Once Upon A Branson Christmas

A Shared Departures by MARS Tour

November 18-22, 2024

Don’t miss the magic! Plan now for the “Once Upon A Branson Christmas Tour”.

Enjoy seasonal festivities including eight toe-tapping holiday performances, amazing meals, spectacular light displays, & genuine Branson hospitality laced with festive holiday cheer.
Tour Pricing Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation, 4 nights’ accommodation,  baggage handling, 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners, admissions, entrance, and guide fees as stated in the itinerary, including taxes, and gratuity (excluding gratuity for guides and driver).
  Highlights:
  • Silver Dollar City Theme Park
  • Clay Cooper Theater
  • Country Express Morning Christmas Show
  • The SIX Christmas Show
  • The Duttons’ Christmas Show
  • Showboat Branson Belle Luncheon Cruise
  • Sight & Sound Theatre
  • Down- Home Country Christmas Show & Buffet
  • College of the Ozarks
  • Ralph Foster History Museum
  • Haygoods Christmas Show

Itinerary:
Day 1 - Monday, November 18, 2024
  • Travelers arrive to the Springfield, MO, airport and transfer via motor coach to check-in to the Hilton Branson Convention Center.
  • Meet your group in the hotel lobby and depart for Silver Dollar City Theme Park for ‘An Old Time Christmas’ event filled with traditional and magical Christmas activities. Returning in 2024, Rudolph’s Holly Jolly Christmas Light Parade floats through the park twice every night. Dinner vouchers are included.
  • Depart and return to your hotel for the evening.
  Day 2 - Tuesday, November 19, 2024
  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning.
  • Enjoy the special Clay Cooper's Country Express Christmas Show which has something for everyone with 25 entertainers on stage, great visual effects and a variety of music - old & new country, rock n roll, gospel, and patriotic! The singing, dancing, and hysterical comedy will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. In November and December, this show features an Ozark Mountain Christmas Celebration that has become a "MUST SEE" in Branson. The first half is filled with highlights from the regular season show, and the second half is ALL Christmas! Family-friendly fun you don't want to miss!
  • Stop for lunch on your own at Gettin’ Basted Barbecue, known for its classic southern fare and delicious “hot & ready” items.
  • Arrive for seating at The SIX Christmas Show. SIX is a vocal group made up of six brothers, Barry, Kevin, Lynn, Jak, Owen, and Curtis Knudsen. The other four brothers, (ten in all - no sisters) work behind the scenes.
  • Enjoy a delicious included dinner this evening at Starvin’ Marvin’s Seafood Buffet.
  • Arrive at The Dutton Family Theater for The Dutton Family Christmas Show. The 15-member Dutton Family are international touring and recording artists playing everything from bluegrass to classical in their shows, featuring a variety of instruments: violin, guitar, bass, viola, banjo, mandolin, keyboard, harmonica, and drums, among others. The Duttons' have not only won recognition in national fiddling contests, and as studio musicians, but have also garnered praise and awards in classical violin competitions. In addition to their instrumental virtuosity, the Duttons' are accomplished singers and dancers and have been recognized as superb vocal talents. Behind the scenes, The Duttons' collaborate to create unique production ideas for their shows delighting audiences. The show is self-produced by the family including choreography, musical arrangement, technical support, production, and marketing, the end result of which is the audience streaming from the theater proclaiming, “This is the best show I have ever seen in my life!”
  • After the show, return to your hotel for the evening.
  Day 3 - Wednesday, November 20, 2024
  • Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning.
  • Enjoy a free morning exploring Branson Landing where the adventurous shop, dine, play, and stay! Discover Lake Tanevcomo’s waterfront shopping beautifully decorated for the holiday season.
  • Board the Showboat Branson Belle for a Christmas Show!  Your experience also includes a delicious three-course luncheon prepared fresh in the ship's galley and time sailing along on beautiful Table Rock Lake. Cruise, dine, and be entertained this Christmas aboard America's Most Entertaining Lake Adventure!
  • This afternoon, visit Sight & Sound Theatre for the “Miracle of Christmas - Live Onstage”. Journey alongside Mary and Joseph, a flock of surprised shepherds, and 3 wisemen along with their camels at this unique production of the biblical Christmas Story. Experience MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS as it comes to life on stage with massive sets and live animals in this cherished holiday production.
  • Disembark and return to your hotel for the evening.
  Day 4 - Thursday, November 21, 2024
  • Enjoy breakfast at your leisure this morning.
  • Mid-morning, depart to take your seats at the Down- Home Country Christmas Show, followed by the Grand Country Buffet luncheon, a delicious feast for everyone in the group.
  • Explore the College of the Ozarks with a student Guide. The institution provides the opportunity for students to work campus jobs to help pay for part of their tuition. The students’ remaining expenses are covered through scholarships provided by gifts and contributions from donors who support the school’s effort to allow students to graduate debt-free.
  • Discover the history of the Ozarks region at the Ralph Foster History Museum on the College of the Ozarks campus. The museum houses artifacts representing everything from archaeology, history, firearms, antiques, numismatics, natural history, fine arts, geology, and mineralogy.
  • A wonderful Farewell Dinner is included this evening at Jackie B Goods Uptown Café where you can fill up on their impressive Chicken Buffet.
  • Afterwards, delight in viewing the Haygoods Christmas Show at Clay Cooper Theatre. 5 Brothers + 1 Sister, performing on 20+ instruments, playing together for 32 years in Branson, 7,000 concerts, and over 6 million fans worldwide.  Incredible Music. Amazing Special Effects. World Class Production and Mind-blowing Special Effects - One Insanely Talented Family!
  • Return to your hotel for the rest of the evening.
  Day 5 - Friday, November 22, 2024
  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning.
  • Airport transfers begin at 10am.  Merry Christmas!
 
 

PACKAGE PRICING INFO:

  • $1939 Standard Double Occupancy Package
  • +$360 Single Package Supplement
  • $250/per person due to confirm reservation.
  • Balance due September 3, 2024.  The final documents will be sent 30 days prior to departure. It is the agent's responsibility to forward the information to the client. Agents may hold up to 10 seats under no obligation.  Additional seats may be booked based on confirmed bookings and availability at the time of request.

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