The individual tours will be showing up on the website over the next week.

Here are a few of the just added new tours.

The following tours are included in our new catalog and are now available:

Palomar Observatory Tour, Friday, June 30, 2010
Disney Concert Hall: FRANK, TONY & THE MAESTRO, Sunday, August 8, 2010
Disney Concert Hall: BEETHOVEN & BROADWAY, Sunday, August 22, 2010

September 17-24, 2010 (8 days)

Tour Highlights:

Extensive guided sightseeing of this phenomenally beautiful area, that is normally peaking with Fall foliage this time of year, with former professor of geography, Dennis Napier.

In Colorado Springs visit the U.S. Air Force Academy, Garden of the Gods and ride the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway.

Ride the Royal Gorge Route Railroad through the spectacular Royal Gorge.

A memorable ride through the Colorado Rockies aboard the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

September 28-30, 2010 (3 days)

Tour Highlights:

With Dr. Howard Shifflett, explore the geology that created the spectacular formations that attracted film-makers to “Movie Row” – a popular film site for over 200 movies.

Journey up Highway 395 to see Mono Lake and the tufa towers that surround this million-year-old lake to create a bizarre moonlike landscape.

See the site of the largest volcanic eruption in California, visit glacier-formed June Lake and volcanic Mammoth Mountain – this region is considered to be one the most active geologic areas in the U.S.

October 2-8, 2010 (7 days)

Tour Highlights:

Extensive guided sightseeing of this historic area at the time for fall foliage with a former professor of geography.

Visit the historic towns of Auburn, Sutters Creek, Murphys, Placerville, Angels Camp, Sonora, Nevada City, Jamestown and the Apple Hill area as you travel historic Highway 49.

Visit a replica of Sutter’s Mill and Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, site of the gold discovery which sparked the great California Gold Rush.

Thursday, June 10, 2010 (1 day)

Over 80 years ago, Will Rogers, often called the “Cowboy Philosopher,” bought this magnificent spread of land in the Santa Monica Mountains, where he and his family enlarged their weekend cottage to 31 rooms. It is a woodsy, 186-acre retreat with corrals, horses, polo fields, rugged canyons and hillsides. At the Visitor’s Center, tour a small museum and see a short film about his life with exhibits about the cowboy-comic. Tour the home with a docent and explore the grounds on your own. Then it’s on to the historic Santa Monica Pier which celebrated its 100 year anniversary in 2009, for an optional lunch with choice of entrée and dessert at Bubba Gump, or lunch on your own at one of the eateries on the Pier. Time to stroll on the pier enjoying the lively street performers and maybe take a ride on the 1922 Carousel. This afternoon, time at your leisure to stroll and shop along Santa Monica’s 3rd Street Promenade. Suggested: walking shoes as there is considerable walking on this tour.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 (1 day)

Embark on a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour to discover the geographic and geologic secrets in our own backyard as we are joined for the day by an expert geologist-guide. You’ll be amazed at the new and surprising things you’ll learn about places you may have already been or things you’ve never understood. Our day begins as we travel through Santa Ana Canyon where the Santa Ana River passes between the Santa Ana Mountains and the Chino Hills. We’ll learn why this area poses the greatest flood hazard west of the Misssissippi River and see what’s being done about it. We’ll continue our journey to the largest natural lake in Southern California, Lake Elsinore, and learn about the drastic rise and fall of the lakes water level and what is being down to prevent another deadly flood like the one here in 1980. We’ll learn about the Elsinore fault and why that poses a greater threat here than the San Andreas fault. We’ll make a stop at Tom’s Farm near Lake Elsinore, offering farm-fresh produce, nuts and other goodies. Continuing along Ortega Highway we’ll begin an exploration of the largest intact natural landscape remaining in coastal southern California – the Santa Ana Mountains. At Caspers Wilderness Park, an 8,000 acre protected preserve nestled among the river terraces and sandstone canyons of the western coastal Santa Ana Range we’ll learn about the extensive human history here and the mountain lions that still rule here. Continuing west, we’ll travel to Dana Point and encounter a "stranger than fiction" story of the coastal rocks here. Finally, at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point Harbor, we’ll be joined by a marine scientist to discuss whales – differing species, their lifestyle and why they migrate more than any other mammal in the animal kingdom. The interactive lecture will be followed by a docent-led tour of the Ocean Institute. An included picnic lunch along our journey. A truly unique, fun and educational experience!

Thursday, June 17, 2010 (1 day)

At the Showtime Cabaret every show is a celebration of entertainment with singing and dancing to celebrate the greatest musicals ever produced from the 1930s to 2000s. This performance will showcase the outstanding song and dance numbers from some of the greatest musical comedies ever produced such as Hello Dolly, Singing In the Rain, Oklahoma, My Fair Lady, Mamma Mia and many more! Be prepared to laugh and even sing along as you are serenaded and romanced by Showtime Cabaret’s super star cast. Audience participation and door prizes too! Includes a waiter-served lunch with choice of entrée and dessert at the Pomona Valley Mining Company in Pomona.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 (1 day)

Our expert L.A. step-on guide, Johnathan, takes us on this enlightening adventure that includes a tour to discover that art isn’t only found in museums. The tour will include some driving, walking and riding aboard L.A.’s Red Line subway. See beautiful murals and artwork that adorn the city in the most unexpected places including lobbies, courtyards and gardens. Our travelers are always amazed at the amount of knowledge and appreciation for Los Angeles that they gain from Johnathan’s tours. A stop will be made for lunch on your own during the tour.

Saturday, June 26, 2010 (1 day)

The Bowl's annual celebration of all-things ABBA hits yet another milestone: the 40th birthday of ABBA! Don't miss your opportunity to dance and sing under the stars with the best tribute band in the world - ABBA: The Music direct from Sweden! Plus very special ABBA-fabulous special guests and activities to be announced. Great center section bench seating with seat cushion provided. Bring a picnic dinner or buy at the Bowl.

Saturday, June 26, 2010 (1 day)

Down the centuries, the men of Scottish villages gathered once a year and passed the day exercising their strength in athletic competition and playing traditional music. Today, Scottish Highland games are held in all parts of the world where Scots have made their home. Join us as we venture to the Scottish Highland Games in San Diego to experience the life of a Scot in ancient times. Thrill to the sounds of bagpipes and drumming competitions and see traditional Scottish Country and Highland dancing. See athletic events including tremendous feats in strength and skill like the caber toss, weight toss and hammer throw. Watch as herding sheep dogs move sheep around a field, through fences and gates, as directed by their handlers. Enjoy traditional Scottish food available for purchase. Enjoy the festival and lunch on your own, at your leisure.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 (1 day)

This Showtime spectacular sizzles with excitement, fun and patriotism! Join the fun as we celebrate our country’s birthday and recreate the music, songs and dances that America will always be known for all over the world! At the Showtime Cabaret every show is a celebration of entertainment with singing and dancing celebrating the greatest musicals ever produced from the 1930's to 2000's and this is another show you won’t want to miss! Audience participation and door prizes too! Includes a waiter-served lunch with choice of entrée and dessert at The Castaway in Burbank.