Two Fan-Favorite Disneyland Guided Tours Returning! One Includes Ride On Famous Lilly Belle Train Car

Disneyland's guided tours are one of the best ways to step behind the scenes at Disneyland to get up close to Disney history. Whether it's touring Walt's original apartment or taking pictures with the animatronics from Haunted Mansion, these tours are perfect for Disneyland fans.

Most of Disneyland's tours were suspended in 2020 and we have seen most of them return in phases over the past few years.

Now we have news that two of Disneyland's most iconic tours are returning with one giving guests the unique opportunity to experience a piece of Walt Disney history!

Disneyland Tours Returning Soon

Disneyland has announced the return of two popular guided tours: the Cultivating the Magic Guided Tour and the Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour.

The most popular of these tours being the Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour (previously known as The Grand Circle Tour) which gives guests the chance to view the iconic Lilly Belle train car. Lillian Disney (Walt Disney's wife) designed the interior of the car so the coach was named in her honor. This train car has been given limited access over the years to preserve its history and I am thrilled to see it return as part of this fan favorite tour.

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Cultivating the Magic Disneyland Tour

During the Cultivating the Magic Guided Tour guests can learn more about how the plants and flowers play an essential part of the storytelling at Disneyland. The tour includes trips to the flower beds in Town Square, the hub in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, Tomorrowland, the exotic foliage on the Jungle Cruise, and more.

The tour includes front of the line access to the Jungle Cruise as the tour guide explains the significance the plants and flowers have while guests ride this classic attraction.

Tour guests will also receive a special keepsake. In the past these special keepsakes have included pins with the name and year of the tour. See below for an example of the pin I received during the Happiest Haunts Tour during the Halloween season at Disneyland.

Current pricing hasn't been revealed quite yet but I imagine we'll see the cost in the $100 per person price range which is standard for most Disneyland tours.

Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour

The Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour has always been one of the most popular tours at Disneyland since it focuses on such a quintessential part of Disney history which is Walt Disney's affinity for trains.

Guests on the tour will learn about the impact trains had on Walt Disney's dreams and vision for both animation, film, and theme parks. Behind the scenes moments on the tour include a trip to the Disneyland Park Roundhouse which is not typically viewed by the public.

But the best behind the scenes stop includes the special ride on Disneyland Railroad's special Presidential Car called the Lilly Belle. Keep in mind that the trip on the Lilly Belle is not guaranteed, which is the same as in the past, as it depends on weather and other factors. Disney's biggest priority is preserving the history of this famous train car so that will always be top priority.

This tour also includes a special keepsake plus a beverage and pastry. Pricing is not yet available but past pricing was $85 per person.

When Can I Book The Disneyland Tours?

The Cultivating the Magic and and Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour reservations are available starting on April 30th (likely at 6AM PT) for tours that begin on May 11th. You can book these tours on the Disneyland website. 

Disney Visa Card Members receive 15% off guided tours. You will need to pay in full for the tour at the time of booking. Unfortunately, Disney gift cards cannot be used for guided tours. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy otherwise payment will be forfeited.

The most popular of these tours will be the Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour so if you are interested in experiencing this iconic tour then make sure you are online and ready to book so you do not miss out.

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