Spring East Coast Tour at Cherry Blossom Time
March 22-30, 2010 ~ 9 Days
$1299-Dbl; $1279-Tpl; $1259-Qd; $1699-Sgl

Tour Code-semr22  Deposit Amt-$200 per person  Final Due by-2/5/10

PRICE INCLUDES
Motorcoach Transportation ~ Hotel Accommodations ~ Fully Escorted ~ Baggage Handling ~ Schaumburg, IL ~ Monroeville, PA ~ Gettysburg, PA ~ Guided Tour of Gettysburg Battlefield ~ Gettysburg Visitor’s Center ~ Meal ~ Washington, DC (3 nights) ~ Washington Cathedral ~ Embassy Row ~ National Air & Space Museum ~ Guided City Tour ~ FDR Memorial ~ Jefferson Memorial ~ Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean Memorials ~ Iwo Jima Memorial ~ World War II Memorial ~ Mount Vernon (George & Martha Washington’s Estate) ~ Ford Theatre ~ Capitol - Tour ~ Union Station ~ Washington Landmarks lit up at night ~ Arlington Cemetery / Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier ~ American History Museum ~ Holocaust Museum ~ Kennedy Center ~ Dayton, OH ~ National Museum of the U.S. Air Force ~ Janesville, WI ~ 8 Continental Breakfasts ~ 2 Dinners

Mon., March 22: SCHAUMBURG, IL
Join Utopia Tours as we take this special tour to our Nation’s capital in the spring. Meal stops and breaks will be made along the way as we travel to Schaumburg, IL, located just west of Chicago.

Tues., March 23: MONROEVILLE, PA (CB)
We continue eastward today getting acquainted with our fellow travelers and enjoying the countryside. We drive through Indiana and Ohio and into Pennsylvania, with our destination Monroeville, PA.

Wed., March 24: GETTYSBURG, PA (CB, D)
This morning we drive through scenic Pennsylvania on our way to Gettysburg, PA. Upon arrival a local guide will join us for a tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield. The bloodiest and most decisive battle of the Civil War was fought here on July 1, 2 & 3, 1863, resulting in 50,000 casualties. Time will also be spent at the new Gettysburg Visitor’s Center. Our overnight is here in Gettysburg. This evening we enjoy a delicious included meal together.

Thurs., March 25: WASHINGTON, DC (CB)
From Gettysburg we travel to Washington, DC, for a three-night stay. Today we visit the Washington Cathedral, drive along Embassy Row, and spend time at the National Air & Space Museum. Here you will find the largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the World, including the original Wright Brothers “Spirit of St Louis.” Enjoy lunch on your own here. A local guide will join us as we visit a number of monuments and memorials today including the FDR Memorial; Jefferson Memorial; Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean Memorials; Iwo Jima Memorial; and the World War II Memorial. Then go to our hotel for the night.

Fri., March 26: WASHINGTON, DC (CB)
More sightseeing today starting out with Mount Vernon, the estate of George and Martha Washington, which has been restored to its appearance in the last years of his life. Tour the house, grounds, gravesites, and Visitor’s Center here. This afternoon there will be a tour of the Ford Theatre and the Capitol. Later, we go to Union Station for an evening meal, on your own, and then see the famous Washington landmarks lit up at night before returning to our hotel.

Sat., March 27: WASHINGTON, DC (CB)
This morning at the Arlington Cemetery we will see one of the most impressive sights ever, the Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Cemetery has row after row of white crosses signifying the price many have paid for our freedom. Plus we visit the American History Museum, Kennedy Center, and Holocaust Museum. What a wonderful three days in DC exploring and experiencing the history and significance of our capital.

Sun., March 28: DAYTON, OH (CB)
We depart Washington, DC, with remembrance to our service men and women we’ve seen honored at the memorials. Our destination is Dayton, OH.

Mon., March 29: JANESVILLE, WI (CB, D)
This morning we will visit the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, the oldest and largest military aviation museum in the World. The Museum uses both chronological and subjective layouts to tell the exciting story of aviation development from the Wright Brothers to the space age. After the Museum we travel to Janesville, WI, is our home for the night, with a farewell meal included.

Tues., March 30: HOME (CB)
We return home today, making meal stops and breaks along the way. We hope you were able to get in touch with our history and find a true appreciation for our country, as well as enjoy the scenic countryside, during this 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.