Extended Travel

Newest Extended Travel from Collette Tours

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
October 5-10 2022
Welcome to a veritable “land of enchantment.” New Mexico is a place diverse in culture and scenic beauty. In both Santa Fe and Albuquerque, discover cities rich in multiculturalism, natural beauty and profound history. Join in the excitement of this annual hot air ballooning extravaganza. This is your chance to experience one of the world’s most photographed events. Watch as the balloons launch in one of the most spectacular displays of sound and color in all of aviation. History unfolds at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History where a docent takes you on an intriguing journey that includes details of the Manhattan Project. Next, visit the gateway to the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. See the ever-changing galleries that highlight local and national Native American artists. With a focus on Pueblo artists, this center strives to preserve the Pueblo culture. Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer! Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up!
Cost: $2898 pp/double - $3598 pp/single

Iceland's Magical Northern Lights
November 12-18 2022
You’re on your way to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Where steaming lava fields and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. In this land of many natural wonders, enjoy the rare opportunity to search for the aurora borealis — one of nature’s most dazzling light displays, also known as the northern lights. Your tour opens in Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital city. Get acquainted with old town Reykjavík on a walking tour featuring the harbor, city hall, the Parliament building, and the nearby cathedral, dating back to 1796. Gather with your fellow travelers at a popular restaurant for dinner featuring Icelandic cuisine. Travel the Golden Circle to experience renowned natural wonders, including the explosive Geysir thermal area, the double-cascade Gullfoss waterfall, and the famous Thingvellir National Park, where you’ll stand upon the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Stop at the Lava Exhibition Center and delve into Iceland’s past and present volcanic eruptions. Journey to Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous and unique waterfalls. Visit Skógar Museum and discover its turf-built homes and artifacts. Stand in awe before the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s tallest. Your journey continues to Reynisfjara, a volcanic sand beach surrounded by basalt formations and rich bird life. Drive along the south shore towards the Reykjanes Peninsula. Known for its rugged landscape, lava fields, and numerous hot springs, the peninsula is home to the Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of the geothermal pool, located in the heart of a dramatic lava field. Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer! Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up! 
Cost: $3998 pp/double - $4498 pp/single

Spotlight on New York City
April 13-17 2023
“Start spreading the news,” because today you arrive in America’s most exciting metropolis for a getaway filled with shopping, sightseeing and endless entertainment. An exciting day begins with breakfast at a local eatery, before embracing the city’s energy on a locally guided tour of the “Big Apple.” Find yourself in Greenwich Village, the Wall Street district, Chinatown, and Central Park. See the Empire State Building and many other time-honored landmarks. Enjoy your first Broadway show rthis evening! Prepare for another exhilarating day with a fun-filled breakfast at the famous Ellen’s Stardust Diner, a 50s-themed restaurant featuring a singing wait staff. Board a ferry for a cruise of New York Harbor. Take in the incredible views of the towering Statue of Liberty. Dock and get up-close to “Lady Liberty.” She has welcomed immigrants and visitors to New York Harbor since 1886. Created as a token of friendship between the U.S. and France, the Statue of Liberty has become a global symbol of freedom. Reflect at the 9/11 Memorial and take a self-guided tour at the 9/11 Museum - two poignant tributes to the lives lost. This afternoon, the curtains rise for your second Broadway show. You’ll choose from a selection of Broadway’s biggest hits. Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer! Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up!
Cost: $2698 pp/double - $3298 pp/single

Newest Extended Travel from Mayflower Tours

East African Safari Adventure
September 8-20 2022
The safari adventure begins with the first game-viewing drive through Amboseli National Park, you will then have 5 other safaris awaiting you throughout your 13 day tour including, T arangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara Game Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park. All of your wild game dreams will come true as you see rhino’s, buffalo, giraffe, leopards, lions, zebras and elephants, don’t forget all the birds as well as flora! This trip is truly amazing. Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up!
$8613 pp/double - $9712 pp/single

Best of Ireland
October 5-17 2022
The best of Ireland, truly includes the best! Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, one of the few remaining buildings from medieval times, and see its impressive altar and stained-glass windows. Venture out with your local guide along the Irish Food Trail to get to the heart of what it means to be Irish! Travel through the scenic countryside and stop in the village of Blarney where you become caught up in the aura of magic and mystique during an included visit to Blarney Castle. Stopping in the picturesque village of Adare, be transported back in time as you stroll through the quaint streets with thatched-roofed cottages and cozy shops. Learn about sheep herding, the training of the dogs, and witness a demonstration of these amazing animals at work in the field. Enjoy a soda-bread making demo and a hearty lunch with entertainment provided by local musicians. Visit Titanic Belfast where the story of the ill-fated ship is told from her conception to the construction and launch to her catastrophic demise. Interpretive and interactive galleries bring the history of the Titanic to life. Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer
Call 925-937-2223 To speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up!
Cost: $5503 pp/double - $6852 pp/single

