1002.201 AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY - New York City
Saturday, April 27th
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 7:45am
Bus Returns: 6:00pm
Fee: $110 Ages 5-12 / $120 Ages 12+
Spend a wonderful day at The American Museum of Natural
History, one of the world’s greatest museums. You can stand
under a 94-foot-long blue whale, the largest animal that ever
lived. Marvel at the most important collection of dinosaurs in
the world. Walk through a central African rainforest or feel the
rumble of an earthquake. Explore the exhibition of the inside
story of the brain. Worlds Beyond Earth, an all-new Space
Show narrated by Lypita.
Nyong’o, tells the story of the dynamic world that share our
solar system and the unique conditions that make life on Earth
possible. Fascinating Gift Shop and Museum Food Court (on
your own).
1002.202 WEST POINT CAMPUS TOUR
Saturday, May 18th
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 8:00am
Bus Returns: 6:30pm
Fee: $140
Lunch at the Hotel Thayer for their Bountiful Buffet. Wonderful
assortment of salads, cold cut display, hot entrees and
dessert buffet. Following lunch enjoy a fun & informative 90
minute guided tour of the United States Military Academy at
West Point. Stop at the Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, Battle
Monument and the Plain. Explore the campus and learn in
great detail the history of West Point and our nation. *This
tour requires moderate walking on some uneven ground at
the various stops, most of which are outdoors. Morning stop
to The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor,
NY, commemorating the extraordinary sacrifices of America's
servicemen who were killed or wounded in combat.
1002.203 SAVOR THE FLAVOR: PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
Saturday, June 29th
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 7:30am
Bus Returns: 6:00pm
Fee: $144
Welcome to Federal Hill—Providence’s Little Italy. It is a
great place to stroll and visit the Italian food emporiums
and bakeries. Enjoy a slice of Italy as you watch the great
fountain in DePasquale Square. We’ll begin our day at Scialo
Bros. Bakery, well known for their fine bread & pastries. Bring
home some of their delicious baked goods. We then continue
to Trattoria Zooma, a Southern Italian kitchen featuring
handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza. The chef delights
and entertains you with his tableside demonstration of the
techniques used in pizza making. Our 5 course family-style
meal includes: salad, margherita pizza, potato gnocchi, penne
pasta, and Chicken Marsala, with Cannoli & Coffee. Following
lunch we will stroll over to Venda’s Ravioli Emporium to shop
for fine Italian foods, olive oil, and cheeses… We’ll complete
our day with a riding Tour of Providence with our local step on
guide
General Information
- All trips are subject to change in price and itinerary.
- Day tour cancellation policy applies to all Wallingford Park & Recreation day tours operated by Friendship Tours Inc. Any passenger that cancels a reservation 7 days or less prior to departure will not be eligible for a refund. We will examine cancellations on a case by case basis to determine any exceptions to this rule.
- Please note the Recreation Dept. will make every effort to send a representative from the office to see off the trip to and from our destination and to hear any complaints, concerns and or recommendations. It should be understood that this person is not a tour guide.
- Please retain the same seats throughout the trip.
- A tip for the coach driver is included in the trip fee.
- Please contribute only if you wish since the gratuity is included in the trip fees.
- Trips are rain or shine, unless the tour company cancels.
- Many trips involve walking tours; either with a tour guide or on your own.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.