2026 Tours
Our group motorcoach tours are open to anyone interested in traveling on the dates listed.
If you’re new to touring and have questions, or would like pricing for your own group on a different date, please contact us.
Tour Operator
for the following Tours:
Diamond Tours, Inc.
Travel Agency:
Anderson Travel and Tours
At least one Travel Advisor travels with each group to manage the tour.
Travel Advisors:
Sharon Anderson 205) 612-2865
sharon@andersontraveltours.com
Michelle Arena (205) 966-6646
michelle@andersontraveltours.com
Disclaimer: Anderson Travel and Tours (travel agency) acts solely as an agent for the supplier of the tours listed on this webpage. The Supplier of these tours is tour operator: Diamond Tours, Inc. / 13100 Westlinks Terrace, Suite No. 1, Fort Myers, FL 33913. Diamond Tours, Inc. manages all 3rd parties related to these tours (examples: motorcoach companies, hotel chains, attractions, restaurants, travel insurance companies, etc.). Anderson Travel and Tours (travel agency) is not responsible for any inconvenience, changes, injury, damage or loss suffered on the account of any conditions, changes, actions or omissions by the Supplier or any 3rd parties.
2026 TOURS
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SAVANNAH, JEKYLL ISLAND
and BEAUFORT
April 6-10, 2026
MIAMI, FT LAUDERDALE,
and KEY WEST
(plus Key West Conch Train Tour and Flamingo Gardens Tour)
May 3-9, 2026
INDIANA COUNTRYSIDE
AMISH ADVENTURE
July 5-10, 2026
MACKINAC ISLAND
and FRANKENMUTH, MI
August 15-22, 2026
SOUTH DAKOTA
plus Devils Tower, WY
and Yellowstone National Park, MT
Sep 19 – Oct 1 2026
MAINE
with BAR HARBOR
Oct 9-19, 2026
BILTMORE ESTATE
and ASHEVILLE, NC
Nov 30-Dec 3, 2026
SAVANNAH, JEKYLL ISLAND & BEAUFORT
April 6-10, 2026
Join us on a tour to Savannah, Jekyll Island and Beaufort and enjoy the history, architecture, culture and breathtaking views of this charming coastal area.
ADA NOTICE: This tour is not suitable for some mobility impaired individuals. It requires walking blocks at a time on uneven sidewalks and natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Savannah Tour Details
April 6-10, 2026
(4 Nights / 5 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2226901
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd
Hueytown, AL 35023
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach transportation
- 4 nights lodging:
4 nights in Savannah area - 8 meals:
4 breakfasts, 4 dinners - Guided Trolley Tour of Savannah with Hop-On Hop-Off privileges
- Guided Tour of Beaufort, SC
- Visit to Parris Island
- Dinner with Entertainment
- Evening Show at Savannah Theatre
- Guided Tour of St. Simons Island
- Guided Tram Tour of Jekyll Island
Savannah Tour Photos
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Savannah Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 4 Nights Lodging –
4 consecutive nights in the Savannah area - 8 meals
(4 breakfasts, 4 dinners)
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch (own your own en-route)
- Dinner (included)
- Check into Savannah area hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Trolley Tour of Savannah (Hop-on Hop-off)
(see extraordinary architectural marvels, beautiful oak-lined streets and lovely town squares) - Free time on historic River Street featuring unique 18th century ballast stone streets and 19th century cotton warehouses that are now home to fine eateries, unusual shops and antique galleries.
- Lunch on your own
- Dinner with Entertainment (included)
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of St. Simons Island
(Take a stroll among moss-draped oaks or shop at the interesting boutiques and specialty shops in the historic area.) - Guided Tram Tour of Jekyll Island
(See how the nation’s wealthiest citizens like J.P. Morgan and William Rockefeller lived and played – including a stop at what was once the exclusive “Millionaires Club.”) - Dinner (included)
- Evening show at the famous Savannah Theatre
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Magnificent Beaufort “Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands”
(Beaufort’s history dates back to the 1500’s. It’s striking mansions and scenery served as the backdrop for several major motion pictures including “The Big Chill” and “Forrest Gump”. - Tour the Parris Island Marine base
Highlights: Iwo Jima Monument, Parade Field and the Parris Island Museum. – 22,000 men and women complete their training here each year. - Dinner (included)
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Arrive Home
Savannah Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double) | $875.00 | 1/30/2026 |
| (1) Single | $1,074.00 | 1/30/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Savannah Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $72.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $72.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Savannah Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: January 30, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in next section)
________________________________________
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Savannah“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK SAVANNAH TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before you’re registered). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
Have questions about this tour?
Email tours@andersontraveltours.com
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MIAMI, FORT LAUDERDALE
and KEY WEST, FL
May 3-9, 2026
Join us on a tour to Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Key West and escape the cold for great weather in south Florida!
ADA NOTICE: This tour is NOT suitable for mobility impaired individuals. It requires extensive walking on uneven sidewalks and natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Tour Details
May 3-9, 2026
(6 Nights / 7 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2224851
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd
Hueytown, AL 35023
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach transportation
- 6 nights lodging:
4 consecutive nights in Miami area - 9 meals:
6 breakfasts, 3 dinners - Full-Day Guided Tour of Miami
- Coral Castle
- Florida Keys Scenic Highway and Seven Mile Bridge
- Visit Key West
- Hop-On Hop-Off Conch Train Tour ticket in Key West
- Sightseeing Cruise down the “Venice of America” river in Fort Lauderdale
- Visit Hollywood Beach “Broadwalk”
- Admission to Flamingo Gardens in Ft. Lauderdale
Tour Photos
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Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 6 Nights Lodging –
4 consecutive nights in the Miami area - 9 meals
(6 breakfasts, 3 dinners)
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch and Dinner
(own your own along the way) - En Route Hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Dinner (included) at a local restaurant
- Check into your
Miami area hotel
for 4 nights
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Miami, Florida
(Miami Beach, South Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Holocaust Museum, Brickell, Downtown, Venetian Pool, Port Miami, Miracle Mile, Fontainebleau Hotel, Ocean Drive, Versace Mansion, Millionaires Row and much more) - Visit the Coral Castle.
On the Register of National Historic Places since 1984, Coral Castle Museum draws visitors looking to uncover the mystery of how one man single-handedly and secretly carved over 1,100 tons of stone. - Dinner (included) with Entertainment
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Journey along the Florida Keys Scenic Highway. Highlighted by the crystal clear waters and tropical breezes, the drive is one of the greatest in America, its panoramic, scenic views in great abundance.
- Make your way across Florida’s renowned, Seven Mile Bridge (one of the longest bridges in America) to arrive in Old Key West.
- Enjoy a Hop-On / Hop-Off Conch Train Tour in Key West and learn about the unique history of the area.
- Free time to Explore Key West and lunch on your own.
(there’s plenty to see and do: Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, Key West’s famous southernmost point in the United States monument, the Key West Cemetery, shop on Duval Street to Clinton Street Market, stroll down cigar alley or Front Street, visit historic landmarks, museums, browse unique Caribbean artwork, watch the sun set at Mallory Square, and much more) - Dinner (on your own) in Key West. Try unique local delicacies, cocktails and of course award-winning key lime pie!
- Return to your Miami area hotel (we will not return to the hotel until around 10:00pm – it’s a full day until after sunset in Key West)
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit oceanfront Hollywood Beach “Broadwalk.” (named one of America’s best beach boardwalks) Admire the Atlantic Ocean while strolling this brick-paved promenade or relax at one of its many cafés and eateries.
- Lunch (on your own) on the Hollywood Broadwalk.
- Sightseeing Cruise down Fort Lauderdale’s New River the “Venice of America,” , sailing through Millionaire’s Row with homes of the Rich and Famous, spectacular Mega Yachts, and sights beyond belief.
- Dinner (included) at a local restaurant
DAY 6 - Breakfast at hotel
- Check out of your Miami hotel.
- Visit Flamingo Gardens, a 60-acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie, FL (near Ft. Lauderdale). Enjoy a narrated tram ride through 42 remote acres and see some of the last original jungle growth in South Florida. Travel through a native hammock of 200 year-old Live Oaks, a tropical rainforest, fruit groves, mitigated wetlands, Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary (and even feed flamingos).
- Lunch (on your own) inside Flamingo Gardens
- Dinner (on your own) along the way
- En Route Hotel
DAY 7 - Breakfast at hotel
- Arrive Home
Miami Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $1,218.00 | 2/24/26 |
| (2) Single | $1,537.00 | 2/24/26 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Miami Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $96.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $132.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: Feb 24, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in next section)
________________________________________
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Miami“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK MIAMI TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before you’re registered). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
Have questions about this tour?
Email tours@andersontraveltours.com
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INDIANA COUNTRYSIDE AMISH ADVENTURE
July 5-10, 2026
Join us on a tour to the Amish Countryside of INDIANA and explore the history, land, lifestyle, crafts and cuisine of the Amish culture.
ADA NOTICE: This tour is not suitable for some mobility impaired individuals. It requires walking blocks at a time on uneven sidewalks and natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Indiana Tour Details
July 5-10, 2026
(5 Nights / 6 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2293023
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd, Hueytown, AL 35023
2nd Pickup (if we have enough travelers from the area): 8:30 am
Hayden/Corner Park and Ride off I-65N
171 Alabama Highway 160, Warrior, AL 35180
Note: our 2nd pickup location will be determined by the location of the majority of travelers from one area. We may modify a 2nd pickup location to benefit the most guests.
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Indiana Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach transportation
- 5 nights lodging:
3 consecutive nights in Indiana - 8 meals:
5 breakfasts, 3 dinners - Full Day Guided Tour of Indiana’s Amish Country
- Tour of an Amish Homestead
- Authentic Amish Dinner
- Admission to the show “Loves Comes Softly” at the Blue Gate Theatre
- Admission to Menno-Hof – “The Amish & Mennonite Story”
- Authentic Wagon Tour and Feeding at Cook’s Bison Ranch
- Visit to nationally recognized Shipshewana Trading Place and Downtown Shipshewana
- Explore Amish Country Goods at Eash Sales and E & S Foods
- Visit Kentucky Derby Museum
Indiana Tour Photos
(click photos to enlarge)
Indiana Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 5 nights lodging:
3 consecutive nights in Indiana - 8 meals:
5 breakfasts, 3 dinners
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch and Dinner (own your own en-route)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville, KY
- Lunch on your own
- Dinner (included)
- Check into your Shipshewana area hotel for a 3 night stay.
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Indiana’s Amish Country
(see local sites such as the famous barn quilts, Brown-Swiss Dairy Barn, seasonal gardens and other sites in the Shipshewana area. - Visit Downtown Shipshewana
- Lunch on your own and free time for shopping
- Tour an Amish Homestead
(See the Amish Lifestyle close-up as you tour an Amish Farmhouse. You’ll also have an opportunity to experience an expedition to visit an Amish craftsman at work, such as a Furniture Maker, a Rug Weaver, or a Leather Smith. The craftsman will provide a narrated demonstration of their work, focusing on the importance of the craft, and the traditions related to Amish culture. - Enjoy an Authentic Amish Dinner at an Amish Homestead
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Cook’s Bison Ranch for an unforgettable experience.
