Tours & Trips
The Friends offer a variety of Local, National and International/Overseas tours for the enjoyment and education of our members. Upcoming Trip brochures can be found in the Friends bookstore.
Reminder: Cancelled checks confirm your reservation. Please submit payment if you wish to reserve space.
The Friends offer a variety of tours for the enjoyment and education of our members.
Local trips include, but are not limited to theater performances, museums, wine tours, and gardens.
Trips throughout the United States and Canada are available during the year.
Overseas tours to Europe, Africa, South America, Australia and Asia are also offered.
Some of the advantages of Friends tours are:
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Tour Director & Local Guide on every tour.
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Members receive a monthly Amigos Newsletter with details on future tours.
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Friends Members receive a discount on each tour.
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Transportation is provided from the Camarillo Library for each trip.
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Chance to meet new friends, especially if you are new to the area.
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Great for people who are single!
For more information about
Local Tours
Contact Helen Andrews at (805) 482-5269
between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm
or email at tours@friendscamarillolibrary.org
For more information about our
Extended Tours
(National/International)
Contact Doris Young at (805) 640-7158
or email at vetyoung21@yahoo.com
Always include your name, phone number, and the date of the tour that you are calling about.
Slideshow Presentations
Located in the Camarillo Library Community Room
Thursday, September 10th, 2026 1:30 PM
Featuring information about our tours:
Discover America’s Music Cities (March 2027)
London & Paris (May 2027)
*please note that this slideshow is on a Thursday
Tuesday, October 6th, 2026 1:30 PM
Featuring information about our tours:
London & Paris (May 2027)
Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains (July 2027)
National & International Tours & Trips
Spectacular Scandinavia
October 4th - 18th 2026
Cultural Treasures of Japan
December 3rd - 16th 2026
Alaska Northern Lights
February 28th - March 6th 2027
Discover America's Music Cities
March 18th - 25th 2027
London & Paris
May 15th - 23rd 2027
Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains
July 17th - 26th, 2027
Highlights of Norway
September 26th - October 4th, 2027
Discover Grand Hawaiian Adventure
November 4th - 16th, 2027
Local Tours & Trips
The Phantom of the Opera at the Pantages Theatre
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$200 Members $215 Non-Members Board at 12:00pm | Depart at 12:15pm | Return at 6:15pm
Step into the legendary Pantages Theatre, where the grandeur of 1930s Art Deco architecture sets the stage for an unforgettable evening of haunting romance and timeless music. Experience Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece The Phantom of the Opera—a dark, passionate tale of love, obsession, and beauty set beneath the glittering chandeliers of the Paris Opera House—brought to life with soaring melodies, breathtaking spectacle, and unforgettable characters including the enigmatic Phantom, the radiant Christine Daaé, and her devoted Raoul. Feel your heart race as iconic songs like “The Music of the Night,” “Think of Me,” and “All I Ask of You” echo through this historic venue, delivering a powerful, emotional journey of shadows, tragedy, and enduring love that has captivated audiences for decades.
Beauty and The Beast at the Pantages Theatre
Saturday, September 5th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$200 Members $215 Non-Members Board at 12:00pm | Depart at 12:15pm | Return at 6:15pm
Step into a world of enchantment as Disney’s beloved Beauty and the Beast comes alive on the historic Pantages Theatre stage in Los Angeles. This breathtaking Broadway-caliber production brings the timeless tale of love, transformation, and acceptance to life with spectacular costumes, dazzling sets, and iconic songs including “Be Our Guest,” “Gaston,” “Beauty and the Beast,” and more—perfect for reliving cherished memories or sharing the magic with a new generation. Join Belle, the Beast, and the enchanted castle residents for an all-ages evening of romance, wonder, and unforgettable musical theater that captures the heart of Disney’s classic story.
Mesquite, Zion & Las Vegas Adventure
(4 days, 3 nights)
September 14th - September 17th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
Single: $1,300 Members $1,315 Non-Members Double: $1,100 Members $1,115 Non-Members
Board at 8:00am | Depart at 8:30am (9/14/26) | Return at 6:00pm (9/17/26)
Embark on a breathtaking 4-day Southwest escape, journeying by deluxe motorcoach through the vast Mojave Desert to the vibrant red rock wonders of Zion National Park—Utah’s first and most stunning national park—where you’ll marvel at towering ruby cliffs, sapphire skies, emerald greenery, and the serene Virgin River with stops at iconic spots like Weeping Rock and the Temple of Sinawava. Continue the adventure into Nevada’s oldest and most dramatic state park, Valley of Fire, surrounded by fiery Aztec sandstone formations that glow brilliantly in the sunlight, before arriving in dazzling Las Vegas for an overnight at the iconic Excalibur Hotel. The grand finale awaits inside The Sphere, where the beloved 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz explodes into an immersive 16K 4D experience—you’ll walk the Yellow Brick Road in every direction, feel swirling tornado winds, wander through blooming poppy fields, and step inside the glowing Emerald City, enveloped in a fully remastered score and crystal-clear sound that makes you part of the story. This unforgettable journey blends awe-inspiring natural beauty, relaxing resort evenings, thrilling entertainment, and cherished memories.
