It was awesome! Had a great time. Anyone visiting Omaha should take a tour. Prices were very…read morereasonable and the drivers were excellent and very knowledgeable about downtown Omaha and the old market.

We went on the wood boat ride on the river front. The driver was friendly. Price is reasonable at…read morejust $4/person. They provided bread to feed the ducks, geese, and swans on the river. It was a peaceful tour around the river past a beautiful fountain and back.

I had my first experience with Heartland Gondolas Inc. last night. We had a reservation at 8:30pm…read morefor 4 people on the private Gondola. Mike, the owner, had told me on the phone that it would be $10 per couple. When we got there our boat driver (who wasn't Mike), told me it was $20 per couple. I informed him that was not what I was told by Mike. He walked about 100 yards away to talk with Mike and then came back to inform me that Mike thought there was only one couple that I booked, but he would go ahead and do it for $20 but I could tell he was super angry. The gentleman (I don't know his name) then proceeded to give us the cold shoulder the whole ride. Wouldn't answer questions unless asked several times and then just gave one word answers. He scowled the entire ride. I felt bad because of the confusion so I apologized again after we got off the boat. He looked away from me as I was talking and drank a big swig of his gatorade and then LITERALLY turned his back on me without a word. My family proceeded to thank him for his time and he didn't acknowledge any of them either. At this point I was furious. No matter how you feel you should never treat people this way. I immediately went over to Mike by the big boat and had a talk with him. Barely did I get my story out when Mike said he completely remembered our phone call and he had told the "boat guide" that our rate was $20 flat. So the boatman LITERALLY LIED TO US and then made us feel terrible and uncomfortable the entire ride with the grand finale of completely ignoring us at the end when I was only 1 foot in front of him. Mike was super nice and asked if I wanted my $20 back. I declined but I want to report this because the gentleman under his payroll was absolutely terrible and needs to be removed. He is most likely trying to scam all of us unsuspecting guests. If I hadn't talked to Mike I wouldn't have found out the truth. This ride would have been an amazing experience if it hadn't had been for the boatman. The view of the city and the fountain are breathtaking. I highly recommend doing a tour at sunset.

I'm a Hotel Sales Manager with a large, well-known brand of worldwide hotels. I have worked with…read moreSteve at Elite for about the past 8 years now. What a pleasure to work with! He is a great negotiator and consistently seeks THE BEST available accommodations-- at the best possible rates ---to meet not only his clients needs---- but their expectations as well! Since the beginning of our working relationship, I have found Steve to be very fair, honest, and GENUINELY kind! In my many years as a Sales Manager.....I can honestly say that unfortunately.... in this business...it's hard to come by a really "genuine" and caring Tour Operator that has their customers' best interests in mind. Steve is the kind of Tour Operator I WOULD WANT if I were touring and would be my FIRST pick if I had the time to do so! No question....Steve is truly devoted to the satisfaction and enjoyment of Elite's many tour clients! Good for you Steve! Keep it up! That's what we are in this business for! Always a pleasure!

We would not recommend this company to anyone. For years, Steve has offered places on itinerary…read morethat had been closed for 5 years. The bus restroom was NEVER emptied. The bus drivers and tour guides complained about tour owner. Bus drivers and tour guides never followed tour itinerary and we arrived at motels at 10 o'clock at night with no supper. Tour owner, Steve, threatened to sue us for $10,000 because we wrote of bad experiences on his tour site. G&F Foster

Beautiful view from outside and surrounding the area. We cannot make it to your inside because we…read morearrive late from Missouri. But still very happy be able to view outside castle.

We've booked events at Joslyn Castle consistently over the past couple of years, so we were really…read moredisappointed by our most recent experience. When we booked this event, there was not clear communication about which room we were actually reserving. We tried repeatedly to get clarification beforehand, but our emails and phone calls went unanswered. We didn't finally get any communication until the day of our event, when we had already arrived. Unfortunately, the person we dealt with that day was extremely unhelpful and rude when we asked what we felt were very simple and reasonable questions. After making the effort to communicate ahead of time and getting no response, it was incredibly frustrating to be met with that attitude on the day of our event. We were also told that the price had been increased to roughly double what we paid last year, which was another major surprise. We've supported this venue by booking events there consistently over the past few years, but after this experience, we will not be returning. For the price, we expected much better communication, professionalism, and customer service. We also had to wait outside when our event was already scheduled to start because they didn't have our room ready.

