Coach Tours America

Cruising is a great way to relax in total luxury whilst seeing some amazing sights and where better to cruise than the Mississippi? Climb aboard the America and here is what you will enjoy :-

Day 1 begins with being collected by motor coach and heading to the Twin Cities, stopping for lunch before you board the American Queen which is the largest river cruise ship in the world. As you would expect everything you would need is on board from a choice of cabins, pool, theatre, choice of bars and lounges, and much more. Of course all of your meals are included whilst you are on board so there is no need to worry about being hungry!

On day 2 you will arrive in Winona which was founded back in 1851 by a steamboat captain, you will get the chance to explore, take an excursion or stay on board, the choice is yours. Lunch is served on board, but you can give it a miss if you are having too much fun.

Day 3 takes you to La Crosse where Art Deco and Victorian architecture meet, once again you are free to explore, go on an excursion or take it easy on board.

On day 4 you will visit Dubuque where riverboats have been built for years. You can choose to look around yourself or join an excursion. Whilst there you might want to visit the Port, which has a Casino, the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium and much more for you to enjoy.

Day 5 is quite unique as it is the point of the cruise where the Mississippi runs both east and west. If you choose to go on shore you can choose from historic expeditions, music and art tour or just a stroll around.
You will dock in Burlington on day 6, this was once a busy port but now it is more laid back. If you want to go on an excursion you can visit Nauvoo or Fort Madison or maybe you would rather take a look around on your own - that’s fine too.

On day 7 you will visit the home of Mark Twain Hannibal, MO. Here riverboats and steamers were king back in the 1800’s and it is easy to see where Mark Twain drew his inspiration for Huckleberry Finn and his friends. You can visit Mark Twain cave, tour some of the mansions or go at your own pace. Back on board the ship at night you will be the guests of honour at a soiree for the guests held by the Captain as you set sail on your journey home.

Day 8 means the final docking for your ship at St Louis where you will say goodbye to the crew and climb aboard you motor coach for the drive home.

If you want a tour that is big and bold you should book onto the San Antonio trip as it will take you across the best sights and sounds in Texas. Want to know more? Here it is :-

On day 1 you will set off on your drive across the southern states of America with rest stops and plenty of photo opportunities. Your dinner is included and can be enjoyed at a buffet restaurant.

On day 2 you will continue your journey, spending the night in Dallas.

Day 3 begins with an included breakfast and then it is off to San Antonio stopping off to look at the Sixth Floor Museum at the Dealey Plaza which is where JFK was assassinated here you can take a look at the artefacts chronically the President’s life. You are also able to take an hour long audio tour of the museum. You will spend the night at the Drury Hotel where you can partake of complimentary drinks, snacks, popcorn and soda fountain. Once again dinner is at a local restaurant.

On day 4 you will start the day with a hot breakfast before visiting the Alamo including its chapel which is instantly recognisable and a great photo opportunity. You will also go to Market Square where you will be able to shop and buy some of the intricate Mexican jewellery. When ngiht falls enjoy dinner and entertainment at Mexican La Margarita Restaurant.

Your breakfast day 5 will set you off well for your trip to Misson San Jose which is a historic church with the beautiful Rose Window. Then you will go to the River Walk which is right in the centre of downtown and has some of the most lush river banks you will have ever seen. Here you can take a look around the shops or simply stroll along. You will enjoy your dinner at the River Walk Restaurant.

Day 6 starts with a hot breakfast and takes you towards home, you will overnight in Texarkana which is a great mix of two cultures.

On day 7 you will journey to Nashville where you can shop at the Osry Mills which is a must for anyone who likes to shop and there is a great selection of goods from designer labels to electronic equipment –something for everyone.

You will arrive home on day 8 in the early evening after a day of driving with rest stops and lunch en route. Happy travelling!

It may have a strange name that has nothing to do with crafting but the War Eagle Craft Fair has been a firm favourite with families and crafters alike. In fact anyone who wants to spend a few days enjoying crafts, great shows and great company should book onto the War Eagle tour.
You will begin your journey as you travel to Arkansas where you will be staying for two nights. On your first evening you can enjoy the fantastic Pine Mountain Jamboree which is a mixture of gospel, country and patriotic music and is fun for all ages.

Then it is the War Eagle Craft Fair where you can wander around the 300 plus exhibitors who are showing their woodwork, pewter, leather, stained glass, carvings, baskets, weavers and so much more. Perhaps you will pick a few bargains as you enjoy the artistic atmosphere and chat to the stall holders. After all that you will want to relax and enjoy some more great entertainment and tonight it comes in the form of the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down show which includes all kinds of musical performances and some family friendly comedy thrown for good measure.

For a taste of the outdoors Dogwood Canyon awaits you and here you get to explore the canyon floor seeing amazing waterfalls, bluffs and creek beds stopping at the Glory Hole which is a stunning blue-green pool in which live some massive trout. After dinner you will go on to Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre where you will have an evening that will take you back in time to the 1950’s and 60’s for you to experience a packed show like no other full of rock n’ rock legends.
Next stop is the Titanic Museum where you will be able to try to scale the Titanic’s decks which are sloping as happened when the fatal plunge began, you will then hurry into a scale sized lifeboat and even try to send an SOS. You will also be able to take a look around the 400 artefacts and pieces some of which were found on board. After the museum it is time to re-board your motor coach for the journey home where you can chat about your fun packed few days.

Anyone who has an interest in the sea and enjoys nothing more than breathing in salty air and strolling along sandy beaches will want to book onto the Enchanting Islands Tour.

Begin your trip by travelling to Moncton where you will get to spend the first evening relaxing and getting to know your fellow travellers.

Hopewell Rocks is your first stop where you will get the chance to walk on the actual ocean floor during low tide, this is an incredible experience which you will love. Then it is over the Confederation Bridge and over to Prince Edward Island which is a beautifully scenic island that has so much to do. You can even have a delicious lobster supper included on your first night here to really get a taste of the sea.
Whilst in Charlottetown you have a choice of what you would like to do, either join the tour of the town or explore the beaches, sand dunes and red sandstone cliffs yourself. You will get to see the scenery that inspired Lucy Montgomery in the Anne of Green Gables books, fans of these books might also want to visit Green Gables itself.

From here you will take the ferry to Nova Scotia where Cape Bretton Island awaits you. Here you will awed by the scenery which looks as though you could be in Scotland such is its beauty. Those of you who are interested in scientific history will want to visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site which is filled with information and artefacts relating to this scientific genius.

Next on the list is a drive along the Cabot Trail which is truly amazing and you will get the chance to take many photos of the stunning views from the flat topped hills and mountains. Here you will also be able to go on a whale watching tour which is fantastic.

From there you will journey on to The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site which is a reconstruction of New France where costumed guides wander the streets to give you a taste of what life was like years ago. As you then travel towards home you will drive along the shores of Bras d’Or which is so beautiful and relaxing that you will wish you were staying for longer. So for a trip that mixes historic information and some of the most charming vistas in the country go on the Enchanting Islands Tour.