California Classics with San Diego
California Classics with San Diego
13 Days Starting in San Francisco and ending in San Diego
Visiting: San Francisco, Sausalito, Napa, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Carmel Valley, Big Sur, San Simeon, Solvang, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Pacific Surfliner (Amtrak), San Diego
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AAE-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
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Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
When you hum along to California Dreamin’ on the radio, what wistful wonders come to mind? Giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park? Big reds in Napa Valley? Mega stars in Los Angeles? Colossal mansions that dot the entire Pacific coastline? From the City by the Bay to the City of Angels, this thirteen-day tour of California reveals every heavenly sight that earned the Golden State its name. Yosemite’s Cathedral Spires, 17-Mile Drive’s Lone Cypress, and San Simeon’s Hearst Castle are just a few you’ll want your camera ready for. Between the high energy of Silicon Valley and the high style of Beverly Hills, this encompassing California vacation weaves in plenty of kickback time with visits to a Napa Valley vineyard, the quiet Danish village of Solvang, and the tony resort zip codes of Monterey, Carmel, and Santa Barbara. Don’t forget your shades. Surf’s up at the 70 miles of beaches along Southern California’s most laid-back city. Hang ten or simply hang out in San Diego’s renowned zoo, museums, and eclectic neighborhoods. Half the fun of this extension to your California vacation is the scenic train ride here from La-La Land.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In San Francisco
Location: San Francisco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: San Francisco Marriott Marquis
Meals Included: No Meals
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: San Francisco
Location: San Francisco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: San Francisco Marriott Marquis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy morning sightseeing in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. See Golden Gate National Recreation Area, including the Golden Gate Bridge and the Presidio. Free time this afternoon to explore the city. Ride the world-famous cable cars, shop in Union Square, or visit the Museum of Modern Art. Dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Day 3: San Francisco,Sausalito,Napa
Location: San Francisco, Sausalito, Napa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: San Francisco Marriott Marquis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge this morning to the charming town of Sausalito. Continue to Sonoma for lunch on your own Visit a local vineyard for a tour and tasting before arriving to your hotel in Napa.
Day 4: Napa,Yosemite National Park
Location: Napa, Yosemite National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Tenaya Lodge At Yosemite
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel southward through the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Yosemite National Park. Free time this evening.
Day 5: Yosemite National Park,Monterey
Location: Yosemite National Park, Monterey
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Monterey
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6: Monterey. Excursion To Carmel
Location: Carmel Valley
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Monterey
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, spend your free time visiting historic Cannery Row. Other highlights today include a visit to the resort town of Carmel with a scenic drive along the famed 17-Mile Drive. Return to Monterey for free time before dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Monterey,Big Sur,San Simeon,Solvang
Location: Monterey, Big Sur, San Simeon, Solvang
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Corque
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey south through Big Sur to San Simeon and visit Hearst Castle. Continue to Solvang for a free evening.
Day 8: Solvang,Santa Barbara,Los Angeles
Location: Solvang, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Bonaventure
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 9: Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Bonaventure
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning sightseeing of this gigantic metropolis takes you from Olvera Street—the oldest thoroughfare in the city—to Hollywood. See the Sunset Strip and Beverly Hills. Later, visit the Getty Museum. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 10: Los Angeles,Amtrak’S Pacific Surfliner,San Diego
Location: Los Angeles, Pacific Surfliner (Amtrak), San Diego
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner scenic train service along the coast to San Diego. Meet your Globus Local Host upon arrival before transferring to the Embassy Suites San Diego Bay Downtown Hotel. Free time this evening. Your Globus Local Host will be available to provide suggestions on how to spend your free time.
Day 11: San Diego
Location: San Diego
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: mbassy Suites San Diego Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full free day to explore San Diego, California’s second-largest city.
Day 12: San Diego
Location: San Diego
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: mbassy Suites San Diego Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full free day to explore San Diego on your own.
Day 13: San Diego
Location: San Diego
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Stay in handpicked hotels throughout the tour, including San Francisco Marriott Marquis, Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, Hyatt Regency Monterey, Hotel Corque, Westin Bonaventure, and Embassy Suites San Diego Bay.
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Meals
12 Breakfast, 3 Dinner included.
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Transportation
Travel comfortably between destinations with included coach transportation.
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Sightseeing Tours
Guided sightseeing tours in San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Los Angeles, and San Diego, including special highlights like Hearst Castle and the Getty Museum.
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Special Experiences
Unique experiences such as a scenic train ride on Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner from Los Angeles to San Diego, wine tasting in Sonoma, and a visit to the Danish town of Solvang.
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Expert Guides
An expert Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides on this tour
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UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning natural beauty.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Some Meals
Not all meals are covered.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, minibar, and tips are not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary are available at an additional cost.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Yosemite National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily, 3 dinners
Accommodation
San Francisco:San Francisco Marriott MarquisNapa:Embassy Suites Napa ValleyYosemite National Park:Yosemite View LodgeMonterey:Hyatt Regency MontereySolvang:Hotel CorqueLos Angeles:Westin BonaventureSan Diego:Embassy Suites San Diego Bay
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will there be an escort accomanying this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking local guide on this tour.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years and above
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Will I know the names & details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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