26003 Love Along the River: St. Charles & St.Louis
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Trade winter's chill for a weekend of warm hospitality, fascinating history, and St. Louis charm!
View Dates & BookTour Includes:
• Deluxe Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation
• On-Board Friendly Host
• 2 Nights hotelAccommodations
• 3 Meals
• 1 Kickback Reception
• Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum
• St. Charles Historic District
• Guided Tour of The Fabulous Fox Theatre
• City Foundry
• Once Upon a Valentine on Main
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Tour Pricing:
$620 pp Double | $730 Single
Non-Members Please Add $30
Day 1
History and Charm in St. Charles
Settle in aboard your deluxe Windstar motorcoach and relax as we roll south toward Missouri’s gateway city. The journey includes comfortable stops and plenty of sightseeing from your window seat before our first destination—the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum in St. Charles. Step back into the days of the great expedition as you explore full-scale replicas of keelboats, fascinating Native American artifacts, and exhibits highlighting the natural wonders and challenges faced by the Corps of Discovery. Don’t miss the breathtaking Missouri River Walk—the largest indoor mural in the state!
Just a few minutes away, the Historic Main Street District of St. Charles invites you to wander through more than a hundred locally owned boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops. From gourmet spices and handcrafted jewelry to antiques and art, this riverside district offers a perfect mix of nostalgia and novelty.
As evening sets in, we’ll check into the Drury Plaza Hotel Chesterfield, where comfort meets convenience. Enjoy the Drury’s famous Kickback Reception—a complimentary light dinner and drinks—or head out to one of the nearby restaurants for dinner on your own. Rest up, because tomorrow we explore the heart of St. Louis!
Day 2
Culture, Craft & Creativity
After a hearty hotel breakfast, we begin our day with a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the Fabulous Fox Theatre—a 1929 masterpiece known as one of the most magnificent theatres in the world. Gilded ceilings, Moorish design, and a storybook atmosphere await as you uncover the theatre’s glamorous past and peek into areas few visitors ever see.
Next, we’ll head to City Foundry STL, an energetic food hall and marketplace housed in a reimagined industrial complex. Grab lunch on your own from one of the many local eateries—everything from tacos to Thai street food—and take in the creative vibe that makes this one of St. Louis’s trendiest gathering places.
Our afternoon features a tour of the legendary Anheuser-Busch Brewery, where you’ll discover how tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation blend to create one of America’s most iconic beverages. Then, we visit the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, a hidden gem in the Central West End. Enjoy a guided tour through the world’s largest chess-piece collection, learn about the game’s rich history, and even take part in a lighthearted chess lesson.
Tonight, gather with fellow travelers for a group dinner at a local favorite restaurant, where good food and great company make the perfect finale to a fun-filled day.
Day 3
Love and Laughter in St. Charles
Following breakfast, we bid farewell to Chesterfield and make our way back to St. Charles for a whimsical celebration—Once Upon a Valentine on Main. This lively micro-festival offers something for everyone: romantic strolls, quirky entertainment, creative vendors, and even a few tongue-in-cheek “anti-Valentine” attractions. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or just here for the laughter, this one-of-a-kind event will leave you smiling.
As the afternoon winds down, we’ll board our Windstar motorcoach for the journey home—hearts full, shopping bags filled, and memories made with friends old and new.
Activity Level 3: MODERATE
Expectations: Expect a moderate amount of walking. There will be time to rest on the coach and between attractions. To enjoy this tour, you should be prepared to walk slightly longer distances, climb stairs and tolerate periods of standing, for example on city walks, sightseeing stops or ship excursions. The daily pace and timing can fluctuate significantly between longer and shorter travel days, with additional activities possibly occurring in the early morning or evening. There may be some changes in altitude or temperatures. Please be aware that on tours with flights and cruises you will be required to handle your own luggage and walk longer distances in airports and cruise terminals. In addition, you may need to handle your own luggage at hotels where luggage handling is not available.
Appropriate for: Most travelers beginning with those who are moderately fit, lead semi-activ lives, are comfortable participating in long days of activities and expect some physical exertion.
Deposit & Final Payment: A $100 deposit per person is required within one week of reservation. Must be paid in full by January 3, 2026.
No refunds will be issued after 5:00pm on January 3, 2026.
Payment Methods:
Cash, checks, credit/debit cards and money orders are accepted. Make checks payable to Windstar and mail to 3211 Division Street, Burlington, IA 52601. There is a $30 fee for insufficient funds or returned checks. Credit/debit card payments (Visa, Mastercard and Discover) are subject to a 4% processing fee.
Travel Protection:
We recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. Please call to inquire about travel protection options.
A final departure letter packet will be sent approximately 10-14 days prior to the departure date. This will contain the scheduled departure times and locations, as well as other important information in regards to your upcoming tour. If the tour involves overnight accommodations, luggage tags will be provided as well.
Windstar Travel, parking lot owners and shopping center management assume and accept no responsibility for the safety of your vehicle or its contents at the place of departure. If you choose to park and leave your vehicle there, you do so willingly and at your own risk. If you choose to leave your vehicle, please park only in the areas designated in your final tour information packet. Vehicles not parked in the indicated areas may be subject to towing and all expenses incurred are the responsibility of the owner.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Davenport, IA | 8735 Northwest Blvd. | BTW Building 1st Right past Blain's Farm & Fleet; on the left |
| Ft. Madison, IA | Lee County Historical Society 814 10th St. |
| Mediapolis, IA | Mepo Foods 111 N. Wapello Rd. |
| Muscatine, IA | Wal-Mart 3003 US-61 |
| Wapello, IA | Family Dollar | Dollar Tree 503 US 61 |
| West Burlington, IA | BTW Depot 906 Broadway |
