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Tours & Experiences in Burlington IA
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Public Daytime Sailing Cruise
Experience the beauty of Lake Champlain from a unique perspective aboard classic Friendship Sloops, Friend Ship and Wild Rose. With a maximum of 10 guests, this intimate sailing adventure is perfect for anyone looking to escape the ordinary. Bring your own food and drinks to enhance your journey while our friendly crew ensures a safe and enjoyable trip. Listen to fascinating stories about the region's history as you glide through the stunning landscapes surrounded by mountains.
- Sail aboard historic Friendship Sloops with intricate craftsmanship
- Maximum of 10 guests for a personal and intimate experience
- Bring your own food and drinks, with amenities provided
- Knowledgeable crew sharing local stories and legends during the cruise
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Public Sunset Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain
Witness the captivating Burlington sunset while sailing across Lake Champlain on a classic Friendship Sloop. This two-hour cruise offers an unparalleled view of the Adirondack Mountains as you relax and enjoy the charming atmosphere. With a licensed captain and deckhand onboard, safety and enjoyment are top priorities. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite food and drinks to create a personalized experience. Discover the rich history and unique geological features of Lake Champlain as you sail to different highlights, making each cruise a memorable adventure.
- Duration: 2 hours of scenic sailing on Lake Champlain
- Maximum of 10 guests for an intimate experience
- Bring your own food and drinks; ice water provided
- Explore unique landmarks and enjoy the historical stories from the crew
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Small Group 5-Day Tour Vacation Package in Vermont
In Spring and Summer, we offer 5-day guided tours around the state of Vermont. With a maximum of six customers per tour, our Vermont tours are an intimate experience that feels like traveling with a group of friends
Note: If flying to Vermont (Burlington International Airport), we ask that you arrive the night before the tour begins. We will pick you up at your hotel in Burlington at 9:00 AM on the first day of the tour.
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Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain (6 Passengers)
Enjoy a sailing experience like no other as you cruise Lake Champlain guided entirely by the wind—making every journey unique. Along the way, your captain shares local stories while navigating scenic routes that may include landmarks such as:
• The world-famous geological feature 'Champlain Thrust Fault'
• A few of the over 70 named islands
• Marked shipwrecks from the 1800's
• The first lighthouse ever built on Champlain in 1825
• Breathtaking views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains
• Cliff-jumpers at Lone Rock Point and Red Rocks
• Champ!
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Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain 12 Passengers
Set sail on Lake Champlain aboard the classic Friendship Sloop, where stunning views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains await. This private two-hour cruise accommodates groups of 2 to 12, allowing you to share the experience with friends or family. Bring your favorite food and drinks to savor while our knowledgeable crew shares tales of the lake's rich history, including shipwrecks and the first lighthouse built in 1825. Enjoy the gentle sway of the boat and the calming waters as you discover the beauty of Vermont from a whole new perspective.
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Public Sunset Picnic Boat Cruise on Lake Champlain
Set sail on Lake Champlain aboard the charming Buttercup for a two-hour sunset picnic cruise. This unique experience invites you to bring your own food and drinks, all while enjoying stunning waterfront views and the company of up to five friends. The friendly Captain will navigate the waters, allowing you to relax and savor the moments. As you glide across the lake, take in sights like the Champlain Thrust Fault and the first lighthouse built on the lake. This is the perfect chance to unwind after a long day with good food, great views, and memorable conversations.
- Two-hour BYO food and drink cruise on Lake Champlain
- Comfortable seating with canopied protection and restroom on board
- Explore notable sights including shipwrecks and breathtaking mountain views
- Suitable for ages 13 and up, accommodating groups of up to 6 guests
Free cancellation
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Public Daytime Picnic Boat Cruise
Discover the beauty of Lake Champlain aboard Buttercup, where every cruise offers a blend of stunning views and captivating stories about the lake's rich history. Enjoy a leisurely outing on the water, perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to immerse themselves in the scenic landscapes of Vermont. Choose from regular cruises or arrange a private charter for a more personalized experience. Departing from the Burlington Community Boathouse, this is a great way to relax and take in the sights of one of America’s most beautiful lakes.
- Scenic cruises showcasing the stunning landscapes of Lake Champlain
- Hear engaging stories about the lake's history and significance
- Options for private charters or regular cruises available
- Convenient departures from the Burlington Community Boathouse
Free cancellation
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Private Daytime Picnic Boat Cruise (Up to 6 Passengers)
Set sail on Lake Champlain for a one-of-a-kind adventure where the route is guided entirely by the wind—ensuring no two cruises are ever the same. As you glide across the water, your captain shares local stories while exploring some of the lake’s most fascinating sights. These may include:
• The world-famous geological feature 'Champlain Thrust Fault'
• A few of the *over 70* named islands
• Marked shipwrecks from the 1800's
• The first lighthouse ever built on Champlain in 1825
• Breathtaking views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains
• Cliff-jumpers at Lone Rock Point and Red Rocks
• Champ!!!
