USA Road Trip - The Best of Cali - G Adventures (9 Days From Los Angeles to Los Angeles)

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9 Days

Trip Starts

Los Angeles

Trip Finishes

Los Angeles

9 Day USA Road Trip - The Best of Cali Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: USA

Trip Operator

G Adventures

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Trip Style

18-to-Thirtysomethings

Budget

Affordable

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Pace

Moderate

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

NULH

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day USA Road Trip - The Best of Cali. California is the land of dreamers and schemers and we schemed up quite the adventure for you. Start in LA and travel north to San Francisco along the Pacific coast on this short nine-day trip. Then, head inland to see mighty Yosemite National Park and all of the beautiful hikes and views that landscape has to offer before driving back to southern California for an included surf lesson. Sounds like a win in our book!

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Group will depart Los Angeles in the morning and drive to Santa Monica. Walk the iconic Santa Monica pier this morning or spend some time cruising the shoreline. Not in the mood for the beach? That's cool, maybe consider visiting the Santa Monica farmers market to stock up on all sorts of local goodies. Grab a quick bite to eat for lunch in Santa Monica and travel northwest to San Luis Obispo for a quick detour to see the chewing gum alley and to grab any last minute provisions before heading to our campsite for the night. (D)

Drive up towards Santa Cruze and make a slight detour for the 17-Mile Drive along the Monterey Peninsula for some unforgettable coastal scenery of the Pacific Ocean. Later in the day set up camp in Santa Cruz. (B/L/D)

Join your CEO for a driving tour through some of San Francisco's most iconic highlights then hit the town on your own or join a sunset sail under the Golden Gate Bridge. (B)

Leave San Francisco behind this morning as you drive to Yosemite National Park. Along the way stop for some fresh produce at a farmer’s market in the central valley. Once in the park hike to Tuolumne Grove to see massive Giant Sequoias. Finish the day with a stop to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall en route to your camp for the night. Stay: Indian Flats Campground (D)

Yosemite Village is a great starting point for launching into your adventure. Your CEO will help you get oriented to visit the Ansel Adams gallery, Ahwahnee Museum and the Yosemite Visitor Center. Here you can start a valley hike or catch a free shuttle around the park. Stay: Indian Flats Campground (B/L/D)

Today is all about getting active and exploring the landscapes of Yosemite. Head out on a hike to Vernal or Nevada Falls or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley. This park is a hiker’s paradise filled with different options for every skill level. From miles of trekking to short walks featuring amazing views, you won’t have a hard time finding a trail to set out on and enjoy. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and make sure to take plenty of pictures. In the evening relax around the fire and swap stories with your group. Stay: Indian Flats Campground (B/L/D)

After the forests of Yosemite the beaches of southern California will be a welcome change for some time to relax and recharge. So suit up, grab a towel, find a volleyball, and live out those California beach fantasies with your friends. Stay: The Inn At Venice Beach (B)

Live the California dream as you wake up to the distant sound of waves crashing against the sand. Then, suit up and get ready for your surf lesson where you'll learn a thing or two about what it takes to make riding those waves look so easy. Afterwards, enjoy free time on Venice Beach to lounge in the sun, walk out to the pier, or find a beachfront cafe with a table outside for some people watching. Or choose to rent bikes or surf boards and continue the adventure. Your only dilemma today should be deciding which burrito place you want to eat at. Stay: The Inn At Venice Beach

Departure Day. Please book onward travel no earlier than 12pm.

Trip Inclusions

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Stops in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo
A ride along the scenic 17-Mile drive past Cypress forests
San Francisco orientation tour
Yosemite National Park visit
Surf lesson in southern California
Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions
Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Trip Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Built for young travellers ready to break free from the everyday grind, these trips bring together a safe and supportive group of like-minded people in their twenties and early thirties.

Connect on the First Night Out, explore with a Chief Experience Officer (CEO), enjoy free time, and celebrate unforgettable moments with new friends - without breaking the bank. Travel confidently, respectfully, and affordably.

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Action-packed and easy on the wallet, our 18-to-Thirtysomethings trips will have you living life to the absolute fullest. Staying in hotels, homestays, hostels, and the occasional tent or two, soak up the world on adventures that feature the perfect mix of cultural experiences and epic nights out.

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Day 1: Los Angeles - Santa Margarita

Day 2: Santa Margarita - Santa Cruz

Day 3: Santa Cruz - San Francisco

Day 4: San Francisco - Yosemite National Park

Day 5: Yosemite National Park

Day 6: Yosemite National Park

Day 7: Yosemite National Park - Venice Beach

Day 8: Venice Beach

Day 9: Venice Beach

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