Tanglewood, MA
Featuring the Boston Pops and Boston
August 16-19, 2012
4 days/3 nights
$1069

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Hudson River Valley
October 2-4, 2012
3 days/2 nights
$619
 

Day 2 -CULINARY INSTITUTE/VANDERBILT MANSION
A delightful day as we tour the Culinary Institute, Hyde Park, NY, the most outstanding culinary school in America.  Some of the finest chefs in the world graduate from this school.  There are several restaurants on the campus and we will dine at one of them.  Afternoon finds us at the Vanderbilt Museum, a National Historic Site, that shows a way of life modeled on the English country house and the Gilded Age in America.  A guided tour of the mansion will show you the lifestyle of the rich and famous as it was in the late 1800's and early 1900's.  Return to our hotel.  Meals BL
HAMPTON INN

Day 3 -KYKUIT HOME AND GARDENS/NEWARK
Kykuit, meaning lookout, has been home to four generations of Rockefellers and today the stone mansion, appointed with antiques, fine art and family memorabilia, is a treat to tour.  The Rockefellers called this hilltop paradise home.  Your tour will take you through the main rooms and your guide will share stories that highlight the lives of the family members and their contributions to philanthropy.  Then visit the expansive, terraced gardens to complete your visit.  After your visit, enjoy an included lunch before departing for Wilmington and East Coast Garden Center, Millsboro, with arrival in the early evening.  Meals BL

Tour inclusions:
Roundtrip transportation from East Coast Garden Center, near Millsboro and Wilmington  *  Accommodations for 2 nights based on double occupancy at Hampton Inn, Poughkeepsie, NY  *  Guided tours of West Point, the Culinary Institute of America, Vanderbilt Mansion and Kykuit  *  Meals include 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner  *  Taxes and gratuities for hotels, included meals, and guides  *  Services of a Tour Director from 4 Seasons Tours and Travel.

Not included:
Driver gratuity.

A government issued ID (driver's license) is required for entry into West Point.  Your birth date is also required.

¹East Coast Garden Center is 9 miles west of Route 1; 6 miles east of 113.  Turn north at Mt. Joy Road (Rt 297), travel 1/2 mile and turn left at Cordrey Center Road (Rt 308).

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Hotels/Great Locations

Nights 1 and 2
Hampton Inn
Poughkeepsie, NY

Christmas at the Mohonk House
Hudson River Valley
December 11-13, 2012
3 days/2 nights
$871

Join us for a HOLIDAY TOUR into the Hudson River Valley for sightseeing, fine dining and accommodations.  The Mohonk Mountain House Resort is located near New Paltz, NY and this National Historic Landmark offers thousands of acres of unspoiled scenery.  It sits atop the Shawangunk Ridge perched on Lake Mohonk, a half mile sixty foot-deep lake.  Rock formations rise from the water and the lovely surroundings have remained almost untouched since the resort was built.  Dinners offer a choice of menu and there is a heated pool, a spa and numerous activities.  The resort will be lavishly decorated for the holiday season.
 

Itinerary

Day 1 - UD LIFELONG LEARNING/MOHONK RESORT
Following departure from Independence, Newark and Wilmington, drive north to the lovely Hotel Thayer at West Point for a relaxing and delicious lunch.  Continue north to New Paltz for two nights at our resort hotel.  Meals LD
MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE

Day 2 -GUIDED AREA SIGHTSEEING
A local guide will join us this morning as we travel north in the Hudson River Valley to Mills Mansion Historic Site, an opulently decorated 1895 Beaux Arts Mansion of Ogden and Ruth Livingston Mills, an elegant example of the great estates built on the Hudson River during the Guilded Age.  Ogden Mills and his sister inherited over $36 million from their father and as a result he and his wife were well known racehorse owners and breeders as well as great philanthropists.  His sister, Gladys, and her husband owned and bred Seabiscuit and Bold Ruler, whose offsprings include the great Secretariat.  We will tour the opulent Mills Mansion which will be beautifully decorated for the holiday season.  Lunch in Rhinebeck before returning to Mohonk Mountain House for afternoon tea and dinner this evening.  Meals BLD
MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE

