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HEAVEN ON EARTH A Journey of Faith & Inspiration


Day One MORNING Begin your tour on the campus of Wheaton College, a private Christian liberal arts college with a distinguished 150-year history, where you will visit the renowned Billy Graham Center Museum with its fascinating “History of Evangelism in America” exhibit, stirring “Walk Through the Gospel” presentation, and uplifting “Life and Ministry of Billy Graham” display which takes you from his childhood dreams to the beginnings of his worldwide evangelistic ministry and beyond.


AFTERNOON Grab lunch at one of several restaurants in Town Square Wheaton on your way to Naperville, where you can take in the simple beauty of the Century Memorial Chapel at the Naper Settlement–Outdoor History Museum and see why it’s been a favorite site for weddings since the 1880s.


Experience the natural beauty of Naperville’s Riverwalk along the DuPage River as you listen to the shimmering bells of the Millennium Carillon at Moser Tower.


Take time to tour this unique, 16-story structure that houses a 72-bell musical instrument. If you’re industrious, you can try climbing the 253 steps to the top, but we suggest you take the elevator to the Gallery Level Observation Deck where you can enjoy a spectacular view which, on a clear day, extends all the way to the Chicago skyline.


EVENING Stroll the world-famous Navy Pier in downtown Chicago before boarding your Entertainment Cruises ship to view the breath-taking Chicago skyline up close as you enjoy dinner and dancing while cruising on Lake Michigan.


Day Two M ORNING Your first stop today is Benedictine University in Lisle to tour St. Procopius Abbey, an architectural gem that is home to a Benedictine monastic community founded in 1885 and educational apostolate at the university.


Directly across the street, the Benedictine Sisters of Sacred Heart Monastery welcome you to visit their beautiful chapel and Mary of Lourdes Grotto.


A FTERNOON After a leisurely lunch at one of the many and varied restaurants along the way, you will cherish the peaceful presence of the National Shrine of St. Therese (“The Little Flower”) in Darien. Just a short drive away is the Portiuncula Chapel, an exquisite replica of the legendary Italian chapel where St. Francis of Assisi received his call to serve, at Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook.


Then, it’s on to Oak Park for a tour of the world-famous Unity Temple, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.


E VENING Enjoy dinner and a live Broadway-style show at the award- winning, 971-seat proscenium style Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace.


Photo Credit: Naperville Park District


Day Three M ORNING You won’t want to leave the area without first stopping in Bartlett to tour the stunning BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, the largest traditional Hindu temple in the U.S. and a fusion of traditional Indian architecture with modern technology. Gazing at its intricately carved pinnacles, domes and incredible mural ceilings, you will gain insight into the Hindu faith and beliefs of a culture that stretches back thousands of years.


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