Duration: 5 Days
You can leave your rose-coloured glasses at home when you pack your bags for America’s favourite New Year’s celebration. Everything is coming up roses on this special tour of Los Angeles, starting with a pre-countdown gala complete with beats, bites, and bubbly. The celebration continues New Year’s Day at Pasadena’s famous Tournament of Roses Parade where you’ll enjoy reserved grandstand seats, an official commemorative program, and prime viewing of the spectacular floral floats and marching bands from around the world. Truly stop and smell the roses at the post-parade viewing area where you can get up close to the fragrant, fantastic creations. Other quintessentially Californian experiences include guided sightseeing in Los Angeles, a visit to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, a special New Year’s Day lunch, and a farewell dinner at a locally loved restaurant.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
- The parade and post-parade view areas are large and guests should be prepared for easy yet sustained walking.
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2024, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2024.
Welcome to California!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
The City of Angels
Depart on a Los Angeles city tour that takes you from Olvera Street, the oldest thoroughfare in the city, to Hollywood. Then visit the [LF] Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. This evening, join your travel companions at an exclusive Globus New Year's Eve dinner & gala, complete with hats, party favours, and of course, champagne! We celebrate on New York time as the iconic ball drops in Times Square. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LEGENDARY LIVES Visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in a hilltop setting in Simi Valley and final resting place of the 40th U.S. President and First Lady. Here, the legacy of the President is on display in extraordinary and educational exhibits. Enjoy the impressive sights of Air Force One, Marine One, a replica of the Oval Office and a piece of the fallen Berlin Wall.
Everything's Coming Up Roses!
Happy New Year! Get ready for one of the world's most popular parades-you'll see it live! Globus has specially selected reserved grandstand seating only minutes from the beginning of the parade route for prime viewing. After the parade, return to the hotel for a New Year's Day lunch. Later, for those who wish, join a trip to Santa Monica for a walk on the famous pier, shopping on the 3rd Street Promenade, or relaxing on the beach. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
SPECIAL EVENT See the spectacular floats made entirely of flowers (plants, and seeds). Marching bands from around the world, horse-guards, and celebrities parade through the lovely town of Pasadena. You'll also receive the official parade program to take home as a special souvenir.
The Ultimate Flower Arrangement
This morning, enjoy the opportunity to view the amazing Rose Parade floats in the post-parade viewing area. Enjoy a very special farewell dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
BOTANICAL MASTERPIECES For many visitors, seeing the magnificent Rose Parade floats up close is the highlight of the entire event, allowing you to get up close to these amazing and intricately designed floats - made entirely of flowers, plants, and seeds. Take the opportunity for an amazing photo opportunity as you marvel at the hours of dedication and craftsmanship devoted to each design.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
