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2018 TOUR & CRUISE CATALOGUE

TOURS BY MONTHMAY .....................................................................A Taste of New Orleans 13Ontario Mystery Tour 8

JUNE ....................................................................Ohio’s Amish Country 14

JULY ....................................................................Alaska’s Inside Passage Cruise 7Summer Theatre 8Newfoundland & Labrador 9

AUGUST ...............................................................Celebrate Canada’s Capital 10Yukon & Alaska Cruise Tour 7A Taste of Chicago 13Journey to Eastern Canada 11

SEPTEMBER ........................................................Historical England 3Agawa Canyon Fall Train Tour 9Italy Bellissimo 4

OCTOBER .............................................................A Taste of Iceland 5Lancaster Amish 15Chateaux and Manoirs of Quebec 12Nashville Getaway 15Canyon Country, USA 16

NOVEMBER ..........................................................Myrtle Beach Christmas 17A Taste of New York 18Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise 6

Includes deluxe coach transportation, air-conditioned and washroom equipped

Includes airfare

Full itinerary available upon request

Easy Short distances to walk; may include steps Moderate Must be able to walk up to 20 minutes; includes steps

B L D Breakfast, lunch and/or dinner included

Group Travel...

RELAX, IT’S INCLUDED...- All luggage handling with gratuities

- Services of a CAA Tour Director

- All applicable taxes (including HST), fees and port charges

- Gratuities to coach drivers and local guides

ASK ABOUT...- Our affordable regional shuttle service

- Pre and post-tour discounted rates at the Four Points by Sheraton in Thorold

We’re the Experts!Group travel is one of the best and easiest ways to travel. Pre-planned itineraries and inclusions, and a group tour host allows you to spend less time planning your vacation and more time enjoying it.

This year, we’re offering four exciting international itineraries that are sure to appeal to history lovers and culture buffs alike. From the great castles of England to the ancient ruins of Rome, from the rugged beauty of Iceland to the festive markets along the Danube River, this year’s tours are sure to be some of our best!

If you’re looking for something a little closer to home, we’ve got a great selection of tours that criss-cross North America. Here are some of our returning favourites:

• Alaska (p.7)

• Newfoundland & Labrador (p.9)

• New York City (p.18)

• Canyon Country, USA (p.16)

We even have short itineraries, so you can enjoy a quick getaway:

• Ontario Mystery Tour (p. 8)

• Ottawa (p.10)

• Ohio (p.14)

We invite you to join us for a year of exciting explorations and unforgettable voyages.

If you have questions about any of our tours, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here to make sure your vacation is easy and enjoyable. Call 1-800-263-7272 or email [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you on tour!

- Lois, Gail & Danielle CAA Tuxedo Tours

International

HISTORICAL ENGLANDSeptember 9 to 23

Explore England’s lesser known historical gems on an immersive tour of this island nation. Developed with assistance from Niagara historians, this trip takes you through the Lake District, to Hadrian’s Wall and the Housesteads Roman Fort, remnants of Britain’s ancient beginnings. Visit York, with its cobbled Shambles, ancient city walls and magnificent Yorkminster Cathedral, as well as Bletchley Park, central site of WWII codebreakers. From the homes of great historic figures like Winston Churchill and General Wolf to the location of epic battles, this journey is sure to thrill any history buff!

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from CAA Thorold office to Toronto airport• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Manchester/London Gatwick to Toronto• 13 nights’ accommodations in Durham, York, Leicester and Tunbridge Wells• Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 5 dinners• Scenic drives of the Lake District, North York Moors, Cambridge and South Downs National Park• View Housesteads Roman Fort – Hadrian’s Wall, and the Magna Carta• Visit Roman Vindolanda Fort and Museum, National Civil War Centre (Newark), Ironbridge Gorge, Battle of Bosworth Field, Imperial Air War Museum (Duxford), Bletchley Park, Homes of General Wolfe and Winston Churchill (Westerham, Kent) National Maritime Museum (Greenwich), Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, and the 1066 Battle of Hastings site• Visit Captain Cook Memorial and Whitby Castle, Castle Howard, Leicester Cathedral, Bodiam Castle, Leeds Castle and King Richard III Visitor Centre• Orientation of York• Entrance fees to attractions

$6,099 pp Double $7,129 Single

14 Nights | 19 Meals | Moderate

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(Limited availability)

Ask about an Early Booking Bonus!