Day 3 -UNION CHURCH/HOME
Who would guess that this unassuming country church contains a stained glass window by Henri Matisse, his last work of art, and nine windows by Marc Chagall?  Visitors marvel at the windows that create a dramatic combination of light and color, art and spirituality.  This is a unique experience so step inside and be inspired.  After departure, a box lunch will be served during our return to Wilmington, arriving in the very early evening.  Meals B and box lunch

Tour inclusions:
Roundtrip transportation from Independence, Newark and Wilmington  *  Accommodations for 2 nights based on double occupancy at the Mohonk Mountain House  *  Admissions to sightseeing as per itinerary  *  Guided tour of the area and of the Mills Mansion on day 2  *  Meals include 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and two dinners (ALL MEALS) plus afternoon tea on two days  *  Taxes and gratuities for hotel, included meals, and guide  *  Services of a Tour Director from 4 Seasons Tours and Travel.

Not included:  Driver gratuity.

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Hotels/Great Locations

Nights 1 and 2
Mohonk Resort
New Paltz, NY

Charleston/Savannah
April 9-15, 2013
7 days/6 nights
$1565

Itinerary

Day 1 - INDEPENDENCE, NEWARK, WILMINGTON/FAYETTEVILLE, NC
Morning departure takes us south over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Norfolk for lunch at the Abbey Restaurant.  Continue to Fayetteville for overnight with dinner included.  Meals LD
DOUBLETREE HOTEL

Day 2 - FAYETTEVILLE/CHARLESTON, SC
Travel south to Charleston, arriving in time for lunch at the Middleton Plantation followed by a guided tour of the plantation and stable yards.  The Plantation, on the banks of the Ashley River, is a carefully preserved 18th century plantation that has survived revolution and the civil war.  It is a National Historic Landmark that is home to America's oldest landscaped gardens.  Check into our beautiful centrally located Charleston Hotel, your home for two nights.  Meals BL
MILLS HOUSE

Day 3 - CHARLESTON TOURING
A local guide will join us this morning highlighting the cobblestone streets, historic homes and restored buildings, some dating back before the Revolution.  Charleston is famous for its colorful architecture.  Visit the Edmonston-Alston House, a late Federal style house built in 1825 by wealthy merchant Charles Edmonston and later sold to Col. William Alston.  After touring, free time at the famous local downtown market with interesting crafts.  This evening a delightful dinner cruise with very good food, choice of 5 entrees.  Meals BD
MILLS HOUSE

Day 4 - CHARLESTON/BEAUFORT/SAVANNAH
Depart Charleston this morning for the old port town of Beaufort (Bewfort) for a relaxing stroll through this town of historic antebellum homes and narrow oak-lined streets.  Have an independent lunch before departing for Savannah.  Check into our hotel.  Dinner this evening at the well known Lady and Son Restaurant.  Meals BD
SPRING HILL SUITES

Day 5 - SAVANNAH
Savannah is a special southern city.  Their building code is strict and tall buildings are not allowed.  Again, a local guide will join us to tour the Historic District followed by a tour of Savannah's Candy Kitchen, known for the packaging of the famous Paula Deen products.  Wander this enchanting city's tree-filled squares, the city Market or the River Street shops before our special afternoon dolphin cruise.  The warm waters attract these marvelous mammals who are very active in April.  Meals B
SPRING HILL SUITES

Day 6 - SAVANNAH/RICHMOND, VA
We leave Savannah and drive to Richmond, stopping enroute for an independent lunch.  Afternoon check in at our hotel.  A delicious dinner this evening at a local restaurant!!  Meals BD
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL

Day 7 - RICHMOND/WASHINGTON, DC/HOME
After breakfast depart for Washington, DC for a very special tour with our very special guide, Anthony Pitch.  He will board our motorcoach for a riding tour "Homes of the Presidents."  Mr. Pitch is a well known historical author and has been featured on CNN many times.  After the tour, lunch independently at Union Station, one of the city's most imposing buildings.  Continue to Wilmington, Newark, Independence, arriving in the late afternoon.  Meals B

Tour inclusions:
Roundtrip transportation by chartered motorcoach  *  Accommodations for 6 nights based on double occupancy  *  Admissions to all sightseeing as per itinerary  *  Meals include breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 4 dinners  *  Taxes and gratuities for hotels, included meals, and guide  *  Luggage handling throughout tour  *  Services of a Tour Director from 4 Seasons Tours and Travel.

