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Mississippi River Road Gems: Devotion & Deliciousness

From $499.00 per adult · 2-Days, 1-Night hours ·

Enjoy a charming 2-day Mississippi River getaway to Dubuque filled with French gourmet dining, historic estates, craft brewery tastings, Tiffany-stained glass, blooming botanical gardens, and a stay at the elegant Hotel Julien. Travel comfortably with guided tours, curated meals, and every detail taken care of.

Price:

Land-Only Package:
$499 per person in a Double, Triple, or Quad Room
$575 per person in a Single room

Length: 2-Days, 1-Night hours

Dates & Times: Wednesday, June 17th – Thursday, June 18th, 2026

Distance:

26 guests max, led by a fun, expert guide.

Step away for a thoughtfully curated one-night, two-day tour that blends faith, history, and the timeless beauty of the Mississippi River.

Vegetarian Options

To enjoy a vegetarian-friendly tasting, you must notify us when you book. Sorry, but we can’t accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences.

Highlights

Devotion & Delicousness

From scratch French gourmet lunch made by Nuns at Saint Francis Hermitage
Special guided tour and afternoon tea with author Mary Elise Antione at Villa Louis Historic site
Tour and tasting at Potosi Brewery
Guided tour of Dubuque, IA
Tour St. Luke’s Stained Glass Window
Visit Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Progressive style lunch visiting three Dubuque historic sites and enjoying an appetizer, entrée, and dessert at each stop
Enjoy some surprise sweet treat samples and entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions?

What is the price?

Land-Only Package:

$499 per person in a Double, Triple, or Quad Room
$575 per person in a Single room

Trip Length

2-Days, 1-Night

Dates

Wednesday, June 17th – Thursday, June 18th, 2026

Where does the tour meet?

Woman’s Club of Wisconsin at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 17

Address: 813 E Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Where does the tour end?

Woman’s Club of Wisconsin at about 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18th. We could arrive back a little earlier or later, depending on traffic today.

What's included?

Accommodation: 1 night at the Hotel Julien in Dubuque, IA

Meals: Enjoy 3 Meals (1 breakfast, 2 lunches) as outlined in the itinerary.

Activities:

From scratch French gourmet lunch made by Nuns at Saint Francis Hermitage
Special guided tour and afternoon tea with author Mary Elise Antione at Villa Louis Historic site
Tour and tasting at Potosi Brewery
Guided tour of Dubuque, IA
Tour St. Luke’s Stained Glass Window
Visit Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Progressive style lunch visiting three Dubuque historic sites and enjoying an appetizer, entrée, and dessert at each stop
Enjoy some surprise sweet treat samples and entertainment

Transportation: Private motorcoach transportation between destinations for the duration of the entire tour.

Local Guide: Fully escorted tour with an experienced guide to ensure a seamless experience.

Gratuities: All gratuities for meals and attractions are included

Taxes and Service Charges: All applicable taxes and service charges included.

What's not included?

Parking Fees: You may park at the private surface-level parking lot at the Woman’s Club of Wisconsin or a local nearby parking lot. If you need help with parking suggestions, please give us a call.

Meals & Beverages: We include most meals during the tour. However, there may be occasions when lunch or dinner is not provided, allowing you the opportunity to explore local restaurants. Your Tour Director will be available to point you in the right direction and offer suggestions for places to eat during free time.

Gratuities: Gratuity for your Tour Director and Driver is not included. We recommend $7-$10 per person, per day for your Tour Director and Driver. You may want to bring an envelope with cash for the Tour director and Driver on the last day.