Join the South Carolina Members of the African American Episcopal Church at the 2024 General Conference in Columbus, OH, August 24-28, 2024.

· The initial deposit of $200 per person is nonrefundable  The remainder of the tour cost is refundable if cancelled by June 19, 2024, which is the last day to cancel and receive a refund from Capitol Tours. Travel Insurance is available upon request to help protect your investment, subject to eligibility criteria.

· All times listed on the itinerary are approximate. 

· Capitol Tours reserves the right to alter this itinerary if we deem it necessary for the successful completion of this tour.

· Capitol Tours makes every effort to secure reservations for the attractions we show listed, however we cannot guarantee all reservations. In the event a reservation is denied, we will work on your behalf to secure an alternative.

· In response to COVID-19, there may be limitations, restrictions or additional requirements at attractions, hotels, restaurants, etc. As information becomes available that may impact your tour, we will work to pass along information provided to us. We encourage you to be diligent to be prepared for your tour and remain flexible as requirements may change rapidly or without notice.

· Bring your mask as it may be expected at venues.

· You are responsible for your health. Capitol Tours does not warrant nor guarantee protection from any communicable disease including, but not limited to COVID-19. We ask that anyone exposed to or exhibiting symptoms of illness within 14 days from the beginning of your tour to stay at home. If you become ill during your tour, we require that you be isolated from the group. Capitol Tours is not responsible for any costs associated with quarantine requirements or transportation home.

Saturday, August 24

7:00am Gather with your fellow church members at Mt. Pisgah AME Church lot at 217 W. Bartlette Street, Sumter, to prepare for departure to Columbus, OH at 7:30am. There will be stops for meals on your own along the way.

7:30pm Estimated arrival at the Embassy Suites-Airport in Columbus, OH. 

Sunday, August 25 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

Transportation to and from the Greater Columbus Convention Center will be provided. Times to

be determined by the conference schedule.

Lunch is on your own today.

6:00pm Estimated time for dinner at the Hofbrauhaus. Enjoy a delicious German meal.

7:30pm Return to the hotel for the evening.

Monday, August 26 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

Transportation to and from the Greater Columbus Convention Center will be provided. Times to

be determined by the conference schedule.

Lunch and dinner will be on your own today.

5:00pm Estimated time to depart from the convention center and return to the hotel.

Tuesday, August 27 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

Transportation to and from the Greater Columbus Convention Center will be provided. Times to

be determined by the conference schedule.

Lunch is on your own today.

5:00pm Estimated time to depart from the convention center and return to the hotel.

6:00pm Have a delicious buffet dinner at the hotel this evening.

Wednesday, August 28 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

8:00am Estimated time of departure from the hotel. There will be stops for meals on your own along the way.

8:30pm Estimated arrival at Mt. Pisgah AME Church in Sumter.