Tournament of Roses Parade 2023

See the 135th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena CA, Tour the Reagan Library, and Dine aboard the Queen Mary!

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Tournament of Roses Parade

December 29-January 3, 6 Days, 9 Meals
Anaheim, Pasadena, Los Angeles, Hollywood, & Santa Monica, CA

Christmas is over and the sun is shining in California! What better time to head west to see this one-of-a-kind event?

Day 1

Jet away to Southern California (John Wayne Airport, Santa Ana, CA) feel the warm sun on your face, and settle in for 5 nights at your hotel, located just blocks from Disneyland. Then, gather with fellow passengers at a welcome dinner.

Day 2

RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM: Perched atop a hill with sweeping views, the Reagan Library is a unique and inspiring destination. The library includes priceless artifacts and tributes to our 40th president, a replica of the Oval Office, Air Force One Pavilion, Memorial Site, and various interactive displays in the entertaining and educational galleries.

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Day 3

LOS ANGELES/HOLLYWOOD TOUR: Enjoy a private city tour through Hollywood and Los Angeles with an expert local guide showing the hottest and most famous spots in the area. You'll see stomping grounds of the rich and famous, including the iconic Hollywood sign, Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, Farmers Market, CBS Television, Staples Center, Walt Disney Hall, Beverly Hills area, and Rodeo Drive.

SANTA MONICA PIER: With over four million visitors annually, this vibrant spot is alive with street performers, artisans, shops, amusements, and restaurants. Stroll along this sunny stretch above the Pacific Ocean.

Day 4

135TH TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE: Catch all the excitement, sounds, sights, and thrills of this spectacular parade, including lively marching bands, gorgeous floral floats, and equestrian units.

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Day 5

POST-PARADE VIEWING: Get a rare first-hand look at the craftsmanship of the beautiful parade units covered in live blooms and greens! You'll be amazed by the engineering, design, creativity, and workmanship.

QUEEN MARY TOUR & DINNER: Known in her glory days as the world's most luxurious and technologically advanced ocean liner, this beautiful ship is now a breath-taking museum where you'll get a behind the scenes tour full of interesting anecdotes, fun facts, and true stories about the ship and those who traveled aboard her.

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Day 6

Fly home with fond memories of The Tournament of Roses Parade in Southern California!

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

DEPOSIT: $100 per person due at time of reservation; final payment due October 20, 2023. Once payments have been received, stringent cancellation penalties apply.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Courtyard by Marriott, Anaheim, CA (5 nights)

TOUR INCLUSIONS: Professional tour director, roundtrip motorcoach transportation airport/hotel/airport transfers, roundtrip air, accommodations, luggage handling at hotel, admissions, and 9 meals, including 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Optional, but highly recommended.

ACTIVITY LEVEL 3 / HEAVY WALKING: Physical stamina required. Stair climbing, longer periods of walking and/or standing may be involved, along with higher elevations and longer days. Participants must be able to keep up with group.

ADDITIONAL FEES: Airline luggage fee and fuel surcharges, if applicable, are additional and vary by airline.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Contact Details	Distance
Janesville, WI	Van Galder Terminal 3120 N. Pontiac Dr., Janesville WI
Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride 4545 East Broadway, Madison WI
Rockford, IL	Van Galder Terminal 7559 Walton St., Rockford IL
South Beloit, IL	Fas Mart/McDonald's ($3 per day) Hwy 75 and I90, South Beloit IL