2023041 California Coast & Yosemite

Day 1

Arrive in Los Angeles to begin your California Coast & Yosemitte travel experience. Meet your Tour Director and transfer to your Los Angeles area hotel. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at a apopular local restaurant.

Day 2

This morning travel north to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Libary in Simi Valley.The-state-of-art-museum takes you from Reagan's early years to his time spent as a world leader. The libary also features the Air Force One used by President Reagan. Later follow the Pacific Coast north to Santa Barbara for a stop in one of California's most picturesque cities with spectacular Mediterranean architecture. Arrive late afternoon in the Pismo Beach area for your overnight stay.

Day 3

Today travel to San Simeon to enjoy a tour of Hearst Castle. Built on a hiltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the spectacular grounds and grandiose home feature the world-class art collection of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. Then jounrey north along the spectacular Big Sur Coast, the route is nestled between the rocky coast and the Santa Lucia Mountains. Early this evening arrive in Monterey for a 2-night stay.

Day 4

Today enjoy one of the most breathtaking coastlines in the world, scenic 17 Mile Drive, home of the famous Lone Cypress, Seal Rock and Pebble Beach Golf Course. Also drive through and visit quaint Carmel to view tree-lined Ocean Avenue. Later travel to Old Monterey filled with historic buildings and where California's statehood began in 1849. The afternoon enjoy time at your own pace to explore more of the seaside town of Monterey. Shop and eat in Cannery Row and/or Fisherman's Wharf which reflect the City's long history with the sea. Later maybe visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Day 5

Travel to historic Old Town Salinas, the childhood home of author John Steinbeck and visit the National Steinbeck Center. Founded in 1977, the center houses the largest collection of Steinbeck archives in the United States. Later jounrey inland through the fertile San Joaquin Valley, Known as the breadbasket of California & stop at a Fruit Stand. The climb the scenic foothills of the overnight accommodations near Yosemite National Park for a 2-night stay. Enjoy dinner this evening with your fellow travelers in the Yosemite area.

Day 6

Spend the day touring & visiting Yosemite National Park, one of the America's greatest natural wonders. Enjoy a Yosemite Valley Tram Tour of the spectacular Yosemite Valley Floor and view the giant iconic formations of El Capitan & Half Dome and breathtaking Yosemite Falls, the highest in North America. During the scenic open air experience you will learn about the history and geology of this incredible national treasure . Later enjoy free time to take in the immense beauty of this wonderful and historic national park.

Day 7

Travel through the Sierras into Gold Country. Step back in time and experience the days of the Gold Rush at historic Old Sacramento. Later drive into the famous Napa Valley, an area of spectacular scenery and home to some of the world's best wineries. Stop for a Winery Tour & Tasting to sample the local product and learn about wine making. Continue southwest crossing the majestic Golden Gate Bridge to one of the world's most amazing cities, San Francisco. Check in for your two-night stay in the "City by the Bay"

Day 8

Today enjoy a San Francisco City Tour to see the civic Center Area, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Seal Rocks & Pier 39. Enjo the afternoon at leisure to browse the storefronts & see the barking sea lions at Fisherman's Wharf, sample chowder filled sourdough bread bowl or take a Cable Car ride. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers in one of San Francisco's popular restaurants. The memorable meal with surley feature some seafood along with other menu selections.

Day 9

Today transfer to SFO and fly home with wonderful memories of your Califronia Coast & Yosemite travel experience.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner