Experience exciting big cities, charming seaside towns, amazing natural wonders, and a coastline like no other on this value-minded tour highlighting the best of California. Starting in San Francisco, see its iconic Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars, Nob Hill, Chinatown, and Fisherman’s Wharf and then have free time to enjoy this lovely ‘City by the Bay.’ Travel across the Central Valley to Yosemite National Park, where giant granite peaks, dramatic waterfalls, and lush forests and meadows will leave you in awe. Visit Monterey and see historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row made famous
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
SAN FRANCISCO
Welcome to San Francisco! Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Day 2
SAN FRANCISCO
Today we tour the “City by the Bay.” Sightseeing includes the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, Chinatown, and Fisherman’s Wharf. This afternoon is yours to explore. Perhaps take an iconic cable-car ride, visit Golden Gate Park or tour infamous Alcatraz Island Prison. Or let the good times roll on an optional Bike the Bridge tour across the Golden Gate Bridge by pedal or e-bike. Then grab a bite in the lovely village of Sausalito before taking the ferry back to Fisherman’s Wharf. NOTE: If going to Alcatraz Island, consider purchasing tickets in advance with the National Park Service.
Day 3
SAN FRANCISCO–YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–OAKHURST
This morning, travel east through California’s Central Valley and enter Yosemite, one of the country’s most popular national parks. Yosemite is a wonderland of soaring granite peaks, towering pinnacles, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. See famous El Capitan, the world’s largest granite monolith, Yosemite Falls, the highest waterfall in North America, and mighty Half Dome. Overnight in nearby Oakhurst.
Day 4
OAKHURST–YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–MONTEREY
Today re-enter Yosemite to experience the magnificent giant sequoias. Then head west for a late afternoon arrival in picturesque Monterey. Visit Monterey Harbor’s historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf where you can look for sea lions and otters, then visit Cannery Row, made famous by John Steinbeck’s novel of the same name. Take to the sea for a memorable optional Sunset Whale Watching Cruise to spy humpbacks and other whales and dolphins as you watch the sunset on Monterey Bay. (B)
What's Included
Meals
2 Breakfasts
Hotels
Parc 55 San Francisco
Superior First-Class
Fairfield Inn & Suites Oakhurst Yosemite
Superior Tourist-Class
Monterey Downtown Days Inn
Superior Tourist-Class
Hilton Garden Inn Pismo Beach
Moderate First-Class
Westin Bonaventure
Superior First-Class
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Itinerary Dates & Prices
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Start Date
Jun 15, 2025
End Date
Jun 24, 2025
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$2,449
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Aug 17, 2025
End Date
Aug 26, 2025
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$2,499
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Sep 21, 2025
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Sep 30, 2025
Our Price
$2,579
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Oct 05, 2025
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Oct 14, 2025
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$2,449
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Oct 19, 2025
End Date
Oct 28, 2025
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$2,549
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Apr 26, 2026
End Date
May 05, 2026
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$2,819
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