Not included:
Driver gratuity.

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Hotels/Great Locations

Night 1
Doubletree Hotel
Fayetteville, NC

Nights 2 and 3
Mills House
Charleston, SC

Nights 4 and 5
Spring Hill Suites
Savannah, GA

Night 6
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Richmond, VA

Ottawa, Canada Tulip Festival and The 1000 Islands, NY
May 15-21, 2013
7 days/6 nights
$1599

Ottawa is the capital of Canada with grand Parliamentary buildings, the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, a stunning landmark that celebrates the achievements and history of Canadian and world cultures, including the world's largest collection of fascinating totem poles.
 

Itinerary

Day 1 - INDEPENDENCE, NEWARK, DOVER, WILMINGTON/1000 ISLANDS, NY
After morning departure, tour will drive north along the Northeast Extension, stopping for lunch before continuing to Alexandria Bay, NY, your home for two nights.  Meals LD
RIVEREDGE HOTEL

Day 2 - LOCAL SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast your sightseeing begins at the delightful Antique Boat Museum located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in nearby Clayton, NY.  The galleries are overflowing with unique and beautifully preserved examples of North America watercraft.  Of special interest is the 1903 houseboat La Duchesse.  Lunch in Clayton followed by a boat cruise on Alexandria Bay of the 1000 Islands.  Remainder of afternoon free to visit the shops and have an independent dinner.  Meals BL
RIVEREDGE HOTEL

Day 3 - ALEXANDRIA BAY/OTTAWA
We begin our day by crossing the beautiful 1000 Islands Bridge which takes us across the St. Lawrence River into Canada and to the lovely city of Ottawa, capital city of Canada.  Independent lunch before our visit to the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) Centre for a tour of the stables and to see the royal carriages.  Check into our centrally located Ottawa Hotel.  Dinner this evening at a local restaurant.  Meals BD
LORD ELGIN HOTEL

Day 4 - OTTAWA AND TULIPS
A guided tour of Ottawa today with the Tulip Festival in full swing.  The tour will allow time to enjoy the tulips throughout the city.  Visit the great Parliament buildings and enjoy a guided tour of the Centre Block of Parliament!  Lunch independently at the ByWard shopping and restaurant area.  Look for Canadian crafts - they make beautiful things, visit the Museum of Civilization which promotes the cultures of Canada and the world.  Dinner included at a local restaurant.  Meals BD
LORD ELGIN HOTEL

Day 5 - OTTAWA/MONTREAL
Depart Ottawa and drive to Montreal, arriving in time for an independent lunch at Dorchester Square.  Then travel on a tram for your guided tour of the Old and New Montreal which includes the historic Notre Dame Basilica with its dazzling combinations of blue and gold.  Once seen, never forgotten!  Your hotel sits atop an underground shopping centre with a number of restaurants where you can have an independent dinner.  Meals B
QUEEN ELIZABETH HOTEL

Day 6 - MONTREAL/SARATOGA SPRINGS
Your morning drive takes you through customs where we re-enter the US and travel to Saratoga Springs, NY, a delightful town, home of Skidmore College.  We'll tour the town with a local guide and then check into our centrally located hotel.  Meals BD
HOLIDAY INN

Day 7 - SARATOGA SPRINGS/HOME
After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Independence, stopping for an independent lunch.  Arrival in the early evening.  Meals B

Tour inclusions:
Roundtrip motorcoach transportation with Jor-lin Tour and Charter  *  Accommodations for 6 nights based on double occupancy  *  Admission to all sightseeing as per itinerary  *  Meals include breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 4 dinners  *  Taxes and gratuities for hotels, included meals, guides and motorcoach driver  *  Luggage handling  *  Services of a Tour Director from 4 Seasons Tours and Travel.

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Hotels/Great Locations

NightS 1 and 2
Riveredge Hotel
1000 Islands, NY

Nights 3 and 4
Lord Elgin Hotel
Ottawa, Canada

Night 5
Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Montreal, Canada

Night 6
Holiday Inn
Saratoga Springs, NY

Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Featuring the Grand Hotel
Frankesmuth and Dearborn, MI
June 8-15, 2013
8 days/7 nights
$1697

Full itinerary will be available shortly.