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Best of California (Classic, 9 Days)

9 days
From San Francisco to Los Angeles
4.8
7 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Francisco

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner with wine at hotel with Travel Director and fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Dinner with wine at hotel
    Landmarks
    San Francisco International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    San Francisco

    Included Activities

    • Cable car ride along picturesque streets
    • Cable Car Museum visit in Nob Hill neighborhood
    • Golden Gate Park visit
    • Golden Gate Bridge walk to Sausalito
    • Ferry ride back to San Francisco

    Optional Activities

    • Golden Gate Bridge Walk & Sausalito extended tour - Stroll across the 1.7 mile span of the Golden Gate Bridge, learn about its engineering history, visit charming shops in Sausalito, have lunch along the bay, and enjoy a ferry cruise passing Alcatraz Island. Approx. duration: 3.5 hours. Adult Price: $39.00
    Landmarks
    Cable Car Museum
    Golden Gate Park
    Golden Gate Bridge
    Sausalito
    Alcatraz Island
  3. Day 3

    Yosemite National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Ranger-led valley floor tour of Yosemite Valley
    • Viewing of El Capitan and Half Dome rock formations
    • Viewing of Yosemite waterfalls including Yosemite Falls
    Landmarks
    Yosemite National Park
    El Capitan
    Half Dome
    Yosemite Falls
    Sierra Nevada
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  4. Day 4

    Monterey

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Merced Fruit Barn to explore diverse produce
    • Farmer's agricultural tour of heirloom artichoke farm in Salinas
    Landmarks
    Merced Fruit Barn
    San Joaquin Valley
    Salinas
    Cannery Row
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  5. Day 5

    Monterey

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dine-Around Evening with choice of three local restaurants)

    Included Activities

    • Drive along Pacific Coast Highway
    • 17-Mile Drive across Monterey Peninsula
    • Stop at Pebble Beach
    • Stop at Lone Cypress
    • Stop at Seal and Bird Rocks
    • Free time in Carmel-by-the-Sea
    • Dine-Around Evening with choice of three local restaurants
    Landmarks
    Carmel-by-the-Sea
    Pacific Coast Highway
    Monterey Peninsula
    17-Mile Drive
    Pebble Beach
    Lone Cypress
    Seal and Bird Rocks
  6. Day 6

    Santa Barbara

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with wine at Opal Restaurant & Bar, serving eclectic California cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour and wine tasting at Paso Robles winery
    • Walk along State Street
    • Visit Spanish-Colonial County Courthouse
    • Dinner with wine at Opal Restaurant & Bar
    Landmarks
    Paso Robles
    State Street
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
  7. Day 7

    Los Angeles

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mission Santa Barbara
    • Local Expert walking tour of Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, Canals and Walkways
    Landmarks
    Mission Santa Barbara
    Venice Beach
    Muscle Beach
    Santa Monica
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  8. Day 8

    Los Angeles

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration Dinner with wine at Nick and Stef's Steakhouse, named 'Best Steakhouse in the Country' by the Food Network)

    Included Activities

    • Ride historic Angel's Flight Railway in Downtown Los Angeles
    • Private guided visit of Los Angeles Theatre
    • Visit Hollywood and Highland observation decks for Hollywood sign views
    • Walk Hollywood Walk of Fame
    • View TCL Chinese Theatre
    • Drive along Sunset Strip
    • Walk along Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills
    • Your Choice experience: Petersen Automotive Museum OR Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
    • Celebration Dinner with wine at Nick and Stef's Steakhouse
    Landmarks
    Angel's Flight Railway
    Los Angeles Theatre
    Hollywood and Highland
    Hollywood Walk of Fame
    TCL Chinese Theatre
    Sunset Strip
    Rodeo Drive
    Petersen Automotive Museum
    Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
    Hollywood Sign
  9. Day 9

    Los Angeles to Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extend your stay in Los Angeles
    Landmarks
    Los Angeles International Airport
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4.8
Overall rating based on 7 Reviews
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  • Guide
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    November 15th, 2019
    4.5
    Great trip overall. Too little time in Yosemite. Disappointed that our bus couldn't drive on the PCH from Monterrey...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing this with us, it is brilliant to read about your experience on the Best of California tour with Insight Vacations. We are very pleased to know that your Travel Director’s passion and knowledge of Italy set the tone for an amazing atmosphere throughout the trip. That being said, we truly look forward to exploring more of the world with you soon.
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  • Best of California (Classic, 9 Days) reviewer 2
    October 17th, 2019
    4.5
    I normally travel on my own, but this time, I decided to go with Insight Vacations, as the tour looked great and I...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    It certainly pleases us to learn that Jason went above and beyond to make your time in the United States a memorable one. Also, we are very happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience on the road. Furthermore, we truly look forward to welcoming you back soon to explore more amazing destinations.
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    September 1st, 2019
    5
    We had a really enjoyable bus tour. Great variety in the locations, really nice weather and it is a great way to see...
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  • L
    August 2nd, 2019
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    Everything was amazing! We went to great places and saw a lot. The tour guide and bus driver were the best! I was so...
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    Traveled in June 2019
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    We are very pleased to hear that your time on the Best of California tour was a memorable one. On top of that, we hope that you were able to go back home with some amazing memories and we look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
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    June 25th, 2019
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    It was my first time to USA and I decided to travel with Insight Vacations as I have great experience with this...
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    August 27th, 2017
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    The success of any tour depends on the itinerary,the tour director and coach driver. My recent tour had the best of...
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    June 15th, 2017
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    We had an amazing experience with Darren, our driver and Anandji, our director on the Best of California tour. We got...
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