California Coast Vacation
Tags:
San Francisco; San Diego; Los Angeles; California Coast tour; Solvang; MONTEREY; pacific Coast Highway;
Spend nine days driving down the scenic Pacific Coast Highway. Pick up yourrental car in San Francisco, with time to experience the “City by the Bay." Visit Fisherman's Wharf, take a bay cruise with magnificent views of the Golden Gate Bridge, or visit Alcatraz Island. Next, head south on Highway ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Los Angeles, California, United States; Monterey, California, United States; San Diego, California, United States; San Francisco, California, United States
- Trip Length:
- 9 days
- Price Range:
- From $0 to $2000 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Recommended for:
-
15 - 17, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
Spend nine days driving down the scenic Pacific Coast Highway. Pick up yourrental car in San Francisco, with time to experience the “City by the Bay." Visit Fisherman's Wharf, take a bay cruise with magnificent views of the Golden Gate Bridge, or visit Alcatraz Island. Next, head south on Highway 1 to Monterey. Don't miss stunning 17-Mile Drive with stops at Point Joe, Fanshell Beach, and the famed Lone Cypress. South to San Simeon where you can visit magnificent Hearst Castle, then on to Denmark-inspired Solvang. Take a short drive to Santa Barbara and consider visiting the Santa Barbara Mission and Steams Wharf. Last stop: the bright lights of Los Angeles. Drive through Hollywood and Beverly Hills, and see Mann's Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Finally, drive south to beautiful San Diego and consider a visit to the San Diego Zoo or SeaWorld. Drop off your rental car and conclude your memorable vacation.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - San Francisco
Arrive in San Francisco.
Pick up your rental car at the airport.
Hotel
This landmark hotel is located in the heart of Union Square just steps from the Financial District, Nob Hill, Chinatown, SOMA, and the Theatre District. The Beefeater doorman and offbeat style create a one-ofa- kind experience.
Day 2 - San Francisco
Relaxation
Full day at your leisure.
Day 3 - Monterey
San Francisco–Monterey.
Drive to Monterey. Approximately 126 miles.
Hotel
Hotel : Best Western Beach Resort
Day 4 - Monterey
Monterey–Pacific Coast Highway–Solvang.
Drive to Solvang. Approximately 210 miles.
Hotel
Hotel : Royal Scandinavian Inn
Day 5 - Los Angeles
Solvang–Los Angeles.
Drive to Los Angeles. Approximately 128 miles.
Hotel
The Hilton Universal City Hotel is located in the heart of the “Entertainment District” across from the main entrance of Universal Studios HollywoodTM. The hotel offers panoramic views, outstanding food, a heated pool, and spa.
Day 6 - Los Angeles
Relaxation
Full day at your leisure.
Day 7 - San Diego
Los Angeles–San Diego.
Approximately 120 miles.
Hotel
Centrally located in the heart of Mission Valley, just minutes from historic Old Town, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, San Diego Wild Animal Park, and world-famous beaches. The hotel features 417 spacious guestrooms, two restaurants, and a outdoor pool.
Day 8 - San Diego
Relaxation
Full day at your leisure.
Day 9 - San Diego
Airport Transfer
Return your car at the airport.
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Service On Call; Documents including maps and detailed driving directions. Accommodation for 8 nights. Prices are per person, land or cruise only, based on double occupancy. Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary. Transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
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