Los Angeles

Your tour begins by following the famous freeways of LA through some of the most eclectic areas of the city. You will pass through downtown LA and the trendy bohemian Echo Park neighbourhoods on your way to Hollywood. Along the way, make sure you look for the iconic Hollywood sign. Arriving at the foot of the ‘red carpet’ in front of the Kodak Theater, have your camera at the ready as you star gaze on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame.

During your visit to the residential areas of Beverly Hills, your guide will provide the latest Hollywood gossip, as you drive past over 40 breathtaking mansions. Share the feeling that there is no place like home for stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lopez, Tom Cruise and Christina Aguilera to name but a few.

As you drive by Sunset Strip, look out for such infamous locales as The Whiskey A Go Go, Johnny Depp's notorious Viper Room, The House of Blues, the trendy Sky Bar, Chateau Marmont and The Beverly Hills Hotel. You’ll drive along the world famous Rodeo Drive to see the stores where the rich and famous shop, including Bijan, Gucci, Prada and the Beverly Wilshire Hotel featured in ‘Pretty Woman’.

Celebrities are constantly moving in and out of the neighbourhood, so you never know who you might see!

Essential information

Passengers are advised that the return transfer to LA is by coach and the Hollywood homes tour is operated by minibus, due to coach restrictions within the residential areas of Beverly Hills.

Your first stop is at the Music Center, designed by Walton Becket. The complex is filled with beautiful sculptures and water displays, and houses the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Ahmanson Theatre, and the Mark Taper Forum. Enjoy a panoramic drive along Olvera Street, the oldest section of Los Angeles, where the city was founded in 1719.

Next stop is Hollywood and Highland, and the Kodak Theatre, home of the Oscars. Eat, drink and be discovered, or look for your favourite star’s footprint at the Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Actress Norma Talmadge launched the tradition in 1927, by accidentally stepping into wet cement while the Theatre was under construction.

Enjoy some free time at the Farmers’ Market in the Fairfax district to shop for souvenirs and gifts, before heading to the glitz and glamour of Beverly Hills. Catch a glimpse of the famed Rodeo Drive with its exquisite and exclusive boutiques, before returning to the ship

Essential information

This excursion will operate by coach and on foot.Comfortable, flat, walking shoes are recommended. There is approximately 1½ hours of walking overall on the tour on mostly flat surfaces. There are steps to negotiate when entering the Music Center.