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FLYING CHT 2012 LDS CHURCH HISTORY & AMERICAN HERITAGE TOUR
May 26 – June 9, 2012
Directors: Brent Poulsen & Bo Holland
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This tour is specifically designed for young adult travelers or the young at heart!
Day 1(Fri. May 25) Salt Lake/New York
Our flight leaves out of Salt Lake at approximately 11 p.m.. We will leave Richfield in the late afternoon and travel to Salt Lake in plenty of time for this departure. Our flight will take us straight to New York City. We will be sleeping on the plane and arrive around 5 or 6 Saturday morning.
Day 2(Sat. May 26) New York/Philadelphia
Today, we will take in the sights and sounds of the “Big Apple”, New York City. We will spend a little time driving around Manhattan Island and seeing some of the sights and stop for a while at a small park where we can view the Statue of Liberty. Following this, we will continue on to Philadelphia to partake of this great city that was pivotal during the founding of our country. We will see and visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. (signing of the Declaration of Independence). We will then feast upon a memorable dinner in one of many great Philly dining areas. We will overnight near Philadelphia.
Day 3 (Sun. May 27) Washington D.C.
We begin today by traveling to our nation’s capitol, Washington D.C.. We will spend a good portion of free time today seeing all the sights we can: The Smithsonian, The Holocaust Museum, The Washington, Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, The Capital, The Aerospace Museum, The White House, etc… anything your heart desires. We will then as a group travel to Arlington National Cemetery and witness its beauty and also the “Changing of the Guard”. We will conclude the day by visiting the DC Temple. We will stay the night in Rockville, Md.
Day 4 (Mon. May 28) Gettysburg
We make the journey today to the town of Gettysburg PA., site of the pivotal battle during the Civil War. We will visit the Gettysburg Park Museum and Visitors Center along with viewing the Cyclorama picture depicting the famous battle. We will climb Little Round Top and discuss its history and examine all the spiritual/scriptural lessons applicable to us from that significant battle location. Dinner will be a pleasure at the renowned General Pickett’s Buffett! We then make part of the journey towards Boston, Massachusetts and overnight en route.
Day 5 (Tue. May 29) Boston
Today, we are greeted by the great city of Boston. We will spend time walking The Freedom Trail and see sites such as Bunker Hill, Boston Harbor, Boston Commons and the graves of John Hancock, Paul Revere and others. We will overnight near Boston.
Day 6 (Wed May 30) West Lebanon,NH/Sharon, Whitingham VT./ Harmony PA.
Today, we will see West Lebanon, NH. on our way to Vermont. This is the town where Joseph and his family lived at the time he had the leg surgery when he was a 7 year old boy. We will continue on to Sharon, VT, the birthplace of the Prophet of the Restoration. We will tour the Visitors Center and see the film on his life. We will tour the grounds of the original farm where Solomon Mack (Joseph’s maternal grandfather) lived and farmed. We will see the remains of the foundation of his original home. Also, we will see and stand at the spot where the cabin stood in which Joseph was born and see some original pieces of that cabin. We will also visit Whitingham, Vt., the birthplace of Pres. Brigham Young. Following, we will venture to the place of Harmony, PA. and the Susquehanna River where among other things, the Aaronic Priesthood was restored. We stay the night in Binghampton, NY..
Day 7 (Thurs. May 31) Fayette/Palmyra
Today, we will make our way over to the grassroots area of the Church in upstate New York. Our first site is Fayette. The Church was officially organized here in 1830 at the Peter Whitmer Sr. Log House. Today is a memorable one as we visit many of the sites in the Palmyra area. We begin by taking in E. B. Grandin Press and Print Shop where the first copies of the Book of Mormon were made. Nearby is the grave site of Alvin Smith [older brother of Joseph]. We will take a memorable walk through the Sacred Grove. Our final visit of the day is the Hill Cumorah with the new Visitors Center. Tonight those that are interested and able will enjoy doing baptisms in the Palmyra Temple! We overnight in Palmyra, NY.
Day 8 (Fri. Jun 1) Niagra Falls, NY/Kirtland, OH.
This morning we begin with a visit to the Sacred Grove where we will spend some time reflecting on the events that have transpired there. We will also visit the Smith Cabin and the Frame Home built by Alvin for his parents. Following this experience we will travel to the majestic Niagara Falls for a memorable photo opportunity as well as a voyage on one of the ‘Maid of the Mist’ boats that take you right under the falls. From here we travel south to Kirtland, Ohio. This area is amazing as we visit four different sites where the Father and Son appeared. Our first stop is the new Historic Kirtland Visitors Center near the Newel K. Whitney Store. We spend some time in the ‘School of the Prophets’ room and the Morley Farm. We overnight near Mentor, Ohio.
Day 9 (Sat. Jun 2) Kirtland, OH/Sandusky, OH
Today we begin with a visit the John Johnson Home [D&C 76] in Hiram, Ohio. Next we visit the Kirtland Temple, which was the first Temple built in this dispensation [D&C 109 & 110]. Following lunch those interested can spend the afternoon at the #1 rated amusement park on the planet. The famous Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio which is located on the shore of Lake Erie and is the second oldest amusement park in North America and is known as the Roller Coaster Capitol of the World! We overnight in Sandusky, Ohio.
Day 10 (Sun. Jun 3) Shipshewana,IN/Joliet,IL
Today we are traveling through Amish country and cross Ohio into Indiana. We will be having a Sacrament Meeting on the bus (perhaps your first traveling church service!) and will have an incredible experience as we stop in Shipshewana, Indiana and enjoy a tour of the MENNO-HOF (Mennonite-Amish) Visitors Center and Museum. This museum shares a great presentation of the history of this very fascinating people as well as many other religions throughout the Dark Ages. We also will feast on a home-cooked Amish meal that will truly be memorable. We will overnight near Joliet, Illinois.
