms Koningsdam • 1 night hotel accommodation • 22 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port charges. Trip #7982. 


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ALASKA’S NATIONAL PARKS 

Anchorage • Denali National Park • Talkeetna • Seward • Kenai Fjords National Park 

August 20-27, 2020 • 8 Days 

This land adventure tour is a great introduction to the 

national parks and wildlife of Alaska! Denali National Park is 

six million acres of wild land, crowned by North America’s tallest 

peak, the 20,000-foot Denali. Spend two nights in park lodging, 

and learn about the animals, flora, and fauna of this spectacular 

park on an included Tundra Wilderness Tour. With your free time, 

splurge for optional tours to river raft, flightsee, take a jet boat 

safari, or visit an award-winning Iditarod dog kennel. Then savor 

the views while riding a deluxe dome railcar to the quaint town 

of Talkeetna, which began as a trading post when gold was first 

discovered in the Susitna River. The journey culminates with a 

drive along the Seward Highway as it hugs the dramatic shores 

of scenic Turnagain Arm to a glacier and wildlife cruise through 

majestic Kenai Fjords National Park, where nearly 40 glaciers 

flow from the Harding Icefield. 


• Spend 2 nights in Denali National Park 


• Scenic wildlife and glacier cruise in Kenai Fjords 

National Park 

• Ride deluxe dome railcars from Denali National Park 

to Talkeetna 

• Deluxe hotels including the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge 

with views of Denali and the Alaska Range 

Price: $4,799 p/p double • $5,659 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 7 nights hotel accommodations • 10 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation (motorcoach, train). Trip #7985. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


CANADA 

MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY BY RAIL 

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac • Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth 

February 6-11, 2020 • 6 Days 

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A winter wonderland of old-world charm awaits you 

in Montreal and Quebec City. In Montreal, see the Notre 

Dame Basilica, enjoy an amazing view from the peak of Mount 

Royal, and take in the panoramic vistas from the largest 

observation wheel in Canada. After two nights at Fairmont The 

Queen Elizabeth, a relaxing train ride transports you through 

picturesque scenery to enchanting Quebec City for the Carnaval 

de Quebec. Don your red gear and arrow sash and take part 

in this long-standing tradition of winter celebration. View the 

massive ice sculptures, take a ride down the toboggan slide, 

and catch the night parade. Spend three nights at Fairmont Le 

Chateau Frontenac, a world-renowned icon that dominates the 

Quebec City skyline with its unique architecture. See the city 

with a local guide and view Montmorency Falls. A tour of a hotel 

built entirely of snow and ice and a visit to traditional sugar shack 

complete this wintery sojourn. 


• Experience Winter Carnival 

• Guided tours of Montreal and Quebec City 

• Ride La Grande Roue de Montreal 

• Train from Montreal to Quebec City 

• Lunch at an authentic Canadian sugar shack 

• Accommodations and Farewell Dinner at Fairmont 

Le Chateau Frontenac 

• Tour a hotel made entirely of snow and ice 


ground transportation. Trip #7887. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain and/or snow and ice, is required. 


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CANADA 

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABROADOR 

Deer Lake • Corner Brook • Gros Morne National Park • Port au Choix • Gulf of St. Lawrence • St. Anthony • 

Cow Head • Gander • Terra Nova National Park • Clarenville • Bonavista Peninsula • Trinity • St John’s 

July 11-22, 2020 • 12 Days 

Journey along the road less traveled from the 

northernmost tip of Newfoundland to the farthest point 

east. Meander through soaring fjords, fragrant forests, and 

stunning coastlines. Walk in the steps of the Vikings at L’Anse 

aux Meadows National Historic Site. Cruise to where breaching 

humpbacks perform their ballet and majestic mountains and 

icebergs envelop you. Pass puffin colonies perched on the 

land’s edge and breath in the fresh, clean air. Wander along 

stunning coastline, and explore the colorful, friendly culture 

of seaside villages. Stop in Gander and learn how its role in 

the days following 9/11 inspired the hit musical Come From 

Away. See Gros Morne National Park’s ancient landscape, a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site, shaped by colliding continents 

and grinding glaciers. Encounter the vastness, wildlife, living 

culture, and traditions of Newfoundland and Labrador — the 

kind of travel experience that remains in your heart. 


• Travel through Gros Morne National Park 

• Scenic boat tour in Bonne Bay 

• Visit Red Bay National Historic Site and 

L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site 

• Whale watching boat tour 

• Boat tour in Witless Bay Ecological Reserve to 

search for puffins 

• Lighthouse viewing and an opportunity to see icebergs 

• Ride the ferry to and from Labrador 

Price: $6,249 p/p double • $7,079 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 11 nights accommodations • 23 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #8006. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 


NEW 

CANADA 

BANFF NATIONAL PARK 

Banff • Lake Louise 

July 14-18, 2020 • 5 Days 


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Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies is one of the 

world’s most magnificent natural playgrounds. You think 

you can prepare for the scenery — brilliant glaciers, waterfalls, 

and gem-colored lakes that mirror pine fringes and snow-etched 

peaks — but even jaded world travelers have been known 

to gasp when they view Banff for the first time! In addition to 

free time to explore at your leisure, tours with a local guide 

will introduce you to the highlights of Banff. Discover Hoodoo 

Lookout, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, and Surprise Corner. 

Ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a 

panoramic view of the valley and surrounding mountain ranges. 

Marvel at Victoria Glacier reflecting off Lake Louise, and stop at 

a photographer’s dream, Moraine Lake. An optional excursion 

to the Columbia Icefield travels along the spectacular Icefields 

Parkway for a tour on Athabasca Glacier and visit to the 

Glacier Skywalk. 


