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CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES & HAIRSPRAY
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES & HAIRSPRAY
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES & HAIRSPRAY
January 14-16, 2023
ARK ENCOUNTER
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES & HAIRSPRAY
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES & HAIRSPRAY
May 21-25, 2023
Mississippi River Cruise
Mississippi River Cruise
Mississippi River Cruise
July 12-15, 2023
Church Basement Ladies & Hairspray
1/5
January 14-16, 2023
Tour Includes:
Church Basement Ladies - Ames Center
Mall of America or Mystic Lake Casino
Hairspray Musical at the Orpheum
Glass Place - Center for Glass Arts
Overnight Accommodations
Roundtrip Motor Coach Transportation
Tour Escort
Saturday, January 14, 2023
We will depart from Miller, SD for Minneapolis Saturday morning with additional pickups along the way (pickup locations to be determined). After checking into our hotel, Country Inn & Suites, by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, you can enjoy dinner on your own at a nearby restaurant such as TGIF, I-Hop or at Mall of America. We will depart early evening for the production of the Church Basement Ladies "Plowing Through". The Church Basement Ladies are at it again. In the 9th installment of the highly successful series, the year is 1075 and all of your favorite characters are back! Whether this is your first visit to the Church Basement Ladies or you've seen them all, you won't want to miss the brand-new show. Come along as the ladies don their polyester pantsuits and sing, dance and laugh their way through this hilarious and touching new musical, PLOWIN' THRU.
Sunday, January 15
Following a hot breakfast at the hotel, you will have the option to enjoy your day at Mall of America or go to Mystic Lake Casino for a few hours. Sunday evening, we will go for dinner at Q-Cumbers before we attend the musical, "Hairspray" at the Orpheum. Tony Award winning Hairspray continues to be one of the most widely produced musicals today, not only because of its wit and charm, but also because of the beautiful message of acceptance and progress that it portrays. The bright, energetic story of Tracy Turnblad teaches us all to look past the color of one's skin and fight for every human being's equal rights.
Monday, January 16, 2023
A hot breakfast at the motel will be offered and we will then load all luggage and head home.
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$750 per person based on double occupancy
Single - $896 per person
Triple - $706 per person
Quad - $685 per person
Deposit - $200 per person Final payment due by December 5, 2022.
Cancellations received prior to December 5, 2022 will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made after December 5, 2022 will not receive any refund.
Credit card payments are subject to a 4.5% processing fee.
Travel Guard Insurance available.
Call for more information or click below for a quote.
MAKE RESERVATIONS TODAY
Call (605) 366-8777
Ark Encounter
1/5
May 21-25, 2023
Tour Includes:
Ark Encounter
Creation Museum
Dinner Cruise
Hofbräuhaus
Little Brown Church in the Vale
4 Breakfasts | 1 Lunch | 3 Dinners
Overnight Accommodations
Roundtrip Motor Coach Transportation
Tour Escort
Sunday, May 21, 2023
Depart Miller, SD and get acquainted with new friends. (Other pick-up locations TBD) This day will be mostly driving. Once arriving at Double Tree by Hilton hotel in Davenport, IA, you will have the evening to explore downtown. The hotel has amazing views of the Mississippi River and is within walking distance to over 20 unique restaurants and entertainment options.
Monday, May 22, 2023
We will travel to the Cincinnati area and check into the Embassy Suites by Hilton-Cincinnati River Center. Early evening, we will depart for Newport, KY for a German dinner with entertainment at the Hofbräuhaus. It is the first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America which was modeled after the legendary 400+ year old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany. Enjoy many of the traditions from Germany and live polka music!
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
We will depart for Williamstown, KY to visit the Ark Encounter. The Ark features a full-size Noah's Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide and 51 feet high, this modern engineering marvel amazes visitors young and old. Mid-afternoon, we will return to the motel to freshen up and end the day with a scenic riverboat dinner cruise and live entertainment.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Today we will pack up our bags and travel to Petersburg, KY to spend a few hours at the Creation Museum. The state-of-the-art 75,000 square-foot museum allows families to experience earth's history as God has revealed it in the Bible. Nearly 150 exhibits feature animatronic dinosaurs, talking heroes of the faith, and professional displays that honor God's word. The museum also boasts a fun-filled, 200 seat special effects theater, planetarium, a petting zoo, nature trails and lots more. Following ample time at the museum, we will start our journey back home overnighting at Embassy Suites by Hilton, East Peoria Riverfront. After checking into our hotel, we will enjoy dinner together at Logan's Steakhouse.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Today we will travel to Nashua, IA for a tour of the Little Brown Church in the Vale and learn about its unique history. Following the tour, we will enjoy lunch prepared by the Women's Fellowship Group.
Immediately following lunch, we will depart for home reflecting on the memories made!
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$1410 per person based on double occupancy
Single - $1735 per person
Triple - $1300 per person
Quad - $1250 per person
Deposit - $250 per person Final payment due by April 21, 2023.
Cancellations received prior to April 21, 2023 will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made after April 21, 2023 will not receive any refund.
Credit card payments are subject to a 4.5% processing fee.
Travel Guard Insurance available.