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Burlington's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
From the chilling tales of the Ghosts of the Shanty to the haunted site of Nectar’s to the serial killer HH Holmes, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of Burlington’s haunted history, uncovering the stories that have shaped this city. Go at your own pace, anytime. This is a location aware walking tour and the app plays the stories as you walk. The tour never expires, go as many times as you want.
Free cancellation
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Dubuques Historic Downtown GPS Self Guided Walking Tour
The tour will start at the majestic Saint Raphael's Cathedral, stroll through Dubuque’s historic downtown, and end at the grand Dubuque County Courthouse. You'll see churches, statues, famous sites, a railraod, clocks and so much more. And you'll discover the story of Dubuque. Go anytime, at your own pace. This is the best deal in town. The tour is location ware and plays as you walk.
Free cancellation
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Burlington Bash Scavenger Hunt
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!
Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Free cancellation
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Burlington Private Trolley Transport for Special Events
Elevate your special occasion with a private trolley transportation from us. Ideal for weddings, birthdays, and family gatherings, this classic trolley offers comfortable and flexible transportation tailored to your needs. Customize your experience by choosing your route, schedule, and level of narration while enjoying the journey with up to 32 guests. Bring your decorations, food, and drinks to match your celebration's theme.
- Perfect for weddings, parties, and group celebrations
- Fully customizable with various routes and durations
- Comfortable seating for up to 32 guests
- Enjoy a social atmosphere while traveling together
Free cancellation
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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Des Moines by Zombie Scavengers
Zombie Scavengers takes you on an adventure in Des Moines to survive the zombie apocalypse! Use our app and some strategy to find a list of items needed to survive, in any order you'd prefer, around the city. Find the survival items to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Contrive a plan to get your survival team the most points in order to survive the apocalypse! Your remote host will follow along virtually and provide support if you need it. Can you survive the apocalypse in Des Moines?
Free cancellation
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Burlington Signature Guided Brewery Tour
Learn about Burlington Vermont’s thriving brewpub scene and taste up to 12 types of beer on the Signature Burlington Brew Tour! Get an inside look at how beer is made, and enjoy a delicious snack on us. Visit three local craft breweries to explore artisan beers and Vermont's rich history and culture. Round trip transportation in our air-conditioned, beer-themed van is included.
Free cancellation
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Personal Guided Tour of the Covered Bridges of Madison County
Travel the back roads through the heart of Madison County under the wing of one of our guide experts, who are all residents of Madison County. Madison County's world-famous covered bridges were the inspiration behind, and the setting of the novel by Robert James Waller and the 1995 film "The Bridges of Madison County", starring Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep.
Six of the original nineteen covered bridges remain, making Madison County the Covered Bridge Capital of Iowa. Five of the bridges are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Each two-hour personal guided tour includes information about the construction and history of the bridges, the movie production, and a variety of other local historical information. You will visit three of the county's most popular covered bridges and have a chance to walk through them and take plenty of photographs.
Free cancellation
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The Ultimate Chocolate Tasting
A chocolate tasting guide will lead you through a tasting of six chocolates while also sharing how chocolate is grown and what really goes into crafting high quality, premium chocolate. After the tasting, enjoy shopping the full selection of confections like caramels, clusters and truffles, plus factory seconds! Cap off your visit with a cup of "America's Best Hot Chocolates" with a house made marshmallow or with a scoop of their award-winning small batch ice cream in a freshly chocolate dipped waffle cone.
Free cancellation
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1 Hour Narrated Burlington Trolley Tour
The Trolley is a 32-seater, all-weather vehicle operating year-round and is ADA accessible. It is an all-season trolley.
As we drive on this tour, we shall highlight some historical sites and things you must do before you leave Burlington.
Burlington is a four-season city, so do not forget to check the weather and carry your sunglasses, sunscreen, raincoats, cameras, and water bottles depending on the weather.
Free cancellation
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Farrar School Paranormal Investigation
Guests will embark on a 4 Hour Paranormal Investigation of Sam and Colbys Haunted Farrar Elementary School. This storied location has a prolific history of hauntings spanning the last decade. Guests will be guided through the building by our local investigative team All guests will have a full arsenal of Ghost hunting equipment at their disposal!
Free cancellation
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Des Moines Dash Scavenger Hunt
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!
Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Free cancellation
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An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines
Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration!
Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza.
Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll!
Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Make every day an adventure!
Free cancellation
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Kayak Rentals at Quarry Springs Outfitters
240 Acres of Clear, Spring-Fed Water
Established in Quarry Springs Park in 2017 to provide exciting and fun paddlesport recreation to the central Iowa area. Quarry Springs Outfitters offers Single and Multi-Passenger Kayaks with Paddles and PFD's included.
Free cancellation
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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Davenport by Zombie Scavengers
Survive an apocalypse in Davenport today with Zombie Scavengers! An app will provide you with a list of items needed to survive the zombies. Find these items in any order you'd like and perform fun zombie themed challenges for points. Come up with a system to get the most points in order to survive the zombie apocalypse. Your friendly remote host will help you throughout the game via chat. Get enough points to survive the zombie apocalypse in Davenport today!
Free cancellation
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Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Burlington Beauty
Let’s Roam leads the charge as the top app-guided adventure hunt provider! Wander through the city's most iconic landmarks and discover hidden gems while tackling trivia questions and thrilling challenges. Whether you're collaborating with your team or engaging in friendly competition, each step brings new facts and unforgettable experiences.
Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it's a spontaneous outing, a lively bachelorette party, a festive birthday celebration, or a dynamic corporate team-building event! Each participant selects an interactive role, ensuring that every challenge is tailored to their strengths and interests. Get ready to explore, compete, and create lasting memories with Let’s Roam!
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Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Ames IA
Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Ames.
Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Refer to ‘Meeting Point’ for the starting locations. See images for route.
Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant.
Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.
Free cancellation
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Burlington Scavenger Hunt Interactive Experience
Discover the vibrant history and progress of Burlington on a captivating scavenger hunt walking tour. Starting at the innovative ECHO Leahy Center, this interactive adventure leads you through the city’s landmarks, where you can capture memorable photos, solve riddles, and uncover intriguing trivia, such as Burlington's connection to Ben & Jerry's. With an app-guided format, you can choose your own pace, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples. Enjoy a unique blend of sightseeing and fun as you culminate your journey with a whimsical leapfrog photo-op at the Fletcher Free Library.
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Davenport City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Wacky Walks
Use an app to explore Davenport in this fun royal scavenger hunt! In Wacky Walks, you will compete in royal tournaments to determine a King or Queen throughout the game. The King/Queen will lead the team in finding items around the city and doing challenges for points. Take a photo of the item or completing the challenges through the app. The goal of the game is to keep your King/Queen title the longest and gain as many points as possible during your game. You can play for as long as you choose, in any area of the city you'd prefer. A remote host will be chatting with you throughout the game if you need help. Come play Wacky Walks in Davenport today!
Free cancellation
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Arrival Transfer from Burlington Airport to Killington and Okemo
Book your private Arrival transfer from Burlington Int Airport (BTV) to Killington/Okemo Mountain Ski Resort.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
Our transfers will provide you with such services: meeting with a name plate, door-to-door delivery, no hidden fees, clean cars and professional drivers, which will make your trip more comfortable and safe. We guarantee the quality of the services provided.
Free cancellation
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Small Group Wine & Cider Tour in Vermont
No matter the occasion—whether it's an anniversary, birthday, corporate event, day out with friends, or a girls' getaway—you'll likely need a designated driver, and that's where we come in.
With a maximum of six customers per tour, this experience is intimate and feels like traveling with a group of friends! We are a small boutique tour company with over decade of experience!
Available in spring and summer only, this guided tour visits three Vermont wineries, one hard cidery, and other local attractions. Most wines in Vermont are crafted from hybrid grape varieties suited to the harsh climate.
When booking a hotel for this tour, please choose a location in either the Burlington, South Burlington or Killington areas. We offer door-to-door pick-up service!
Available Wednesday – Sunday ONLY
Free cancellation
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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Davenport by 3Quest Challenge
3Quest Challenge scavenger hunt of Davenport takes you on an adventure in the city! To play, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city (given to you in riddle form). You will also perform challenges to gain points! The items and challenges are separated into 3 quests. Complete each quest one by one to finish 3Quest Challenge. To make the game even more of a challenge, you can set a time limit for yourself to see if you can complete all quests! During the game, a remote host will be chatting with you in case you need help or a hint. See if you can do all 3 quests in Davenport today!
Free cancellation
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Creative Cedar Rapids Scavenger Hunt
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!
Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Free cancellation
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When to Visit Burlington IA
Cruise season patterns based on scheduled ship visits and passenger volumes
Summer Season
Jun – Aug
3,088 estimated passengers across 8 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Autumn Season
Sep – Nov
3,474 estimated passengers across 9 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Cruise Lines Visiting Burlington IA
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