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Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks featuring San Diego and California’s Central Coast (San Diego, CA to Los Angeles, CA) (2026)

10 days
From San Diego to Los Angeles
4.5 (954 reviews)
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Plan your adventure:
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Diego

    San Diego
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown)
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    San Diego

    San Diego
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner with fellow travelers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of San Diego neighborhoods including downtown, Balboa Park, Coronado Island, and Old Town San Diego
    • Tour of San Diego's old town to learn about the birthplace of California
    Landmarks
    Balboa Park
    Coronado Island
    Old Town San Diego
  3. Day 3

    San Diego to Los Angeles

    San Diego to Los Angeles
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Walking food tour lunch in Carlsbad), Dinner (Casual meal at Grand Central Market)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza)

    Included Activities

    • Harbor cruise of San Diego Bay
    • Walking food tour of Carlsbad with lunch included
    • Evening walk through Grand Central Market with Tour Manager
    Landmarks
    San Diego Bay
    Carlsbad
    Grand Central Market
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Los Angeles

    Los Angeles
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza)

    Included Activities

    • Combination bus and walking tour of Los Angeles
    • Photo stop at Frank Gehry's Walt Disney Concert Hall
    • Visit the Bradbury Building
    • Stop at Griffith Observatory for panoramic city views and Hollywood sign viewing
    • Stroll along the Walk of Fame to Grauman's Chinese Theatre
    • Visit the Dolby Theatre (Academy Awards venue)
    • View the iconic Beverly Hills sign
    • Pass by other landmarks on return to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at the Original Farmers Market (on your own)
    Landmarks
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    Bradbury Building
    Griffith Observatory
    Hollywood Sign
    Walk of Fame
    Grauman's Chinese Theatre
    Dolby Theatre
    Beverly Hills Sign
    Rodeo Drive
    Original Farmers Market
  5. Day 5

    Los Angeles to Pismo Beach

    Los Angeles to Pismo Beach
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach)

    Included Activities

    • Self-guided tour of the Old Mission of Santa Barbara

    Optional Activities

    • Free time in Santa Barbara to explore Spanish colonial architecture
    Landmarks
    Old Mission of Santa Barbara
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Pismo Beach

    Pismo Beach
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach)

    Optional Activities

    • Hearst Castle optional excursion including guided tour of the Grand Rooms, gardens, pools, elephant seal rookery visit, and lunch
    Landmarks
    Hearst Castle
  7. Day 7

    Pismo Beach to Visalia

    Pismo Beach to Visalia
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a Paso Robles vineyard and winery with locally produced wine tasting)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Visalia Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch at a Paso Robles vineyard and winery with local wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Paso Robles Wine Region
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Visalia

    Visalia
    Meals
    Lunch (Picnic lunch at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks), Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Visalia)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Visalia Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of General Grant tree at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    • Learn about park ecology, flora, fauna, and Native American history
    • Visit the General Sherman tree (largest tree in the world)
    • Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Visalia
    Landmarks
    General Grant Tree
    General Sherman Tree
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
  9. Day 9

    Visalia to Los Angeles

    Visalia to Los Angeles
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Getty Center with views of private collection, architecture, gardens, and city views
    Landmarks
    Getty Center
    Santa Monica Mountains
  10. Day 10

    Tour End

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Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Collette

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Rating
4.5 (954 reviews)
Response time
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Response rate
92%
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Reviews from other tours by Collette

  • Arlene5.0July 2026
    It was an amazing experience! Julie Rolleman was the best tour guide! Her knowledge, personable nature, efficiency...
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  • Margaret5.0June 2026
    wonderful scenery and excellent information from tour leader
  • Margaret5.0June 2026
    Wonderful scenery enhansed by info from Seth

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  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before December 1st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 1st, 2026, a minimum payment of $349 is required to confirm your booking with Collette. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Collette will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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