Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks featuring San Diego and California’s Central Coast
From $5,399.00 CAD
From soaring redwoods to cultural meccas and verdant valleys, explore the rich sights, sounds, and tastes of California. Wander through a forest of some of the world’s largest trees at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Dive into history in San Diego and into the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles. Discover a centuries-old mission in Santa Barbara and go on a walking food tour in the charming coastal town of Carlsbad. Savor a glass of locally produced wine and lunch at a Paso Robles vineyard.
MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS
- Explore Old Mission Santa Barbara, often referred to as "Queen of the Missions."
- Learn about the largest trees on the planet from a local guide at Sequoia and Kings National Parks.
- Celebrate the boundless spirit of human creativity at the Getty Center in Los Angeles.
CULINARY INCLUSIONS
- Explore seaside Carlsbad on a walking food tour for lunch.
- Try some locally produced wine during lunch at a Paso Robles vineyard and winery.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
- Learn about the "birthplace of California" during a tour of San Diego's old town.
- Enjoy the many facets of Los Angeles, including Hollywood and the multicultural fabric of this amazing city.
HOTELS
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown, San Diego, CA
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza, Los Angeles, CA
- Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach
- Visalia Marriott, Visalia, CA
- Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA
INCLUDED
- 10 Days
- 9 Nights
- 7 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches
- 4 Dinners
Itinerary
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San Diego, California - Tour Begins
From the cosmopolitan, cultural cities of San Diego and Los Angeles to the laid-back, beachy vibes of California’s Central Coast and the awe-inspiring scenery of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, this journey has it all. Your tour opens in San Diego, known for its seaside location and idyllic climate.
Accommodation: Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown -
San Diego
This morning, join a local guide for a tour through the city’s diverse neighborhoods, including downtown, the Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, Coronado Island, and Old Town San Diego. The afternoon is yours to experience San Diego at your leisure. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Meal included: Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation: Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza -
San Diego - Carlsbad - Los Angeles
Start the day on a harbor cruise of San Diego Bay. Cruise beside playful sea lions, Navy ships, and beautiful architecture while hearing fascinating stories that link the city’s past and present. Later, head north to the coastal town of Carlsbad, where you’ll explore the town center on a walking food tour for lunch. This afternoon, arrive in Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world.
Meal included: Breakfast & LunchAccommodation: Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza -
Los Angeles
Today, explore the City of Angels on a combination bus/walking tour. Walk through the bustling Grand Central Market – a favorite with locals – and see the famed Bradbury Building, an ornate architectural landmark featured in several films. Take in the Hollywood Bowl and stroll along the Walk of Fame to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Get a close-up look at the iconic Beverly Hills sign and soak in the glitz and glamour of Rodeo Drive. After lunch on your own at the Farmers Market, explore more sights, including the La Brea Tar Pits, the world’s only actively excavated Ice Age fossil site found in the middle of a city.
Meal included: Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation: Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach -
Los Angeles - Santa Barbara - Pismo Beach
Today, head to California’s Central Coast. Stop for a tour of the Old Mission of Santa Barbara, the tenth of 21 Spanish Missions founded by the Franciscans and the only one the friars still occupy. Enjoy the gorgeous grounds of the “Queen of the Missions,” the gardens, cemetery, and chapel. Later, enjoy free time in this beautiful city, admiring its Spanish colonial architecture and small-town atmosphere. Arrive this afternoon in Pismo Beach, another Central Coast gem, and your home for two nights.
Meal included: Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation: Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach -
Visalia
Today, head to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in the southern Sierra Nevada, where a local guide will join you. See the General Grant tree on a guided walking tour. On the way to your picnic lunch spot, learn about the park’s ecology, flora, fauna, and history, including Native American history. This afternoon, visit the largest tree in the world, the General Sherman tree, on a half-mile walking tour. Then, it’s your choice! Continue with your local guide -OR- take a brisk hike with your Tour Manager along the Congress Trail. Back in Visalia, join your travel companions for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. This day is sure to be the highlight of your California adventure!
Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & LunchAccommodation: Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport -
Visalia - Los Angeles
This morning, bid farewell to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada range and head south to Los Angeles for a final night. But first, visit the Getty Center, nestled on a hilltop in the Santa Monica Mountains. This world-famous museum is known for its private collection, with something here for everyone: fine art, impressive architecture, lush gardens, and spectacular city views.
Meal included: Breakfast -
Los Angeles - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today.
Meal included: Breakfast