• Spectacular Canadian Rockies scenery 

• Gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 

breathtaking views 

• Visit Lake Louise 

• Convenient lodging in Banff National Park 

• Time to explore the park on your own 

• Optional excursion to the Columbia Icefield 


ground transportation. Trip # 7941. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


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CANADA 

CANADIAN ROCKIES BY RAIL: BANFF TO VANCOUVER 

Calgary • Yoho National Park • Banff National Park • Lake Louise • Athabasca Glacier • Kamloops • Vancouver 

August 8-15, 2020 • 8 Days 

Book with Alaska’s Inside Passage Cruise. See page 40 

Travel by train taking in views of snow-capped mountains, 

glacial lakes, and the unspoiled wilderness of Canada. Depart 

Calgary by motorcoach, stopping for a helicopter tour over 

the incredible Rockies. Tour Banff National Park and see Bow 

Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos, and 

take a gondola ride. Visit Yoho National Park, and admire the 

reflection of Victoria Glacier on Lake Louise. Travel one of the 

world’s most spectacular roads, the Icefields Parkway, for an Ice 

Explorer excursion on Athabasca Glacier and the view from the 

glass platform of the Glacier Skywalk. Spend two days traveling 

from the craggy peaks of Banff to the lush green Pacific coast of 

Vancouver aboard the Rocky Mountaineer enjoying all-inclusive 

SilverLeaf service. Along the way see the rushing waters of Hell’s 

Gate in the Fraser Canyon, the steep slopes and rock sheds 

along the Thompson River, and climb over Rogers Pass. 


• Panoramic helicopter tour 

• Glacier Skywalk and Ice Explorer excursion 

• Banff Gondola ride 

• Vancouver sightseeing tour 

• Ride the train through the Spiral Tunnels 

• 2-day SilverLeaf rail service on the Rocky Mountaineer 

• All daylight train travel 

• Regionally inspired gourmet meals serviced at your seat 

• Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages 

• Onboard gratuities 


ground transportation. Trip # 7936. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 



EUROPE 

IRELAND FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY 

Dublin • Shannon • Cliffs of Moher • Bunratty • Killarney • Cork • Waterford City 

March 10-18, 2020 • 9 Days 

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Pack something green for this trip to the Emerald Isle — 

you’ll be in Dublin for St. Patrick’s Day! More than 4,000 

performers take part in the parade, which dazzles spectators with 

an artistic display of floats and performances. By the time you arrive 

in Dublin, you will be well accustomed to the Irish spirit, thanks 

to days of touring some of the country’s most scenic and stirring 

sights. Travel the Ring of Kerry with its coastline of high peaks and 

golden beaches, and view the Cliffs of Moher, which rise above the 

pounding Atlantic surf. Watch traditional artisans make intricate 

crystal pieces, and see one of Ireland’s best examples of a deserted 

12 th -century town. Learn about horse-breeding in Ireland, and 

taste hand crafted whiskey during a distillery tour. Kiss the famous 

“Stone of Eloquence,” and experience the revelry on the country’s 

national holiday. 

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• St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin with optional 

grandstand seating 

• Medieval banquet at an Irish Castle 

• Sheepdog herding demonstration 

• Intimate performance of traditional Irish music and dance 

• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney National Park 

• Visits to famous sights, including Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, 

Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Irish National Stud, and 

Blarney Castle 

• City tours of Waterford City and Dublin 

• Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre 



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EUROPE 

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CHICAGO CUBS VS. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS IN LONDON 

London, England 

June 10-16, 2020 • 7 Days 

Be a part of history as the Chicago Cubs take on the 

St. Louis Cardinals at London Stadium in England! The 

Cardinals will be host to the Cubs as a part of the second 

edition of the Mitel & MLB London Series. London Stadium, 

a multipurpose venue that was initially constructed for the 

2012 Summer Olympics, will be transformed into a 60,000-seat 

ballpark for this monumental event. Attend the first game 

of this two-game series with the option to add tickets for the 

second game. London is a 21 st -century city that is immersed 

in history and culture and has something to offer everyone. 

You’ll find historic highlights from the Tower of London to the 

ornate Buckingham Palace, and more modern attractions such 

as the towering London Eye. See all the highlights of London 

and have time to explore on your own. Game tickets have not 

been released for sale yet, but register now to be the first to receive 

pricing information when it becomes available. 


• Watch Cubs vs. Cardinals at London Stadium 

• Pre-game party with fellow fans 

• Guided city tour of London 

• Visit the Tower of London 

• See the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace 

• Ride the Coca-Cola London Eye 

• Dinner cruise on the River Thames 

• Optional day trip to Stonehenge and Bath 

• Optional day trip Windsor Castle 

• Optional ticket to game 2 of the series 

Price: Call to pre-register. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 5 nights accommodations • 9 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 



EUROPE 

OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY & THE BLACK FOREST 

Triberg • Titisee • Lake Constance • Oberammergau • Lucerne • Grindelwald • Zermatt • Zurich 


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The year 2020 marks the 42 nd time since 1634 that the 

Passion Play will be presented in Oberammergau, 

Germany. Travel with Ambassadair President, Michael 

Grueninger, to witness this spectacle of pageantry with a 

majestic mountain backdrop, and discover Bavarian villages 

and world-famous sights along the way. See Triberg’s cascading 

waterfall, woodcarving shops, and elaborate cuckoo clocks. 