(Take a Scenic Wagon Tour of their majestic ranch while seeing the bison up-close and even feeding them too if you wish! Your tour will conclude at “Buffalo Treasures Gift Shop” to bring home a memento. - Enjoy shopping and lunch on your own at Shipshewana Trading Place
(ranked one of the top five flea markets in the country, offering everything from handmade crafts to unique antiques and delicious treats) - Visit the Menno-Hof Interpretive Center
(This immersive journey through the Amish and Mennonite story features a guided audio-video presentation and six distinct rooms that provide deep insights into Amish history and beliefs. One of these rooms includes a tornado simulation! You’ll gently feel the wind whip and theatre shake as you engage with the powerful experience of nature.) - Dinner (included)
- See the show “Loves Comes Softly” at the Blue Gate Theatre
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Check out of Hotel
- Explore Amish country goods at Eash Sales and E & S Foods
(Located next to each other, these stores offer a one-of-a-kind Amish tailored experience where you can buy unique Amish foods and see how Amish culture makes handcrafted home décor. - Check into En-route hotel
DAY 6 - Breakfast at hotel
- Check out of hotel and Depart
- Lunch (on your own)
- Arrive Home
Indiana Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $970.00 | 4/28/2026 |
| (1) Single | $1,275.00 | 4/28/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Indiana Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $72.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $96.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Indiana Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: April 28, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in last section)
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Amish“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK INDIANA TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before skip this). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
Have questions about this tour?
Email tours@andersontraveltours.com
CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO LIST OF ALL 2026 TOURS
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MACKINAC ISLAND and
FRANKENMUTH, MI
Aug 15-22, 2026
Join us on a Michigan tour and explore the Lake Huron and Lake Michigan area of Mackinaw City and beautiful Mackinac Island. (did you know Mackinaw and Mackinac are both pronounced “Mackinaw”? Mackinac is the French spelling with a silent “c” that’s pronounced “aw.” When Mackinaw city was built they changed the spelling to the way it sounds with the “aw.” We’ll also make two stops in the charming town of Frankenmuth, known as “Little Bavaria” for it’s German heritage and architecture, and visit Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland.
ADA NOTICE: This tour is NOT suitable for mobility impaired individuals. It requires extensive walking on uneven sidewalks, hills, stairs and some natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Mackinaw Tour Details
August 15-22, 2026
(7 Nights / 8 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2273880
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd
Hueytown, AL 35023
2nd Pickup (if we have enough travelers from the area): 8:30 am
Hayden/Corner Park and Ride
(off Exit 284 on I-65N)
171 Alabama Highway 160
Warrior, AL 35180
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Mackinaw Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- 7 nights lodging (4 consecutive nights in Northern Michigan)
- 12 meals:
7 breakfasts, 5 dinners - Guided Tour of Mackinaw City
- Ferry Ride to Mackinac Island
- Guided Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour (see Arch Rock, Lilac Lane, Grand Hotel, etc.)
- Free time on Mackinac Island
- Boat ride through the Soo Locks
- Free time and sight-seeing in Sault Sainte Marie
- Shopping at Mackinaw Crossings
- Admission to Colonial Michilimackinac
- Two visits to town of Frankenmuth “Michigan’s Little Bavaria
- Visit Bronner’s Christmas store
Mackinaw Tour Photos
(click photos to enlarge)
Mackinaw Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 7 nights lodging:
4 consecutive nights in Northern Michigan - 12 meals:
7 breakfasts, 5 dinners
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch and Dinner
(own your own en-route) - Check into En-route hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Frankenmuth
“Michigan’s Little Bavaria” - Lunch on your own in Frankenmuth
- Visit Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland
- Dinner (included)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Dinner (included)
- Check into Michigan hotel
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Sault Sainte Marie, MI
- Cruise through the Soo Locks.
- Free time and lunch on your own in Sault Sainte Marie.
(Watch ships enter and depart the locks from the observation area or browse the unique local shops and boutiques.) - Visit the Tower of History. (enjoy the spectacular panoramic view from the observation deck)
- Dinner (included)
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Ferryboat ride to Mackinac Island where the only mode of transportation is by Horse and Carriage.
- Take a guided Carriage Ride Tour of the island and see splendid sites like the Grand Hotel, Arch Rock and much more.
- Free time to explore Mackinac Island and have lunch on your own
- Ferryboat ride back across the Straits of Mackinac
- Dinner (included)
DAY 6 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Mackinaw City
- Visit Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
- Free time to shop at Mackinaw Crossings
- Lunch on your own at Mackinaw Crossings
- Tour Colonial Michilimackinac
(a 1700’s era fort and village) - Dinner (included)
DAY 7 - Breakfast at hotel
- Check out of hotel and depart
- Visit Frankenmuth “Michigan’s Little Bavaria”
- Lunch on your own in Frankenmuth
- Dinner (on your own en-route)
- Check into En-route Hotel
DAY 8 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Arrive Home
Mackinaw Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $1,452.00 | 6/8/2026 |
| (1) Single | $1,802.00 | 6/8/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Mackinaw Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Pay Within |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $96.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $132.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Mackinaw Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: June 8, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in last section)
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Mackinaw“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK MACKINAW TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before skip this). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
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SOUTH DAKOTA
Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse,
Badlands, Custer State Park
plus
Devils Tower, WY and
Yellowstone, MT
Sep 19 – Oct 1, 2026
Join us on a tour to South Dakota, Wyoming and Montana. Experience the mystical Black Hills, spectacular Badlands National Park and awe-inspiring Mount Rushmore Memorial Park. Take in the magnificent scenery marvel at the amazing wildlife along the Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park. Travel back in time to the old West in Deadwood and explore the High Plains Western Heritage Center in Spearfish. Visit the inspirational Crazy Horse Memorial and learn about history in the Borglum Historical Center and Journey Museum. Visit the famous Corn Palace “the agricultural show-place of the world” and do some shopping in the town of Wall. Journey to Wyoming and explore Devils Tower National Monument, an astounding geologic feature. Continue the journey to Montana at tour Yellowstone National Park and see sights such as Mammoth Hot Springs, the Old Faithful geyser and much more!
ADA NOTICE: This tour is NOT suitable for mobility impaired individuals. It requires extensive walking on uneven sidewalks, hills, stairs and some natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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South Dakota Tour Details
Sep 19-Oct 1, 2026
(12 Nights / 13 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2256355
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd
Hueytown, AL 35023
Note: if we have enough guests from one area, we will offer a 2nd pickup location at the Morris exit parking lot.
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
South Dakota Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- 12 nights lodging
(4 consecutive nights in SD) - 22 meals:
12 breakfasts and 10 dinners - Badlands National Park
- Crazy Horse Memorial
- Mount Rushmore Memorial
- Guided Tour of Deadwood
- Journey Museum
- High Plains Western Heritage Center
- Borglum Historical Center
- Tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park
- Devils Tower National Monument, WY
- Guided Tour of Yellowstone National Park, MT
- Famous Corn Palace
- City of Wall
- Gateway Arch in St. Louis
- and much more!
South Dakota Tour Photos
(click photos to enlarge)
SD, WY and MT Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 12 nights lodging:
4 nights in SD - 22 meals:
12 breakfasts, 10 dinners
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch and Dinner
(own your own en-route) - Check into En-route hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch
(own your own en-route) - Dinner (included)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Badlands National Park
- Visit the City of Wall and Famous Wall Drug Store
- Dinner (included)
- Check into SD hotel
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour begins at the Borglum Historical Center where you’ll learn the history of Gutzon Borglum, the sculptor of Mount Rushmore.
- Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Tour the Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park
- Dinner with entertainment (included)
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the High Plains Western Heritage Center
- Guided Tour of Deadwood, SD
- Free Time in Deadwood (lunch on your own)
- Dinner (included)
DAY 6 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Journey Museum and learn the history of the Black Hills
- Lunch on your own
- Visit the Crazy Horse Memeorial
- Dinner with entertainment (included)
DAY 7 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming
- Lunch on your own
- Dinner (included)
- En-route hotel
DAY 8 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Trail End Historic Site in Sheridan, WY
- Dinner (included)
- En-route hotel
DAY 9 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Yellowstone National Park
- Lunch (on your own)
- Dinner (included)
DAY 10 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own)
- Dinner (included)
- En-route hotel
DAY 11 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Famous Corn Palace
- Lunch (on your own)
- Dinner (included)
- En-route Hotel
- DAY 12
- Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own)
- Dinner (on your own)
- En-route Hotel
- DAY 13
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Gateway Arch Riverfront and Museum, St Louis
(you can choose to go up into the arch for a fee or tour the museum and riverfront for free) - Lunch (on your own)
- Arrive Home
South Dakota Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $2,786.00 | 7/12/2026 |
| (1) Single | $3,898.00 | 7/12/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
South Dakota Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Pay Within |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $201.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $291.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
South Dakota Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: July 12, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in last section)
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “South Dakota“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK SOUTH DAKOTA TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before skip this). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
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MAINE with BAR HARBOR
Oct 9-19, 2026
Join us on a tour to Maine and experience the area’s coastal charm and vibrant fall foliage. We’ll visit Portland, Freeport, Kennebunkport, Bath, Boothbay, Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. You’ll view iconic lighthouses and scenic coastal drives, enjoy fresh lobster and experience the beauty of autumn in New England along the way.
ADA NOTICE: This tour is NOT suitable for mobility impaired individuals. It requires extensive walking on uneven sidewalks, hills, stairs and some natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Maine Tour Details
Oct 9-19, 2026
(10 Nights / 11 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2272015
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd
Hueytown, AL 35023
Note: if we have enough guests from one area, we will offer a 2nd pickup location (if it’s along our trip route) to benefit the majority of the group.
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
- We have an agreement for our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist parking lot for the duration of our trip.
- You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Maine Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- 10 nights lodging
(5 nights in Maine) - 18 meals:
10 breakfasts and 8 dinners - Guided Tour of Portland
(Maine’s largest city-by-the-sea) - Guided Tour of Kennebunk and Kennebunkport
- Tour of the Victoria Mansion
- Visit to the Maine Maritime Museum
- Tour of Percy & Small Shipyard
- Visit to Boothbay Railway Village, including a vintage train ride
- Visit to the Seashore Trolley Museum and countryside trolley ride
- Guided Tour of Acadia National Park
- Admission to Woodrow Wilson Presidential Museum in VA
- Admission to Boott Cotton Mill Museum in Lowell, MA
- Visit National Harbor, MD
Maine Tour Photos
(click photos to enlarge)
Maine Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 10 nights lodging:
5 nights in Maine - 18 meals:
10 breakfasts, 8 dinners
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch and Dinner
(own your own en-route) - Check into En-route hotel
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Museum, housed in an adaptively renovated chateau style mansion adjacent to Woodrow Wilson’s Birthplace.
- Lunch
(own your own en-route) - Dinner (included)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Dinner (included)
- Check into Maine hotel
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of the seaside city of Portland. View Longfellow’s boyhood home and sea captains’ houses and stop at Portland Head Lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth (the most photographed lighthouse in America).
- Free time and lunch on your own at the historic Portland waterfront, home to unique shops and eateries.
- Tour the Victoria Mansion, an elegant historic home featuring spectacular architecture, stunning interiors, and exquisite, original furnishings.
- Dinner with entertainment (included)
DAY 5 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Maine Maritime Museum, located on a 20-acre campus on the banks of the Kennebec River in “The City of Ships,” Bath, Maine. The museum connects people to the past, present, and future of Maine’s waterways and their global reach.
- Tour of the Percy & Small Shipyard, America’s only surviving shipyard site where large wooden sailing vessels were once built.
