15 days/14 nights
Fly Drive Holiday
Guide Price €2,725 per person (based on 2 adults sharing in low season)
Discover an abundance of natural wonders in California, from remarkable Yosemite National Park to the majestic whales of Monterey Bay and combine them with the delightful vineyards of Napa Valley for an incredible journey through the Golden State.
- San Francisco
- Wine tasting in Napa Valley and Paso Robles
- Year round whale watching in Monterey Bay
- Magnificent Yosemite National Park
- Big Sur
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Itinerary
Days 1-3 San Francisco
Charismatic San Francisco is home to the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, handsome architecture and historic cable cars. Take a tour to the notorious island of Alcatraz – the prison may have closed down in the 1960s but the stories and infamy live on.
Day 4 San Francisco to Monterey
Pick up your car and head south along scenic Highway 1 to delightful Monterey.
Day 5 Monterey
This lovely town has bags of charm and is home to historic Cannery Row and a quaint Fisherman’s Wharf – the perfect spot for a bowl of clam chowder. Spot adorable sea otters playing in the bay and set sail on an incredible whale watching tour!
Day 6 Monterey County
Go for a leisurely drive along stunning 17-Mile Drive and then visit Carmel-bythe-Sea. This idyllic village delights with its cobbled streets, fairy tale cottages and gorgeous white sand beach. Or head to Pinnacles National Park for hiking amongst rocky spires and keep your eyes peeled for rare Californian condors.
Day 7 Monterey to Paso Robles
Continue south and cruise through Big Sur – this winding stretch of Highway 1 hugs the coastline and is one of the most scenic roads in the world! Then travel inland to the bucolic countryside of Paso Robles.
Day 8 Paso Robles
Explore one of Paso’s many vineyards or stroll through the town centre and take your pick from the plethora of wine tasting rooms on offer.
Day 9 Paso Robles to Sequoia NP
Journey onwards to Sequoia National Park, home to gargantuan trees, including General Sherman, the largest tree in the world!
Day 10 Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP
Today explore the splendour of Sequoia and its sister national park, Kings Canyon. Linked by the winding Generals Highway, rugged Kings Canyon boasts a dramatic deep valley and miles of hiking trails.
Day 11 Sequoia NP to Yosemite NP
Head to majestic Yosemite, this famed national park is a truly awesome natural wonder.
Day 12 Yosemite National Park
There are so many incredible sights to take in, from towering El Capitan rock to the beautiful cascade of Yosemite Falls and the dramatic vistas of Half Dome.
Day 13 Yosemite NP to Napa
Leave the granite peaks behind as you drive to Napa Valley. The chic town of Napa makes a great base to explore the valley’s many vineyards and wineries of this famous wine region.
Day 14 Napa Valley Wine Train
All aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train! This historic train journeys through California’s wine country as you dine on a gourmet three-course lunch whilst admiring the beautiful scenery.
Day 15 Napa to San Francisco
Enjoy a final morning in Napa before heading back to San Francisco for your flight home.
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Price & Inclusions
- 12 days Alamo Inclusive Compact car hire including 24-hour Roadside Assistance
- 14 nights 3★ to 4★ accommodation
- 1 lunch
- Monterey Whale Watching, Alcatraz & San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour & Napa Valley Wine Train with Gourmet Lunch
- International flights
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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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As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
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