Best of California

Day 1  Los Angeles
Transfer from the airport to meet your Travel Director and fellow guests for a welcome dinner.

Day 2  Los Angeles
An exciting day awaits as you explore lively Los Angeles. Head downtown towards Grand Central Market and the Bradbury Building while learning about the history and architecture from the 18th Century to the present. In legendary Hollywood, take photos of the famous hillside Hollywood sign and stroll along the Walk of Fame.

Day 3  Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
Today, enjoy a stroll around Santa Monica Pier before heading to Santa Barbara this afternoon. Follow the Pacific Coast Highway, one of the most scenic drives in America offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Perhaps visit the Botanical Gardens or alternatively the Old Mission, one of the city’s most picturesque landmarks.

Day 4  Santa Barbara to Paso Robles
Enjoy a leisurely morning, before travelling along the scenic coast to Pismo Beach. Head north, where the landscape becomes scattered with olive groves, vineyards and orchards, and visit a local olive oil farm for a delicious tasting experience.

Day 5  Paso Robles to Yosemite NP
Journey to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Yosemite National Park to visit the iconic giant sequoia trees and take in the views of the park’s highest waterfall. Later, check into the Yosemite Valley Lodge.

Day 6  Yosemite NP
Join a naturalist guide to watch rock climbers tackling some of the 60 routes up the granite monolith that is El Capitan.

Day 7  Yosemite NP to San Francisco
Travel towards the bustling city of San Francisco and visit the popular restaurant district of Fisherman’s Wharf before taking a stroll over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge.

Days 8-9  San Francisco
This morning, venture to the local farmers market to browse the stalls offering organic produce and artisan specialties. Next, head into Chinatown and away from the hustle and bustle you will learn about the daily life, rich history, and modern day issues faced by the locals. Tonight, toast to your travels as you enjoy a delicious, celebratory Chinese dim sum dinner. Your tour comes to an end with a transfer to the airport.