USA Road Trip- The Best of Cali
- Trip code: 482X053
- Dauer: 9
- Stil: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
California is the land of dreamers and schemers and we schemed up quite the adventure for you. Start in LA and travel north to San Francisco along Highway 1 on this short nine-day trip. Then, head inland to see mighty Yosemite National Park and all of the beautiful hikes and views that landscape has to offer before driving back to southern California for an included surf lesson. Sounds like a win in our book!
Übersicht
Checklist
Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Quick Covid Test/Antigen Test
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Bitte beachte: For evenings out in some cities there will be a dress code. If you wish to participate, please bring a nicer outfit for these occasions. We recommend a nicer pair of shoes and a collared shirt or blouse
Group Leader
1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Group Size Notes
Max 13
Meals Included
5 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD195-255 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Santa Monica
- Santa Monica Farmers Market
Los Angeles
- Besuch am Santa Monica Pier (Gratis)
San Francisco
- Seilbahnfahrt in San Francisco (7USD pro Person)
- San Francisco Fahrradverleih (8-32USD pro Person)
- Segeln bei Sonnenuntergang in San Francisco
Yosemite National Park
- Wanderung im Yosemite-Nationalpark (Gratis)
- Fahrt mit dem Leihfahrrad in Yosemite (30-40USD pro Person)
Hermosa Beach
- Hermosa Beach Bike Rental
- Surf Board Rental
Start / Finish
von Los Angeles
Transport
Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Stops in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo. Visit to see the Elephant Seals. Hike in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. San Francisco orientation tour. Yosemite National Park visit. Surf lesson in southern California. Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions. Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Packing Note
For evenings out in some cities there will be a dress code. If you wish to participate, please bring a nicer outfit for these occasions. We recommend a nicer pair of shoes and a collared shirt or blouse
Highlights
Drive up the coast from Los Angeles to Santa Margarita with stops in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo, Embark on a hike through the dramatic scenery in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Set off on an orientation tour of San Francisco, Enjoy the many wonders of Yosemite National Park, Catch a few waves with a surf lesson in southern California, Enjoy stargazing and nights sitting around the campfire as a group
Introduction
California is the land of dreamers and schemers and we schemed up quite the adventure for you. Start in LA and travel north to San Francisco along Highway 1 on this short nine-day trip. Then, head inland to see mighty Yosemite National Park and all of the beautiful hikes and views that landscape has to offer before driving back to southern California for an included surf lesson. Sounds like a win in our book!
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nt), participation camping (5 nts)
Minimum Age
Mindestalter für diese Reise sind 18 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Los Angeles/Santa Margarita
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
Day 2 Santa Margarita/Santa Cruz
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
Day 3 Santa Cruz/San Francisco
Head out from camp in the morning and continue up Highway 1 towards Half Moon Bay. Your CEO will take you on a brief orientation of the city. The rest of the day is at your leisure
Day 4 San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
Leave San Francisco behind this morning as you drive to Yosemite National Park. Along the way stop for some fresh produce at a farmer’s market in the central valley. Once in the park hike to Tuolumne Grove to see massive Giant Sequoias. Finish the day with a stop to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall en route to your camp for the night
Day 5 Yosemite-Nationalpark
Genießen Sie die freie Zeit, um in Ihrem eigenen Tempo durch das majestätische Yosemite Valley zu navigieren. Wandern Sie auf dem Lower Yosemite Fall Trail oder dem Swinging Bridge Loop Trail. Entspannen Sie sich unter den hoch aufragenden Granitmonolithen von Half Dome oder El Capitan. Bist du bereit für eine größere Herausforderung? Testen Sie Ihre Ausdauer bei einer anspruchsvolleren Wanderung wie den Upper Yosemite Falls oder Four Mile. Suchen Sie auf dem Rückweg zum Camp nach Kletterern an der steilen Felswand von El Capitan
Day 6 Yosemite-Nationalpark
Heute heißt es aktiv die Natur von Yosemite erkunden. Mach eine Wanderung zu Vernal Fall oder Nevada Fall oder leih dir ein Fahrrad aus und flitze damit durch das Tal.
Dieser Park ist ein Paradies für Biker, mit Wegen für jedes Niveau. Und mit einer Auswahl von kilometerlangen Wegen bis zu kurzen Spaziergängen mit fantastischer Aussicht findest du garantiert eine Wanderung, auf die du Lust hast. Halte dabei die Augen offen nach wilden Tieren und vergiss nicht, reichlich Fotos zu schießen. Abends kannst du am Feuer entspannen und mit den anderen Geschichten austauschen
Day 7 Yosemite-Nationalpark nach Hermosa Beach
Verabschiede dich an diesem Morgen von Yosemite und mach dich bereit für Sand und Surfen, denn es geht nach Hermosa Beach im Süden. Die Fahrt über sanfte Hügel und durch die Weite des Central Valley endet gerade rechtzeitig an der Pazifikküste für einen Strandspaziergang im Abendlicht und ein leckeres Abendessen am Meer
Day 8 Hermosa Beach
Leb den kalifornischen Traum, wenn du zum Geräusch der an den Sandstrand klatschenden Wellen aufwachst. Zieh dir dann den Surfanzug an und mach dich bereit für eine Surfstunde, bei der du lernst, wie man es schafft, das Wellenreiten so leicht aussehen zu lassen.
Danach hast du freie Zeit in Hermosa Beach, um in der Sonne zu baden, am Pier zu schlendern oder dich in ein Strandcafé zu setzen und die Leute zu beobachten. Oder du kannst dir auch Fahrräder oder Surfbretter leihen und weiter aktiv sein. Deine einzige Schwierigkeit heute sollte sein, dich für einen der vielen Burrito-Läden zu entscheiden
Day 9 Hermosa Beach nach Joshua-Tree-Nationalpark
Am Morgen Fahrt nach Los Angeles. Das Abenteuer endet mit der Ankunft
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Los Angeles/Santa Margarita
Day 2 Santa Margarita/Santa Cruz
Due to road damage, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park will be closed until further notice. Alternative routes and stops will be added between Santa Margarita and Santa Cruz during this time
Day 3 Santa Cruz/San Francisco
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.
Day 4 San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
Day 5 Yosemite-Nationalpark
Yosemite Village is a great starting point for launching into your adventure. Your CEO will help you get oriented to visit the Ansel Adams gallery, Ahwahnee Museum and the Yosemite Visitor Center. Here you can start a valley hike or catch a free shuttle around the park.
Day 6 Yosemite-Nationalpark
Day 7 Yosemite-Nationalpark nach Hermosa Beach
Nach den Wäldern von Yosemite sind die Strände von Südkalifornien eine willkommene Abwechslung, um zu chillen und deine Batterien wiederaufzuladen. Zieh dir die Badesachen an, nimm dir Badetuch und Volleyball und lebe mit deinen Freunden den Traum vom kalifornischen Strandleben.
Day 8 Hermosa Beach
Day 9 Hermosa Beach nach Joshua-Tree-Nationalpark
