Spring Nashville Tour ~ Paducah, KY / Nashville, TN / Springfield, IL
April 15-20, 2010 ~ 6 Days
$869-Dbl; $849-Tpl; $829-Qd; $1099-Sgl

Tour Code-naap15  Deposit Amt-$100  Final Due by-3/1/10

PRICE INCLUDES
Motorcoach Transportation ~ Hotel Accommodations ~ Fully Escorted ~ Baggage Handling ~ Oglesby, IL ~ Nashville, TN (2 nights) ~ Grand Ole Opry at the Grand Ole Opry House ~ Guided City Tour: Stars’ homes, the Parthenon, Historic District, Ryman Auditorium, Music Row ~ General Jackson Paddlewheel Cruise on the Cumberland River ~ Cruise, Lunch, Entertainment ~ Visit Opryland Resort ~ Opry Mills Complex ~ Country Music Hall of Fame ~ Paducah, KY ~ Museum of American Quilter’s Society (MAQS) ~ Mt. Vernon, IL ~ Dinner ~ St. Louis, MO ~ St. Louis Arch -Visit ~ Springfield, IL ~ President Lincoln’s Home ~ Quad Cities ~ 5 Continental Breakfasts ~ 1 Lunch ~ 1 Dinner

Thurs., April 15: Oglesby, IL
Explore “a little bit of Southern Hospitality” on our tour to Nashville, TN; Paducah, KY; St. Louis, MO; and Springfield, IL, this Spring. Our destination today is Oglesby, IL.

Fri., April 16: Nashville, TN (CB)
This morning we travel through Illinois and Kentucky on our way to Nashville, TN - Music City USA. There is always something exciting to see and do in Nashville! This evening enjoy the Grand Ole Opry, the world’s longest-running radio show featuring talented musicians and singers, at the Grand Ole Opry House. We spend two nights here in Nashville, TN.

Sat., April 17: Nashville, TN (CB, L)
A step-on-guide joins us this morning for a city tour giving us inside information and background information as we see the Stars’ homes, the Parthenon, the historic district, the original Ryman Auditorium, Music Row, and more of this great city. Then we will enjoy lunch, music and entertainment on the General Jackson Paddlewheel Boat. Enjoy the sights of the city as we cruise the Cumberland River. Then at the Opryland Resort and Convention Center you can stroll along its nine acres of indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and an indoor river with its own Delta flatboat. You’ll also find unique shopping experiences, restaurants, and more in this amazing hotel. A stop will also be made at the Opry Mills Complex for shopping in its over 200 stores. The evening is yours to enjoy in downtown Nashville. You may wish to spend time at the Wildhorse Saloon and visit other places where country singers got their start.

Sun., April 18: Paducah, KY & Mt. Vernon, IL (CB, D)
This morning you may choose to attend an area church service, or, join us as we tour the Country Music Hall of Fame. Here learn more about the past two centuries of country music through historic country video clips, dynamic exhibits and more. After spending time downtown we leave Nashville and head to Paducah, KY. People come from far and near to visit the Museum of American Quilter’s Society (MAQS), and you will see why as we tour it. Even if you are not a quilter you will be amazed by the detail and the variety of quilts displayed here. Plus, enjoy time in their wonderful gift shop. From here, we continue on to Mt. Vernon, IL, where we will enjoy an included dinner.

Mon., April 19: Quad Cities (CB)
We will travel to St. Louis, MO, to visit the St. Louis Arch - the Gateway to the West. You may wish to take the ride to the top (cost not included in tour) for a spectacular view. Then on to Springfield, IL, to tour President Lincoln’s Home, an interesting look back into the time and life of Abraham Lincoln and his family. Our lodging tonight will be in the Quad Cities area, which is four cities on the borders of Iowa and Illinois.

Tues., April 20: Home (CB)
Homeward bound after a tour learning more about country music in Nashville, viewing the fascinating quilts of Paducah, seeing the sights in St. Louis, and going back in time at Abraham Lincoln’s home. We arrive home this afternoon. Thank you for traveling with Utopia Tours on our Spring Nashville Tour.



~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.