After arriving at San Diego Airport, you will be transferred to your downtown, waterfront hotel. Tonight perhaps take a walk along the bay before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.
Hotel: InterContinental San Diego

After a hearty breakfast, discover ‘America’s finest city’ as you embark on a sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. Journey through the Gaslamp Quarter, the historic heart of San Diego. Continue to Balboa Park, one of North America’s most iconic urban parks and admire its lush, landscaped gardens in bloom thanks to the year-round pleasant weather. Finally, stroll among the atmospheric old adobe ranch homes of the Old Town State Historical Park and take a glimpse into the 19th-century colonial life, before perhaps trying some authentic Mexican flavours at one of the popular eateries. This afternoon, board the Pacific Surfliner and enjoy far-reaching ocean views as the train hugs the coast. Travel through Orange County to the Mission Modern-style Union Station in Los Angeles.
Accommodation: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

An exciting day awaits as you set out to explore lively Los Angeles. After breakfast, take a ride on the landmark Angel’s Flight funicular for a taste of early 20th-century nostalgia. Continue to the Los Angeles Theatre, inspired by French Baroque architecture, for a private guided tour. It has been closed to the public since 1994 but was once one of the grand movie palaces of the Broadway District. In legendary Hollywood, take your photos of the famous hillside Hollywood sign and stroll along the Walk of Fame. Look for the hand and footprints of cinema’s greatest celebrities at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood’s most sought-after theatre for movie premieres. Spend the afternoon on Miracle Mile exploring Los Angeles with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the innovative Petersen Automotive Museum, a captivating experience about the history and artistry of motorized transportation. Alternatively, head to the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and take a deep dive into the history of filmmaking. Another option is to visit the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a fantastic collection of artworks from ancient times to modern day. To top off your perfect day, enjoy an included dinner at Nick and Stef’s, an outstanding steak house in Downtown LA.
Accommodation: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

After breakfast, return to the Union Station and board your Pacific Surfliner train to travel through the valleys around Los Angeles, before arriving at the coast and following the shoreline to Santa Barbara. Spend time on State Street, a palm-tree-lined avenue of shops and eateries, before further exploring Santa Barbara. Choose to visit the 18th-century Old Mission, one of the original 21 California Missions founded by Spanish Franciscans. Alternatively, take a relaxing stroll through the Botanical Gardens and learn about California’s diverse native plants.
Accommodation: Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then join the Pacific Surfliner one more time and soak up sweeping ocean views as you ride along the coast to San Luis Obispo. Later, arrive to Paso Robles, the heart of wine country, and spend time at the City Park and explore its boutiques, cafes and art galleries. In the afternoon, visit the Eberle Winery for a tour of the vineyard and the unique underground caves. Born out of necessity to store more wine barrels, the caves provide the perfect backdrop for a tasting of a selection of excellent local wines. Tonight, savour a delicious and creative dinner at the Downtown Thomas Hill Organics Farm-To-Table restaurant (included).
Accommodation: Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

After breakfast, journey by luxury coach to the majestic Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stop at the Mariposa Grove, home to over 500 mature sequoias, and admire these gigantic trees. The oldest tree in the Grove is the Grizzly Giant, which dates back around 3000 years and stands 209 feet tall.
Accommodation: Yosemite Valley Lodge

Enjoy a lovely breakfast this morning before joining a park ranger and embark on a guided tram tour of the Yosemite Valley Floor. You are surrounded by unspoilt nature as you take in the most iconic sights of the park. Get up close to the magnificent Yosemite Falls that cascade from a height of 2,425 feet. See the Half Dome, a rock formation with a distinct shape, and El Capitan, a granite rock monolith rising 3000 feet above the Valley Floor. Take in the spectacular scenery from Tunnel View, encompassing towering mountains, dense forests and the Bridalveil Falls. Spend the rest of your day at leisure. Perhaps join an activity to explore further by renting a bike, going on a hike or visiting the Ansel Adams Gallery.
Accommodation: Yosemite Valley Lodge

After breakfast, travel by luxury coach towards the coast, cross the Bay Bridge and arrive in buzzing San Francisco. Head to the Fisherman’s Wharf, once home to the city’s colourful fishing fleet and today a popular district full of restaurant, cafes and shops. This afternoon, join your Travel Director for a stroll across the legendary Golden Gate Bridge, a symbol of California, then continue on a short drive to the quaint town of Sausalito. Enjoy some leisure time before taking the ferry back to San Francisco, passing the infamous Alcatraz Island.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Embarcadero

This morning, after breakfast, take your chance to visit the Ferry Building across the road and shop around at one of America’s most famous farmers markets. Browse the stalls offering organic produce, flowers and regional artisan specialties, such as breads, cheeses, and jams. On your city sightseeing tour, journey past lively Union Square and vast Golden Gate Park. Travel through the SoMa District and Mission Bay to see the incredible growth and urbanization the city has experienced in recent years. Join your Travel Director for a culinary exploration of the Mission District. Sample local flavours in the area best known for creative ice cream parlours, craft doughnut shops, independent cafes and the best Mexican bites. Visit Balmy Alley and see the most concentrated collection of urban murals in the city. Tonight, toast to your travels at a local restaurant at your Celebration Dinner (included).
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Embarcadero

After breakfast, check out and catch your private transfer to San Francisco Airport for your flight back to the UK.