Do you know if this tour will definitely go ahead?

Departing on 09-May-2026 is not yet a definite departure. At this stage there is no way to determine if it will become a definite departure since the status depends on the number of booked passengers.

Do you have any similar tours for the first two weeks of June 2025?

As you are not eligible for Contiki trips, we would like to recommend our sister brand, which offers experiences tailored to families like your brother's and is similar to the trip you preferred.

How late does the tour end on the final day?

The trip concludes approximately at 11:00 AM on the last day.

What time does the tour begin on the first day?

The tour kick-start on the first day is approximately at 7:30 AM. We recommend booking a pre-hotel night.

Could you see how booked the trip is? Is there a guarantee the trip will run if I book now and book my own flight? Can flights also be booked through you? Are there transfer options from airport to hotel in LA?

At this point, we cannot predict when it will become a definite departure, as it depends on the number of booked passengers. We need to meet the required group size. We advise against making non-refundable flight arrangements until the trip is confirmed. Contiki does not provide transfers, so guests will need to arrange their own transportation. Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring participants to be between 18-35 years old.

How much spending money should I bring for the trip?

It's advisable to budget for additional activities and meals not included in the tour. Please refer to our itinerary for detailed information on optional experiences and their costs.

Is there a Facebook group for connecting with fellow travellers?

There is no designated Facebook group for this tour, but you are encouraged to connect with your fellow travellers during the trip.

Can I have a single room with a private bathroom?

A single room includes a private bathroom in all our accommodations throughout your trip.

Do I receive any travel documents?

Yes, all travel documents including vouchers will be emailed to you about 2 weeks prior to your departure.

What should I do if I arrive early in Los Angeles?

A pre-night accommodation is recommended due to the early start on the first day.

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LA to the Bay

11 days

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From Los Angeles to San Francisco

4.8

24 reviews

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The trip was a great experience thanks to Emily's friendliness and ability to adapt to each situation.
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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Los Angeles
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at Farmers Market, a legendary LA food hall with local small businesses offering diverse cuisines)
Accommodation
Hotel (Kawada Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Lunch at Farmers Market
- Visit Beverly Hills
- Visit TCL Chinese Theatre
- Explore Santa Monica
Landmarks
TCL Chinese Theatre
Beverly Hills
Santa Monica Pier
Farmers Market
Day 2
Los Angeles to San Diego
Accommodation
Hotel (Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel Pacific Coast Highway
- Stop at white sand beach
- Explore Gas Lamp District
Landmarks
Pacific Coast Highway
Gas Lamp District
Day 3
San Diego to Phoenix
Meals
Dinner (Arizonan BBQ dinner at Rustler's Rooste)
Accommodation
Hotel (Days Inn by Wyndham Mesa (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dinner at Rustler's Rooste
Landmarks
Phoenix
Day 4
Phoenix to The Grand Canyon
Meals
Breakfast (Champagne breakfast provided during hot air balloon ride)
Accommodation
Hotel (Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hot air balloon ride over Valley of the Sun
- Champagne breakfast
- Watch Grand Canyon sunset
Landmarks
Grand Canyon
Day 5
The Grand Canyon
Accommodation
Hotel (Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike through Grand Canyon
Optional Activities
- Helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon
Landmarks
Grand Canyon National Park
South Rim
Day 6
The Grand Canyon to Las Vegas
Accommodation
Hotel (The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar))
Included Activities
- Tour of the Strip
- Photo stop at Vegas sign
- Fremont Street light and laser show
Landmarks
Las Vegas Strip
Vegas Sign
Fremont Street
Day 7
Las Vegas
Accommodation
Hotel (The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Bellagio fountain
- Venetian gondola ride
- Visit Egyptian pyramid
- Elvis impersonator wedding ceremony
- Night out with crew
Landmarks
Bellagio Fountain
The Venetian
Luxor Hotel
Day 8
Las Vegas to Oakhurst via Barstow
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop at In-N-Out Burger
- Travel to Oakhurst
Optional Activities
- Swimming at hotel pool
Landmarks
Oakhurst
Day 9
Oakhurst (Including Yosemite National Park)
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar))
Included Activities
- Yosemite National Park orientation
- Explore Yosemite Valley
Optional Activities
- Mountain biking in Yosemite
- Swimming at hotel pool
Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Half Dome
El Capitan
Cook's Meadow
Day 10
Oakhurst to San Francisco
Meals
Dinner (Included dinner in San Francisco with group)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Zephyr (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore San Francisco
- Included dinner in San Francisco
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Fisherman's Wharf
Day 11
San Francisco