The Good, and the not so good. We went to the Tetons and…read moreYellowstone July 2022. There were lots of activities and sightseeing. The food they provided was above average, and the tour guides, and Teton/Yellowstone hop on guides were excellent. The hotels were decent, communication was good throughout the trip, and the price for the whole trip was reasonable. There's ample overhead room for carryons. The bad was that we ran late often as old people are like herding cats and apparently time means little to them. The bus seats were less than comfortable, you weren't allowed to poop in the onboard bathroom, and the bathroom wasn't dumped for 5 days, which became a very offensive smell during the 5th day. The onboard wi-fi was down more than it was up by a bunch, and they initially didn't have the plugs on next to the seats for the start of the trip. The trips main driver didn't start the trip out of Omaha with us, he came aboard in Lincoln, and we had to wait for him to show up to continue the trip. The ac was minimal and passengers often complained of of it being too warm. Overall it was a nice trip, and I'm glad we experienced it but it could have been so much better with a little attention to detail - ac, dump the bathroom toilet, wi-fi.Everyone was pleasant and conversation was easy with all onboard. Time between stops was sometimes 3 hours, so be prepared. It's definitely for older folks - 75-85 years of age. Our tour guides toned it down as we had a couple folks who couldn't walk far, couldn't get over a curb, so they planned activities that most, or everyone could do, which left those of us that could or wanted to do a short hike out of luck. Oh, and halfway thru the trip I noticed one of the gentlemen on the bus started wearing a mask when on the bus and while walking around outside. By the time my wife and I returned home we both had Covid. The reasons above are why I won't be taking another bus tour anytime soon, but for some I can see the appeal.

The day to see the Statue of Libert, Ellis Island and 911 Memorial was horrible! we were given 45…read moreminutes at the Statue and that included your bathroom break. At Ellis Island we were given 45 minutes to eat and see the building. 911 Memorial we were given 15 minutes. Very unacceptable for the price I paid. Of course you are not told this up front. Up front it's advertised as a whole day. Sheri Ehlers

Didn't know what to expect when my daughter bought me a Brews and Bites Tour of the Old Market…read morepackage for two. I was pleasantly surprised! Our host/guide was friendly, interactive and had fun facts about Omaha. The local craft beers were excellent and the sample portions were delicious. I would definitely recommend this Tour for a nice night out to try locally cooked cuisine and local brews!

A really good time and well worth the money. We did the Blackstone tour. Visited Farnam House,…read moreCrescent Moon, Stirnella, Noli's and Coneflower Creamery. Had plenty to eat and left full. The tour guide was fun and informative. I'm looking forward to doing another tour.

What is a more gracious way to top off visiting the Old Market area of Omaha, then to take an MJ…read moreCarriage ride? According to a story in the Examiner, "Magical Journey's Carriage Service as it is also known, has been in the business of giving dreamy horse and carriage rides to fun-seeking customers since 1978." They have a variety of carriages but the basic model plies the streets and offers visitors and locals alike a great and fun time. I took a ride when I visited recently and I loved it! The trip reminded me of the Cinderella Carriage Company in San Diego that you can ride around downtown and the Seaport Village area. Rides in the carriages range from $20 to $100, depending upon the distance traversed and time spent in the carriage. Usually the rides are slated for the afternoons and days in which the weather allows. You can book online and buy gift certificates also or just wander up to the corner on Howard Street & 11th and wait for the next horse and buggy to show up. It is even more authentic because the horses clip-clop along the quaint brick streets of the Old Market area and you just feel like you are in another time, despite the traffic and congestion around you. Carriages available (according to the Examiner) are singles (seating up to 6 adults), doubles (seating up to 9 people), and a beautiful third style known as the Cinderella Carriage. On the website, the Cinderella Carriage looks so romantic & magical! I know if I was ever getting hitched in Omaha, I would insist upon it for my wedding. 5 YELP STARS for this very cool service in the heart of the Old Market.

Just got done with the ride...was in Omaha three weeks ago and did the Grand finale (hour long)…read morewith Mark and Gus. My girlfriend and I enjoyed it so much that we jumped at the chance to go again knowing we'd be in Omaha this week. Unfortunately we didn't get the same results this time...I can't even recall the drivers name, but she was the younger gal. We were told (again) that the Grand Finale would be an hour long...it was actually 41 minutes long (I timed it)...I asked the driver at the end if that was a full hour and she said it was ten minutes short...I timed it on my iPhone, it was a 41 minute ride. If you pay $100, you should get what you pay for. Buyer beware! Hold them to what they advertise. I plan on reporting this incident to the appropriate officials tomorrow morning. Very sad considering the service we had before. Hope who ever reading this has a better experience.

