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CAPITOL TOURS 16 Presley Park Dr. PO Box 58 Makanda, IL 62958 217-529-8166 or 800-252-8924 618-549-0704
One Day Get-A-Way Policies ******** Capitol Tours appreciates your participation in our one-day trip program. Please note the following guidelines. For the comfort of all our passengers there will be no smoking allowed on the coach. Our one-day trips depart from the Capital City Shopping Center in Springfield. Fullpayment for a tour must be received within seven (7) days of the reservation. Should you need to cancel your reservation for any reason, please contact our office as soon as possible to see if there is a wait list. There are no refunds on one-day tours unless the tour is full and we are able to re-sell your seat. You may sell or transfer your reservation to another person. If this occurs, please contact our office as soon as possible to change the name (s) on the reservation prior to the trip’s departure. For tours that include specific attractions that are weather or schedule dependent (ie: sporting events, concerts or outdoor attractions) where the possibility exists for cancellation and cancellation does occur, Capitol Tours cannot be held liable nor responsible for refunds for these events once the tour is underway. Passengers may request a refund from the event supplier directly, but transportation fees will not be refunded.
2008 ONE DAY SCHEDULE Departures From Springfield, IL Capital City Shopping Center McDonalds 2008 ONE DAY SCHEDULE
Disney’s High School Musical Sat., Mar. 15 $73 The Ice Tour 12:30PM-9:00PM (C1H) Scottrade Center, St. Louis, MO – Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour, inspired by the hit Disney Channel original movie “High School Musical” and this summer’s highly anticipated “High School Musical 2.” Get’cha head in the game and celebrate the sounds, the songs, the bop and the pop in this all-new ice show starring a cast of world class skaters. Experience the Wildcat frenzy and rock the house in Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour! We have great seats at Scottrade Center, Lower Level Center Ice, section 116, rows M, N & P. Don’t miss out, call early!
Mother’s Day Lunch Cruise Sun., May 11 $69 (C1M) 10:00AM-3:30PM Enjoy this delightful two hour afternoon paddleboat cruise aboard The Spirit of Peoria. It’s all fun, food and song as you float back in time with entertainment by The Peoria Pops Dixieland Band. The lunch buffet includes 3 main entrees, vegetables, potato, salad, dessert, coffee and tea. Cash bar is available.
Long Grove Village Sat., May 31 $69 (C1LG) 7:00 AM-9:00PM Welcome to the little town that time forgot, Long Grove, IL. Amidst progress this village has long kept its European charm alive. Settlers came to Long Grove in 1838, once called Muttersholz after their European home. The original blacksmiths, grist mills and dairies may be a thing of the past, but their structures now house a myriad of intriguing specialty stores, quaint shops, cafes, restaurants and buildings to tour. The day is free for you to enjoy at your leisure.
Fairmount Park Horse Racing Tues., Jun 10 $59 (C1FP) 9:30 AM-7:30PM Collinsville, IL - Come and enjoy a day at the races. We have reserved a great seat for you and have included an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch.
Choice of Chicago Sat., June 21 $59 (C1C) 6:00AM-10:00PM Choose your favorite attraction in Chicago - shopping, Navy Pier, Museum Campus or Museum of Science & Industry. Transportation only. Chicago’s Museum Campus houses the Museum of Natural History (which houses many terrific exhibits on Egypt, the Polynesian cultures, Underground Adventure, some special traveling exhibits and Sue, the world-renowned T-Rex) , or visit Adler Planetarium and the Shedd Aquarium. Enjoy your day at your choice of any of the three museums at this location. We will also offer stops at Museum of Science & Industry, Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. Field Museum has a new exhibit: “Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids”. Take that special little girl to American Girl Place for lunch and shopping.
Fair St. Louis Fri., July 4 $95 Fireworks Cruise 3:00PM-1:00AM (C1S) It’s great dining on the river and boatloads of fun! Enjoy the sights and sounds on the riverfront with time to visit Fair St. Louis before boarding the Becky Thatcher riverboat. Relax in air conditioned comfort as you cruise down the mighty Mississippi. Tour includes: two-hour cruise, reserved seating, spectacular prime rib dinner, and live Dixieland Duo entertainment. After docking you remain on the boat for front row seating to watch the electrifying St. Louis Fireworks. Sign up early! Sold out last year. Unloading zone is considerable walking distance from riverboat boarding.
Cardinals vs Cubs Sun, July 6 $81 (CCB) 11:00AM-7:00PM St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium-game time 2:15 PM. Game times are subject to change due to media coverage possibilities. Because the possibility of change in time is out of our control, Capitol Tours cannot be held responsible for passenger inability to travel due to game time changes. In case of rain, rain checks for the game only will be issued at the stadium’s discretion. Transportation will not be refunded. Seats are in Outfield Loge Section 271 (3rd base line).
