ABTA 40 Years | Mon-Fri: 9am to 5:30pm | Sat: 9am to 5pm | Sun & Bank Holidays: 10am to 4:00pm
ABTA 40 Years | Mon-Fri: 9am to 5:30pm | Sat: 9am to 5pm | Sun & Bank Holidays: 10am to 4:00pm
Golden beaches, towering redwoods, rolling vineyards and dramatic granite peaks – California is a land of striking contrasts. This unforgettable road trip winds from the colourful streets of San Francisco through world-renowned wine country, spectacular national parks and the iconic Pacific coastline, where waves crash beneath windswept cypress trees. Continue south to the laid-back charm of Santa Barbara before ending amid the energy and glamour of Los Angeles, with every mile revealing another unforgettable California landscape.
C&K have designed this itinerary to inspire you, featuring their best hotels and experiences in every thrilling destination. To tailor-make this itinerary just for you and with exclusive discounts – only at Travel Club Elite, call free 0800 707 6229 and speak to our Cox and Kings specialists.
Day 1 | Arrive San Francisco
Arrive in San Francisco and transfer to Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf for a 3-night stay. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore Fisherman’s Wharf or stroll along the Embarcadero.
Day 2 | San Francisco
Included Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, visiting highlights including the Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park. Ferry to Alcatraz Island for a self-guided audio tour.
Day 3 | San Francisco
Small-group excursion to Armstrong Redwoods, the Pacific coast and Sausalito, with free time to enjoy the scenery before returning to San Francisco.
Day 4 | Napa Valley
Collect your hire car and drive to Napa Valley, stopping at the Golden Gate Overlook en route. Check in to River Terrace Inn for 2 nights.
Day 5 | Napa Valley
Day at leisure. This evening, enjoy an included Gourmet Express Dinner Journey aboard the iconic Napa Valley Wine Train.
Day 6 | Yosemite National Park
Drive through the Sierra Nevada to Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite for a 3-night stay. Time permitting, visit Glacier Point or Tunnel View.
Day 7 | Yosemite National Park
Private guided half-day hike through Yosemite with an expert naturalist and scenic picnic lunch.
Day 8 | Yosemite National Park
Day at leisure to discover Yosemite’s famous landscapes, including Yosemite Falls, Glacier Point or Mariposa Grove.
Day 9 | Monterey
Drive to Monterey and check in to InterContinental The Clement Monterey for 2 nights. Spend the afternoon exploring Cannery Row.
Day 10 | Monterey
Included whale-watching cruise in Monterey Bay. Afternoon at leisure to visit Monterey Bay Aquarium or enjoy the waterfront.
Day 11 | Santa Barbara
Drive the spectacular Pacific Coast Highway via Carmel, 17-Mile Drive and Big Sur to Santa Barbara. Check in to The Steward, Santa Barbara for 2 nights.
Day 12 | Santa Barbara
Day at leisure to relax on the beach, visit Old Mission Santa Barbara or sample local wines in the Funk Zone.
Day 13 | Santa Monica
Continue south to Santa Monica and check in to Viceroy Santa Monica for a 3-night stay. Time to enjoy the pier and beachfront.
Day 14 | Santa Monica
Included guided bike tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach, taking in the Boardwalk, Venice Canals and Abbot Kinney Boulevard.
Day 15 | Los Angeles
Free day to explore Los Angeles, with opportunities to visit Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Griffith Observatory or Santa Monica at your own pace.
Day 16 | Fly Home
Enjoy a final morning at leisure before returning your hire car at Los Angeles International Airport for your overnight flight home.
River Terrace Inn offers a peaceful yet central base for exploring California’s wine country. Set along the Napa River in downtown Napa, the River Terrace is just a short stroll from the Napa Valley Wine Train, Oxbow Public Market and the Culinary Institute of America, the hotel blends urban convenience with a relaxed, nature-inspired character.
Nestled in the Sierra National Forest, just two miles from Yosemite’s south entrance, Tenaya at Yosemite is a premium full-service resort offering year-round access to the park’s natural wonders. Surrounded by pine and cedar forest, the property blends rustic charm with contemporary comfort, drawing inspiration from the High Sierra’s rugged beauty.
Mere steps from Santa Monica Beach and the iconic pier, Viceroy Santa Monica is a contemporary 4-star hotel that blends coastal ease with urban sophistication. Surrounded by boutique shops, galleries and the buzz of Ocean Avenue, it offers a stylish retreat in one of Los Angeles’ most vibrant neighbourhoods. The hotel’s mood is breezily contemporary – a coastal sanctuary awash with sun-soaked tones and natural textures, framed by art-inspired design and ocean-blue accents.
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