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Unpack Once and join us for a nostalgic look at the Golden Age of Hollywood featuring behind the scenes tours of working studios, historic movie palaces, and learn of the glitter and flash that is Hollywood.  Thrill to a live taping of a hit Television show plus gain entrance to the exclusive Magic Castle for a magic show and dinner.  The highlight of this Hollywood experience will be a private appearance by a Hollywood Insider (TBA), with proceeds benefiting a National Charity.

Day 1 – Arrive in Los Angeles
Mid day arrival at LAX Los Angeles International Airport.  Meet your tour manager and board your motorcoach for the informative transfer to your hotel for 5 nights. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers and enjoy a private Get Acquainted Dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2 – Historic Hollywood Tour
Today we will tour many of Hollywood’s major landmarks.  Enjoy a narrated driving tour past Paramount Studios, the Hollywood Cemetery, Hollywood & Vine, Capital Records, Cinerama Dome, and much more.  Make included stops to tour the Hollywood History Museum in the historic Max Factor Building, the Kodak Theater of “Academy Awards” fame, and one of Hollywood’s most famous old movie palaces (either the Grauman’s Chinese Theater, the Pantages Theater, or the El Capitan Theater).  Walk on Hollywood Boulevard’s “Walk of Fame”, a tribute paved with over 1000 entertainer’s stars.  Learn of the beginnings of Hollywood from the Silent Era to the Talkies to modern special effects movies.  Hear stories of the producers, directors, and actors behind some of Hollywood’s greatest films like Gone with the Wind, The Wizard of Oz, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Stagecoach, Casablanca, and Citizen Kane.   Return to your hotel for a free evening. (B)

Day 3 – Warner Brothers Studio Tour / Live TV Taping
This morning we will tour the nearby historic Warner Brothers Studio. Learn all about this studio built by the Warner brothers – Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack - and made famous by such actors as Errol Flynn, Bette Davis, Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney, and Edward G. Robinson. This fully narrated 2 ½ hour tour of a working movie lot will be by 10 passenger golf carts and will include the backlot, an actual film set, property & costume departments and their history museum.  This is truly a behind the scenes tour of how films are made.  Return to your hotel and relax before an early dinner.  Then it’s off to experience a live taping of a hit TV show (TBA). (B,D)

Day 4 – Full Day at Universal Studios
Enjoy a full day at nearby Universal Studios.  Your pass will allow you access to all the rides, shows, and attractions that make up this incredible piece of movie magic.  While you are on the narrated tram tour, you will experience an earthquake, an attack by King Kong, the wrath of the Mummies Tomb, a flash flood on the back lot, and be stalked by the shark from Jaws.  Then marvel at shows like the Terminator, the Waterworld Stunt Show, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and the Backdraft firefighter show.  This is by far one of the most interactive theme parks in the world.  Both of our hotels have FREE transportation to and from their properties for the ultimate in convenience.  You will not soon forget this fantastic day. (B)

Day 5 – Hollywood Insider / Magic Castle Dinner Show
Motor back to Hollywood for a special treat – a visit to the Sid Grauman’s historic 1922 Egyptian Theater.  Enjoy a private screening of the nostalgic film “Forever Hollywood”, a tribute to the Hollywood’s most famous stars and movies – both past and present.  Then, stay in your seats for a special visit with a Hollywood Insider (TBA) including a lively question & answer period.  After lunch in Hollywood on your own, we will visit the famous Hollywood Bowl before arriving at your hotel to relax.  Tonight, a really special treat – we have arranged special entrance to the private members only Magic Castle Dinner Cub in Hollywood.  Dine in a 1925 mansion as talented magicians perform incredible slight of hand magic and illusions in a very intimate atmosphere.  A great way to end this fantastic visit to Hollywood. (B,D)

Day 6 – Sunset Boulevard / Beverly Hills / Fly Home
Drive west along famous Sunset Boulevard, home to LA’s top clubs, restaurants, and nightlife before we arrive in elegant Beverly Hills, home to millionaire mansions and designer clothes.  Walk along famed Rodeo Drive.  Then motor to nearby LAX airport for your return flight home.  We hope this tour of “Hollywood the Dream Factory” has been a dream come true. (B)

PRICE PER PERSON:
6 Day Tour:
Holiday Inn: Double: $1399 Single: $1759 Triple: $1349
Sheraton: Double: $1599 Single: $2079 Triple: $1499

5 Day Tour:
Holiday Inn: Double: $1249 Single: $1539 Triple: $1209
Sheraton: Double: $1429 Single: $1809 Triple: $1359

Schedule Your Flights as Follows:
Arrive at LAX airport by 1:00 pm
Depart LAX airport after 12:00 Noon

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Magic Castle Dinner Club - members only club dinner & show
Warner Brother Studio - behind-the-scenes tram tour with back lot & props department
Afternoon With A Star - Meet a celebrated Hollywood Insider with question & answer session
Live Hit TV show taping - Be in the audience
Universal Studios - Full day with tram tour, shows, rides
Sid Grauman's Egyptian Theater tour with "Forever Hollywood" film
Kodak Theater behind-the-scenes tour
Tour A Famous Movie Palace (one): Grauman's Chinese, Pantages, or El Capitan
Hollywood History Museum Admission in Max Factor Building
Driving Tour of historic Hollywood

TOUR INCLUSIONS:
5 Nights Hotel Accomodations in Hollywood area - Choice of Hotel
$50pp Donation to a National Charity
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation
Professional Tour Manager
Luggage Handling
Taxes & Gratuities (except tour manager and driver)
8 Meals - All 5 Breakfasts, and 3 Dinners

CHOICE of Featured 1st Class Hotels:
3 Star - Beverly Garland Holiday Inn Studio City
4 Star - Sheraton Universal City

5-Day Itinerary Also Available: March 15-19, 2010