Live your Californian dream as you spend time exploring San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego and experience the stunning coastal scenery of the "Big Sur" and Highway 1. Enjoy the wine region of Napa; explore old Sacramento and Santa Barbara and rest in Palm Springs.
Touring Highlights
Day 1 to Day 3 Arrive San Francisco 3 nights
Day 4 Sacramento for 1 night
Day 5 Monterey for 1 night
Day 6 Santa Barbara for 1 night
Day 7 to Day 8 Los Angeles for 2 nights
Day 9 to Day 10 Palm Springs for 2 nights
Day 11 to Day 14 San Diego for 4 nights
Itinerary
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Day 1 to Day 3
Arrive San Francisco 3 nights
Day 1 - Arrive at San Francisco airport and make your way to your downtown hotel.
Day 2 & 3 - Enjoy the unique atmosphere and eclectic vibe that can only be found in San Francisco. See the sights on foot and from a cable car, cruise on the bay for great views of the Golden Gate Bridge; visit Alcatraz and leave with a chill down your spine. Enjoy the atmosphere on Pier 39 and the superb shopping around Union Square.
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Day 4
Sacramento for 1 night
Collect your car from the downtown office this morning. On your way to Sacramento make a slight detour along the Napa Valley and stop for a while at one of Napa’s beautiful vineyards.
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Day 5
Monterey for 1 night
Drive to the coast and the relaxed town of Monterey, home of Cannery Row and Fisherman’s Wharf. Explore 17-Mile Drive then check in your hotel.
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Day 6
Santa Barbara for 1 night
This morning it’s time to hit the “Big Sur”, the iconic and most famous stretch of Highway 1. Head south to Santa Barbara, a beautiful city with a strong Hispanic background.
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Day 7 to Day 8
Los Angeles for 2 nights
Day 7 - Take time this morning to stroll down Main Street in Santa Barbara or visit the historic Mission and the Spanish-style Court House before you continue along the south coast to Los Angeles.
Day 8 - A free day to explore the City of Angels. With an endless array of sightseeing opportunities, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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Day 9 to Day 10
Palm Springs for 2 nights
Day 9 - Head east through the San Bernardino Valley and perhaps make a detour to the Joshua Tree National Park en route to Palm Springs.
Day 10 - Spend the day in Palm Springs; with swimming, golfing, horseback riding or hiking there’s bound to be something to keep you occupied even if it’s sunbathing - they boast 350 days of sunshine a year!
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Day 11 to Day 14
San Diego for 4 nights
Day 11 - It’s an easy drive to San Diego, for your 4 night stay here.
Day 12 & Day 13 - San Diego is California at its best. Enjoy the fabulous climate and big sandy beaches; check out attractions such as Sea World San Diego, explore the buzzing Gaslamp Quarter and soak up the laid-back Spanish and Mexican vibe in the Old Town.
Day 14 - Check out of your hotel and return your car to San Diego or Los Angeles airport, depending on your travel plans. It’s about 130 miles to Los Angeles.
14nts from £3,780 per person Low Season
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Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina dazzles guests with waterfront views, sophisticated accommodation and a range of fantastic amenities. With a location in the heart of the San Diego harbour, guests can enjoy proximity to downtown, Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Zoo and Petco Park. Relax in the light-filled guest rooms and suites, enjoy several dining destinations, three outdoor pools and watersports on the marina, and explore the vibrant city from this ideal waterfront base.
La Quinta Resort & Club
Framed by the mountains, and with a staggering 41 pools on the property, this beautiful hacienda-style resort is the perfect place to simply relax and soak in the beautiful Palm Springs sunshine. Boasting a range of 'casita' guest rooms, suites and villas, and a boutique and tennis court, this resort caters to all whether you desire complete relaxation or a mixture of sun and fun. Activities and excursions include Jeep and Hummer tours, horseriding and quad biking, two onsite Golf Courses, and a further three courses at PGA West open to resort guests.
The Hollywood Roosevelt
The Hollywood Roosevelt dates back to the Golden Era. Located on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the heart of Los Angeles, this iconic hotel reflects classic Hollywood in every sense. Built in 1927, the hotel has played host to stars like Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, and Clark Gable. Relax in a cabana at the 60s-style Tropicana pool and sip drinks by the bar, unwind in the lavish luxury of the Marilyn Suite, indulge in American steakhouse fare at The Barish and sip cocktails in the Spare Room. Old-world elegance blends with a new playful vibe in the heart of Hollywood.
Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica
A boutique hotel located four blocks from the beach, close to Venice and within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier, this resort is the perfect base for exploration of this iconic Californian coastal town. With a selection of well-presented guest rooms and suites as your base, explore the beach activities on offer including the famous amusement park on the Santa Monica Pier. The Longitude Bar and Restaurant serves California cuisine and guests can relax and refresh in the outdoor heated pool and terrace area and soak in the blissful California sunshine.
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Perched dramatically above the crashing surf of the Pacific, Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa delights its guests with a classic California coastal experience. Here you’ll be welcomed with warm hospitality and elegantly-appointed guest rooms with thoughtful extras and luxury touches. From the oceanfront restaurant, award-winning rooftop luxury spa and prime location steps from charming Cannery Row, this impressive coastal resort is a fantastic base for exploration of vibrant Monterey.
The Kimpton Sawyer
Overlooking the Golden 1 Center arena, home of the Sacramento Kings basketball team and host to a range of fantastic musical artists throughout the year, The Kimpton Sawyer is a trendy 250-room boutique hotel in the heart of lively Downtown Sacramento. The hotel's one-of-a-kind pool deck overlooking Golden 1 Center is just one of several features of this hotel which make it unique, including the Revival bar, an urban oasis and the place to be on concert nights. Luxuriate in spacious, serene rooms that celebrate the distinct pioneering spirit and natural beauty of California and enviable views.
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
With exceptional service, spacious hotel rooms and suites, and a prime downtown location, this is a fantastic base for exploration of exciting San Francisco. Relax and recharge in contemporary rooms and suites with impressive views of the city and indulge at the popular restaurants and bars, with B55 serving a full American breakfast buffet daily and elevated American Pub fare and craft beer. Take in the sunsets from The View Lounge on the 39th floor which boasts sweeping views of San Francisco and the Bay and signature cocktails, and maintain your fitness routine at the 10,000-square-foot bi-level Cor Health & Fitness Centre with a terrace located just outside.
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