3-Day Mission Inn Holiday & Festival of Lights

3-Day Mission Inn Holiday Splenor & Festival of Lights

 

Indulge in the splendor of the season with a luxurious two-night Christmas escape designed for those who appreciate distinctive accommodations, enriching cultural experiences, fine dining, and the timeless traditions of the holidays. Your home for this elegant getaway is the unique Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, a magnificent National Historic Landmark renowned for its extraordinary architecture and storied past. During the holidays, millions of shimmering lights transform this legendary hotel into one of Southern California’s most spectacular Christmas destinations. Begin your journey with an inspiring visit to The Cheech Center for Chicano Art & Culture, followed by a festive champagne brunch at the historic Mission Inn. As evening falls, experience the dazzling Festival of Lights and uncover the fascinating history of the Mission Inn on a guided walking tour of the hotel.

 

The following day, discover Riverside’s rich heritage and architectural treasures on a fascinating walking tour of Heritage Square - the nearby Victorian neighborhood - then enjoy leisure time to browse charming boutiques and soak in the festive surroundings. You may even have an opportunity to pamper yourself with a spa treatment at the Mission Inn, depending on availabilty. This evening, gather for a memorable dinner at Las Campanas, a Mexican restaurant nestled within the beautiful Mission Inn.

 

Your holiday journey continues to Alta Loma, where a wonderful lunch awaits before visiting the beautifully preserved Maloof Home, an exceptional showcase of art, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Embark on a guided tour of the artisan home and its craftsman furniture art, then enhance your experience by creating your own handcrafted Christmas keepsake to take home—a treasured memento of a sophisticated holiday getaway filled with elegance, culture, festive beauty, art, wonderful dining, new friendships, and memories to cherish for years to come.

 

Tour fare:

Starting at $1350 per person double occupancy

Starting at $1680 per person single occupancy

 

Early Booking Savings:

• First 20 guests to book save $100 per person

 

Deposit and Final Payment:

• A deposit of $150 per person (plus optional CPP) is due at the time of booking.

• Final balance due 45 days prior to departure date.

 

Cancellation Protection (CPP):

Make your booking fully refundable with our add-on CPP, which allows you to cancel two hours before departure time for any reason and receive a full refund.

• $125 per person, double or triple occupancy

• $150 per person, single occupancy

 

 

 

Hotel Mission Inn and Spa durig the Festival of Lights

 

Champagne Brunch Mission Inn Restaurant

 

Visit to the Cheech Museum

 

Riverside

 

The Maloof Home

Tour Manager:* 

 

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

 

Activity Level: Moderate

This tour includes moderate walking throughout the three-day getaway, including a guided architectural walking tour of Riverside, museum and historic home visits, and time exploring the Mission Inn and downtown Riverside. Guests will encounter paved walkways, sidewalks, indoor surfaces, some uneven ground, and occasional stairs. Guests should be comfortable walking short to moderate distances, and standing during guided tours.

 

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

• Two-night accommodations at the extravagant Mission Inn Hotel and Spa

• Luggage handling and gratuities for bellmen

• 4 Meals: 1 champagne brunch, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner and 1 lunch

• A guided walking tour of the historic Mission Inn

• A visit to the Cheech Museum and Riverside Art Museum

• Free time for lunch and shopping in downtown Riverside during the festivities

• A docent-led architectural waking tour in Riverside's Heritage Square

• A tour of the Maloof Residence for a guided tour and workshop to create a Christmas memento

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals not listed

• Travel insurance

• Cancellation Protection Plan

• Room incidentals

• Alcoholic beverages

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager, coach driver, and local guides

 

How to Book Your Reservation

Booking 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 M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Deposit and Final Payment

A deposit of $150 per person is required to secure your booking, with the final balance due 45 days prior to departure.

 

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.

 

45-Day Cancellation Deadline

• If you purchased the Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) before the cancellation deadline, your tour is fully refundable up until one hour prior to the tour departure time (see below). If you did not purchase the CPP you may cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $100 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date, we can waive the cancellation fee and transfer the full amount 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. Cancellations within 45 days of departure are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason if you did not purchase the CPP.

• Passenger name changes, deviations, or other changes made by the passenger after the final payment deadline has passed will be assessed a $50 per person change fee plus any fees incurred by the service providers. No refunds, transfers or credits can be issued for any reason on bookings canceled after the cancellation deadline.

 

Optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) - Cancel for any reason and receive a full refund.

• DayTripper Tours offers an optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) for this tour. The CPP allows you to cancel your reservation for any reason at least two hours prior to your scheduled departure time for a full refund (less the cost of the CPP). The CPP may be purchased prior to the tour’s stated cancellation deadline. To cancel your reservation, please call (619) 334-3394 during business hours to notify a reservations agent, or leave a time-stamped voice message after hours at least one hour prior to your scheduled departure time, and your refund will be processed. CPP does not cover the single supplement of the remaining traveler when a traveling companion cancels from a double occupancy reservation. The CPP is not insurance, but rather an agreed-upon cancellation fee paid in advance for the right to cancel a reservation according to the terms stated in this clause. Protect yourself even further with Travel Insurance (see below). CPP is not offered on tours that include air, rail, or cruise line transportation.

 

Protect Your Investment with Travel Insurance

• At DayTripper Tours, we recommend you purchase insurance to help protect against unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss, or even sudden sickness or injury, all of which could impact your excursion. In today’s ever-changing travel environment, you can relax and enjoy your trip with the security of knowing those unexpected circumstances are covered by a travel protection plan. You can purchase travel insurance from any company you choose; however, for your convenience, we offer travel protection through Travelex Insurance Services (CA Agency License #0D10209). For more information and to receive a quote, click here. Please note: Your policy must be purchased on or before the date you submit your final payment for the tour in order to be eligible for the pre-existing medical condition exclusion waiver.

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