California New Year's Getaway featuring the Tournament of Roses Parade
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- Get a sneak peek at the floats in their final stage of decorating.
- Attend Bandfest featuring selected bands that will perform in the parade.
- Be one of the nearly 1 million spectators at the Tournament of Roses Parade.
- Enjoy reserved seating with prime viewing for the parade.
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Ring in the New Year in style with this ever-popular tour, featuring the Tournament of Roses Parade.
Get started early as you head to Pasadena for the day. Enjoy the excitement of the season amid the fun-filled activities surrounding the Tournament of Roses. You’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the floats in their final stages of decorating. Next, att...
The day is yours to relax, explore the area independently, or perhaps set out on an optional excursion. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to help plan your day. Then, get ready for tonight’s New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Dance with live entertainment and a champagne toast to help ring in the New Year!
Happy New Year!! Celebrate the New Year at the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, a grand tradition since 1890. When the parade debuted, 2,000 citizens were on hand to witness history in the making. Today, nearly one million spectators line the parade route. As o...
Depart California with many memories of your incredible New Year's tour.
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