Laurel Highlands in Autumn
Flight 93 Memorial & Chapel, Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
Flight 93 Memorial & Chapel, Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
See the spectacular fall foliage of the Laurel Highlands and pay your respects at the Flight 93 National Memorial. Hear the account of the miraculous rescue at the Quecreek Mine Rescue Site where, in July 2002 nine miners were rescued from a flooded mine 240 feet beneath a farmer’s field. Visit the Flight 93 Memorial Chapel and the United 93 Crew Monument and see many inspirational items inside the chapel, some donated by family members of Heroes of Flight 93. Learn about the process of tapping maple trees at Brantview Maple Farms. Step back in time to the early career of the Father of our Country, George Washington at Fort Ligonier.
Departure Dates:
Tuesday, October 18 - Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Tuesday, October 18
Pay your respects at the Flight 93 National Memorial. On Sept. 11, 2015 the indoor Visitor Center was dedicated and opened to the public. Phase 3 of the Memorial is the Tower of Voices, a 93-foot tall tower with 40 large wind chimes that will "sing" in the breezes, the Voices of Flight 93.
Visit the Quecreek Mine Rescue Site where, in July 2002 nine miners were rescued from a flooded mine 240 feet beneath a farmer's field. Hear the account of the miraculous rescue, see the actual rescue capsule, the broken drill bit and many more artifacts relating not only to the Quecreek event but mining in general.
Next, a stop at the Flight 93 Memorial Chapel and the United 93 Crew Monument is sure to touch your hearts. Hear the story of the chapel's beginnings and its late founder, Father Alphonse Mascherino. See many inspirational items inside the chapel, some donated by family members of Heroes of Flight 93.
Dinner included at Oakhurst Grille.
Wed. October 19
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel prior to departing for Brantview Maple Farms where you will learn about the process of tapping maple trees, enjoy samples, shopping and a wagon ride!
Lunch will be served at the Coal Miners' Diner prior to visiting Fort Ligonier.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Cost Per Person:
$352.00 pp Double Occupancy
$327.00 pp Triple Occupancy
$317.00 pp Quad Occupancy
$408.00 Single Occupancy
Package Includes:
* 1 Night – Fairfield Inn & Suites, Somerset, PA
* Hot Breakfast – 1 day
* Lunch – 1 day
* Smorgasbord Dinner – 1 day
Highlights:
* Flight 93 National Memorial
* Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
* Flight 93 Memorial Chapel
* Brantview Maple Farms Wagon Ride
* Fort Ligonier
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Baggage Handling, Hotel Taxes and Gratuities
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Step-on Guide Service
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Tour Fully Escorted by an R&J Tours Company Representative
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All-Inclusive Motorcoach Transportation
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Contact Details |
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| Pine Grove, PA | Christ St. Lot, Behind Boro Building | |
| R & J Lot | R & J Lot, RT 183, Cressona, PA PICK UP AT R&J SIGN |
