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Saratoga Races - Queensbury, NY

Aug 19, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026

We're off to the races at the Saratoga Racetrack!


2 Day(s) | 2 Meals


Highlights

  • Deluxe Motorcoach
  • 1 Night Queensbury Hotel, Queensbury, NY
  • Saratoga Races Reserved Grandstand Admission ticket
  • Lake George Sightseeing Cruise
  • Free time in Lake George Village
  • 2 Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 dinner
  • Friendship Tours Escort

Itinerary

Day 1

We depart aboard a deluxe motorcoach and we’re off to the races at the SARATOGA RACETRACK. It’s race time and excitement fills the air at this world-renowned Race Course. Enjoy the races from our reserved grandstand seats. Count your winnings as we head for an overnight stay at the elegant QUEENSBURY HOTEL featuring timeless charm, modern comforts and exceptional service. Welcome dinner this evening.

Day 2

Breakfast begins our day before departing to Lake George. Relax on a 1 hour NARRATED CRUISE around beautiful Lake George. Discover the local history of the Revolutionary and French & Indian Wars. Learn about the influential people that settled along Millionaire’s Row. Cruise along the shores of the lake and marvel in the pristine waters, stunning mountains and picturesque islands. Time for lunch on own in Lake George Village before we return home with memories of our winning trip to the races!


Departure Locations

Waterbury

Depart: 7:15 AM

Return: 6:45 PM

Chase Parkway Commuter Park & Ride, 709 Chase Parkway, across from Naugatuck Valley Community College, Waterbury, CT

New Britain

Depart: 8:00 AM

Return: 6:15 PM

New Britain Park & Ride Lot across from Target & Costco, 57 Village Square Rd, New Britain

Manchester

Depart: 8:30 AM

Return: 5:45 PM

Manchester, Park & Ride Commuter Lot, Buckland Street & Pleasant Valley Road

West Springfield, MA

Depart: 9:15 AM

Return: 5:00 PM

Quality Inn, 1150 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA
Exit 10B from I-91 / Riverdale St (Rte 5) / park in the back of the hotel parking lot


Pricing

DOUBLE - PER PERSON

$469

SINGLE - PER PERSON

$559

TRIPLE - PER PERSON

$469


Policies

Payment Policy

DEPOSIT: $150 per person due with reservations; FINAL PAYMENT: July 8, 2026

Cancellation Policy

If a passenger cancels from deposit to July 8, 2026 fee of $50.00 pp; July 9, 2026 to August 5, 2026 fee of $150.00 pp; no refunds if canceled on August 6, 2026 or later unless a substitute is provided.

Trip Protection Policy

Trip Protection Coverage is strongly recommended. Trip Protection offers coverage for Cancellation for covered medical reasons, Interruption, Emergency Medical, Travel Delay, & more.

The AON/NTA Travel Protection Plan offers 3 levels of insurance: Basic or Enhanced or Enhanced with Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR). The Pre-existing medical condition exclusion can be waived by purchasing the Enhanced Plan within 14 days of your deposit or initial payment. The Enhanced Plan with the add-on of CFAR must be purchased within 14 days of initial deposit. CFAR allows you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to departure and reimburses up to 75% of your nonrefundable trip cost.

To enroll: https://nta.aontravelprotect.com Tour Operator Location #076068 OR call AON 1-800-388-1470.

Premiums are non-refundable once paid. Terms & Conditions apply. Plan details are available at https://www.friendshiptours.net/protection-plan. Call Friendship Tours 860-243-1630 for assistance in enrolling.


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