Trips & Excursions
It's time to hit the road and travel to some of the most exciting destinations on the East Coast. The trips sponsored by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission have a reputation for being as varied as they are inexpensive and are known for attracting congenial, energetic repeat travelers. It's just a matter of time before you're hooked too. But register early, seats go faster than we can say "Welcome Aboard."
Trips & Excursions for all areas are now listed in SMARTlink!
NORTHERN AREA 2007/2008 TRIPS & EXCURSIONS - Times and itinerary subject to change.
All Northern Area Trips depart from and return to: College Park Airport, 1909 Corporal Frank Scott Drive, College Park, Maryland
All trips are self-sustaining, therefore, refunds for all trips will be made only if your place can be filled or the trip is cancelled. Medical reasons cannot be used for refunds unless your spot can be filled.
Due to the full tour itinerary, stamina, independence and self-care are necessary. Participant must be able to maintain group pace.
Trips depend on sufficient registration; specific registration deadlines may apply.
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Friday, September 12, 2008
All-You-Can-Eat Crab Feast, St. Michaels
An early departure for this tour gives you time on your own for browsing and shopping in the quaint seaport town of St. Michaels, Maryland. Your private crab feast includes freshly steamed crabs, shrimp, fried chicken, Eastern Shore corn-on-the-cob, fresh vegetables and dip, sliced garden tomatoes, cole slaw, potato salad, cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, brownies, and unlimited soda and iced tea. The day would not be complete without a complimentary hand dipped ice-cream at a local parlor. En route home, you will have an opportunity to purchase Eastern Shore crab meat at a local crab packing company.
SMARTlink #120893
Fee: Resident $88; Non-Resident $106
Departure Time: 8 am
Return Time: 6 pm
Thursday-Friday, September 25-October 3, 2008
Great Lakes, Milwaukee, Mackinac Island
This tour has it ALL for a great vacation. You will visit Milwaukee, Wisconsin for a city tour and stay 2 nights at the historic Pfister Hotel, tour the Pabst Mansion of the famous brewing family, tour the most beautiful art museum with the first Santiago Calatrava - designed building in the country, 2 nights at the Victorian Inn at Bay Harbor on the Shores of Lake Michigan and great views of Little Traverse Bay, 2 nights on Mackinac Island via ferry cruise across Lake Huron, staying 2 nights at the famous and historic Grand Hotel with a magnificent front porch thought to be the longest in the world. This 9-day tour includes 8 nights accommodations, 18 meals, round-trip deluxe motorcoach transportation, all taxes, ferry cruises, admission, tours, gratuities. Driver gratuity is $30 per person for this tour. A $500 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Balance due May 1, 2008. Trip insurance highly recommended.
SMARTlink #111037
Fee: Resident $2,290 (Double Occupancy), $2,845 (Single Occupancy); Non-Resident $2,748 (Double Occupancy), $3,414 (Single Occupancy)
Departure Time: 6 am, 9/25/08
Return Time: 9 pm, 10/3/08
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Autumn Train Excursion and Show, PA
This tour is a perfect Fall escape to Pennsylvania. We will arrive at the Victorian Train Station in New Hope, and board the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad. See the continuously changing view as the train traverses through the rolling hills and valleys of historic Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Enjoy lunch that's included at Peddler's Village and time on your own. Afterwards, we'll enjoy an afternoon show, Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical, at the Bucks County Playhouse.
SMARTlink #124936
Fee: Resident $130; Non-Resident $156
Departure Time: 6 am
Return Time: 9 pm
Saturday-Sunday, November 8-9, 2008
A Tony Bennett Weekend, New Jersey
Performing live at the Count Basie Theatre in New Jersey, Tony Bennett is an international treasure with over 50 million records sold, 10 Grammy Awards and so much more. Your 4-star weekend get-a-way includes an overnight stay at the beautiful Hilton Short Hills, New Jersey, and a delicious dinner at the Copper Canyon Restaurant that serves Southwestern cuisine with fresh seafood and steak. On Sunday, enjoy Sunday brunch followed by another matinee show, "In The Mood", a musical that has won National Awards. Tour includes 2 orchestra show tickets, overnight accommodations, 1 dinner, 1 outstanding 4-star Sunday brunch, round-trip motorcoach transportation, all taxes, gratuities, and luggage handling. Motorcoach driver gratuity is $5.00 per person. A $200 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Balance due October 1, 2008. MAIL-IN OR WALK-IN REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS - TONY BENNETT
1 orchestra seat ticket to see Tony Bennett live in concert.
