8 Days December 21 - 28, 1996
Soak up some sun during your stay at the Westin Mission Hilis Kesort.
INCLUDED MEALS
Begin Newport Beach, California
Saturday Dec. 21 D
Southern California's resorts offer a warm and sunny escape from the winters of the North. Begin in Newport Beach with an evening get-acquainted reception and dinner at FOUR SEASONS HOTEL NEWPORT BEACH.
Anaheim Orange County
Sunday Dec. 22 BD
Experience a holiday wonderland at Rogers Gardens then attend "The Glory of Christmas" at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove. Christmas carols, a pageantry of live animals, flying angels, special effects and the nativity unfold with colorful wonder. Pre-recorded orchestrations of the London Symphony and the sounds of the Cathedral's renowned pipe organ fill the all-glass structure with glorious music. After dinner at The Cannery, view the hundreds of decorated boats in the Christmas boat parade. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL NEWPORT BEACH.
Palm Springs Temecula Valley
Monday Dec. 23 BLD
After a visit to Mission San Juan Capistrano, continue to Temecula Valley for lunch. Arrive in Palm Springs and your hotel overlooking the golf course in prestigious Rancho Mirage. WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT.
Palm Springs Coachella Valley Preserve
Tuesday Dec. 24 BD Today's guided tour takes you into the Living Desert, home to many endangered species. Learn the history, ecology and folklore of the Coachella Valley Preserve. An expert desert naturalist joins you for a mule-drawn, covered wagon ride. At sunset, gather 'round for a chuck wagon cookout and western entertainment. WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT.
Christmas Day
Wednesday Dec. 25 BLD Merry Christmas! Your morning is at leisure to attend church services. This afternoon, enjoy an eggnog party. After Christmas dinner, drive through town to see the holiday lights. WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT.
Joshua Tree National Monument
Thursday Dec. 26 BL
This morning, enjoy a spectacular aerial tram ride to the top of Mount San Jacinto. After lunch at Twenty-Nine Palms Inn, explore Joshua Tree National Monument, which has some of California's most interesting desert scenery. WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT.
Pasadena
Friday Dec. 27 BD
Leave the desert behind and drive to Pasadena, a city with a gracious style. Explore the gardens of your resort hotel,a restored, turn-of-the-century country estate or visit Old Pasadena. Rejoin your tour manager and fellow travelers for tonight's farewell dinner at the RITZ-CARLTON HUNTINGTON HOTEL.
Conclude Pasadena
Saturday Dec. 28 B
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before departing the hotel. Thank you for joining us for a Palm Springs Christmas. Travel with us again soon.
LAND TOUR RATE per person is $1840 twin, $2520 single and $1745 triple (twin with roll-away) basis. AIRFARE is additional. Please see your travel agent.
RESERVATION DEPOSIT per person is $250 plus (optional) $75 per person fee for Tour Cancellation Protection.
FULL REFUND when you participate in the Tour Cancellation Protection Plan.
Please see the For Your Information section.
Maximum elevation: 3,600 feet Average temperature: Hi 65, Low 47
TOUR NUMBER: PSX-189