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2019 VOL. 11 ISSUE 7 

Natural, Wild Beauty 

Newfoundland 

& Labrador 

See Page 45

SOUTH AFRICA 

with Rovos Rail, Victoria Falls & Greater Kruger 

Travel Presentation 

Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. 

PARC (Parkwood Amenity & Recreation Center) 

550 East 96 th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240 

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2020 

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Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. 

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Croatia 

Highlights of Croatia 

Travel Presentation 

Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. 

PARC (Parkwood Amenity & Recreation Center) 

550 East 96 th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240 



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Dear Ambassadair Guests, 

This is my favorite issue of Trips. There’s something about planning a 

trip now, in the depths of cold, bitter winter, that excites a soul. It’s a 

time of new resolutions, new bucket lists, and new destinations. Our trip 

developers have been working overtime to create new places to see, 

new things to do, along with fresh takes on our most popular journeys. 

Some are long journeys and some are quick trips, but all are filled with 

off-the-beaten path discoveries, a-ha moments, preferred access and 

of course, a Travel Director each step of the way. 

Take the Kentucky History and Whiskey: Bourbon, Bardstown, and the 

Belle of Louisville. Spend the night on Whisky Row in Louisville. Dine 

in elegance on the Old Kentucky Dinner Train. Picnic at the Jim Beam 

American Stillhouse. Taste bourbons at local distilleries. 

Or enjoy Vermont in the Summer where you can watch glass hand 

blown by artisans at Simon Pierce nestled on the banks of a river. Stay 

four nights at the Trapp Family Lodge. Learn about Morgan horses at 

a famed farm. Pick your favorite flavor as you tour Ben and Jerry’s Ice 

Cream factory. 

Consider joining me in July on for a once-in-a-decade experience on our 

Oberammbergau Passion Play and Black Forest tour. Or check out our 

new Newfoundland and Labrador adventure – what a magical place. 

Our Travel Counselors are looking forward to talking with you and 

helping you choose the perfect trip. Call us to start planning your 

next journey. 

Here’s to the new year, filled with happiness, health and the joy 

of travel. 

Happy Traveling, 

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Michael E.O. Grueninger 

President 

Grueninger Travel Group

TRIP CALENDAR 

Classic Italy, October 2019 

New York City Theatre Spectacular, October 2019 

march 2020 

DESTINATION DATE PAGE 

New Zealand In-Depth 1-14 * 

Alaska’s Northern Lights & Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race 4-13 8 

Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day 10-18 8 

Springtime Tour of the South 21-29 30 

Charleston, South Carolina 25-28 8 

Washington, D.C. Cherry Blossoms - SOLD OUT 25-31 ** 

Japan in Bloom 30-Apr 9 8 

april 


Lancaster, Pennsylvania 1-5 30 

Utah’s Arches & Canyonlands National Parks - SOLD OUT 21-25 ** 

Virginia International Tattoo 28-May 1 21 

may 


Santa Fe & Taos, New Mexico 3-8 9 

Smoky Mountains by Train 6-11 31 

Holland, Michigan’s Tulip Time Festival 7-9 32 

Northern California Gems 15-22 10 

Springtime in New York City 20-23 22 

New Harmony & French Lick, Indiana 28-31 32 

june 


Inside Passage Sojourn - SOLD OUT 3-13 ** 

Trains of West Virginia 4-9 33 

Mount Rushmore & Badlands National Park 9-12 11 

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

Lilac Time on Mackinac Island 12-16 33 

Alaska Explorer Cruise 12-20 40 

Denali Adventure - SOLD OUT 24-Jul 5 ** 

Galena, Illinois 25-27 34 

Glacier Discovery Cruise 27-Jul 5 40 

Coastal Maine, August 2019 

july 


Independence Day in New York City 2-5 23 

Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada 11-22 45 

Best of Coastal Maine 12-17 24 

Alaska In-Depth 12-25 41 

Banff National Park 14-18 46 

Montana’s Glacier National Park 15-19 11 

Mackinac Island & Traverse City, Michigan 19-23 34 

Denali Adventure - NEW TRIP! 22-Aug 2 42 

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

Summer in Vermont 26-30 25 

American Queen, November 2019 

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Alaska In-Depth 26-Aug 8 41 

Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks 29-Aug 3 12 

Kentucky History & Whiskey 30-Aug 2 35 

august 


Nordic Capitals 1-12 50 

Oberammergau Passion Play - SOLD OUT 1-12 ** 

Canadian Rockies by Rail: Banff to Vancouver 8-15 46 

North Dakota Discovery 11-15 13 

Scotland with Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 13-21 51 

Greek Isles Cruise - SOLD OUT 13-22 ** 

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise 14-22 43 

Windy City to the Field of Dreams - NEW TRIP! 16-19 36 

Alaska’s National Parks 20-27 44 

Colorado by Train - NEW TRIP! 21-28 14 

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

Door County, Wisconsin 25-28 37 

Notre Dame vs. Navy in Dublin - NEW TRIP! 26-31 52 

september 


Mount Rushmore & Deadwood - NEW TRIP! 10-14 15 

Discover Oregon - NEW TRIP! 12-19 16 

New Orleans & Cajun Country - NEW TRIP! 13-17 29 

Sedona, Flagstaff & The Grand Canyon - NEW TRIP! 15-20 17 

South Africa - NEW TRIP! 15-28 55 

Niagara Falls, Canada - NEW TRIP! 16-20 37 

Yosemite & Sequoia National Parks - NEW TRIP! 17-21 18 

Cape Cod, The Islands & Newport - NEW TRIP! 22-27 26 

Canada & New England Cruise - NEW TRIP! 26-Oct 7 56 

Presidential Virginia - NEW TRIP! 27-Oct 1 38 

Mackinac Island & Agawa Canyon Train - NEW TRIP! 28-Oct 3 39 

American Empress, July 2019 

Amazing Iceland, August 2019 

october 


Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - NEW TRIP! 1-5 19 

Tuscany & Cinque Terre - NEW TRIP! 1-10 53 

Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks - NEW TRIP! 11-15 20 

Hudson River Valley - NEW TRIP! 13-17 27 

24th Annual New York City Theatre Spectacular - NEW TRIP! 13-17 27 

Highlights of Croatia - NEW TRIP! 13-21 54 

Boston & Salem for Halloween - NEW TRIP! 25-29 28 

november 


24th Annual New York City Theatre Spectacular - NEW TRIP! 10-14 27 

Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean Cruise - NEW TRIP! 7-18 56 

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

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email info@ambassadair.com to be added to the list. 