1 orchestra seat ticket to see the matinee musical "In The Mood", that is much more than a concert
but a Big Band Theatrical Swing Revue featuring singers, dancers and the sensational string of Pearls
Big Band Orchestra.
A 4-star Sunday Brunch at the Hilton Short Hills.
1 night accommodation at the Hilton Short Hills.
1 Dinner at a Southwestern style restaurant serving delicious steaks, seafood and more.
SMARTlink #124988
Fee: Resident $455 do pp Resident, $555 so Resident; Non-Resident $546 do pp Non-Resident, $666 so Non-Resident
Departure Time: 9 am 11/8/08
Return Time: 9 pm 11/09/08
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Festival of Trees - Pearl Buck House, Pennsylvania
Join us for a spectacular guided tour of the Pearl Buck House adorned with holiday decorations, a truly beautiful time of the year at the estate. Pearl Buck became the first American woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, and her home is one of ten U.S. National Historic Landmarks that educates about women's contributions to society. We'll also see more than a dozen trees beautifully decorated by community organizations. Prior to the house tour, enjoy an award-winning Champagne Sunday Brunch while listening to the sounds of live, classical piano in the Terrace Restaurant in Davids, Pennsylvania.
SMARTlink #124971
Fee: Resident $92; Non-Resident $110
Departure Time: 7 am
Return Time: 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 30, 2008
The Wizard of Oz Musical - Philadelphia
A spectacular musical celebration of the iconic 1939 MGM film The Wizard of Oz will captivate you from your orchestra seats the moment the tornado touches down and transports you to a dazzling Oz with munchkins and flying monkeys. This lavish production features breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs. Before the show, enjoy upscale dining at the prestigious 5-star Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia for a spectacular Sunday Brunch. Smart casual dress code, jacket preferred.
SMARTlink #124937
Fee: Resident $165; Non-Resident $198
Departure Time: 6:45 am
Return Time: 7:30 pm
Wednesday - Friday, December 3-5, 2008
Miracle on 34th Street - Southern Escape, Martha Washington Inn
Travel to Abingdon, Virginia for an enjoyable two-night stay at the historic Martha Washington Inn and Spa. True Southern hospitality and a loving preservation of the original architecture, set the stage for discriminating travelers seeking a 4-Star vacation. Also included on this tour is a musical performance with orchestra seats of Miracle on 34th Street at the Barter Theater, 3 dinners with one at the inn, a carriage ride through the historic district, 2 full American breakfasts, a visit to the Arts Depot, round-trip motorcoach transportation, all taxes, gratuities and luggage handling. Motorcoach driver gratuity is $5.00 per person. A $200 non-refundable deposit is due at registration with remaining balance due October 31, 2008. MAIL-IN OR WALK-IN REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS - MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
2 nights accommodations at the historic 4-star Martha Washington Inn, dated back to 1890's.
1 show: Miracle on 34th Street Musical at the historic Barter Theatre.
Carriage Ride through the historic district - a collection of 18th and 19th Century domestic and commercial buildings.
The Tavern - Dinner in the oldest of Abingdon's historical buildings and one of the oldest structures west of the Blue Ridge.
2 full American breakfasts.
White's Mill located a few miles outside of Abingdon, a 150 year-old flour and grist mill, one of the only water-powered mills in existence in the Southwest.
A visit to The Mercantile while at the mill for handmade quilts, fabric art, artwork, hand-made brooms and more.
In-door presentation of ghostly tales about the historic area.
Arts Depot - located in an 1890's freight station, where visitors are allowed to see artists' studios and watch painters, potters, weavers and more in action.
Dinner on the way home at the Sweetwater Tavern in Virginia for some absolutely delicious American-Style food.
