Tours include transportation from Cape Cod where indicated.  

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Take time to peruse our new trips, then call us with your reservations. It’s that simple…no fees, just great trips and events for the coming season. Our company colors are the colors of Spring –our distinctive tour guides greet you in yellow jackets, and you can look forward to receiving our yellow newsletters full of upcoming trips. Join us on one of our garden trips, or another trip of your choosing. Great Escape Tours, Inc. is fully insured for your protection, and all trips are fully escorted by one of our professional staff members. We look forward to seeing you soon! Thanks for Traveling!


 

October 2009 - May 2010

 


Harry Potter- Museum of Science Boston, Sat. Oct. 31
Adults $65, Children under 11 $62
This world-premiere exhibit is your chance to experience the craftsmanship of more than 200 authentic artifacts from the Harry Potter films, displayed in settings inspired by the film sets. Along the way, fans will get an up-close and personal look at some of their favorite props and costumes from the Harry Potter films. Harry’s original wand and eyeglasses, elaborate outfits from the Yule Ball, and Gryffindor™ school uniforms are just some of the iconic items on display. They will also be able to take a tour through Hagrid’s hut, enter a Quidditch™ area to toss a “Quaffle,” and may even encounter a few creatures like Buckbeak™ or a giant Acromantula spider along the way. What a way to celebrate Halloween!!
 

 


New York City Sat., Nov. 14 & Dec. 5 $70

Always a popular trip-TWO dates to choose from or do both! Enjoy the day in the Big Apple as you like! Early departure from the Cape leaves plenty of time in the city to see a show, visit a museum, shop and dine and just enjoy the city with all it’s festivities!
 

 

 

 


Holiday Pops, Boston Fri., Dec. 11 $115

Enjoy the Holiday sights and sounds of Maestro Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops as they greet you at Symphony Hall. 1st Balcony seats at 4:00pm with time at Prudential/Copley Place before the concert for lunch or shopping
 


 

 

Theatre Productions



Lion King Sat., Mar. 6 $ 140
A young lion cub, Simba, struggles to find his place in nature's "circle of life" and follow in the regal paw prints of his father. Music by Elton John and others. Orchestra seating. Boston Opera House. 2PM Performance.
 

 

 

 

 

 


Cats Sun., Apr. 18 $ 125
The longest running musical in London and the second longest on Broadway! “Memory” and other renowned songs make this a MUST SEE performance. Orchestra seating. The Colonial Theatre. 2PM Performance with free time before at Prudential/Copley Place for lunch and shopping.

 


 


Jersey Boys! Thurs. May 13, and Sun. May 23 $ 130
We sold out three buses in 2009. See and hear the life story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons – a group of blue collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who became one of the biggest American pop music sensations. Orchestra seats. Providence Performing Art Center. 2PM – 5/13, 1PM – 5/23 Don’t Miss it!
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boston Symphony Open Rehearsals

$78 All Open Rehearsals include a pre-concert talk. Immediately following the morning rehersal, and prior to the evening rehersals, you will have free time at Prudential/Copley Place for shopping and lunch or dinner.


Haydn, Bach and Schubert with Yo-Yo Ma Cello. Wed., Jan. 6

Haydn sympony No. 98 Cello concerto No. 1 in C. Pre-concert talk begins at 6:30PM.
Carter, Berlioz and Ravel. Thurs., Jan. 28 Carter Dialogues for piano and orchestra Berlioz Harold in Italy for viola and orchestra. Ravel Piano Concerto for the left hand Ravel Daphnis et Choe Suite No. 2. Pre-concert talk begins at 9:30AM.


Berg, Strauss and Mahler, Rennee Fleming. Thurs., Feb. 11

Soprano, Berg Three pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6. Strauss Four Last Songs. Mahler Symphony No.4. Pre-concert talk at 9:30AM.


Mendelson and Rossinio with Tanglewood Festival Chorus. Thurs., Mar. 18 Mendelssohn Overture and Incidental Music to A Midsummer Night’s Dream Rossini Stabat Mater. Pre-concert talk at 9:30AM.
Harbison and Mahler. Thurs., Apr. 8 Harbison Double Concerto for Violin and Cello (world premiere; BSO commission). Pre-concert talk at 9:30AM.

 

 

 

 


Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show Fri., Feb 19 $ 57 "Timeless Gardens"   * Demonstrations and lectures by gardening experts. * Exquisite floral arrangements by Federation of Garden Clubs. * Show Bookstore for gardening ideas. * Master Gardeners provide assistance and information. * Professionals for designing your landscaped garden. * Artisan marketplace


 

 

 

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