Enjoy traditional beer in a 200-year-old brewery, snack on 

sausages, and indulge in Black Forest cherry cake. Stay in 

charming Lake Titisee and cruise across Lake Constance. Traverse 

the Swiss Alps to quietly quaint Grindelwald, where you can take 

an optional cog train to the “Top of Europe” — the Jungfrau. Get 

up close to the Matterhorn on a funicular railway in the glacier 

paradise of Zermatt, complete with panoramic views, sunny 

peaks, and fondue! 


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Price: $4,899 p/p double • $5,999 single. Price does not include airfare. Trip Includes: escorted • 11 nights accommodations • 20 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 


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• Travel with Ambassadair President, Michael Grueninger 

• Premium reserved seats for the Passion Play 

• Stay in the folkloric town of Oberammergau 

• Scenic drives through the Black Forest & Swiss Alps 

• Ride up to the Gornergrat for up close views of the 

world-famous Matterhorn 

• See Germany’s highest waterfall 

• Visit to Lake Constance 

• Tour a 200-year-old brewery with beer tasting 

• Learn about the art of cuckoo clock making 

• Optional Jungfrau Railway ride to the “Top of Europe” 


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OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY WITH DANUBE CRUISE 

Budapest • Bratislava • Vienna • Durnstein • Melk • Salzburg • Linz • Passau • Munich • Oberammergau 

EUROPE 

August 22-September 4, 2020 • 14 Days 

Limited Availability 

In the 1630s when the plague ravaged Europe, the 

villagers of Oberammergau promised to perform the 

Passion of Jesus Christ every 10 years if their town was 

spared. The town was spared and thus stayed true to its word. 

2020 marks the 42 nd time the Passion Play will be presented in 

Oberammergau, Germany. Witness this spectacle of pageantry 

combined with a luxurious seven-night cruise along the 

fabled Danube River on Uniworld’s Maria Teresa, a perfectly 

composed journey through old-world capitals and charming 

villages. Venture beyond the “must-sees” for fresh takes on 

classic sites, getting insider knowledge of delightful under-theradar 

locales, and VIP access to places only a privileged few will 

ever experience. 


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• Reserved seat to the Passion Play 

• Skip the line tickets to Neuschwanstein Castle 

• Tour Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site 

and Museum 

• 7-night cruise on the Danube River 

• Private viewing of the acclaimed art collection of 

the Kunstkammer Vienna 

• Private concert in a Viennese palace 

• Visit Melk Abbey and its library 

• 6 days of included excursions 

• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites 

• Unlimited beverages on board 

Price: from $6,799 p/p double • from $10,099 single. Price does not include airfare. Trip Includes: escorted • 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Uniworld’s 

Maria Theresa • 5 nights hotel accommodations • all meals, drinks, and gratuities on ship • 8 meals on land • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port charges. 

Trip #7584. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


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EUROPE 

NORDIC CAPITALS 

Copenhagen • North Zeeland Island • Oslo • Vadstena • Stockholm • Helsinki 

August 1-12, 2020 • 12 Days 

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Discover the inspiration behind the fairy tales, from Denmark’s 

Little Mermaid to Nordic castles. Travel the waterways from 

Copenhagen to Oslo and sail through the magnificent Oslofjord, 

and later from Stockholm to Helsinki. In Denmark, visit Hamlet’s 

Kronborg Castle and chic Copenhagen with its charming 

cobblestone streets. Vibrant Oslo, Norway bursts with a colorful 

culture — see the unique Vigeland sculptures and peruse the 

museums on the breathtaking Bygdoy peninsula. Overnight at an 

historic abbey and venture out to Drottningholm Palace, residence 

of the Royal family. Call upon stunning Stockholm, Sweden; a 

strikingly beautiful city that stretches over fourteen islands. In a land 

of thousands of clear lakes and deep forests, hip and trendy Helsinki, 

Finland stands out for its architecture, nightlife, and fabulous food. 

An enchanted land of maritime treasures, fjords, islands, castles, and 

Vikings is waiting to be explored! 

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• Guided city tours in Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, and Helsinki 

• Canal boat tour in Copenhagen 

• Guided tour of Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle 

• Overnight cruise from Copenhagen to Oslo and sail 

through Oslofjord 

• Visit the Viking Ship, Fram, and Kon-Tiki Museums on Oslo’s 

Bygdoy peninsula 

• Guided tour and overnight stay at Vadstena Convent Hotel 

• Lunch cruise on the Gota Canal 

• Tour Drottningholm Palace 

Price: $5,999 p/p double • $7,049 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • 10 nights accommodations • 21 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 


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EUROPE 

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SCOTLAND WITH THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO 

Glasgow • Inveraray • Ballachulish • Isle of Skye • Nairn • Culloden • Pitlochry • St Andrews • Edinburgh 

August 13-21, 2020 • 9 Days 


All things Scottish, from tartans and tweeds to bagpipes 

and whisky, are in demand. Discover the velvet moors, 

heather-flecked glens, towering sea cliffs, and centuries-old 

castles guarding misty lochs that make Scotland an alluring 

destination not to be missed. Drive along the beautiful shores 

of Loch Ness watching for “Nessie.” Visit Inveraray Castle, 

featured in the Downton Abbey Christmas 2012 episode. Learn 

about Scottish emigration to North America, and watch trained 

dogs herd sheep. Visit the “home of golf” and Scotland’s first 

university. Sample a “wee dram” of whisky while on a distillery 

tour, and see the legendary setting of Macbeth. A highlight of 

this classic tour of Scotland is sure to be attending the Royal 

Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a festive gathering that showcases 

the talents of musicians and performers from all over the world, 

set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. 


