Gems of Northern California

Days 1-2  San Francisco  
Arrive in vibrant San Francisco, home to the Golden Gate Bridge. Visit infamous Alcatraz, ride a historic cable car and head to the top of Coit Tower for panoramic views of the city.    

Day 3  San Francisco to Mammoth Lakes
Pick up your car and make the scenic ascent to Mammoth Lakes in the Sierra Nevada mountains, famed for its stunning location.

Day 4  Mammoth Lakes  
Explore the expansive valleys and incredible crystal clear mountain lakes of this region.  

Day 5  Mammoth Lakes to Lake Tahoe  
Head north to the jewel in this magnificent range where a glorious lakeside wilderness is dotted with lively towns.  

Day 6  Lake Tahoe  
Explore this spectacular area, hire a bike and traverse the many trails around the lake, or for the more adventurous try stand up paddleboarding.  

Day 7  Lake Tahoe to Redding  
En route to the quaint town of Redding, explore the remarkable Lassen Volcanic National Park to see its plopping mudpots and bubbling pools on the Bumpass Hell walking trail.

Day 8  Redding to Klamath Falls  
Drive past mighty Mount Shasta and make a detour to Lava Beds National Monument to walk into ancient lava tubes. Continue on the charming town of Klamath Falls in Oregon.  

Day 9  Crater Lake NP  
Today head to spectacular Crater Lake and admire the views from scenic Rim Drive road.  

Day 10  Klamath Falls to Crescent City  
Heading south will bring you to the gateway of Redwood National Park.    

Day 11  Redwood NP  
Take a day to walk among the California redwoods: hauntingly beautiful giants of the natural world.    

Day 12  Crescent City to Fort Bragg  
Travel south on the scenic Redwood Highway and enjoy a peaceful stay in delightful Fort Bragg on the stunning Mendocino Coast.

Days 13-14  Fort Bragg to Napa  
Continue onto the beautiful Napa Valley where gourmet food and fine wines await.    

Day 15  Napa to San Francisco  
It is a short drive back to San Francisco airport, ready for your flight home.