California Dreamin


The one that's the ultimate Cali road trip, including the Sonoma Valley, Yosemite & Palm Springs
Travel Style
In-Depth Explorer
Take your time and explore in-detail each destination on this trip.
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Duration
8 days
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Places
7 places
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Meals
5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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Transport Style
Coach
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Group Size
Maximum 30 people
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Team
Expert Trip Manager, Driver
San Francisco, Sonoma, Bass Lake, Palm Springs, Santa Monica, Muir Woods, Yosemite National Park
How Contiki works
California Dreamin
9 Inclusions
Experiences that are included with your trip
- Wine tasting in the Sonoma Valley
- Picnic lunch in Muir Woods
- Entry to Yosemite National Park
- Yosemite base camp orientation
- Yosemite park shuttle
- Yoga by the pool in Palm Springs
- Afternoon pool party with DJ (seasonal)
- Brunch at a local café
- Dinner at True Food Kitchen Santa Monica
9 Free Time Add-Ons
Optional experiences that you can choose from and pay for on your trip
- Hot Air Ballooning in Sonoma
- Bike rental in Sonoma
- Forest Flight Tour Ziplining in Sonoma
- Food & wine pairing dinner in Sonoma
- Stand up paddleboarding on Bass Lake
- Kayaking on Bass Lake
- Palm Springs Cable Car
- Parasailing in Santa Monica
- Surf Lesson in Santa Monica
Where You'll Stay
Learn more about the accommodation available on this trip
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The Pines Resort
Bass Lake, United States
Framed by the stunning alpine vistas of the Sierra National Forest, this mountain lodge sits right on the shores of Bass Lake
1 night
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The Saguaro Hotel
Palm Springs, United States
This sun-soaked resort is bursting with colour and beach party vibes. Sip a cocktail at the pool bar, do yoga on the lawns or grab some Mexican Street Food at the on-site restaurant. The best bit? For every room booked at the Saguaro a donation is made to a youth LGBTQ charity
2 nights
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7 nights
All accommodation is included on this trip
5 nights in Hotel, 2 nights in Contiki Special Stay
About this trip
California dreaming? The sunshine state keeps on giving on this unforgettable adventure that brings you all the bucket-list big hitters. Kicking off in the golden city of San Fran, you'll journey to the Sonoma Valley for some wine tasting then hike and bike your way around Yosemite, kick back poolside in Palm Springs and stroll the iconic Santa Monica pier. This sun-drenched road trip will plaster a smile on your face for years to come.
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Only $99 deposit to book*
For a limited time, reserve your space now with a deposit of only $99, pay the rest 45 days before departure
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California Highlights
This version of the trip is one less day, with no overnight stay in Santa Monica.
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