Itinerary
- Day 1
San Francisco
You'll arrive in San Francisco this afternoon. Your tour director will be on hand later to help with any questions about what's ahead on your trip.
Landmarks San Francisco 
- Day 2
San Francisco
The day starts with a sightseeing tour hitting the Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf. After that, your afternoon is free to do what you want. There's an optional cable-car ride, Golden Gate Park, or Alcatraz Island Prison tour if you're interested. You can also bike across the Golden Gate Bridge by pedal or e-bike, grab food in Sausalito, and return by ferry to Fisherman's Wharf.
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour including Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf
Optional Activities
- Cable-car ride
- Golden Gate Park visit
- Alcatraz Island Prison tour
- Bike the Bridge tour across the Golden Gate Bridge by pedal or e-bike
- Meal in Sausalito village
- Ferry ride back to Fisherman's Wharf
Landmarks Golden Gate Bridge Nob Hill Chinatown Fisherman's Wharf Golden Gate Park Alcatraz Island Prison Sausalito - Day 3
San Francisco to Yosemite
You'll head east through California's Central Valley and enter Yosemite National Park. The landscape shifts to soaring granite peaks, towering pinnacles, and cascading waterfalls surrounded by lush forests. You'll see El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and Half Dome. That evening you stay in nearby Oakhurst.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Yosemite National Park including El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and Half Dome
Landmarks Yosemite National Park El Capitan Yosemite Falls Half Dome - Day 4
Yosemite to Monterey
Back into Yosemite to see the giant sequoias, then head west toward the coast. You'll arrive in Monterey by late afternoon. Walk through Old Fisherman's Wharf to look for sea lions and otters, then check out Cannery Row, made famous by John Steinbeck's novel. There's an optional sunset whale watching cruise available if you want to spot humpbacks, other whales, and dolphins.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Giant sequoias viewing in Yosemite
- Visit to Monterey Harbor's Old Fisherman's Wharf
- Visit to Cannery Row
Optional Activities
- Sunset Whale Watching Cruise on Monterey Bay
Landmarks Yosemite National Park Monterey Harbor Old Fisherman's Wharf Cannery Row Monterey Bay - Day 5
Monterey to Pismo Beach
Start with the 17-Mile Drive, which follows the rugged Pacific coastline. You'll pass the iconic Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach, and its famous golf course. Then you arrive in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a village with pine forests and coastal views. From there, you'll drive through Big Sur with redwood forests and the Pacific Ocean below. You'll stay overnight in Pismo Beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic 17-Mile Drive viewing
- Visit to Lone Cypress
- Pebble Beach viewing
- Carmel-by-the-Sea exploration
- Big Sur drive
Landmarks 17-Mile Drive Lone Cypress Pebble Beach Carmel-by-the-Sea Big Sur 
- Day 6
Pismo Beach to Los Angeles
Continue south and stop in Solvang, where Danish architecture and windmills dot the town. Walk through the flower-lined streets and grab a treat from a Danish bakery. Later you arrive in Santa Barbara with its Spanish-style buildings and Mediterranean feel. Stroll the pier or shop before heading to Los Angeles by late afternoon.
Included Activities
- Solvang village tour including Old World architecture and windmills
- Santa Barbara city viewing
Optional Activities
- Danish bakery treat in Solvang
- Pier stroll in Santa Barbara
- Boutique shopping in Santa Barbara
Landmarks Solvang Santa Barbara 
- Day 7
Los Angeles
Your day includes a tour of Hollywood, starting with the TCL Chinese Theatre and Dolby Theatre. You'll see the Hollywood Walk of Fame and its thousands of stars. From there, head to Santa Monica Pier and the beach. The rest of the day is yours to spend freely. There's an optional Academy Museum of Motion Pictures visit available if film history interests you.
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Hollywood including TCL Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theatre, and Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica Pier visit
Optional Activities
- Academy Museum of Motion Pictures excursion
Landmarks TCL Chinese Theatre Dolby Theatre Hollywood Walk of Fame Santa Monica Pier Academy Museum of Motion Pictures - Day 8
Los Angeles to San Diego
Head south toward San Diego, stopping at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the way. This historic mission, founded over 200 years ago, reflects California's multi-cultural history. After you arrive in San Diego, there's a city tour that includes the Hotel Coronado, famous from films like Some Like it Hot. Later you have the evening free to explore downtown's dining and entertainment options.
Included Activities
- Mission San Juan Capistrano tour
- San Diego city tour
- Hotel Coronado viewing
Landmarks Mission San Juan Capistrano Hotel Coronado 
- Day 9
San Diego
The day is yours to explore San Diego at your own pace. The town is very walkable and known for its great weather. You can bike along the waterfront or take a harbor cruise. There's also an optional San Diego Zoo visit available if you want to see over 3,700 rare and endangered animals.
Optional Activities
- Bike by the waterfront
- Harbor cruise
- San Diego Zoo excursion
Landmarks San Diego Zoo - Day 10
San Diego to Los Angeles
You have the morning to relax before heading back to Los Angeles. On the way, you'll stop in Dana Point, a coastal town with beautiful ocean views. After that, you arrive at Los Angeles International Airport where your trip ends.
Included Activities
- Dana Point stop viewing
Landmarks Dana Point
