Itinerary
- Day 1
Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo
Start this morning by driving out of Los Angeles toward Santa Monica. Once there, you'll walk the pier and check out the farmers market if you're interested, or just cruise along the shoreline for a bit. After grabbing lunch in Santa Monica, head northwest to San Luis Obispo where you can stop at Chewing Gum Alley and pick up some supplies before setting up camp for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Santa Margarita KOA)
Included Activities
- Santa Monica Visit
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Optional Activities
- Santa Monica Pier Visit
- Santa Monica Farmers Market
- Surfing and Paddle Board Rentals
Landmarks/POIs Santa Monica Pier Chewing Gum Alley - Day 2
San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz
This morning you're heading toward Santa Cruz, but take the scenic route along the 17-Mile Drive that winds past the Monterey Peninsula. The coastal views here are really nice, and you'll get some great looks at the Pacific Ocean. By late afternoon, you'll set up camp in Santa Cruz.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Santa Cruz /Monterey Bay KOA)
Included Activities
- 17-Mile Drive Monterey
Landmarks/POIs 17-Mile Drive - Day 3
Santa Cruz to San Francisco
Leave camp and drive toward Half Moon Bay where your CEO will give a quick orientation. From there, continue into San Francisco and take a driving tour through the city to see the main highlights. The rest of the day is open, so you can relax around the city or sign up for the optional sunset sail that goes under the Golden Gate Bridge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Stanford Court Hotel)
Included Activities
- San Francisco Orientation
- Half Moon Bay Drive
Optional Activities
- Sunset Sailing San Francisco
- San Francisco City Tour
- Cable Car Ride San Francisco (7 USD per person)
- Bike Rental San Francisco (8-32 USD per person)
- Fisherman's Wharf Visit
- Haight-Ashbury Visit
Landmarks/POIs Golden Gate Bridge 
- Day 4
San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
Drive away from San Francisco toward Yosemite National Park this morning. On the way, stop at a farmer's market in the central valley to grab some fresh produce. Once you reach the park, hike out to Tuolumne Grove to see the Giant Sequoias, then swing by El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall before heading to camp for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Indian Flats Campground)
Included Activities
- Yosemite National Park Visit
- Tuolumne Grove
Optional Activities
- Yosemite Bike Rental (30-40 USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Tuolumne Grove El Capitan Bridalveil Fall 
- Day 5
Yosemite National Park
Today you've got free time to explore Yosemite Valley on your own terms. Start at Yosemite Village where your CEO can point out the Ansel Adams gallery, Ahwahnee Museum, and the visitor center. From there, pick a trail that works for you, whether that's Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, Swinging Bridge Loop, Upper Yosemite Falls, or Four Mile Trail depending on how much hiking you feel like doing. Spend the day under those granite cliffs, maybe spot some climbers working El Capitan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Indian Flats Campground)
Included Activities
- Yosemite National Park Visit
Optional Activities
- Yosemite Bike Rental (30-40 USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Yosemite Valley Lower Yosemite Fall Half Dome El Capitan Ansel Adams Gallery 
- Day 6
Yosemite National Park
Get outside and do some real exploring today. Head out on a hike to Vernal or Nevada Falls, or if you'd rather, rent bikes and ride around the valley instead. The park has trails for every fitness level, from short walks to longer treks, and you'll probably spot some wildlife along the way. Take photos, enjoy your time out there, and by evening, relax around the fire and trade stories with the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Indian Flats Campground)
Included Activities
- Yosemite National Park Visit
- Vernal and Nevada Falls Hike
Optional Activities
- Yosemite Bike Rental (30-40 USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Vernal Fall Nevada Fall - Day 7
Yosemite National Park to Venice Beach
Say goodbye to Yosemite this morning and drive south toward Venice Beach. You'll travel through the rolling hills and open space of the Central Valley before reaching the Pacific coast. Time it so you arrive around golden hour, then walk the beach and grab dinner by the water. It's quite a change from the forests you've been in, so just soak it in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Inn At Venice Beach)
Optional Activities
- Beach Bike Rental
- Surf Board Rental
Landmarks/POIs Venice Beach - Day 8
Venice Beach
Wake up to the waves and get ready for your included surf lesson. An instructor will teach you how to paddle out and catch some waves. After that, you've got free time at Venice Beach to do whatever appeals to you, whether that's lounging in the sun, walking the pier, sitting at a cafe watching people, or renting bikes and surfboards to keep going. This is your chance to live that California beach lifestyle.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Inn At Venice Beach)
Included Activities
- Surf Lesson
Optional Activities
- Beach Bike Rental
- Surf Board Rental
Landmarks/POIs Venice Pier - Day 9
Venice Beach Departure
Departure day. Make sure any flights or onward travel you're booking are scheduled for 12pm or later so you have time to check out and get ready to go.