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Botswana, Victoria Falls & South Africa, September 2019 

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Colorado by Train 

p. 14 

Discover Oregon 

p. 16 

Mount 

Rushmore & 

Deadwood 

p. 15 

Sedona, Flagstaff & 

The Grand Canyon 

p. 17 

Hudson River Valley 

p. 27 

EXCITING 

NEW 

TRIPS 

New Orleans & 

Cajun Country 

p. 29 

Presidential 

Virginia 

p. 38 

Windy City to the 

Field of Dreams 

p. 36 

Mackinac Island & 

Agawa Canyon Train 

p. 39

Yosemite & Sequoia 

National Parks 

p. 18 

Zion & Bryce Canyon 

National Parks 

p. 20 

ABQ Balloon Fiesta 

p. 19 

Cape Cod, The 

Islands & Newport 

p. 26 

Boston & Salem 

p. 28 

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

upcoming trips. From four spectacular train excursions in Colorado to 

the dazzling Dalmatian Coast of Croatia — your adventure is calling. 

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

Notre Dame vs. 

Navy in Dublin 

p. 52 

Highlights of 

Croatia 

p. 54 

Tuscany & 

Cinque Terre 

p. 53 

South Africa 

p. 55

Newfoundland & Labrador 

The road less 

traveled, from 

the northernmost 

tip of Newfoundland 

to the farthest 

point east BY KELSEY BATTEN 

Did you know? Each humpback whale has a unique 

pattern of pigment and scars on its underside 

and spends about 90 percent of its time beneath the 

water’s surface. Bring your cameras and binoculars for 

the amazing opportunity to see humpback whales, 

plus more than 20 species of whales and dolphins 

along St. Anthony’s coast on a trip to Newfoundland 

and Labrador with Ambassadair in July 2020. 

Newfoundland and Labrador have an area of more 

than 156,370 square miles and when compared to 

a U.S. state, would rank fourth in size behind Alaska, 

Texas and California. The culture is a product of English, 

Irish, French, and Indigenous heritage rich with stories 

and legends, explorers, and inventors. The fresh air, 

friendly people, and amazing landscapes and views 

will make for lasting memories. 

Gros Morne National Park, an ancient landscape which 

took 485 million years to create and a UNESCO World 

Heritage Site, offers amazing scenery with fjords, 

towering cliffs, and thunderous waterfalls. The National 

Park is home to one of the densest moose populations 

in North America, as well as woodland caribou and 

black bears. 

One of the best places in the world to view icebergs 

is Iceberg Alley — the vast corridor of ocean that runs 

from Greenland along the east coast of Newfoundland 

and Labrador. These 10,000-year-old glacial giants 

come in every shape and size, with colors from 

snow-white to deep aquamarine. Their sheer size is 

stunning, and that’s without seeing the ninety-percent 

still below the surface of the ocean. Icebergs are so 

plentiful around these parts, they are put to good use 

as in Berg water, spirits like Iceberg Vodka, and popular 

Iceberg Beer. 

Colorful, “jellybean row houses” line the side of steep 

hills and hidden alleyways of St. John’s, the capital of 

the province, one of the oldest and most easterly cities 

in North America. While touring the city, the iconic 

Cabot Tower with its castle-like structure built 

to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John 

Cabot’s discovery of Newfoundland can be seen. 

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“Gros Morne National Park, 

an ancient landscape which 

took 485 million years 

to create…” 

Courtesy of Melissa Methamphetamine 

The Bonavista Peninsula is home to the Cape Bonavista 

Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site where mariners 

for generations have used the light as their only 

connection to land while at sea. Also on the Peninsula 

is the quaint town of Trinity, where beautifully restored 

fishing rooms and saltbox houses can be found. 

Puffins, also known as Sea Parrot or Baccalieu Bird are 

the provincial bird of Newfoundland and Labrador. 

About 95% of all North America’s puffins breed in 

colonies around the coasts and the Witless Bay Reserve 

boasts the largest colony of puffins in North America 

with 260,000 pairs! The movement of them running 

and skipping along the water, with their colorful beaks 

and feet, is truly a fantastic sight. 

Don’t miss the chance to see Newfoundland and 

Labrador, Canada this summer. It is definitely a journey 

along the road less traveled, but a must see for its 

views, nature, and surroundings. 

For trip details, see page 45. 

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LAST CHANCE 

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ALASKA’S NORTHERN LIGHTS & IDITAROD 

March 4-13, 2020 • 10 Days 

Highlights: 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: Call for current pricing. 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. 

IRELAND FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY 

March 10-18, 2020 • 9 Days 

Highlights: 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. 

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

7 nights accommodations • 12 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • ground transportation. 

Trip #7882. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 

CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: 

FESTIVAL OF HOUSES & GARDENS 

March 25-28, 2020 • 4 Days 

Highlights: Charleston city tour by carriage • Home/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. 




JAPAN IN BLOOM 

March 30-April 9, 2020 • 11 Days 

Highlights: 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. 



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. 

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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. 

Highlights Include: 

• 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 

Price: $2,299 p/p double • $2,769 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 5 nights accommodations • 8 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #7961. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes and includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


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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 

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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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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 

U.S. WEST 

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial features 

the faces of four great American presidents who 

represent the founding, expansion, preservation, 

and unification of our country. 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. Ride a vintage steam train, like those 

that helped settle the American West. 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. 



