Motorcoach Group Tours
Sample Itineraries for 2010 - 2011
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ITINERARY FOR FAITH-BASED TRAVELERS "MEET ME AT THE WELL"

Suggested 3 day, 2 night Itinerary.  Can be customized to include more days.

Includes ~  one full day touring with a step on guide that teaches on the Amish way of life ~ Heinis Cheese  ~ Lehmans Hardware ~ P Graham Dunn Inspirational Laser Engraving Gallery ~ Behalt Historical Mural ~ Dinner at the Dutch Valley Restaurant.

Day Two includes ~  Brunch at the hotel (Berlin Hotel and Suites) ~ Worship ~ Teaching Sessions ~ Off site shopping and lunch on your own ~ Dinner. 

Devotional led by Jocelyn Hamsher.

Worship led by Lisa Troyer of Circle of Friends Ministry.

Each person will receive a Meet Me At the Well work book and CD.

Contact La Vonne De Bois  goingonfaith@travelersretreat.org or call 330-893-3248

Email or call to request the profile sheet for Meet Me At The Well.

AVAILABLE YEAR AROUND WITH A MINIMUM OF 20 PEOPLE.

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"Mixing Bowls & Wooden Spoons"

You never know what we might be cookin' up for your travelers!

  • Food Demonstration and group participation!  Each traveler will get an appropriate cooking utensil used in the demonstration.
  • Serve your next meal with beautiful platters from our next stop at Wendell August Forge.
  • Simplify your life with unique, hard to find items (all non-electrical) at Lehman's Hardware.
  • Free Samples of  local, genuine Amish Country culinary foods.
  • Complete this itinerary with a variety of additional attractions and activities.
  • Call La Vonne De Bois today and ask for a proposal  330-893-3248 or email me at AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com
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"Baskets, Brides & Back Roads"

One of our most popular requests for groups!

  • Visit a Swartzentruber Amish basket maker.  She will give a demonstration.
  • Each person will receive a small egg basket.
  • Extensive back road (and we mean BACKROAD Tour!)
  • Amish Wedding Feast Dinner in an actual Amish "Case" house where many Amish wedding receptions are held.
  • We will pick three couples to sit at the "Eck" table, dressed in Amish attire!   This is so fun!
  • We'll Customize this itinerary with many of our creative ideas.
  • Call La Vonne De Bois and request a proposal  330-893-3249 or email me at AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com

 

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Let us add one of the following types of entertainment  to your itinerary.

                                                        2010 SCHEDULE

Gospel Quartets * Inspirational Concerts * Dinner Theatre Packages

Let us add any of these to your Group Tour Package

 

Grand ‘Ol Jamboree – Lunch & Dinner Theater
August 26, 27* & 28
Join us as the Atkins Family hits the road for an ALL-NEW gospel music adventure.
 
The Booth Brothers – Gospel Lunch & Dinner Concert
August 11 & 12*
With their harmony-drenched vocals and warm, easy voices, the Booth Brothers have been sharing their faith and their music fulltime since 1998.  Join us for this ever popular event that is always a sell out!
 
Andrew & Peter: a play called Fish Eyes – Lunch & Dinner Theater
September 9, 10*, & 11
December 31
Come and experience the light-hearted story of disciples Andrew and Peter, and their journey with Jesus.
 
Jungles of Love – Mystery Dinner Theater
October 21, 22* & 23
Mystery and intrigue abound as audiences help detective Perry Columbus solve this tangled crime of passion.
 
Christmas at the Inn – Lunch & Dinner Theater
November 18, 19* & 20
December 14, 15* & 16
Delightful surprises await; in this ALL-NEW musical filled with comedy and Christmas spirit!
 
2011 SCHEDULE
 
January 27 - The Book of Daniel
January 28, 29 - The Book of Daniel
 
February 24, 25, 26 - Romantic Comedy
 
March 17 - The PErry's
March 24, 25, 26 - We Go Everywhere Together
 
April 7 - Brian Free and Assurance
April 28, 29, 30 - We Go Everywhere Together
 
May 5 - The Crist Family
May 12, 13, 14 - We Go Everywhere Togethere
 
June 9 - The Whisnants
June 23, 24, 25 - Cotton PAtch Gospel
 
July 21 - The McCAmeys
July 28, 29, 30 - Cotton PAtch Gospel
 
August 10, 11 - The Booth Brothers
August 25, 26, 27 - Cotton Patch Gospel
 
September 15 - The Martins
September 22, 23, 24 - We Go Everywhere Together
 
October 6 - The Kingsmen
October 20, 21, 22 - Clues
 
November 10 - Karen PEck
November 17, 18, 19  -  Christmas At The Inn
December 1 - Legacy Five
December 13, 14, 15 - Christmas At The Inn
December 31 - The Butler Belfry
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"A Dickens of a Christmas"...Mid Nov - Mid January

  • Let "Santa" be your step on guide featuring seasonal Holiday activities and shopping.
  • Tour our local Dickens Village with over 40 scenes of 106 lifelike figures representing scenes from Victorian Society.
  • Walk through Christmas Spendor at the Reeves Mansion.
  • A show of Decorated Themed Trees at the Warther Christmas Tree Festival.  (Special dates apply)
  • Holiday meal included at a local Amish home.
  • Learn how the Amish celebrate Christmas.
  • Each person will receive a handmade Christmas card made by the family.
  • Cheese - local meats and bulk foods and winery would top this decorative itinerary.
  • Ask about the Christmas Train Ride!

PS  This tour could be made into a Holiday Grab-Bag Tour

Call La Vonne @ 330-893-3248 or email @ AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com

 

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  "A SALUTE TO OUR FOREFATHERS

Day One: Group will arrive and check in at the Coshocton Village Inn and Suites. Located in Coshocton, the heart of a Historic Canal Town, you will be greeted with a welcome reception of cookies and punch.

Relax and enjoy your dinner at the Inn. Your meal will consist of an evening buffet with Honey Glazed Baked Ham, Swiss Steak, Rice Pilaf, Buttered Red Skin Potatoes, chilled tossed salad, rolls, butter, mixed vegetables, hot and cold beverages and peach cobbler.

Take an evening splash in the in-door pool!

Day Two: Depart with your local guide after your continental breakfast buffet consisting of waffles, biscuits & gravy, muffins, rolls, cereal, juice and coffee.

offers an in-depth living history tour as costumed interpreters escort visitors along red brick paths and historical buildings. Tour the modern exhibit hall with intricate dioramas featuring the construction of the canal, a working mini lock model, and an interactive exhibit, the Discovery Room. Journey to the Village Blacksmith and witness the forging of iron the way it was done in the 1800's, print on an 1800's printing press, tour Dr. Maro Johnsons house, attend class in a one room schoolhouse and much more. Great shopping lines the streets.

A boxed lunch will be provided as we ride the canal on the Monticello III pulled by a team of work horses.

A map of the Ohio canals will be given to each person as you learn about the journey of the early canal workers.

Tour the historical part of Coshocton County with a stop at the oldest flag making company in the US.

Annin & Co. is the world’s oldest and largest flag manufacturer. Tour the factory with a seasoned employee who will tell the fascinating history of US flag making

Unusual Junction is a unique shopping and dining complex built around a historic late 1800’s train station.
You will find a selection of gourmet foods, locally made cheese, specialty foods, chocolates, sugar free candy, and one of Ohio's largest selection of hot sauces. The original sign used at the Price Is Right game show stage is on display inside the diner.


The Freight House Building is where you'll find Ohio's Premier Bridal Salon with hundreds of designer wedding gowns, prom dresses, wedding apparel and accessories. Even if your not in the market for a wedding dress, you are welcome to browse for it is very interesting!.

 

Tour one of Ohio’s premier wineries and visit their state-of-the-art wine-making facility. Our dinner will consist of a Buffet overlooking the beautiful Tuscarawas River and one of the top golf courses in the Midwest.

Return to the Coshocton Village Inn and Suites.

Day Three:

You will not need a local guide for today.

Dave Longaberger of Longaberger Baskets can be remembered as a pioneer of the popular style baskets as well as his involvement in the community. His legacy at the Longaberger Homestead is proof that he cared about the well-being of people as well

The Tour will begin with a visit to the Home Office, a 7-story market basket replica. The open-air atrium soars to the rooftop giving a breath-taking view of the “basket” handles. The Longaberger Home Office has been recognized as one of the most unique architectural structures in the world. Next stop is the Longaberger Homestead. Watch master artisans weaving Longaberger baskets and learn the manufacturing process. Also visit the Factory Outlet Store and take time to Make-A-Basket, weaving your own Longaberger masterpiece. (Basket making is not included in package price)

 Following this, travel back to the Longaberger Homestead to watch basket making as well as shop on the campus. Lunch is on your own at the Campus.

Complete this tour with a custom itinerary to include the World’s Largest Amish Community in Holmes County.

 Price guaranteed for 2009 — $249.00 Based on Double Occupancy.

Includes 2 nights lodging, tax , baggage and handling, 2 dinners and tip, all paid admissions, one lunch, and step on guide for one day. The tip for the tour guide is not included.

 Driver and Escort’s rooms and tour portions are complimentary with 25 paid travelers.

Contact La Vonne De Bois to schedule this itinerary.

330-893-3248 or AmishToursOFOhio@aol.com

 

 

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Trains, Trees and Traditions!

This package is available from November 13 -21, 2010

  • Tour the Beautiful Warther Carvings along with their annual Christmas Tree Festival
  • Train Ride with Coal Miners History along Historic Coal Mining Paths
  • Lunch at the Colonal Taylor Mansion
  • Shopping and evening light show syncronized to Christmas Music
  • We will customize this itinerary to fit your travel needs.

AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com or call La Vonne at 330-893-3248

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BBQ - BRONCOS & BACKROADS

Call for June and July 2011 Dates

 

  • Kick your tour off with a professional rodeo
  • Get your western wear, boots and accessories at our local Western Goods Store
  • Shop at an Amish owned leather belt and purse manufacturer.
  • Enjoy a  BBQ dinner at a local Smokehouse Restaurant
  • We will customize this  itinerary according to your travel times.

Call La Vonne De Bois @ 330-893-3248 or email at AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com

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A SALUTE TO VETERANS AND SPORTS HEROS

  • Featuring World War 11 Pacific - Korean War - Wietnam War - Cold War
  • DesRon 21 Ship displays - USS Helena CL 50
  • 10 Admirals Display
  • Historic and Unusual Uniforms on display
  • Plethora of Navy foul weather gear - pre World War 11 Dress Whites
  • War souvenirs, weapons, ammo, Japenese snipers net and Samurai Sword
  • Tour the Olde Main Street small American Town of 1904
  • Visit the "Cy" Young  Room (Worlds Greatest Pitcher) along with his 1906 Boston REd Sox Uniform and Woody HAyes (Greatest Foorball Coach of Ohio State from 1951 - 1979)
  • Collection of beautiful period costumes from 1860's to 1930 such as the party gown worn to President Warren G. HArdings Inaugural Ball and the original 1841 Tavern Room

This itinerary can be customized to fit your travel needs.

 

Call La Vonne @ Amish Heartland Tours and request the Salute to Veterans and Sports Heros.   330-893-3248 or email @  AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com

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EMAIL OR CALL US FOR A COPY OF OUR PROFILE SHEET

 There are many more options available as we customize all of our itineraries to meet your unique interests and needs.  To inquire about itineraries, contact LaVonne at 330-893-3248 or AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com.

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"GRAPE ESCAPES"...year round

  • Wine tastings at Local Wineries
  • Food Demo and lunch prepared by Lee Ann Miller of Amish Country Living TV
  • Cheese Factory Tour and Samples
  • Chocolate Factories and Free Samples
  • Dinner Buffet at Ravens Glen Winery and behind the scenes tour of wine making
  • Call La Vonne De Bois today for a proposal @ 330-893-3248  or email me at AmishToursOfOhio@aol.com