• Reserved seat for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 

• Scottish evening in Edinburgh 

• Loch Lomond scenic cruise 

• Ferry to the Isle of Skye 

• Sheepdog herding at Leault Farm 

• Blair Athol Distillery whisky tasting and tour 

• Tours of Glasgow, St Andrews, and Edinburgh 

• Visits to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Inveraray 

Castle, Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, Blair Castle, 

Glamis Castle, and Edinburgh Castle 

Price: $4,549 p/p double • $5,049 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • 7 nights accommodations • 12 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 



INTERNATIONAL 

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SPLENDORS OF EGYPT & NILE RIVER CRUISE 

Cairo • Luxor • Dendera • Valley of the Kings • Kom Ombo • Aswan • Esna • Giza 

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February 28-March 11 • 13 Days 

Limited availability. Call for current pricing. 

Experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites while 

basking in luxury. You’ll want to secure your spot now for this 

captivating journey, which includes Cairo and an eight-day voyage 

on board the S.S. Sphinx, Uniworld’s new super ship debuting on 

the Nile in 2020. Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple 

of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex, and the 

entrancing Temple of Luxor. Visit temples dedicated to Hathor, 

Horus, and other mythological figures, and pay homage to the 

country’s first female ruler at the Temple of Hatshepsut. Follow in 

the footsteps of renowned scholars and explorers as you venture 

forth into the Valley of the Kings and witness iconic images that 

continue to amaze! 


• Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, housing treasures 

from the tomb of King Tutankhamun 

• Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza 

• Ride in a felucca, a traditional Nile River sailboat 

• Tea with a Nubian family 

• Valley of the Kings — one of the most famous archeological 

sites in the world 

• Nubian show featuring traditionally attired performers, 

live music, and dancing 

• Luxury Nile River cruising on Uniworld’s new S.S. Sphinx 

• Gratuities for ship crew, local experts, and bus drivers 

• Complimentary house wine and local beer with lunch 

and dinner on ship 

Price: Call for pricing. Trip includes: internal flights per itinerary • 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Uniworld’s SS Sphinx • 4 nights hotel accommodations • all meals on ship • 

4 meals on land • gratuities on ship • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port changes. Trip #7857. 

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INTERNATIONAL 

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JAPAN IN BLOOM 

Tokyo • Mount Fuji • Hakone • Kamakura • Kaga Onsen • Kanazawa • Kyoto • Osaka • Hiroshima 

March 30-April 9, 2020 • 11 Days 

Sean Pavone 2016 

Discover the essence of Japan from the cultural depths 

to the heights of Mount Fuji during cherry blossom 

season. Tour vibrant, modern cities as well as tranquil spiritual 

hideaways shrouded in beautiful flowering landscapes, 

ancient history, and architecture. See the Imperial Palace 

Gardens in Tokyo, and visit Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. 

Marvel at stunning Osaka Castle, and cruise the Okawa River 

past numerous cherry blossom sites. Stand in awe of the 

colossal Great Buddha, and discover famous sacred shrines and 

temples with fascinating architecture and intriguing gardens. 

Rest in the healing, peaceful waters of Kaga Onsen. Admire the 

views from the Tokyo Tower, learn the art of making sushi, sip 

traditional sake, and attend a hands-on gold leafing workshop. 

Listen to the sounds of a Maiko playing her shamisen while 

Japan slowly lures you into its eclectic culture and charm, 

revealing incredible experiences at every turn. 


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• Imperial Palace Gardens in Tokyo and Osaka Castle 

• Mount Fuji and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park 

• Ride the Mount Komagatake Ropeway 

• The Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kotoku-in Temple 

• Fushimi Inari Shrine 

• Healing waters of Kaga Onsen hot springs 

• Travel on the bullet train to Hiroshima 

• Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Park 

• Traditional dinner with Maiko experience 


ground transportation. Trip #7938. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where a considerable amount of walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


INTERNATIONAL 

MEXICO’S COPPER CANYON 

Chihuahua • Creel • Divisadero • El Fuerte • Mazatlan 

April 21-29, 2020 • 9 Days 

Balderrama Hotel Collection Photography 

©travelphotos - stock.adobe.com 

Nestled in the vast Sierra Madres lies Mexico’s Copper 

Canyon — grand, unique, and diverse. The Copper Canyon 

is actually a series of canyons more vast than the Grand Canyon, 

and the rail that runs through it is an engineering marvel on par 

with the Panama Canal. Board the world-renowned El Chepe at 

Divisadero, where the train crests at 7,900 feet. Travel from alpine 

peaks towards the tropical coast through tunnels and over trestles, 

enjoying the most scenic portion of the train route to El Fuerte. 

Visit Creel, a designated Pueblo Magico — a Mexican village with 

cultural and historical significance. Linger in remote villages, and 

learn about the indigenous people. See rock formations at the 

Valley of the Mushrooms, and descend via gondola into the canyon 

for a 360-degree view of inspiring scenery! Immerse yourself in 

captivating culture, natural wonders, and compelling history, then 

relax at a beach resort in Mazatlan. 


• Travel aboard El Chepe from Divisadero to El Fuerte 

• Take a Gondola ride into the canyon with inspiring views 

• See amazing Copper Canyon vistas from several sites 

• Visit magical pueblos and villages 

• Discover Tarahumara and Mayo Indian culture 

• Visit Arareko Lake and the San Ignacio Mission in Creel 

• Learn about the Mennonite history in Chihuahua 

• Spend two relaxing nights at a beach resort in Mazatlan 



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CRUISE 

©imagIN photography - stock.adobe.com 

HIDDEN GEMS OF THE GREEK ISLES CRUISE 

Athens • Dikili • Limnos • Skiathos • Skopelos • Poros 

August 13-22, 2020 • 10 Days 

© Courtesy of Star Clippers 

There are few adventures more thrilling than seeing 

the Greek Isles by tall ship. On board the Star Flyer tall 

ship, discover off-the-beaten path islands wrapped in myth 

and mystery as the wind carries you from one gorgeous 

destination to the next — all the while enjoying casual 

elegance, comfortable accommodations, and cuisine 

designed to indulge your senses. It’s not surprising that 

the movie Mama Mia was filmed on several of these islands 

— you’ll recognize the brilliant blue waters and dazzling 

white washed buildings. Explore the sleepy beach town of 

Dikili and the classic Greek fishing harbor at Limnos. Stop 

in Skiathos, with its abundance of beautiful beaches and 

trendy boutiques. Unwind in Skopelos, home to Mama Mia 

and Kastani beach. Visit Poros with its pastel-hued houses 

stacked up the hillside. This fantastic adventure intertwines 

ancient myth and history with hidden gems and the 

unspoiled beauty of the Aegean. 


• Casual yacht-style, tall ship sailing 

• Visit Skopelos and Skiathos, featured in the 

movie Mamma Mia 

• Hidden gems with rich history and beautiful beaches 

• Luxury onboard amenities 

• Open-seating dining with elegant cuisine and 

no-tie dress code 

• Opportunities to swim, snorkel, dive, and enjoy 

other watersports 

Price: from $2,999 p/p double • from $4,149 single. Price does not include airfare. Trip includes: 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Star Clippers Cruise Line’s Star Flyer • 

1 night hotel accommodation • all meals on ship • 2 meals on land • transfers • taxes and port changes. Trip #7907. 


COMING SOON 

WINDY CITY TO THE FIELD OF DREAMS 

An Iowa farmer hears the corn whisper to him “If you build it, he will come”— one of the 

most famous lines from the 1989 movie Field of Dreams. This trip is built around the American 

favorite pastime, baseball! Cheer on your favorite White Sox or Yankees player as they go to bat at 

Comiskey Park in Chicago. Continue your trek to Iowa and visit Dyersville, where reality mixes with 

fantasy and dreams can come true at the Field of Dreams movie site, and discover the rich history of 

Dubuque, the “Masterpiece of the Mississippi.” Spend one night in Chicago and two nights in Dubuque. 

©Evan Gearing Photography 

©Konavle Tourist Board 

NOTRE DAME VS. NAVY IN DUBLIN, IRELAND 

Cheer on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as they face off with the Navy Midshipmen to open 

the 2020 football season in Dublin, Ireland. Played since 1927, this annual game is the longest 

uninterrupted intersectional rivalry in college football. The Aviva Stadium in Dublin is an open-air 

facility with a seating capacity for more than 50,000 spectators, and is home to the Irish rugby and 

soccer national teams. While on the Emerald Isle, stay in Dublin, Ireland’s capital and largest city, 

offering unpretentious charm and chic urbanity with an endless number of museums, attractions, 

and entertainment options to visit. 

CROATIA 

Explore picturesque Croatia on a journey from the capital city, Zagreb, to Split, Zadar, and 

Dubrovnik, with interesting points along the way. Visit four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Old 

Dubrovnik; Diocletian’s Palace, which was built in the 3rd century; the medieval town of Trogir; and 

Plitvice Lakes National Park, a scenic wonderland of 16 interconnecting lakes flanked by waterfalls 

and primeval forest. Venture out to the spectacular Dalmatian Coast, washed by the clear waters of 

the Adriatic and dotted with palm trees, olive groves, and idyllic fishing villages. Discover the treasures 

of ancient cities, breathtaking coastlines, and the friendly culture of Croatia. 

Terms of Service November 2019 

For Grueninger Cruises and Tours, Inc., (d/b/a Ambassadair, 

Grueninger Music Tours, Ambassadair Groups and Incentives, 

Grueninger Tours, Grueninger Travel Group) (collectively 

“Grueninger.”) 

PRICE Prices are in U.S. dollars and are based on operating 

costs, fuel prices, taxes, and exchange rates at the time of 

contracting with suppliers. Should these increase, you may 

be notified and asked to pay these additional costs. All prices 

are subject to change without notice. Airfares are subject to 

change within 90 days prior to departure. At that time, air space 

may be released, and the price could revert to the available 

price at the time of booking. Prices listed in this publication 

are per person based on two people sharing a room (double 

occupancy) or one person (single occupancy). For triple, child, 

and other pricing refer to our website or contact a Grueninger 

Travel Counselor. Room occupancy limits vary among hotel 

properties and/or destinations. Triple rooms are based on three 

people sharing two beds; rollaway beds are not included in 

the price. Package prices do not include any fees or service 

charges other than those listed in the tour itinerary. The 

detailed itinerary with specific inclusions can be found at 

ambassadair.com. 

All airfare and departure taxes are included unless this is 

not allowed by the country to be visited. The package price 

includes round trip airfare from Indianapolis (unless otherwise 

noted), all accommodations, airport transfers or touring by 

motorcoach transportation, sightseeing and admissions, 

meals, hotel baggage handling (one suitcase per person), and 

gratuities for included meals as noted in the itinerary. 

Cruise pricing includes all taxes and fees at the time of print. 

If there is more than one departure date, the price listed is 

based on the least expensive option. Complete pricing may be 

found at ambassadair.com or by calling a Travel Counselor. We 

reserve the right to re-invoice you in case an error is made in 

computing your price. We cannot be responsible 

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for typographical errors, misprints, and misquotes. 

