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APRIL 3-12, 2025 Prestige Tour on Ultra Coach
10 DAYS 20 MEALS
Allieds Tour Highlights
Little Rock City Tour
Vicksburg National Military Park
Natchez City tour
Tour of Antebellum home
McGees Landing swamp tour
Yvette Landry-Music and Demonstration
Conrad Rice Mill
Tabasco Pepper Sauce Factory
National World War II Museum
New Orleans School of Cooking
Oak Alley Plantation Tour
Tour the Miss Laura House
US Marshalls Museum
20 Meals:9 Breakfasts (B), 3 Lunch(L) 9 Dinner (D)
Tour Director: Roxie Mulder
FEATURED HOTELS
Rogers, AR- Hampton Inn
White Hall, AR- Town Place Suites
Natchez, MS- The Grand Hotel
Lafayette, LA- Springhill Suites
New Orleans, LA- Wyndham
Texarkana, TX-Hampton Inn
Fort Smith, AR- Hampton
DEPARTURE CITIES
Omaha, Council Bluffs, Lincoln, York, Grand Island, Norfolk, Columbus, Sioux City, Luverne, MN & Sioux Falls, SD
SAVINGS:
PAY BY CHECK & SAVE
BOOK BY NOVEMBER 27, 2024 AND SAVE?
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3
RATES:
Double, pp
Single
Triple, pp
Day 1
TRAVEL DAY
Begin the Southern Delights Motor Coach Tour with a scenic journey to Rogers, AR, setting the stage for a captivating exploration of the South’s history, culture, and natural beauty.
Overnight Rogers, AR
Day 2
LITTLE ROCK, AR
Experience the best of Arkansas with our captivating tour from Rogers to Little Rock! Sit back and enjoy a comfortable journey through the heart of the state as we traverse charming towns and picturesque countryside. Upon reaching Little Rock, get ready for an immersive city tour that will showcase the capital’s iconic landmarks, from the historic Arkansas State Capitol to the vibrant River Market District. Let our knowledgeable guides unveil the fascinating history and culture that make this journey an adventure.
Overnight White Hall, AR
Day 3
VICKSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK
Embark on a riveting journey to Vicksburg National Military Park with our expert Step-On Guide Tour! As we venture through this hallowed ground, our knowledgeable guide will breathe life into the past, sharing captivating stories of the pivotal battles that shaped the course of American history. Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of the park’s sprawling landscapes, adorned with monuments and memorials paying homage to the brave soldiers who fought here. This tour promises a unique blend of education and exploration, making it an unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Overnight Natchez, MS
Day 4
NATCHEZ CITY TOUR / ANTEBELLUM HOME
Experience Natchez, MS with our tour Including Antebellum home tour where you will enjoy lunch..
Overnight Lafayette, LA
Day 5
MCGEE’S LANDING SWAMP TOUR / YVETTE LANDRY-MUSIC AND DEMONSTRATION
Set out on a thrilling journey from Natchez, Mississippi, to Lafayette, Louisiana, where captivating adventures and rich culture await! Be enchanted by Louisiana’s mesmerizing swamplands as you take part in a captivating tour at McGee’s Landing. Glide through serene waters, encounter native wildlife, and learn about the unique ecosystem from expert guides. Next, embrace the soulful rhythms of Cajun music during the Martin Accordion Tour and Demonstration. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage as local musicians showcase the magic of the accordion, an integral part of Louisiana’s vibrant music scene.
Overnight Layfayette, LA
Day 6
CONRAD RICE MILL, TABASCO PEPPER SAUCE AND NEW ORLEANS SCHOOL OF COOKING
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Today we will travel to the Conrad Rice Mill in New Iberia for a tour of the time-honored rice milling process. We will then tour the Tabasco Pepper Sauce Factory. This evening you will experience a passenger favorite the New Orleans School of Cooking.
Overnight New Orlean
Day 7
NEW ORLEANS TOUR AND NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM
Enjoy a local step on guide for a tour of New Orleans. Take your time experiencing the National World War II Museum. This afternoon and evening you will have time to explore the French Quarters at your leisure. Trolly passes will be Included.
Overnight in New Orleans
Day 8
Experience the Oak Alley Plantation nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River
Overnigh in Texarkana, TX
Day 9
MISS LAURA’S / US MARSHALS MUSEUM
Continue the journey from Texarkana, Texas, to Fort Smith, Arkansas, with two captivating destinations on the itinerary. Our first stop is at the historic Miss Laura’s Visitor Center in Fort Smith. Step back in time as you explore the intriguing history of this former brothel, transformed into a significant visitor center during the wild frontier days. Discover the stories and secrets this iconic building holds, and gain insights into its role in shaping the city’s past. Next, visit the prestigious US Marshals Museum, where the bravery and dedication of United States Marshals come to life. Immerse in the heroic tales of these legendary lawmen while exploring engaging exhibits.
Overnight In Fort Smith, AR
Day 10
TRAVEL HOME
Enjoy the scenic journey home, reflecting on the rich experiences and new friends made throughout the tour.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
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.
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
Domestic Air & Rail Tours $300 per person
New York Baseball & Broadway $400 per person
International Tours & Cruises Ask your reservationist for deposit info
Deposits are subject to change.
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.
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 October 1, 2023, 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. 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 events that can prevent you from traveling and being assessed significant cancellation fees. If you are interested in an optional protection plan, 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 where 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. Unwind & take it easy on this level consider it a vacation from even breaking a sweat.
Level 2: Easy Activity. Moderate activity level with some walking and light physical demands. Participants should be comfortable walking short distances & navigating stairs occasionally.
Level 3: Moderate Activity. There may be longer days than Level 2 tours. Expect standing for extended periods and/or walking at various paces & distances.
Level 4: Active. This level is for enthusiasts who can walk the bustling city blocks or conquer uneven terrain without the aid of mobility devices.
Level 5: High Activity. For those with demanding physical fitness, this level includes a rigorous schedule.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED:
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 does not expire within 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. With the arrival of ETIAS expected in 2024, certain countries may require an ETIAS waiver to travel to Europe. If this is a requirement for your tour, we will provide you with the enrollment information.
TECHNOLOGY STATEMENT:
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, etc. Check with the reservationist to see if a smartphone is required on your tour.
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.
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 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 baggage & travel insurance covering 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.
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Columbus Hy-Vee | Columbus Hy-Vee 3010 23rd St. Please Park in SE Corner of Lot |
Fremont Walmart | Fremont Walmart, 3010 E 23 St. Exit Hwy 30 & 275 Park in South East corner |
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. |
Luverne, MN Amer Ref Chur | Luverne, MN - Americ Reform Ch., 304 N. Fairview North Side |
Norfolk Allied Office | Norfolk, Allied Tour Office, 720 East Norfolk Ave. |
Omaha - Arrow Stage Lines | Omaha, Arrow Stage Lines 4220 South 52nd St. |
Sioux Falls Flying J | Flying J Travel Center, Sioux Falls, SD I-29, Exit 83 Park in South West Corner |
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 |
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