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California Bucketlist: Beach Lovers & Road Trip Summers (9 destinations)

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From San Francisco to San Diego
4.6
109 traveler reviews
  • Tall palm trees with a mountain backdrop and classic buildings.
  • Coastal landscape with a bridge and cliffs over the ocean.
  • Overhead view of a city with red-tiled roofs and lush greenery.
  • Vintage car driving on a palm-lined street with people walking nearby.
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  • Row of colorful Victorian houses with a city skyline in the background.
  • Famous large white letters spelling 'HOLLYWOOD' on a hill.
  • Scenic road lined with tall palm trees leading to a city skyline at sunset.
  • Modern cityscape with a red tram in front and palm trees lining the street.
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journaway DACH
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Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in German
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Francisco

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car ride on Powell-Hyde line
    • Visit Union Square
    • Drive down Lombard Street
    • View Golden Gate Bridge from Hyde terminus
    Landmarks
    Golden Gate Bridge
    Lombard Street
    Union Square
    Market Street
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  2. Day 2

    San Francisco

    Optional Activities

    • Maritime National Historical Park visit
    • Pier 39 sea lions viewing
    • Ghirardelli chocolate factory visit
    Landmarks
    Fisherman's Wharf
    Alcatraz Island
    Aquatic Park Pier
    Pier 39
    Maritime National Historical Park
    Ghirardelli chocolate factory
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  3. Day 3

    San Francisco to Santa Cruz

    Optional Activities

    • Silicon Valley detour and tech headquarters viewing
    • Beach Boardwalk exploration
    • Amusement park visit
    Landmarks
    Highway 1
    Silicon Valley
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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  4. Day 4

    Santa Cruz to Solvang

    Optional Activities

    • 17 Mile Drive
    • Lone Cypress viewing
    • Bixby Creek Bridge
    • Waterfall and beach viewing
    • Solvang exploration
    Landmarks
    17 Mile Drive
    Lone Cypress
    Bixby Creek Bridge
    Carmel Bay
    Solvang
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  5. Day 5

    Solvang to Santa Barbara

    Optional Activities

    • Solvang alleyway exploration
    • Santa Barbara beach promenade stroll
    • Beach relaxation
    • Beginner surfing
    Landmarks
    Santa Barbara
    Solvang
  6. Day 6

    Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

    Optional Activities

    • Beverly Hills visit
    • Mulholland Drive drive
    • Walk of Fame
    • Hollywood Sign viewing
    • Griffith Observatory visit
    Landmarks
    Beverly Hills
    Mulholland Drive
    Walk of Fame
    Hollywood Sign
    Griffith Observatory
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  7. Day 7

    Los Angeles

    Included Activities

    • Bike rental for Santa Monica exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Santa Monica Pier visit
    • Venice Beach exploration
    • Palisades Park cycling
    • Ocean Front Walk discovery
    • Muscle Beach viewing
    Landmarks
    Santa Monica Pier
    Venice Beach
    Palisades Park
    Muscle Beach
    Ocean Front Walk
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  8. Day 8

    Los Angeles to Oceanside

    Optional Activities

    • Venice Beach exploration
    • Malibu Beach visit
    • Oceanside water sports - kayaking, surfing, boating
    Landmarks
    Venice Beach
    Malibu Beach
    Oceanside
    Highway 1
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  9. Day 9

    Oceanside to San Diego

    Included Activities

    • Drive to San Diego
    • Visit San Diego Historic Park

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking in La Jolla
    • Explore La Jolla coastal landscape and sea caves
    • Mexican dining at local restaurants
    Landmarks
    La Jolla
    San Diego Historic Park
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  10. Day 10

    Oceanside to Palm Springs

    Optional Activities

    • Poolside relaxation
    • Dinner in town
    • Bar visit for cocktails
    Landmarks
    Palm Springs
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  11. Day 11

    Palm Springs to San Diego

  12. Day 12

    Return Home

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