Rhone River Cruise – Paris to Provence

November 2013
Rhone River Cruise – Paris to Provence
Burgundy & Provence – a River Cruiser’s Delight
Aboard the Avalon Scenery next July we’ll
cruise the Saone River as it meanders
southward through central France and
then flows into the Rhone River near Lyon.
We’ll continue on to the Rhone River’s
mouth at the Mediterranean. An important
trade and transportation route since Greek
times, the Rhone winds through the orchards
and vineyards of Burgundy and Provence—
two of the most scenic regions in France.
Lyon has been central to the history of
French cuisine and wine-making for more
than 2,000 years. The city has magnificent
Roman ruins, winding medieval alleyways,
and exquisite examples of Renaissance
architecture. Lovely Arles is an inspirational
city—Van Gogh spent a very productive year
along its banks, painting more than a dozen
masterpieces, including the one on the
cover of this issue. The city also boasts a
coliseum from Roman times, the church of
St. Trophime, and an ancient Gallo-Roman
burial road.
Double Basis
Cat E Indigo Deck
$5,220
Cat B Sapphire Deck aft
$5,650
Cat A Sapphire Deck forward $5,690
Cat P Royal Deck
$5,810
We’ll cruise past fields of lavender downstream from Lyon and visit Tournon, one
of France's oldest medieval cities. Vienne
and Viviers, quaint villages along the
shores of the Rhone, are surrounded by
breathtaking beauty and bathed in history.
We’ll visit the white-stone city of Avignon
in scenic Provence. Known as the "City of
Popes", it was the center of the Catholic
Church in the 14th century and its papal
palace overlooks the river. Walking tours
of several cities’ Old Towns are included
in your cost; optional tours to vineyards,
wine cellars, museums and a chateau will
also be offered during our journey toward
the Mediterranean.
The Avalon Scenery is a classic riverboat; she
carries 138 passengers in stylish comfort.
Unlike some riverboats, you’ll have dining
options onboard. In addition to the
open-seating main dining room, you may
want to try the regional specialties and
lighter fare offered in the Panorama Bistro;
the open-air Sky Deck Bistro features grilled
meats and local favorites. Afternoon tea is
served daily, and you’ll appreciate the
24-hour self-serve beverage station with
complimentary tea, hot chocolate and coffee.
Daily Itinerary
Jul 7 Jul 8 Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 11 Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 15 Fly Detroit/Paris, France
Chalon-sur-Saone Coach transfer to embarkation point
Tournus – Macon
Walking tour of Tournus
Lyon Walking tour
Lyon
Tournon – Viviers Walking tours of Tournon & Vivier; chocolate tasting
Avignon Walking tour
Arles City tour
Fly Marseilles/Detroit
To view an expanded daily itinerary visit our
website www.nextourtravelclub.com
Accommodation
Avalon Scenery carries 138 passengers in
elegant surroundings with contemporary
decor. Onboard amenities to enhance your
cruise experience include three lounges
and a bar, an Internet corner, Sky Deck
with deck chairs and whirlpool, elevator,
hair salon, library and fitness center.
Included during your cruise are a beverage
station with complimentary tea, hot
chocolate and premium coffees; regional
wines with dinner; onboard lectures,
activities and nightly entertainment;
open-seating dining; and afternoon tea.
Cabin size is 172 sq.ft. Category E cabins
have two high windows and other cabins
have floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors
offering panoramic views. All cabins have
twin beds which convert to one queen bed.
Included Features
• Roundtrip economy class air from
Detroit
• Escorted from Detroit by your NexTour
Leader *
• Airport parking and coach transfer *
• Pre-trip gathering with fellow
NexTourists *
• 7 nights aboard ship, including port
taxes and transfers
Also included onboard are movie nights,
complimentary wifi access, nightly entertainment, lectures which will add to your
cruise experience, and activities such as a
chocolate tasting!
• 21 meals (7 breakfasts, 7 lunches,
7 dinners)
A journey along the Rhone features sweeping
views of lavender fields, rolling hills dotted
• Ship inclusions: wine with dinner, selfservice 24-hour coffee/tea, wi-fi access,
onboard lectures, activities and nightly
entertainment, headsets for guided
shore excursions
Single Basis
$6,590
$7,710
$7,810
$8,120
April 9. A passport valid through
October 15, 2014 is required and is
not included in the published price
of this trip. To view deck plans visit
www.avalonwaterways.com
If this tour has sufficient reservations to confirm by November 18,
those who have signed up by that date will receive an additional
$180 off their final payments.
