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14 Night California Leisure Escape

Want to take California at your own pace? Try our 14 night California Leisure Escape!

This California road trip takes in the world-famous Pacific Coast Highway beginning in San Francisco, home to the Golden Gate Bridge and infamous Alcatraz Prison, then on to the dramatic scenery of the Sierra Nevada mountains and Yosemite National Park.

Your journey ends in Los Angeles where you can choose to relax on a golden sandy beach, hike in the Hollywood Hills, or visit the homes of the celebrity rich and famous.

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We know that you may have your own ideas for example your choice of ride, itinerary length, and hotels in mind. 

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14 Night California Leisure Escape

Suggested duration 14 days
San Francisco 3 days
Yosemite 2 days
Monterey 2 days
Pismo beach 2 days
Santa Barbara 1 day
Santa Monica 2 days
Hollywood 2 days

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For full itinerary and hotel details please look at The Complete Escape and to ask for the latest prices click here

(Excursions not included)

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Remember your Escape is unique to you. Customise your itinerary by speaking to one of our experts on 01702 66 91 99 today!

14 Night California Leisure Escape

Explore the best of California with our 14-day Complete Escape. Your holiday starts in San Francisco and takes in the sights of the Pacific Coast Highway to Los Angeles.

DAY 1

Arrive at San Francisco and check in to the San Francisco Marriott Union Square. 

Prefer a different hotel? Remember you can tailor your Escape!

DAY 2

Your tour today leaves from Fisherman's Wharf where you will embark on a short boat ride to Alcatraz "The most famous prison in the world".  Your personal audio tour will guide you around the prison at your own pace.

Spend the afternoon exploring Fisherman's Wharf and the famous Pier 39 at your leisure.

DAY 3

Collect your GoCar and helmet. Your GoCar is an open-topped 3 wheeled-car that can accommodate 2 people and reach speeds of 35 miles per hour. While driving the GoCar you will hear GPS directions that tell you where to go and listen to taped commentary about the historical significance of each destination.

You can opt for the designated route or create your own itinerary. The pre-loaded tour takes in more than 50 landmarks such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, The Palace of fine arts, and Crissy Field. Stop when you like and have the time for photo opportunities, lunch and shopping before returning your GoCar at the end of your tour.

DAY 4

Arrive at Yosemite for 2 nights at The Tenaya Lodge.

Prefer a different hotel? Remember you can tailor your Escape.

DAY 5

Yosemite - Hike past some of the oldest and largest Redwood trees in the world at Tuolumne Grove. Snap a photo inside a tunneled-out tree or see how many people it takes to wrap arms around a trunk. Continue to Inspiration point for an unbeatable view of Yosemite Valley.

DAY 6 

Driving today to the picturesque town of Monterey home to the famous aquarium with thousands of marine animals and plants on display it is definitely worth a visit.

Check-in at your hotel The Clement Monterey.

DAY 7

Monterey - Your tour departs from the marina where you will embark on your boat trip adventure. One of the busiest feeding points in the USA; you will observe Whales, Dolphins, and other magnificent marine life in the wild.

Enjoy the afternoon in Monterey at your leisure or if you are feeling energetic take a hike to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. The views are breathtaking!

DAY 8

Arrive at Pismo Beach for 2 nights at The Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa.

DAY 9

Pismo Beach - Spend the day at leisure strolling along the beach or relaxing by the pool.

Feeling energetic try the Pismo Beach Dune Buggy Experience. For 2 - Hours, you'll whip across dunes and zoom alongside the coastline past crashing waves.

DAY 10

Arrive Santa Barbara for 1 night at the Hyatt Centric.

DAY 11

Arrive Santa Monica for 2 nights at The Shangri-la at the Ocean.

DAY 12

Santa Monica - Visit the world-famous Venice Beach where it is easy to spend the day just people watching. Famed for its long sandy beach and promenade with street performers, bodybuilders, shops, and eateries.

DAY 13

Arrive In Hollywood for 2 nights at The Kimpton Everly.

DAY 14

Your tour starts with an orientation of your electric bike, then you will head straight to the Hollywood Hills and make the easy climb to the iconic Hollywood sign. Then cruise up to Mount Lee for a view of the whole city, San Fernando Valley, and the surrounding mountains.

Enjoy your afternoon at your leisure where you can visit the World famous Celebrity homes, TCL Chinese Theatre or maybe some shopping in Rodeo drive.

Depart for the UK.

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Remember your Escape is unique to you. Customise your itinerary by speaking to one of our experts.

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