Pamela and her husband Kirk run the great airboat rides and Skipper Kirk (or is it Capt Kirk?)…read morewe're amazing hosts! We gathered at their property, got on board and got our safety briefing. Life jackets and ear muffs were provided. Then we shoved off to the river where we saw fish jump and Eagles fly. Two Eagle nests!!! Capt Kirk stopped on a sand bar in the middle of the river so we could all hop out and frolic in the ankle deep warm water. when we returned, our grandkids said, "Let's do it again!" So it was a big hit on this Sunday afternoon. Strongly recommend it!!!

From the owner: Take a Stinger Airboat ride on the Platte River on a uniquely designed pontoon style airboat. Relax…read morein style while viewing the beauty of nature all along the Platte. Open from end of May until Labor Day!

This site is closed. Gates are shut on both roads leading to the parking lot and building…read more Sadly, the building is in disrepair. Looks like no one has maintained it for quite some time. Some markers on the walking path near the building have been damaged. Meanwhile, there are some interpretive walls with depictions of the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery which still look good.

The Durham Museum in Omaha is much better than this museum, but I think all railroad enthusiasts…read morewill really enjoy seeing the trains they have on display. The trains are outside and there is a very small indoor section with lot's to read. I have never spent much time in there since I'm always with my family. Nothing really interactive.

It was by sheer luck (good or bad?) that we were able to come to Freedom Park. We had arrived in…read moreOmaha on a Sunday and was supposed to leave early the following Saturday, so would have missed out since the park only opens on Saturday from 10am-3pm. But as luck would have it, our return flight was cancelled and we were rebooked for Sunday, so that left us the whole day free to check out Freedom Park! You enter through Miller's Landing along the Missouri River and pass through a normally locked gate onto a gravel road. About a mile down, you will see a gray ship off to the right, so you realize this must be the place. The ship is a 530 ton minesweeper that served in WWII at the Battle of Okinawa named the USS Hazard. What's curious is that it is on land and behind it is also a submarine, the training sub, USS Marlin. Both are open for self-guided tours, but there are volunteer docents on board to answer your questions. One of the docents had opened the ship's armory and was showing samples of inert ammunition used by all the gun mounts from the 20mm Oerlikons and 40mm Bofors, all the way up to the 3" main cannon at the bow. It was interesting to see many of the compartments onboard have been restored to their original condition showing how life was during its WWII deployment. On the grounds of the park adjacent to the minesweeper are a lot of navy relics not related to the ship but collected over the years and have seen better days. There are missile launchers, larger guns and even 3 aircraft from the 50's-70's, an A-7 Corsair, A-4 Skyhawk and an HH-52 Coast Guard helicopter. Also interesting is the anchor garden and actual ship nameplates of some famous ships cut from their sterns when they were scrapped. All are in bad shape and disrepair. Funding is limited and only volunteers work here. Plus the Missouri River has flooded this area at least twice, causing a lot of damage and nearly floated the minesweeper away. If you do get a chance to visit the park, be respectful to the history and be generous in donating to keep these historic relics from disappearing. A huge thank you to the volunteers that run this place.

As a US Navy veteran I loved this little park. We tried to go a few years ago, but the area was…read moreflooded the majority of that year and the park was closed. This past week took us from the Des Moines IA metro to Lincoln NE...and then back and forth between Lincoln and Omaha several times. I'd almost forgotten about Freedom Park until one of my fellow travelers mentioned it... The park is free admission and staffed by volunteers. The short drive in is on a gravel road. Do check their Facebook page pior to visiting as the park can close for flooding, the heat (there's no AC in anything there), etc. The current centerpieces of the park are the USS Hazard (AM-240) and USS Marlin (SST-2) along with several other displays and aircraft. It does feel a little weird seeing these vessels sitting way up on dry land... I was a carrier sailor on the USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) so these are small boys comparatively speaking. Lol Some of the exhibits are kept up better than others... Hopefully you don't mind a little peeling paint and some rust. The equipment bears a bit of a resemblance to us old sailors who are showing our age a bit more now too. The labels and available handouts are helpful and great educational tools for the general public. As a former Navy sailor some of my best memories of this little park will be the conversations with it's volunteers. A lot of them are former sailors themselves. Veteran to veteran there is always common ground... Regardless of which service or era.