Branson's Festival of Stars at Christmas 26

Day 1

Welcome Aboard! Join us in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains for a fun-filled motor coach vacation full of spectacular scenery, holiday cheer, and yuletide spirit! Before checking into our hotel in Middletown, Ohio for the night, we are treated to a delicious dinner at The Spaghetti Warehouse Restaurant in Columbus, Ohio, a family-friendly American Italian restaurant

Day 2

After breakfast settle back, relax, and enjoy the scenery on our drive through Indiana and Illinois and crossing over the Mississippi River, to reach the "Gateway to the West," St. Louis, Missouri. Upon our arrival we marvel at the Gateway Arch and explore the fascinating Museum of Westward Expansion, located beneath the base of the arch. We have included a ticket for the tram ride to the crest of the Arch where you have a breathtaking view of St. Louis and the Mississippi River Valley. Later, we depart for our overnight accommodations at the Drury Inn & Suites Southwest in St. Louis, Missouri. After checking in, enjoy the Manager's Reception with free hot food & cold beverages for guests, including beer, wine, and mixed drinks.

Day 3

After breakfast we depart for the fun-loving town of Branson, Missouri. Branson is the home of thrilling attractions and exceptional outdoor beauty, delicious food and genuine Ozarks hospitality that will make you feel right at home, and exciting world-famous live holiday entertainment. Our spacious, elegantly appointed accommodations for the next three nights are at one of Branson's premier resorts, the Chateau on the Lake. Tonight, we are treated to a delicious dinner and a spectacular holiday show.

Day 4 & 5

After breakfast and dinner included each day, and one lunch, enjoy an array of attractions and spectacular holiday shows of some of Branson's top performers including:

Pierce Arrow - Ozark Mountain Christmas Spectacular!
Clay Cooper - Christmas Fun, Festive & Amazing Talent!
Texas Tenors - Christmas Classics & Cowboy Charm!
Hughes Brothers - Ultimate Family Christmas Experience!
The Haygoods - Branson's Most Popular Christmas Show!

Day 6

After breakfast settle back, relax, and enjoy the scenery on our drive through Missouri, crossing over the Mississippi River, and skirting through Kentucky into Tennessee. Your on-board Gunther Tours Manager will help pass the time by playing games, showing a movie or two, and scheduling quiet time to relax. Before checking into the Drury Inn & Suites in Nashville, Tennessee for the night, we are treated to genuine Southern hospitality and a delicious family-style dinner at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen at Opry Mills. Enjoy endless portions of classic recipes directly from the kitchens of Deen and her family, including beloved classics such as Paula's signature Southern Fried Chicken and Ooey Gooey Butter Cake.

Day 7

After breakfast we meet our step-on guide and depart for a tour of Nashville. You will be amazed by Nashville's colorful history, beautiful architecture and hidden treasures that wait to be discovered in "Music City, U.S.A.". Following our tour, we climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat, an authentic paddle wheel riverboat, for a lunch cruise down the Cumberland River that includes an entertaining country music variety show. Before checking into our hotel in Dandridge, Tennessee for the night, we are treated to a delicious dinner at Shoney's Restaurant, located across the street from our hotel.

Day 8

After breakfast we depart for home taking with us many fond memories of a special Branson Christmas get-away filled with spectacular live performances, heartfelt holiday music, and the warm spirit of the season. Today's buffet lunch is included at Michie Tavern in Charlottesville, Virginia, an authentic 1784 pub. There, you will enjoy a delicious Southern-style meal in a charming, rustic setting, with servers dressed in period attire. It is a unique dining experience rich in history, culture, and warm hospitality. Happy Holidays!

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D =Dinner