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ITALY BELLISSIMOSeptember 28 to October 9

The beauty and grace of Italy is a kaleidoscope of colours, fragrances and tastes, explored on a trip that ventures from the interior to the coast, and the sultry, sun-soaked island of Capri. Tour the thriving city of Rome and marvel at its ancient monuments. Wander through the sun-dappled streets of Capri, gelato in hand, as you discover the hidden highlights of this celebrity hideaway. Later move onto Venice, with its magnificent canals and romantic atmosphere.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Rome• Rome sightseeing tour, including visits to St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum• Visit to the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino• Guided tour of excavations in Pompeii • Isle of Capri orientation, including views of the Faraglioni Rocks • Sightseeing tour of Assisi, including St. Francis’ Basilica• Be My Guest Dining at a farmhouse set amid a beautiful olive grove in Tuscany• Visit to Pisa to view the Leaning Tower and the Duomo• Florence sightseeing tour • Visit the medieval city of Siena, famous for the ‘Palio’ horse race• Gratuities to the Trafalgar Tour Director and coach driver

$5,299 pp Double

$5,969 Single

$5,169 pp Triple


RETURNING FAVE

Be My GuestJoin the Callistri family at their ‘borgo’ in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian meal, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards.

Cultural InsightsWitness the exquisite crafts of inlaid wood in Sorrento, glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries.

Local SpecialistsFor included sightseeing in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence.

Ask about an Early Payment Discount!

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A TASTE OF ICELANDOctober 6 to 13

Iceland is perhaps the obvious destination for people looking for the unexpected. Something that is just a little out of the ordinary. The locals are warm and welcoming, the nature is rugged and beautiful, the culture is rich and appealing but nothing is really quite what you would expect. Come and join us on an expedition of discovery and find out why people find Iceland so special.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Reykjavik• Three nights’ accommodation in Reykjavik• Three nights in countryside hotels• Breakfast and dinner daily in Iceland• Guided tour of Reykjavik• Visit to the Northern Lights Centre, Reykjavik

• Visit to the LAVA Centre• Northern Light viewing (conditions permitting)• Guided visit to the Skogar Museum• Geothermal bakery experience at Laugarvatn Fontana• Blue Lagoon bathing• Private touring with a local guide and private coach



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Saturday, October 6 – Depart CanadaMeet your fellow travellers at the CAA Thorold office and depart for the Toronto International Airport for our overnight flight to Reykjavik.

Sunday, October 7 – Arrive ReykjavikAfter arrival, transfer to Reykjavik city and enjoy a welcome breakfast. Check into the hotel. B, D

Monday, October 8 – Reykjavik Sightseeing Today, embark on a city sightseeing tour and take in all the city’s major attractions: Old Town Centre, Parliament, the Cathedral, Reykjavik harbour, Pearl Hofoi House, Hallgrimskirkja (Cathedral) and Harpa Concert Hall. Drive pass Árbæjarsafn Outdoor Museum, where preserved buildings offer a fascinating glimpse into Reykjavík’s past. End at the Northern Lights Centre in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is at your leisure. B, D

Tuesday, October 9 – Thingvellir – Geysir – Gullfoss Drive to Thingvellir National Park (UNESCO) where the world’s oldest parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake. Then proceed to Laugarvatn Fontana, a geothermal bakery. Continue to the geothermal fields of Geysir with bubbling mud pools and high spouting Strokkur hot spring before visiting the dramatic two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall. B, D

Wednesday, October 10 – South Shore – Eyjafjallajokull Volcano Spend this day exploring the region close to the towering, strato-volcano Eyjafjallajokull. At the new LAVA Centre, see the eruption and its impact. Along the south shore, stop at the Seljalandsfoss and

Skogafoss waterfalls and Reynisfjara beach, viewing the extraordinary rock formations. Next, a guided tour around Skogar Museum, a cultural heritage collection of 15,000 regional folk craft artifacts. Note: Northern Lights viewing on foot, on one of the two evenings, conditions permitting. B, D

Thursday, October 11 – Skaftafell National Park – Jokulsarlon Glacial LagoonSkaftafell National Park is one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty dominated by the glacier Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest ice cap. Continue to Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon where you can enjoy a breath-taking sight of floating icebergs on the fantastic 180m deep glacial lagoon. B, D

Friday, October 12 – Hveragerdl – Blue Lagoon – Reykjavik Visit the village of Hveragerdi, often called “the flower village” because of its many greenhouses heated by hot water from nearby springs. Continue to Strandarkirkja, a church popularly believed to have a special power to aid success or provide good luck. Then drive to the Reykjanes peninsula, to enjoy a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon, a unique wonder of nature with pleasantly warm mineral rich geothermal water in a middle of a black lava field. Return to Reykjavik and enjoy a farewell dinner this evening. B, D

Saturday, October 13 – Depart for Canada Morning is free. Afternoon transfer to the airport for our return flight home. B

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CHRISTMAS MARKETS DANUBE RIVER CRUISENovember 28 to December 9

Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on display for your pleasure: Budapest’s Vörösmarty Square, where all products sold in the market are guaranteed as traditionally handmade; Vienna with its impressive markets that seem to majestically appear around every corner; Nuremberg’s festive Christkindlesmarkt, the largest and oldest Christmas Market in Germany; and Regensburg’s Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle, considered one of Bavaria’s most beautiful and romantic—along with many others throughout your journey—are yours to explore. Sparkling lights, enticing smells of hot-mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, sausages and sweet treats of every kind, and timeless wonders are a feast for all your senses.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• One night accommodation in Budapest with breakfast• Seven nights’ accommodation in an outside stateroom onboard the AmaViola• All meals on board the ship• Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner• Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast• Daily entertainment including cultural performances• Immersive tours with personal headset• Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options• Transfer from Nuremberg via Nuremberg Christmas Market to Prague• Two nights’ accommodations in Prague with breakfast daily• City tour of Prague• 50 CAA Dollars per member

11 Nights | Moderate

NEW!

