Chautauqua & Jamestown, NY

Comedy & Culture in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region

Tucked into timeless landscapes - enchanted mountains, tranquil lakes and bountiful vineyards - you'll find gracious hospitality and vibrant communities in the Lake Erie-Chautauqua region. Plus, you can walk in the footsteps of Lucille Ball in her hometown!

Highlights of this tour include:

A 3-night stay at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel – a Four Diamond waterfront hotel located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake • Visit the Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center in Lucy’s hometown, which celebrates the legacy of Lucille Ball - a television pioneer and the first woman to head a major television production company - explore the lives, careers, and legacy of the “First Couple of Comedy” • Experience exact re-creations of the studio sets of the most beloved TV comedy of all time — I Love Lucy— including the Ricardos’ New York City apartment and their Hollywood hotel suite • Take a “LucyTown” driving tour which showcases significant and historic locations and venues that represent aspects of Lucille Ball’s life and career — from I Love Lucy murals to her schools, various residences, and final resting place • Tour the National Comedy Center – the official cultural institution and museum dedicated to presenting the vital story of comedy and preserving its heritage for future generations (Recently named "Best New Museum" in the country by USA Today) • Visit the Genesee Country Village & Museum - the largest living history museum in New York State, encompassing the Historic Village, Nature Center, and John L. Wehle Gallery. In the Historic Village, 68 buildings from the 19th century range from a pioneer farm to a Victorian mansion, each bringing history to life • Enjoy an optional wine tasting at a local winery • Chautauqua County's northern border includes nearly 50 miles of Lake Erie shoreline, creating ideal conditions for grape growing and winemaking - explore the region's 150-year grape heritage and the important role of the Concord grape and the Welch family at the Grape Discovery Center • Services of a Professional Tour Director • Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation • Plus, 1 Night Hotel Accommodations in upstate New York in each direction

Tour Departs from Concord, NH ~ Maximum of 36 passengers

Activity/Accessibility: This tour includes periods of walking on uneven outdoor surfaces, as well as periods of standing. Outdoor activities take place rain or shine.

Payment Terms: $150 per person deposit; plus the cost of Travel Protection, if purchased, required at time of reservation. Final payment due 90 days prior to tour departure.

• A 3-night stay at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

• Visit the Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center

• Take a “LucyTown” driving tour

• Tour the National Comedy Center

• Visit the Genesee Country Village & Museum

• 1 Night Hotel Accommodations in upstate New York in each direction

• Services of a Professional Tour Director

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation

Tour Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Included Meals: 5 Breakfasts / 2 Lunches / 3 Dinners

Tour Inclusions:

• Hotel accommodations, including taxes

• Meals as indicated, including gratuities

• Admission to attractions, guided tours, and entrance fee as noted

Tour Exclusions:

• Meals that are not included on the published itinerary

• Gratuities to your coach driver (recommended $4-$6 per person, per day), tour director (recommended $6-$8 per person, per day), any local guides (recommended $2-3 per person), and housekeeping staff (recommended $2-3 per room/day) are not included in your package

• All items and expenses of a personal nature

• Optional Travel Protection