Note: A deposit of $2,800 per person is required at time of reservation.
Payment is by check or money order only. Cancellation charges of
$1,150 per person will be assessed through Dec 5, $2,800 through
May 8, and no refund is available after May 8. Final payment is due
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with castles and vineyards, and charming
Provencal villages. The art and architecture
of the towns along the riverbanks reflect an
intriguing blend of Celtic, Roman, Greek
and French historical influences. Come
cruise with us and enjoy the scenery from
the Sky Deck of the Avalon Scenery.
The Fine Print: NexTour reserves
the right to assess an additional
fee to cover fuel surcharges and/
or additional charges levied by the
government, vendor or airlines
after the trip proposal was published. Prices herein are at date of
publication and subject to change.
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• Walking tours of Tournus, Lyon, Avignon,
Tournon, Viviers
• City tour of Arles
Our one-stop commercial flight will depart the
evening of Monday, July 7, and return late
afternoon on Tuesday, July 15. Full flight details
will be in your trip documents package.
• Handling of one piece of luggage per
person
*Exclusive NexTour feature
If you wish to make your own air arrangements,
you may deduct $1,715 from the final payment and
you must notify the NexTour office at time of initial
reservation and deposit. If you cannot transfer with
the group at the destination airport upon arrival
or departure, you will be responsible for your own
transfer arrangements and cost.
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St. Croix – Value in the Virgin Islands
March may nominally be part of the
Spring season, but as we Michiganders
know, an early March escape to a warm
Caribbean island is a thing of beauty.
St. Croix is an island paradise complete
with lush hills, warm turquoise water,
a rich history and a wonderful tropical
climate. Year-round average highs are
about 82°F and easterly trade winds keep
the humidity comfortable.
This trip delivers great value and beachfront
rooms at St. Croix’s #1 hotel, as rated by
Trip Advisor, and their Traveler’s Choice
2013 winner. The Palms at Pelican Cove
resort, with eight acres of coconut palms
and white sand beach, offers a change
from the frenetic pace of all-inclusive
resorts. You’ll love the laid back, familyfriendly feeling at The Palms.
Upon arrival, resort guests are greeted
with a complimentary bottle of St. Croix's
most famous export—Cruzan Rum—and the
fragrance of freshly cut flowers, which the
attentive housekeeping staff will place
around your room each day. Because the
beach spans the entire length of The Palms'
property, you will have beautiful beach
and sea views from just about anywhere
on the resort grounds. Take a leisurely
walk, go for a jog, build a sandcastle,
or let the sound of the waves lull you to
sleep as you relax in a lounge chair.
There is a lot to do should you wish to be
active. Snorkeling along the fringes of
Long Reef, which is just a few yards off
shore, is fun and there’s no need to pack
your own gear because The Palms has
complimentary fins, snorkels and masks for
guest use. Most afternoons a resort staff
member leads interested resort guests on
a guided snorkel tour of the reef.
A Klaycote tennis court is available for
hotel guests, and complimentary tennis
racquets and tennis balls are at the front
desk. On weekend nights The Palms often
has live musical entertainment for guests’
enjoyment.
Our included all-day Island tour will show us
the town of Christiansted, whose historic
district features tropical colors, Danish
Caribbean architecture, and a charming
waterfront boardwalk with great shopping
and restaurants. During a stop at the
Cruzan Rum Distillery we’ll sample the
rum they’ve been making since 1650.
We'll visit the town of Frederiksted which
is nicknamed “Freedom City” because
enslaved Africans forced Danish authorities
to declare them emancipated in 1848. At
the St. George Village Botanical Garden
we’ll experience the beauty and brilliant
colors of orchids and hibiscus. At the
Whim Plantation Museum, guides will share
stories of plantation life, and the restored
windmill and sugar factory ruins will be
open for you to explore. St. Croix is a
small island and all attractions are easily
accessible by car or cab. Our resort is only
2.7 miles from downtown Christiansted,
so you’ll be able to return on your own
should you wish.
Combine the allure of a lush US Caribbean
island with a great price and the resort’s
great location and voila! A perfect place
to sun and play while March 2014 comes
in like a lion.
Daily Itinerary
Beachfront Room
Double Basis Single Basis
$2,080
$2,810
Notes: Payment in full is required at time of reservation.
Payment is by check or money order only. Cancellation
charges of $700 per person will be assessed through Dec 20,
and no refund is available after Dec 20. Because the US
Virgin Islands is an unincorporated US territory, citizens are
not required to have a passport. You will need only to present
a government-issued proof of citizenship,such as a birth
certificate, along with a government issued photo ID, such as
a driver’s license. A valid passport is also acceptable as ID.
The Fine Print: NexTour reserves the
right to assess an additional fee to cover
fuel surcharges and/or additional charges
levied by the government, vendor or
airlines after the trip proposal was
published. Prices herein are at date of
publication and subject to change.
Tour cost does not include airline
baggage fees.
Call the NexTour office for triple, quad and child rates.
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Mar 5 Mar 6 Mar 7 Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 10 Fly Detroit/St. Croix, USVI
St. Croix
St. Croix Island tour
St. Croix
St. Croix
St. Croix
Mar 11 Fly St. Croix/Detroit
Accommodation
The Palms at Pelican Cove The 40
beachfront guest rooms are clustered in
two freestanding low-rise buildings
designed with comfort and privacy in mind.
Each guest room has a patio or balcony,
complete with a sea breeze and view of
the sea. The 3.5-star resort has a family
atmosphere, and The Palms’ amenities
include a long stretch of white sandy beach,
great snorkeling, large swimming pool,
restaurant, lively bar, on-site recreational
activities like scuba lessons, yoga, tennis,
and modern amenities including cable TV
and wireless internet. Your room will have
two queens or one king bed.
Included Features
• Roundtrip economy-class air from
Detroit
• Escorted from Detroit by your
NexTour Leader *
• Airport parking and coach transfer *
• 6 nights hotel lodging
• 6 buffet breakfasts
• Full-day island tour
• Hotel Porterage of one piece of luggage
per person
*Exclusive NexTour feature
This one-stop commercial flight will depart earlymorning on Wednesday, March 5, and return late
night on Tuesday, March 11. Full flight details will be
in your trip documents package.
If you wish to make your own air arrangements,
you may deduct $600 from the final payment and
you must notify the NexTour office at time of initial
reservation and deposit. If you cannot transfer with
the group at the destination airport upon arrival
or departure, you will be responsible for your own
transfer arrangements and cost.
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Santa Barbara – Classy Yet Laid Back
Santa Barbara, CA currently markets itself
as ‘The American Riviera’, and we have
to agree that the area’s Mediterranean
climate, stunning mountains-to-the-sea
vistas, and farm-to-table cuisine remind
one of the French Riviera. The city is an
alluring destination: it is compact, walkable,
historic and cultured, and there’s a
picturesque wharf and harbor to boot!
We’ll stay at the Canary Hotel, a luxury
boutique hotel in a great in-town location.
We’ll take a walking tour to familiarize
us with the town’s layout and highlights,
and in your free time you might want to
visit the Santa Barbara Museum of Art,
the Royal Presidio which was a military
fortress built by the Spanish, and Historic
El Paseo, California's first shopping center
(built in the 1920s). These three sites are
within blocks of our hotel.
path at the beach, or head to the Old
Mission Santa Barbara and the Mission
Rose Garden. Be sure to spend time at
the city’s palm-lined beach—take a sunset
stroll along the waterfront, enjoy a
seafood dinner on Stearns Wharf, take
a shoreline cruise or go on a fishing
excursion from the Yacht Harbor. If biking
isn’t your thing, there’s an inexpensive
public shuttle to take you the mile to the
ocean and along the waterfront.
One morning we’ll tour the Casa del Herrero,
a historic Spanish estate and gardens in
Santa Barbara. One evening we‘ll watch
the men of the Ballets Trockadero de
Monte Carlo hilariously parody classical
ballet at the Granada Theatre. Have you
On a day away from Santa Barbara we’ll
explore Solvang, a town settled by Danish
immigrants in 1911. The flatlands and
rolling green hills were so like Denmark
that they built windmills and half-timbered
buildings to remind them of home. We’ll
stop at three wineries for tastings that day,
but if that’s not enough to please your palate
you can follow Santa Barbara’s ‘Urban
Wine Trail’ around town. Learn about
and taste wines of different varieties and
styles crafted from Santa Barbara County’s
best vineyards—the 15 tasting rooms are
within walking distance of each other, or
an easy cab or pedi-cab ride away.
ever seen them perform? If so, you’ll look
forward to an encore and if not, you’re in
for a treat! Each evening our hotel welcomes
guests with a Wine Hour from 5-6 pm—you
can start your evening enjoying complimentary wines and making new friends,
before deciding where you’ll dine.
