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USA Road Trip: Highway 1 and San Fran Sun

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 Trip Length
4 Days
 Trip Starts
Los Angeles
 Trip Finishes
San Francisco
4 Day USA Road Trip: Highway 1 and San Fran Sun Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: USA
Trip Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
13
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
NULS

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 4 Day USA Road Trip: Highway 1 and San Fran Sun. Rugged coastal cliffs, waterfalls crashing into the sea, and small seaside towns, what’s not to like? This short but sweet four-day trip has it all plus a whole lot more as you travel up the California coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Check out the chill vibes in Santa Monica, wander through mist and forests in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and see redwoods along Half Moon Bay. There will be no shortage of beautiful scenery and fun activities along the way. The perfect mini getaw...read moreay!

Itinerary

Group will depart Los Angeles in the morning and drive to Santa Monica. Walk the iconic Santa Monica pier this morning or spend some time cruising the shoreline. Not in the mood for the beach? That's cool, maybe consider visiting the Santa Monica farmers market to stock up on all sorts of local goodies. Grab a quick bite to eat for lunch in Santa Monica and travel northwest to San Luis Obispo for a quick detour to see the chewing gum alley and to grab any last minute provisions before heading to our campsite for the night. Stay: Santa Margarita KOA (D)

Today is all about Highway 1. Devote the entire day to seeing the best of the best along this famous route. Stop to see Elephant Seals, walk through Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and make stops in Carmel and Monterey en route to the next destination. Later in the day set up camp in Santa Cruz. Stay: Santa Cruz /Monterey Bay KOA (B/L/D)

Join your CEO for a driving tour through some of San Francisco's most iconic highlights then hit the town on your own or join a sunset sail under the Golden Gate Bridge. Stay: Stanford Court Hotel (B)

Tour ends in the morning. Depart at any time.

Trip Inclusions

  • Drive up the coast from Los Angeles to Santa Margarita with stops in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo.
  • Check out the Elephant Seals along Highway 1.
  • Embark on a hike through the dramatic scenery in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
  • Make pit stops in Carmel and Monterey for some exploring.
  • Adventure your way through San Francisco to spot all the famous landmarks.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Stops in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo for free time
  • Visit to see the Elephant Seal
  • Quick hike in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Short stops in Carmel and Monterey
  • San Francisco orientation tour and free time for sightseeing
  • All transportation between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Participation camping (2 Nights), Hotel (1 Night)
  • Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Most of the nights on tour are spent camping in tents in public and private campgrounds, but we will also use permanent canvas tents, twin-share rooms in hostels, and simple motels.
  • Please be aware that American campgrounds have various sites available and because of this there will likely be RVs, camper-trailers, popups and tent camping all on one property.
  • All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow) is supplied, including comfortable camp mattresses. We supply dome tents that take only 5 minutes to assemble/disassemble. They are good quality, durable, industry-standard, oversized 2-person tents, each with 2 separate and convenient zip-up doors, so that each person has his/her own entrance.
  • We use 2 types of campgrounds in North America: 1. Private campgrounds: These are privately run sites, usually with all services such as fire pits, picnic tables, drinking water, toilets & shower buildings. Some have small outdoor swimming pools and laundry facilities. These campgrounds are typically located near national park entrances or towns.
  • 2. Public campgrounds: These are park-run sites, usually with basic facilities such as fire pits, picnic tables, and drinking water. In some cases, this type of campground doesn’t have showers, only pit toilets and a lake! In other locations, toilet and shower facilities may be located outside the campground, or at times in another location a drive away. Some may have shower fees for onsite facilities ($2-6/shower).

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

  • Private vehicle, hiking, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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18-To-Thirty Somethings

G Adventures 18-To-Thirty Somethings (2023-24)

So you’re thinking of adventuring around the world? Good call. Sure, there’s no one perfect way to do it. But there is “your way.” Want days filled with culture, followed by nights of just going with the flow? Do it. Want to go where the entire planet hasn’t already been, with free time to explore how you want? Make it happen. Want to travel far and...more wide with new friends from far-off places? You do you. Because in your life, you call the shots. Make sure you travel that way, too.

Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.

Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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