California Explorer
Los Angeles, CA
If you are short on time but want to experience the sights and sounds of the Californian coastal tourist destinations, this tour provides it all. You will be on the go for 2 full days but the intensity of the travelling is compensated for by the stunning sights and sounds of Montery, Carmel, Santa Barbara, Malibu and Beverly Hills. We can arrange for an extended stay in San Francisco prior to the tour and extra days in LA at the end of the tour.
Highlights
- Monterey and Carmel sightseeing and shopping.
- Comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles including Beverly Hills, and Hollywood and the famous stars in the sidewalk (Walk of Fame).
- “All-American” Picnic at a surprise destination en route.
- Day 1 - San Francisco - Monterey / Carmel - Shell / Pismo Beach
- Day 2 - Central Coast - Santa Barbara - Malibu - Beverly Hills - Los Angeles
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Depart San Francisco this morning for the drive to the Monterey Peninsula, known for its magnificent homes and lovely beaches. In Monterey, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and famous Cannery Row. Then tour charming Carmelby- the-Sea, noted for its quaint houses, upscale art galleries and unique stores. In the afternoon your tour continues through Paso Robles, home of fine wineries. Overnight in a quaint Central California Coastal town.
Radisson Hotel Santa Maria
Welcome to beautiful Santa Barbara Wine Country! Radisson Hotel Santa Maria provides guests with a convenient location adjacent to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) and just half a mile from SR-135. Our pet-friendly Santa Maria, CA hotel also offers convenient access to nearby golf courses, Vandenberg Air Force Base and the Santa Maria Airport Business Park. Ask our knowledgeable front desk staff for tips on visiting nearby wineries like Cambria Estate Vineyards & Winery or Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard & Winery.
Journey south through the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara, where palmlined walkways border white sandy beaches. See an iconic California lifeguard tower as made famous in “Baywatch”. Upon arrival in Los Angeles, you’ll stop in Santa Monica, home to the “Finish Line” of Historic Route 66. Where you may enjoy an optional lunch on the pier or a beach bike ride. Your afternoon tour of “The City of Angels” continues with visits to Beverly Hills and Hollywood before arriving at your hotel.
Tour ends upon arrival at hotel at approximately 18:00 hours
- Monterey and Carmel sightseeing and shopping
- Comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles including Beverly Hills, and Hollywood and the famous stars in the sidewalk (Walk of Fame)
- “All-American” Picnic at a surprise destination en route
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