MONTANA’S GLACIER NATIONAL PARK 

Lake McDonald Lodge • Many Glacier Hotel 

July 15-19, 2020 • 5 Days 

Small Group Departure 

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More than one million acres of alpine meadows, 

rainforests, rugged mountains, and stunning lakes 

await your exploration in Glacier National Park in 

northwest Montana. 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. Take 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. Ride the rapids on a 

whitewater rafting trip, and spend four nights inside the 

park at two historic lodges. With over 700 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. 




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YELLOWSTONE & GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKS 

Yellowstone National Park • Grand Teton National Park • Jackson 

July 29-August 3, 2020 • 6 Days 

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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 

enjoy 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 




U.S. WEST 

NORTH DAKOTA DISCOVERY 

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

August 11-15, 2020 • 5 Days 

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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. 


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• 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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COLORADO BY TRAIN 

Golden • Georgetown • Grand Junction • Silverton • Durango • Chama • Alamosa • Canon City • Colorado Springs • 

Garden of the Gods Park 

August 21-28, 2020 • 8 Days 


Whether you’re a railroad buff or a mountain scenery 

enthusiast, you’ll love these unique journeys by rail through 

the picturesque Rocky Mountains. Relive history and travel 

past some of Colorado’s most remote and rugged scenery on 

four excursions: Georgetown Loop Railroad, Royal Gorge Route 

Railroad, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, and Durango & 

Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Travel over the massive Devil’s 

Gate High Bridge. Witness the most spectacular example of 

steam-era mountain railroading in North America, and ride over 

a hanging bridge clinging to the steep walls of Royal Gorge. Enjoy 

dinner with amazing vistas at the Colorado National Monument. 

View Pikes Peak while touring the fantastic wonderland of Garden 

of the Gods Park, and see Seven Falls — a spectacular natural 

box canyon. Optional excursions can be added to go rafting 

on the Colorado River, or to visit the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde 

National Park. 


• See the Rocky Mountains with four unique train rides: 

• Georgetown Loop Railroad 

• Royal Gorge Route Railroad 

• Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad 

• Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 

• Special dinner at Colorado National Monument 

• Guided tour of Garden of the Gods Park 

• Visit Seven Falls at The Broadmoor 

Price: $3,169 p/p double • $3,849 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 7 nights accommodations • 11 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 

ground transportation. Trip #8102. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes. 


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MOUNT RUSHMORE & DEADWOOD 

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

Deadwood • Lead 

September 10-14, 2020 • 5 Days 

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The Black Hills are home to many genuinely monumental 

places. From the four faces carved high on Mount Rushmore 

and the cathedral spires of Custer State Park, to the 

otherworldly Badlands National Park, you’ll find rich western 

history and abundant natural beauty. The frontier town of 

Deadwood has a riotous legacy and once drew legions in 

search of their fortune. Today, the entire town is a National 

Historic Landmark. See the patriotic illumination program at 

Mount Rushmore, and stand in awe of Crazy Horse Memorial. 

Ride over the rugged landscape aboard a vintage steam 

train, take an off-road wildlife Jeep tour, see where 40 million 

ounces of gold were produced, and learn the devastating 

story of the millions of bison that once roamed the Great 

Plains. Round-up the trip with a chuckwagon dinner with 

entertainment and the opportunity to view costumes and 

original buildings from the movie Dances with Wolves. 


• Day visit and Evening Lighting Ceremony at 

Mount Rushmore National Memorial 

• See Crazy Horse Memorial 

• Visit Badlands National Park 

• Wildlife Jeep tour in Custer State Park 

• 1880 Train excursion 

• Tour of the historic town of Deadwood 

• Visit Tatanka: Story of the Bison 

• Chuckwagon Cookout & Cowboy Music Variety Show 

• Lead city tour and Sanford Lab Homestake 



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DISCOVER OREGON 

Portland • Mount Hood • Columbia River Gorge • Astoria • Newport • Florence • Crater Lake National Park • 

Ashland • Medford • Jacksonville 



Oregon is a mix of rugged coastlines and thick pine forests 

with deserts, volcanoes, and glaciers thrown in. Travel along 

the breathtaking coast dotted with historic lighthouses and 

dramatic scenery. Journey to Crater Lake National Park with a 

former National Park Ranger and discover a lake surrounded 

by sheer cliffs almost 2,000 feet high. Travel along the mighty 

Columbia River Gorge and behold a spectacular river canyon 

with impressive waterfalls that is the largest national scenic area 

in the United States. Explore Portland and visit the International 

Rose Test Garden. Tour Timberline Lodge atop Mount Hood. Visit 

Astoria, with its hillsides of stately Victorian mansions and see the 

reconstruction of Fort Clatsop, part of the larger Lewis and Clark 

National Historical Park. Take a sand dune buggy ride and walk 

along Pacific Ocean beaches. Savor the flavor of locally produced 

wine, fruit, and dairy items as you discover treasures of Oregon. 


• Guided tour to Crater Lake National Park 

• Tour of Timberline Lodge with lunch atop Mount Hood 

• Breathtaking vistas of the Columbia River Gorge 

National Scenic Area 

• Sand dune buggy ride 

• Visit Fort Clatsop, end of Lewis & Clark’s Expedition 

• Harry & David Headquarters tour 

• Winery tour and tasting with dinner 


ground transportation. Trip #8087. Note: This itinerary covers areas of higher altitudes. 


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SEDONA, FLAGSTAFF & THE GRAND CANYON 

Phoenix • Sedona • Flagstaff • Grand Canyon National Park 



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Discover the history and geology of Arizona — blending 

the best of three amazing destinations. Start in Sedona 

and take in the stunning Red Rock Country on a Pink Jeep 

tour, visit the striking Chapel of the Holy Cross, and enjoy 

free time from your centrally located hotel. Spend a day at 

the incredible south rim of the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. 

