Trips and Tours

get ready for adventure!

The City of Concord Recreation Services Department is offering day trips, guided tours, and travel programs specifically designed for older adults 50 and better!

Travel Safety: To maintain a safe travel environment, the City will follow the latest health guidelines and protocols set by the local and state public health departments. Contact the Program Coordinator for further clarification.

VIEW our monthly Concord Senior Travel Newsletter! Call us to join our contact list to receive these newsletter via e-mail or by post mail.

General Questions about Trips & Tours? Call the Program Coordinator Habad "Abid" Ahmad at (925) 671-3017.

Day Trips

Day Trips are travel programs that don't require an overnight stay. Payment must be made in full at the time of registration. Most of our travel programs feature roundtrip transportation for Day Trips from the Concord Senior Center will be provided on a luxury motor coach. The motor coach may be wheelchair-accessible and will feature a restroom on board. Please inform the Program Coordinator to confirm availability of wheelchair seating on any of our trips. Please plan to park in the East parking lot (2nd parking lot) at the Concord Senior Center.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Read the descriptions of the travel program. Determine if the mobility rating is appropriate for your physical fitness level and health.

Level 1: At a leisurely pace, this trip involves minimal physical activity, such as boarding a motor coach, light walking (only up to a few city blocks), and short periods of standing. This level would be wheelchair, cane, and walker accessible.
Level 2: This trip may require some periods of standing and light walking along stairs, inclines, and uneven surfaces. This trip would likely not be accessible for wheelchairs, canes, or walkers.
Level 3: This trip may require substantial periods of walking and standing, sometimes on uneven terrain or stairs. This trip would not be accessible for wheelchairs, canes, or walkers.

3 Ways to Register for Day Trips:

Online: Click on the TITLE of the trip you'd like to attend to register. You will need to create an account on our registration site if you do not already have one.
By Phone (M-F, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm): Call the Registration Office at 925-671-3404.
In Person: Visit any one of our community centers to register and pay in person:
- Concord Senior Citizens Center (M-F, 9am-4pm)
- Centre Concord (M-F, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm)
- Willow Pass Center (M-F, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm)

SOLD OUT & WAITLIST

If a trip is sold out, a waitlist will be formed. If there’s a cancellation, Senior Center staff will contact interested travelers on the waitlist with more information.

TRIP MINIMUMS

Trips may need to be canceled up to 30 days in advance if minimums are not met. Help us spread the word about upcoming trips to avoid potential cancellations.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

As a result of the passenger minimums, refunds will not be permitted within 30 days of a day trip. Refunds must be requested at least 30 days before a trip departure date. Refunds will be subject to a $5 cancellation fee. Trips are rain or shine.

APPLE HILL FARM TOUR: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
	APPLE HILL FARM TOUR Take a tour of the Apple Hill farms in Placerville! Take the winding country road to explore all of the beautiful scenery across the hillsides. Enjoy a hosted lunch at High Hill Farm with a choice of Tri Tip Sandwich, Ranch Burger, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Turkey Sandwich or Hot Dog; all served with, Apple Slaw, beverage of Apple Cider & Coffee, Apple Pie Ala Mode for dessert. Vegetarian option available! Mobility Rating: Level 2, will require periods of standing and walking short distance to explore farms Resident: $107.00 Non-Resident: $117.00
FLEET WEEK CRUISE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7TH, 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM
	FLEET WEEK CRUISE The San Francisco Belle is a landmark that evokes the city's turn-of-the-century Barbary Coast "vibes". The 292 foot sternwheeler features Art Nouveau style on all three enclosed levels, plus a spacious sun deck and three full wrap-around decks. There is no better vantage point to see the Fleet Week Air Show than from directly under the planes -- sailing on the iconic S.F. Belle! Indulge in a hosted buffet lunch with assorted desserts, as you sip on free-flowing champagne and enjoy the tunes from the on board D.J. *This trip is now full and at capacity. A wait list has been started for interested travelers wanting to join if any openings are made.*
RED HAWK CASINO: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12TH, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
	RED HAWK CASINO Join the lucky crew on a trip up to Placerville to visit Red Hawk Casino! Roundtrip transportation from the Concord Senior Center in a Motorcoach bus. Mobility Rating: Level 1 Resident: $125.00 Non-Resident: $137.00
CONCORD SENIOR TRAVEL SEASONAL PRESENTATION: MONDAY, OCTOBER 16TH, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
	Concord Senior Travel Presentation and Showcase The Concord Trips & Tours Program for Adults 50+ has many new and exciting travel opportunities! Join us at the Concord Senior Center to learn more about our upcoming day trips and some exciting extended travel opportunities for domestic and international adventures! FREE TO ATTEND OPEN TO ALL OLDER ADULTS CALL TO RSVP AT 925-671-3320
CACHE CREEK CASINO: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
	CACHE CREEK CASINO Spend four hours of fun at the popular Cache Creek Casino in Brooks. They have 2,200 of the newest slots, table games including Blackjack, Cache Creek Craps, Roulette, eight restaurants and a large nonsmoking play area. Receive Cache Creek bonus play and food credits. Mobility Rating: Level 1 Resident: $125.00 Non-Resident: $137.00
BROADWAY SF - THE LION KING: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2ND, 11 AM - 5 PM
	BROADWAY SF: THE LION KING Dubbed "The Musical of a Lifetime!" Experience the stunning artistry, unforgettable music and exhilarating choreography, paired with breathtaking, award-winning puppetry that brings the wildlife of the African desert alive! This colorful safari spectacle is sure to thrill. Witness the musical theatre phenomenon that moves us all, a remarkable tale of hope and adventure, The Lion King. This show will take place at the Orpheum Theater, your reserved seats will be located on the ground floor in the Rear Orchestra. Mobility Rating: Level 1, bus will drop off participants in front of theater, there are no stairs to get to ground floor seating area Resident: $125.00 Non-Resident: $137.00
HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR SF WITH CRAIG SMITH: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 3:15 PM - 10:30 PM
	HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR SF WITH CRAIG SMITH This Holiday event is always highly anticipated by our group! Board your luxury Motorcoach at the Concord Senior Center, where you'll be making a special excursion into San Francisco, at night! Start by pulling up to the Ferry Building, where you will have a quick look at the whimsical decorations and pickup your tour guide, Craig Smith. Craig is a San Francisco historian, who has been living in San Francisco and guiding tours since he was a teenager. His vast knowledge of the city will take you to all the most unique places, while you listen to the best tidbits of city facts, as you drive by beautiful landmarks, and even visit some of them. Your dinner will be held at Swiss Louis, at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. After dinner you will be dazzled by more holiday lights and decorations that the City by the Bay has to offer; Including Ghirardelli Square, downtown San Francisco, California Street, and so much more! A great way to start your holiday season! Level 2: There will be walking for approximately 20 minutes at a time, at about 2-3 stops, on paved flat surfaces. Dinner will be seated. Resident: $137.00 Non-Resident: $150.00
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL - KOOZA SHOW: SUNDAY, JANUARY 28TH, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
	CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: KOOZA A naive Clown stands center stage. Is it a bet, a game, or a lesson to be learned? Watch out for the Trickster, innocent Clown, as you'll go through strength & fragility, laughter & smiles, turmoil & harmony. What will happen between the Trickster and the Clown? This exotic, visually delightful, Cirque performance is full of surprises, thrills, chills, audacity, you will be fully entertained & immersed in the story! Cost: EARLY BIRD (before 10/31/23): Resident: $136 / Non-Resident: $149 Mobility Rating: Level 2, there may be a line you will have to stand in. Bags may be subject to search. There is a stairwell up to seats, outside of Big Top, with wide platforms, it will have railings. No more than 10 stairs. Cost: After 10/31/23: Resident: $140 / Non-Resident: $153 Reserve your space by: Friday, November 13th, to avoid cancellation
BROADWAY SAN JOSE - CHICAGO THE MUSICAL: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH, 11 AM - 5 PM
	BROADWAY SAN JOSE - CHICAGO THE MUSICAL After 25 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, and thousands of standing ovations. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary — you’ve got to come see why the name on everyone’s lips is still…CHICAGO. Mobility Rating: Level 2, there may be a line you will have to stand in. Bags may be subject to search. There is a stairwell up to seats, outside of Big Top, with wide platforms, it will have railings. No more than 10 stairs. Cost: EARLY BIRD Resident: $124 Non-Resident: $136
SACRED PLACES OF SAN FRANCISCO WITH CRAIG SMITH: MONDAY, MARCH 25TH, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
	SACRED PLACES OF SAN FRANCISCO WITH CRAIG SMITH Tour includes: Luxury Motorcoach, Driver Gratuity, Private Tour Guide Craig Smith, Tour of St. Dominic's Catholic Church featuring the Shrine of St. Jude, Tour and Educational talk at Swedenborgian Church a non-denominational church that many famous writers are members of with Nordic style architecture, Lunch at the Presidio Café w/ dessert, soft drink, and choice of entrée Chicken Cobb, Burger, or ½ Club Sandwich, Tour of St. Peter & Paul Church located in North Beach with rich Italian history, ending your day with a tour of Grace Cathedral home of spectacular stained glass and museum style exhibits. Mobility Rating: Level 2: This features walking tours, and you will have to walk from the bus to where the tour begins. Tours will run 30-40 minutes, you may sit in the church pews at each location. Swedenborgian Church will be a sit down presentation. Cost - EARLY BIRD (by 1/22/2024): Resident: $134 / Non-Resident: $147 Cost - LATE PRICING (starting 1/23/2024): Resident: $136 / Non-Resident: $149
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS GAME: SUNDAY, APRIL 7TH, 2:30 PM - 8:00 PM
	GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS UTAH JAZZ GAME Join us on a fun outing to see the Golden State Warriors play the Utah Jazz at the Chase Center. Seating is located in the Bridge Section - Great seats right behind HOME basket! This section has more leg room, table in front of you & pull-out chair. They are close to restrooms, with a concession stand/bar directly behind the seats. You will arrive by 4pm to the Chase Center, you will have 1 hour & 30 minutes to get settled, game begins at 5:30pm. There are many other food options at the Chase Center, including: Sam's Chowder House, Sadie's Deli, Bake sale Betty, Big Nate's BBQ, & MORE! Walking Level 2: Medium - Bus will drop off directly outside of the Chase Center, you will have to walk from drop-off to security gate, and then to your seats, but the Center has many elevators and escalators for use. All bags are subject to search. Price includes: Bridge section group seating, luxury Motorcoach transportation from the Concord Senior Center, and driver gratuity. Please note that younger family members or relatives may only join when registering with an older adult ages 50 and better. Please call the Program Coordinator at (925) 671-3320 for assistance in registering a younger family member.