Day 11 (Mon. Jun 4) Carthage/Nauvoo!
We arrive today in Carthage and reflect on the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith at the Carthage Jail. Following this sobering experience we venture over to Nauvoo and re-experience history as we view the newly rebuilt Nauvoo Temple! Time permitting we visit the LDS Visitors Center where we see the model of 1846 Nauvoo and the magnificent sculpture garden that features the Monument to Women. We overnight in Nauvoo at the Nauvoo Family Inn & Suites.
Day 12 (Tue. Jun 5) Nauvoo
Today we spend our day soaking in the sights and sounds of Historic Nauvoo. For those able and interested the day begins with Baptisms/Temple Session at the newly constructed Nauvoo Temple. In Historic Nauvoo there are over 30 sites to see and choose from; several Historical Homes and sites, Community of Christ (RLDS) Visitors Center, a horse and carriage ride, a good local fudge factory, etc. For those interested in the Missionary Production “High Hopes and Riverboats” will also be able to attend those. These sites should keep us all busy for the day. This evening those interested may enjoy “Rendezvous in Old Nauvoo”, or “Sunset by the Mississippi”; both are productions put on by the local missionaries. We again overnight in Nauvoo.
Day 13 (Wed. Jun 6) /Richmond,MO/Independence,MO/Liberty
Our historical sites today will be many. We will travel through Quincy, Illinois and then drive to Richmond (Burial sites of David Whitmer and Oliver Cowdery). we explore the Independence, Missouri area with a visit to the Community of Christ Temple and Headquarters (formerly RLDS) as well as the ‘Temple Lot’ and the newly remodeled LDS Visitors Center. We will study from our scriptures the revelations leading up to the designation of Independence as the “center place” of Zion. We will also spend some visiting the “Temple Prison”—Liberty Jail to learn and experience that sacred location. There will also be a visit to the Liberty Cemetery. Tonight we will also attend the Kansas City Royals baseball game. We overnight in Kansas City, Missouri.
Day 14 (Thurs. Jun 7) Adam Ondi Ahman/Far West Kanesville Tabernacle/Winter Quarters/Pioneer Cemetery
We will see where the human race began at Adam-Ondi-Ahman. We will spend some time exploring the past, present and future significance of this sacred ground. We will visit Far West where, among other things, the cornerstones for a temple were laid. Also, we will visit the location of Haun’s Mill to learn of the tragedy that occurred there and explore the lessons that can be applied to us today. We travel to the Kanesville Tabernacle (Council Bluffs, Iowa) where the Church has constructed a beautiful new Visitors Center. We then make our way to Omaha, Nebraska to visit the Mormon Trail Center at Historic Winter Quarters. It was here where the Saints who fled Nauvoo ended for the winter of 1846-47. Here we also see the Pioneer Cemetery and the new Winter Quarters Temple. We will stay the night in Council Bluffs, IA.
Day 15 (Fri. June 8 ) Rawlins,WY/Independence Rock
Today, we make our way across Nebraska and Wyoming. We will see Martins Cove and spend time in that sacred location learning of the stories of our pioneer ancestors who sacrificed much in building the Kingdom of God. We will tour the Visitors Center and learn all the information that makes this location one of the great ones in the history of our church. We will then make the short trip to Independence Rock and take the opportunity to climb this great structure and see the names and markings left by many who have traversed the West.
Day 16 (Sat. June 9) Salt Lake City/Richfield!
The final stretch of our journey takes us back to the great state of Utah and home to our families in Richfield.
TOUR COST AND DETAILS
COST PER PERSON:
Quadruple Occupancy: $1800
Double Occupancy/or couples: $2550
DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $150 per person.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $330 a month (5 months December – April)
$5o.00 rebate to those who sign up before the end of 2011
ROOMMATES: Single people may sign up for accommodations on a share basis and will be assigned roommates as circumstances permit. If a roommate is unavailable, the participant will be notified of the adjusted price prior to departure.
CANCELLATION FEES: A $25 fee will be charged by Anderson Tours, LLC for all cancellations until 60 days prior to departure, at which time the fee will be $100. In addition, all cancellation charges imposed by airlines, hotels, vendors, operators, etc., will be passed on to the participant.
TOUR INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
- One-way airfare from Salt Lake City to New York City airport
- First-class, top quality tour with experienced tour directors
- Private, deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
- Hotel Accommodations
- Two meals daily (breakfast and lunch or dinner) as indicated in the detailed itinerary.
- All admission fees to sites specified in the itinerary (group tours only)
- Tour t-shirt
- Airport and other departure taxes
- REGISTRATION, DEPOSIT, PAYMENT, AND CANCELLATION:
Early reservations are strongly recommended, and a deposit of $150 per person is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 60 days prior to departure. Applications received after this date should include full payment. Any payments made after this date should also include also include full payment. Any payments made 30 days prior to departure must be in the form of a money order. Checks should be made payable to Anderson Tours. All cancellation penalties are the responsibility of the participant.
Please send check payment and names of participants to:
Anderson Tours LLC
3155 S. Hidden Valley Dr. #287
St. George, UT 84790
ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE:
Items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs; excess baggage or portage charges; personal, trip, or baggage insurance; room service; laundry; phone charges; food or beverages not part of the group menu; tips; gratuities for special services; expenses incurred on personal activities not included where group participation is not specified in the itinerary.
