2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Tournament of Roses (AX)

5 Day Tour from Los Angeles to Los Angeles

2027 Tour Details

Everything's coming up roses on this special New Year's celebration in Southern California. Ring in the New Year with an exclusive Globus dinner featuring festive food, drinks, and entertainment before taking your seat for one of America's most beloved traditions—the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena. Enjoy reserved grandstand seating, an official commemorative program, and prime views of the spectacular floral floats, equestrian units, and marching bands from around the world.

Continue the celebration at the post-parade viewing area, where you can admire the remarkable craftsmanship behind the floats and see the intricate floral designs up close. Your California getaway also includes guided sightseeing in Los Angeles, a visit to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum, a special New Year's Day lunch, and a farewell dinner at a favorite local restaurant.

Special features included in this tour:

• Guided sightseeing tour of Los Angeles, including iconic landmarks and city highlights
• Visit to the [LF] Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum, home to Air Force One and presidential artifacts
• Exclusive Globus New Year’s Eve dinner and celebration
• Reserved grandstand seating at the Tournament of Roses Parade
• Special New Year’s Day lunch following the parade festivities
• Opportunity to view Rose Parade floats up-close at the [LF] post-parade viewing area
• Farewell dinner at a local restaurant

Tournament of Roses map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners


Notes:

The parade and post-parade view areas are large, and guests should be prepared for easy yet sustained walking.

Airport transportation is included on Day 5 from the Los Angeles tour hotel to the Los Angeles International Airport at prescheduled times.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN LOS ANGELES

Welcome to California! At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a welcome drink.

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Day 2 LOS ANGELES

The City of Angels Depart on a guided tour of Los Angeles, from historic Olvera Street to Hollywood, then visit the Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum. This evening, celebrate New Year’s Eve with your travel companions at an exclusive Globus dinner as you raise a toast to the new year and watch the live Times Square ball drop, broadcast from New York at 9 pm Pacific Time.

LOCAL FAVORITE
Visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in its hilltop setting in Simi Valley, the final resting place of the 40th U.S. President and First Lady. Explore engaging exhibits showcasing President Reagan’s legacy, including Air Force One, Marine One, a replica of the Oval Office, and a section of the Berlin Wall.

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Day 3 LOS ANGELES. TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE

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 Third Street Promenade, or relaxing on the beach.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
See the spectacular floats made entirely of flowers. Marching bands from around the world, horses, and celebrities parade through the lovely town of Pasadena. You’ll also receive the official parade program to take home as a special souvenir.

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Breakfast Breakfast
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Day 4 LOS ANGELES

The Ultimate Flower Arrangement This morning, savor the sights and smells during a visit to the Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite post-parade viewing area to see the amazing Rose Parade floats in close view. Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore Los Angeles. Consider visiting the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures or an optional excursion to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Gather with your Tour Director and travel companions tonight for a memorable farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

LOCAL FAVORITE
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 intricately designed floats – made entirely of flowers, plants, and seeds. In addition to the vibrant colors and memorable scents, this is a wonderful photo opportunity as you marvel at the hours of dedication and craftsmanship devoted to each design.

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Day 5 LOS ANGELES

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Airport transfers from the hotel to the airport are included this morning at prescheduled times for a seamless departure.

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Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

KEN HARTFORD

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

“The West has been my home since I was born, and its incredible diversity has kept me engaged since my earliest memories. It is a world of iconic places and undiscovered gems waiting to be explored. Experience the bustle of its cities and the serenity of its open spaces, hear the stories of its people, and embrace the wonder of its beauty. No matter who you are or where you come from, there is something about the West that will never leave you.”

Tour Director - KEN HARTFORD

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

No Excursions are available at this time.



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