AA $6,859BA $6,359CA $5,599

AB $6,599BB $6,099

To be added:

Return airfare, Toronto to Budapest/ Prague to Toronto

(price available February 1)Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Third and single rates available upon request.

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ALASKA’S INSIDE PASSAGEJuly 13 to 21

YUKON & ALASKA CRUISE TOURAugust 14 to 25

Journey through the fabled Inside Passage onboard Holland America Line’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam and experience the rugged frontier beauty of Alaska. Get to know Alaska as few ever do. Join CAA Tuxedo Tours on a voyage to a land unparalleled in its natural beauty and charm; a land that will capture your soul and bid you to return time and again.

Journey deep into the Great White North on this itinerary that offers the perfect combination of cruising and land touring. Ride the railcars of the award-winning McKinley Explorer Rail and the Historic White Pass rail. While on land, cruise the Yukon River, enjoy Fairbanks, Dawson City and Whitehorse with the professional service of a Journey Host. Then board Holland America Line’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from CAA Thorold office• Airfare with taxes, Toronto to Vancouver• All transfers in Vancouver• One night accommodation in Vancouver, including breakfast• Vancouver city tour

• Seven nights’ stateroom accommodation • All meals and entertainment onboard ship• $50 USD p.p. shipboard credit • 50 CAA Dollars® per Member

Highlights & Inclusions

• Roundtrip airport transfers from CAA Thorold office• Airfare with taxes, Toronto to Anchorage / Vancouver to Toronto• Flight from Fairbanks to Dawson City• All transfers in Anchorage and Vancouver• Luxury motor coach touring on land • One night accommodation in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Whitehorse• Two nights’ accommodation in Denali National Park and Dawson City

• McKinley Explorer Rail and the Historic White Pass Rail• Lunch onboard the McKinley Explorer and in Minto• Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8 Tour and Klondike Spirit Cruise• Four nights’ stateroom accommodation • All meals and entertainment onboard ship• $50 USD p.p. shipboard credit • Journey Host on the land portion• 50 CAA Dollars® per Member

Neptune Suite

SA $6,839SC $6,359

Interior Stateroom

J $3,849L $3,779

Ocean View Stateroom(Partial Sea View)

G $4,189

Verandah Stateroom

VA $4,899 VB $4,869

Neptune Suite

SB $7,699

Interior Stateroom

I $5,949J $5,899

Ocean View Stateroom

C $6,379D $6,329

Verandah Stateroom

VB $6,729 VC $6,689

Cruise Alaska

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Third, fourth and single rates available upon request.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Third, fourth and single rates available upon request.

Signature Suite

SY $7,129

Easy

Moderate

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ONTARIO MYSTERY TOURMay

Our Ontario Mystery Tour awaits to take you to a new destination! Where are we going? It’s a mystery! What are the attractions? They’re a mystery. We can’t say much but you can bet you’ll have a blast. Just sit back and let the adventure begin!

Highlights & Inclusions• Two nights’ accommodation• Breakfast daily• Lunch and/or dinner daily• Sightseeing, admission and entertainment

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$699 pp Double

$679 pp Triple

$659 pp Quad

$899 Single

2 Nights | 5 Meals | Easy

Ontario is the third largest theatre centre in the English speaking world, so it’s no wonder our Summer Theatre trips have become a tradition! What a great way to enjoy a short summer getaway. They say that all the world’s a stage – time to participate! Explore quaint towns and enjoy three wonderful theatre productions!

Highlights & Inclusions• Two nights’ accommodation in Orillia • Breakfast daily and two lunches• Performance of “Out of Order” – English comedy• Performance of “The World Goes Round” – Broadway songs, musical• Performance of “Plaza Suite” – Neil Simon comedy • Luncheon cruise on the Segwun in Gravenhurst• Guided tour of the Ontario Provincial Police Museum

$789 pp Double

$769 pp Triple

$749 pp Quad

$969 Single


SUMMER THEATRE TOURJuly 17 to 19

Oh, Canada!

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AGAWA CANYON FALL TRAIN TOURSeptember 19 to 23September 26 to 30Welcome aboard one of the most spectacular train excursions in North America! Travel over towering trestles, alongside pristine northern lakes, and through the awesome granite rock formations of the Canadian Shield. Visit Science North and enjoy the fall colours on a lovely luncheon cruise on the Muskoka Trent-Severn Waterway. Stop at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh for a farm wagon tour.