Temples & Treasures of Sicily and Malta
October 2 2023
Benvenuto! Welcome to Sicily! Begin the day with a discovery of Palermo, home to Byzantine mosaics, Arabesque domes, and frescoed cupolas. During the guided tour, visit the impressive Norman Palace; The Torre Pisana (Pisan Tower) is home to the Astronomical Observatory since 1791 and one of the last surviving castle towers of the area. In the same day you will also visit Cathedral of Monreale, which is one of the most beautiful Norman churches in Sicily. Travel to Taormina with sightseeing enroute. A guided visit of the Valley of the Temples, one of the country’s most historical attractions, showcases an outstanding example of Magna Graecia art and architecture. Journey by coach to Syracuse for a guided walking tour in the old town of Ortygia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the ‘historical heart of Syracuse’. Explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and see the majestic ruins of the Greek Temple of Apollo. Visit the Latomia del Paradiso and marvel at the Ear of Dionysus – a cavern famous for its acoustics and the sheer beauty of nature. Depart the hotel by coach for Mount Etna – the highest active volcano in Europe. Ascend by coach to the base station Rifugio Sapienza at approximately 5900 feet, from where you can explore the now extinct ‘Monti Silvestri Craters’. At the port of Pozzallo, board a high-speed catamaran for the journey of approximately 90 minutes across the Ionian Sea to Malta. Travel to Valletta for a guided walking tour of this capital city and also the Ta’ Qali Crafts Village located in the former RAF wartime airfield. Observe as local artisans create beautiful items from glassblowers and goldsmiths making filigree jewelry to sculptors and lace-makers. On the final day, explore the island of Gozo, a short ferry ride from Malta. Rich with lush green landscapes and rolling countryside dotted with traditional villages, Gozo offers a relaxing pace. Board the waiting motorcoach and arrive at the Ggantija Temples, the oldest free-standing stone structures in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the capital of Victoria for a visit of the Old Citadel, rising above the capital and dominating the skyline. Return to Malta by ferry for some free time before enjoying a farewell dinner. Click Here for Link to Direct Flyer! Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up!
Cost: $5158 pp/double - $5967 pp/single 

Newest Extended Travel from Premier World Tours

The Magnolia Trail & The Heart of Texas
November 5-10 2022
Highlights include the Magnolia Market at the Silos and HGTV Fixer Upper Tour, a Dallas city tour with a focus on the assassination of President Kennedy and a stop at the George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Enjoy a tour of the AT&T stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys and spend an afternoon exploring the Historic Fort Worth Stockyard District. Time in Waco includes a tour of the Dr. Pepper Museum and a Texas style BBQ farewell dinner. Round trip transfers, airfare, 6 meals, 4 nights hotel accommodations, travel insurance and baggage handling are included. Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up! Click Here for Direct Link to Flyer! Cost: $2737 pp/double - $3659 pp/single

Washington DC Holiday
December 7-13 2022
Highlights include Arlington Nat’l Cemetery, White House Visitor’s Center, Ford’s Theater, Smithsonian Institution Museums, Library of Congress, Night Illumination Monuments Tour, Downtown DC Christmas market, National Christmas tree and much more! Trip includes round-trip airfare and hometown transfers, 5 nights hotel accommodations, 8 meals, professional tour director, travel insurance and baggage handling. Call 925-937-2223 to speak with a Travel Agent and sign-up! Cost: $3260 pp/double - $3860 pp/single

Newest Extended Travel from Friendly Excursions World Tours

St Louis, Branson, Memphis & Nashville
September 18-25 2022
Your tour begins in St Louis Missouri, famous for its monument “The Gateway to the West”, you will have time to enjoy the evening on your own with all the shops and restaurants at St. Louis Union Station. Travel on your way to Branson, known as the “Live Music Capitol of the World”, where you will enjoy a welcome dinner and a live performance from The Dutton’s. More shows abound on your second day in Branson, as you board the Showboat Branson Belle for a lunch before 2 shows that day. You’ll also spend time in the Historic Downtown Branson, which features brick walls, Victorian lamp posts and old timey building facades. Getting out of Branson, you’ll spend time in the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum in Little Rock, Arkansas before driving on through to Memphis Tennessee, “Home of the Blues and Birthplace of Rock & Roll”. No stop in Memphis is complete without a stop at Graceland, The Home of Elvis Pressley, which includes the self-guided tour with audio; From his cars, to his lifestyle, blue suede shoes and career, there is plenty of memorabilia to see. You’ll head to Nashville next, where you will visit the Country Music Hall of Fame as well as enjoy a stay in Gaylord Opry Resort before enjoying the Grand Ole Opry and finally the Johnny Cash museum. This music packed vacation will leave you tapping your shoe to a new tune as you head home. To sign-up make an appointment with Cassie Eternal at 925-771-7636
Cost: $3299 pp/double - $3999 pp/single 

Countdown to Mardi Gras! New Orleans and Cajun Country
February 14-19 2023
Fly into New Orleans, the birthplace of Jazz! This melting pot of Caribbean, European, African and Hispanic cultures blend together in food, architecture and music, creating a wonderful symphony for your senses. Enjoy a city tour with a local guide who will reveal city secrets like where Nicholas Cage resided in a haunted home for some years and the bountiful Bourbon Street which will have you excited for the day and nightlife. Ride an airboat through the swamplands and get a true look at the flora and fauna within, which range from scary to dangerous swamp animals like gators!There is a pre-Mardi Gras parade for you to enjoy from your reserved grandstand seats, which will feature the colorful and creative floats. Move on down the road to Lafayette for a 2 night stay where you will get the Cajun treatment. Learn the history of the Creole people at Vermilionville museum and learn about accordions at the Martin Accordions Company. Finally a tour of Avery Island, the original home of Tabasco sauce will leave you with your mouth watering. Please note: The Friendly Excursions Tour Group requires that you be fully vaccinated against covid-19 to participate in this trip. To sign-up make an appointment with Cassie Eternal at 925-771-7636 Cost: $2699 pp/double - $3299 pp/single