California Cruising - Cruise America
15 days/14 nights
Motorhome
Guide Price €995 per person (based on 2 adults sharing in low season)
Explore California, from spectacular national parks and breathtaking coastlines to relaxed and charming beachside towns.
- Cruise the Coastal Highway 1 whilst taking in the beautiful scenery
- Set up camp in one of several scenic national parks
- Experience the quirky cities of San Francisco and Santa Barbara
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Itinerary
Days 1-3 San Francisco
Welcome to San Francisco, home for the next three nights. Discover The City by the Bay on the fantastic hop-on hop-off Bus, visit the haunting fortress of Alcatraz and explore the restaurants and attractions of Fisherman’s Wharf.
Day 4 San Francisco to Lake Tahoe
Pick up your motorhome this afternoon and drive to beautiful Lake Tahoe. This evening, enjoy views over the lake as the sun sets while relaxing at your campsite.
Day 5 Lake Tahoe
Spend a full day exploring the surrounds of the lake. Be sure to visit Emerald Bay and perhaps, hike one of the trails or relax on the beach.
Day 6 Lake Tahoe to Yosemite NP
Head south to the granite peaks and wildflower meadows of Yosemite National Park.
Day 7 Yosemite NP
The stunning natural beauty of this famous national park is truly awe-inspiring. Spend the day hiking one of the many trails, visit Glacier Point, admire Yosemite Falls and do some shopping in Yosemite Village, all whilst keeping your eyes peeled for native wildlife.
Days 8-9 Sequoia NP
Continue heading down to Sequoia National Park. Visit the enormous General Sherman Sequoia tree standing over 83m tall with a base circumference of over 30m!
Day 10 Sequoia NP to Santa Barbara
Continue to the relaxed beachside town of Santa Barbara. With its perfect weather, beautiful architecture and excellent restaurants, this is an ideal place to unwind.
Day 11 Santa Barbara
Enjoy a full day to laze on the long sandy beach and soak up some rays in laidback Santa Barbara.
Day 12 Santa Barbara to Paso Robles
Travel north to Paso Robles, home to wonderful wineries. Why not head to Paso’s historic downtown and visit one of the many wine tasting rooms.
Day 13 Paso Robles to Santa Cruz
Travel along Highway 1 to enjoy your afternoon in the surfer town of Santa Cruz. Perhaps take a leisurely walk along the waterfront to take in the stunning sunset. Marvel at the natural beauty of Big Sur all around you.
Day 14 Santa Cruz
Relax on the sandy beaches, explore the lively boardwalk or head out on the water in search of migrating whales.
Day 15 Santa Cruz to San Francisco
Return to cosmopolitan San Francisco and drop off your motorhome.
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Price & Inclusions
- 12 days C25 motorhome hire, sleeping up to 5, 1,500 miles worth of mileage packs and Cruise America Insurance. Vehicle Provisioning Kit and Personal Kits are payable locally
- 3 nights 3★ accommodation in San Francisco before you pick up your motorhome
- Alcatraz & San Francisco 2 Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- International flights
- National Parks entrance fees payable locally
- Campgrounds
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/10/2024 to 31/12/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
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