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Discover North America with Presley Tours.

Presley tours was born from wayman presley’s unwavering love for unveiling the world’s wonders. over six decades later, that passion continues to drive us. our guided tours promise not just destinations, but adventures packed with unique experiences and fascinating fellow travelers. with strategically located accommodations, an array of delectable local cuisines, modern transportation, and more, we ensure exceptional value for every adventurer. and each meticulously crafted itinerary allows for ample free time, catering to individual interests and meals., what sets us apart our team of passionate, seasoned guides. they not only share an insatiable love for travel but also prioritize the comfort and satisfaction of every passenger in their care., embrace 2024 by embarking on a presley tour, whether solo or with your group – a chance to forge connections with kindred spirits while exploring the treasures of north america..

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Escape for a day with motorcoach tours from huskey trailways.

Looking for a quick getaway from the week’s routine? Look no further. Whether you want to go somewhere for a day or overnight, Huskey Trailways offers a variety of St. Louis motorcoach services , including tours and other day trip packages. Not only can you find some great entertainment, but you may also meet a few acquaintances along the way. Book a day trip with us today and let us do the rest!

The following are some of the recreation trips we offer:

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Why Choose Huskey’s Charter Bus Tours in Missouri?

When you choose Huskey Trailways for your MO motorcoach tours, you can do so in confidence knowing that we value your safety and satisfaction above all else. We’re proud to be a member of multiple professional organizations, including the United Motorcoach Association and the Midwest Bus Association . These affiliations keep us up-to-date with the latest industry news and guidelines, so we cna keep offering innovative products and services to our customers.

As part of our mission to ensure your safety and satisfaction, we hire professional, licensed drivers with skills and experience. With extensive training and dedication to continue providing the best service possible, our drivers ensure successful motorcoach tours for every passenger.

To ensure you won’t miss out on upcoming trips and events, request to be added to our “cow-lendar” newsletter! You can get more information regarding our tours and packages by calling today . Your escape awaits you!

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Spend your time aboard our Executive Motor Coach relaxing in comfort. USA Tours visits locations all across the United States and parts of Canada too! Tour adventures include lighthouse tours and Niagra Falls in the Northeast, Mesa Verde National Park and the Grand Canyon in the Southwest and many attractions in between.

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Missouri Departure

We have buses scheduled with different departure locations to ensure all enjoy these wonderful tours. Browse our multi-day trips below and choose the departure location that you like best!

DETROIT, MICHIGAN

JUNE 6-7, 2024 | 2 Days Departs: Ft. Wayne, Indiana

Detroit was one of the final stops on the Underground Railroad. On this tour, explore the history of slaves who helped to find their way to freedom, the Civil Rights Movement, the airmen who fought in WWII, and the cemetery that is the final resting place for many African Americans who helped shape our country. Of course, the cuisine will be fabulous!   Call: 1.800.488.2114

NIAGARA FALLS SEPT 15-21 2024

SEPT 15-21, 2024 | 7 Days Departs: KS: Wichita, Topeka, Merriam | MO: Kansas City, Columbia, St Louis

One of the wonders of the world, “The Falls” in the fall are a must-see for everyone. See this wonder of the world from the American and Canadian sides.

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NIAGARA FALLS SEPT 16-20 2024

SEPT 16-20, 2024 | 5 Days Departs: IN: Indianapolis | OH: Dayton, Columbus

BRANSON MUSIC & MORE! NOV 1-4

NOVEMBER 1-4, 2024 | 4 Days Departs IA: Des Moines, Osceola | MO: Bethany, Kansas City

Four days & five shows! Showboat Branson Belle, Daniel O’Donnell, Hughes Brothers, The Duttons, Grand Jubilee at Grand Country   Call: 1.800.488.2114

A BRANSON CHRISTMAS NOV 8-11

NOVEMBER 8-11, 2024 | 4 Days Departs IA: Sioux City, Missouri Valley, Council Bluffs | MO: St. Jospeh Four days, six shows: The Duttons, Miracle of Christmas at Sight & Sound Theatre, Daniel O’Donnell, Patsy to Patsy, country & gospel; Christmas lights & tour of College of the Ozarks Call: 1.800.488.2114

