Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise
October 6th-14th, 2025
On this 9-day journey, you will travel along the epic route forged by Lewis & Clark more than 200 years ago. As you cruise, the dramatic landscapes will offer a spectacular transformation from mountain forests and meadows to desert canyons. Along the way, our award-winning onshore and onboard enrichment programs will bring the spirit of the frontier alive.
Package includes pre-cruise hotel in Portland, OR on 10/5/25, port charges, and fees, gratuities, meals, all beverages including alcohol. featured shore excursions, onboard entertainment and lectures.
Rose Parade New Years December 30, 2025 - January 4. 2026
DAY 1/DEC 30, 2025: ARRIVE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Welcome to beautiful Southern California. Upon arrival, transfer to your Orange County hotel for the
next five nights. Orange County or “The OC” stands out as one of the state’s most iconic
destinations featuring manicured beach towns, celebrated theme parks & incredible shopping all
framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts.
This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner to get acquainted with your fellow travelers.
(D) Overnight: Costa Mesa
DAY 2/DEC 31, 2025: SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO-NEWPORT BEACH- LAGUNA BEACH-NEW YEAR’S EVE!
This morning sit back, relax and explore some of Orange County’s most famous sights and beach
towns. First a short ride south brings you to San Juan Capistrano to visit the beautiful
Mission San Juan Capistrano, one of the original missions built by the Spanish.
Next travel up the famous Highway 1 for spectacular coastal views. Drive
through Dana Point & stop to visit both Laguna Beach & Newport Beach, quaint seaside cities with
stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. From Newport a short ride returns you to your hotel to get
ready for a fun filled evening. Enjoy an exciting night to welcome in the New Year during your New
Year’s Eve Dinner Party. The event will be filled with dining, dancing, casino style games and a
champagne toast to ring in the New Year!
(B,D) Overnight: Costa Mesa
DAY 3/JAN 1, 2026: NEW YEAR’S DAY- ROSE PARADE-HOLLYWOOD TOUR
Happy New Year! Get up early this morning for breakfast & then it is off to experience the ‘parade
of all parades’
– the Tournament of Roses Parade. Experience reserved grandstand seats for the ultimate in up-close
viewing during the parade. After the parade enjoy Lunch at the famous Lawry’s Restaurant in Beverly
Hills. After lunch
embark on a panoramic Hollywood & Beverly Hills Tour featuring Grauman’s
Chinese Theater, the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive. Later return to your hotel and enjoy
the remainder of the day & evening at leisure.
(B,L) Overnight: Costa Mesa
DAY 4/JAN 2, 2026: FLOATS ON DISPLAY
– NIXON LIBRARY
This morning enjoy the Showcase of Floats
where the floral master-pieces are parked
in Pasadena, allowing you to further
appreciate the design and workmanship
that goes into their creation. Walk within a
few feet of the floats and see the creativity
and detail. Later visit the Richard Nixon
Presidential Library & Museum featuring
nearly 70 new exhibits, a replica of
President Nixon’s Oval Office, the spectacular
First Lady’s Garden, the President’s
faithfully restored 1910 birthplace, a
replica of the White House East Room
and the flower-ringed memorial sites of
President and Mrs. Nixon. The remainder
of the day is at leisure.
(B) Overnight: Costa Mesa
DAY 5/JAN 3, 2026: SAN DIEGO CITY
TOUR – SAN DIEGO HARBOR CRUISE
Today travel south to visit San Diego. Enjoy a San Diego City Tour including the historic Gaslamp
District, the bustling Embarcadero, Balboa Park and historic Old Town- San Diego. This afternoon
enjoy a leisurely San Diego Harbor Cruise featuring views of the San Diego Skyline, Seaport
Village, Coronado Bridge, Coronado Island and sea life along with facts & history about the unique
waterfront. This evening join your fellow travelers for a
Farewell Dinner at a popular San Diego restaurant. After dinner head back to your hotel.
(B,D) Overnight: Costa Mesa
DAY 6/JAN 4, 2026: DEPART FOR HOME
Today fly home filled with wonderful memories of your Rose Parade New Year’s Tour.