3-day California Express tour from Los Angeles
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3-day California Express tour from Los Angeles

Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Hebrew
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 72 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Enjoy scenic, panoramic views of the California coast during your adventurous three days
  • Explore San Francisco and sail under the Golden Gate Bridge past Alcatraz
  • Visit Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada
What to expect

WINTER

Day 1: LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – SOLVANG – SAN FRANCISCODepart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara. We start our tour when we stop at the heart of downtown at “state street promenade” stroll through the exclusive shops and restaurants at this beautiful part of town which is insulated from traffic while enjoying the architectural beauty, sights and sounds in a peaceful setting. Continue to Santa Barbara beaches and Stearns wharf to “walk on the water” and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean, we finish our visit at the Spanish Mission Santa Barbara and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region. From the mission we continue to Solvang, “the Danish capital of America” a quaint Danish community at the heart of California. Enjoy the Danish-style architecture while browse in the local shops and restaurants. After our lunch break, we head north through Silicon Valley before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.Overnight: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

Day 2: SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWNToday we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. Next, we return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.Overnight: Modesto – Best Western Palm Court Inn (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)

Day 3: SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE – LOS ANGELESWinter Route: start the day with a visit of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row. What was once a line of sardine factories along the wharf is now a picturesque haven for people to enjoy a leisurely day while exploring its rich history. We continue our tour of the beautiful California Coast with a visit to the town of Carmel-by-the-sea, home to actor/director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll in town and enjoy the beautiful boutiques and galleries. We head south to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17 mile drive exclusively) afternoon drive back to return to Los Angeles.

SUMMER

Day 1: LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – ROUTE 1/17 MILE DRIVE – CARMELDepart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara. Visit a Spanish Mission and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region. Continue to Solvang, a quaint Danish community to browse in the local shops. We head north to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17-mile drive exclusively). After our visit we visit the town of Carmel home to the actor Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll in town before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.Overnight: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

Day 2: SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWNToday we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world-famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Next, we return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown, and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.Overnight: Modesto – Best Western Palm Court Inn (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)

Day 3: SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE – LOS ANGELESSummer Route: We head east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to Yosemite National Park. This 1,200 square mile wonderland of forests, lakes, and waterfalls is located in the Sierra Nevada. Stop at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome to continue for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls. After a beautiful day in the park we head back to Los Angeles in the evening.

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What's included
  • check Two nights' hotel accommodation including taxes and continental breakfast
  • check Admission to Yosemite Park (in the winter, to Hearst castle)
  • check Air-conditioned bus or van
  • check Professional tour guide
  • check Bay cruise in San Francisco
What's not included
  • x_not_included WiFi is not available on-board
Where
Meeting point:
- Starbucks Coffee Farmers Market at the corner of Fairfax Blvd and 3rd Street at 6:30 am - Culver City Four Points Sheraton - 5990 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230 at 7:00 am
What to remember
  • Overnight hotel in San Francisco: La Quinta Inn & Suites
  • Overnight hotel(s) on Day 2: Modesto Park Inn by Radisson in summer & Monterey Holiday Inn during winter
  • Prices are based on two people sharing a room. Rooms all have two double beds; however, in the event of a triple room, no extra bedding will be provided
  • For every reservation there must be at least one person who is 18 years of age
  • Tours are estimated to end between 8.00pm-9.00pm,but is subject to change based on local conditions
  • You are required to have a proper form of identification
  • All tours are operated in English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Requested language must be specified at the time of booking
  • Booking is only considered changed or cancelled when you are in receipt of a cancellation number
  • Cancellation policy: There will be no cancellation fee for all tours cancelled up to three days prior to departure. Full cancellation penalty applies if tour is cancelled less than three days before departure. All requests for refunds must be received within 90 days of departure
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Provider
AMADEO TRAVEL SOLUTIONS
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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