Play on the beach, bike Stearns Wharf, sip
California wines, explore Solvang and the
Santa Ynez Valley, or step back in time at
the Santa Barbara Mission or the Presidio
State Historic Park. Join us next April for
five days in beautiful Santa Barbara to
decide for yourself—is it truly the American
Riviera?
Accommodation
Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, Santa Barbara
This 97-room, 4.5-star, luxury boutique
hotel is one block from lively State Street,
the city’s main artery. The decor features
hand-painted tiles, hardwood floors,
elegant wrought iron, four poster beds,
and local flavor. Hotel amenities include
a rooftop pool, complimentary wine hour
from 5-6 pm, in-room spa services,
restaurant, and hotel bikes to borrow.
Included Features
• Roundtrip economy class air from
Detroit
Daily Itinerary
• Escorted from Detroit by your
NexTour Leader *
Apr 6 Fly Detroit/Santa Barbara, CA
Apr 7 Santa Barbara Walking tour
Apr 8 Santa Barbara Visit Solvang; wine
tasting; Ballet Trockadero
Apr 9 Santa Barbara
Apr 10 Santa Barbara Casa del Herrero tour
Apr 11 Fly Santa Barbara/Detroit
• Airport parking and coach transfer *
To view an expanded daily itinerary visit our
website www.nextourtravelclub.com
• Ballet Trockadero performance
• 5 nights hotel lodging
• 8 meals (5 continental breakfasts,
2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Tours: Santa Barbara, Casa del Herrero
• Visit to Solvang; 3 wine tastings
• Hotel porterage of one piece of luggage
per person
*Exclusive NexTour feature
The Canary Hotel has bikes for its guests’
use, so borrow one and ride along the bike
Adult
Double Basis
$2,590
Single Basis
$3,320
Note: Payment in full is required at time of reservation. Payment is by check or money order only.
Cancellation charges of $800 per person will be
assessed through Dec 5, $1,500 through Jan 3, $2,300
through Feb 17; no refund is available after Feb 17.
Call the NexTour office for triple or quad rates, if
available.
This one-stop commercial flight will depart late
morning on Sunday, April 6, and return in the evening
on Friday, April 11. We will be flying into Santa
Barbara Municipal Airport. Full flight details will be
in your trip documents package.
The Fine Print: NexTour reserves the right to
assess an additional fee to cover fuel surcharges
and/or additional charges levied by the government, vendor or airlines after the trip proposal
was published. Prices herein are at date of
publication and subject to change.
Tour cost does not include airline baggage fees.
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If you wish to make your own air arrangements,
you may deduct $875 from the final payment and
you must notify the NexTour office at time of initial
reservation and deposit. If you cannot transfer with
the group at the destination airport upon arrival
or departure you will be responsible for your own
transfer arrangements and cost.
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Belize is a place of incredible natural beauty, of mint-green seas
and emerald-green forests. Explore this beautiful country on day
excursions while staying at an intimate 27-room, meals-included,
beach resort. Choose from tours to Mayan ruins at Xunantunich,
fly and reef fishing, snorkeling on the second largest living barrier
reef in the world, jungle exploration, or just chillin’.
Japan – an Adventure to Treasure
Join us as we explore more than 2,000
years of Japanese history and culture,
beginning in ultra-modern Tokyo, through
the former imperial capital of Kyoto, and
back in time to Kanazawa’s unique samurai
architecture. We’ll experience the cultural
treasures of a land both modern and
ancient, stay in a Japanese-style ryokan inn,
visit local markets and craft workshops,
partake in a traditional tea ceremony, and
travel by rail just as the Japanese do. We’ll
sample the foods of Japan — keep in mind
that part of the adventure of this tour is to
immerse ourselves in Japanese culture.
