Stay at the Grand Hotel! Be one of the first to book! Pricing is pending. Please call Allied at 402-371-3840 or 800-672-1009 if you wish to be contacted when pricing is available, and reservations are opened.
Please note, pricing is pending. Call Allied at 402-371-3840 or 800-672-1009 and we will put you on a list to be notified as soon as the price is finalized and reservations are open.
SEPT. 10-18, 2025 Prestige Tour on ULTRA Coach
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3
ALLIEDS TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Wisconsin State Capitol
Mystery Stop
Seaquist Orchards Farm Market
Palms Book State Park
Stay Overnight at the Grand Hotel
Door County Sightseeing with a
Local Guide
Oswald Bear Ranch
3 Meals at the Grand Hotel,
including a Dinner Dance
Mission Point Light House
Music House Museum
Cherry Republic
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park
De Klomp Wooden Shoe & Delft Factory
John Deere Pavillion
15 Meals: 8 Breakfasts (B); 3 Lunches (L); 4 Dinners (D)
TOUR DIRECTOR- Elaine DeJong
FEATURED HOTELS
Dubuque, IA Grand Harbor Resort
Sturgeon Bay, WI (2) Stone Harbor Resort
Mackinaw City, MI Baymont Inn
Mackinac Island, MI Grand Hotel
Mackinaw City, MI - Best Western Dockside
Holland, MI Hampton Inn
Davenport, IA Hampton Inn
Departure Cities:
Omaha, Council Bluffs, Lincoln, York, Grand Island, Norfolk, Columbus, Fremont, Sioux City, Orange City & Des Moine
PRICING, PER PERSON
$ Double, pp
$ Single
$ Triple, pp
PAY-BY-CHECK SAVINGS: $ per person
Book by May 12 & Save ????
Day 1
TRAVEL DAY
Get to know your travel companions as we journey to eastern Iowa. Enjoy dinner with your fellow travel mates.
Overnight Dubuque, IA
Day 2
WISCONSIN STATE CAPITOL
Today, you will tour the Wisconsin State Capitol. Head for Door County known as the "New England" of the Midwest.
Overnight (2) Sturgeon Bay, WI
Day 3
DOOR COUNTY TOUR
Explore Door County with a local expert guide. Visit Bjorklunden Chapel, a local orchard, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, and quaint lakeside villages before enjoying lunch at Al Johnson's restaurant where the goats trim the grass on the roof! This afternoon, visit Boynton Chapel, Peninsula State Park, photo stops of the Bay of Green Bay, and more! Enjoy a traditional Wisconsin Fish Boil this evening!
Day 4
OSWALD BEAR RANCH
Today, you will make your way to the Osawald Bear Ranch. Enjoy watching black bears in their natural habitats and learning about the ranch's conservation efforts. This unique stop will add a memorable experience to your journey north.
Overnight Mackinaw City, MI
Day 5
CARRIAGE TOUR / LEISURE TIME AT GRAND HOTEL
Upon arrival, the proud tradition continues with your horse-drawn carriage island tour. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to soak in the beauty of the hotel and grounds. Tonight, savor dinner in the luxurious dining room with entertainment (jacket & tie for men, cocktail dress/pant suit for ladies)
Overnight Mackinac Island, MI
Day 6
MACKINAC ISLAND FREE TIME / MISSION POINT LIGHTHOUSE
Following breakfast at the Grand Hotel, take some free time to enjoy the hotel, stroll through the town, rent a bike, or take a taxi to Fort Mackinac. Ferry back to the mainland with a stop at the Mission Point Lighthouse.
Overnight Traverse City, MI
Day 7
MUSIC HOUSE MUSEUM / CHERRY REPUBLIC / SLEEPING BEAR DUNES
See the Music House Museum's fantastic collection of antiques. The next stop is Cherry Republic, home to all things cherry! Enjoy a scenic drive thru Sleeping Bear Dunes Nat'l Lakeshore.
Overnight Holland, MI
Day 8
DE KLOMP WOODEN SHOE & DELFT FACTORY / WINDMILL ISLAND
The De Klomp Wooden Shoe & Delft Factory is the only blue and white delftware factory in the U.S. Also, visit an authentic Dutch Windmill over 240 years old and twelve stories high!
Overnight Davenport, IA
Day 9
JOHN DEERE PAVILLION / TRAVEL HOME
Visit the John Deere Pavilion with it’s brand-new experience featuring new & vintage equipment, new exhibits, & a few surprises. It’s homeward bound today after a wonderful time of making memories!
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION
How to Make a Reservation
Reserving your place on an Allied tour is as simple as 1-2-3
1. Choose a tour from the catalog or online at www.AlliedTT.com.
2. Call Allied Tour to check availability and give passenger details. Call 402-371-3840 or Toll Free 1-800-672-1009, or book online at AlliedTT.com.
3. Send your deposit. The deposit is required within seven days of making your reservation. Please see below for deposit amounts. You will receive a confirmation of your deposit once your payment is received.
Deposits
Motorcoach Tours $100 per person
Final Payment
Final payment is due 45-90 days prior to departure, or as stated on your deposit statement. You may remit by personal check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.
CANCELLATION POLICIES:
All cancellation fees are based on per person. Policies below show Days Prior to Departure and Amount of Cancel Fee.
Motorcoach Tours (United States/Canada)
46 Days or More.................................................................................................................... No Fee
45-31 Days.........................................................................................................40% of the Total Cost
30-16 Days.........................................................................................................70% of the Total Cost
15 Days or Less..................................................................................................................No Refund
*Travel protection is recommended to protect travelers from cancellation, interruption, medical, and other fees. Call Allied for options.
Final Documents
Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks before departure, provided full payment has been received. The documents will include a detailed itinerary, departure times and locations, hotel lists, medical forms, luggage tags, and other helpful information
Tour Inclusions
Motorcoach transportation, airfare, cruises, and rail transportation as stated in the itinerary, hotel accommodations, all admissions and meals per itinerary, all taxes for included items, gratuities for step-on guides and wait staff (for included meals), luggage handling at hotels when available, and services of a professional tour director(see cruises and International tours for tour director minimums).
Not Included on Tours
Not included on the motorcoach, cruises, rail, fly-in, and International tours are meals not listed in the itinerary, optional tours, travel insurance, room incidentals, alcoholic beverages, luggage fees assessed by airlines, items of personal nature, gratuities for tour director, driver, rail or cruise staff, required documentation for air tours, tours entering Canada/International travel, government fees, passport & VISA fees, airport departure taxes, any vaccination fees/requirements, and other miscellaneous fees.
Changes in Tour Price
Tour prices in this publication are effective as of August 1, 2024, and are subject to fluctuation due to the U.S. dollar exchange rates and energy rates. Our best effort has been made to publish this information as accurately as possible. The right is reserved to change tour rates as deemed necessary by current currency, fuel price fluctuations, taxes, typographical errors, or other reasons, etc. Due to the volatility of airfares and flight schedules, tours utilizing air transportation are subject to change both in price and routing. Submitting your deposit is an acknowledgment of your agreement to these terms.
Changes in Itinerary
The order of events and hotels scheduled on your tour are subject to change. Every effort will be made to preserve the original quality of attractions and hotels when circumstances necessitate a substitution.
Protecting Your Travel
Your trip investment is worth protecting to safeguard against unexpected covered events that can prevent you from traveling. For your convenience, we have two options: the Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) or the Travelex 360 Group Insurance Plan. You can choose one or the other. They are not required for travel, but optional.
*Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) Motorcoach Tours Only
Cancellation protection is not insurance and is provided by Allied Tour & Travel, but a simple plan to protect you from losing funds if you must cancel. See brochure for details. This covers cancellation only. No coverages apply after the tour starts. -
*Travelex 360 Group Insurance Plan
The 360° Group Choice protection plan is insurance. Travel Protection Policies can include benefits such as trip cancellation, trip interruption, emergency medical and emergency evacuation/repatriation, trip delay, baggage delay and more. For more information and rates, please review the product flyer found at: https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/docs/choice.
The product descriptions provided here are only brief summaries. The full coverage terms and details, including limitations and exclusions, are contained in the insurance policy. To view/download the policy, go to https://policy.travelexinsurance.com/GCB-0521. Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; NAIC #22276. X41 - TRAVELEX 360 GROUP INSURANCE PLAN
The enrollment form & payment needs to be completed BEFORE or AT THE TIME of final payment. Customers are NOT allowed to enroll after the final payment has been made. For complete plan information, please contact Allied or your local travel advisor.
Baggage Allowance
Portage for one suitcase (per person) is included in the tour price. Due to limited motorcoach capacity, your single bag should have dimensions not exceeding 30 x 21 x 11 and weigh no more than 50 lbs. Small carry-on bags are allowed and are your responsibility. Most airlines assess a baggage fee. This fee is not included in the tour price and is paid for at airport check-in. *Baggage handling included at hotels when available.
Inspiration & Faith
Due to tour schedules, we are unable to make any special provisions for worship services. Many tour directors share a Thought for the Day, verses of inspiration, or a short prayer to start the day.