BRANSON CHRISTMAS Nov 11-14

NOVEMBER 11-4, 2024 | 4 Days Departs NE: Lincoln, Omaha | IA: Council Bluffs | MO: Rock Port

Four days & six shows! The Duttons, Patsy to Patsy, Daniel O’Donnell, The Miracle of Christmas at Sight & Sound Theatre, Texas Tenors, Hughes Brothers, & more!   Call: 1.800.488.2114

A BRANSON CHRISTMAS NOV 18-21

NOVEMBER 18-21, 2024 | 4 Days Departs IA: Cedar Rapids, Ottumwa, Bloomfield | MO: Kirksville

4 days & 6 shows! The Duttons, Patsy to Patsy, Daniel O’Donnell, Miracle of Christmas at Sight & Sound Theatre, Hughes Brothers, Texas Tenors & more   Call: 1.800.488.2114

S PADRE ISLAND JAN 15-23

Departs: IA: Des Moines | MO: Bethany, Kansas City | KS: Topeka

So much to see and enjoy on this tour! Beach-side lodging on S Padre Island just steps from the Gulf of Mexico.   Call: 1.800.488.2114

WASHINGTON DC April 5-13, 2025

APRIL 5-13, 2025 | 9 Days Departs: AR: Springdale, Bella Vista | MO: Neosho, Joplin, Springfield, St. Louis

Join us for one of the most enjoyable times of the year in Washington, D.C. See the nation’s capitol when the lovely cherry trees show off their colors throughout the city. Call: 1.800.488.2114

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The best guided tours provide aha moments, when you discover something new about a place and it changes your entire perspective.

If you’re looking for those monumental moments in St. Louis, consider these guided tours, which are led by exuberant experts and offered in a variety of styles.

Want to know more about The Gateway City’s history, architecture, music, public art, outdoor recreation or culinary scene? These jaw-dropping experiences await you.

Big Muddy Adventures

Paradise is a paddle away, and Big Muddy Adventures can prove it. The world-class St. Louis-based adventure company provides access to the wild wonders of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers with its full fleet of canoes and kayaks. Whether you want to do a microadventure in downtown St. Louis, embark on a full moon float to an uninhabited river island or add a bike ride along the Katy Trail to your aquatic adventure, river trips with Big Muddy Adventures are always memorable. The professional outfitter also guides multi-day journeys, which give you a greater sense of the changing scenery along the big rivers. “St. Louis is a funner city when you enjoy recreational activities on its rivers,” general manager Roo Yawitz says. “The rivers are our greatest assets, and I just want to see more people use them.”

Discover St. Louis

For candid commentary about the Gateway City, Missouri native and Washington University in St. Louis alumnus Dea Hoover is your girl. Join her on a leisurely, one-mile walk in Forest Park , where you’ll learn about the past and present uses of the green space. Discover the hidden gems of the Central West End through a literary lens. Or eat your way through The Hill in the company of LynnMarie Alexander, author of The Hill: St. Louis’s Italian American Neighborhood . Traveling with a crowd? Discover St. Louis offers group and motorcoach tours that accommodate a variety of interests. Hoover also owns and operates Are We There Yet? , which curates bespoke tours of St. Louis for prospective freshmen, corporate clients and everyone in between.

Eat St. Louis Food Tours

Take a bite out of St. Louis. Spotlighting the culinary delights of The Hill , Eat St. Louis Food Tours visits six restaurants and food purveyors, which serve some of the best St. Louis-style Italian food in the city. Enjoy toasted ravioli, St. Louis-style pizza, gelato and more as you traverse approximately two miles of the neighborhood with its quaint, red-brick buildings. Along the way, your guide will regale you with a colorful account of the area’s history.

