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Discover the true wonders of the diverse state of California. From the wild and rugged North Coast to the staggering beauty of Yosemite National Park. From the grandeur of Kings Canyon to the jaw-dropping Big Sur region and the quaint seaside towns with miles of golden beaches. Whether travelling as a couple or a family - California has something to please everyone.
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Distance: 165 miles
Leave San Francisco and travel into northern California. Here you’ll discover miles and miles of spectacular coastline. The landscape is defined by the Pacific Ocean, but instead of boardwalks and bikinis there are dramatic cliffs and pounding waves - the sunbathers are mostly sea lions. There are no strip malls here, just small sleepy towns tucked along the ragged shoreline.Distance: 325 miles
Know locally as The Big Blue, Lake Tahoe, is a the largest alpine and the second deepest lake in North America. Emerald in colour and surrounded by the snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountain, it's an astonishingly beautiful place. Take a trip on the paddle steamer, or enjoy a gondola ride to the top of the mountain for a birds eye view over the area.
Distance: 173 miles
Travel via the Mendocino National Forest, the California State Capital, Sacramento and the historic Gold Rush towns to mighty Yosemite National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Centre lies in the very heart of California and is home to some of the world’s most stunning scenery. Here you’ll enjoy hiking, biking, backpacking, rock climbing, kayaking, horseback riding, fishing, swimming, bird watching, cross-country skiing, touring and photography. Be sure to visit the Ansel Adams Gallery and view the striking photos he took of this jaw dropping National Park.Distance: 170 miles
Your journey next takes you through the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountain range just south of Yosemite National Park to Kings Canyon & Sequoia National Parks.Distance: 140 miles
Leave the verdant National Parks behind and head for the Pacific Ocean and one of the world’s most scenic drives – Highway 1. Few stretches of road anywhere can compare to the staggering beauty of Highway 1 - The Pacific Coast Highway. Forested mountains slope off the edge of the North American continent into azure water; great, jagged rocks jut out of crashing surf like breaching whales; and hilltops are crowned with picturesque towns, spectacular mountains and old mission churches dating back to colonial days. Be sure to stop at famous Hearst Castle, a lavish palace built by William Randolph Hearst in the early 1900s. Your overnight stay is in San Simeon.
Distance: 96 miles
En route to your final stop along the Pacific Coast Highway to Monterey, you’ll be able to enjoy the storybook ambience of delightful Carmel by the Sea, the incredibly scenic 17 Mile Drive and the Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.Monterey is one of the most beautiful Californian coastal towns. This lively seaside community has two distinct landmarks - Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, both immortalised by novelist, John Steinbeck. In these historic spots you’ll discover quirky shops, seafood restaurants, wine tasting boutiques and art galleries. Be sure to jump aboard a whale watching tour around the picturesque bay, or for the more energetic a guided bike tour of the sights on the famous 17 Mile Drive is a must.
Distance: 120 miles
On your journey back to San Francisco Airport stop at pretty Capitola By The Sea and admire the surfers or stroll along the 100 year old boardwalk at charming Santa Cruz.This is your last day but your adventure doesn't have to end here. Perhaps you may want to extend your stay and travel down to Los Angeles for some relaxation and sightseeing, or maybe you would like to head to the bright lights of Las Vegas before heading back the UK.
Call the travel specialists at Bon Voyage to discuss your perfect California Landscapes adventure.