2024  June Tours

All aboard, we’re enroute to New York State and the picturesque Thousand Islands. Arriving in Alexandria Bay, New York, we spend three nights at Captain Thomsons Resort in “castle view rooms.” A delicious dinner is included for us this evening. (D)

Today we’ll enjoy “The 2 Nation Tour” as we cruise through the enchanting channels of the Thousand Islands. Learn about the region’s rich history from a knowledgeable guide while enjoying a sumptuous lunch, sailing by spectacular scenery and magnificent island homes. This tour offers close-up enjoyment of historic and scenic wonders in both the American and Canadian sections of the Thousand Islands. Complete the day with a stop at historic Boldt Castle on Heart Island. This replica of Rhineland Castle was built at the turn of the century by entrepreneur, George Boldt, for his wife as a “summer home.” Later, we’ll visit a local winery and enjoy a tasting before returning to the hotel for a free evening. (B,L)

A special treat is in store for us today - we board the Night Heron, a unique glass-bottomed boat, and learn about the fish and wildlife that share the river. Peer through the glass at an underwater ship wreck, the topography of the river bottom, one of the region’s largest underwater shoals, and dock cribs left over from the Gilded Age. Explore Rock Island State Park and climb to the top of its historic 1847 lighthouse for unparalleled views of the St. Lawrence River. Afterward, enjoy a visit to the unique Antique Boat Museum. The docents share factual history and personal stories of the Museum and the Thousand Islands Region. See the 106’ houseboat LaDuchesse, built in 1903 for hotelier George Boldt, manager of New York City’s famed Waldorf-Astoria hotel. Return to our hotel, freshen up and relax before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

Welcome aboard our motor coach heading for the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass Country! Settle into Georgetown’s Country Inn and Suites for a three-night stay.

This morning we tour the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Plant. Enjoy a detailed tram tour of the assembly line where the Toyota Avalon and Camry are assembled here at the world’s largest Toyota Plant. Then we continue along Kentucky’s backroads to visit Lane’s End Farm, a thoroughbred horse breeding farm that encompasses more than 3,300 pristine acres and is home to many stakes winners. On to the Frankfort area, Kentucky’s state capital, for a visit to Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operated distillery in America and a National Historic Landmark. Witness firsthand the bourbon making process in this facility. Dinner is included before returning to our hotel for the evening. (B,D)

Today we travel to Louisville to visit the impressive Kentucky Derby Museum and Churchhill Downs. “And we’re off”…for fun and excitement as we learn about the most dynamic and unique celebration known worldwide as the “Greatest Two Minutes in Sports,” the Kentucky Derby. Get a close up and personal view of this event in this museum brimming over with memorabilia. Later visit a historic candy maker and confectionary store, complete with a 1950’s soda fountain. Yum, yum! Return to Georgetown for a free evening. (B)