See the visually captivating Grand Canyon IMAX film, take a 

narrated tour, and dine at the El Tovar dining room, famous 

for viewing the Arizona sunsets. Discover the lunar legacy 

in Flagstaff with a visit to the Astrogeology Science Center, 

established in 1963 to assist in training astronauts destined for 

the Moon. Visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark — the world’s 

best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth, and have the 

opportunity to stargaze at the Lowell Observatory. All of these 

phenomenal attractions and fun-filled adventures combine 

for one unforgettable adventure! 





• Grand Canyon National Park day trip with guided 

park tour and dinner at El Tovar 

• View the Grand Canyon IMAX Movie at the 

National Geographic Visitor Center 

• Jeep tour in Sedona’s Red Rock Country 

• Guided trolley tour of Sedona with visit to the 

Chapel of the Holy Cross 

• Tour the Astrogeology Science Center in Flagstaff 

• Stargaze at Lowell Observatory 

• Visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark 

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YOSEMITE & SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARKS 

Yosemite National Park • Sequoia National Park • Kings Canyon National Park • Sierra National Forest • Fresno 


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Experience the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, 

and the awe of the largest trees in the world. Within Yosemite 

National Park, rivers and glaciers have carved into solid granite 

creating spectacular rock formations. A narrated tour introduces 

you to the park’s most famous landmarks including Half Dome, 

El Capitan, and Tunnel View. The dramatic landscape of Sequoia 

& Kings Canyon National Parks testifies to nature’s diversity with 

huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, and the world’s 

largest trees, which grow only on the western slopes of the Sierra 

Nevada in California, between 4,000 and 8,000 feet in elevation. 

A local naturalist leads you on an informative walk to the world’s 

largest tree — the General Sherman Tree, and to an overlook of 

the dynamic landscape of Kings Canyon. A steam train ride and 

al fresco dinner in the Sierra National Forest round out this 

imposing tour. 


• Guided tours in Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks 

• See the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree in the world 

• Steam train ride and al fresco BBQ dinner in 

Sierra National Forest 

• Accommodations at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite near the 

south entrance of the park 

• Free time to explore Yosemite National Park at leisure 




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ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA 

Albuquerque • Santa Fe • Madrid 

October 1-5, 2020 • 5 Days 

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Imagine hundreds of hot-air balloons rising over the 

desert until the sky becomes a myriad of bright, dancing 

colors. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has 

been called the “greatest spectacle in aviation,” and is the 

most photographed event in the world. Rise early for the 

Dawn Patrol Show and Morning Glow, a choreographed 

inflation and launch set to music. This is the opening act for 

the Mass Ascension, a chance to see hundreds of balloons 

fill the sky. See the Balloon Glow and After Glow Fireworks 

show, and have the opportunity to take an optional hot air 

balloon ride. Spend a day in Santa Fe for a tour and time to 

visit the art galleries and historic Santa Fe Plaza. Visit Madrid, 

explore a museum of miniature wood carved figurines, and 

ride the Sandia Peak Tramway, which rises to 10,000 feet for 

spectacular views. You won’t want to miss this premier event 

that year after year is an Ambassadair favorite trip. 


• See the Dawn Patrol Show and Mass Ascension of 

more than 500 balloons 

• Access to a hospitality tent on Balloon Fiesta grounds 

• Attend the Balloon Glow and After Glow Fireworks show 

• Santa Fe day trip with tour 

• City tour of Albuquerque 

• Ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for spectacular views 

• Historic Old Town hotel location with southwestern flair 




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ZION & BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS 

Zion National Park • Bryce Canyon National Park • Cedar Breaks National Monument • St. George • Las Vegas 

October 11-15, 2020 • 5 Days 

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Utah’s First National Park, Zion, just celebrated its 100 th 

birthday. As a sanctuary to plunging canyons, towering sandstone 

cliffs, stunning red rock formations, colorful pinnacles, and brilliant 

blue sky, “Zion” means peace and refuge. This hiker’s paradise 

presents a unique array of plants and animals within 232 square 

miles ranging 5,000 feet in elevation. See the largest concentration 

of Hoodoos found anywhere on Earth at Bryce Canyon National 

Park; the park’s high elevation lends itself to fantastic dark skies and 

geological wonders that defy description. Make the most of your 

time for independent exploration with accommodations inside 

the parks. You’ll also see Cedar Breaks National Monument — a 

giant coliseum filled with spires, arches, and intricate canyons, and 

visit a garden showcasing water-efficient landscapes, endangered 

species, and prehistoric tracks. Discover these distinctive national 

parks — each extraordinary in its own way! 


• Zion National Park with 2 nights in park lodge 

• Bryce Canyon National Park with 1 night in park lodge 

• See Cedar Breaks National Monument 

• Visit Red Hills Desert Garden 

• Ample free time for independent exploration 



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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. 


U.S. EAST 

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INDEPENDENCE DAY IN NEW YORK CITY 

Crowne Plaza New York Times Square 

July 2-5, 2020 • 4 Days 

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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. 


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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 




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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CAPE COD, THE ISLANDS & NEWPORT 

Boston • Plymouth • Hyannis • Provincetown • Martha’s Vineyard • Newport • Nantucket 


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Escape to the “the Cape” — a summer haven. While touring 

Cape Cod, marvel at giant sand dunes, historic windmills, 

18 th -century cottages, and lighthouses as you wind your way along 

the seashore to Provincetown. On a dune buggy ride, witness sand 

dunes stretching as far as you can see with wispy beach grass and 

pine trees set against the stunning sky. Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, 

one of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New 

England, and see the famous gingerbread houses, Oak Bluffs, and 

the clay cliffs of Aquinnah. A day trip to Newport takes you through 

two stately mansions; Marble House and The Breakers, both 

built for Vanderbilt brothers. Take an optional day trip to historic 

Nantucket to eat, shop, and tour this quaint summer hot spot. 

Excellent fresh seafood and everlasting charm add to the allure 

on this tour of top east coast favorites. 