Landmarks Downtown Walking Tours

Did you know that the Wainwright Building, designed by Louis Sullivan in downtown St. Louis , is widely considered the prototype of the skyscraper? Learn more about the iconic structure and other historic architecture with Landmarks Downtown Walking Tours. The company’s tours cover either the east side of the city – from the Eads Bridge to the Gateway Arch to the Old Courthouse – or the west side of the city – from St. Louis Union Station to Soldiers Memorial Military Museum to the St. Louis Public Library – Central Library . Your spirited guides will share astounding facts about famous landmarks as well as hidden gems, and they’ll also discuss the art of historic preservation.

Riverboats at the Gateway Arch

All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide unparalleled views of St. Louis’ working riverfront from the waters of the Mighty Mississippi. The replica 19th-century paddle steamers, Becky Thatcher and Tom Sawyer, transport riders back to a time when steamboats ruled the river. Themed adventures include the one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise, which highlights the important role of the Mississippi River in our past, present and future; the two-hour Skyline Dinner Cruise, which features a chef-driven menu, live music and illuminated views of the St. Louis skyline; and the Blues Cruise, which welcomes the region’s best blues artists on board for toe-tapping fun. Throughout the year, other cruises mark special occasions such as the Fourth of July, Oktoberfest, Halloween and New Year’s Eve.

Infectious enthusiasm defines See STL tours. Operated by the Missouri Historical Society, its lineup of walking and bus tours combine unmatched historical knowledge with engaging storytelling, giving residents and visitors alike the opportunity to interact with the Gateway City in innovative and unexpected ways. The two-hour tours are offered in various neighborhoods, including Cherokee Street , Downtown St. Louis , Dutchtown, Grand Center , Laclede’s Landing , Soulard , The Ville and Webster Groves . Public tours take place seven days a week. Sign up today for a new view of an old city.

St. Louis Fun Tours

Hop on an authentic trolley – complete with brass rails and bells – for a fully narrated, 75-minute tour of the Gateway City. Get acquainted with popular attractions and local haunts as you tool around town, spotting Busch Stadium , the Saint Louis Science Center , Blueberry Hill and more out the window. Picking up at Horseshoe St. Louis , a casino on Laclede’s Landing, tours cover 25 miles from start to finish.

Explore St. Louis on two wheels with Trailnet. The local nonprofit aims to make walking and biking in St. Louis better for everyone, and its community rides are a must-do for residents and visitors alike. The guided group bike rides proceed at a leisurely pace and dig into the history and culture of the Gateway City. Rides last approximately three hours, covering topics such as Juneteenth, Jewish history, community gardens and public art.

Wanna go for a ride? Trikke STL leads guided tours on three-wheel, electric Trikkes for hassle-free fun! The maneuverable vehicles are uniquely stable, giving riders the ability to “carve” side to side for an exhilarating skier’s feel and an enjoyable, low-impact workout. The company’s exceptional guides will instruct you on how to properly operate your Trikke, and you’ll be comfortably equipped with a wireless listening device, so you won’t miss any of the tidbits that they share. Trikke STL tours embrace the natural scenery of St. Louis, from Forest Park to Tower Grove Park to Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum , and the guides know the best places to stop for photos.

Un(Heard)Of STL

This free, interactive map explores St. Louis’ diverse history through cinematic audio stories. You can stand where history happened and hear from the people at the center of the action. Virginia Minor, who sued for her right to vote in Missouri in the same year that Susan B. Anthony was arrested for trying to vote; John Berry Meachum, who found ways around Missouri law in order to educate Black students; and an Osage family, who has to sort through the good and bad of encroaching settlers are all featured on the audio map. The best part? You can listen to the stories anywhere with an internet connection – in case you don’t have time to visit every spot during your trip to St. Louis or you want to go back to your favorite recordings at home.

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Tracing the Trail of Lewis and Clark

Follow the Historic Path of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's Corps of Discovery Expedition

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Over 215 years ago, Lewis and Clark led a historic expedition to the American West that “fired the imagination of the American people and made them feel the full sweep of the continent on which they lived.” Along with our Tour Director and an expert historian, retrace this epic journey from Illinois to the Oregon Coast.