After touring Tokyo we’ll travel by coach to
Hakone, where majestic Mt. Fuji provides
a beautiful backdrop to our touring. We’ll
spend time enjoying the scenic countryside
of Honshu, a cruise on scenic Lake Ashinoko,
which formed in the caldera of Mt. Hakone,
and if we’re lucky, we’ll see Mt. Fuji (often
obscured by clouds). We’ll visit thermal
springs and hear about Japan’s volcanic
history, and also a farm to learn about
agriculture past and present. Iconic images
of Japan include Buddhist temples and
Shinto shrines and we’ll see many of these
and visit some near Kyoto.
We’ll travel with a small group and tour in
the spring when the daily temperatures on
Honshu are in the 50s and 60s. It’s difficult
to predict, but peak cherry blossom time
on Honshu is in late March and early April.
What more could a traveler ask?
For more details, visit our website
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Adult
Double Basis
$5,190
Single Basis
$5,190
Hotel rooms often have two twin beds and are
smaller than Americans are used to. Only 3 singles
are available at this price.
Notes: A deposit of $1,525 per person is required
at time of reservation. Payment is by check or
money order only. Cancellation charges of $1,300
per person will be assessed through December 15,
$1,525 through January 15, $4,500 through
February 15 and no refund is available after
February 15. Final payment is due January 15.
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Nov 20 - 25, 2013
Belize — Just Chillin’ Daily Itinerary
Mar 24 Fly Detroit/Tokyo, Japan
Mar 25 Tokyo
Mar 26 Tokyo City tour
Mar 27 Hakone Mt. Fuji
Mar 28 Hakone City tour; Ashinoko Lake cruise; Owakudani thermal springs
Mar 29 Kanazawa Bullet train between cities
Mar 30 Kanazawa City tour; sake brewery
Mar 31 Kanazawa
Apr 1 Kyoto Family visit
Apr 2 Kyoto Zen meditation class; tea ceremony;
Nijo Castle; Sanjusangendo Hall
Apr 3 Kyoto
Apr 4 Kyoto City tour; farm visit
Apr 5 Kyoto
Apr 6 Fly Osaka/Detroit
Included Features
$2,090 double/$2,220 single.* Details in June 2013 issue.
Christmas Markets Along the Danube
Our riverboat, the M/S River Aria, will be decorated beautifully
for the holiday as will the towns between Nuremberg and Vienna
that we visit. Unpack once and watch the splendor of the season
unfold before you. This trip will be filled with music and
song, holiday foods and drink, and outdoor shops brimming with
unique Christmas gifts. We depart the day after Thanksgiving,
to get a head start on experiencing the joy of the holidays.
From $2,830 double/$3,910 single. Details in May 2013 issue.
Branson's 25th annual Ozark Mountain Christmas will bring
together a mix of world-class entertainment and holiday spirit!
We’ll see seven Christmas stage shows, view two drive-through
glittering light displays, and have a little time for Christmas
shopping at Branson Landing or in Downtown Branson. We’ll
stay at the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel.
$1,970 double/$2,220 single.* Details in July 2013 issue.
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Punta Cana — a Week in Paradise Price Reduction!
• Pre-trip gathering with fellow NexTourists *
• 12 nights hotel lodging
• 23 meals (12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners)
• City tours: Kanazawa, Tokyo, Kyoto
• Ashinoko Lake cruise; 3 bullet and local train
rides; gondola to the Owakudani Thermal
Springs
• Tea with a Japanese family; Zen meditation
class; traditional tea ceremony
*Exclusive NexTour feature
A passport valid through April 10, 2014 is required
and is not included in the published price of this trip.
The Fine Print: No luggage porters are available at
hotels or on trains—you must be able to carry your
own bags. In some temples and shrines you must
make do with Asian-style squat toilets. NexTour
reserves the right to assess an additional fee to
cover fuel surcharges and/or additional charges
levied by the government, vendor or airlines after
the trip proposal was published. Hotels of similar
quality may be substituted if necessary. Prices
herein are at date of publication and subject to
change.
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Dec 4 - 8, 2013
A Branson Christmas
• Roundtrip economy-class air from Detroit
• Airport parking and coach transfer *
Nov 29 - Dec 7, 2013
Jan 18 - 25, 2014
With its sweet trifecta of white-sand beaches, pleasant climate
and palm trees, a week in Punta Cana will be time spent in
paradise next January. Our stay at the all-inclusive five-star
Paradisus Palma Real Resort on famous Bavaro Beach will be
the perfect mid-winter pick-me-upper for cold and weary
mid-westerners. The beach is 20 miles long, features postcard
perfect sugar white sand and crystal-clear waters.