Highlights & Inclusions• Two nights’ accommodation in Sault Ste. Marie• One night accommodation in Sudbury and North Bay• Breakfast daily and two lunches, including box lunch onboard the Agawa Canyon train• Fall colours Muskoka luncheon cruise• Breathtaking full-day train excursion through Agawa Canyon• Admission to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre and Science North• Tour of Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh in Bala

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$1,199 pp Double

$1,149 pp Triple

$1,119 pp Quad

$1,579 Single


EXPERIENCE NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR July 25 to August 5

From colourful St. John’s, through picturesque villages, to the rugged tip of the Western Arm, discover a land that is truly a world unto itself. Come to The Rock this summer. Meet the people and listen to the stories of their beloved island. See it, feel it, taste it, live it!

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Airfare with taxes Toronto to Deer Lake / St. John’s to Toronto• Deluxe coach transportation, air-conditioned and washroom equipped• Eleven nights’ accommodation with breakfast daily• Eight lunches and three dinners, including a traditional Newfoundland dinner• Services of a local Newfoundland guide with gratuities• Sightseeing in Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site• Tour of Bonne Bay (weather permitting)• Visit to L’Anse Aux Meadows, Sir Wilfred Grenfell Mission and Ryan Premises• Return ferry crossing to Labrador• Tour of Red Bay Basque Whaling station and excursions to Twillingate, Trinity, Bonavista and Cape Spear• Whale/puffin boat tour (weather permitting)• Entrance to National Historic sites• Sightseeing tour of historic St. John’s



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CELEBRATE CANADA’S CAPITALAugust 3 to 6

Ottawa, Canada’s capital at the heart of our country, is a dynamic vibrant showcase of more than a million people. It’s a place to be captivated by the architectural splendor of the Parliament Buildings; discover Canada’s proud heritage, with impressive national sites and famous landmarks. Come along to enjoy our country’s capital!

Highlights & Inclusions• Three nights accommodation at the downtown Courtyard Marriott Hotel• Breakfast daily• Guided city tour of Ottawa• Visit to the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian Museum of Nature• Visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables• Guided tour of Parliament Centre Block and the changing of the guards • View the sound and light show on Parliament Hill

Optional visit to the Canadian War Museum (admission fee extra)

$937 pp Double

$907 pp Triple

$897 pp Quad

$1,267 Single


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Friday, August 3A morning departure to Ottawa begins our celebration of Canada’s capital! We expect a late afternoon arrival to our downtown Ottawa hotel, conveniently located in the historical Byward Market, near the Parliament Buildings and the Rideau Centre Shopping Mall. The evening is free.

Saturday, August 4Following breakfast, depart with a local guide to learn about and appreciate our capital city. After lunch, visit the home of the RCMP Stables – a proud Canadian tradition. Tonight, weather permitting, view the Parliament Hill sound and light show, an amazing and historic experience. B

Sunday, August 5After breakfast, leave for the newly renovated Canadian Museum of History, whose motto is “Your Country” “Your History” “Your Museum”. Enjoy a guided tour of this prestigious museum. In the afternoon, experience the Canadian Museum of History with a guided tour of three galleries. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon and the evening is free for new Ottawa experiences. B

Monday, August 6 Before saying farewell to this amazing city, we meet our knowledgeable guide for a tour of the Centre Block at the Parliament Building before its closure for renovation in September. See the Eternal Flame and view the Changing of the Guards. We return home with cherished memories of our wonderful capital! B

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JOURNEY TO EASTERN CANADAAugust 28 to September 6

Journey to the sea for breathtaking beauty and homespun hospitality. Explore unspoiled landscapes and quaint fishing villages. Experience Prince Edward Island, the Cabot Trail, Halifax (including Peggy’s Cove), Moncton and the Bay of Fundy.

$3,499 pp Double

$3,299 pp Triple

$3,199 pp Quad

$4,499 Single


Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office • Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Moncton/Halifax to Toronto• Nine nights’ accommodation in Moncton, Charlottetown, Sydney and Halifax• Breakfast daily and three lunches• Famous P.E.I. lobster dinner and farewell dinner in Halifax• Guided tours of Hopewell Rocks, P.E.I., scenic Cabot Trail and Halifax• Entrance to P.E.I. National Park and Cape Breton Highlands• Visit to Peggy’s Cove, Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, and Grand Pre-National Historic Site• Visit to the Piping College and Bottle Houses, PEI• P.E.I. ferry and Confederation Bridge crossing (subject to change)

Tuesday, August 28 Arrive at Moncton airport, situated in Southeastern New Brunswick, for our two night stay.