• Tour is accompanied by Historian Lou Ritten
• Experience three Lewis and Clark interpretive centers
• See where it all started at Camp Dubois
• Enjoy a half-day jet boat tour on the Snake River
• Travel along the scenic Columbia Gorge
• See where it all concluded at Fort Clatsop

DAY 1: ST. JOSEPH MO

Meriwether Lewis wrote in his journal “The mouth of the river Dubois is to be considered as the point of departure.” And just as the Lewis and Clark Expedition began, ours too will begin at Camp DuBois, the winter camp and launch point for the Lewis and Clark Expedition. With our Tour Director, fellow explorers and historical guide, we will continue westward and across Missouri for an overnight stay in St. Joseph, Missouri. D

DAY 2: SIOUX CITY, NE

Visit the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center to get a glimpse of the more than 300 flora and fauna discoveries made by explorers. Stop at the Sergeant Floyd Monument, a solemn site that commemorates the only casualty of the expedition. Continue north to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center before an overnight stay in S. Sioux City, NE, along the Missouri River. B, D

DAY 3: CHAMBERLAIN, SD

Travel into South Dakota, and capture views at Spirit Mound, where Clark wrote about the beauty of the land, before a visit to Akta Lakota Museum for more interesting stories of his meetings with the Indians. B, D

DAY 4: BISMARCK, ND

Located along the banks of the Mississippi River, visit Fisher’s Lily Park, the historic location where Lewis and Clark met with the Teton Lakota Sioux. Enjoy a catered dinner in North Dakota’s Heritage Center with time to browse its exhibits. Overnight in Bismarck. B, D

DAY 5: WILLISTON, ND

Trekking west, visit Fort Mandan where the expedition party spent a productive winter gathering information from the friendly Indians and recruited Charbonneau and his wife Sacagawea as interpreters. At Knife River National Historic Site, see the reconstructed winter quarters and earthen lodges of the Northern Indians. Overnight in Williston, ND. B, L

DAY 6: FORT UNION/DECISION POINT

Following the trail, cross into Montana and stop at Fort Union - once the most important fur trading post on the Upper Missouri River. See “Decision Point” where the Missouri and Marias Rivers meet and visit Fort Benton, the last stop for steamboats coming from St. Louis in the 1800s. Unpack for two nights in Great Falls, MT. B, D

DAY 7: GREAT FALLS, MT

The Expedition took 32 days to portage equipment and canoes around five formidable falls in the area. Learn more about this challenge on our visit to the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and portage site, followed by a visit to American western artist C. M. Russell’s Museum. B

DAY 8: MISSOULA, MT

Take a boat ride between giant cliffs cut by the Missouri River and visit Missouri Headwaters State Park. See the cliff where Lewis saw the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison and Gallatin Rivers. Continue through the mountains in Shoshone territory where Lewis & Clark secured horses to cross the Rocky Mountains. Overnight in Missoula, MT. B, L

DAY 9: LEWISTON, ID

Travel along the Nez Perce Trail along the Bitterroot Range, the worst part of the journey for the expedition. Discover the beauty and history of Weippe Prairie, where breathtaking natural beauty and a significant encounter between Lewis and Clark and the Nez Perce tribe await. Overnight in Lewiston, ID. B, L, D

DAY 10: LEWISTON, ID

Experience the thrill of a half-day jet boat tour on the Snake River, followed by a visit to the Lewis & Clark Discovery Center in Lewiston. Explore the stunning landscapes, feel the rush of the river and delve into the history of Lewis and Clark’s expedition. B, L

DAY 11: RICHLAND, WA

Running out of food in what seemed like an endless sea of rugged mountains, the expedition encountered the helpful Nez Perce tribe. Visit Nez Perce National Historical Park before continuing our journey toward the Columbia River. Overnight in Richland, WA, of the Tri-Cities. B, D

DAY 12: THE COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE AREA

Enter our final state, Oregon, and travel along the beautiful Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area while closely hugging the beautiful river. Unpack your bags for a two night stay in Astoria, OR. B, L

