The Stories of Santa Fe and Taos

Perfect blend of history, culture, art, shopping and dining!

Wonder Valley, Kings Canyon and The Sequoias

Featuring natural beauty and western hospitality

Mysteries Are Okay, Eh?

Natural side of Canada

Alaska: Wildlife and Glaciers

Two nights inside Denali National Park and the coastal town of Valdez

38th Annual SLV Anniversary Tour – Portland Roses and Oregon’s Coast

Featuring covered, reserved seating for the Grand Floral Parade

Glacier Discovery in Alaska

Travel in comfort aboard Holland America’s m/v Noordam

Awesome Ospreys and the Napa River

You’ve driven over it and alongside it so now it is time to cruise on it! Join Barbara aboard the m/s Dolphin for a 3-hour cruise up the Napa River, returning to view osprey nests on Mare Island and the Carquinez Bridges from below. This is a great trip for nature lovers, and those who love to explore familiar areas in new ways! A boxed lunch will be served during the cruise.

View From The Top

Permits for all new buildings in San Francisco mandate areas that are open and free to the public. When space next to the building is available, colorful little “parks” have been planted, and if no space is adjacent, a garden on the rooftop offers beautiful “views from the top.” With Craig Smith as our guide, this popular tour explores a variety of small public parks and rooftop gardens not frequently visited or easily noticed. This walking tour visits several buildings and locations in the downtown, financial, and Embarcadero Center and requires use of elevators and escalators. Enjoy an included lunch mid-day at Swiss Louis Restaurant on Pier 39

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.

Ferries, Islands and Towns of Old Cape Cod

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Martha’s Vineyard, two nights in Provincetown, two nights Nantucket

The Best of the Dakotas: From the Grasslands to the Black Hills

Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse

“Summer of Love”

In commemoration of what is now known as “The Summer of Love,” the city of San Francisco celebrates the 50th Anniversary of this memorable period with a variety of exhibits and remembrances. Join our resident SF guide Craig Smith as we revisit the cultural sites and events that led up to this transformative moment in California history. Included is a tour of the Haight-Ashbury district, including painted apartments buildings, the Grateful Dead Victorian, Golden Gate Park, the Jefferson Airplane Mansion, the Janis Joplin apartment, Buena Vista Park, and a special photographic exhibit at the California Historical Society. Lunch is included at the Beach Chalet in Golden Gate Park. Wearing tie-dye clothing, love beads, and daisies in your hair are optional!

Pure Michigan: Mackinac and the U.P. – Isn’t it Grand?

The beauty of the Keweenaw Peninsula and Mackinac Island!

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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.

Kenya Wildlife Safari

A once-in-a-lifetime look at the world’s most naturally diverse continent

Wright on the Bay

A fun day of exploration in Marin as we visit the community of floating houseboats in Sausalito and the Marin Civic Center designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Begin with a private tour of several of the “Floating Homes” moored permanently in Sausalito with residents of the community who can share and answer questions about their unique way of living. With no two the same, each is customized for the families who choose to live on the water. In the afternoon enjoy another private tour of the Marin Civic Center designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. With the majority of his homes and buildings located in the eastern U.S., this is a rare opportunity to experience the genius and creativity of America’s most renowned architect. In between tours, free time is included mid-day in Sausalito for lunch and browsing on your own.

Ferries and Towns of Puget Sound

Spend a few days riding ferries and exploring quirky small towns!

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Skamania Lodge, Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge

Getaway to a beautiful retreat, nestled near the Columbia and the Cascade Mountains.

Just an hour’s drive from Portland, situated in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, is a majestic mountain lodge. Skamania, which opened in 1993, just seven years after Congress created the national scenic area, is a four-story Cascadian-style lodge. Some of the timbers used in the construction are over 100 years old. Come with us and discover this magical place in springtime, at the beginning of the season, when things are fresh and renewed.

