California and Beyond SFO-LAX
Ultimate West Coast Wonders: 14 days, 13 Nights
Accessible by plane, train, boat, or automobile, San Francisco is a great place to start a West Coast journey. Immerse yourself in the eclectic culture, fantastic cuisine, and fascinating history of the area with a guided private city tour paired with visits to Alcatraz and Napa Valley. From San Francisco you can easily reach destinations such as Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Each destination has its own character, offering every visitor excitement and a memorable experience. The California and Beyond SFO-LAX trip is custom-designed for private groups of 20 or more travelers.
For couples and small groups, we suggest our California Vacation Package San Francisco – Los Angeles.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY (Schedule & Route Fully Customizable)
This itinerary can be combined in any order, adjusted for duration, or expanded with additional West Coast destinations to suit your group’s preferences.
Hotels
San Francisco: RIU Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf or equivalent
Yosemite: Cedar Lodge or equivalent
Barstow: Holiday Inn Express Barstow or equivalent
Las Vegas: Planet Hollywood Resort or equivalent
San Diego: Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp or equivalent
Los Angeles: Residence Inn by Marriott Redondo Beach or equivalent
- Day 1 | Arrival in San Francisco
- SFO Airport Meet & Greet with private group transfer to hotel. Assisted hotel check-in followed by a short walking tour and free time for shopping around Union Square.
- Day 2 | Private San Francisco City Tour
- Full-day guided city sightseeing covering the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, Lombard Street, Civic Center, Chinatown, Union Square, Golden Gate Park, Alamo Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf.
- Day 3 | Full-Day Private Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
- Private driver-guided tour visiting 2 Napa and Sonoma Valley wineries with cellar tours and wine tastings. (Note: Guests must be at least 21 years old for wine tasting. Optional substitution: Full-day Monterey & Carmel tour).
- Day 4 | Alcatraz Island & Evening Cable Car Tour
- Includes ferry tickets to Alcatraz Island, a tour of the historic federal penitentiary, and an evening tour of San Francisco featuring an iconic cable car ride.
- Days 5–6 | 2-Day Yosemite National Park Excursion
- Overnight trip to Yosemite National Park featuring Yosemite Valley, Mariposa Grove, free time for trail hiking, and a visit to the Ansel Adams Gallery. Overnight near Yosemite on Day 5 and transition to Barstow, CA on Day 6.
- Day 7 | Arrival in Las Vegas
- Drive across the Mojave Desert to Las Vegas. Enjoy an afternoon and evening guided tour of the famous Las Vegas Strip.
- Day 8 | Free Day in Las Vegas (Optional Grand Canyon)
- Full leisure day in Las Vegas, or choose an optional excursion to the Grand Canyon West Rim or South Rim.
- Day 9 | Las Vegas to San Diego via Nevada Outlets
- Morning departure from Las Vegas with outlet shopping on the Nevada state border. Evening arrival and guided tour of San Diego, featuring the Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, and Balboa Park.
- Day 10 | San Diego Zoo Full-Day Tour
- Spend a full day exploring world-class wildlife exhibits at the famous San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park.
- Day 11 | San Diego Coastal Tour to Los Angeles
- Morning tour of La Jolla shopping district and Seal Beach. Afternoon departure for Los Angeles, featuring Downtown LA, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Melrose Avenue, Beverly Hills, and the Miracle Mile.
- Day 12 | Universal Studios Hollywood
- ull-day admission and private group tour at Universal Studios Hollywood theme park.
- Day 13 | Santa Monica Coast & Farewell Dinner
- Relaxed free day exploring Santa Monica Beach, the historic Santa Monica Pier, and 3rd Street Promenade. Enjoy a hosted private group farewell dinner in the evening.
- Day 14 | Departure from Los Angeles (LAX)
- Hotel check-out and private outbound group transfer to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Why Book Group Tours With California Tours?
Every client receives hands-on personal attention from our professional staff, drawing on over 25 years of destination management experience. We personally inspect every hotel, dine at recommended restaurants, and partner with vetted local guides across California and Nevada to deliver seamless group travel.
Price Per Person (Minimum Group Size: 20 Guests)
- Double Occupancy: $6,595 – $5,335 per person (20–44 passengers)
- Single Occupancy: $9,795 – $8,535 per person (20–44 passengers)
Price Include:
- Private transportation via motorcoach or minicoach
- Professional tour guide throughout the entire 14-day trip
- 13 Nights Accommodations (4 SF, 1 Yosemite, 1 Barstow, 2 Las Vegas, 2 San Diego, 3 Los Angeles)
- 13 Breakfasts and 1 Hosted Farewell Group Dinner
- Admissions: Yosemite National Park, Alcatraz, Universal Studios, San Diego Zoo, and Cable Car pass
- All local and state hotel taxes
Price Do Not Include:
- Daily lunches, dinners (except farewell dinner), and beverages
- Hotel and airport baggage handling gratuities
- Driver and tour guide gratuities
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