A Branson Christmas
November 20-23, 2008
Activity Level: Level Three

The radiance and warmth of this Branson Christmas tour captures the light of the season and is sure to put a smile on your face – an exquisitely orchestrated blend of twinkling lights, live entertainment and delightful dining creates a Christmas festival for all ages.

Day 1 We make our way to Branson and the Ozark Mountains spending the next three nights at the beautiful Welk Resort. We have a delicious “welcome” dinner at the Stage Door Restaurant and then we see one of Branson’s newest holiday productions, all at the Welk Resort.

Tony Orlando & The Lennon Sisters make Branson’s Ozark Mountain Christmas tradition become even bigger. Join America’s Sweethearts of Song and Tony “Tie-A-Yellow-Ribbon” Orlando for Branson’s newest Ozark Mountain Christmas “must-enjoy” holiday spectacular!
*Brown Bag Breakfast & Dinner included
*Welk Resort, Branson, MO

Days 2, 3 The next several days while in Branson are filled with a number of Holiday favorites and new attractions.

NOAH, the Musical at the new Sight & Sound Theater. This brand new show, which swept through the eastern U.S. like, well, a flood, continues its excitement at its Branson launch. It’s an imaginative and yet factual retelling of perhaps the best known story of the Bible – that of one man’s faithfulness, and his incredible voyage of new beginnings. With a cast of 50, you’ll witness the 40 foot high Ark being built on a 300-foot wraparound stage. You’ll see Noah’s persistence through long years of ark-building, amid the taunts of the doubters. Watch the most amazing parade ever—as two of every(well, almost every) kind of animal scramble, trot and fly through the aisles to enter the Ark. You’ll actually be there, in the ark, surrounded by hundreds of live and animatronics animals, when the first raindrops fall. You’ll see the camaraderie, cabin fever, and comic relief of eight people spending months in a floating zoo!

The OakRidge Boys Exuding an authentic representation of the energetic country sounds of the Ozarks, the Oak Ridge Boys provide a truly entertaining Christmas show. Let all of the authentic Oak Ridge Boys from the late ’70s (Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban) entertain you with a night of charismatic stage presence and amazing vocal ability.

Showboat Branson Belle Branson’s Best Show Afloat! Awarded Branson’s Best Dinner Show for 3 years in a row. Patterned after opulent turn-of-the-century paddle wheelers, the Showboat offers spectacular views from each of its four decks. You’ll delight in their latest Holiday production.

The DALENA Show Direct from Iowa – via Nashville – is the most exciting morning show - Dalena! Dalena has been described as the “here and now” of Country Music; combining traditional style with hip sophistication. Dalena is a wholesome entertainer with a far ranging appeal. You’ll hear your favorites – country, pop, and ballads, all in a spectacular Christmas production.

Branson Festival of Lights Nowhere in the nation can you experience such displays of glistening lights. The 2 mile lighting extravaganza on the Bee Creek Road features the largest animated display with over 1000 colorful figures.

Daniel O’Donnell With over 5 million albums sold world-wide, this Irish-born entertainer has a vast fan base, eager to experience his trademark combination of easy listening, rock and pop standards, country western hits and traditional Irish ballads. O’Donnell’s easy-going, entertaining on-stage personality makes each live show an ever-changing event.

College of the Ozarks Greenhouses, Edwards Mill, natural surroundings, and the Farming Museum are some of the highlights of College of the Ozarks. Your visit to this Missouri campus will surprise and delight you. Edwards Mill is naturally powered by water motion against the water wheel and offers home-made products such as quilts, jams, baskets, meal and flour.
Over 1500 students attend campus yearly, nearly all working in the various jobs available in order to pay for their schooling. Our guide at the College of the Ozarks show us the beautiful campus and tell of the history of the Ozarks. There is so much to learn at the College of the Ozarks.

*Buffet Breakfast each day, one Dinner and one Lunch included

Day 4 Today we head back to Nebraska, stopping in Kansas City for a Farewell Lunch, with wonderful memories of a Branson Christmas.
*Buffet Breakfast, Lunch included

For more information write to: tconcepts@hamilton.net or call 402-694-5731 or 800-759-1006.

To make a reservation Click Here