• Scenic Cape Cod tour including Provincetown and sand 

dune buggy ride 

• Day trip to Newport with tours of Marble House and 

The Breakers 

• Island tour and free time in “storybook” Martha’s Vineyard 

• Visit the Cape Cod Seashore Visitor Center 

• Visit the Mayflower during its 400 th anniversary 

• Tour a Cape Cod cranberry bog 

• Optional trip to Nantucket with island tour 


ground transportation. Trip #8079. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


HUDSON RIVER VALLEY 

West Point • Hyde Park • Tarrytown • Nyack • Cold Spring 

October 13-17, 2020 • 5 Days 


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Experience the vibrant fall foliage along the Hudson 

River, one of our nation’s most scenic rivers. Ever 

since Henry Hudson sailed up the river in 1609, artists 

have found inspiration, American aristocracy have 

found comfort in their fabulous estates, and today 

students perfect their skills at renowned academies. 

Tour the mansions of the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts, 

Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kill Cottage, and Franklin D. 

Roosevelt’s Library & Museum. Visit Boscobel, with 

spectacular views of the Hudson River, and Lyndhurst 

Mansion, a fortress of massive proportions. Tour 

America’s oldest winery, enjoy dinner at the Culinary 

Institute of America, and take a cruise on the Hudson 

River. Visit the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and 

stay at the majestic Thayer Hotel. 



24 TH ANNUAL NEW YORK CITY THEATRE SPECTACULAR 

The Music Man • 3 More Broadway Shows 

October 13-17, 2020 • 5 Days 

November 10-14, 2020 • 5 Days with Radio City Rockettes 

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The Big Apple beckons and we have your Broadway 

tickets! Join us on one of our annual New York City 

Theatre trips to see Hugh Jackman’s highly anticipated 

return to Broadway in what is widely agreed to be the 

greatest role ever created for an actor in the history of 

musical theater: Professor Harold Hill in the beloved 

classic, The Music Man. Tony Award-winning superstar 

Sutton Foster will star as Marian Paroo. See three 

additional Broadway shows and stay in the heart of 

Times Square, steps from the theatres, top restaurants, 

and world-class shopping. Meet an actor from one of 

the musicals you’ll see, visit the 911 Memorial Museum, 

enjoy plenty of free time, and culminate with a fabulous 

brunch. The November trip also includes the Radio City 

Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular. 

Price: $3,399 / $3,489 p/p double • $4,099 / $4,299 single. Trip includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 4 nights accommodations • 2 meals • 

sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • ground transportation. Trip #8054 / #8055. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking is required. 


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BOSTON & SALEM FOR HALLOWEEN 

Boston • Cambridge • Salem • Plymouth 

October 25-29, 2020 • 5 Days 

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As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston boasts 

nearly 400 years of history since the first Pilgrim’s arrived. 

Enjoy a historical tour of the city, a visit to the John F. Kennedy 

Presidential Library and Museum, and free time on your own. 

Infamous for its witch trials in the 1600s, Salem has embraced its 

sinister past and transformed October into a month of scary fun. 

A guided tour of the Witch Trial Memorial and Old Burying Point, 

along with a visit to the Salem Witch Museum will set the ghostly 

mood. Dive deep into the rich legends of Harvard’s past with a 

student guide, and spend the day in Plymouth touring Burial Hill, 

the site of the first Pilgrim colony and where many first settlers are 

buried. To celebrate the 400 th anniversary of the landing of the 

Mayflower enjoy a Wampanoag and Pilgrim inspired Harvest Feast. 

With Halloween just around the corner, this trip of spooky haunts 

is sure to delight! 


• Visit Salem at Halloween time 

• Tour the Salem Witch Museum and the House of Seven Gables 

• Haunted tour of Harvard University 

• Plimoth Plantation and tour of Burial Hill 

• Celebratory Plymouth Harvest Feast 

• Sightseeing tour of Boston 

• Nostalgic dinner in historic downtown Boston 

• Visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum 




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U.S. SOUTH 

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NEW ORLEANS & CAJUN COUNTRY 

New Orleans • Avery Island • Lafayette 



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Explore the land of crawfish, gumbo, and zydeco rhythms. 

Tour swamps and bayous to see alligators, indulge in Cajun 

and Creole dishes, and have a high time in the historic French 

Quarter. Known for its mix of cultures, New Orleans’ unique 

ambience has cast its spell over artists, writers, and visitors 

since the early 1800s. Stay in the historic French Quarter, 

where lacey cast iron balconies hang over cobblestone streets. 

Discover Acadian culture, see famous landmarks around the 

Crescent City, and learn about the vibrant history of New 

Orleans cuisine at a demonstration lunch. Enjoy a lavish Creole 

buffet and listen to lively jazz while cruising the Mississippi 

River on a historic paddlewheeler. On Avery Island, explore 

the botanical treasure of Jungle Gardens, and learn how the 

world’s favorite hot pepper sauce is made. Live music and 

Cajun food abound! With so much to see and taste, you’ll be 

“gar-ron-teed” a good time! 


• City tour of New Orleans 

• Jazz dinner cruise 

• Demonstration lunch at the New Orleans 

School of Cooking 

• Oak Alley Plantation tour 

• Swamp tour by boat 

• Tour the TABASCO factory and Jungle Gardens 

• Tour Vermilionville Living History & Folk Life Park 

• Visit the National WWII Museum 




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SPRINGTIME TOUR OF THE SOUTH 

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

March 21-29, 2020 • 9 Days 

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 and 

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. 

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. 

LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA 

Walnut Creek • Hershey • Lancaster • Wheeling 

April 1-5, 2020 • 5 Days 

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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 tour President James Buchanan’s 

homestead, Wheatland. 


sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #7949. 

