Tour #1 Sights of St. Louis Tour Monday, July 11, :00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach

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1 Tour #1 Sights of St. Louis Tour Monday, July 11, :00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes a driving overview of Laclede s Landing, the Old Cathedral, the Old Courthouse, Busch Stadium, Citygarden, a tram ride at the Gateway Arch and tour of Anheuser- Busch Brewery. Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide traces the history of St. Louis beginning with the city s original settlement, Laclede s Landing. It is now a nine-block historic district filled with renovated turn-of-the-century buildings housing shops, eateries and offices. Visit the famous Gateway Arch, the Nation s tallest monument, which commemorates the gateway to the west for thousands of 19th century pioneers. Take a tram ride to the top of this 630 stainless steel architectural wonder and get a unique bird s-eye view of St. Louis. Those not wanting to ride the tram may enjoy Monument to the Dream, the film documenting the construction of the Arch. Enjoy a view of the Old Cathedral, the oldest cathedral west of the Mississippi. Across the street is the Old Courthouse, the setting for cases involving slavery, the fur trade and equal rights. Of these cases, the Dred Scott Freedom Trial is the most notable. You will pass Busch Stadium, home of the 2011 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals. Continuing west on Market Street, you will pass several of St. Louis civic buildings and plazas, as well as Citygarden, a unique urban oasis blending art, architecture and landscape, and St. Louis Union Station, once the busiest rail terminal in the world, has undergone a magnificent renovation and is home to a luxury hotel and restaurants. Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide will familiarize you with the rich history of the colorful Busch family en route to the King of Beers the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Situated in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings are known for their unique architecture and several are National Historic Landmarks. During the 45- minute walking tour you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Beechwood Lagering Cellar, and the Brew House. No visit would be complete without sampling the family of Anheuser-Busch products during the tour! 7710 Big Bend Blvd. Page 1 Office:

2 Cost: $65.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, tram ride at Gateway Arch, tour of Anheuser-Busch Brewery, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Walking notes: Walking is required to get to the Gateway Arch (approximately a 1/2 city block across the Arch grounds). The Gateway Arch has approximately 96 steps total in the Journey to the Top tram ride experience. You must take a flight of stairs down to the tram, ride the tram, and then complete about 20 stairs to the top Big Bend Blvd. Page 2 Office:

3 Tour #2 A Little Taste of St. Louis Monday, July 11, :00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This tour includes a driving overview of the Loop, Soulard, Lafayette Square, a stop on The Hill and at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard. Views of other historic St. Louis neighborhoods (as time permits). Treats include Fitz s Root Beer, Toasted Ravioli, Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Pretzels, and Gooey Butter Cake. Tonight you will explore the original tastes of St. Louis, during a driving overview of some of our most historic neighborhoods that feature delectable delights. Begin with a tour of The Loop, a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. The Loop is a sixblock area complete with restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment and is named after the old streetcar turn-around that was once a part of the Delmar line. A taste of a Loop staple, Fitz s Root Beer is included. Enjoy an overview of The Hill neighborhood, a charming Italian community with personality and history. Views include St. Ambrose Church, authentic bocce alleys and other surprises. Revel in a taste of St. Louis favorite toasted ravioli during your tour. While in route to your next neighborhood of exploration, enjoy a savory sweet treat from Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, a St. Louis tradition since Enjoy a specialty concrete shake that is so thick you can turn it upside down. Next, a tour through the Soulard neighborhood which boasts the oldest farmer s market west of the Mississippi, home to Anheuser-Busch Brewery and the local favorite pretzels. While touring, enjoy a taste of an oven baked pretzel to snack on. Moving on to Lafayette Park, founded in 1836, it is St. Louis oldest public park and is located in the historic Lafayette Square neighborhood. Many of the homes date to the 1870s and have been painstakingly renovated. A taste of St. Louis Gooey Butter cake is included during this portion of the tour. Cost: $58.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, Fitz s Root Beer, Toasted Ravioli, Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Pretzels, Gooey Butter Cake, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination Big Bend Blvd. Page 3 Office:

4 Tour #3 Beautiful Blooms & Historic Homes Tuesday, July 12, :00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes a stop at the Missouri Botanical Garden with a private tram ride, as well as a driving overview through Compton Heights, Soulard, the Brewery Complex and Lafayette Square. Enjoy lunch on own at Sassafras Café at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Beginning with the oldest botanical garden in the country and a National Historic Landmark, the Missouri Botanical Garden has been internationally recognized for horticulture, education and scientific research since its founding in It is truly a St. Louis treasure! A guided private tram tour will wind its way through the 79 acres of flora from a variety of diverse climates. Visit the Climatron, the first geodesic dome greenhouse based on Buckminster Fuller s futuristic design. Included is a visit to the 14-acre Japanese Garden, considered one of the finest outside Japan. There will also be time to explore your favorite areas on your own. Enjoy a lunch own on at Sassafras Café. Next, you will explore the real character of St. Louis through three of its most historic neighborhoods. The first neighborhood, Compton Heights, was developed in the late nineteenth century by the newly wealthy German beer barons. Lafayette Square features renovated Victorian mansions and row houses which surround Lafayette Park, the oldest public park west of the Mississippi River. Soulard is a delightful, old working-class neighborhood, which boasts the oldest continuous farmer s market west of the Mississippi River. You will also see the 100- acre Anheuser-Busch Brewery Complex with over 70 red brick buildings, several of which are listed on the National Historic Registry. Cost: $56.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden with guided private tram tour, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Walking notes: Guests will enjoy a private tram ride at the Missouri Botanical Garden and can then choose whether or not to explore the rest of the 79-acre Garden on foot Big Bend Blvd. Page 4 Office:

5 Tour #4 Anheuser-Busch Brewery Event Tuesday, July 12, :15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Based on a minimum of (50) guests This itinerary includes a private after-hours tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery with a buffet dinner in a reserved space within in the Biergarten. Tonight your guests will enjoy the buffet dinner in a reserved section of the Biergarten. The Anheuser-Busch Brewery is situated in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings are known for their unique architecture and several are National Historic Landmarks. During the tour you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Beechwood Lagering Cellar, and the Brew House. No visit would be complete without sampling the family of Anheuser-Busch products during the tour! Cost: $90.00 per person based on a minimum of 50 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis coordinator and dispatcher, private after-hours tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, buffet dinner, 56-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver gratuities, and on-site coordination Big Bend Blvd. Page 5 Office:

6 Buffet Menu St. Louis Style Salad Romaine Hearts, Roasted Red Peppers, Red Onions, Artichoke, Parmesan Cheese, Beer Bread Croutons and Classic St. Louis Vinaigrette Dinner Rolls with Whipped Butter BBQ Pork Steaks Jerk Chicken Seasonal Grilled Vegetables German Potato Salad Dessert Cupcake Display Iced Tea, Water and Assorted Pepsi Soft Drinks Cash Bar Available 7710 Big Bend Blvd. Page 6 Office:

7 Tour #5 Slots & Shops in St. Charles Tour Wednesday, July 13, :00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes an overview of St. Charles with the option to individually visit the Ameristar Casino, Missouri s First State Capitol, Lewis & Clark Nature Center or shop on Main Street. Lunch is available on own at the casino or on Main Street. Visit St. Charles, the oldest town on the Missouri River. Founded as Les Petites Cotes (The Little Hills) by French Canadians, St. Charles has carefully preserved its heritage as a river town that has been welcoming visitors since Thousands of pioneers replenished supplies here on the awesome journey west. St. Charles is a source of multiple historical encounters: the Lewis and Clark Rendezvous, Missouri s First State Capitol and the origin of the Boone s Lick Trail. Enjoy a driving tour of Main Street; a nine-block historic district filled with 80 restored buildings dating from 1790 to This cobblestone street is known for its array of gift, antique and craft shops. You may visit Missouri s First State Capitol or the Lewis & Clark Nature Center on your own. The Capitol has been completely restored and furnished as it appeared during the period of when the Missouri State Legislature met in St. Charles. The lower level of the Nature Center houses replicas of the three boats of the Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition. Upstairs, the Nature Center is a hands-on museum following the adventures of Lewis and Clark into the wilderness of the West. Enjoy various displays of Native American tribes, the men of the expedition with their equipment and artifacts and a walk through the forest as it was during Lewis and Clark s expedition. The gamblers in the group may try their luck at the Ameristar Casino, which offers 45,000 square feet of Las Vegas-style gaming on two dockside levels including 3,300 slot machines and 95 gaming tables. Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide will provide you with a pick-up location and time for departure back to downtown St. Louis Big Bend Blvd. Page 7 Office:

8 Cost: $44.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, guide and driver gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Admission cost for on own activities in St. Charles: First Missouri State Capital State Historic Site Tour - $4.50 per person Lewis & Clark Boat House and Nature Center - $5.00 per person 7710 Big Bend Blvd. Page 8 Office:

9 Tour #6 Shop Til You Drop! Resale to Retail Wednesday, July 13, :30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes time to shop at the St. Louis Galleria, The Boulevard, and The Vault by WCE. The shuttle will run between all three shopping attractions. Dinner is available on own at The Galleria or The Boulevard. The first stop is The Vault by WCE, which is run by the Women's Closet Exchange, the popular upscale resale store profiled in Resale Royalty. The Vault by WCE features an impressive selection of handbags, jewelry, purses, shoes, and clothing by designers such as Chanel, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade, Tory Burch, and more. At the St. Louis Galleria, you re sure to find something to take home with you from Nordstrom, Dillard s, Macy s, Anne Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, The Apple Store, Microsoft and countless others. Across the street, you can visit The Boulevard which features Soft Surroundings, Loft, Crate & Barrel, as well as some dining options. Cost: $35.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis escort, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Tour Note: The Vault closes at 7:00 p.m. while the remainders of shopping attractions are open until 9:00 p.m Big Bend Blvd. Page 9 Office:

10 Tour #7 Forest Park Meet Me in St. Louis Thursday, July 14, :00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary begins with an overview of Forest Park. Your motorcoach will shuttle between the Saint Louis Science Center and Planetarium, the Missouri History Museum, the Saint Louis Zoo and the Saint Louis Art Museum. Although the shuttle will run between all four attractions, it is recommended guests select two attractions to visit in order to make the most of their experience. Lunch is available on own at each attraction. Meet Me in St. Louis at Forest Park - the site of the 1904 World s Fair and one of the largest city parks in the United States. Today, Forest Park is home to the world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo, the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center and the Muny, the largest outdoor theater in the country, among other attractions. Enjoy a visit to the Missouri History Museum at the Jefferson Memorial. Here you can explore the history of St. Louis from 1764 to the present, including the Lewis & Clark Expedition and the early days of aviation with Charles Lindbergh s historic transatlantic flight. Additional exhibits that will be open during July 2016 include: Little Black Dress: From Mourning to Night and Route 66: Main Street through St. Louis. Next, explore the 90-acre Saint Louis Zoo. Begin at The Living World, an interactive visitor and education center. Then visit the more than 3,500 residents living in recreations of their natural habitats. Visit the Saint Louis Art Museum where there is something for everyone from modern art to the Renaissance. Considered one of the top ten art museums in the country, there truly is something exciting around every turn. Finally, at the St. Louis Science Center adults and children alike learn of the wonders of science and technology through hands-on exhibits. While at the Science Center, you will have a chance to explore three floors of exhibits on your own. The motorcoach will shuttle between each attraction and tour guides will provide passengers a shuttle schedule. Cost: $40.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Price includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination Big Bend Blvd. Page 10 Office:

11 Tour #8 St. Louis Baseball Tour Thursday, July 14, :00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Based on a minimum of (35) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes a city highlight overview tour, a walking tour of Busch Stadium (pending tour dates released in March 2016), and admission to the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum. Your first stop is a tour of Busch Stadium, home to the 2011 World Series Champions, the St. Louis Cardinals. With seating for more than 40,000 fans, this field of dreams is like no other. The design of the ballpark takes into account the beautiful skyline of downtown St. Louis, and the colorful history of the Cardinals. From the classic arched openings echoing the nearby Cupples Station warehouses, to the rich warm colors of the Wainwright building, this ballpark is inspired by the traditions that St. Louisans love. The creative use of old and new materials, from brick and concrete to exposed steel and glass, creates an architectural statement that stands on its own. With its modern sensibility, the stadium is appropriate for the 21st century. Enjoy a 60-minute walking tour of the home of St. Louis Cardinals (pending tour dates released in March 2016). Next, explore the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum inside Cardinals Nation across from Busch Stadium. Few franchises have the acclaim and heritage of the St. Louis Cardinals, and that history lives here, in the new Cardinals Museum. Featuring stadiums, players and championship moments, the Cardinals Museum boasts one of the largest team-specific collections of artifacts and memorabilia in the world. The Museum's seven galleries take you on a chronological journey through the rich history of the Cardinals, allowing you to learn about the birth of the franchise, relive special memories and interact with great exhibits. Cost: $59.00 per person based on a minimum of 35 participants per motorcoach. Cost includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, tour of Busch Stadium, admission to the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, chilled cooler of bottled water, 47-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination Big Bend Blvd. Page 11 Office:

12 Tour #9 St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game Friday, July 15, 2016 St. Louis Cardinals v. Miami Marlins Game Time: 7:15 p.m. Transportation Time: 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Enjoy a night out at the ballpark! Tonight, you ll head to Busch Stadium, home to the 2011 World Series Champions, the St. Louis Cardinals to watch them face off against the Miami Marlins. With seating for more than 40,000 fans, this field of dreams is like no other. The design of the ballpark takes into account the beautiful skyline of downtown St. Louis, and the colorful history of the Cardinals. Cost: $57.50 per person. Cost includes dispatcher, ticket to the St. Louis Cardinals Game, 56- passenger motorcoach transportation, driver gratuities, on-line/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Tour Notes: *Tour registration for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball game closes on Monday, June 13, *This tour is non-refundable Big Bend Blvd. Page 12 Office:

13 Tour #10 Branson Day Trip Sunday, July 17, :00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Based on a minimum of (40) guests per motorcoach This itinerary includes a day trip to Branson, MO with Dolly Parton s Dixie Stampede Live Dinner Show (pending availability). A stop at Lambert s Café and the Branson Landing are included. Lunch is on own. Our day starts with leaving St. Louis and heading to the famous Lambert s Café, home to the throwed rolls. First time visitors are amazed by the portions served for each order, as well as being thrown their dinner roll. Lambert s estimates throwing 200 dozen rolls during the week and 300 dozen on weekends. Enjoy lunch on own, Lambert s does not accept reservations or credit cards but welcomes cash or checks. Next, visit Branson Landing, a dining and entertainment destination with shops to meet every desire. Enjoy time on own to explore this area. Branson Landing features a scenic boardwalk along the 1.5-mile Taneycomo Lakefront. At the heart of the Landing is a vibrant town square terracing down to the $7.5 million spectacular water attraction that features the firstever merging of water, fire, light and music. You will be amazed by the dazzling interplay of water Fountains shooting 120-foot geysers and fire cannons blasting, all choreographed to light and music. You ve never had dinner like this before! Dixie Stampede is an extraordinary dinner show with thirty-two magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders. They will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will enjoy a barrel full of music, dancing, special effects and family friendly comedy along the way. Celebrate as the North and South join together in a patriotic salute of Red, White and Blue featuring Color Me America, written and recorded by Dolly herself. The Patriotic Grand Finale soars with flying Doves of Peace, luminous costumes and fireworks, reminding you of the pride and spirit of America Big Bend Blvd. Page 13 Office:

14 Cost: $ per person based on a minimum of 40 participants per motorcoach. Price includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, Dixie Stampede Live Dinner Show, chilled cooler of bottled water, 56-passenger motorcoach transportation, driver and guide gratuities, online/mail/fax pre-registration services and on-site coordination. Tentative Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Depart St. Louis Union Station Hotel 11:30 a.m. Arrive at Lambert s Café, Ozark location for lunch 1:30 p.m. Depart lunch for Branson Landing 2:15 p.m. Arrive Branson Landing 2:15 p.m. Time on own to explore Branson Landing 4:15 p.m. Depart Landing for Dolly Parton s Dixie Stampede Dinner Show 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Dixie Stampede 4:40 p.m. Pre-show 5:30 p.m. Live 4-Course Dinner Show 7:00 p.m. Show ends 7:30 p.m. Depart show for St. Louis 11:30 p.m. Arrive back at St. Louis Union Station Hotel Please note: Lambert s does not accept reservations. Tour time and activities may be affected due to wait time at Lambert s. Other restaurants in Branson can be substituted. *Tour registration for the Branson Day Trip closes on Monday, June 13, The tour will be cancelled if the minimum number of guests is not met by Monday, June 13, Payments will be refunded by mail if the tour is cancelled Big Bend Blvd. Page 14 Office: