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ONLINE RESERVATIONS HAVE CLOSED; SEATS ARE STILL AVAILABLE BUT ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE ON-SITE AT THE TOUR DESK BEGINNING ON SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2008 AT 8:00 AM.

metroConnections and the Family Motor Coach Association welcome you to Saint Paul July 14 - 17. Below are the exclusive tours available to FMCA attendees.

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Tour schedule with pricing is located directly below the available tours

Discover Germany in Minnesota
Discover Germany in Minnesota New Ulm is famous for its authentic German Heritage. We'll stop at the New Ulm Visitor Center for mini-apple strudel, coffee, and lemonade.And no visit to New Ulm is complete without a stop at the August Schell Brewery. Lunch today will be authentic German delights
Stillwater: Birthplace of Minnesota
Located on the St. Croix River, Stillwater lays claim to be Minnesota's oldest town and the birthplace of the Minnesota Territory in 1849. Our tour guide will provide a riding tour of this enchanting old river town and take us behind the scenes of Stillwater’s history. We will enjoy lunch at The Lowell Inn, a wine tasting at Northern Vineyards Winery, dessert at Savories, and time for shopping on own.
Twin Cities Highlights Tour
Today we will experience a sampling of what makes the Twin Cities fantastic. During the three-hour tour, our guide will provide commentary on the downtowns of Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding areas.
St. Paul's Notorious Past
Baby Face Nelson, Machine Gun Kelly, Creepy Karpis and Ma Barker are familiar names in America during Prohibition. St. Paul was a favorite hang-out for these criminals and more. This Capital city was more than a quiet, picturesque river town and today our guide will show you the other side. Stops will be made along the route at the Landmark Center, and Wabasha Street Caves.
Mississippi Riverboat Cruise and Lunch
Enjoy an afternoon aboard an authentic sternwheeler-the pride of the 19th century-for a cruise on the Mighty Mississippi River.
Historic Minnesota
Our day begins in St. Paul, Minnesota’s charming historic capital city. Magnificent Art Deco and Victorian reminders of the past nestle next to sleek skyscrapers, giving this Capital City an Old World charm. Our guide will provide commentary on Rice Park, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Landmark Center, Children’s Museum, Mickey’s Diner, The Fitzgerald Theater, Minnesota History Center and the Minnesota State Capitol.
Metropolitan Quilting Madness
Our first stop had the honor and distinction of being one of the top ten quilt shops from Better Homes and Gardens in 2001. Bear Patch Quilting Co. in White Bear Lake is stocked with over 5,100 bolts of fabric - you will be sure to find something special for your next project.

Tour Registration

Monday, July 14, 2008
Name Adult Child Senior Time  
Discover Germany in Minnesota $79.00 n/a n/a 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Twin Cities Highlights Tour $24.00 n/a n/a 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM


Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Name Adult Child Senior Time  
St. Paul's Notorious Past $29.00 n/a n/a 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Stillwater: Birthplace of Minnesota $59.00 n/a n/a 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Historic Minnesota $39.00 n/a n/a 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM


Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Name Adult Child Senior Time  
Metropolitan Quilting Madness $47.00 n/a n/a 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Mississippi Riverboat Cruise and Lunch $69.00 n/a n/a 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Twin Cities Highlights Tour $24.00 n/a n/a 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM


Thursday, July 17, 2008
Name Adult Child Senior Time  
Twin Cities Highlights Tour $24.00 n/a n/a 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Stillwater: Birthplace of Minnesota $59.00 n/a n/a 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM