Departure
Depart the New Orleans area and travel toward Kentucky. Travel pacing is unhurried, with regular rest stops. [ITINERARY DETAIL: Add overnight stop from your WeTravel itinerary.]
This is one of our most meaningful tours. Built around the visit of the American Veteran Traveling Tribute — including the moving Vietnam Memorial Wall replica and the Field of Honor with 1,000 American flags — the trip pairs that experience with two of the most-visited attractions in the region: the Ark Encounter, the full-size recreation of Noah's Ark, and the Creation Museum. There's a candlelight service, time for reflection, and the company of fellow travelers who appreciate the weight of what you're seeing. People come home from this one quieter than they left, in the best way.
Tour Highlights
- The American Veteran Traveling Tribute — Vietnam Memorial Wall replica
- Field of Honor with 1,000 American flags
- Candlelight memorial service
- Full-size Ark Encounter
- The Creation Museum
Day by Day
Arrival in Northern Kentucky
Continue to Florence, Kentucky, your home for the week. Welcome dinner and orientation.
The Ark Encounter, Creation Museum & Veteran Tribute
Across these days you'll experience the centerpiece attractions of the trip — the Ark Encounter, the Creation Museum, and the American Veteran Traveling Tribute with its 1,000-flag Field of Honor and Vietnam Wall replica. The candlelight service is a highlight. [ITINERARY DETAIL: Add the day-by-day breakdown from your WeTravel itinerary.]
Begin the Journey Home
Travel south, with [ITINERARY DETAIL: lunch stop or scenic stop from WeTravel] and an overnight along the route.
Return Home
Arrive in the New Orleans area in the evening.
What's Included
Included
- 6 nights' hotel accommodations
- 14 included meals
- All admissions on the itinerary
- Roundtrip motorcoach transportation
- Professional tour director throughout
Not Included
- Gratuities for tour director and driver
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the candlelight service religious?
It's a memorial service honoring fallen and serving members of the U.S. military. People of all faiths and none find it moving.
Do I need to be a veteran or have a family member who served to enjoy this trip?
No, though many travelers on this trip do have a personal connection to military service, and the camaraderie is part of what makes it special.
How accessible are the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum?
Both are fully accessible, with elevators, ramps, wheelchairs available, and seating throughout. Take it at your own pace.
Are single rooms available?
Yes. Ask us about the single supplement when you book.