We begin at Cupples’ House, a 42-room mansion featured on “A&E Mansions” on the grounds of St. Louis University the oldest university west of the Mississippi. Then we drive to the Missouri Botanical Gardens. It is one of the oldest in the country dating back to 1844. It is an internationally recognized garden known for its beautiful horticultural displays. Enjoy a fascinating and informative 2 hour walking tour including seeing the country’s largest Japanese Garden. A delicious lunch fits in nicely between destinations.

Tour time: 6.5 hours