Wednesday, August 29This morning, enjoy a guided visit to The Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal Exploration Site. Hopewell Rocks are also called the Flowerpot Rocks which were caused by the tidal erosion. B

Thursday, August 30This morning, we cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island on our way to Piping College in Summerside. Next, we visit the Bottle Houses and Gardens, one of the longest standing tourism attractions in PEI. We then check into our hotel in Charlottetown, our home for the next two nights. B, D

Friday, August 31This morning, meet our step-on guide for a tour of the historic Charlottetown. Visit the Harbour in North Rustico, travel to Prince Edward Island National Park, tour Anne of Green Gables Heritage Home and the Farmers Bank of North Rustico. And then, travel to New Glasgow. B, L

Saturday, September 1 Following an early breakfast, we leave for Wood’s Island Ferry. We arrive in Cape Breton, our home away from home for the next two nights. B

Sunday, September 2 Today, we leave for the Cabot Trail, one of the world’s most scenic destinations. Our local step-on guide will be delighted to show you the beauty and wonderment of the Cabot Trail. B, L

Monday, September 3 This morning, we are off to visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. After the tour we start back for Halifax with a small surprise along the way. B

Tuesday, September 4 This morning, we meet our step on guide for a three-hour tour of Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. After the tour, we will have lunch at Peggy’s Cove. Later in the afternoon you will be free to explore more of the beautiful city of Halifax. B, L

Wednesday, September 5 Following breakfast, we visit to Pier 21 where thousands of immigrants entered Canada to find a better life. If time permits we may do a short excursion to Lunenburg. Tonight, enjoy our farewell dinner before saying a final goodbye to Halifax. B, D

Thursday, September 6 Following breakfast, we visit the Grand-Pre National Historic Site which commemorates the Nova Scotian Acadian settlement before their deportation by the British. We now say our final goodbyes before returning home B

Quebec City, the only walled city north of Mexico, is proud of a history blending French and English influences – from the Martello Towers, the stone walls that encircle the old city, to the Citadele, which keeps watch over the St. Lawrence River. Experience the history with a stay at the famous Hotel Manoir Victoria, situated in the heart of Old Quebec, at the Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, inspired by the chateaux of the Swiss Alps where our Prime ministers met, and at the Fairmont Tremblant, a resort nestled in the heart of a European style village at the foot of the legendary Mont Tremblant.

Highlights & Inclusions• Two nights’ accommodation at the Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello• Two nights’ accommodation at the Hotel Manoir Victoria• Two nights’ accommodation at the Fairmont Tremblant• Buffet breakfast daily and two dinners• Guided tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac • Guided tour of Quebec City and Mont Tremblant area• Guided tour of Parc Omega, Montebello• Guided tour of Manoir Papineau National Historic Site

CHATEAUX AND MANOIRS OF QUEBECOctober 12 to 18

$1,999 pp Double

$1,939 pp Triple

$1,899 pp Quad

$2,849 Single


Friday, October 12A morning departure begins this journey to the Fairmont Tremblant, located in the breath-taking area of the Laurentians. Built in 1997, with the concept of a modern-day chateau, it is situated in harmony with its natural surrounding and colourful pedestrian village. D

Saturday, October 13After breakfast, enjoy a morning guided tour of the Mont-Tremblant area in the Laurentians, where nature is blissful and bountiful. The afternoon is free to explore the pedestrian village featuring French inspired architecture. B

Sunday, October 14Today, travel to historical Quebec City. Upon arrival, enjoy a tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. Then we proceed to the Hotel Manoir Victoria. Constructed originally in 1830, the Manoir has been rebuild twice due to fires in the 1900’s and now is considered the pearl of lodging. Tonight, is free to enjoy the ambiance of Old Quebec City. B

Monday, October 15 We begin the day with a guided sightseeing tour of Quebec City, including Place d’Armes, The Plains of Abraham, The Joan of Arc Garden, Place Royal and more. The afternoon is at your leisure. B

Tuesday, October 16 A morning departure begins today’s journey to the Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, that was inspired by the chateaux of the Swiss Alps, and constructed with 10,000 red cedar logs, all cut and set by hand. B

Wednesday, October 17 After breakfast, depart for Parc Omega where we will board the park’s bus and enjoy a guided tour of this beautiful park. After this enjoyable morning, travel to the grand estate of Louis-Joseph Papineau, the man who became a leading figure in Canadian politics. You will be greeted at the manor as guests would have been back in the 19th century to enjoy a guided tour. B, D

Thursday, October 18 On this final leg of our memorable holiday, we make our way home with many happy memories, great photos and newfound friends. B

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United States

A TASTE OF NEW ORLEANSMay 6 to 10

Journey through the Old South, with its vast plantations, antebellum mansions and measured pace of life. Explore the Garden District, the Riverwalk Marketplace and the French Quarter. Enjoy Creole cooking, an overstuffed po’boy and a beignet at Café du Monde – the original French Market coffee stand. Visit the Oak Alley Plantation and enjoy a steamboat dinner cruise along the Mississippi.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to New Orleans• Four nights’ accommodation in the French Quarter• Buffet breakfast daily• City tour of New Orleans• Guided tour of the Nottoway Plantation Mansion with lunch• Guided tour of Oak Alley Plantation• Steamboat dinner cruise on the Mississippi River and a narrated Louisiana Swamp Tour• All transfers in New Orleans

$2,139 pp Double

$2,039 pp Triple

$1,989 pp Quad

$2,489 Single


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A TASTE OF CHICAGOAugust 21 to 24

Known as the “Windy City”, Chicago is the cultural centre of the Midwest. Located along Lake Michigan’s shoreline, the city offers world class architecture, shopping, live music and a chance to experience Chicago in the Roaring ‘20’s at Tommy Gun’s Garage dinner theatre. There is free time to explore the city, steps away from your downtown hotel.

