California Express
California Express
California Express
3 Days Starting in Parking lot, 6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA and ending in 6333 W. 3rd Street Los Angeles, CA 90036
Visiting: Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel-by-the-Sea, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SFY
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 100
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Budget, Coach tours (worldwide), Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Private Available:
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From:
$560
$532 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$28
Tour Overview
Leave Los Angeles behind and discover the beauty of the west coast United States. We travel up the scenic California coastline with a stop in Santa Barbara and then continuing until we reach Carmel. Next we depart Clint Eastwood's home town for San Francisco home of the Golden Gate Bridge, after a day enjoying a bay cruise to see both Alcatraz and the Golden Gate from the water we prepare for our excursion to Yosemite in the summer or Hearst Castle in the winter.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Los Angeles – Santa Barbara – Route 1/17 Mile Drive – Carmel
Location: Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Accommodation Name: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
Meals Included: No Meals
Depart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara. Visit a Spanish Mission and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region. Continue to Solvang, a quaint Danish community to browse in the local shops. We head north to the world famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17-mile drive exclusively). After our visit we visit the town of Carmel home to the actor Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll in town before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
Overnight: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
Day 2 : San Francisco – Bay Cruise – Golden Gate Bridge – Chinatown
Location: San Francisco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Palm Court Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world-famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Next, we return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.
Overnight: Modesto – Best Western Palm Court Inn (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)
Day 3 : San Francisco – Yosemite – Los Angeles
Location: Yosemite National Park, Los Angeles
Meals Included: Breakfast
Summer Route: We head east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to Yosemite National Park. This 1,200 square mile wonderland of forests, lakes and waterfalls is located in the Sierra Nevada. Stop at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome to continue for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls.
Winter Route: We start the day with a tour of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row after our tour we depart south a visit to the world famous Hearst Castle. Built by the newspaper baron William Randolph Hearst, tours the famous house filled with antiques and see why the castle served as a playground for the rich and famous for the first half of the 20th century. In the evening, drive back to return to Los Angeles.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Based on hotel availability
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Fully Guided
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Meals – Breakfast Only
For every night slept
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Free Wi-fi available on coaches
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Personal expenses
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa requirements depend on the traveller, we do not require visas for the tour.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
No, We do not provide pre and post tour accomodations
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All our accommodations based upon US 3 star hotels (normally European - 3.5 - 4 stars)
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Services included in your tour price
All our tours include your Transportation, Guide, Accommodation, Entrance fees and Breakfast for every night slept on tour.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We provide electronic vouchers which can be displayed when join the tour
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We are members of multiple trade organisations in the USA - US Travel, International Inbound Travel Association(IITA), NYC and CO (The New York City Travel Trade Association), Better Business Bureau of New Jersey BBB
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
All of our services are cleaned and disinfected as per the United States CDC guidelines. This includes buses, Hotels and Atractions
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We offer 1 free date change for every reservation up to 3 days prior to departure
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been operating escorted tours since 1999
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Language Guided tours
All of our tours are available in the language of your choice. We offer English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese and Chinese
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of empire vacations charges.
Up to 4 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 3 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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