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Chicago By Amtrak

Featuring a Culinary Trek

Through Chicago & Geneva IL

April 24-27, 2012
 
 
   

Depart from Kansas City Union Station for the rail journey to Chicago to begin this unique culinary tour to the Windy City. Oopaa!!! Start with a family-style dinner with delicious saganaki, the famous flaming cheese that originated in this family run Greek Town restaurant. Enjoy a Chicago Highlights Tour. Drive along the lake for a breath-taking view of the skyline and Lake Michigan, see fabulous outdoor art, the Magnificent Mile, Buckingham Fountain and the landmark Water Tower. You’ll have free time to stroll and explore the “Magnificent Mile”. Cruise along the Chicago River for a unique look at Chicago’s architecturally significant buildings. Travel in the world’s fastest elevators to the 103rd floor, to the top of country’s tallest building Skydeck Chicago for the best view of Chicago. The Ledge brings an exhilarating new experience to the Skydeck. The glass boxes of the Ledge extend out 4.3 feet from the skyscraper’s Skydeck, providing never-beforeseen views of the city. Stop for delicious toffee at Terry’s Toffee. Across the street, enjoy a treat at an Italian bakery still using the oldest coal burning brick oven in the city. Visit The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio which served as Wright's private residence and workplace from 1889 to 1909—the first 20 years of his career. Spend the afternoon in picture postcard Geneva, Illinois. A city full of historic Victorian homes and unique shops, Geneva will charm you. Your day includes a tour highlighting the history and architecture of Geneva by a local expert. Visit the Cocoa Bean Pastry Shop, specializing in pastries, desserts and confections. Tour the kitchen and enjoy a beautiful, delicious dessert. Visit the Spice House, merchants of hand-prepared spices and herbs, and hear a presentation on the history and uses of spices. Enjoy a wine tasting at the Galena Cellars Winery. You will have free time to walk and visit the shops. Step into old world Italy at Villa Verone to enjoy a family-style. Drive through the Gold Coast of Chicago to see the late 19th century mansions of the city’s elite. Visit the Lincoln Park Conservatory, Chicago’s beautiful indoor garden. You will be awed by the unusual trees and flowers, including the fabulous collection of orchids. Tour the new world-class Millennium Park, Chicago’s newest attraction. You’ll also see the intriguing sculpture Cloud Gate, the shiny silver sculpture known as The Bean to Chicagoans. Enjoy a bountiful lunch at Manny’s known for outstanding Jewish food specialties. After lunch transfer to Union for your trip home.

About This Trip
Transport Luxury Motorcoach
Meals 3(B), 1(L) 2(D)
Price $862 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: $139
Deposit

$150 due with registration

(see general conditions)

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