OpSail 2012
1812 Bicentennial Event - A Sspectacular 30-Mile Long Parade of Ships

June 7-10, 2012
4 days 3 nights   

On the horizon lies a historic American milestone, an extraordinary occasion for the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia...the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, the writing of the Star Spangled Banner, planned together with the spectacle of OpSail 2012.

OpSail and the US Navy are bringing tall ships and naval vessels, to the Port of Norfolk, home of the largest Naval Base in the world.

Events will range from the traditional Parades of Sail, ship tours, spectacular fireworks, concerts and festivals, educational events and programs.

When the great fleet arrives, each ship brings its own distinct human cargo of worldwide cultures to share with all. The international vessels will be manned by hundreds of military officers, cadets and crew... the best and the brightest. And though the sailors hail from all parts of the globe, each speaks the same language of brotherhood, the language of the great sea.

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • Norfolk Naval Station
  • Spirit Tall Ship Lunch Cruise
  • Parade of Sails
  • Norfolk Harborfest
  • Norfolk Botanical Gardens
  • Chrysler Museum of Art
  • Nauticus
  • Dinner onboard the Battleship USS Wisconsin
  • Watch Spectacular Fireworks Display
  • Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
  • Dolphin Watching Cruise
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk
TRIPS INCLUDES
  • Round trip commercial airfare from Indianapolis
  • Airport transfers
  • Home Pick-up & Return
  • 3 nights accommodations
  • Baggage handling
  • 6 meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch cruise, 2 dinners
  • Welcome Reception
  • Motorcoach transportation
  • Attractions highlighted in itinerary
  • All taxes and gratuities (except tour director,
    local guide(s) and driver)
  • Professional Tour Director
  • Operated by an Interlude Travel Partner
 
PRICING DETAILS (Cost per Person)*
Double $1,569
Single $1,739
Deposit $350 per person
Balance Due March 4, 2012
Cancellation Insurance: $121 (D), $134 (S)
*Air departure from Indianapolis included; airfare pricing subject to change. Call for pricing from other departure cities.
TRAVEL ITINERARY

Day 1: Indianapolis / Norfolk Va
Arrivals to Norfolk International Airport. Today we’ll have free time to stroll along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk to enjoy the beach, shopping, and dinner on your own. Evening group welcome reception includes beer, wine, cheese and light snacks. Holiday Inn Select, Norfolk Airport, Norfolk, VA

Day 2: Norfolk Naval Station / Parade of Sails / Spirit Tall Ship Lunch Cruise / Norfolk Harborfest
Begin the morning with a narrated tour of the Norfolk Naval Station, homeport of the US Atlantic Fleet. See the Parade of Sails from our Spirit Tall Ship lunch cruise. This afternoon we’ll stop at the biggest outdoor dock party in Hampton Roads, the Norfolk Harborfest. Tons of food, beer, gifts, music and events to keep you busy. Dinner this evening included at the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant serving premium hand crafted beer. Holiday Inn Select, Norfolk Airport, Norfolk, VA (B,D)

Day 3: Norfolk Botanical Gardens / Chrysler Museum of Art / Nauticus and Dinner Onboard USS Wisconsin
Visit the Norfolk Botanical Gardens by tram. Stop for free time and lunch on your own at MacArthur Mall. This afternoon we’ll tour the Chrysler Museum of Art. Later visit the Nauticus, an exciting science and technology center. Enjoy an extraordinary dinner event onboard the USS Wisconsin, one of the largest Battleships ever built. Conclude the evening viewing spectacular fireworks. Holiday Inn Select, Norfolk Airport, Norfolk, VA (B,D)

Day 4: Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center / Dolphin Watching Cruise / Virginia Beach Boardwalk
After breakfast and checking out enjoy a visit to the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, one of the top marine science museums in the country. Depart on a Dolphin Watching Cruise. Free time on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk to enjoy lunch on your own, before we transfer to the airport. (B)

Cancellation policy: if insurance is not purchased, cancellation charges are: 95 days and earlier: full refund; 94-61 and less days prior to departure: $350 plus the cost of any non-refundable airline tickets; 60 days and less: no refund.
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