Carolinas & Georgia Tour
April 21-May 2, 2010
$1699-Double; $1679-Triple; $1659-Quad; $2239-Single Occ.

Tour Code-cgap21  Deposit Amt-$200    Final Due by-3/5/10

PRICE INCLUDES
Motorcoach Transportation ~ Hotel Accommodations ~ Fully Escorted ~ Baggage Handling ~ Amana, IA ~ Amana Colonies ~ Ox Yoke Inn - Get-Acquainted Meal ~ Indy 500 Speedway ~ Florence, KY ~ Lexington, KY ~ Kentucky Artisan Center ~ Asheville, NC ~ Biltmore Mansion ~ Myrtle Beach, SC (2 nights) ~ Broadway At the Beach Complex ~ Dixie Stampede Dinner Show ~ Carolina Opry ~ One-the Show - Alabama Theatre ~ Barefoot Landing ~ Charleston, SC (2 nights) ~ Guided City Tour ~ City Market ~ Fort Sumter ~ Magnolia Plantation - Tour House & Nature Train Tram Ride ~ Savannah, GA ~ Guided City Tour ~ City Market ~ Atlanta, GA ~ Chattanooga, TN ~ Nashville, TN ~ Grand Ole Opry ~ Rockford, IL ~ 11 Continental Breakfasts ~ 1 Dinner

Wed., April 21: Amana, IA
Get ready for a tour full of entertainment, fun attractions and beautiful fall scenery covering Myrtle Beach, Nashville, Charleston, and Savannah and much more. Our first day’s drive will take us to the Amana Colonies in Iowa where we will enjoy an included get-acquainted meal at the Ox Yoke Inn, plus stay in the Amana, IA, area.

Thurs., April 22: Florence, KY (CB)
Our travels take us through the Quad Cities in Iowa and Illinois to Indiana. There will be a stop at the Indy 500 Speedway then continue into Ohio. After crossing the Ohio River we arrive in Kentucky with our lodging in Florence, KY.

Fri., April 23: Asheville, NC (CB)
We will enjoy traveling through the horse country of Lexington, KY, which has over 500 beautiful horse farms. A stop will be made at the new Kentucky Artisan Center near Berea, KY, which is known as the folk arts and crafts capital of Kentucky. Then continue on through the Appalachian Mountains to Asheville, NC, where we will spend the night. We will visit the Biltmore Mansion, a magnificent 250-room chateau created by George Vanderbilt this afternoon.

Sat., April 24: Myrtle Beach, SC (CB, D)
Enjoy more scenery as leave Asheville, NC, and travel to Myrtle Beach, SC. Our lodging is located right on the beach of the Atlantic Ocean. We will spend two nights here enjoying shows and other sights. You may want to relax on the beach or enjoy the indoor/outdoor pools. All rooms are ocean-view efficiencies. Upon arrival we’ll go to the Broadway At the Beach complex. Later we go to the Dixie Stampede Dinner Show, followed by the Carolina Opry, two great shows.

Sun., April 25: Myrtle Beach, SC (CB)
This morning is free to enjoy the beach and the amenities at the hotel. This afternoon we’ll go to Barefoot Landing for shopping and a meal on your own. Then enjoy One - the Show at the Alabama Theatre located at Barefoot Landing.

Mon., April 26: Charleston, SC (CB)
We travel to Charleston, SC, this morning. The Charleston area is rich in history, tradition and Southern culture. A local step-on guide will join us on our motorcoach for a guided tour of this city which has barely changed since it was founded in 1670. You will feel welcome with its charm and beauty. We will have a leisurely lunch stop at City Market. Later we board a boat to historic Fort Sumter. While in Charleston this evening enjoy a South Carolina meal on your own. Enjoy two nights here.

Tues., April 27: Charleston, SC (CB)
Our stay in Charleston wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Magnolia Plantation. Step back in time at this magnificent plantation that features the oldest public garden in America. We will tour the Magnolia Plantation House, plus enjoy a Nature Train tram ride – taking us throughout the Plantations diverse landscape and seeing the variety of floral and animals that are here.