DAY 13: FORT CLATSOP

Enjoy the striking coastline of northern Oregon and visit a reconstruction of Fort Clatsop where the expedition spent the winter before returning home. Then, venture to Cape Disappointment, to marvel at the stunning coastal scenery with a deeper appreciation for the spirit of Lewis and Clark! B, L

DAY 14: RETURN HOME

Our flight home takes only several hours, a distance that took Lewis & Clark 6 months to travel! B

ACCOMMODATIONS: Night 1: Stoney Creek Hotel, St. Joseph, MO Night 2: Holiday Inn Dakota Dunes, SD Night 3: Arrowhead Resort, Oacoma, SD Night 4: Fairfield (or similar) Bismarck, ND Night 5: Holiday Inn Express, or similar, Williston, ND Nights 6-7: Best Western Plus Riverfront Hotel (or similar), Great Falls, MT Night 8: Comfort Inn and Suites, Missoula, MT Night 9-10: Hell’s Canyon Grand Hotel, Lewiston, ID Night 11: Holiday Inn, Richland on the River (or similar), Richland, WA Night 12-13: Lloyd Hotel, Astoria, OR

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• Return: July 24, 2024 - SOLD OUT
• Double: $4199
• Triple/Quad: $3799
• Single: $5299

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Temperatures:

South Sioux City, NE: 84° / 62

Bismarck, ND: 80° / 56°

Willison, ND: 84° / 54°

Great Falls, MT: 84° / 53°

Missoula, MT: 84° / 51°

Richland, WA: 89° / 59°

Astoria, WA: 69° / 53°

Orange luggage tags are provided and are to be placed on your “checked luggage” (large bag). You do not need a tag for your carry-on bag, for which you will be responsible for taking on and off the coach. There is limited space in the cabin of the coach, so unless you require your carry-on bag while traveling, we will stow it in the luggage compartment.

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Each reservation requires a $250 per person deposit planning fee (exceptions may apply) to be credited toward your final payment. Some or all of your deposit may be non-refundable per our cancellation schedule noted in these Terms & Conditions below. We are happy to accept cash, check (preferred) or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) for your deposit.

Throughout 2021 we limited capacity on all our tours. This policy was so overwhelmingly popular by Sunrise travelers, we have made it permanent. In 2022 and beyond, we will limit the capacity on our tours to 80%.

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Lewis & clark trail.

$3579  double occupancy  $4650  single occupancy Per Person *Airfare not included

July 29-august 13, 2022.

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TOUR ITINERARY:

DAY # 1 - ARRIVALS

Upon arrival at St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL) passengers will be met and transported to our hotel, to freshen up before a festive welcome dinner at the site of Camp Wood where the Corps prepared for their epic journey during the winter of 1803. Overnight St. Louis, MO   (D)

DAY # 2 - MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM / HISTORIC ST. CHARLES

Our journey retracing the steps of the Corps of Discovery begins with a visit to the Confluence of the rivers where it all began. Next we’ll experience a private  behind-the-scenes look at Lewis & Clark artifacts at the Missouri History Museum library.  A special showing of the outstanding National Geographic IMAX film, “Great Journey West”, is also on the agenda.  Next is historic St. Charles, a thriving fur-trading settlement at the time of the Corps’ departure in 1804, and their last sight of “civilization”. We’ll stroll the same cobblestone streets and learn about the expedition’s final departure preparations before heading west to our overnight in Columbia, MO.  (B)

DAY # 3 - ARROW ROCK / FORT OSAGE

Lewis noted the Arrow Rock bluff and nearby salt licks on the 1804 outbound journey. This morning we’ll visit the charming historic town which grew up around it, and meet the living history reenactors at the replica of Fort Osage, which was built at the suggestion of Williams Clark to protect the growing fur trade in the West.  After lunch we’ll tour the amazing Arabia Steamboat Museum for a look at period lifestyles and trade goods, and visit other historically significant sites in the area.   Overnight in Kansas City, MO. (B, L)

DAY # 4 - ST. JOSEPH / COUNCIL BLUFFS

Two months after departing from St. Louis, the Corps of Discovery was still in present-day Missouri. Fortunately our latter-day journey is measured in days instead of years. Before departing the state we’ll tour the historic sites of St. Joseph with a local expert, including the excellent Remington Nature Center. The river turns northward here as we head for Council Bluffs, named for the Corps’ first encounter with Native Americans. We’ll end the day with a riverside interpretive supper. Overnight in Council Bluffs. (B, D)

DAY # 5 - FORT ATKINSON / LEWIS & CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER

The journey continues with a tour of Fort Atkinson, yet another frontier fort built on the recommendation of Wm. Clark. We’ll also tour the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center in Sioux City, pay our respects to Sgt. Floyd (the only casualty of the entire journey), plus a few surprises along the way. Our overnight tonight is in South Sioux City, NE. (B)

DAY # 6 - PONCA STATE PARK / SPIRIT MOUND

This morning we will truly walk where history happened, at Spirit Mound, the unique geological formation (reputed to be the home of 18″ devils) which the Corps climbed on their passage upstream. Gavin’s Point Dam, the site of the first encounter with the Yankton Sioux and an authentic meal served on the banks of the Missouri River top off a perfect day on the Northern Plains. Tonight’s accommodations are at the Cedar Shores Resort, overlooking the Missouri River just north of Chamberlain, SD. (B, D)

DAY # 7 - AKTA LAKOTA MUSEUM

This morning we’ll visit world famous St. Joseph Indian School where the outstanding Akta Lakota Museum offers a view of the Native Americans whose lives were so affected by the course of events set in motion by the discoveries of the expedition. We’ll lunch on the banks of the Bad River where the Corps encountered their first “hostile” natives. After a day full of natural wonders, we’ll overnight in Bismarck, ND. (L)

DAY # 8 - NORTH DAKOTA HERITAGE CENTER / LEWIS & CLARK RIVERBOAT

The latterday Fort Abraham Lincoln (Lt. Col G.A. Custer’s last assignment) was built adjacent to an ancient earthlodge village which was already abandoned when Lewis & Clark sailed by. We’ll tour the rebuilt lodges at On-A-Slant Village and visit the outstanding exhibits at the North Dakota Heritage Center before boarding the Lewis & Clark Riverboat for a dinner-cruise on the mighty Missouri which has become a familiar friend over the course of our journey. Overnight again in Bismarck. (B, D)

DAY # 9 - FORT MANDAN / LEWIS & CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER / KNIFE RIVER INDIAN VILLAGES

Today we visit the site where the Corps of Discovery wintered under the watchful eyes of the Mandans and Hidatsas. We’ll visit the Fort Mandan replica and the new Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center which features a complete set of the Bodmer prints. Bodmer produced more than 400 renderings of the Native Americans and natural wonders he encountered on his own western voyage just 30 years after Lewis and Clark blazed the trail. Through his paintings we will see the undisturbed terrain as the first whites saw it almost 200 years ago. This afternoon we’ll travel to the only park in the National Park System which is set aside to commemorate the Plains Indian: Knife River Indian Villages. The outstanding interpretive center and model earth lodge shed light on the people who continually inhabited this site for as long as 500-600 years ago to 1845. We’ll overnight tonight in Williston, ND. (B)

DAY # 10 - FORT UNION / POMPEYS PILLAR

Another eventful day begins with a tour of the beautifully restored Fort Union. Established by John Jacob Astor’s American Fur Company, Fort Union was the most important fur trading post on the Missouri River between 1822 and 1867. Next we’ll visit Pompeys Pillar National Historic Landmark, named for Sacagawea’s infant son. Captain Clark carved his name in the rock on the return trip in 1806, and it remains today one of the few physical evidences left by the Corps along the Lewis & Clark Trail. Overnight tonight in Billings. (B, D)

