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
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)
Doris Young
(805) 640-7158
Always include your name, phone number, and the date of the tour that you are calling about.
If you change your phone number, please notify Helen Andrews.
National & International Tours & Trips
Shades of Ireland
March 19th - 28th, 2025
Bluegrass Country and the Smokey Mountains
May 22nd - 30th, 2025
Discover the Islands of New England
July 18th - 25th, 2025
Rome and the Amalfi Coast
September 14th - 23rd, 2025
Spain Classics and Portugal
November 1st - 15th, 2025
Discover South Pacific Wonders
February 11th - 25th, 2026
Local Tours & Trips
Mystery Tour
Thursday, October 10th, 2024 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$176 Members
$191 Non-Members
Board at 8:30am
Depart at 8:45am
Return at 5:30pm
Ditch the predictable, embrace the suprise!
We'll be heading out on a surprise expedition, East, West, North, or South – can you guess where? The suspense builds as your destination remains a secret until we arrive.
Get ready for two amazing stops along the way, complete with a delicious included lunch to fuel your sense of wonder. This is your chance to escape the ordinary and discover something truly unexpected! Let's go!
Wonder Valley Ranch Resort
Sun. October 20th - Wed. October 23rd 2024 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
Single
$1,781 Members
$1,796 Non-Members
Double
$1,681/ea. Members
$1,696/ea. Non-Members
Triple
$1,631/ea. Members
$1,646/ea. Non-Members
Board at 8:45am
Depart at 9:00am
Return at 6:30pm
Unwind with a relaxing 4-day escape at Wonder Valley Ranch Resort! Enjoy delicious meals, nightly entertainment, and activities like canoeing, fishing, and games. Our included adventures take you to see the giant sequoias of Kings Canyon National Park and explore Fresno's unique underground gardens.
Let's Go to Vegas!
Mon. November 18th - Wed. November 20th, 2024 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
Single
$910 Members
$925 Non-Members
Double
$840/ea. Members
$855/ea. Non-Members
Triple
$835/ea. Members
$850/ea. Non-Members
Board at 9:30am
Depart at 9:45am
Return at 6:30pm
Escape to Vegas! Spend 2 nights at the classic Four Queens Hotel & Casino downtown. Experience the vibrant nightlife on a strip tour. Indulge in chocolate at Ethel M's Factory and explore the botanical gardens. Immerse yourself in space with Darren Aronofsky's "Postcard from Earth" at The Sphere. Wrap up your trip with a visit to Calico Ghost Town before heading home.
Christmas Is with the Citrus Singers
Saturday, December 14th, 2024 Meet at the Friends of the Camarillo Library
$170 Members
$185 Non-Members
Board at 9:15am
Depart at 9:30am
Return at 6:30pm
Deck the halls and get ready for a holly jolly good time! We're kicking off the holidays with a delicious lunch at the famous Clearman's Galley, followed by the dazzling Christmas spectacular, "Christmas Is." This sell-out show features the Citrus Singers, who will fill your heart with joyous music and holiday cheer. Prepare to be dazzled by incredible costumes, festive sets, and a full live orchestra! Act one is packed with everyone's favorite carols, while act two takes you on a whirlwind Christmas adventure around the world – all with the pizazz of Broadway! Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of the season!
TOUR POLICIES
CANCELLATION POLICY
No refunds will be issued within 30 days of trip unless the spot can be filled from the wait list. Please advise Helen if someone else is using your ticket. If you are unable to travel on the morning of a day trip, let Helen know before 8:00 a.m. 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.
