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See the best of California on this incredible journey along the world's most vibrant and stunning coastline to Yosemite National Park.
View Dates & BookTrip Duration: 9 Days
Meals Included: 8 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Tour Director: Yes
*Round Trip Airfare Included - Government Issued Photo ID required*
Los Angeles
Arrive in Los Angeles to begin your California Coast & Yosemite 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 popular local restaurant.
Reagan National Library
Travel north to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. The state-of-the-art museum takes you from Reagans early years to his time spent as a world leader. The library also features the Air Force One used by President Reagan.
Santa Barbara
Follow the Pacific Coast north to Santa Barbara for a stop in one of Californias most picturesque cities with spectacular Mediterranean architecture.
Pismo Beach
Continue to the Pismo Beach area for your overnight stay.
Hearst Castle
Today travel to San Simeon to enjoy a tour of Hearst Castle. Built on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the spectacular grounds and grandiose home feature the world-class art collection of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst.
Monterey
Journey 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. Then enjoy one of the most breathtaking coastlines in the world, scenic 17 Mile Drive, home to the famous Lone Cypress, Seal Rock and Pebble Beach Golf Course. Travel to Old Monterey filled with historic buildings and where Californias statehood began in 1849. This afternoon enjoy time at your own pace to explore more of the seaside town of Monterey. Shop and eat in Cannery Row and/or Fishermans Wharf which reflect the citys long history with the sea. Later maybe visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Carmel
Drive through and visit quaint Carmel to view tree-lined Ocean Avenue.
Salinas
Travel to historic Old Town Salinas, the childhood home of author John Steinbeck. Later journey inland through the fertile San Joaquin Valley, known as the breadbasket of California & stop at a Fruit Stand in the fertile Central Valley.
-Eyre Tours powered by Starr has partnered with Premier World Discovery, a professional tour operator handling escorted tour arrangements. With 20 years experience, PWD's goal is to provide travelers with an unforgettable experience featuring sightseeing, history, culture, and fun!
The package includes 8 breakfasts and 3 dinner, roundtrip airfare to/from Newark or Philadelphia airport, roundtrip transfers, baggage handling and related gratuities and services of a Starr airport coordinator with 15+ passengers.
The deposit is $300 per person. The final payment is due by 6/18/2023.
Cancellation penalties: If cancellation occurs from booking date to 6/17/23, a $25.00 per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 6/18/23 and 7/3/23, a $300.00 per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 7/4/23 and 9/16/23, the passenger is in full penalty and no refund will be granted. In addition to the cancellation polices listed above, if additional payments have been made to Eyre for the purpose of securing your airline reservation, these monies are non-refundable once received. Any name changes after final payment is made will be assessed a per person change fee. The amount of the fee will be determined by the airline.
As of 11/1/2022, Covid-19 Vaccinations and Booster shots are not required by Premier World Discovery, but they are strongly recommended. Destination/Port countries may have their own requirements. It is the tour guests responsibility to be up to date on requirements for their booked travel. Eyre Tours powered by Starr cannot accept liability for any passenger refused entry into any flight, hotel, attraction, restaurant, etc. due to failure of the tour guest to provide the required documentation.
Flight Schedule - TBD
For fly tours, only 1 piece of checked baggage is allowed. Airlines charge passengers for checked baggage.
Air schedules will be determined 30 days prior to departure. Although we try, we cannot guarantee seating requests.
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Tentative Pick ups:
TBA
Day 1
Arrive in Los Angeles to begin your California Coast & Yosemite travel experience. Meet your Tour Director and transfer to your LA area hotel. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at a popular local restaurant.
Day 2
This morning travel north to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. The state-of-the-art museum takes you from Reagan’s early years to his time spent as a world leader. The library 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 hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the spectacular grounds and grandiose home feature the world-class art collection of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. Then journey 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 to 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. This 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 ar-chives in the United States. Later journey inland through the fertile San Joaquin Valley, known as the breadbasket of California & stop at a Fruit Stand in the fertile Central Valley. Then climb the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains & arrive at your 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. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to browse the storefronts & see the barking sea lions at Fisherman’s Wharf, sample a chowder filled sourdough bread bowl or take a Cable Car ride. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers in San Francisco’s famous Fisherman’s
Day 9
Today transfer to the airport & return with wonderful memories of your California Coast Tour.
Tentative Drop offs:
TBA
Subject to Change
Check your documents for final times
Accommodations
Day 1: Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach, Doubletree Torrance or similar, Los Angeles area
Day 2: Cliffs Resort, Vespera on Ocean, Embassy Suites or similar, San Luis Obispo
Days 3 & 4: Marriott, Casa Munras, Hyatt or similar, Monterey
Days 5 & 6: Yosemite View Lodge or similar, Yosemite Area
Days 7 & 8: Zephyr Hotel or similar, San Francisco
Hotels are subject to change and are assigned approximately 30 days prior to departure.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Contact Details |
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Ellicott City | Long Gate Park and Ride Meadowbrook Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21043 | |
Leisure World | Leisure World - Club House II (Residents ONLY) 3300 N Leisure World Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906 | |
Silver Spg/Rockville, MD | Georgia Ave Park & Ride 16000 Georgia Ave, Rockville, MD 20853 |