Magical Nights: Mission Inn Festival of Lights

Ignite your holiday spirit and embark on an unforgettable journey to the breathtaking Mission Inn, the #1 Holiday Lights Display as crowned by USA Today. You'll learn about the interior of the Mission Inn during an optional free slideshow presentation regaling a world of sheer grandeur at this majestic national historic landmark, a 320,000-square-foot mesmerizing gem of beautiful stained glass, with a captivating blend of Spanish Baroque, Italian Renaissance, and hints of Japanese influence. Your day also includes admission to the new Cheech Marin Art Museum, a 61,420-square-foot center housing hundreds of paintings, drawings, photographs, and sculptures by a wealth of accomplished artists, located within easy walking distance of the Mission Inn. Then, prepare to be awed as the sun goes down and four million magical cascading lights transform the Mission Inn's exterior into a holiday wonderland during its annual "Festival of Lights" celebration. Witness this architectural masterpiece come alive in a symphony of sparkling brilliance. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own in historic Downtown Riverside, or for an additional $35, join your Tour Manager for an all-inclusive Italian lunch at The Old Spaghetti Factory. Secure your spot now and get ready to be swept away by the irresistible allure of this holiday paradise!

Tour Manager: 11/30 - Johnny De Venio*  12/7 - Pat Brown*  12/14 - Bobbi Lona*  12/20 - Marianna Pinto*  12/21 - Susie Vetter*

Activity Level: Moderate

This trip includes 75-minutes of walking and standing during the docent-guided tour of the Mission Inn, with no places to sit during the tour. Wheelchairs can be accommodated but are not provided by the Mission Inn. Includes time on own in historic Downtown Riverside where walking is on flat paved surfaces at your own pace.

What's Included in the Tour Fare

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

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Guided 75-minute walking tour of Mission Inn

• Mission Inn Festival of Lights on display in the evening

• (An optional 3-course lunch at Old Spaghetti Factory is not included but is available for $35 per person all-inclusvie)

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals (An optional 3-course lunch at Old Spaghetti Factory is available for $35 per person all-inclusvie)

• Cancellation Protection

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

On Your Own Dining Options

Mission Inn - if you plan to dine at the Mission Inn we recommend advance reservations. The bus arrives at Mission Inn approximately 1:00 p.m. Please note: It is important that you time your lunch reservations to allow enough time to arrive for your Mission Inn tour starting at 3:15 p.m.

Optional 3-course Lunch at Old Spaghetti Factory is available for $35 per person and includes:

• Crisp salad

• Hot baked bread

• Choice of traditional Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Chicken Marsella or vegetarian Spinach & Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce

• Hot tea, iced tea, coffee, or milk

• Signature spumoni ice cream for dessert

• Server gratuities

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.

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.