- Explore Boothbay Railway Village, featuring 28 historic structures. You can take a ride aboard the Narrow Gauge Steam Train, marvel at the antique auto exhibit, see an immense model railroad exhibit, authentic boxcars, and much more!
- Dinner (included)
DAY 6 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of the Maine coastal villages of Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. See Dock Square in Kennebunkport, and follow Ocean Avenue along the Atlantic Ocean. Drive by the estate of President George H.W. Bush at Walker’s Point, and see the coastline comparisons of Kennebunk beaches.
- Explore the gardens and shrines of the St Anthony Franciscan Friary
- Free time to shop and eat lunch in downtown Kennebunkport.
- Visit the Seashore Trolley Museum and enjoy a trolley ride on an authentically restored streetcar through the Maine countryside.
- Enjoy a Lobster Dinner (other options will be available as well)
- Visit the L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport.
DAY 7 - Breakfast at hotel
- Check out of hotel and depart for Bar Harbor
- Free time to shop, explore and eat lunch on your own in Bar Harbor
- Guided Tour of Acadia National Park (47,000-acre Atlantic coast recreation area)
- Dinner (included)
- Check into Bangor, ME hotel for the night
DAY 8 - Breakfast at hotel
- Tour Boott Cotton Mills Museum in Lowell, MA.
- Lunch
(on your own en-route) - Dinner (included)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 9 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit National Harbor in MD, a unique waterfront wonderland of shopping, dining, and more.
- Lunch own your own at National Harbor
- Dinner (included)
- Check into En-route hotel
DAY 10 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit William King Museum of Art in Abingdon, VA
- Lunch and Dinner
(on your own en-route) - Check into En-route hotel
DAY 11 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch
(on your own en-route) - Arrive Home
Maine Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $2,158.00 | 8/2/2026 |
| (1) Single | $2,990.00 | 8/2/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Maine Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Pay Within |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $166.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $201.00 | 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Maine Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: Aug 2, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in last section)
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Maine“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK MAINE TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before skip this). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
Have questions about this tour?
Email tours@andersontraveltours.com
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BILTMORE ESTATE and ASHEVILLE, NC
Nov 30-Dec 3, 2026
Join us on a Christmastime tour to explore the majestic Biltmore Estate, beautiful Asheville North Carolina, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and the Billy Graham Chapel at The Cove.
ADA NOTICE: This tour may not be suitable for some mobility impaired individuals. It requires walking several blocks at a time on uneven sidewalks and natural terrain. Guests must climb at least 7 steps unassisted to board the motorcoach. Some attractions, restaurants, restrooms, etc. will not be accessible / ADA compliant.
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Biltmore Tour Details
Nov 30-Dec 3, 2026
(3 Nights / 4 Days)
Tour Operator: Diamond Tours, Inc.
Tour Number: 2269362
Travel Agency: Anderson Travel and Tours
~ At least one Travel Agent will travel with each tour group
Departing: 8:00 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
1343 Hueytown Rd, Hueytown, AL 35023
2nd Pickup (if we have enough travelers from one area along our tour route, we will add a 2nd stop that benefits the majority of the guests).
Parking: We have people who drive to travel with us from all over the state of Alabama (and some from other states).
~ We have an agreement to allow our cars to remain in the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church parking lot for the duration of our trip.
~ You may also have someone drop you off.
Hotel: If you need a pre or post tour hotel night(s) to be closer to the pickup location, let us know and we will give you a quote. If we have a lot of people driving in, we will negotiate a group rate for a hotel.
