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Call 651-490-5408 (888-231-8735) 1 Call 651-490-5408 or 888-231-8735 | www.gowithlandmark.com Your Journey Starts Here INDEX INTRODUCTION Your Journey Starts Here . 1 The Landmark Experience . 3 Our Partners . 5 What Our Customers Say . 6 2017 TRAVEL Islands of Hawaii 4-Island Cruise & Tour . 7 Savannah, Charleston, & Asheville . 9 New York City: The Big Apple . 11 Alaska: Land & Sea Adventure . 13 Yellowstone & The Grand Tetons . 15 The Magnificent Pacific Coast.. 17 Nova Scotia & The Maritimes . 19 Historic Trains of Colorado . 21 Autumn in New England . 23 Ireland: The Emerald Isle . 25 Acadia Autumn Adventure . 27 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta . 29 America’s Heritage . 31 RESERVATIONS How to Reserve your Space & Guest Protection Plan . 33 Reservation Form . 34 Frequently Asked Questions . 36 SAVE UP TO $400 per couple on your 2017 Vacation! Terms & Conditions . 38 2 The Landmark Experience New Hampshire in the Autumn EXPERIENCE YOUR DESTINATION FOR YOUR DINING ENJOYMENT Our itineraries pair the “must-sees” of each region with enriching Dining is a main ingredient of a memorable vacation, and is as cultural elements. We are committed to ensuring that our guests truly carefully choreographed as our tour routing. Meals that highlight the experience each destination. Instead of a quick drive through the local culture and cuisine enrich and elevate your travel experience. Redwood Forest, stop and take a leisurely walk through the woods. Enjoy fresh salmon while gazing out at the San Francisco bay, a lavish Or learn about the Sugarin’ business when visiting a 200-year-old, buffet with a beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, or try your family-run Maple Farm. Our depth of planning provides exceptional hand preparing Cajun cuisine at the New Orleans School of Cooking. experiences that will leave you satisfied and create long-lasting You’ll always have a full breakfast included in the morning, some memories. lunches, and many memorable dinners while traveling with us. QUALITY ACCOMMODATIONS YOUR DEDICATED TOUR MANAGER A Landmark vacation includes an array of national brands, boutique- Tour Managers are a critical component in our well-planned style hotels, and historical properties, all in carefully selected locations. vacations. Landmark Tour Managers are trained and empowered to The Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf has you situated just steps from ensure a smooth and seamless tour. Complemented by local guides Pier 39 in San Francisco (The Pacific Coast). At Anchorage by the Sea and historians with a deep knowledge of the local area, they will work Resort in Ogunquit, ME you’ll eat fresh lobster while gazing out at hard to deliver an unforgettable travel experience. the Atlantic (Autumn in New England). The historic Belvedere Hotel in Times Square is just a short walk to your award-winning Broadway play (New York City). All accommodations meet or exceed our high quality standards, and we’re always striving for improvement. We’re proud of our selections and invite you to see each tour page for a list of trip accommodations. 3 Call 651-490-5408 or 888-231-8735 | www.gowithlandmark.com The Landmark Experience Acadia Nat’l Park, ME WORRY-FREE GUEST PROTECTION FINAL TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Peace of mind should accompany a quality travel experience. Our It is our priority to ensure that you are prepared for your upcoming trip. Guest Protection Plan, consisting of a Cancellation Fee Waiver and Approximately two weeks before your trip you will receive your Travel Post Departure Insurance Benefits, provides valuable comfort before Documents packet. This packet contains important information needed and during your trip. Our Cancellation Fee Waiver gives you peace before you embark on your journey. We’ll send instructions on joining the of mind before traveling, and Post Departure insurance benefits cover group, a hotel list, any included airline reservations, a passenger list, luggage you while traveling. tags, tour route maps, and other useful details pertaining to your vacation. DELUXE MOTORCOACH INCLUSIVE VALUE You will travel in comfort on a Landmark Tour. Our deluxe To avoid unpleasant surprises caused by hidden costs, we choose to be motorcoaches include many modern amenities and all offer easy inclusive when designing our tours. 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Meals: D 23 Meals: Honolulu City Tour 9 Breakfasts | 6 Lunches | 8 Dinners Day 2 - Fri, Feb 24 Day of Leisure Pearl Harbor Awaken and begin your transition into the gentle rhythms of the islands. You Professional Tour Manager Arizona Memorial are surrounded by natural beauty and also the Aloha Spirit, the attitude of Itinerary Activity Admissions friendly acceptance for which Hawaii is known for. The day is set aside to Island Tour of Oahu explore the area around your hotel. Spend some time on Waikiki Beach in view of Diamond Head, browse the shops and restaurants of world famous hotels, or visit local museums and attractions. Meals: B Day 3 - Sat, Feb 25 Pearl Harbor / Pride of America Begin the day with an included tour to Pearl Harbor for a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial. Then, we’ll take a drive to the wind-swept Nuuanu Pali and view the windward communities of Kaneohe and Kailua. Upon descending the Koolau Mountains, we’ll visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Punchbowl Crater. Next stop is downtown Honolulu where we’ll see the Iolani Palace, Washington Place and the grandiose State Capitol. This afternoon we’ll board Norwegian’s Pride of America cruise ship and set out on our leisurely journey through the Islands of Hawaii.