Highlights & Inclusions• Three nights’ accommodation at the Springhill Suites Downtown Chicago• Breakfast daily• Tommy Gun’s Garage dinner theatre• Untouchable sightseeing tour of Chicago• Narrated Architectural Cruise on the Chicago River

$1,099 pp Double

$1,059 pp Triple

$1,039 pp Quad

$1,599 Single


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$799 pp Double

$769 pp Triple

$749 pp Quad

$1,079 Single


OHIO’S AMISH COUNTRYJune 5 to 8

Explore the unique culture of the Amish with a visit to Central Ohio, home of the largest Amish community in the USA. In our fast-paced world of high technology, Ohio’s Amish Country offers a step back in time of a much simpler and peaceful way of life. You’ll be drawn to the Amish way of life for its simplicity, and strong religious and family values. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, visit an Amish farm, savour homemade foods and listen for the clip-clop of a horse and buggy. You’re invited to come to Ohio’s Amish Country with us!

Highlights & Inclusions• Three nights’ accommodation at Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek • Breakfast daily• Three dinners, including one at an Amish home• Guided tour of the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center• Tour of the Amish countryside with local guide• Visit to the Warther Museum• Performance of “Home Game” at the Ohio Star Theatre• Viist to Heini’s Cheese Chalet and Coblentz Collar Leather Shop• Viist to Lehman’s Hardware Store and Amish Broom Maker

RETURNING FAVE

Tuesday, June 5This morning, cross into New York State on our way to Ohio. In the afternoon, visit the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center to witness the history of the Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites on Behalt – one of four cycloramas in North America. Later, we check into the Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek, our home for the next three nights. D

Wednesday, June 6Following breakfast, visit the Lamp and Light for a demonstration of how elaborate candles are created. Visit Lehman’s Hardware Store, a retail store originally specializing in products used by the Amish community, that has now become known worldwide as a source for non-electric goods. In the afternoon, enjoy the performance of “The Home Game - A Son’s Journey, A Father’s Hope.” Filled with laughter and drama,

this production is sure to hit it out of the park! Later tour one of Ohio’s best kept secrets – The Warther Museum. This museum is dedicated to wood-carver “Mooney” Warther. The kitchen cutlery factory located next door is where “old world” craftsmanship and high quality materials are used to make the knives. B, D

Thursday, June 7Today, our local guide will introduce us to the Amish Cottage Industries, from Heini’s Cheese Chalet and Coblentz Leather Shop to an Amish Broom Maker. Dinner tonight is at an Amish home. B, D

Friday, June 8 Following breakfast, it is time to start for home with our memories and experiences. B

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NASHVILLE GETAWAYOctober 21 to 24

Nashville is the capital of the state of Tennessee. Legendary country music venues include the Grand Ole Opry House, home of the famous “Grand Ole Opry” stage and radio show. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and historic Ryman Auditorium are Downtown, as is the District, featuring honky-tonks with live music and the Johnny Cash Museum, celebrating the singer’s life.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Nashville• Three nights’ accommodations in downtown Nashville• Breakfast daily, one lunch and one dinner• Guided sightseeing tour of Nashville• Visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and RCA Studio B• Ticket to the Grand Ole Opry show• Visit to the Nashville’s Honky Tonk Highway• All transfers in Nashville

$2,099 pp Double

$1,999pp Triple

$1,939 pp Quad

$2,649 Single


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LANCASTER AMISH WITH “JESUS”October 9 to 12

Travel to the heart of Lancaster County, known for its Amish and Mennonite population, picturesque farms, and heaping platters of Pennsylvania Dutch food. See a new production entitled“Jesus” at the Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre. Tour the area and enjoy a guided visit at the Ephrata Cloister, a religious community established in 1732 at Ephrata. Later, see a matinee performance of “The Home Game” at the Bird in Hand Theatre. There is still time for shopping at the Outlet Center and to indulge your sweet tooth at Hershey’s Chocolate World!