Traveler Conduct & Special Needs
Tours are fun, but the enjoyment of the tour is based on everyone being friendly and cooperative. Allied Tour reserves the right to accept or decline any passenger on any tour if Allied Tour determines a passenger would be detrimental to the tour. Once a tour departs, any passenger disruptive to the group may be required to leave the tour. Expenses to return home would be the responsibility of the passenger. No refunds will be issued for unused portions of the tour. Please notify us of any special needs at the time of reservation. We will make all reasonable efforts to assist with your travel arrangements. However, it is strongly recommended that a traveling companion come along to help with any special needs of anyone with a disability. Allied tour directors have responsibilities for the entire group and cant provide one-on-one care. This includes boarding motorcoaches, airplanes, cruise ships, etc., traversing hotels, restaurants, attractions, other personal needs, etc. Contact Allied if you have any questions.
Single Travelers
Single travelers are guaranteed one seat on the motorcoach and may be seated next to another traveler if the tour is full.
Activity Level
Level 1: Low activity level
Level 2: Requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances.
Level 3: Requires moderate physical activity. There may be longer days; travelers should have the ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Level 4: Requires above average physical activity. You should be able to walk distances and be physically fit to fully enjoy the tour. Walking surfaces may be uneven at times on some tours, and there may be occasional early morning or evening activities.
Level 5: Highest activity level
Domestic Air Tours
A government-issued photo I.D. (i.e., drivers license or passport) is required for all tours utilizing air transportation within the United States and selected motorcoach tours. Allied requests a copy of your license to confirm hassle-free flight travel.
Canada
Tours entering Canada: A valid U.S. passport book is required to enter Canada by air. This requirement also applies for Alaska cruises as you will disembark in Vancouver, British Columbia. Tours entering Canada by land will require a valid U.S. passport book or passport card. (Passport card is valid for land entry only.) A passport book or passport card must not expire within six months of your return. Canada may deny entry due to past criminal, misdemeanor, DUI, or other offenses.
International Travel
A valid U.S. passport book that is valid six (6) months from the date of your return is required for most international tours. Some countries require more months of validity. Passport and VISA acquisition costs are the responsibility of the traveler. Countries may deny entry due to past criminal or misdemeanor offenses.
Smartphones
Some tours may require the use of a smartphone. It could be for digital tickets to a sporting event, an app used by a cruise line, or the app to cross the Canadian border. Check with the reservationist to see if a smartphone is required on your tour.
Traveler Responsibilities, Terms & Conditions
Allied Tours, Inc. (AT) acts only as an agent for suppliers. AT is not responsible for acts or omissions of the suppliers or their failure to provide services or adhere to their schedules & assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity, & can accept no liability for losses or personal injury or property damage, or additional expenses due to delay or changes in the bus or other services, sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine, terrorism, or other causes. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger. The right is reserved to accept or withdraw from any tour if circumstances require it. AT reserves the right to make any changes for the benefit of the tour and/or tour members, including canceling the tour if necessary. All rates are subject to change & are based on current tariffs available & current exchange rates as of August 1, 2024. AT or property owners are not liable for any loss/damage to vehicles parked at departure locations. All baggage is at the owners risk. The purchase of travel insurance with coverage for cancellation, interruption, medical, baggage, etc., is recommended. The issuance and acceptance of tickets/vouchers or the payment of the required deposit or any partial or full payment for reservations on these trips shall be deemed to be consent to these conditions. No refund or unused portions of the tour can be made unless agreed to prior to the departure of the tour. The usual contract in use by the airlines and other transportation companies, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the purchaser of the tour and/ or the passenger. The services of any ARC and/or IATAN carrier may be used on this program. AT has no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of the suppliers or unsafe conditions or climate of locations to which you may travel. You assume full responsibility for checking & verifying any & all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of your destination(s) & all conditions regarding health, safety, security, political stability, and labor or civil unrest at such destination(s). Passengers hereby release AT from all claims arising out of any problem covered in these paragraphs & agree that the courts In Madison Co., NE will be the exclusive jurisdiction for all claims brought by you or AT. Travelers may be photographed for the promotional purposes of AT.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Columbus Hy-Vee | Columbus Hy-Vee 3010 23rd St. Please Park in SE Corner of Lot |
Grand Island Bosselman | Grand Island, Bosselman, 3335 W Wood River Rd North West Parking Lot |
Lincoln UStop Phillips 66 | Lincoln-UStop Phillips 66, 6400 N. 84th Street Parking on south side of pumps. |
Norfolk Allied Office | Norfolk, Allied Tour Office, 720 East Norfolk Ave. |
Omaha - Arrow Stage Lines | Omaha, Arrow Stage Lines 4220 South 52nd St. |
Orange City S.C.E. | Sioux County Ext. 400 Central Ave NE Orange City (Parking Across St.) |
South Sioux City TBA | TBA |
York, Petro | York, Petro Travel Center I-80 & York Exit Park on North side in space with an E-for employee |