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3-Day California Coast Tour: Santa Barbara, San Francisco and Yosemite
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Want to discover the best of the West Coast over three memorable days? This unique tour by van or motorcoach will take you from Los Angeles to the must-see destinations of central and northern California: Santa Barbara, Solvang, Carmel, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park or Monterrey. Sit back and relax as you are transported from one fabulous California destination to the next!
Discover the most iconic highlights of California, as well as some lesser-known gems, on this 3-day tour from Los Angeles. Drive the renowned 17 Mile Drive, explore Santa Barbara, and visit Yosemite Valley National Park or Hearst Castle. Enjoy 2 nights of accommodation and a bay cruise in San Fransisco included.
Itinerary
LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – 17 MILE DRIVE – CARMEL
Old Mission Santa Barbara
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeSUMMER ROUTE: Depart 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.Solvang Visitor Center
30 minsAdmission Ticket Free(SUMMER) Continue to Solvang, a quaint Danish community to browse in the local shops.Cannery Row
30 minsAdmission Ticket Free(SUMMER) After our visit we visit the town of Carmel home to the actor Clint Eastwood.17-Mile Drive
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included(SUMMER) We head north to world famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coast line up close. (small vehicles will travel on route 1 only while full size coaches will travel through 17 mile drive exclusively) Enjoy some free time to stroll in town before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.Stearns Wharf
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWINTER ROUTE: Depart north up the spectacular California Coast to our first stop in Santa Barbara. We explore the heart of downtown at the "state street promenade" after enjoying the architectural beauty of the promenade we visit the beaches and Stearns wharf enjoying a beautiful view of the ocean.Old Mission Santa Barbara
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free(WINTER) We finish our visit to Santa Barbara at the Spanish Mission, and learn how these religious outposts were key to developing this entire region.Solvang
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free(WINTER) Our trip continues up to Solvang, a quaint community known as the "Danish capital of America." Here we enjoy the Danish style architecture while browsing local shops and restaurants.Silicon Valley
Admission Ticket Free(WINTER) After our lunch break we travel north through Silicon Valley before departing for our hotel for the evening.- AccommodationsSan Francisco – Springhill Suites by Marriot
SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWN
San Francisco City Hall
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour walking on the Lombard Street and then at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world-famous bay, under the Golden Gate Bridge and around the notorious Alcatraz Island.Downtown Sausalito
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWalk along the waterfront shops on cobbled sidewalks and enjoy the sunshine, sea air, and ambianceTwin Peaks
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeHead for the top of Twin Peaks. These two hills rise almost 1000 feet above the City and sit just about in its geographical center. This is the best San Francisco view.Chinatown
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeSan Francisco's Chinatown is the oldest one in North America and covers 24 city blocks. This neighborhood is one of the most popular attractions in San Francisco.- AccommodationsModesto – Best Western Palm Court Inn (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)Food And DrinksBreakfast
SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE – LOS ANGELES
Yosemite Valley
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedSUMMER 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.Yosemite Falls
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included(SUMMER) Continuation for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls.Cannery Row
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWINTER ROUTE: We start the day with a tour of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row. What was once a row of Sardine factories along the wharf is now a picturesque haven for people to enjoy a leisurely day while exploring its rich historyCarmel
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free(WINTER) We continue our tour of the beautiful California coast with a visit to the town of Carmel-by-the-sea, home to actor/director/mayor Clint Eastwood.17-Mile Drive
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included(WINTER) We will then travel south returning back to Los Angeles. On the way we will either travel along the California coast itself on scenic Route #1 (small vehicles only) or visit the Acclaimed 17-Mile drive (full size buses only) for a stunning view of the coast.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Bay cruise in San Francisco
Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
Sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carmel and San Francisco
Breakfast (2)
Entrance to Yosemite Park in Summer (April-October)
Professional tour guide
Wifi on bus only
2-night hotel accommodation including tax and Continental Breakfast
NOT INCLUDED
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Other meals
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Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings.
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person
Returns to original departure point at 7pm
Location
Address
2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, California, United States 93105-3611
Provider
Empire Vacations