Mississippi River Cruise

September 14

* Take advantage of convenient departure options in INDIANA, ILLINOIS, IOWA, or MINNESOTA as we make our way to Dyersville, Iowa.
* We’ll visit the If You Build It, Exhibit Museum, where you’ll step into the world of the 1989 film Field of Dreams. Discover behind-the-scenes history, movie memorabilia, and interactive displays. You don’t need to be a baseball fan to appreciate the magic of this timeless story.
* Next, we’ll head to the Field of Dreams Movie Site, where the film’s magic comes to life. Take a tour of the historic house where the movie was filmed, enjoy a conversation with a ghost player, and dine at the Barn, the location where key scenes were shot.
* For the duration of the trip, we will be staying overnight at the Holiday Inn in Dubuque, or similar accommodations.

September 15

* Today, we set out to explore Dubuque, Iowa’s oldest town. We’ll begin with a visit to St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, home to the fifth-largest collection of Tiffany stained glass windows.
* Next, we’ll take a ride on the Fenelon Place Elevator, a 296-foot funicular rising from Fourth Street to Fenelon Place.
* Enjoy lunch at Convivium Urban Farmstead, then tour their urban farm and gardens while learning about their mission to provide healthy food.
* At the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, we'll explore exhibits on wildlife, including stingrays, otters, and alligators, along with interactive displays.
* End the evening with a 4-hour Historic Progressive Dinner, visiting historic sites in Dubuque. Enjoy delicious food, entertainment, and music as local historians and guides share the history of 19th-century Dubuque.

September 16

* Today we’ll cruise down the Mississippi River on the Celebration Belle. Savor a delicious full hot lunch buffet and a prime rib dinner buffet, accompanied by live entertainment. Experience the Captain’s narration as you take in the sights of locks, dams, and local wildlife.

September 17

* After breakfast, we’ll head to Betty Jane Candies to shop for homemade chocolates and sweets, or a similar stop.
* Return home with wonderful memories and photos from your adventure to share with family and friends

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner