CALIFORNIA’S COASTAL JOURNEY - LAX a SFO- (SA)

Los Angeles - Ventura - Santa Barbara - Carmel - 17 Mile Drive - Monterey - San Francisco

FLY AND DRIVE

DAY 01: ARRIVE IN LOS ANGELES, CA

Arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and proceed to your hotel for check in. Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the United States. Home to famous movie stars and the famed landmark, the
Hollywood sign, it is a city brimming with culture and happenings. This big metropolis has many regions with distinct flavors and communities just waiting to be explored.
Accommodations: Best Western Plus Dragon Gate or similar

DAY 02: LOS ANGELES, CA

Today, take some time to visit the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Stroll along the Walk of Fame and see the names of celebrities commemorated in pink stars along the sidewalk. Visit Mann’s Chinese Theater, the bestpreserved of the movie palaces from Hollywood’s golden era, and known for its celebrity hand and footprints in the forecourt - over 200 impressions are yours to discover! Drive through Beverly Hills, the most famous neighborhood in the United States and glimpse exclusive homes. Shop at famous Rodeo Drive, where luxury retail commands the street. Visit Universal Studios and tour the sets and cast yourself in the thrilling rides, shows and attractions that bring the movies to life. In the evening, enjoy Universal City Walk, filled with restaurants and nightclubs.

DAY 03: LOS ANGELES – VENTURA, CA

Leave Los Angeles behind this morning as you drive on the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway toward Ventura. This pristine city is most known for its relaxed Southern California beach vibe. But a lively art scene, downtown galleries and museums, the views from the Ventura Botanical Gardens and many shops and restaurants, make Ventura a perfect hangout where you can enjoy some earthly delights. Don’t forget to take a stroll on the beautiful pier, built in 1872.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach or similar

DAY 04: VENTURA - SANTA BARBARA – CARMEL - 17 MILE DRIVE - MONTEREY, CA

Depart Ventura this morning for the luxurious drive up the Pacific Coast toward Monterey. Take a stop at Santa Barbara where you can stroll through the Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens to view breathtaking flora or hike a scenic nature trail in Los Padres National Forest. The beaches all have their own allure; East Beach attracts the trendy and young while fishing and whale watching are the favorites at Arroyo Burro. Enjoy the fine collection at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art or explore the Old Mission. In the early evening, visit Stearn’s Wharf and enjoy a sumptuous meal of fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants. As you continue your ride to Monterey, consider taking the famously scenic 17-Mile drive up the coast. Stop at the famous Pebble Beach and enjoy the sights of luxurious mansions along the coast. Discover Nature’s treasures as you pass through the serene majesty of Del Monte Forest. Here you’ll quickly experience the magic of a legendary scenic tour that’s home to The Lone Cypress. You’ll see black cormorants, brown pelicans, California sea otters, harbor seals, and idle sea lions all in their natural habitat. For a gourmet picnic lunch along 17-Mile Drive, visit Pebble Beach Market adjacent to The Lodge at Pebble Beach. Best picnic spots are between Point Joe and Seal Rock and you’ll find picnic tables at many stops. After being swept away by the stunning Pacific coast views, spend the afternoon enjoying Monterey. Settled in 1770 as one of the first European outposts on the west coast, many of the early American Colonial buildings still stand. Monterey eventually became the sardine capital of the Western Hemisphere when the first packing plant was built in 1900. Today, the old sardine factories have been converted into quaint restaurants and boutique shops. This area called “Cannery Row” was made famous by the author John Steinbeck and still remains an amusing place to explore. Monterey Bay is a fantastic place to whale watch, tours are offered locally.
Accommodations: Bay Park Hotel or similar

DAY 05: MONTEREY – SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Depart Monterey this morning on your way to San Francisco, home of majestic Wine Country and the Golden Gate Bridge. Rows of elegant houses, the famous cable cars, clusters of ethnic neighborhoods, and the colorful waterfront all add to the distinctive international flavor of the city. Today, you are free to enjoy one of the many sights and sounds of San Francisco. Take a cable car ride to Fisherman’s Wharf for shopping, great food and entertainment. Another major attraction is Alcatraz, a small island located in the middle of San Francisco Bay. It served as lighthouse, a military fortification, and finally as a federal prison until 1963. The rangers give excellent guided tours detailing the history and legends surrounding “The Rock.” Spend the day in Golden Gate Park; it offers dozens of fun things to do. Top sights are the Conservatory of Flowers and the Japanese Tea Garden. Don’t miss the local resident buffalo herd. This evening, dine in one of San Francisco’s many distinctive neighborhoods; from Chinatown to the very Italian flavored North Beach, each offers its own distinctive culture and cuisine.
Accommodations: Comfort Inn By The Bay or similar

DAY 06: SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Visit the dramatic curves of Lombard Street, one of San Francisco’s most photographed sites. The beautifully landscaped, one-block descent from Hyde Street to Leavenworth Street, has given Lombard the title of
“crookedest street in the world.” At the intersection of Hyde and Lombard, a cable car route provides spectacular views of Alcatraz, Angel Island, Coit Tower, Yerba Buena Island and the Bay Bridge. Consider a visit to Muir Woods National Monument. This grove of coastal redwoods has been protected for a century, and the amazing specimens rank among the tallest trees in the world. Some reach 252 feet, are 14 feet across, and are more than 1000 years old. Paved trails make for easy exploration and unpaved trails offer more of a challenge for the hiking enthusiast. This evening, explore Chinatown, along its streets, exotic ingredients are sold, silks and jade are tendered, and wonderful native food can be found at the many restaurants.

DAY 07: DEPART FROM SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Depart at your leisure to the San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

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