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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 

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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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MOTORCOACH 

HOLLAND, MICHIGAN’S TULIP TIME FESTIVAL 

Saugatuck • Holland 

May 7-9, 2020 • 3 Days 

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 a wooden shoe factory. Explore 

Windmill Island Gardens with its manicured gardens, 

canals, and authentic Dutch windmill. Be entertained 

with two festival shows: see seven-time Grammy 

Award-winning artist Gladys Knight, and the FiddleFire 

Show with arrangements from classical to up-beat fiddle 

tunes. 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. 

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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TRAINS OF WEST VIRGINIA 

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

June 4-9, 2020 • 6 Days 

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, 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. 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, and enjoy the Gandy Dancer 

Dinner Theatre. Now, with an extra day, enjoy time 

at a mountain resort amidst the gorgeous Allegheny 

Mountains, taking daily excursions to area attractions. 

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LILAC TIME ON MACKINAC ISLAND 

Thunder Bay Resort • Mackinac Island • Charlevoix • Petoskey 

June 12-16, 2020 • 5 Days 

The picturesque towns of northern Michigan beckon 

you to a bygone era of old-world hospitality and 

charm. A scenic ferry ride leads you to Mackinac Island, 

a place where time moves at the pace of a horse-drawn 

carriage. Take in the spectacular views from a rocking 

chair on the world’s longest porch. Let the enchanting 

aroma of lilacs envelop you during the annual Lilac 

Festival, and watch the parade or participate in some of 

the events. Spend two nights at the island’s crown jewel, 

the Grand Hotel. Additionally, stay at the Thunder Bay 

Resort and take a horse-drawn carriage to view wild elk 

followed by a five-course dinner with locally produced 

wines. Stop in Charlevoix to see the unique architecture 

of Earl Young’s “mushroom” houses, and discover the 

quaint town of Petoskey. 




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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. See 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. 



MACKINAC ISLAND & TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN 

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

July 19-23, 2020 • 5 Days 

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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. Explore beautiful Mackinac Island while 

staying in the Grand Hotel, and take in the spectacular 

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

Experience old-world hospitality and charm with this 

fun-filled trip to northern Michigan. 




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MOTORCOACH 

KENTUCKY HISTORY & WHISKEY 

Louisville • Bardstown • Clermont 


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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 American Stillhouse 


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


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MOTORCOACH 

WINDY CITY TO THE FIELD OF DREAMS 

Chicago • Dubuque • Dyersville 

August 16-19, 2020 • 4 Days 

2018 Ron Vesely/Chicago White Sox 

Evan Gearing Photography 

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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. 

Spend one night downtown in the Windy City, just steps away from 

restaurants with top chefs, followed by two nights in Dubuque, 

Iowa. At the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville, Iowa, a ghost 

player will take you on a tour of the field and farm house all while 

sharing stories of the past. Bring a ball and throw a pitch, run the 

bases, and see what is behind the corn as you make your own 

dreams come true. Discover the rich history of Dubuque, the 

“Masterpiece of the Mississippi,” with a progressive dinner at three 

historic sites and a self-guided tour at the National Mississippi River 

Museum & Aquarium. 


• Tour the Field of Dreams movie site 

• Ticket to New York Yankees @ Chicago White Sox game at 

Comiskey Park 

• Private showing of Field of Dreams with movie snacks 

• Progressive dinner in historic venues in Dubuque 

• Potosi Brewery tour 

• Visit the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium 




DOOR COUNTY, WISCONSIN 

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

August 25-28, 2020 • 4 Days 

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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, and 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. 

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. 

MOTORCOACH 



NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA 

Niagara Falls • Niagara-on-the-Lake • Berlin • Columbus 


NEW 

Travel by motorcoach to the Canadian side of 

Niagara Falls where a colossal 600,000 gallons of 

water crash down per second. Take a boat tour for 

up-close views of the magnificent Great Gorge, American 

Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. Stand behind 

the heart of Niagara where the mighty Horseshoe Falls 

tumbles from 13 stories above, and walk along the edge 

of one of the world’s wildest stretches of whitewater. 

Explore the quaint town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, tour 

Fort George — a military post during the War of 1812, 

and sample icewines in an igloo-like lounge constructed 

from 29,000 pounds of ice. Overnight in Ohio’s Amish 

Country and prepare yourself for a hilarious variety show, 

and be surrounded by vibrant color at Franklin Park 

Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. 



See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 


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MOTORCOACH 

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PRESIDENTIAL VIRGINIA & SHENANDOAH VALLEY 

Monticello • Highland • Montpelier • Shenandoah National Park • Staunton • Charlottesville 

September 27-October 1 • 5 Days 


Tour the stately homes of three presidents: Jefferson’s 

Monticello, Monroe’s Highland, and Madison’s Montpelier. 

All are located near the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, which 

provides a stunning backdrop to these historic properties. Travel 

along Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park with a local guide 

and stop to see the majestic vistas during fall foliage season. Visit 

the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum, and discover 

Staunton, considered one of America’s greatest Main Streets. Tour 

the University of Virginia, which was founded by Jefferson with 

a vision to establish an academic village close to his Monticello 

estate. Enjoy lunch at the historic 18 th -century Michie Tavern, visit 

small mountain towns, and learn about the historical significance 

of this part of Virginia. Stay at a centrally located hotel, steps away 

from the Charlottesville Historic Pedestrian Mall. 


• Visit presidential homes: Monticello, Montpelier, and Highland 

• Guided drive through Shenandoah National Park 

• Visit Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum 

• Tour the University of Virginia 

• Lunch at the historic Michie Tavern 

• Explore the mountain town of Staunton, Virginia 




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MOTORCOACH 

MACKINAC ISLAND & AGAWA CANYON TRAIN 

Mackinac Island • Sault Ste. Marie • Agawa Canyon • Thunder Bay Resort 

September 28-October 3, 2020 • 6 Days 

The vibrant colors last only a few fleeting weeks, but the 

magic of fall is breathtaking to witness in Upper Michigan 

and the Agawa Canyon in Ontario, Canada. Only the 

hardiest made this rugged land their home and the marks 

of the Ojibwe, fur traders, lumber jacks, and prospectors are 

barely discernible in this unspoiled wilderness. Learn about 

this fascinating region while traveling by train over towering 

trestles and through the awesome granite rock formations 

of Agawa Canyon. Relax in the peaceful serenity of Mackinac 

Island while viewing leaves in brilliant reds and golden oranges 

mixed with a touch of green. Watch as large vessels safely 

traverse the 21-foot drop in elevation of the St. Mary’s River 

between Lake Superior and Lakes Michigan and Huron, then 

experience the Soo Locks in person while on a cruise. And savor 

a five-course dinner in a rustic lodge nestled in the northern 

woods of a wild elk preserve. 

