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California Highlights

California Highlights (COWWAVB03)

Duration: 7 days (may vary)
Areas: USA
Tour types: Under 35's

Description

Featuring: California, Nevada

Tour itinerary

Day 1 Las Vegas to Yosemite Gateway

The Adventure Begins! Your tour begins this morning with a warm welcome from your Contiki road crew. Recount your Vegas adventures to your new Contiki buddies as we say "goodbye" to the deserts of Nevada and "hello" to the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.

Day 2 Yosemite National Park

Today, we will explore the magnificent Yosemite National Park, with its famous rock formations of El Capitan and Half Dome. When we arrive on the valley floor, you will have the opportunity to cycle or hike (seasonal and weather permitting) or simply soak up the atmosphere of one of America's treasured national parks.

Day 3 Yosemite Gateway to San Francisco

The City by the Bay. This city grooves! You will quickly fall in love with this place during your extensive city tour that includes The Golden Gate Bridge, North Beach, Golden Gate Park and Haight Ashbury - hippie central. This afternoon enjoy a sunset sailing adventure on San Francisco's Bay (optional/seasonal).

Day 4 San Francisco

First up, experience the home to the San Francisco Giants Baseball Club on a guided tour of the AT&T Ballpark. Then enjoy two days exploring this fascinating and diverse city, ride on one of the city's famous cable cars, shop in Union Square, bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, or take a walk down crooked Lombard Street - the world's "crookedest street". Get out your chopsticks and join us for dinner in Chinatown (optional).

Day 6 San Francisco to Carpinteria via Santa Barbara

Life's a Beach. Check out California's scenery as we head south to the beachside town of Santa Barbara where you'll feel like you are in the Mediterranean. The afternoon is yours to relax at the beach, visit the famous wharf or shop on State Street. We'll stay in a nearby coastal village tonight for the ultimate California experience.

Day 7 Carpinteria to Los Angeles (Anaheim)

I Love L.A…. This morning we will make the short drive to the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles! First stop is Hollywood Blvd where you'll see the world famous Hollywood sign, Mann's Chinese Theatre and the Walk of Fame. You'll have the option to get an insiders look at Hollywood and its classic theaters with an optional walking tour. All good things must come to an end and so on to Anaheim where our tour - not the friendships made - end this afternoon. Please Note: Do not book flights before 8:00pm.

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Accommodation & Meals:

  • 6 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
  • Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) - as per itinerary

Contiki Difference

  • Experienced Tour Manager and Driver
  • Modern air-conditioned coach
  • 2 States visited: California, Nevada

Included Highlights:

  • Mojave Desert: See the famous Joshua Trees.
  • Sierra Nevada Mountains: Relax in the beautiful mountain paradise of Bass Lake: swim, sunbathe and enjoy watersports! (seasonal).
  • Yosemite National Park: See the famous rock formations of El Capitan & Half Dome. See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls. Bike or hike around Yosemite Valley's Park trails (seasonal).
  • Chicago: City sightseeing tour.
  • San Francisco: See Golden Gate Park, North Beach & 'eclectic' Haight Ashbury. See the city's famous cable cars. See the famous row houses on Alamo Square. Cross the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate Bridges. Visit Fisherman's Wharf. Visit Chinatown. Guided tour of AT&T Park, home to the San Francisco Giants baseball team.
  • Santa Barbara / Carpinteria: Relax at the beach. See the Famous Wharf. Enjoy this vibrant beachside town.
  • Los Angeles (Anaheim): View the Hollywood Sign. See Mann's Chinese Theatre & Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
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