Call for more information or click below for a quote.
MAKE RESERVATIONS TODAY
Call (605) 366-8777
Medora Musical
1/5
June 23-26, 2023
Tour Includes:
Wall Drug
1880 Train
Lighting of Mt. Rushmore
Boot Hill Tour of Deadwood
Pitchfork Fondue
Medora Musical
Medora Gospel and Brunch
Lewis & Clark Riverboat
Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park
3 Breakfasts | 3 Dinners
Overnight Accommodations
Luggage Handling
Roundtrip Motor Coach Transportation
Tour Escort
Friday, June 23, 2023
We will depart Friday morning. (Pickup locations to be determined.) We will stop in Wall, SD and have lunch at Wall Drug (on your own). We will continue on to Hill City, where we will enjoy a ride on the 1880 Train. What could be more fun than enjoying a ride through the Black Hills of South Dakota, on board of an authentic steam train? Our one-way train ride will take us to Keystone, where we will overnight. Following dinner at the Ruby House (choice of Parmesan Crusted Chicken, 1/2 Rack of Ribs or Fried Shrimp) we will go to the lighting of Mt. Rushmore.
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Following breakfast at the motel, we will depart for Deadwood. We will enjoy a one hour narrated open-air bus tour of this Wild West Town. Watch as history comes to life right in front of your eyes! You will go through the Historic Streets of Deadwood up to Mt. Moriah, famous Boot Hill, visit the graves of Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and other gold rush characters. After the tour, you will have lunch (on your own) in Deadwood and maybe even a few minutes to try your luck at one of the casinos.
Following lunch, we will depart for Medora; late afternoon we will check into the Badland Hotel and freshen up for a fun-filled evening at the Pitchfork Fondue. Every evening, the chefs load steaks onto pitchforks and fondue them - western style! Savor your steak as you overlook the Badlands from atop a bluff at the Tjaden Terrace. Your steak comes with fresh fruit and vegetables, baked beans, garlic toast, baked potatoes, brownies, cinnamon-sugar donuts, lemonade and coffee.
Next is the Medora Musical! The musical is the rootin'-tootinest show in all the west! Performed live and outside under the Badlands. You will be treated to high-energy music, guest variety acts from around the world, live horses and more!
Sunday, June 25, 2023
Start your day with a beautiful array of your brunch favorites - endless helpings of egg bakes, breakfast meats and more! Then take in one heck of a gospel show with a full band and gospel singers. The Medora Gospel Brunch is a match made in heaven and a wonderful way to spend the morning.
Sunday afternoon we will travel to Bismarck, ND. After checking into our motel, the evening will be spent aboard the Lewis and Clark Riverboat, Sit back and relax as we cruise the majestic Missouri Rover and enjoy a catered meal from Famous Dave's Restaurant.
Monday, June 26, 2023
Following breakfast at our motel, we will enjoy a guided tour of Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. The Park was established in 1907 and is the oldest state park in North Dakota. Discover old Fort Abraham Lincoln, Fort McKeen and what life was like as a frontier soldier as you journey through the blockhouses and furnished barracks and participate in a living history tour of the commanding officer's quarters. Travel through time and explore rich culture and history of the areaby investigating artifacts at the Visitor Center Museum. Visitors will gain insight into the loves of the Mandan Native Americans who once lived at On-a-Slant Village by venturing through reconstructed earth lodges.
Before departing Bismarck, we will enjoy lunch at Kroll's Diner (on your own) before departing for home.
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$1165 per person based on double occupancy
Single - $1385 per person
Triple - $1090 per person
Quad - $1055 per person
Deposit - $250 per person Final payment due by May 23, 2023.
Cancellations received prior to May 23, 2023 will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made after May 23, 2023 will not receive any refund.
Credit card payments are subject to a 4.5% processing fee.
Travel Guard Insurance available.
Call for more information or click below for a quote.
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When calling in to register, please let us know what meal choice you would like at the Ruby House Restaurant in Keystone.
Call (605) 366-8777
Mississippi River Cruise
1/5
July 12-15, 2023
Tour Includes:
Celebration Belle All-Day Cruse
(Dubuque to Moline)
Guided Tour of Kalona, IA Countryside
(Amish and Mennonite groups)
Boone & Scenic Railway
3 Breakfasts | 3 Lunches | 3 Dinners
Overnight Accommodations
Luggage Handling
Roundtrip Motor Coach Transportation
Tour Escort
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Today we will depart Miller, SD (other pick-up locations TBD) and travel to Dubuque, IA. We will overnight at Hotel Julien - an elegant boutique hotel that marries modern amenities with historic charm in the heart of the Old Main District. We will enjoy an evening meal at the hotel (included).
Thursday, July 16, 2023
Bright and early, we will board the Celebration Belle for an all-day cruise. We will start in Dubuque, IA and cruise south to Moline, IL. The day can be what you make of it; a learning experience or simply a leisurely cruise down the Mississippi. Come hungry, no cruise would be complete without food! The chefs stay busy all day long preparing 3 fresh meals right aboard the boat. During your excursion, one of the captains will be pointing out the various sites along the way and explaining the history of the river, locks and dams, river towns and their people, and tales of the Mighty Mississippi! In addition to all of this, you will be entertained with music, skits, comedy and more. We will overnight at the Hyatt House in East Moline, IL.
