Ladies in Lake Geneva

DAY 1: GRAND GENEVA RESORT AND SPA

Head north to beautiful Lake Geneva, WI, and check in for a four-night stay at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, with picturesque views. Get ready to enjoy a fabulous ladies’ getaway filled with beautiful gardens, boutique shopping, and relaxation. D

DAY 2: LADY OF THE LAKE

Cruise beautiful Geneva Lake aboard the Lady of the Lake, enjoying lunch while taking in views of elegant lakefront estates, wooded shores, and the surrounding countryside. Hear fascinating stories of the area and discover why Lake Geneva has been a beloved getaway for generations. Later, return to the resort for a delightful honey tasting, where you’ll sample a selection of distinctive honeys and discover the subtle differences in flavor, color, and character. B, L

DAY 3: BLACK POINT ESTATE AND GARDENS

Begin the day with a visit to Black Point Estate, the spectacular Victorian summer retreat of Chicago beer baron Conrad Seipp. Set along Geneva Lake, this beautifully preserved Queen Anne-style mansion provides a fascinating glimpse into the elegance of Wisconsin’s Gilded Age, with original furnishings, period décor and gardens overlooking the lake. Then, trade history for the kitchen at the Lake Geneva Cooking School, where award-winning Chef John Bogan leads a hands-on cooking class filled with delicious dishes, helpful techniques, and plenty of fun. B, L

DAY 4: LAKE GENEVA AND YERKES OBSERVATORY

Enjoy a morning on your own at the resort, with options to take advantage of the spa, explore the surrounding area, or just relax. Later, head into charming Lake Geneva for lunch and shopping on your own, with plenty of opportunities to browse charming boutiques and local shops. In the afternoon, visit Yerkes Observatory, home to the world’s largest refracting telescope when it first opened in 1897. Discover the fascinating history of this landmark and its role in American astronomy, including its connection to Albert Einstein and groundbreaking research into the Milky Way. B, D

DAY 5: CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH

Gather around the table one last time for a delicious Champagne Brunch, filled with good food, conversation, and a final toast before making your way home. B

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1 – 4: Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis

Depart: July 5, 2027
Return: July 9, 2027

Price per person:

• DB $2,119
• TP/QD $1,919
• SG $2,719

Mobility Note

This tour requires moderate mobility, with walking through historic homes, resort grounds, and downtown shopping areas. A particularly important consideration is Black Point Estate, which is situated on a bluff approximately 120 steps above Geneva Lake. Guests arriving by boat must climb these stairs to reach the mansion. Yerkes Observatory also features staircases, with its historic telescope dome accessible only by stairs. Guests should be comfortable standing during guided tours, navigating occasional uneven surfaces, and boarding and exiting the motorcoach independently. Walkers and wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on this tour.

Average Temps

Lake Geneva enjoys warm summers, pleasant spring weather, and colorful autumns. Temperatures can vary considerably throughout the day, particularly near the lake, where breezes may make conditions feel cooler. Bring a light jacket or sweater for the lake cruise and cooler evenings.

Hotel Note

The AAA Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa offers a relaxing retreat surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful Wisconsin countryside. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor swimming pools, scenic walking paths, a fitness center, and the resort's WELL Spa + Salon, featuring massage treatments, facials, and salon services. Resort guests also have access to fitness classes, a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. Spa treatments require advance reservations and are available at an additional cost.

Notes on Highlights

Lake Geneva earned its reputation as a fashionable resort destination in the late 19th century, when wealthy Chicago families began building elaborate summer estates along the shoreline. After the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the area became an especially popular retreat for prominent industrialists and business leaders. Today, the lakefront remains known for its impressive architecture, beautifully landscaped properties, and timeless resort atmosphere.

One of Lake Geneva's most unusual traditions is its historic Shore Path, a public walking route that stretches approximately 21 miles around the lake. The path passes directly alongside magnificent private estates, offering a rare glimpse of gardens, boathouses, and architectural treasures that are otherwise hidden from public view. Guests with free time downtown may enjoy exploring a short portion of this picturesque route.

For a little extra pampering, guests may wish to arrange a massage, facial, or salon appointment at the Grand Geneva's WELL Spa + Salon during their leisure time. Reservations are recommended several weeks in advance, particularly for popular appointment times. The resort also offers yoga, Pilates, and other fitness classes for guests interested in beginning their morning with a little wellness.

Lake Geneva's charming downtown is filled with independently owned boutiques, specialty food shops, galleries, and sweet treats. Wisconsin is particularly well known for its locally produced cheeses, making cheese shops a fun stop for edible souvenirs. Guests may also want to look for locally made chocolates, preserves, and other regional specialties.

Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:

• Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
• Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
• Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.

Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.

Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:

• A professional Sunrise Tour Director
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Local step-on guides, including gratuities
• International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
• Admission to activities and events as indicated
• Airfare from designated airports
• Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
• Luggage handling at hotels when available

Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.

Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.

Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.

TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.

Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.

Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
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