Presidential Paths: Lincoln & Obama

From Illinois to the White House, Abraham Lincoln and Barack Obama both shaped U.S. history, some 150 years apart, as presidents. Follow in the footsteps of these remarkable men and see how Illinois influenced their paths to the nation’s highest office by exploring historic homes, landmarks, and presidential libraries and museums.
Chicago’s Pope & The President

This tour of Chicago’s South Side features 2 firsts – the first African American President of the United States, Barack Obama, and the first American Pope, Pope Leo XIV. Explore the Chicago locations that made these men who they are and be inspired by their journeys. This tour can be either a 3- or 4-day itinerary based on your group’s interests.
Ohio’s 250th Celebration

An Ohio 250 Celebration of America. It’s a Red, White and Blue event featuring Patriotic Sites, events and music. This trip highlights Ohio and Ohioans’ unique contribution to the United States for over 250 years.
The Yorktown Victory Parade

In October, join us as The Revolution ends and we celebrate America’s Victory at Yorktown. From Bleacher seats along the Parade Route you see the Continental Army, Fife and Drum Bands, celebrities such as the Marquis de Lafayette and Gen. George Washington. And again as this tour’s history lesson concludes we enjoy a Rock n’ Roll Gala Dinner Party hosted by Gen Washington himself.
Give Me Liberty

Four of our first five Presidents were Virginians. Two fought in the Revolution, one wrote the Declaration and one wrote the Constitution. Come see their homes, discover the legacies. From Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty” speech and to the final battle at Yorktown, you’ll hear how it all happened.
Chasing the Redcoats

Listen as American Patriots rail against the tyranny of King George. Come see the places where they argued loudest for Freedom. Walk in their footsteps, hear their words, dine in their taverns – It’s a frolicking great adventure in American History. In these seven days your group tour will touch on a myriad of historical topics, from Colonial unrest at the Boston Tea Party Ship in 1773, to the final conflict at Yorktown in 1781. You will have heard the words of Patriots and shared a mug of ale, and perhaps you will gain a new appreciation of the hardships endured in our pursuit of liberty.
The Creation of a Democracy

This tour is an abbreviated version of “Chasing the Redcoats” Come, Listen as American Patriots rail against the tyranny of King George in Boston. Then Come, see the places where they argued loudest for Freedom in Philadelphia. Walk in their footsteps, hear their words, dine in their taverns – It’s a frolicking great adventure in American History. In these five days your group tour will touch on a myriad of historical topics, beginning with Colonial unrest at the Boston Tea Party Ship in 1773, to the “Creation of a Democracy” in Philadelphia.
250 Years after The Tea Party

The Boston Tea Party occurred on Dec 16, 1773. Come see where it started, visit the Battle Green in Lexington where in 1775 they fired “The shot heard round the world.” Listen to the stories of Paul Revere and the Minutemen as you search for history amongst the skyscrapers.
The Minutemen of Boston

Come enjoy a couple of days in Boston. This is where it started, where “The shot heard round the world” was fired. Listen to the stories of Paul Revere, the Minutemen and the Boston Tea Party as you search amongst the skyscrapers of a very modern city.
Revolution 250: Saratoga & Ticonderoga
Celebrate The Revolution’s 250 Anniversary! Visit Saratoga National Historical Park where Benedict Arnold became a hero – then a traitor. Walk with re-enactors at Fort Ticonderoga, from here in 1776 George Washington had cannons moved 200 miles, in the dead of winter, to a hill top above Boston. When Gen Thomas Gage woke the morning of March 4, and saw artillery suddenly aimed at the British fleet, he immediately abandoned City, which they had held since Lexington & Concord.
There are boat cruises and a train ride, horse racing and history. It’s a great group getaway – plan yours now!

