A Travel Itinerary Prepared For The
BISHOP CHATARD HIGH SCHOOL
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC AND
CHORAL DEPARTMENTS
Dan Haag and Angela Peterson / Directors
St. Louis,
Missouri
APRIL 21-23, 2013
201 West 103rd Street • SUITE 380 • INDIANAPOLIS, IN • 46290
PHONE 317.218.0838 • 800.844.4159 • FAX 317.479.1000 • E-MAIL [email protected]
ST. LOUIS (A THREE DAY – TWO NIGHT ITINERARY)
Note: all activities dependent on availability at the time of booking
DAY ONE / SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2013
TRAVEL DAY / ST. LOUIS
• Depart this morning via motorcoach for St. Louis, Missouri
• Attend Shen Yun, at the Peabody Opera House
• Hotel check-in
• Dinner at The Old Spaghetti Factory - included
• Return to hotel
DAY TWO / MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2013
• Breakfast at the hotel – included
• Performance workshops for your ensembles at one of the following:
o Washington University
o University of Missouri – St. Louis
o St. Louis University
Note: Location, duration and content TBD
• Note: lunch on own and performance at Union Station!
*** AN EXCELLENT PUBLIC PERFORMANCE VENUE FOR BAND AND CHOIR! ***
• Admission to The City Museum
• Dinner at The Hard Rock Café - included
• A Guided Tour of St. Louis this evening
• Return to hotel
ST. LOUIS
DAY THREE / TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2013
ST. LOUIS / RETURN TRAVEL
• Continental breakfast at the hotel – included
• Hotel check-out this morning
• Visit the Museum of Westward Expansion
• Mississippi River Riverboat Ride with lunch - included
• Visit the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (Gateway Arch)
• *** Visit The Historic Old Court House (time permitting)
*** AN EXCELLENT PUBLIC PERFORMANCE VENUE FOR CHOIR! ***
• Depart St. Louis this afternoon
• Dinner en route – on own
• Return to Bishop Chatard High School this evening
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ST. LOUIS VENUES (DETAILED INFORMATION)
The Peabody Opera House / Shen Yun
For Chinese, the words evoke a sense of wonder, magic, and the divine. To
audiences who have seen it, they recall the experience of a lifetime—a
moment so powerfully beautiful it touches the soul. Discover the glory of a
fantastically rich culture, that of classical China, brought to life through
brilliantly choreographed dance and mesmerizing, all-original orchestral
compositions. Magnificently costumed dancers—the world’s elite—move in
poetic arrangements that evoke pastoral beauty, imperial drama, and the
glory of an ancient civilization. This season, discover what art was meant to
be. Discover Shen Yun.
City Museum
Housed in the 600,000 square-foot former International Shoe Company,
the museum is an eclectic mixture of children's playground, funhouse,
surrealistic pavilion, and architectural marvel made out of unique, found
objects. The brainchild of internationally acclaimed artist Bob Cassilly, a
classically trained sculptor and serial entrepreneur, the museum opened
for visitors in 1997 to the riotous approval of young and old alike.
The Museum of Westward Expansion
The Museum of Westward Expansion, located below the Arch, is as large as a
football field and contains an extensive collection of artifacts, mounted animal
specimens, an authentic American Indian tipi, and an overview of the Lewis and
Clark expedition.
Mississippi River Riverboat Ride
Learn about the history of the St. Louis Riverfront, the Mississippi River, the
Gateway Arch and all of the fascinating historic sites along the way. The captain
narrates the cruise aboard the Tom Sawyer or Becky Thatcher riverboats.
The Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (Gateway Arch)
Ride one of two unique trams inside the legs of the Arch. Each tram consists of
eight barrel-shaped capsules with each capsule holding five passengers. Your
journey starts 50 feet underground and ends 630 feet above the St. Louis
riverfront.
Historic Old Court House
In 1940, the city of St. Louis deeded the Old Courthouse
to the Federal Government. Today, this nineteenthcentury courthouse features restored courtrooms, a
decorated dome, Dioramas, the "Gateway To The West"
film and galleries depicting the history of St. Louis.
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ST. LOUIS RESTAURANTS (DETAILED INFORMATION)
The Old Spaghetti Factory
Dedicated to serving exceptional food at affordable prices in an extraordinary
atmosphere of antiques and fun. It's what has made The Old Spaghetti Factory
America's leading pasta-based family restaurant!
Hard Rock Café
St. Louis is a city rich in history and interesting diversions. In fact, this Gateway
to the West is also the gateway to rock 'n' roll excitement! At the crossroads of
the Missouri River and the Mississippi in the historic Union Station area, you can
train your sights on the fabulous Hard Rock menu while pondering what else to
do and see. The Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium are just a stone's throw
away. Remember to visit the Hard Rock Cafe St. Louis often because the "Show
Me" State will always show you a rockin' good time.
TOUR INCLUSIONS
TRANSPORTATION
Round trip transportation via deluxe motorcoaches, including driver rooms and tips.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Two (2) nights hotel accommodations.
ACTIVITIES
All activity admission fees per the itinerary.
OTHER INCLUSIONS
A Grueninger Music Tours tour director throughout
Motorcoach driver room and tip
Security guard at the hotel
Luggage tags, itineraries and DVD Photo Albums for all tour participants
All taxes on included items, NO HIDDEN COSTS!
MEAL REVIEW
Breakfasts and Dinners included, beginning with Dinner on Day One and ending with Breakfast
on Day Three. Note: lunch on Day Three also included.
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The Estimated Tour Price does not include:
Baggage handling; incidental charges (i.e., snacks, laundry, room service, phone calls) souvenirs; tips to travel
directors; any items not mentioned above.
About the Estimated Tour Price: The estimated per person tour cost is based on estimated hotel,
motorcoach, admission prices and guide tariffs in effect as of October 4, 2012 and is subject to change as 2013
rates become available. All excess, oversized, and/or overweight baggage and equipment fees may apply and
may not necessarily travel with group. Any questions regarding baggage and/or equipment should be directed to
GMT at (800) 844-4159.
STUDENT TOUR COST
$464 per person
Triple occupancy as needed only,
not to exceed 25% of the
total number of students
ADULT TOUR COST
$472 per person
quad occupancy
$490 per person
triple occupancy
$525 per person
double occupancy
$633 per person
single occupancy
Tour prices are estimates based on a minimum of 40 passengers
and the use of one motorcoach; if passengers fall below
40 the tour price may vary.
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