Highlights & Inclusions• Three nights accommodation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania• Buffet breakfast and lunch or dinner daily• Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre production of “Jesus” • Guided tour of the Ephrata Cloister• Tour of Lancaster area• “The Home Game” performance at the Bird in Hand Theatre• Optional shopping at Tanger Outlet Center Lancaster• Visit to Hershey’s Chocolate World

$889 pp Double

$849 pp Triple

$829 pp Quad

$1,139 Single


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CANYON COUNTRY, USAOctober 22 to 30

Visit Grand Canyon National Park, the crown jewel of Arizona! Tour Bryce and Zion Canyons, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, cruise Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, and come away with a greater appreciation of nature. Enjoy Las Vegas, a place where you can let loose and relax. A world-famous gambling destination with a surprising urban vibe and artistic side.

Highlights & Inclusions• Roundtrip airport transfers from the CAA Thorold office• Return airfare with taxes, Toronto to Phoenix / Las Vegas to Toronto• Two nights’ accommodation in Las Vegas• Two nights’ accommodation in Grand Canyon Village and Page• One night accommodation in Sedona and East Bryce Canyon City• Breakfast daily and three lunches• Three dinners, including a traditional Navajo dancing dinner show

• Visit Zion National Park and Grand Canyon National Park• Guided tours of Sedona, Monument Valley Tribal Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and Hoover Dam• Narrated Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon cruise • Experience Utah’s Little Hollywood • Entrance fees to the National Parks

Note: Elevation up to 2700 metres

Pricing available March 1, 2018


Monday, October 22Travel day to Sedona, Arizona. We check into our hotel in Sedona for the night.

Tuesday, October 23This morning, enjoy a tour of Sedona with a local guide and in late afternoon, leave for the Grand Canyon South Rim, for our two nights stay. B, D

Wednesday, October 24We begin our full Grand Canyon adventure with the Grand Canyon IMAX movie. We will explore the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park with picture stops. The afternoon is free. B, L

Thursday, October 25 Our destination today is Page, Arizona. Enjoy lunch and shopping at the Historic Cameron Post. After lunch, travel through part of the Painted Desert. In late afternoon, enjoy a narrated cruise on Lake Powell in the amazing, breathless Antelope Canyon. Then it is off to our “home away from home” for the next two nights. This evening, enjoy a dinner show featuring traditional Navajo dancing and food. B, D

Friday, October 26Today, travel to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park where we will be captivated by the classic

southwestern scenery of flat-topped sandstone mesas and buttes that was the backdrop for many Hollywood Westerns. Lunch and a guided tour are included. B, L

Saturday, October 27This morning, travel to the Bryce Canyon National Park with a luncheon stop in Kanab, Utah, known as “Utah’s Little Hollywood”. We continue to Bryce Canyon National Park for a guided tour of its crimson-colored hoodoos and spire-shaped rock formations. B, L, D

Sunday, October 28Today’s adventure is at Zion National Park in the Southwestern corner of Utah. Enjoy the narrated commentaries on the local shuttles. In mid-afternoon, we leave for Las Vegas, a fascinating contrast to our road trip around the national parks, where we will spend our next two nights. B

Monday, October 29This morning, enjoy a tour to Hoover Dam (restrictions apply). The afternoon is free B

Tuesday, October 30We fly homeward with everlasting memories of a scenic holiday. B

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$1,549 pp Double

$1,449 pp Triple

$1,399 pp Quad

$1,899 Single


MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTMAS November 25 to December 2

Myrtle Beach is a delightful vacation destination any time of the year, but is especially attractive during Christmas season. See Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and countless sparkling lights. Walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, hear the sounds of hand bells ringing, carolers singing, and celebrate the season. Enjoy spectacular Christmas shows at the renowned theatres.

Highlights & Inclusions• Five nights’ ocean front accommodation in Myrtle Beach• Two nights’ in Beckley, WV• Breakfast daily and four dinners• Pirates Voyage Dinner and Christmas Show• The Alabama Theatre “South’s Grandest Christmas Show”• The Carolina Opry Christmas Show• Legends in Concert Christmas Show• Brookgreen Garden “Night of a Thousand Candles”• Optional shopping excursions including Barefoot Landing

Note: Featured show listings and times are subject to change without notice. CAA Tuxedo Tours reserves the right to substitute shows when necessary.

Sunday, November 25This morning, we cross into New York State on our way to West Virginia, arriving at our hotel in late afternoon.

