Spend Easter Sunday taking a historical trip up the beautiful St. John’s River aboard the “Barbara-Lee" in Sanford, FL. This authentic paddle-wheeler travels across Lake Monroe and up St. John’s River. Enjoy viewing the “real Florida” aboard this vessel, while enjoying the live entertainment, full table service and an entrée selected from a menu.

All meals are prepared fresh in the galley. Included are; appetizers, salad, dessert and a choice of coffee, tea, or iced tea. A full cash bar is also available on board.

2026 menu TBA

Itinerary:

9:30 am Depart Brownwood - located behind the Brownwood Hotel and The Center for Advanced Healthcare (click here for map)

9:50 am- Depart Lake Sumter Landing (1045 Old Mill Run)

11:30 am- Boarding begins

12:00 pm – Set Sail

3:00 pm - Lunch Cruise Ends - Board Bus for Return

4:45 pm - Approximate arrival time back in The Villages

Price includes transportation, admission on the “Barbara-Lee” with dinner (excluding cash bar), bus driver tip and a bottle of water. Host gratuity is not included.

Day Trip purchase is non-refundable but is transferable to another person.