The “Package with Air” price includes round-trip airfare from 

Indianapolis unless otherwise noted (including current taxes 

and fuel surcharges, subject to change). If there is an increase 

you will be notified prior to departure. “Land Only” prices can 

be found online at ambassadair.com and do not include air 

travel, airline fees, airport or departure taxes, or transfers. 

We are not responsible for air arrangements you have made 

on your own. Grueninger reserves the right to cancel or reschedule 

any tour departure. Grueninger’s only liability will be 

to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the 

“Land Only” booking (less any applicable fees). Any air tickets or 

other travel arrangements purchased outside of the complete 

Grueninger “Package with Air” will not be the liability of 

Grueninger in the case of trip cancellation or schedule change. 

PRICE EXCLUSIONS Package prices do not include any items 

other than those listed in the tour itinerary. Visas, passport fees, 

incidental charges (snacks, laundry, phone calls, WIFI, etc.), 

beverages, meals not mentioned, items of a personal nature 

and gratuities for your travel director, motorcoach driver, hotel 

housekeepers, or cruise ship staff are not included. Airline fees 

such as checked and/or excess baggage or seat selections are 

not included. 

RESERVATIONS & PAYMENT Based on the price of the trip, a 

per person deposit of $150 or greater is required to confirm 

your reservation. Upon confirmation of reservation, balance 

of payment is due 60 to 90 days prior to departure date, or 

earlier if specified. Deposit amounts and final payment dates 

vary by trip, and details can be found on the specific trip page 

at ambassadair.com. For reservations made within the final 

payment date, full payment is due immediately; a deposit or full 

payment may be taken if you are placed on a waitlist. All checks 

and money orders should be made payable to Ambassadair 

or Grueninger Travel Group. We also accept MasterCard, Visa, 

and Discover. Grueninger reserves the right to cancel any 

reservation and imposed cancellation charges if any payment 

Is not received per the payment schedule found on the specific 

trip page at ambassadair.com. 

CANCELLATION & REFUND You have the right to cancel 

your reservation and receive a full refund, less a per person 

cancellation fee, any time prior to final payment. Trip 

cancellation fees and final payment dates vary by trip, and 

details can be found on the specific trip page at mbassadair. 

com. Participants who cancel within the penalty date will 

forfeit the total amount of the reservation. All refunds will 

be processed according to the manner in which you paid. 

Unless stated otherwise in these terms and conditions, 

please allow thirty (30) days for refunds to be processed. 

Grueninger reserves the right to cancel any reservation and 

imposed cancellation charges if any payment is not received 

per the payment schedule found on the specific trip page at 

ambassadair.com. To avoid cancellation fees, we recommend 

optional Travel Protection or Cancellation Waiver. 

TRAVEL PROTECTION/CANCELLATION WAIVER Optional Travel 

Protection may be purchased and is strongly recommended. 

Travel Protection is through Travel Insured International and 

must be purchased with Grueninger no later than at the time 

of final payment. Travel Protection with Cancel for Any Reason 

(CFAR) must be purchased within 14 days of the initial trip 

deposit. Coverage includes Trip Cancellation/Trip Interruption, 

Emergency Medical and Emergency Medical Evacuation/ 

Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay and much more. This 

is a brief description of benefits; certain terms, conditions, 

limitation and exclusions apply. You may request a copy of the 

Group Deluxe Travel Protection Plan Description of Coverage 

prior to purchase by contacting a Grueninger Travel Counselor. 

Grueninger cannot be held responsible for policies enforced 

by Travel Insured. The Travel Protection Plan is underwritten by 

United States Fire Insurance Company. 

For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 • Web site: ambassadair.com

For trips that Travel Protection is not offered including charter 

flights and motorcoach day trips, Cancellation Waiver is 

offered. This covers any penalties incurred by changes or 

cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure of air and/or 

ground components. It does not cover trip protection fees, 

non-refundable optional tours, one-way travel, or voluntary 

changes made to your plans that result in a price increase. 

The Cancellation Waiver may only be purchased at the time of 

booking and is valid for new bookings only on selected trips. 

If the Cancellation Waiver is desired, it must be purchased by 

each paying passenger on the reservation and each person 

sharing accommodations. 

CHANGES Any changes you make regarding your reservation 

are subject to a $50 per person change fee plus any applicable 

cancellation charges or increases in the package price. 

ITINERARIES Grueninger continually strives to improve travel 

itineraries. If such improvements can be made we reserve the 

right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. If unforeseen 

circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we 

will make every effort to substitute hotels and venues of similar 

standard and location whenever possible. 

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Final documents will be issued by mail 

or electronically approximately 10-14 days prior to departure. 

Documents will not be delivered without full payment on a 

reservation. It is the Participant’s sole responsibility to review 

these documents for accuracy. Grueninger will not be liable for 

inaccuracies in any travel documents 

REQUIREMENTS Participant is responsible for obtaining the 

appropriate identification and documentation to travel by 

air domestically or internationally. Grueninger’s cancellation 

penalties will apply if the traveler cancels the trip because 

they are unable to obtain the appropriate identification 

(I.e. passports, visas). Regulations specifically state that 

all passengers must present a government issued photo 

identification when boarding (both ways). It is the responsibility 

of the Participant to provide the correct spelling of their full 

name as it appears on their government issued I.D. If their 

name does not match the ticket issued, there will be change 

fees that are the responsibility of the Participant. Any person 

who cannot prove that he or she is the person designated 

on the reservation will not be allowed to board the aircraft. 

