138th Tournament of Roses Parade | 2026-2027

Itinerary

Day 1:   SoCal Arrival & Welcome Celebration  

✈️ Touch down in sunny Southern California — Feel the warmth of the West Coast as your New Year adventure begins!

🏨 Check in at the chic Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa — A stylish home base near fabulous shopping & dining.

🍽️ Celebrate with a festive Welcome Dinner — Meet your fellow travelers and toast to the start of something special!

🛬 Fly into SNA, LGB, or LAX— With smooth transfers available from John Wayne Airport (SNA)

Day 2:  Floral Magic & Hollywood Dreams 

🌸 Get a behind-the-scenes peek at float decorating— Watch the final floral touches as the Rose Parade comes to life!

🍴 Dine in style at Lawry’s The Prime Rib — A Beverly Hills legend, serving up a lavish three-course meal.

🎥 Walk in the footsteps of stars on a Hollywood Studio Tour — Lights, camera, action! Peek into the world of movie magic and silver screen secrets.

🎬 Feel the glitz and glam of Tinseltown — From historic sets to behind-the-scenes stories, it's pure Hollywood gold!

Day 3:   Catalina Island Escape & New Year’s Eve Bash  

⛴️ Cruise across the Pacific aboard the Catalina Express — Relax with ocean views, salty breezes, and onboard comforts.

🌴 Spend the day in Avalon — Explore charming shops, beachfront cafés, and postcard-perfect views.

🚲 Choose your own island adventure — From guided tours to golf cart joyrides, Catalina is yours to discover!

🎊 Dress up for a glitzy New Year’s Eve party — Dine, dance, and try your luck at a “Monte Carlo” style casino night!

🍾 Ring in 2027 with a champagne toast, party favors, and prizes galore — Cheers to a new year in paradise! 

Day 4: 138th Tournament of Roses Parade

🍳 Fuel up with an early breakfast — You’ll need energy for one of America’s greatest parades!

🎺 Enjoy VIP grandstand seating on Colorado Blvd — Feel the energy as dazzling floats, booming bands, and elegant equestrians pass you by!

🧣 Souvenir program & blanket included — Stay cozy and collect your keepsakes.

🍖 Kick back with a SoCal-style Backyard BBQ — A savory post-parade feast back at the hotel.

🎶 Sing along with William Florian in a private concert — Formerly of the New Christy Minstrels, his nostalgic hits will have you swaying in your seat!

Day 5:   Floatfest Finale & Fond Farewell 

☕ One last breakfast with the group — Share memories and say goodbye to new friends.

🌟 See the floats up close at Floatfest — Admire every petal, sparkle, and detail in full display.

🛫 Depart home from SNA after 1:30 PM — With your heart full, your camera loaded, and your spirit lifted. 

Please Note - * This tour requires average physical activity. Participants should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground or unpaved trails. This tour has early mornings that can be chilly. Come prepared for cold mornings and nights.