DAY # 11 - MISSOURI HEADWATERS / GATES OF THE MOUNTAINS BOAT TOUR

On this morning’s agenda is a visit to Missouri River Headwaters State Park where Lewis & Clark discovered (and named) the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison and Gallatin Rivers. After our picnic lunch, it’s on to the Gates of the Mountains, named by Lewis after towering cliffs appeared to block the way up the Missouri River. As the expedition neared the cliffs and changed directions, the cliffs seemed to pull apart like a huge gate. Our interpretive boat ride will afford us much the same sights that awed Lewis and the men. Overnight tonight in Great Falls. (B, L)

DAY # 12 - FORT BENTON / C.M. RUSSELL MUSEUM / LEWIS & CLARK INTERPRETATIVE  CENTER

Our first stop this morning is to historic Fort Benton, a bustling nineteenth century river port, and the highest point on the river served by steamboats. Montana’s famous cowboy artist, Charlie Russell, wasn’t on the scene when our heroes struggled with the great falls the Indians had warned them of. But he did commemorate the era of westward expansion that the Corps of Discovery opened up. We’ll visit the outstanding C.M. Russell museum. A highlight of our journey is the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center in Great Falls, one of the newest and best along the trail. In addition to the marvelous exhibits, we’ll enjoy living history programs and an outdoor dinner. Overnight again in Great Falls. (CB,D)

DAY # 13 - LOLO TRAIL / NEZ PERCE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK

Traveling the Lolo Trail will be far more pleasant for us than for the Corps, which suffered greatly from cold and hunger along this extraordinarily beautiful passage. Our local guide will help us to understand the chronology as we travel westward and enjoy a picnic lunch along the way. We’ll visit the canoe camp, where the expedition halted to hollow out logs as the Natives had instructed them. To learn more about these inhabitants who were meeting their first white men, we’ll visit the visitors’ center at the Nez Perce National Historic Park. Overnight: Clarkston, WA (CB, L)

DAY # 14 - SACAJAWEA STATE PARK / COLUMBIA GORGE DISCOVERY CENTER

At the site of present day Sacajawea State Park (the spelling varies, depending upon what state you are in!) the Corps of Discovery met with local inhabitants, and as they had so many times before, made ceremonial presentations and speeches. We’ll pause where the Snake River joins the Columbia to discuss some of the events which took place here on Oct. 17-18, 1805. The outstanding Columbia Gorge Discovery Center will highlight this afternoon’s agenda. Overnight in Hood River. (B)

DAY # 15 - COLUMBIA  RIVER GORGE / MULTNOMAH FALLS / FORT CLATSOP

Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area and Multnomah Falls highlight our morning’s journey. Then it’s on to winter camp at the recreation of Fort Clatsop, the capstone of our Lewis & Clark adventure. A gala farewell dinner rounds out the day and our journey, as we compare notes and recount our own highlights. Overnight: Astoria, OR. (B,D)

Salt Works, Willamette Valley, airport transfers. DEPARTURES from Portland (PDX - after 1:00p m) .  (B)

NOTE:   Times and order of events are subject to change.

DESCRIPTION:

Since its inception in 2001, our Lewis & Clark Trail excursion has brought to life for its participants the hardships, triumphs, and many discoveries made by the Corps of Discovery along their historic and epic westward journey.

The 16-day itinerary follows the trail from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean, and features living history, speakers, special events, authentic meals, Lewis & Clark interpretive centers, numerous historic sites, boat rides on the Missouri River, and much more! From the opening night festivities in St. Louis, to encounters with members of the Corps of Discovery, to an ongoing trivia game onboard the deluxe motorcoach, to the gala farewell dinner in Astoria, participants are immersed in the epic journey from beginning to end. Historians and re-enactors lend insights to the history-making journey that Thomas Jefferson called one of the greatest adventures in American history.

Begins in St. Louis, MO and ends in Portland, OR

PRICE INCLUDES:

15 nights’ lodging 

deluxe motorcoach & driver

professional tour director/historian

14 breakfasts

7 evening meals

admission fees as noted

living history

special speakers & programs

park entrance fees

group photo

baggage handling (1 lg. bag/pax)

airport transfers

*Airfare not included

Pre- and post-stays available

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