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• Upper Michigan at traditional fall foliage time 

• 2 nights on Mackinac Island with narrated carriage tour 

• Agawa Canyon Train excursion 

• Cruise through the Soo Locks 

• Lunch and free time at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island 

• Horse drawn carriage ride through an elk preserve for 

a 5-course dinner in a rustic lodge 

• Tour the Museum Ship Valley Camp 

• Visit the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre 

Price: $1,599 p/p double • $1,929 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Indianapolis • escorted • 5 nights accommodations • 11 meals • 

sightseeing and admissions per itinerary. Trip #8082. See Canada travel restrictions on page 57. 


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ALASKA 

ALASKA EXPLORER CRUISE 

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

June 12-20, 2020 • 9 Days 

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GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE 

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

June 27-July 5, 2020 • 9 Days 

Embark on the ideal cruise for fun in Alaska. Spend 

a night in Seattle before boarding the ms Eurodam for 

Alaska, 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 trips 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 an 

optional 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. 

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. 


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. 

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 

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 

• Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park 

• White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge train ride 

Included Ambassadair Add-ons: 

• 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. 


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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 


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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. In Fairbanks, take a 

sternwheeler riverboat cruise on the Chena and Tenana Rivers. 

Search for wildlife such as grizzlies and moose 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 Glacier Discovery Cruise. Visit 

Juneau, Haines, and Ketchikan, sail through the Inside Passage, 

and discover Glacier Bay National Park where high mountain peaks 

and calving glaciers will leave you in awe. 



• 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 

• Pre-departure meeting 

Price: from $4,799 p/p double • from $7,749 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 #8065. 


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ALASKA 

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 46. 

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. 

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• 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 

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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 

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR 

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. 


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BANFF NATIONAL PARK 

Banff • Lake Louise 

July 14-18, 2020 • 5 Days 

Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies is 

one of the world’s most magnificent natural 

playgrounds. You’ll never forget the stunning views 

of brilliant glaciers and gem-colored lakes that mirror 

pine fringes and snow-etched peaks. Enjoy free time 

to explore at your leisure and tours with a local guide 

to see the highlights including Hoodoo Lookout, Bow 

Falls, Lake Minnewanka, and Surprise Corner. Ride the 

Banff Gondola 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 the spectacular Icefields 

Parkway for a tour on the surface of Athabasca Glacier 

and visit to the Glacier Skywalk. 




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 Inside Passage Cruise. See page 43. 

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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 and a gondola ride over 

the incredible Rockies. Tour Banff National Park and 

see Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, and 

the Hoodoos. 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 stunning scenery and 

all-inclusive SilverLeaf service. 





EUROPE 

CHICAGO CUBS VS. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS IN LONDON 

London, England 

June 10-16, 2020 • 7 Days 

Price: $4,499 p/p double • $5,299 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 5 nights accommodations • 9 meals • 

sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • ground transportation. Trip #8004. Note: This itinerary includes activities where moderate walking, possibly on uneven terrain, is required. 


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 both games 

of this two-game series seated behind home plate in the 200 

level. 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 while staying at a centrally 

located hotel with easy access to public transportation. 


• Weekend Ticket (2 games) for Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis 

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 Windsor Castle 

• Conveniently located London hotel for 

independent exploration 

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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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• 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” 

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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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. 



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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 




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 




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EUROPE 

NOTRE DAME VS. NAVY IN DUBLIN 

Dublin, Ireland 

August 26-31, 2020 • 6 Days 

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ITS IMAGE CONTRIBUTORS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 

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Cheer on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as they face off with 

the Navy Midshipmen to open the 2020 football season in 

Dublin, Ireland. Be there in person to watch this sacred tradition 

play out at Aviva Stadium, an open-air facility that 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. Sample 

some of Dublin’s finest with a visit to Old Jameson Distillery, an 

18 th -century whiskey brewery; Guinness Storehouse, a museum 

that tells the story of the famous stout; and an authentic Irish 

dinner combined with music, song, and dance. See famous sites 

such as Trinity College, Christ Church Cathedral, and Temple Bar on 

a guided city tour. Explore the green Irish countryside and tour the 

15 th -century Howth Castle. 


• Watch Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Navy Midshipmen 

at Aviva Stadium 

• Pre-game party with fellow fans 

• Guided city tour of Dublin 

• Conveniently located Dublin hotel for independent 

exploration 

• Guinness Factory tour 

• Visit Old Jameson Distillery 

• Tour Howth Castle 

• Traditional Irish dinner and entertainment 

Price: Call to pre-register. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 4 nights accommodations • 8 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 



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EUROPE 

TUSCANY & CINQUE TERRE 

Florence • La Spezia • Pisa • Vernazza • Monterosso • San Gimignano • Greve • Siena • Bagno Vignoni • Pienza 

October 1-10, 2020 • 10 Days 

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Explore centuries-old art and architecture, visit striking 

coastal villages, and savor world-class food and wine 

on this picturesque journey in Italy. Begin in Tuscany’s 

capital city, Florence, and see Michelangelo’s David and 

the Uffizi Gallery’s priceless collection. Explore the UNESCO 

World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre — a string of five small 

villages located on a gorgeous stretch of the Ligurian Riviera. 