SMARTlink #126512
Fee: do pp Resident $470, so Resident $670; do pp Non-Resident $560, so Non-Resident $804
Departure Time: 6:30 am 12/3/08
Return Time: 8:30 pm 12/05/08
Friday, December 12, 2008
Happy Happy Holiday - NSO Pops, Marvin Hamlisch
Capture the spirit of the season at the Kennedy Center - enjoy the National Symphony Pop Orchestra with Marvin Hamlisch as the conductor. The Washington Post raves about this annual concert featuring cheerful songs and time-honored classics with special guest performers. See the Concert Hall decorated for the holidays. Prior to the show, enjoy a wonderful dinner at Persimmon Restaurant that offers great entrees such as filet mignon, Maryland crab cakes and other great selections, along with delicious appetizers and dessert.
SMARTlink #124658
Fee: Resident $135; Non-Resident $162
Departure Time: 4 pm
Return Time: 10 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Christmas Extravaganza in Lancaster, PA
Don't miss this fabulous tour that includes two great Christmas Shows and two wonderful meals in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. We depart early for breakfast at Willow Valley Resort. Then it's off to the American Music Theatre for the Christmas Show that is often compared to the Radio City Music Show in New York City. After the show, you'll have time on your own before a late lunch at Shady Maple Farm Market where you can purchase items such as fresh produce, bakery items made from scratch daily, bulk food and candy items. A late lunch at Shady Maple includes a Smorgasbord of salads, soups, homemade breads, meats, vegetables and desserts. The final stop will be at the Living Waters Theatre for the uplifting show, Voices of Christmas. This heart warming musical highlights the many voices that proclaim the powerful message of Christmas.
SMARTlink #127179
Fee: Resident $130; Non-Resident $156
Departure Time: 6 am
Return Time: 8:30 pm
CENTRAL AREA 2007/2008 TRIPS & EXCURSIONS - Times and itinerary subject to change.
The Central Area Trips Program offers two convenient locations to meet the bus: Lake Arbor Community Center, 10100 Lake Arbor Way, Mitchellville and Bowie Community Center, 3209 Stonybrook Drive, Bowie.
Trips are self-sustaining, therefore, refunds for trips can be made only if your place is filled or the trip is cancelled. Medical reasons cannot be used for refunds unless your spot is filled. The Central Area Trip Coordinator must approve all refunds.
Trips depend on sufficient registration; specific registration deadlines may apply.
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Friday, October 17, 2008
Exploring the Eastern Shore
Travel across the bay and spend the day exploring, relaxing, dining and shopping! Tour Salisbury Pewter to witness the beautiful craftsmanship of pewter products followed by a visit to their show room to view or purchase their products. Travel to Tilghman Island for a relaxing lunch at Harrison's Chesapeake House. Take a leisurely boat ride along the Choptank River in the midst of fall. Finish the day shopping for bargains at the Prime Outlets in Queenstown. (Fee includes transportation, tour, lunch, and boat ride.)
SMARTlink #124682
Fee: Resident $70; Non-Resident $84
Age: 18 and up
Time: 8:30 am-5 pm
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Progressive Dining Tour
Get a taste of Carroll County, Maryland with this dining tour serving up a full course meal while visiting different locations throughout the area. Stops include Johansson's Dining House, located on Westminster's quaint Main Street; Antrim 1844 Country House Hotel, nestled in historic Taneytown; and Gypsy's Tea Room, located in the historic William Winchester House. A guide will direct us to and through historic areas offering pleasant country views along the way. The day wouldn't be complete without a visit to the local farmer's market. (Fee includes transportation, guided tour and full course meal.)
SMARTlink #125238
Fee: Resident $80; Non-Resident $108
Age: 18 and up
Time: 8:30 am-7 pm
Sunday, November 9, 2008
West Chester Railroad Fall Express
Enjoy a pre-holiday treat in West Chester, PA! Start the day with Sunday Brunch at Pace One Restaurant, a Country Inn in the Brandywine Valley. Ride the rails of the West Chester Railway in a cozy, decorated climate controlled coach. Afterwards, explore all the shops in the main street area. A stop for dinner or afternoon tea is included. (Fee includes transportation, brunch, train ride and dinner/tea.)
