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San Francisco, Yosemite, Pebble Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Laguna Beach, San Diego / Coastal California

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One of our handpicked itinerary recommendations for 2017

An iconic road trip through California’s highlights, including the dramatic cliffs of ‘Route 1’, the deep valleys and waterfalls of Yosemite and the bright lights of San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego.

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San Francisco, Yosemite, Pebble Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Laguna Beach, San Diego /Itinerary

Coastal California

15nights

Day /1-2

San Francisco

Fly to San Francisco, on arrival transfer to the Fairmont San Francisco for a 2 night stay. Dominated by the Golden Gate Bridge and views of Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is a city full of surprises. Ride the historic cable cars chugging through the neighbourhoods; explore the waterfront marketplace of Fisherman’s Wharf – fishing boats, basking sea lions, clam chowder and sourdough French bread bakeries. Shoppers will be in their element at Union Square, where evenings are spent dining in trend setting Michelin starred restaurants and world renowned opera and ballets. (RO)

Fairmont San Francisco Hotel

Day /3-4

Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park

Collect your hire car and drive to Yosemite National Park for a 2 night stay at The Majestic Yosemite Hotel. Explore over 1,000 square miles of outstanding natural beauty, encompassing Alpine meadows, sheer valleys, towering granite peaks and thundering waterfalls. Discover some of the Park’s huge diversity of species, from black bear and bobcats to the Sierra Nevada Red Fox. (RO)

The Majestic Yosemite Hotel

Day /5-6

Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach

Drive back to the coast for a 2 night stay at Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach Resorts®. Relish the spectacular vistas whilst teeing off on one of the five world class courses. Other recreations beyond the fairways include tennis, surfing, horse-riding and paddle-boarding. Cruise along the 17 Mile Drive – one of the most beautiful drives in the world. (BB)

Casa Palmero™ at Pebble Beach

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Pismo Beach

Pismo Beach

Continue along Highway One to San Luis Obispo for an overnight stay at Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa (RO)

Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa

Day /8-9

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Drive to Santa Barbara where the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore awaits for a 2 night stay. Known as the American Riviera, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara’s Mediterranean style charm will tempt at every turn. Leafy lined streets with designer boutiques, a tantalising food and wine scene with an array of outdoor adventures from surfing, golf and vineyard tours. (RO)

Four Seasons The Biltmore

Day /10-11

Santa Monica

Santa Monica

Follow the coastline South to Santa Monica for a 2 night stay at Casa Del Mar. Bounded by a three mile beach and covering eight walkable square miles, Santa Monica enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year and is LA’s beachside city. Ride the only solar powered Pacific Wheel on the lively Santa Monica Pier, beachside activities include surfing, beachfront yoga and cycling along the twenty two mile South Bay Bicycle Trail. Santa Monica has 120 museums and art galleries merging urban and beach culture in addition to over 400 restaurants, some with world renowned chefs and lively nightlife scene. (RO)

Casa Del Mar

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Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach

Drive to Dana Point, stay at The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel for 2 nights. Southern California’s premier seaside artist haven – quaint cottages, subtropical gardens and sandy coves, stretching along a seven-mile scenic coastline. Encounter a glorious array of marine life including blue whales and dolphins in their natural habitat at Dana Point, considered the whale capital of the world. (RO)

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

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San Diego

San Diego

Continue along Highway 5 to San Diego for a 2 night stay at The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel. Rich in colourful Mexican influences, San Diego is famed not only for its zoo but also for the pristine sands of Coronad, La Jolla and innumerable attractions including the historic Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, LEGOLAND California and the Del Mar race track where Seabiscuit claimed victory in the infamous race of 1938.(RO)

The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel

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Return to London

Return your hire car to San Diego Airport for the return flight to the UK

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