Biltmore Tour Price Includes:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- 3 Nights Lodging
(in the Asheville area) - 6 Meals:
3 breakfasts and 3 dinners - Guided Tour of Asheville, NC
- Full day visit to the Biltmore Estate
- Guided Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Visit to the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center
- Visit to the Billy Graham Training Center and Chapel at The Cove
Biltmore Tour Photos
(click photos to enlarge)
Biltmore Tour Itinerary:
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Tour Director
- 3 nights lodging:
Asheville, NC area - 6 meals:
3 breakfasts, 3 dinners
DAY 1 - Depart
- Lunch (own your on en-route
- Dinner (included)
- Check-in to
Asheville area hotel
for 3 night stay
DAY 2 - Breakfast at hotel
- Visit the spectacular Biltmore Estate
(America’slargest privately owned home) - Explore the Biltmore House and Gardens
- Visit the Antler Village and Winery
(Biltmore’s village that connects the estate’s present and past, providing a relaxing place for dining, shopping, historical exhibits, and new ways to experience Biltmore’s hospitality. - Dinner with entertainment (included)
DAY 3 - Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Tour of Asheville
(Downtown Asheville features more Art Deco architecture than any other southern city outside of Miami Beach and the beautiful St. Lawrence Basilica.) - Lunch on your own in Asheville
- Continue the tour for a drive on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, America’s most visited National Park unit and known as “America’s favorite drive”.
- Visit the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center and see “The Blue Ridge Parkway – America’s Favorite Journey”, a 24-minute film shown in High Definition surround sound and using breathtaking aerial photography.
- Visit the Billy Graham Training Center and Chapel at The Cove.
- Dinner (included)
DAY 4 - Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch (on your own en-route)
- Arrive Home
Biltmore Tour Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Final Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $743.00 | 9/23/2026 |
| (1) Single | $903.00 | 9/23/2026 |
Cancellations / Refunds:
- $25 cancellation fee per person after the deposit is made.
- After final payment, travel insurance must be filed to receive a refund.
Biltmore Travel Insurance Pricing
| Guests Per Room | Cost Per Guest | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|
| (2) Double | $72.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
| (1) Single | $72.00 | within 14 days of deposit date |
*** NOTE ***
Your Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of the date of your deposit for it to include pre-existing conditions. (link to purchase in registration section)
Biltmore Payment Dates:
DEPOSIT
$75.00 per person
(due at booking)
TRAVEL INSURANCE
purchase online within 14 days of deposit date
FINAL PAYMENT
Due: Sep 23, 2026
How to PAY
Trip Deposits and
Final Payments:
We can only accept checks.
Travel Protection Plan:
Pay online with a
credit or debit card.
(details in last section)
Make deposit and final payment checks payable to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
Mail to:
Anderson Travel & Tours
975 Pickens Drive
Hueytown, AL 35023
Please write “Biltmore“
on the memo line of your check.
BOOK BILTMORE TOUR
COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING 5 STEPS to Register:
1. Registration Form
2. Terms-Conditions Form
3. Register to get Group Emails (if you have traveled with us before you are already subscribed – skip this)
4. Mail your Deposit or Full Payment
5. Purchase your Travel Insurance (within 14 days of deposit date)
STEP 1: click red button to complete registration form:
STEP 2: click black button to sign terms and conditions:
STEP 3: click orange button to sign up to receive our group emails (we will use this to communicate details of the trip with the tour group). DO NOT skip this step or you will not receive trip information (itinerary, updates, packing and parking instructions, etc.) If you ALREADY receive our emails you CAN skip this step (TIP: if you’ve been on a tour with us before skip this). But, if you have a new email you can update your profile with this button link.
STEP 4: Mail your deposit of $75.00 per person or full payment to Anderson Travel and Tours. (see details in the “How to Pay” section above)
STEP 5: click yellow button to purchase your travel insurance. You will not receive a refund if you must cancel after final payment without travel insurance. You will pay for the insurance online with a credit or debit card. NOTE: If your Travel ConfidentⓇ Protection Plan is not purchased within 14 DAYS of your deposit date, it will NOT cover pre-existing illnesses!
Travel Protection Plan
Have questions about this tour?
Email tours@andersontraveltours.com
CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO LIST OF ALL 2026 TOURS