From $2,670 double/$3,170 single.* Details in September 2013 issue.
Discovering Thailand & Vietnam on Azamara
Jan 19 – Feb 4, 2014
Our voyage on the all-inclusive Azamara Journey includes
Bangkok, three Vietnamese ports and the tropical Thai island of
Ko Samui, bookended by a day and night each in Singapore and
Hong Kong. Fine dining, select standard spirits, beer and wine,
room service and nightly entertainment will fill your evenings.
We’ll also attend an included ‘Azamazing Evening’ ashore to
immerse ourselves in the local culture.
From $5,580 double/$6,360 single.* Details in July 2013 issue.
*Air cost has increased; the increase is not included in above prices. Call for current rate.
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Punta Mita on the Riviera Nayarit
The Iberostar Playa Mita will open in December and we’ll be
among the first to enjoy this destination and 452 room allinclusive resort. The Marieta Islands, one of Mexico’s national
parks is close by for exploration; the towns of Higuera Blanca
and Punta Mita will welcome you; a golf course is adjacent to
the resort and a beautiful white sandy beach will be a delight.
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The Grenadine Islands aboard the Royal Clipper
Come sail with us to the Grenadines and experience seven
relaxed and fun-filled days aboard the Royal Clipper. This beautiful five-masted ship has 42 sails, and when they are unfurled and
billowing in the wind there is no more splendid sight to behold!
The Grenadines is a Caribbean island chain of over 600 islands
which belong to the countries of St. Vincent and Grenada.
Royal Clipper carries just 227 guests in luxurious but relaxed and
casual style. Martinique and St. Lucia will also be ports of call.
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Springtime in Paris & the Loire Valley
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From $2,990 double/$3,670 single. Details in September 2013 issue.
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you! Join us for a 5 night Paris city stay preceded by two
nights in the Loire Valley as a bonus. Visit two historic castles
and enjoy slow paced Paris walking tours of Ile de la Cite, the
Latin Quarter, Montmartre and Le Marais. You’ll have time to
explore the museums of Paris or shop the famous boutiques and
discount designer fashion shops.
$3,750 double/$4,990 single. Details in the October 2013 issue.
Columbia and Snake Rivers – Lewis & Clark Territory May 31 - June 7, 2014
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In addition to meals, all shore excursions (as well as fine wines,
premium spirits and microbrews) are included. We’ll visit
Bonneville Dam, Multnomah Falls, Fort Walla Walla, Maryhill
Museum, Columbia Gorge Discovery Center, Fort Clatsop, and
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Clark historical sites. A jet boat ride through Hell’s canyon or a
wine tour and tasting might be your highlight.
$4,200 double/$4,840 single. Details in the October 2013 issue.
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Birth Date: ___________________________________
E-mail: __________________________________
Mail with your one-time membership fee of $60 per person and dues for the remainder of the calendar
year in which joining (calculated at $3 per month if single and $5 per month for a couple) to NexTour
Travel Club 17292 Farmington Rd, Livonia MI 48152. You will be billed in December of each year for the
next year’s dues.
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Contact Us
Mail: 17292 Farmington Rd
Livonia MI 48152
Phone: 734-338-3800
Hours:Mon—Thurs, 9 am—4 pm
Fax: 734-338-3803
E-mail:[email protected]
Web:www.nextourtravelclub.com
Jane Grad, Operations Manager
Judy Mobley, Tour Leader
Kathie Reschke, President
Bonnie Stefko-Brown, Tour Leader Kathie Yadach, Tour Leader
17292 Farmington Rd.
Livonia, MI 48152
Staff:
NexTour Trip Status
Confirmed - Space Available
Christmas Markets Along the Danube
Belize
Branson, MO Christmas
Thailand & Vietnam Azamara Cruise
African Safari – Kenya & Tanzania
Royal Clipper Grenadines Cruise
Offered - Not Yet Confirmed
In This Issue
Santa Barbara, CA
Japan
St Croix
Columbia River Cruise
Rhone River Cruise
Punta Mita, Mexico
Coming Next Month
Paris and the Loire Valley
British Isles Cruise on Crystal
Israel
Spring Mystery