* Final payment must be received on or before July 20th, 2026
Mystery Tour
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$185 Members $200 Non-Members
Board at 8:15am | Depart at 8:30am | Return at 5:30pm
The first 50 checks received by Helen will get to enjoy our highly popular mystery tour. These tours are always a group favorite as they feature new experiences that you have never encountered. In fact, you most likely may not even know of their existence - but you’ll assuredly be pleasantly surprised! Let the guessing begin at the destination will remain unknown and will only be revealed just prior to our arrivals will make a stop for an included lunch. This tour involves moderate walking and involves getting on and off the bus a few times.
Mystery Tour
Thursday, October 29th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$185 Members $200 Non-Members
Board at 8:15am | Depart at 8:30am | Return at 5:30pm
The first 50 checks received by Helen will get to enjoy our highly popular mystery tour. These tours are always a group favorite as they feature new experiences that you have never encountered. In fact, you most likely may not even know of their existence - but you’ll assuredly be pleasantly surprised! Let the guessing begin at the destination will remain unknown and will only be revealed just prior to our arrivals will make a stop for an included lunch. This tour involves moderate walking.
Mystere by Cirque Du Soleil at COSM
Thursday, November 19th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$200 Members $215 Non-Members
Board at 9:15am | Depart at 9:30am | Return at 5:30pm
Step into the heart of Cirque du Soleil’s iconic Mystère like never before in a groundbreaking Shared Reality experience at Cosm. Move seamlessly from jaw-dropping spectacle to intimate, behind-the-curtain moments, witnessing the raw discipline, strength, fragility, and artistry of the performers in stunning ultra-high resolution on an 87-foot wraparound LED display. Guided by thunderous Taiko drums and an original score, this reimagined production reveals the unseen dedication and pure expression behind the timeless show—no headsets required, just pure, shared immersion inside spectacular domed environments.
Surf, Sand and Santa
Thursday, December 17th, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$200 Members $215 Non-Members
Board at 11:45am | Depart at 12:00pm | Return at 10:30pm
Experience the magic of one of America’s largest and most beloved holiday traditions—the 118-year-old Newport Harbor Christmas Boat Parade, viewed by over a million people each year. Begin with a delicious waterfront dinner at the Harborside Restaurant (with your choice of Pot Roast, Salmon, Chicken, or Vegetarian), then board our private Tiki boat for an unforgettable cruise through Newport Bay. Glide past hundreds of spectacularly decorated yachts, boats, kayaks, and waterfront mansions transformed into twinkling holiday wonderlands, all competing for awards in this dazzling nighttime spectacle.
Colorful Songs of Broadway - New Year's Eve Matinee Celebration
Thursday, December 31st, 2026 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$198 Members $213 Non-Members
Board at 9:45am | Depart at 10:00am | Return at 6:00pm
Ring in 2026 with style and swing at a festive New Year’s Eve Matinee Celebration at Almansor Court! Celebrate on London time with a lively 4pm countdown as Tino Macchia and his band take the stage, delivering unforgettable classics from the American Songbook and Pop legends like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Neil Diamond, and Tom Jones. With his signature elegance, powerful voice, and dynamic showmanship, Tino brings fresh energy to these beloved hits for an afternoon full of joy and nostalgia.Enjoy a delicious meal with your choice of BBQ Chicken with Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetarian Pesto Pasta, or Vegan Tartare, accompanied by wine, champagne, party hats, and noise makers as we toast the New Year together.
TOUR POLICIES
CANCELLATION POLICY
No refunds will be issued within 30 days of tour – Please Note: There may be some exceptions-when tickets have been purchased or rooms have been reserved-inquire at time of making your tour reservation about refund policy for these type of tours they might be nonrefundable once reserved - unless it can be filled from our wait list or you find a replacement. Please advise Helen if someone else is going in your place. If you must cancel the morning of the tour call Doris Young before 8:00 AM 1-928-706-8881 (cell) so the tour is not delayed.
TOUR POLICY
Please note: Friends Tours does not discriminate against persons on the basis of disability. However, Friends Tours regrets that it cannot provide individual assistance to guests in wheelchairs, for walking, dining, or other personal needs. Persons needing such assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied travel companion. It is essential that the Tour Manager be notified of any special medical, physical, food allergies/vegan diets or other requirements as soon as possible. Friends Tours reserves the right to decline acceptance of any person as a member of a tour or travel group at any time when such action is determined by the Tour Manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the tour.
