Itinerary
- Day 1
San Francisco
You'll arrive in San Francisco and pick up your rental car, then head to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day getting settled and familiarizing yourself with the neighborhood. You're staying 2 nights here, so there's no rush to do everything today.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
- Day 2
San Francisco
This is your day to explore San Francisco on your own schedule. The Golden Gate Bridge is a must-see, and you can walk or bike across it. Head over to Chinatown for lunch and some wandering around the narrow streets, then swing by Union Square for shopping. End the afternoon at Fisherman's Wharf and grab fresh seafood for dinner while watching the water.
Included Activities
- Explore Golden Gate Bridge
- Visit Chinatown
- Shop at Union Square
- Visit Fisherman's Wharf
Landmarks Golden Gate Bridge Chinatown Union Square Fisherman's Wharf 
- Day 3
San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
You'll drive east across the Oakland Bay Bridge and head through farmland toward Yosemite National Park. The drive covers about 320 km and takes most of the day. Check in when you arrive and rest up for tomorrow's exploration of the park.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cross Oakland Bay Bridge
- Drive through farmland to Yosemite
Landmarks Oakland Bay Bridge Yosemite National Park 
- Day 4
Yosemite National Park to Mammoth Lakes
Spend the day seeing what Yosemite has to offer, from the massive waterfalls and granite formations to the tall redwoods and alpine lakes. You can hike some trails or just drive through to take in the views. After exploring, drive about 230 km south to Mammoth Lakes for your overnight stay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Yosemite National Park waterfalls
- View granite rocks and rock monoliths
- Experience redwood trees and alpine landscapes
Landmarks Yosemite National Park 
- Day 5
Mammoth Lakes to Death Valley
Drive approximately 335 km south toward Death Valley, a desert landscape that's striking in its own way, with the valley floor reaching about 90 m below sea level. You'll check in at The Ranch at Death Valley and settle in for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Death Valley landscape
Landmarks Death Valley - Day 6
Death Valley to Las Vegas
Head out early for the 200 km drive to Las Vegas. Once you arrive in the evening, check into your hotel and take a walk down the Strip. The lights and energy are worth experiencing right away, and you've got 2 nights here to take it all in.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- View the Las Vegas Strip lights
Landmarks The Strip 
- Day 7
Las Vegas
You have the full day to check out the Vegas Strip at your own pace. Walk through the themed hotels and casinos, visit the Venetian to see the canals and Italian architecture, catch the fountain show at the Bellagio, or ride the 167 m high observation wheel for city views. Grab dinner and catch one of the shows in the evening.
Included Activities
- Stroll the Strip
- Visit the Venetian
- Watch Bellagio fountain show
- Ride the Ferris wheel (167 m high)
Optional Activities
- Attend an imaginative show
Landmarks The Strip The Venetian Bellagio High Roller Ferris Wheel - Day 8
Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park
Leave Las Vegas and drive about 440 km through valleys and canyons to reach the Grand Canyon. The landscape changes dramatically as you get closer. Check into your hotel near the park for a 2-night stay and catch the sunset if you have time.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Experience the Grand Canyon views
Landmarks Grand Canyon - Day 9
Grand Canyon National Park
Start early to watch the sunrise over the canyon, which paints the rock walls in reds, yellows, and oranges as the light comes up. Spend the day visiting different viewpoints, either by walking to them or taking the shuttle bus. The views really don't get old throughout the day.
Included Activities
- View the Grand Canyon sunrise
- Access viewpoints on foot or via shuttle bus
Landmarks Grand Canyon - Day 10
Grand Canyon to Lake Havasu
Drive about 375 to 400 km west toward Lake Havasu, passing through Kingman where you can stop at the Route 66 Museum if you're interested in the road's history. Arrive in Lake Havasu for an overnight stay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cross historic Route 66 at Kingman
Optional Activities
- Visit Route 66 Museum in Kingman
Landmarks Route 66 Museum Lake Havasu - Day 11
Lake Havasu to Los Angeles
Head west toward Los Angeles, covering about 485 km. Joshua Tree National Park is along the way if you want to make a stop. You'll reach Los Angeles in the evening and check into your hotel for a 2-night stay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Stop at Joshua Tree National Park
Landmarks Joshua Tree National Park 
- Day 12
Los Angeles
You've got the full day in Los Angeles to do what interests you most. Theme parks, beaches, museums, or hiking are all options depending on what you're looking for. It's a big city, so pick a few things rather than trying to do everything.
Optional Activities
- Visit Disneyland
- Visit Universal Studios
- Visit Six Flags rollercoaster park
- Visit Venice Beach
- Visit Santa Monica
Landmarks Disneyland Universal Studios Six Flags Venice Beach Santa Monica - Day 13
Los Angeles to Morro Bay or San Simeon
Drive north about 370 km along the California coast, which is one of the prettier stretches of highway in the state. Stop in Santa Barbara, sometimes called the American Riviera, and walk around town. You'll see why artists and wine lovers are drawn here. Spend the night in San Simeon or Morro Bay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Drive along beautiful coast
- Explore Santa Barbara on the American Riviera
Landmarks Santa Barbara Morro Bay San Simeon 
- Day 14
San Simeon or Morro Bay to Monterey
Continue north about 180 km to Monterey, stopping in Solvang on the way. This small town has a Danish character that's a bit quirky, and the vineyards around it are nice to see. Arrive in Monterey for a 1-night stay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Stop in Solvang and explore the Danish-style town
Landmarks Solvang Monterey - Day 15
Monterey to San Francisco
Drive the final 185 km back to San Francisco to complete your road trip. Return your rental car to finish up, and you'll have covered a lot of California on this journey.
Included Activities
- Return to San Francisco
