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Los Angeles · California · United States
5 Days Tour To San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas, and Hoover Dam
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Discover the highlights of the West Coast on this 4-night adventure! Stay in comfortable hotels with continental breakfast included and travel in style aboard an air-conditioned bus or van with a professional guide. Enjoy a scenic Bay Cruise in San Francisco and explore the natural beauty of Yosemite National Park in summer. Visit charming coastal towns like Santa Barbara and Carmel (or San Luis Obispo/Big Sur in winter), then experience the excitement of Las Vegas and marvel at the engineering wonder of Hoover Dam. This tour blends coastal charm, breathtaking landscapes, and city thrills for an unforgettable journey.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- 4night hotel stay with breakfast included
- Guided tour by bus with Bay Cruise & Yosemite admission
- Sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carmel, San Francisco, Las Vegas & Hoover Dam
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Santa Barbara
Sightseeing. 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.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing. Continue to Solvang, a quaint Danish community to browse in the local shops. We head north to world famous 17 mile drive (part of route# 1) where we get to see the spectacular California coast line up close.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing. After our visit we visit the town of Carmel home to the actor Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll through town before heading on to Silicon Valley for overnight.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Santa Clara – La Quinta Inn & Suites
Day 2
San Francisco
Boating. 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, under the Golden Gate Bridge and around the notorious Alcatraz Island.
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San Francisco
Sightseeing at Golden Gate Bridge. 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.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Modesto – Park Inn Hotel (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)
Day 3
Mariposa
Hiking at Yosemite National Park. 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 south towards Las Vegas.
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Los Angeles
Overnight at the Comfort Suites Stevenson Ranch.
Day 4
Las Vegas
Sightseeing. Today’s route is east through the dessert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas.
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We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland and more.
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Las Vegas
Leisure. In the evening we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Mirage, Luxor, Paris, Mandalay Bay, New York New York, Treasure Island and more. Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos’, who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Linq Hotel.
Day 5
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Hoover Dam. After a leisurely breakfast we leave Las Vegas and make our way to the Hoover Dam, understand how this man made phenomenon was built and what it did to the area.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing. After our visit we head west, after one last chance at the slot machines on the state line we cross back into California. Our tour ends with arrival to Los Angeles.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Air Conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide Bay cruise in San Francisco & Admission to Yosemite Park (winter to Hearst castle) Sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carmel, and San Francisco, “The Strip” in Las Vegas and Hoover Dam
Not Included
Any air transportation, insurance or optional services not included in the itinerary, personal expenses including but not limited to telephone calls, room service, liquor, or laundry and tips to drivers, guides, and escorts. $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents to enter National Park
Restrictions
Children under 2 years of age travel free of charge, from age 2-14 children rate applies. Starting January 1, 2026, International visitors must arrive with either a valid Non-Resident Pass (the America Beautiful Pass) or be prepared to pay the mandatory $100 per-person, per-park surcharge at the gate. It is the customer’s sole responsibility to ensure they have the correct pass or payment upon arrival.
Meeting & Pickup
Farmers Market Starbucks Coffee Shop. Corner of Fairfax Blvd and 3rd st at 06:30 AM. 4 Points Sheraton Culver City. 5990 Green Valley Circle, Culver City at 07:00 AM.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please advise the country of residence for all guests. (Fees apply to non-US residents).
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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