A Missouri adventure featuring the Gateway Arch, Mark Twain’s Hannibal, Forest Park, Mississippi River sights, included meals, lodging, and motorcoach transportation.
Departure locations
What's included
- Round-trip motorcoach transportation from North Augusta, Lexington & Charlotte
- 5 nights of comfortable lodging, including:
- 2 en route hotel stays
- 3 nights in the St. Louis area
- 8 Meals Included:
- 5 Breakfasts
- 3 Dinners
- Gateway to the West
- Museum at the Gateway Arch
- Tram ride to the top of the Gateway Arch
- Mississippi River sightseeing cruise
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
- Mark Twain's Hannibal
- Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum
- Historic downtown Hannibal
- Mississippi River views and free time to explore
- Forest Park Favorites
- Choice of the Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum, or Missouri History Museum
- Scheduled motorcoach drop-offs and pickups
- Time to explore at your own pace
- Creative Paducah
- National Quilt Museum
- Time along the historic riverfront
- Relaxed Pace & Great Company
- Regular comfort stops during travel
- A balanced mix of included experiences and free time
Pricing
THE JOURNEY
Itinerary
- Day1
Our Journey West Begins!
Our adventure begins with pickups in North Augusta, Lexington, and Charlotte. Settle into your comfortable motorcoach and enjoy the changing scenery as we make our way into Tennessee. Tonight, relax at our en route hotel and enjoy an included welcome dinner with your fellow travelers. ➡️ A comfortable travel day, new friends, and the excitement of the journey ahead! - Day2
Paducah Creativity & St. Louis Arrival
After breakfast, continue to Paducah, Kentucky, where remarkable works of textile art await at the National Quilt Museum . Enjoy time around the historic riverfront before we continue to the St. Louis area and settle into our hotel for a three-night stay. ➡️ Colorful artistry, riverfront charm, and our first look at the Gateway City! - Day3
The Gateway Arch & Mighty Mississippi
Today we experience St. Louis's most famous landmark. Explore the fascinating Museum at the Gateway Arch , then take the tram to the top for unforgettable views. Later, board a Mississippi River sightseeing cruise and see the Arch and city skyline from the water. We will also visit the magnificent Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis before enjoying an included dinner . ➡️ Incredible views, riverboat scenery, and the story of America's westward journey! - Day4
Mark Twain's Hannibal
Travel north to Hannibal, the Mississippi River town that inspired The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn . Explore the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum , see the historic properties connected to his life and stories, and enjoy free time among downtown shops and river views. A special Mark Twain-themed welcome will be requested for our group. We return to our hotel for an included dinner . ➡️ American stories, small-town charm, and a delightful day beside the Mississippi! - Day5
Choose Your Forest Park Adventure
Spend the morning in magnificent Forest Park , where you can choose the attraction that interests you most. Discover wildlife at the Saint Louis Zoo , admire celebrated collections at the Saint Louis Art Museum , or explore local stories at the Missouri History Museum . General admission is free, and scheduled motorcoach pickups will make exploring easy. After lunch on your own, we begin our journey east and settle into our final overnight hotel in Tennessee. ➡️ Your morning, your choice—animals, art, history, or simply the beauty of Forest Park! - Day6
Homeward Bound
After breakfast, we'll continue home with comfort stops along the way. Return to Charlotte, Lexington, and North Augusta with wonderful memories of Paducah, St. Louis, Hannibal, and the Mighty Mississippi. ➡️ Stories shared, friendships strengthened, and another Sage adventure to remember!
Frequently asked questions
What is your cancellation policy?
Travelers who cancel their booking at least 60 days prior to the trip departure date are eligible for a full refund, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 60 days of the departure date are non-refundable.
If travel insurance was purchased and the reason for cancellation falls under the coverage terms of your policy, you may be able to file a claim to recover eligible costs of the trip, excluding the travel insurance premium. Please refer to the terms and conditions of your travel insurance policy and consult directly with your insurance provider for details regarding coverage and claims.
What if there is inclement weather?
In case of inclement weather, we will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Should rescheduling prove impossible, you will be fully refunded.
Are there any stops scheduled for the bus ride?
Yes! We have stops schedule every 2 to 2.5 hours.
Do you offer luggage handling?
Luggage handling will be provided at your final destination hotel. However, please note that this service will not be available at hotels during your journey to or from the final destination (if there are any). You will be responsible for managing your own luggage throughout these transit periods. For your convenience, we recommend packing a small overnight bag containing essential items such as documents, valuables, and medications for use on these nights.
What hotels will we be staying at?
Hotel details will be provided approximately one month before your trip. Typically, we select nationally recognized mid-tier hotels, such as Best Western, Tru by Hilton, and Country Inn and Suites, based on our previous trips. Rest assured, all accommodations are routinely inspected by our tour company to ensure they meet our high standards of quality and cleanliness.
Disclaimer
Sage Travel Services acts solely as a tour organizer and coordinator. We do not own, operate, or control the motorcoaches, transportation providers, hotels, airlines, restaurants, attractions, or other service providers used in connection with our tours. All such services are provided by independent third-party suppliers.
Sage Travel Services shall not be liable for any injury, loss, damage, delay, inconvenience, accident, mechanical failure, breakdown, traffic condition, weather event, government action, labor dispute, cancellation, act of God, or other occurrence beyond our direct control.
Tour itineraries, schedules, departure and arrival times are subject to change due to operational requirements, safety considerations, or circumstances beyond our control. While we make every reasonable effort to operate tours as planned, we do not guarantee adherence to published schedules or uninterrupted travel.
Participation in any tour involves inherent risks associated with travel and transportation. By booking and participating in a tour, travelers voluntarily assume all such risks.
Any goodwill gestures, credits, or complimentary offers made by Sage Travel Services are provided at the sole discretion of the Company and do not constitute an admission of fault or liability.
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