Monday, November 26Following breakfast, we travel south through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and arriving in Myrtle Beach for the next five nights. B, D

Tuesday, November 27The morning is free. This afternoon, enjoy the “Legends in Concert Christmas Show” with dinner following the show. B, D

Wednesday, November 28 A free day to enjoy the hotel, beach, or play a round of golf. An optional excursion is planned to a local mall for shopping and groceries. This evening, “Christmas at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show” celebrates all things that make the holidays special. B, D

Thursday, November 29 This morning, an optional excursion is planned to Barefoot Landing. In the afternoon, enjoy the “Carolina Opry Christmas Special”.In late afternoon, be awed by the “Night of One

Thousand Candles” as Brookgreen Garden comes to life amid the soft glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and countless sparkling lights. Walk the paths with a warm cup of hot cider and hear the carolers celebrating the season. B, D

Friday, November 30 Enjoy an optional morning visit to Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, offering shopping, attractions and restaurants. In the afternoon, “South’s Grandest Christmas Show” at the Alabama Theatre instills the true meaning of a family Christmas with its combination of traditional Christmas classics and contemporary holiday songs. B, D

Saturday, December 1 We depart beautiful Myrtle Beach to begin our journey to Beckley, West Virginia for an overnight stay. B

Sunday, December 2 Following breakfast, we continue our way home with a stop at the Duty-Free Shop. We arrive home in the early evening with wonderful memories of Myrtle Beach. B

$949 pp Double

$919 pp Triple

$899 pp Quad

$1,399 Single

3 Nights | Easy

A TASTE OF NEW YORK CITYNovember 18 to 21

Enjoy an unforgettable experience in the city that never sleeps! Explore New York’s wonders as it prepares for the holiday season. On a guided tour, see Central Park, Chinatown, Wall Street, Soho, Ground Zero and much more. Located in midtown Manhattan, our hotel is just steps away from shopping, theatre, museums and many famous landmarks. It’s magical time of the year in the Big Apple!

Highlights & Inclusions• Three nights’ accommodation at the Novotel New York Hotel in midtown Manhattan• Guided sightseeing tour of New York City

Optional visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum, with transportation – $32 CADMust be booked and paid prior to departure

HAWAIIAN ISLAND CRUISEApril 1 to 14, 2019

Whether you are a new visitor or a returning one, the Hawaiian Islands offer an experience like no other. Spend five nights in Honolulu, exploring much of what the island of Oahu has to offer. Enjoy seven nights onboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America. Cruise from one exotic island to the next and capture the true spirit and soul of Hawaii.

Visit the exciting ports of Hilo and Kona on the big island of Hawaii, and spend overnights onboard the ship in both Maui and Kauai. Take a helicopter ride over an active volcano, relax on the beautiful beaches, or hike up a waterfall – spend time in paradise!

12 Nights | Easy

For full details and pricing, see flyer

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HOW TO BOOK: Reservations may be made through any CAA Niagara office. A non-refundable deposit is due at time of booking. Balance of payment is due 60 or 90 days prior to departure. Bookings made after this date will require full payment at time of booking.

PRICES: All pirces in this brochure are in Canadian dollars, unless otherwise stated, and include all applicable taxes, fees and port charges. Prices are based on December 1, 2017 contract rates and are subject to change should currencies fluctuate or surcharge be imposed.

LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS: The Ontario government requires that we advise anyone travelling outside Ontario that there are many different living standards and practises outside your home, including accommodation, provision of utilities such as water, electricity, preparation of food, etc. To have an enjoyable vacation, we recommend that you discuss the relevant customs of the country you will be visiting with your travel agent and/or the destination Tourist Board or Consulate.

RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY: CAA Travel agencies have made arrangements in this tour folder with tour companies, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, coach lines and railway companies. Each company has its own terms and conditions for doing business and you will be bound by them. CAA Travel agency accepts no responsibility for the acts and omissions of any of the above companies other than CAA Travel Agency and their employees. Tour companies have specific regulations governing the carriage of individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability, please advise your CAA agent so that appropriate arrangements may be made on your behalf to ensure the best possible vacation experience. Rates are based on December 1, 2017 contract rates and, depending on currency fluctuations, are subject to change. All hotels are subject to change. In the event that a tour is cancelled, CAA will have no further responsibility beyond the refund of all monies paid by passengers. This will constitute full settlement. Tours are arranged on a minimum number of passengers and a CAA escort will accompany the group once our minimums are met. CAA reserves the right to cancel a tour or substitute services or modify the itinerary as required. In all cases, the substitution willl be comparable or superior.

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CANCELLATION CHARGES

Should it be necessary to cancel your trip prior to departure, the following penalties will apply:

Cruises & Rail Tour:90 days or more prior Deposit non-refundable89 to 60 days prior 50% non-refundable59 to 0 days prior 100% non-refundable

All Other Multi-Day Tours:60 days or more prior Deposit non-refundable59 to 30 days prior 50% non-refundable29 to 0 days prior 100% non-refundable

The day of departure is excluded when calculating cancellation charges. CAA strongly recommends the purchase of cancellation insurance.

CAA Niagara Branches:Grimsby - 155 Main St. ENiagara Falls - 6788 Thorold Stone Rd.St. Catharines - 76 Lake St.Thorold - 3271 Schmon Pkwy. Welland - 440 Niagara St.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Day Tours

We have a spectacular lineup of day tours planned for 2018. From theatre productions to sporting events and more, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

For a list of 2018 Day Tours, visit caaniagara.ca/tuxedotours, call 905-322-2712 or visit your local CAA Niagara Branch.

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