Taste Of St. Louis Sat., July 12 $60 (C1S) 7:00 AM-6:45 PM Don’t wait to sign up! This tour sells out fast! Bring your cooler along as well as your appetite today as we enjoy a taste of St. Louis! We will stop at Soulard Market (your cooler will hold your purchases here), then we are off for a tour of Anheuser-Busch Brewery & gift shop. We visit the Clydesdale Stables and Paddock, Beechwood Aging Cellars, Brewhouse, and Bevo Packaging Plant. The tour concludes in the Hospitality Room, where complimentary samples of Anheuser-Busch products are offered. Our next stop is for an included Brunch Buffet at Bevo Mill Restaurant. Menu: roast beef, chicken, fish, vegetables, sauerbraten, Banana Fosters, cheesecakes, French Toast, assorted salads, fresh fruit, assorted desserts, juice, coffee, tea, soda & much more. Then we visit Trader Joe’s – Chesterfield, MO. This store has managed to woo and addict legions of local shoppers with a friendly, knowledgeable staff and low-priced foods and beverages that are organic, gourmet and/or imported. We will end our day with Eckert’s Country Store & Farm – Belleville, IL.
Cardinals vs Cubs Tues., Sept. 9 $81 (CCB) 4:15PM-11:30 PM St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium -game time 7:15 PM. Game times are subject to change due to media coverage possibilities. Because the possibility of change in time is out of our control, Capitol Tours cannot be held responsible for passenger inability to travel due to game time changes. In case of rain, rain checks for the game only will be issued at the stadium’s discretion. Transportation will not be refunded. Seats are in Outfield Loge Section 228 (1st base line).
Tom Sawyer Riverboat Thur., Sept. 25 $119 &Kimmswick, MO 7:30AM-5:30PM (C1K) St. Louis, MO- Take the Tom Sawyer Riverboat on a cruise down the Mississippi from the Gateway Arch to Kimmswick, MO, a quaint riverside town known for its historic homes, shopping, antiques, and the famous Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery. Enjoy the fall colors during your leisurely 2 hour cruise to Kimmswick. Go ashore for an included lunch at the Blue Owl Restaurant, and explore the town on foot before meeting our motorcoach for the drive home.
Rockville Covered Bridge Wed., Oct. 15 $45 (C1CB) 7:00AM-8:00PM Rockville, IN-Transportation to Rockville, IN where you may opt to tour the bridges on one of 5 tours (additional charge; purchase ticket in Rockville), shop in Rockville, or hop a shuttle to Billie Creek Village.
Mansfield Covered Bridge Thurs. Oct. 16 $45 (C1MB) 7:00AM-8:00PM Mansfield, IN-Transportation to Mansfield where you shop for arts and crafts, visit the working grist mill and see the covered bridge on Big Raccoon Creek.
Fall Color and Wine Tour Sun., Oct. 19 $79 (C1FW) 8:00AM-6:00PM Marvel at the breathtaking fall foliage and enjoy three of Missouri’s finest wineries. Beginning with Stone Hill Winery of Hermann, MO we have included lunch: German-style Schnitzel-a breaded pork cutlet, served with delicious sour cream dill sauce, German potato salad, and braised red cabbage. Then we tour Missouri’s oldest and most awarded winery, Stone Hill Winery, with tasting then browse in the Wine & Gift Shop among an array of unique wine-related items. Taking scenic Hwy 100 to Robller Vineyard of New Haven, we sample more local wines. Just west of St. Louis on Hwy 94, Sugar Creek Winery is a favorite gathering place for wine enthusiasts. Sample their world-class wines and relax on the terrace overlooking the stately river bluffs and fields of French and American hybrid grapes. There’s live music in the gazebo, tasty snacks and spirited conversation – a perfect recipe for a memorable outing.
Mall Hopping & Shopping Sat., Nov. 29 $45 (C1MH) 7:00AM-8:00PM St. Louis, MO – Shop 2 malls for “after Thanksgiving sales”. 1st St. Louis Mills (4 hrs); 2nd St. Louis’ premiere shopping center Westfield West County (4 1/2 hrs). What a fun day to shop Nordstrom, Macy’s, JC Penney, Coldwater Creek & more.
Chicago Holiday Shopping Sat., Dec. 6 $55 (C1CS) 6:30AM-10:30PM Chicago, IL- Enjoy the decorations of Chicago! Spend your day shopping the State Street Mall or the North Michigan Ave District.
Galleria Holiday Shopping Sat., Dec. 13 $45 (C1GS) 9:00AM-6:00PM Galleria Mall, St. Louis, MO-This mall features a wide variety of quality retailers to fulfill your every shopping need. You will find more than 165 places to shop. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas while finishing up on those special holiday gifts!
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