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Chinese New Year Golden Dragon Parade

Chinese New Year Golden Dragon Parade

Experience the magic of the parade as it bursts with color and excitement, featuring stunning floats, mesmerizing dancers in exotic costumes, and lively marching bands all from a premium grandstand seat.

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Come along on this amazing tour into the vibrant heart of Los Angeles' Chinatown, a dynamic district brimming with cultural energy. Your adventure begins with time on your own for shopping and to enjoy lunch at a variety of eclectic eateries, including nearby Olvera Street. After a delightful lunch, prepare for the highlight of your day: the 126th annual Golden Dragon Parade. While crowds of spectators line the sidewalks, you'll have the best seat in the house with reserved grandstand seating. Experience the magic of the parade as it bursts with color and excitement, featuring stunning floats, mesmerizing dancers in exotic costumes, and lively marching bands. Celebrate the 4,723rd Chinese New Year, the Year of the Snake, all from the comfort of your premium vantage point. This isn’t just a parade—it’s a spectacular celebration of culture and tradition promising an unforgettable experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

All-day Excursions

All times and routing are approximate and subject to change without notice.

9:15am - 9:45am

Comfort stop

10:45am

Arrive in Chinatown for shopping and lunch on your own

12:30pm

Meet Tour Manager to walk over for the parade.

1:00pm

Golden Dragon Parade begins

4:15pm

Depart for San Diego

5:45pm

Comfort stop

6:15pm

Depart for local dropoffs

Tour Manager:   2/8 - Suzanne Fuselier*

 

Activity Level: HIGH

This tour requires walking from the bus into Chinatown or Olvera Street to visit restaurants for lunch. Alternatively, you may bring your own lunch and stay in the immediate area, however you will have to walk approximately three blocks to reach our grandstand seating. You will be required to navigate heavy crowds and potentially a few stairs in the grandstands.

 

What's Included in the Tour Fare

  • Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup locations throughout San Diego County

  • Professional Tour Manager providing narration throughout the trip

  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

  • Reserved grandstand seating for the Golden Dragon Parade

  • Free time

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

  • Meals

  • Cancellation Protection

  • Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

 

How to Make a Reservation

Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours of M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Know Before You Go

Lunch is on your own. The Academy Museum houses a large cafe, or you can take our optional shuttle to the LA Farmers Market for a late lunch (leaving the museum at 1:30 p.m.), or you may bring a sack lunch. For more information on dining options at the Farmers Market, click the Useful Links tab.

 

Academy Museum Rules

  • Backpacks may not be worn on the back; they must be carried by hand or worn on the front of the body at all times. They can also be checked in at the coat check in the lower lobby.

  • All larger items, such as large backpacks, must be checked in at the coat check.

  • Outside food or drink is not permitted in the museum galleries, with the exception of water bottles with a lid or cap that can be closed.

  • The Oscars Experience is available for purchase onsite at the museum. Pre-purchase of this item is not available. More information can be found using the Useful Links tab.

 

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

 

14-Day Cancellation Deadline

  • If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking at any time for any reason and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare.

  • If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are always permitted at no additional cost.

 

* Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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Carlsbad La Costa Avenue Park & Ride
East side of I-5, at 710 La Costa Ave, 92024.
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La Mesa Park & Ride #22 lot - 8703 Murray Dr, 91942
Narrow Park & Ride Across from Wells Fargo Bank
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Lake Forest Arby's, 23862 Bridger Rd. 92630
Bus picks up curbside in front of Arby's
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Mission Valley 2005 Camino Del Este
San Diego, CA 92108; Street parking only
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University City 6245 Kantor Street, San Diego, CA 92122
Street parking only. Do not enter parking lot.
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