Take the Train to Oakland

An enjoyable day out in Oakland! Board Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor for the short ride to Jack London Square. Lunch is included on the water at Kincaid’s. A short distance away is the Oakland Museum of California, featuring an exhibit of the photographs of Dorothea Lange. Through the lens of her camera, Lange documented American life with riveting, intimate photographs that showed the major issues of the times. From documenting the plight of Dust Bowl migrants during the Great Depression to magnifying the grim conditions of incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II, Lange’s photographs demonstrate how empathy and compassion – focused through art – can trigger political action. View approximately 100 photographs, including vintage prints, unedited proof sheets, personal memorabilia, and historic objects. Return to Sacramento in the late afternoon by coach.

Vancouver and Victoria

The very best of British Columbia

The Sounds of Music in Leavenworth

This summer time favorite is back again! It has a little bit of everything: theatre, stunning outdoor views, a train ride through beautiful mountain terrain, and the old world charm of Bavaria without a long plane ride!

Please click here for a short video about this tour.

“Summer of Love”

In commemoration of what is now known as “The Summer of Love,” the city of San Francisco celebrates the 50th Anniversary of this memorable period with a variety of exhibits and remembrances. Join our resident SF guide Craig Smith as we revisit the cultural sites and events that led up to this transformative moment in California history. Included is a tour of the Haight-Ashbury district, including painted apartments buildings, the Grateful Dead Victorian, Golden Gate Park, the Jefferson Airplane Mansion, the Janis Joplin apartment, Buena Vista Park, and a special photographic exhibit at the California Historical Society. Lunch is included at the Beach Chalet in Golden Gate Park. Wearing tie-dye clothing, love beads, and daisies in your hair are optional!

The Sounds of Music in Leavenworth

This summer time favorite is back again! It has a little bit of everything: theatre, stunning outdoor views, a train ride through beautiful mountain terrain, and the old world charm of Bavaria without a long plane ride!

Please click here for a short video about this tour.

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.

All Around the Olympic Peninsula

Featuring Ocean Shores, Lake Quinault and the Hoh Rainforest

Postcards from Puget Sound

Take in the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest by land, air, and sea! Idyllic coastal towns, artist enclaves, boutique shopping and upscale cuisine showcase the best of the San Juan Islands.

Land Without Limits: British Columbia’s Cariboo Chilcotin

Featuring the best of BC’s Interior

Canada Coast to Coast by Rail

Featuring three rail experiences across Canada on board VIA Rail

Catalina Island Getaway

Catalina Island isn’t a destination; it’s a state of mind. And October is the perfect time to visit, with mild temperatures and long after the summer crowds are gone. Our annual escape to the island “26 miles across the sea” features three nights at the Pavilion Lodge, in the heart of Avalon, right on the harbor and within walking distance of countless shops and restaurants. Begin with a short flight to Southern California. Enjoy a tour and spectacular Sunday Brunch aboard the Queen Mary, moored in Long Beach Harbor. Travel aboard the high-speed Catalina Express ferry to the island. At your hotel, enjoy a wine reception each night and a continental breakfast each morning.

The itinerary includes several adventures on the island as well as plenty of free time to enjoy additional activities or time to relax on your own. Included in the package is a behind-the-scenes tour of Catalina’s famous ballroom and Casino Building. Catch a glimpse of the underwater world surrounding the island on board a semi-submersible vehicle. Additionally, view Avalon and its beautiful harbor from high above on the Inland Motor Tour; the tour follows the island’s original stagecoach route aboard a specially designed bus and visits the Native Plant Nursery, the Bald Eagle Habitat, the Airport in the Sky, and Conservancy Nature Center. A final night dinner is just steps from your hotel. A mid-morning return to the mainland by ferry allows you time for lunch in Long Beach at Parker’s Lighthouse prior to your late afternoon flight home.

Canyons and Monuments

Featuring Monument Valley, Canyon de Chelly and Lake Powell