Landmarks
TCL Chinese Theatre
Beverly Hills
Santa Monica Pier
Farmers Market

Landmarks
Pacific Coast Highway
Gas Lamp District

Landmarks
Phoenix

Landmarks
Grand Canyon

Landmarks
Grand Canyon National Park
South Rim

Landmarks
Las Vegas Strip
Vegas Sign
Fremont Street

Landmarks
Bellagio Fountain
The Venetian
Luxor Hotel

Landmarks
Oakhurst

Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Half Dome
El Capitan
Cook's Meadow

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Fisherman's Wharf

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Meals
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Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Kawada Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle (or similar)
Hotel
day 2
Days Inn by Wyndham Mesa (or similar)
Hotel
day 3
Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5
The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar)
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Hotel Zephyr (or similar)
Hotel
day 10

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Contiki

Platinum Operator

Rating: 4.7(6,248 reviews)
Response time: 10 hours
Response rate: 88%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.8

Overall rating based on 24 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
4.9
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.5
Food
4.3
Tour Operator
4.7

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Mikkel
October 3rd, 2024
It was a good trip with a lot of fun outdoor activities.
Traveled in September 2024
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for taking this adventure with us.
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Ellie
October 24th, 2022
This was an amazing tour! Emily was brilliant she had loads of recommendations in all of the places we stopped in and...
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
We love creating experiences that our guests will treasure forever, and no one does this as well as our team of dedicated Trip Manager. Therefore, we are thrilled your Trip Manager’s enthusiasm left you with a memorable trip full of joy and laughter. We hope to welcome you again soon on Contiki for your next trip.
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Kaci
October 22nd, 2022
Emily was amazing! She was organized and fun and always a step ahead to ensure things ran smoothly. She made the trip...
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for your feedback during your LA to the Bay trip. It’s great to read that our Trip Manager made you feel at home while providing you with an exhilarating adventure and sharing their expert knowledge, insider tips, local secrets, and top recommendations. We look forward to having you join us again soon for another unforgettable Contiki trip.
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JustinAviet
October 21st, 2022
Emily, has been an amazing tour guide her friendliness and ability to be adaptive in each situation, to ensure each...
Emily, has been an amazing tour guide her friendliness and ability to be adaptive in each situation, to ensure each individual is satisfied has been awesome to watch. The driver (Markus) and Emily worked really well together which added so much value to trip. Emily was always open to having a chat and support where needed to ensure the tour was a great experience. Thank you Emily for playing a large part in making this a trip, of a life time!Show more
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
We appreciate your positive review and thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It's great to read that our Trip Manager shared their passion for travel with you, as it is an essential part of making it a memorable trip. Our Coach Drivers have intense training on making the safety and reliability their top priority to ensure our valuable travellers are safe. Having a safe and reliable driver makes a big difference in the enjoyment of a trip. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for your next journey to Contiki.
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Mathewking
October 21st, 2022
I had the pleasure of travelling with Emily and my god it was by far THE best experience I have ever had. The trip...
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for your feedback during your trip. Our Trip Manager always strives to bring to life the most memorable trips for our guests, so it's great to hear that this is what you experienced. Even so, we are without a doubt happy to have been given the opportunity to host you with Contiki and we hope to welcome you back to travel with us again soon.
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TianaJaneTurner
October 21st, 2022
I recently completed a Contiki tour with Emily titled 'LA to the Bay'. Emily's attention to detail is impeccable in...
I recently completed a Contiki tour with Emily titled 'LA to the Bay'. Emily's attention to detail is impeccable in everything she does. Throughout the trip, Emily ensured that everyone was accommodated and having a good time. While keeping it professional, Emily had fun with us all, and I always felt safe in her care. There are no words to describe how grateful I am for Emily's service, and I look forward to crossing paths with her again in the future.Show more
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for sharing your photos and glowing feedback during your LA to the Bay trip. We understand the importance of having a fantastic Trip Manager working with our guests to deliver incredible journeys, and we are beyond thrilled to know that they created such a fun and caring atmosphere. We will happily pass your feedback to our Operations team to ensure the Trip Manager receives your thanks and praise. Even so, we are without a doubt happy to have been given the opportunity to host you on Contiki and we hope to welcome you back to travel with us again soon.
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JamesCameron
October 20th, 2022
Fantastic tour! Great organisation from Emily, who helped us keep on track and answered our many questions, while...