Wed., April 28: Savannah, GA (CB)
Continuing along the Atlantic Ocean we make our way to Savannah, GA. Historical landmarks, houses, museums, square and parks abound this beautiful coastal city. Savannah is knows for its wealth of history and architecture that few American cities can match. To experience this we take a guided tour and visit the City Market area.

Thurs., April 29: Chattanooga, TN (CB)
As we leave the coast we will travel through Georgia to Atlanta and after some sightseeing here we continue to Chattanooga, TN, for the night.

Fri., April 30: Nashville, TN (CB)
We’ll arrive in Nashville today Music City USA. We’ll spend some time downtown for lunch on your own, plus do some shopping and see some of the places where many country westerns singers got their start. Later we’ll go to our motel. This evening enjoy the Grand Ole Opry at the Opry House. The Grand Ole Opry is the world’s longest running radio show featuring talented musicians and singers.

Sat., May 1: Rockford, IL (CB)
We travel north today making our meal stops and visiting about the fun we’ve had on our tour. We overnight in Rockford, IL.

Sun., May 2: Home (CB)
Return home early evening after a great tour. Thank you for traveling with Utopia Tours!


~Deposit is due within 5 days of sign-up to hold reservation. Coupons / discounts are to be taken off of the final or full payment, not the deposit.
~FINAL INFORMATION: Will be sent approx. 10 days prior including hotel list, time/place of departure.
~Optional trip cancellation/interruption insurance is available. Brochures available for more information.
TOUR INCLUDES: See Price Includes Section. All sightseeing admissions, transportation, transfers, guide fees, tour director services, events included in tour itinerary, lodging, baggage handling (for one piece of luggage per person), taxes, tips for services included in tour, meals mentioned in "Price Includes" section of itinerary. NOT INCLUDED: Tips for meals or services not included in tour price; also, gratuities to Tour Director and Driver are customary.
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF locations follow the route of the tour to maintain a flowing schedule. On tours 6 days or longer, shuttling may be available from various locations, with minimum number of passengers. Some shuttles may require an overnight stay. Fees may apply for shuttle service /hotel accommodations.

General Tour Information
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: Receive a 100% refund when canceling, for any reason, up to final payment due date. After final payment due date (listed on individual brochure) and up to 7 business days prior to departure receive 75%, less non-recoverable fees; this is for medical reasons only, need note from doctor. (Travel companions are also covered) Tour cost is non-refundable 7 business days prior to departure. There are no refunds on the air or cruise portion of the tour after 61 days prior to departure. No refund to no shows and for non-covered cancellations. If client cancels reservation, any refund processed by credit card will be less a 3% processing fee. Call us for information on Optional Insurance. The purchase of optional trip cancellation or interruption insurance is highly recommended. Optional insurance can be purchased up to 72 hours prior to departure. Certain deadlines apply for waiving pre-existing medical exclusion. Optional Insurance premium is non-refundable. See Coverage Policy Sheet for more details. FUEL SURCHARGE: Utopia Tours reserves the right to add a fuel surcharge to the cost of the tour. Notice will be given prior to departure. AIRFARE INCLUDED: The availability of airline seats may be limited from each departure city. Utopia Tours reserves the right to provide ground transportation to or from a larger or alternate airport. PERSONALLY ESCORTED: A congenial and trained tour director will handle every detail, attend to the comfort and pleasure of each individual and provide expert guidance throughout the tour.  LUGGAGE: Provision is made for handling one piece of luggage per person. You may also take another travel bag to be handled by yourself.  SEATING ARRANGEMENTS: No seats are reserved on our motorcoach tour except the seat behind the driver which is reserved for the Tour Director. A seat rotation procedure will be followed.  IDENTIFICATION: For tour members entering Canada or foreign ports, passports are required starting 6/1/09. UTOPIA TOURS reserves the right to make changes or alterations in the printed itinerary, dates, routings, or included features prior to or during the tour as may be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the tour without prior notice and assumes no responsibility for delays and/or expenses due to such modification. SMOKING: No smoking is allowed on the motorcoach. RESPONSIBILITY: Utopia Tours is not responsible for any loss or damage of personal property or for injuries, expenses or damages whatsoever incurred or claimed by any tour member.