Overnight Trips, 2017
Please note that rates are based on double occupancy;
if you wish to have individual accommodations, speak to Jay. The price includes accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily, all admissions, and transportation [excluding airfare]. The dates are set, and the probable prices are indicated. Since accommodations are the major cost, final prices cannot be guaranteed prices until room reservations are actually made.
Grand Canyon & Utah National Parks
May 9 - 17 (9 days/8 nights) $1295/person + air
In addition to the spectacle of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon we'll visit all five of Utah's National Parks - Arches, Bryce, Zion, Capitol Reef and Canyonlands. While we will see a great deal during our drives through "the greatest show on earth" we'll expect to do a fair amount of walking. We will hit some of the more scenic short trails in each park, as well as the Gobblin Valley and Dead Horse Point State Park. One space remains.
In addition to the spectacle of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon we'll visit all five of Utah's National Parks - Arches, Bryce, Zion, Capitol Reef and Canyonlands. While we will see a great deal during our drives through "the greatest show on earth" we'll expect to do a fair amount of walking. We will hit some of the more scenic short trails in each park, as well as the Gobblin Valley and Dead Horse Point State Park. One space remains.
San Francisco, Monterey, & The Big Sur
July 11 - 18 (8 days/7 nights) $1325/person + air
During our 4 days in San Francisco we'll ride a Cable Car; cross the Golden Gate Bridge; explore Golden Gate Park; take a Bay Cruise; AND visit Chinatown, Ghiradelli Square, Lombard Street, Telegraph Hill, Sausalito, Point Bonita Lighthouse and Fisherman's Wharf. In Monterey we'll enjoy Cannery Row, Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel. In addition to the many scenic stops along the Big Sur we'll allow time for a guided tour of Hearst Castle in San Simeon. One space remains.
During our 4 days in San Francisco we'll ride a Cable Car; cross the Golden Gate Bridge; explore Golden Gate Park; take a Bay Cruise; AND visit Chinatown, Ghiradelli Square, Lombard Street, Telegraph Hill, Sausalito, Point Bonita Lighthouse and Fisherman's Wharf. In Monterey we'll enjoy Cannery Row, Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel. In addition to the many scenic stops along the Big Sur we'll allow time for a guided tour of Hearst Castle in San Simeon. One space remains.
Tanglewood on Parade
August 1 & 2 (2 days/1 night) $225/person
Driving out on the scenic Mohawk Trail will help us get in the mood for two days of serenity in the Berkshires. Afternoon performances will be followed by our gourmet picnic on the lawn, and ending with John Williams and Keith Lockhart conducting the Boston Pops. On Wednesday we'll enjoy a guided tour of Naumkeag. Coming home we'll stop at Bernie's Dining Depot for a chance to enjoy one of their amazing roast beef dinners. FULL.
Driving out on the scenic Mohawk Trail will help us get in the mood for two days of serenity in the Berkshires. Afternoon performances will be followed by our gourmet picnic on the lawn, and ending with John Williams and Keith Lockhart conducting the Boston Pops. On Wednesday we'll enjoy a guided tour of Naumkeag. Coming home we'll stop at Bernie's Dining Depot for a chance to enjoy one of their amazing roast beef dinners. FULL.
Mid-Coast Maine: Rockland, Pemequid & Monhegan
August 21 - 24 (4 days/3 nights) $625/person
Staying on Pemequid Point will give us a true Maine coastal experience. Trip highlights will include: spending an afternoon picnicking on and exploring Monhegan Island and enjoying the Captain Jack Lobster Boat Adventure cruise. We'll have time to visit the Audubon Society's Puffin Visitor Center, explore the shops and docks of Rockland, and relish a Maine Shore Lobster Dinner (options for non-lobster lovers). FULL.
Staying on Pemequid Point will give us a true Maine coastal experience. Trip highlights will include: spending an afternoon picnicking on and exploring Monhegan Island and enjoying the Captain Jack Lobster Boat Adventure cruise. We'll have time to visit the Audubon Society's Puffin Visitor Center, explore the shops and docks of Rockland, and relish a Maine Shore Lobster Dinner (options for non-lobster lovers). FULL.
Chattanooga, TN
October 1 - 4 (4 days/3 nights) $545/person + air
Trip highlights will include: riding the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway (America's most incredible mile), cruising on the Tennessee River, enjoying a guided cave tour to Ruby Falls, exploring Rock City Gardens, and singing along with our waiters at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Station House Restaurant. FULL.
Trip highlights will include: riding the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway (America's most incredible mile), cruising on the Tennessee River, enjoying a guided cave tour to Ruby Falls, exploring Rock City Gardens, and singing along with our waiters at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Station House Restaurant. FULL.
