Depart today for St. Charles, Missouri where a local guide conducts a tour of this historic city. See the Lewis & Clark Boat House, the state’s first State Capitol and historic buildings dating from the 1760’s. Tonight, your welcome dinner is in historic downtown St. Charles. Meal: D

Depart for Branson and stop at the Lebanon Route 66 Museum. Get a glimpse into the history and progression of Route 66. In Branson, check into your hotel. Dinner is at the Grand Country Buffet to enjoy a delicious dinner reminiscent of a meal at Grandma’s house. Tonight, reserved seats are waiting at the powerhouse vocal band SIX. For over 20 years, the group of six real brothers take musical entertainment to a whole new level and their Christmas Show includes holiday classics such as Carol of the Belles, Silent Night and Go Tell It on the Mountain. Meals: B, D

The morning begins at the Clay Cooper Theatre. Here, experience Clay Cooper’s Christmas Country, a variety show with an endless highenergy performance making this a show you won’t want to miss! Take the time to enjoy lunch at the Pickin’ Porch Grill located right inside the Mall. There is also homemade fudge, hand dipped ice cream and specialty coffees. At the College of the Ozarks, take a student-led tour of the campus. Every full-time student works at a campus job in lieu of paying tuition. Dinner today is on campus at the Keeter Center. Tonight, enjoy the three-time Grammy award winning Texas Tenors as they bringing their amazing Deep in the Heart of Christmas show back just in time for the holidays. After the show, be dazzled by a ride through the Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru, Branson’s premier holiday light extravaganza. See over a mile of mesmerizing displays, featuring over 250 all-new creations for 2027. Meals: B, L, D

Begin the day with one of Branson’s true showmen, Doug Gabriel. Enjoy his Ultimate Variety Show which highlights timeless classics, today’s hits and Doug’s unique talent while paying the only guitar in the world fashioned out of a 1969 Thunderbird muffler. Lunch in included at the Hard Luck Diner. After time for shopping, climb aboard the Showboat Branson Belle. The unique Christmas experience features festive decorations, music, dancing, comedy, all set during a scenic two-hour cruise while enjoying dinner. This evening, head to King’s Castle Theater for the spectacular Christmas Wonderland. See one of Branson’s largest holiday productions as its sparkling cast of singers and dancers takes you on a musical sleigh ride. Meals: B, L, D

After breakfast, make your way back home. Meal: B