After arriving at the Buffalo International Airport, we’ll make our way to Jamestown, New York, where we’ll check into our lakefront hotel.

We begin the day with a visit to the Robert H. Jackson Center to learn about his enduring impact as a former US Supreme Court Justice, US Chief Prosecutor at Nuremberg, and past Jamestown resident. Learn about Lucille Ball’s life as we tour LucyTown with larger-than-life murals, statues, and more. Savor a delicious meal while watching your favorite I Love Lucy episodes at the re-created Tropicana Club, Ricky Ricardo’s famous Manhattan nightclub. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the I Love Lucy show at the Luci Desi Museum and learn about comedy in America at the National Comedy Center. Meals: B, D

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll discover the science and technology used in creating Pyrex, Corelle, and Optical Fiber at the Corning Museum of Glass. Watch a breathtaking glass blowing demonstration as master glassmakers twist and turn glowing gobs of molten glass to create sculptures, vases, bowls, and more. Spend time on your own in Watkins Glen on the southern shores of Seneca Lake, enjoying a leisurely lunch or strolling the cafes, shops, and museums on historic Franklin Street. The sights and sounds of Seneca Lake are best experienced from the water as we cruise along this ageless body of water to see Hector Falls, Native American paintings on the east shore cliffs, and more. Meals: B

Explore the It’s a Wonderful Life Museum dedicated to this holiday classic movie with recreated sets and interactive exhibits. Learn the story of the struggles for civil rights, human rights, and equality at the historic Women’s Right’s National Historic Park and the National Women’s Hall of Fame. We’ll enjoy a wine-paired meal at a local winery. We’ll explore the Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park, one of the nation’s most extensively preserved Victorian era estates. Sit back and relax as we enjoy dinner on the double-decker, paddle wheel boat as we cruise the Canandaigua Lake. Meals: B, L, D

This morning, we head to the Letchworth State Park, known as the “Grand Canyon of the East”. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls. Visit the William Pryor Letchworth Museum with Native American and pioneer artifacts and Civilian Conservation Corps materials. Enjoy lunch together at the Glen Iris Inn with stunning views of the Middle Falls and Letchworth Park. Meals: B, L

Take an unforgettable journey aboard the Hornblower for spectacular views of the Niagara Gorge, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls, along with an up-close look at the iconic Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Travel via cable car across the international border between Canada and the United States for views of the swirling Niagara Whirlpool and the river’s rapids as we soar across the Niagara Gorge. From the most towering turbine to the tiniest detail, uncover the fascinating stories hidden within the historic Niagara Parks Power Station. Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the Falls at Skylon Tower and ride to the top of the observation deck with spectacular views of Niagara Falls. Meals: B

Take a picturesque ride along the Niagara River with views of grape vineyards, fruit orchids, beautiful homes, and historical monuments. Visit a local winery and sample the exquisite wine. Spend time on your own in the quaint village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, with its boutique shops, cast-iron planters bursting with flowers, and horse-drawn carriages transporting riders to another time and place. Tonight, we’ll have dinner and a show at the Greg Frewin Theatrical Center, known for its world-class magic shows and tribute bands. Meals: B, D

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll depart for Buffalo, New York, for our return flight home. Meals: B