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for your amazing review. It’s great to learn that your Trip Manager made such a positive impression and that you had an incredible journey. We hope to see you on another Contiki adventure soon.
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Amanda
October 19th, 2022
Was informative and knowledgeable about the areas visited. Food recommendations were appreciated throughout the trip.
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us at Contiki. We're thrilled you had such an unforgettable journey, and we are glad to learn that you found the trip informative about the destination. We hope you have returned home with many fantastic memories and will be travelling with us again soon.
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David
October 19th, 2022
Had an amazing experience on this tour, largely due to how good Emily was - definitely the best in the business
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for reviewing your Contiki experience with us. We are thrilled that your Travel Director made such a positive impression and made the trip fun and adventurous. We're delighted you had such an incredible adventure and look forward to travelling with you in the future.
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Yvonne
October 18th, 2022
Thank you so much for making this trip unforgetable and amazing! Lots of love and all the best! 🧡
Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for sharing your review. We're delighted you had such an incredible journey and that our team was able to make this experience so seamless. We are incredibly pleased that we could help you create unforgettable memories and hope you made many new friendships during your trip.
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C
Colleen
Asked on November 28th, 2025
Do you know if this tour will definitely go ahead?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2025
  Departing on 09-May-2026 is not yet a definite departure. At this stage there is no way to determine if it will become a definite departure since the status depends on the number of booked passengers.
- C
  Colleen
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Do you know of any alternative companies that offer a similar trip starting in LA and finishing in San Francisco?
- C
  Colleen
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Is there a twinshare option that would make it cheaper?
- C
  Colleen
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  What is the age range for the Costsaver trip? I'm worried about being the oldest on the trip at 35.
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2025
  Costsaver trips generally attract a broader mix of travelers. While you may find some older guests, it's not exclusively 65+ groups. Groups often include solo travelers, couples, and friends across different age brackets.
A
Audrey
Asked on March 29th, 2025
Do you have any similar tours for the first two weeks of June 2025?
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  As you are not eligible for Contiki trips, we would like to recommend our sister brand, which offers experiences tailored to families like your brother's and is similar to the trip you preferred.
A
Angela
Asked on March 1st, 2025
How late does the tour end on the final day?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The trip concludes approximately at 11:00 AM on the last day.
A
Abdesslem
Asked on February 9th, 2025
What time does the tour begin on the first day?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  The tour kick-start on the first day is approximately at 7:30 AM. We recommend booking a pre-hotel night.
C
Chelsea
Asked on January 20th, 2025
Could you see how booked the trip is? Is there a guarantee the trip will run if I book now and book my own flight? Can flights also be booked through you? Are there transfer options from airport to hotel in LA?
Age Range
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  At this point, we cannot predict when it will become a definite departure, as it depends on the number of booked passengers. We need to meet the required group size. We advise against making non-refundable flight arrangements until the trip is confirmed. Contiki does not provide transfers, so guests will need to arrange their own transportation. Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring participants to be between 18-35 years old.
J
Jean-François
Asked on January 13th, 2025
How much spending money should I bring for the trip?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  It's advisable to budget for additional activities and meals not included in the tour. Please refer to our itinerary for detailed information on optional experiences and their costs.
M
Magali
Asked on December 24th, 2024
Is there a Facebook group for connecting with fellow travellers?
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  There is no designated Facebook group for this tour, but you are encouraged to connect with your fellow travellers during the trip.
F
Francoise
Asked on November 3rd, 2024
Can I have a single room with a private bathroom?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
  A single room includes a private bathroom in all our accommodations throughout your trip.
P
Puck
Asked on October 27th, 2024
Do I receive any travel documents?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, all travel documents including vouchers will be emailed to you about 2 weeks prior to your departure.
N
Nicolas
Asked on July 26th, 2024
What should I do if I arrive early in Los Angeles?
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  A pre-night accommodation is recommended due to the early start on the first day.

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- 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.
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- For any tour departing before July 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. 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 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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