Hear colorful tales of these towns and capture their beauty 

while on a unique boat tour. See the medieval towers of San 

Gimignano, and the 12 th -century town of Sienna surrounded 

by olive groves and the vineyards of Chianti. Savor a wine 

and foodie experience at the Castello di Verrazzano, refresh 

in beneficial waters at Bagno Vignoni, and visit a Renaissance 

“ideal town” created by Pope Pius II. 


• See Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Gallery 

with Reserved Entry Ticket 

• View outstanding masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery 

with Reserved Entry Ticket 

• Visit the medieval towns of Greve in Chianti and 

San Gimignano 

• View Cinque Terre on a narrated boat tour with stops 

in Vernazza and Monterosso 

• Enjoy the Castello di Verrazzano gardens with wine 

tasting and lunch 

• Narrated city tours in Florence, Siena, and Pienza 

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa 

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EUROPE 

HIGHLIGHTS OF CROATIA 

Zagreb • Zadar • Split • Dubrovnik • Trogir • Plitvice Lakes National Park 

October 13-21, 2020 • 9 Days Free Travel Presentation on February 27 

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Explore the highlights of beautiful Croatia, from the dazzling 

Dalmatian Coast to cherished inland gems. Uncover the 

captivating capital city of Zagreb, see stunning Split nestled between 

the mountains and sea, and wander the quiet marble streets of 

Zadar, where Hitchcock claimed to have seen the most beautiful 

sunset in the world. Tour Dubrovnik, in the limelight as the fictional 

city, King’s Landing, in Game of Thrones. Visit four UNESCO World 

Heritage Sites: Old Dubrovnik; the 3 rd -century Diocletian’s Palace; 

the medieval town of Trogir, situated on a small island in the Adriatic 

Sea; and Plitvice Lakes National Park, a scenic wonderland of 16 

interconnecting lakes flanked with alluring waterfalls and pristine 

forest. Venture out to the spectacular Dalmatian Coast, dotted with 

palm trees, olive groves, and quaint fishing villages. Come discover 

the treasures of these ancient cities and the breathtaking coastline 

of Croatia. 


• Panoramic city tours in Zagreb, Zadar, Split, and Dubrovnik 

• Travel along the gorgeous Dalmatian Coast 

• Tour Diocletian’s Palace 

• Stroll Old Dubrovnik 

• Visit medieval Trogir 

• Plitvice Lakes National Park boat excursion 

Price: Call for pricing. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 7 nights accommodations • 12 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 



NEW 

©RovosRail 

INTERNATIONAL 

SOUTH AFRICA WITH ROVOS RAIL, VICTORIA FALLS & GREATER KRUGER 

Cape Town • Table Mountain National Park • Hout Bay • Millers Point • Cape of Good Hope • Robben Island • 

Kimberley • Sandton City • Victoria Falls • Chobe National Park • Johannesburg • Kapama Private Game Reserve 

September 15-28, 2020 • 14 Days Free Travel Presentation on January 23 


Embark on a magnificent journey that encompasses the 

elegance of vintage Rovos Rail, thundering Victoria Falls, 

and thrilling safaris! In Cape Town, immerse yourself in history, 

wine tasting, and the vast scenery. Travel by luxury rail passing 

through mesmerizing prairie lands, forests, and spectacular 

mountain ranges. Meander stunning Victoria Falls, and feel like 

an authentic African explorer as you cruise along tranquil rivers. 

Experience a game drive in the Chobe National Park — home 

to one of the largest groups of elephants on the continent. At a 

private game reserve lodge near Kruger National Park, set out 

to see lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and Cape buffalo 

in their natural surroundings. Luxurious accommodations, raw 

natural beauty, and African cultural experiences are all woven 

together to form this trip of a lifetime. 


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• Private game reserve safaris in the Greater Kruger region 

• Chobe National Park game drive safari and cruise 

on the Chobe River 

• See spectacular Victoria Falls and Rainforest 

• Traditional Zimbabwean feast with dancing and 

folkloric entertainment 

• Experience old-world elegance and luxury with 2 nights 

aboard Rovos Rail 

• Visit the Diamond Mine Museum and Big Hole in Kimberley 

• Stay at the iconic Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town 

• Discovery tour of the Cape Peninsula 

• Visit the World Heritage Site of Robben Island 

• Wine tasting and lunch at Groot Constantia wine estate 

Price: $9,899 p/p double • $11,999 single. Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 11 nights accommodations • 28 meals • sightseeing and admissions per itinerary • 



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CRUISE 

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NEW 

CANADA & NEW ENGLAND CRUISE 

September 26-October 7, 2020 • 12 Days 

Follow the fall foliage along the Atlantic coast from Boston to Quebec City, Canada. 

Overnight in Boston before heading north to Maine, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and 

Canada — including the tiny island of Havre-Saint-Pierre. Choose your own adventure in each 

port of call steeped in maritime history and culture as well as lighthouses and lobster. Culminate 

with an overnight in port in Quebec City. 

Price: from $2,969 p/p double • from $4,349 single. Trip includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 10 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Zuiderdam • 

1 night hotel accommodation • all meals on ship • 1 meal on land • sightseeing and admission per itinerary • transfers • taxes and port changes. Trip #8091. 

NEW 

PANAMA CANAL & SOUTHERN 

CARIBBEAN CRUISE 

November 7-18, 2020 • 12 Days 

Embark on what savvy world travelers consider the thrill of a lifetime — cruising the 

Panama Canal. Sail through the canal that changed the course of history, and watch from the deck 

as the ship works its way through a portion of the locks leading to Gatun Lake, a scenic panorama 

of wildlife-rich islands and jungles. Spend a day in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica where you may tour a 

rainforest canopy or visit a pineapple plantation. And stop at three sun-drenched islands; Holland 

America Line’s private island, Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas, as well as Aruba and Curacao. 

Price: Call for pricing. Trip includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis • escorted • 10 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Zuiderdam • 

1 night hotel accommodation • all meals on ship • transfers • taxes and port changes. Trip #8114. 

Terms of Service January 2020 

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. 

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Indianapolis, IN 46260 

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