A Magical Mystery Tour

Have you ever wondered about taking a mystery trip but didn’t want to commit to a multi-day vacation? This is a great first-time mystery daytrip. We can’t give you too many clues so we’ll just say that a magical luncheon is included along with a matinee performance that is sure to leave you mystified and laughing.

Yeoman of the Guard

Gilbert & Sullivan’s dark musical comedy is full of lies, deceit, and corruption, and set in 16th-century England’s bloody Tower of London. The closest thing to grand opera in the Gilbert & Sullivan repertoire it combines poignancy and tragedy with humor to an extent not seen in any other Gilbert libretto. Orchestra seating with lunch included at Poppy Ridge prior to the 2pm matinee performance.

2017 Ballpark Express: Giants vs. Cardinals

For over 37 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game. You’ll enjoy Field Reserved seating for A’s games and Lower Box seating for all Giants games.

Flower Power

In celebration of San Francisco’s 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love, the Asian Museum presents a special exhibit of the meaning and significance of flowers in the Asian culture. During the “Summer of Love,” flowers became the recognized symbol of peace. This concept of botanical imagery prevalent in Buddhist art is thousands of years old and still significant in paintings, scrolls, screens, porcelains, textiles, jewelry, and sculpture. A private docent tour is included to learn the unspoken language of favorite flowers and the message they convey. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore galleries of the permanent collection and lunch on your own in the museum café.

An American in Paris

Winner of 4 Tony Awards this new musical is about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and the magic of Paris. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin including “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “The Man I Love,” and “But Not for Me.” Wednesday trips include a snack-sized box lunch, orchestra seating for the 2pm matinee and dinner on your own at Pier 39 after the show. The Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square before the 2pm matinee and return to Sacramento after the show.

Degas, Impressionism and the Paris Millinery Trade

Legion of Honor and de Young Museums in San Francisco

Man of La Mancha

In this Tony Award-winning musical, the character of Cervantes impersonates Don Quixote who dreams impossible dreams, fights windmills with faithful Sancho Panza, and woos the fiery Aldonza. The 2pm matinee offers an afternoon of fun and great music, preceded by lunch at the historic City Hotel in Columbia.

Turnadot

Puccini’s brilliant score and story of a beautiful princess who challenges her suitors to a deadly game of wits provides another memorable afternoon of grand opera. With one of opera’s most familiar arias “Nessun Dorma” and production by Davis Hockney, be transported to a world of spectacle, myth, and majestic music. Your choice of seating is in side sections of the Orchestra or the first balcony of the Dress Circle. Be advised that Dress Circle seating requires the use of steep stairs with no availability of handrails. Also note group ticketing and price changes by San Francisco Opera this season has provided for a reduced cost of seating. A stop is included in Union Square for a no-host lunch prior to the 2pm matinee.

Comeback to Copia

After several years of closure, this beautiful facility in downtown Napa has reopened to the delight of all who love food and dining. Like a playground for “foodies,” enjoy a full day of culinary pleasures as we begin with a tour followed by a cooking demonstration by one of their master chefs. Considered the premier cooking school in the USA, Copia is part of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) and the best in preparation and presentation of fine dining. After the class, enjoy a three-course lunch of “chef’s choice” tastings served family style. Linger in the ambiance of the dining room or take some time to browse their gift shop of cookbooks, foods, wine, and selection of cookware and tools for the kitchen and entertaining. There will also be free time to shop Napa’s famous Oxbow Market adjacent to Copia before departing to Sacramento. Truly a special day for anyone who enjoys good food and a fun day close to home.

An American in Paris

Winner of 4 Tony Awards this new musical is about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and the magic of Paris. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin including “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “The Man I Love,” and “But Not for Me.” Wednesday trips include a snack-sized box lunch, orchestra seating for the 2pm matinee and dinner on your own at Pier 39 after the show. The Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square before the 2pm matinee and return to Sacramento after the show.

Edvard Munch at MOMA

Considered a master by the age of 30, famed Norwegian painter Edvard Munch was among the most celebrated artists of his generation. Feeling that his true breakthrough came later in his career, this special exhibit Edvard Munch; Between the Clock and the Bed uses his last self-portrait as a starting point to assess a lifetime of painting. Organized by SFMOMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Munch Museum, Oslo, the exhibition features 45 landmark compositions as well as paintings from the artist’s own collection. Enjoy an included private docent tour of the exhibit followed by free time to explore other galleries and lunch on your own in one of its cafes.

Traveling The Lincoln Highway, America’s First Transcontinental Highway

Join Mark and Paul Gilger (a renowned Lincoln Highway expert) for a trip to San Francisco on the old road. We’ll travel through Davis and Vacaville, finding original parts of the Lincoln. We’ll enjoy lunch in San Francisco (included) and stop at the highway’s western terminus, in Lincoln Park in The City. For one day, get off the interstate and travel the old road.

2017 Ballpark Express: Giants vs. Padres

For over 37 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game. You’ll enjoy Field Reserved seating for A’s games and Lower Box seating for all Giants games.

The Champagne Express to Apple Hill

Our popular Champagne Express to Harvey’s at Lake Tahoe and
Apple Hill returns. Stop at High Hill Ranch for an apple treat before
your 6-hour stay at Harvey’s, which includes a $20 slot credit and
$7 food credit. You must be a member of Harvey’s Total Rewards
Program to receive the bonus!

An American in Paris

Winner of 4 Tony Awards this new musical is about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and the magic of Paris. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin including “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “The Man I Love,” and “But Not for Me.” Wednesday trips include a snack-sized box lunch, orchestra seating for the 2pm matinee and dinner on your own at Pier 39 after the show. The Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square before the 2pm matinee and return to Sacramento after the show.

Fleet Day on the Bay

Enjoy a sumptuous luncheon buffet and cruise aboard Hornblower’s San Francisco Belle. The two-hour cruise is timed to be on the bay during the performance of the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels air acrobatic team. This said, we cannot be responsible for any change in the Fleet Week schedule, including the performance time of the Blue Angles, due to weather or other circumstances. But still, it’s a great day on the bay with free flowing champagne on board the Belle and musical entertainment!

A New Tribute to Glenn Miller

The Tex Beneke Orchestra salutes one of the greatest big bands of all time. You will hear such favorites as “In the Mood,” “Chattanooga ChooChoo,” and “Little Brown Jug.”

Special guests for this afternoon performance include the TheModernaires (“Serenade in Blue”) and Madeline Vergari, a veteran of the Harry James and Les Brown Bands.

Lunch is included at Sports Leisure favorite Canal Street Grille prior to the 3pm performance at the Gallo Center.

Fall in the Sierra

Enjoy the beautiful fall scenery as we drive along picturesque Highway 88 through Hope Valley, looking for the shimmering aspens. Lunch is included at JT’s Basque Restaurant, a Gardnerville landmark; then drive home along Highway 50 and the American River, passing through the Tahoe Basin, in hopes of sneaking a peak at some fall color along the way.

What a Wonderful World: A Tribute to Louis Armstrong

The Santa Rosa Symphony is joined by powerhouse trumpeter Byron Stripling for a tribute to the music of Louis Armstrong that is both electrifying and heartfelt. Musical hits from the Armstrong songbook “What a Wonderful World,” “Hello Dolly,” and, of course, his signature hit “When the Saints Go Marchin’ In” are sure to leave you humming on your way home. Lunch is included in Petaluma prior to the 3pm performance.

A Day at the Races

Our always popular Day at the Races includes a sumptuous buffet lunch and seating in the enclosed Turf Club at Golden Gate Fields by beautiful San Francisco Bay in Berkeley. Enjoy the races from a comfortable table with betting windows conveniently nearby and television monitors throughout the dining room. We’ll arrive to get settled before post time and the first race.

Aladdin, The Musical

Discover a whole new world at Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical! From the producer of The Lion King comes another timeless story. The thrilling new production is filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy, music and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

The show features all your favorite songs from the animated film as well as new music. Pricing for each show is based on the day of the week and seating location as determined by the theater.

Our Wednesday and Thursday trips include a snack size box lunch onboard the coach, the 2pm matinee show, and dinner on your own at Pier 39. Our Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square and the 2pm matinee show. Seating for Wednesday is in the mezzanine with no access to an elevator. Seating for the Thursday and Saturday shows are in the orchestra.

Aladdin, The Musical

Discover a whole new world at Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical! From the producer of The Lion King comes another timeless story. The thrilling new production is filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy, music and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

The show features all your favorite songs from the animated film as well as new music. Pricing for each show is based on the day of the week and seating location as determined by the theater.

Our Wednesday and Thursday trips include a snack size box lunch onboard the coach, the 2pm matinee show, and dinner on your own at Pier 39. Our Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square and the 2pm matinee show. Seating for Wednesday is in the mezzanine with no access to an elevator. Seating for the Thursday and Saturday shows are in the orchestra.

Beach Blanket Babylon Holidays

There’s nothing quite like Beach Blanket Babylon, especially for the holidays! San Francisco’s longest-running staged comedy show pokes fun at everyone – politicians, celebrities and other folks in the public eye. The songs are hilarious, the dancing wonderful, and the hats are really, really big!

Reserved seats are upstairs (no elevator) in this historic theater in the center balcony. Enjoy an included late lunch at Sports Leisure’s new favorite, Trattoria Pinocchio in North Beach, prior to the 5pm show.

Aladdin, The Musical

Discover a whole new world at Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical! From the producer of The Lion King comes another timeless story. The thrilling new production is filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy, music and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

The show features all your favorite songs from the animated film as well as new music. Pricing for each show is based on the day of the week and seating location as determined by the theater.

Our Wednesday and Thursday trips include a snack size box lunch onboard the coach, the 2pm matinee show, and dinner on your own at Pier 39. Our Saturday trip includes lunch on your own in Union Square and the 2pm matinee show. Seating for Wednesday is in the mezzanine with no access to an elevator. Seating for the Thursday and Saturday shows are in the orchestra.

Beach Blanket Babylon Holidays

There’s nothing quite like Beach Blanket Babylon, especially for the holidays! San Francisco’s longest-running staged comedy show pokes fun at everyone – politicians, celebrities and other folks in the public eye. The songs are hilarious, the dancing wonderful, and the hats are really, really big!

Reserved seats are upstairs (no elevator) in this historic theater in the center balcony. Enjoy an included late lunch at Sports Leisure’s new favorite, Trattoria Pinocchio in North Beach, prior to the 5pm show.