Travel - Day Trips

 

Disneyland Dreaming
Back by popular request! Relax and leave the driving to us. Ride with us on our turn-around trip and save! We will leave in the very wee hours of the morning, so bring your pillow, blanket, and midnight snacks and ride in comfort in a deluxe motor coach. When we arrive in Anaheim you will purchase tickets at the Disneyland gates for one or both parks. Spend the day and evening enjoying the many attractions and wonderful shows. No need to pay for a hotel to rest up-you can sleep on the way back home. Fee includes transportation only. Ages 5 and up.
Sat. & Sun. May 30 & 31     $89
Depart: Sat., May 30 - 1:00 a.m.
Return: Sun., May 31 - 7:00 a.m.

Giants Baseball
How about those Giants!
We have an exciting line-up of three games to offer during the summer season. We have been able to obtain lower box seats at the SBC Park for these games. These games always fill quickly so call today. Fee includes ticket and transportation.

Sun., June 14 - Oakland A's
Only 4 Spots Left!
Premium Game     $89
Game time: 1:05 p.m.
Depart: 9:45 a.m
Return: Approx. 7:00 p.m.

Sun., July 12 - San Diego Padres
Game time: 1:05 p.m.      $80
Depart: 9:45 a.m.
Return: Approx. 7:00 p.m.

Sun., Sept. 13 - LA Dodgers
Premium Game      $89
Game time: 1:05 p.m.
Depart: 9:45 a.m.
Return: Approx. 7:00 p.m.


Yosemite National Park Tram Tour
Yosemite National Park is a setting so spectacular and awe-inspiring that it is often referred to as the "Crown Jewel" of the National Park system. A 26-mile, two-hour tour of the Valley Floor has been scheduled in an open-air tram. Rangers introduce some of Yosemite's most famous sightseeing points in Yosemite Valley and describe the history, geology, plant and animal life of the region. This year-round tour provides a fuller knowledge and enjoyment of the park. After the tour enjoy a no-host lunch at one of the park's many eateries and have the rest of the day to yourself to enjoy and explore the different areas of the park. Fee includes park entrance fee, tour, and transportation only.
Sat., June 27      $79

Depart: 7:00 a.m. Return: 8:30 p.m.

WICKED - Orpheum Theatre - San Francisco
WICKED is the untold story of the witches of Oz. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the Land of Oz; One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. You will be dropped off and given free time at Union Square for a no-host lunch and shopping before being picked up and dropped off at the Orpheum Theatre. After the performance the bus will pick you up. We have already taken four buses and will be adding fall dates. Call today (575-6063) to add your name to the list for Fall dates.


Alcatraz
Alcatraz Island is one of the most popular destinations in San Francisco, offering a close-up look at a historic and infamous federal prison long off-limits to the public. Visitors to the island can not only explore the remnants of the prison, but can also learn about the Indian occupation of 1969-1971, early military fortifications (the first U.S. fort on the coast), and the West Coast's first (and oldest) operating lighthouse. After a self-guided audio tour of Alcatraz; enjoy the afternoon at Fisherman's Wharf before boarding the bus for Modesto. Fee includes round-trip ferry transportation, audio headset rental, and transportation.
Sat., July 18      $69

Depart: 7:30 a.m.      Return: 6:30 p.m.

Golden Gate
California Academy of Sciences San Francisco
After a three-year, $488 million renovation, the new California Academy of Sciences is redefining what it means to be a science museum: A single building houses an aquarium, a planetarium, and a natural history museum that's filled with hundreds of innovative and engaging exhibits. Located in Golden Gate Park across from the de Young Museum, you may explore at your own pace. Audio tours are available at an additional cost. Choose from two dining spots for your no-host lunch. Fee includes transportation, headset rental and admission to the Academy of Sciences.
A - Sat., August 1 $69
Depart: 8:30 a.m.      Return: 6:00 p.m.

B - Sat., August 8      $69
Depart: 8:30 a.m. Return: 6:00 p.m.
Roaring Camp Railroads Santa Cruz Beach
Travel by chartered bus to Felton where you will enjoy a round-trip train ride on the Roaring Camp Railroads to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across a 1909 steel truss bridge, and through an 1875 tunnel before arriving at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This old-school boardwalk harkens back to an earlier era of lazy leisure and family-friendly amusement. The park features a carousel, dozens of rides, test-your-skill challenges, laser tag, an indoor video game and pinball arcade, and the requisite cotton candy, hot dog and lemonade stands. Take a stroll down the pier and enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Santa Cruz before boarding the train for your return trip back to Roaring Camp. Fee includes round-trip train transportation and charter bus transportation.
Sat., August 8 $65 Depart: 7:00 a.m. Return: 8:00 p.m.

King Tut Exhibit
de Young Museum and the Legion of Honor, San Francisco
More than 3,000 years after his reign, and 30 years after the original exhibition opened in San Francisco, Tutankhamun, ancient Egypt's celebrated "boy king" returns to the de Young Museum. "Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs" is a glorious exhibition of over 130 outstanding works from his tomb, as well as those of his royal predecessors, his family, and court officials. In addition to the exhibit, enjoy a no-host lunch in the de Young Cafe', and shop in the Museum Store. The afternoon will be spent at the Legion of Honor. Fee includes entrance fee to museums, headset rental at the de Young, and transportation.
Sat., September 12      $85

Depart: 8:00 a.m.      Return 6:00 p.m.

South Pacific Golden Gate Theatre
San Francisco

The new production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific is a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater. South Pacific won seven Tonys in 2008 and has been playing to sold-out houses since March 2008. Set on a tropical island during World War II, the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and by their own prejudices. Enjoy extraordinary songs such as: "Some Enchanted Evening," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair," "Bali Ha'i," "There is Nothin' Like a Dame," and "A Wonderful Guy." You will be dropped off and given free time at Union Square for a no-host lunch and shopping before being picked up and dropped off at the Golden Gate Theatre. After the performance the bus will pick you up. Fee includes specially-priced matinee tickets in Center Orchestra and charter bus transportation.
Sat., September 19      $99
Depart: 8:30 a.m. Return: 7:00 p.m.

Gilroy Outlets
Due to popular request, we are heading to the Gilroy Outlets for a shop-til-you-drop trip! Home to 145 outlet stores, you'll find significant savings at stores like Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Coach, Hugh Boss, J. Crew, Liz Claiborne, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and more. The bus will drop off and circle every two hours to ensure transportation to the three areas. There are many eateries there for your no-host lunch. Upon arrival, you will receive a special savings booklet. On the return trip home there will be a brief stop at Casa de Fruta. Fee includes transportation only.
Sat., August 15      $42
Depart: 8:00 a.m.      Return: 7:00 p.m.


Monterey
Since the 1880's, visitors have been enjoying the spectacular beauty of California's Central Coast. Monterey County's dramatic scenery, pristine pine forests, and historic communities continue to beckon adventure-seekers, seafarers, artists, writers and vacationers. No other California county can boast 99 miles of breathtaking Pacific coastline. There are so many options to choose from: The Monterey Bay Aquarium, stroll, shop, and eat at Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, take in some whale watching, enjoy a walk through downtown Monterey, or along the beach. The day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Drop-off's and pick-ups will be made at Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf. Fee includes transportation only.
Sat., September 26      $45

Depart: 7:30 a.m.      Return: 7:30 p.m.