SMARTlink #124691
Fee: Resident $120; Non-Resident $144
Age: 18 and up
Time: 7:30 am-7 pm
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Historic Odessa Holiday Tour
Historic Odessa, Delaware will host its 43rd Annual "Christmas in Odessa" featuring tours of private homes in the village in addition to the designated historic properties. Activities include a craft, antique and fresh cut green sale along with concerts during the day. A stop for dinner is planned on the return trip. (Fee includes transportation, tour/event admission and dinner. Lunch and other purchases are on your own.)
SMARTlink #124692
Fee: Resident $85; Non-Resident $102
Age: 18 and up
Time: 8:30 am-8 pm
Friday, December 12, 2008
Radio City Christmas Spectacular!
Take part in a true holiday tradition in New York City! Dine at the beautiful Waldorf Astoria before spending the afternoon shopping and taking in the sights. Enjoy orchestra seating for the early evening performance of the 2008 Christmas Spectacular featuring the world famous Rockettes. (Fee includes transportation, lunch and orchestra seating.)
SMARTlink #124693
Fee: Resident $198; Non-Resident $238
Age: 18 and up
Time: 6:30 am- 11:30 pm
SOUTHERN AREA 2007/2008 TRIPS & EXCURSIONS - Times and itinerary subject to change.
Trips are self-sustaining, therefore, refunds for trips can be made only if your place is filled or the trip is cancelled. Medical reasons cannot be used for refunds unless your spot is filled. The Southern Area Trip Coordinator must approve all refunds.
Trips depart from and return to (unless otherwise noted): Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744 Information: 301-203-6000; TTY 301-203-6030.
Trips depend on sufficient registration; specific registration deadlines may apply.
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Saturday, September 20, 2008
Shenandoah & Potomac White Water Raft Trip
Travel on two rivers through three states on an unforgettable 4 hour guided tour as you white water raft. Experienced guides will lead your trip showing you the best routes through the rapids while entertaining you with river ore. During your ride, you will take a break to allow you to soak up some sun and enjoy a picnic right on the river.
(Fee includes transportation, raft, and lunch)
SMARTlink #128017
Fee: Resident $120; Non-Resident $144
Age: 6 and up
Departure Time: 7 am
Return Time: 4 pm
Friday, October 17, 2008
Sports Museum of America
Get ready to be immersed in sports' greatest stories, greatest moments, and greatest athletes. The Sports Museum of America is interactive through leading technology as well as memorabilia and iconic artifacts donated by single-sport Halls of Fame, Museums and individual athletes. Afterwards we will dine at Sylvia's Restaurant in Harlem, New York.
(Fee includes transportation, dinner, and admission)
SMARTlink #128018
Fee: Resident $145; Non-Resident $174
Age: 6 and up
Departure Time: 6 am
Return Time: 4 pm
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Radio City Music Hall and Supper at Tavern on the Green
Indulge every sense and create a memory with this amazing holiday trip to see the dazzling and delightful, world famous Rockettes in Radio City Music Hall's unforgettable Christmas Spectacular. Enjoy their signature high kicks, precision choreography, and exciting show stopping numbers from orchestra seats, following a guided tour of the historical landmark, Radio City Music Hall. We will then go to Central Park's beautiful west side, where we will dine at the unparalleled and exquisite Tavern on the Green for supper.
(Fee includes transportation, tour, show, and supper)
SMARTlink #128019
Fee: Resident $182; Non-Resident $218
Age: All
Departure Time: 6 am
Return Time: 11 pm
March 23, 2008-March 27, 2009
San Francisco Getaway featuring Monterey & the Napa Valley
Travel along 17 Mile Drive, the spectacular convergence of land and sea. Explore the seaside city of Monterey and its famous Cannery Row. Enjoy breakfast on Pier 39, San Francisco's #1 attraction. Sit back and relax as you travel one of the world's most famous wine valleys on the Napa Valley Wine Train. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration. Come join at Harmony Hall Regional Center for a presentation on this trip on September 23, 2008 at 7pm. Please RSVP by September 19, 2008 by calling 301-203-6012.
(Fee includes transportation to airport, airfare, some gratuities, lodging, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners)
SMARTlink #128020
Fee: Double Occupancy - Resident $1749; Non-Resident $2099
Single Occupancy - Resident $2249; Non-Resident $2699
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