International flights require that you be able to present a 

valid U.S. passport as required. We recommend that your 

passport has six months validity and at least 3 blank pages. 

Non-U.S. citizens should consult the consulate of host country 

regarding documentation required. It is the Participant’s sole 

responsibility to be aware of the airline and airport security 

documentation requirements and to produce appropriate 

documentation. Grueninger bears no responsibility for such 

information and will not be responsible for advising and/or 

obtaining required travel documentation for any guests, or for 

any delays, damages and/or losses including missed portions of 

the trip due to improper documentation. 

CANADA TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS Any person may be denied 

entry to Canada for reasons including, but not limited 

to, security risks, health issues, financial condition, and 

involvement in criminal activity (regardless of degree or length 

of time since such crimes occurred) such as DUI, DWI, reckless 

driving, negligent driving, misdemeanor drug possession, 

all felonies, domestic violence, shoplifting, theft, and other 

crimes. It is recommended that a person who has ever been 

charged with, or convicted of a crime obtain the necessary 

approval documents before attempting to enter Canada. To 

learn more about applying for and receiving these approvals 

and corresponding documentation, we strongly recommend 

that you visit the following website or details regarding the 

requirements and process: www. cic.gc.ca/english/information/ 

inadmissibility/index.asp. This is only a guide. A Canadian 

immigration officer will decide if you can enter Canada when 

you arrive at a port of entry. 

CHILDREN TRAVELING Children 17 and under must be 

accompanied by an adult. Federal Air Regulations require that 

any child over the age of 24 months must occupy a separate 

seat. A birth certificate is required to validate age of all infants 

under age two. Reduced prices for children on ground 

packages are based on children sharing a room with two adults. 

Passports are required for all international travel regardless of 

age. For Aruba and all Mexican destinations, any child 17 years 

or younger not traveling with both parents is required to carry 

a Parental Consent Form or permission letter signed by both 

parents and notarized at time of check-in. 

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE & LIABILITY Baggage allowance and 

fees vary and are not covered in the cost of the trip. For specific 

allowances and fees, see airline and refer to Grueninger’s 

documents, issued approximately 10-14 days before the trip. 

Questions regarding baggage restrictions on commercial 

carriers should be directed to that particular airline. 

AIR CARRIERS All trips are via commercial air carriers unless 

otherwise noted. Grueninger acts as a sales agent for air carriers 

and reserves the right to designate any air carrier, including 

commuters and charter services, connecting routing and 

schedule from Indianapolis. Tickets issued are highly restrictive 

and may not be reissued, revalidated, or exchanged for another 

carrier or routing. 

AIR SCHEDULE Flight schedules are confirmed by Grueninger 

as early as 60 days prior to departure date. A tentative flight 

schedule may be given. You will receive your air schedule 

with your final documents approximately 10-14 days prior 

to departure. However, these schedules and air carriers are 

subject to change without notice prior to departure. 

SEAT AND ROOM ASSIGNMENTS Seating and room requests 

made at the time of booking will be considered; however, 

these are requests, not guarantees. Although your seating 

preferences are forwarded to the airline, the airline cannot 

always honor these requests and pricing does not include 

assigned seats. 

TRAVEL DIRECTORS All departures designated “Escorted” with 

20 Participants or more will have an Grueninger Travel Director 

throughout the trip. 

ACTIVITY LEVEL The amount of walking varies according to the 

tour. In general, European destinations require more walking 

over uneven surfaces. Please call a Grueninger Travel Counselor 

who can answer questions regarding the activity level per trip. 

TRAVELERS NEEDING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE Participants with 

disabilities are welcome and must always be accompanied 

by a companion capable of providing all required and 

needed assistance and must not require special assistance 

from Grueninger or its suppliers. The Participant must notify 

Grueninger regarding any disabilities, in writing, during the trip 

reservation process and of the identity of the non-discounted, 

paid travel companion who will be responsible for providing all 

necessary assistance. The Participant should notify Grueninger 

if ADA accessible accommodations are needed at the time 

of reservation. Grueninger will make all reasonable efforts to 

accommodate this request, but cannot be responsible if ADA 

accommodations are not available. Any accommodations 

provided will be at the sole expense of the participant requiring 

the accommodation. 

Neither Grueninger nor its partners, nor its suppliers, may 

physically lift or assist clients into transportation vehicles. Any 

participant that uses oxygen must work with the airline directly 

to obtain approval. 

For safety and liability reasons, Grueninger and its 

representatives cannot be responsible for directly 

accommodating any food allergies, or dietary requirements and 

restrictions, and is not responsible for any issues or problems 

associated with the same. All scenarios and special dietary 

requests regarding food and drink, including allergies, or 

dietary requirements and restrictions, are the sole responsibility 

of the participant. While most meal establishments can offer 

general options, Grueninger cannot guarantee that options will 

be available. Just in case, we recommend packing extra food/ 

snacks if accommodations cannot be met. 

PHOTOGRAPHY ON TOUR Grueninger may, at times, 

use photographs taken by your Travel Director or fellow 

Participants for promotional purposes. If you prefer that your 

likeness not be used, please tell your Travel Director or a 

Grueninger representative. 

SUPPLIERS’ LIABILITIES Grueninger makes arrangements with 

air carriers, hotels, car rental companies, and other independent 

parties to provide you with travel services you purchase. 

These services are subject to the conditions imposed by these 

suppliers, and their liability may be limited by their tariffs, 

conditions of carriage, and international agreements. 

RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE Neither Grueninger, its affiliated 

entities and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, 

successors, agents, and assigns (collectively Grueninger), own 

or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide 

goods or services for these trips. You agree to be bound by 

the conditions of carriage for all transportation providers. All 

tickets, receipts, coupons, and vouchers are issued subject 

to the terms and conditions specified by each supplier, and 

by accepting the coupons, vouchers, and tickets, or utilizing 

the services, all customers agree that neither Grueninger, 

nor its employees, agents, or representatives are or may be 

liable for any loss, injury, or damage to any tour participant or 

their belongings, or otherwise, in connection with any service 

supplied or not supplied resulting directly or indirectly from 

any occurrence beyond the control of Grueninger. Grueninger 

does not maintain control or operate the personal, equipment, 

or operations of these suppliers it uses and as such Grueninger 

assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for 

any personal injury, death, property damage or other loss, 

accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be 

occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful 

or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the 

suppliers or other employees or agents, (2) any defect in 

or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, 

operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers, or (3) any 

wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the part of any 

other party. Without limiting the foregoing, Grueninger accepts 

no responsibility for any risk or resulting injury, criminal activity, 

weather or other acts of God, accidents, disease, epidemics or 

the threat thereof, illness, the provision of inappropriate or no 

medical attention or access to appropriate medical attention, 

the demands of indoor or outdoor activities, strikes, political 

or civil unrest, overbooking, structural or other defective 

conditions in hotels or other lodging facilities, acts of terrorism 

or the threat thereof, insurrection or revolt, or any other event 

beyond its direct control. 

No refunds will be made for features in the trip not utilized. 

The cost of replacing lost or stolen tickets is the responsibility 

of the passenger. If a flight or transfer by motorcoach or train 

is missed, whether by weather or other conditions beyond 

Grueninger’s control, participant is responsible to make his 

or her own arrangements and to pay all charges associated 

therewith. Participant’s retention of tickets, reservations, 

or bookings after issuance shall constitute consent to the 

above. Grueninger issues airline tickets, hotel confirmations, 

and other travel documents for such services as an agent for 

the companies that provided these services directly. Airline 

tickets and hotel accommodations are subject to all terms and 

conditions of the respective suppliers (airlines, hotel chains, 

etc.) regarding travel. These suppliers may limit or exclude the 

accrual of frequent flyer or reward program points. 

Both the U.S. State Department and the Centers for Disease 

Control publish and update important country-specific 

information for travelers. We strongly recommend that 

you review them. They can presently be found at: https:// 

travelstate.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html and 

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices. 

Grueninger in its sole discretion reserves the right to decline to 

accept any participant as a member of these trips. Grueninger 

reserves the right in its sole discretion to terminate any 

participant who does not abide by its rules and regulations, 

and/or whose conduct is deemed to be such as to endanger 

the participant, the success of the program, or the welfare 

of other participants, staff members and/or third parties. 

In the event of such termination, the participant will be 

sent home at the expense of the participant and his or her 

parent or guardian. The manner and means of transporting 

the participant home shall be determined exclusively by 

Grueninger. In the event of such termination, there will be 

no refund whatsoever. The participant is personally liable to 

Grueninger for any damages caused by improper conduct. 

Grueninger may cancel any trip because of insufficient 

enrollment or for any other reason. The terms set forth in 

this agreement constitute the entire agreement between 

participant and Grueninger. Any amendment to this agreement 

must be made in writing and signed by both parties. 

Participants agree to hold Grueninger harmless for himself/ 

herself/their self and his/her/their heirs and any of their minors, 

guests, and invitees and acknowledges the inherent risks 

involved in the use of the hotel’s swimming pool and/or body 

of water, which risks include, but are not limited to bodily 

injury, sickness, disease or death from using the swimming 

pool or body of water. Participants also acknowledge and 

understand that use of the swimming pool or body of water 

by the participants is potentially dangerous and that the 

type of injury or damage described above can occur when 

using the swimming pool or body of water. PARTICIPANTS 

UNDERSTAND THERE WILL BE NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY AND 

IF THE PARTICIPANTS CHOOSE TO SWIM, THEY WILL DO SO AT 

THEIR OWN RISK. 

Participants hereby releases Grueninger, its staff and 

management, from any liability and/or responsibility for 

possible damage done by the Participant to the Hotel, or any 

other facility used during the tour, including: buses; vehicles, 

the various attraction facilities and/or performance facilities. 

Participant understands that full responsibility for damage, if 

such is incurred, rests entirely with the Participant to settle any 

claims, resulting from said damage, directly with the claimant. 

SEVERABILITY If any provision of these terms and conditions 

shall be held unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and 

the remainder shall remain enforceable. 

CHOICE OF LAW This agreement is governed in all respects 

by the laws of the state of Indiana without regard to conflicts 

of law principles. All Participant claims must be submitted in 

writing and received by Grueninger no later than sixty (60) days 

after the completion of the Grueninger trip. Participant claims 

not submitted and received within this time shall be deemed 

waived and barred. 

Ambassadair, a division of Grueninger Travel Group 

9011 N. Meridian Street 

Suite 100 

Indianapolis, IN 46260 

317.581.1122 | 800.225.9919 | www.ambassadair.com 


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ALASKA 

• Lunch at The Pioneer Woman’s 

• Tulsa Guided City Tour 

Mercantile and shopping 

• Docent guided tour of Philbrook 

• Visit the Lodge on Drummond 

Museum of Art & Gardens 

Ranch where Ree Drummond’s Food • Gilcrease Museum of American 

SUNDAY, Network show is FEBRUARY filmed 9, 2020 History and AT Art 2:00 P.M. 

COME LEARN ABOUT AMBASSADAIR’S 2020 ALASKA TRIPS 

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