Chicago, aka the "Windy City", remains one of the premier tourist destinations in the Midwest. Over 45 million people visit Chicago every year to discover everything from world-renowned museums, jaw-dropping architecture, delicious food, and unbeatable shopping. We are staying in Chicago for 2 nights where you can enjoy free time or join us for some optional meals and attractions.
Escorted
Studebaker Museum
Guided Tour of Notre Dame Campus
Chicago Highlights Tour
Free Time in Chicago
Willis Tower
Optional Meals and Touring Available
8 Meals Included
Motorcoach Transportation
Hotel Accommodations
Requires Extended Walking
Optional Activities
Optional activities need to be booked at the time of reservation to ensure availability. Optional activities cannot be added after the final payment due date or during the trip because they are arranged and pre-paid as a group order. The schedule of optional activities is subject to availability. We reserve the right to make revisions based on show schedules, etc.
Day 1
Today we will begin our westward journey. With stops for rest and lunch enroute, we will arrive in Westlake, OH, the location of our lodging this evening. Dinner will be on our own.
Day 2
After breakfast we will head to South Bend, IN. After an included lunch, we will visit the Studebaker National Museum where you will be able to explore the collection of approximately 120 vehicles including automobiles, wagons, carriages, and military vehicles at your own pace. We will then depart for Notre Dame Campus for a guided walking tour which highlights the Grotto, Main Building, and Hesburgh Library. We will then check-in to our lodging and enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
CB, L, DDay 3
Following breakfast we will travel to Chicago where we will meet our guide for a city highlights tour including the Magnificent Mile and Chicago's "loop". We will also have a walking tour of Millennium Park. This must-see attraction in the heart of downtown Chicago features one of the most famous icons The Cloud Gate aka "The Bean". Next, we will visit the Navy Pier for lunch on our own and free time. Afterwards, we will check-in to our Chicago accommodations and enjoy dinner on our own at one of the local restaurants.
Optional Evening Activity
Chicago River Cruise - Witness breathtaking views of the magnificent skyline and up-close perspective from the Chicago River with live narration highlighting Chicago's rich history and architectural heritage.
Day 4
After breakfast, today is yours to explore Chicago's attractions on your own or join us for one of our optional excursions. You are able to do all optional activities if desired.
Optional Morning Activity
Chicago Botanic Garden - Experience over 300 acres of vibrant landscapes on a guided tram tour. As part of our visit, you will also have the opportunity to explore the popular seasonal attractions on your own.
Optional Evening Activity
Chicago's Original Gangster Tour & Dinner - Join us for a very entertaining but unforgettable Chicago crime tour. Hear about the crimes and activities that were happening in Chicago during the 1920s and 1930s. Dinner will be included at a local restaurant.
Day 5
This morning, after breakfast, we will visit the tallest building in Chicago, Willis Tower. We will travel by elevator to the 103rd floor to The Ledge, a glass balcony extending four feet from the skyscraper. Enjoy spectacular views spanning up to 50 miles and four states. Lunch will be a famous authentic "Chicago Style" deep dish pizza. This afternoon we will begin our trek home with an overnight stay in Maumee, OH. Dinner will be on our own this evening.
CB, LDay 6
Today after breakfast at the hotel, we will travel back home. With stops for rest and lunch enroute, arrival home is scheduled for early evening.
CBPlease note
Our intention is to run each tour as originally planned and published. However, if deemed necessary to do so, Perkiomen Tours reserves the right to make changes to tour components, schedules, or itineraries without prior notification.
Tips for Perkiomen motorcoach drivers and tour escorts are not included in the price of this tour. We feel that these gratuities should be extended on an individual basis and dictated by the level of service provided.
Motorcoach seating is assigned at the time of reservation but cannot be guaranteed. Although we do our best to keep each traveler in the seat assigned at the time of reservation, there are times that it is necessary to move seat locations. Please be sure to verify your final seat number(s) with your driver at the time of boarding. Historically, daily seat rotation was practiced on most multi-day tours. We have suspended this practice for a period of time. Seat rotation will be explained by your driver or tour escort if reinstated.
Perkiomen Tours recommends that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance for your tour. Travel Insurance is purchased directly by you from a third-party of your choice. One option is Travel Safe Insurance. You can purchase insurance directly from Travel Safe through our website. www.perkiomentours.com.
To fully participate in this tour may require extended amounts of walking. There may be steps, inclines, uneven surfaces or extended periods of standing. Participants with physical limitations should take this into consideration.
CB=Continental Breakfast, B=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
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 | Contact Details | Times |
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Allentown - Motorcoach | Calvary Temple Church 3436 Winchester Rd., Allentown, PA 18104 | View | |
Easton - Shuttle | William Penn Hwy Park & Ride, near pole A-10 Rt 33, Easton, PA | View | |
Montgomeryville - Shuttle | Quality Inn 678 Bethlehem Pike, Montgomeryville, PA 18936 | View | |
Pennsburg - Motorcoach | Perkiomen Tours Office 875 Main St, Pennsburg, PA 18073 | View | |
Reading - Shuttle | Homewood Suites 2801 Papermill Rd, Reading, PA 19610 | View |
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