California Highlights


The one that explores 1 state in 7 days. Ticking off the ultimate California bucket list musts include the nightlife of Palm Springs, nature of Yosemite park and beach vibes of Santa Monica.
Travel Style
In-Depth Explorer
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Duration
7 days
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Places
7 places
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Meals
5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
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Transport Style
Coach
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Group Size
Maximum 30 peope
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Team
Expert Trip Manager, Driver
San Francisco, Sonoma, Bass Lake, Palm Springs, Santa Monica, Muir Woods, Yosemite National Park
California Highlights
8 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
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
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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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6 nights
All accommodation is included on this trip
4 nights in Hotel, 2 nights in Contiki Special Stay
About this trip
Looking for the ultimate road trip? The state of California is all about sunshine, surfing, celebs, wine regions and hiking… and this trip will have you doing it all. Starting in the iconic city of San Fran you’ll take an unforgettable journey through the wine valleys of Sonoma and Napa, paddleboard on the picturesque Bass Lake, do pool yoga in Palm Springs and even have the chance to surf along the shores of Santa Monica. You’ll do and see it all in 1 week with memories to last a lifetime.
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