Friday, July 14, 2023
Following breakfast, we will travel to Kalona, IA. We will be greeted at the Kalona Historical Society Village Visitor Center by our step-on guide who will talk about the customs and lifestyles of the various Amish and Mennonite groups in the Kalona area. We will enjoy a full-day tour, visiting several destinations in the Kalona countryside, complete with a delicious family style meal in a Mennonite home. Before traveling to Ankeny, IA where we will overnight, there will be some free time for shopping! After checking into our hotel, Courtyard by Marriott, we will enjoy dinner together (included).
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Following breakfast at our hotel, we will travel to Boone, IA. We will enjoy a stop at the Boone & Scenic Railway. There will be some time to visit the museum before we board the train and travel through the beautiful Des Moines River Valley. This train crosses the 156' tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, as well as the Des Moines River on its journey through the river valley. We will also enjoy a delicious lunch on the rails!
After arriving back to the depot, it will be time to sit back, relax and enjoy the Midwest scenery as we travel home.
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$1250 per person based on double occupancy
Single - $1455 per person
Triple - $1185 per person
Quad - $1150 per person
Deposit - $250 per person Final payment due by June 12, 2023.
Cancellations received prior to June 12, 2023 will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made after June 12, 2023 will not receive any refund.
Credit card payments are subject to a 4.5% processing fee.
Travel Guard Insurance available.
Call for more information or click below for a quote.
MAKE RESERVATIONS TODAY
Call (605) 366-8777
Travel Guard Insurance
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UPCOMING TRIPS 2023
Michigan Shores and Shipshewana Amish Colony
July 24-31, 2023
More info to come!
General Tour Information
Making Reservations
Making Reservations
Making Reservations
Contact us at (605) 366-8777 or 1-800-310-2708. Visit us via Facebook at Foreman Charters and Tours.
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Payments
Making Reservations
Making Reservations
Cash, personal checks, credit cards and debit cards are accepted. As of January 1, 2021 credit and debit card payments will be subject to a 4.5% processing fee.
Tour Documents
Making Reservations
Tour Inclusions
All necessary information will be sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to departure. This will include itinerary, your departure time and place, hotel listing, etc.
Tour Inclusions
Itinerary Variations
Tour Inclusions
Unless otherwise noted, our tour package pricing includes round trip transportation, overnight accommodations for the specified number of nights and tickets and entrance fees for scheduled events and/or attractions. Meals are not included unless otherwise noted in the tour highlights and/or inclusions.
Itinerary Variations
Itinerary Variations
Itinerary Variations
The tour price and itinerary is subject to change without notice due to factors beyond the control of Foreman Charters.
Hotel and Luggage
Itinerary Variations
Itinerary Variations
Tour participants are preregistered by advance reservation. Upon arrival, room keys will be obtained by tour director or driver and distributed accordingly. Room assignments are made by the hotel in an impartial manner. Each person is allowed one large suitcase (50 lb max). In addition, a small overnight case or tote bag may be brought on board the motor coach and will be your responsibility. Your luggage must have your name attached to it.
Personal Identification
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
All travelers need a current government issued photo ID for all travel.
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
No smoking, chewing tobacco or open alcoholic beverages are allowed on the motor coach. Frequent stops are made to accommodate those wishing to smoke. Foreman Charters reserves the right to not transport a person or persons if intoxicated, under the influence of drugs or if their conduct is offensive to other travelers. It will be the responsibility of the passenger denied boarding to arrange and pay for their return home.
Gratuities
Smoking/Alcoholic Beverages
Weather and Other Delays
Tour gratuities and tips are included in the price of the your tour. Gratuities for your tour director and driver are not included. The suggested gratuity for your director and bus driver is $2-$3 a day. These should be related to the service received and is solely at your discretion.
Weather and Other Delays
Weather and Other Delays
Weather and Other Delays
Additional expenses incurred due to circumstances beyond our control, for motor coach or leisure travel will not be the responsibility of Foreman Charters. If a tour is delayed due to extreme weather conditions and additional expenses such as accommodation, meal, phone call, etc. will be your responsibility.
Operator Cancellation
Weather and Other Delays
Operator Cancellation
Tours are subject to a passenger minimum. If Foreman Charters cancels a tour due to lack of participation, the liability to Foreman Charters is limited to a refund of money paid.
Liability
Weather and Other Delays
Operator Cancellation
Foreman Charters is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. Foreman Charters acts only as an agent in arranging reservations for hotels, transportation, sightseeing, restaurants or any service included in each itinerary. Therefore tour passengers agree that Foreman Charters shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, accident, delay, irregularity or expense to a person or property directly or indirectly by acts of God, fire, labor disputes, acts of government, civil disturbances, riots, theft, pilferage or acts of terrorism or due to any default by a hotel, restaurant or other company, vendor or individual providing services for our tours. Photos taken by Foreman Charter staff during the tour become the property of Foreman Charters. These photos may be used on Facebook, our website, ect.
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