(11 days / 10 nights - Begins Seattle & Ends Los Angeles)
Tour Itinerary
Day 01 - Seattle Arrival
Arrive in Seattle and pick up your rental car. Transfer independently to your hotel.
Hotel: Sixth Avenue Inn or similar
Day 02 - Seattle – Mt. Rainier National Park – Mt. St. Helens – Portland
Driving distance: 269 mi./430 km.
This morning at 08.00 you will be met byrepresentative and provided with a welcome kit which includes driving instructions, vouchers and maps for your tour. Depart Seattle today en route to Mt. Rainier National Park, one of the outstanding scenic wonders of the Northwest. Cross the Columbia River for a stop at Mt. St. Helens that will reveal the devastation created by the 1980 eruption of this active volcano. Then continue to arrive in Portland in the evening.
Hotel: Portland Hilton or similar
Day 03 - Portland -Oregon Dunes – Redwood National Park
Driving distance: 350 mi./560 km.
The dramatic, desolate coastline of Oregon has created panoramic vistas and picturesque images for you to enjoy today. The peaceful drive through ever-changing terrain will take you through small towns which reflect the essence of Oregon and the American Spirit.
Hotel: Best Western Northwoods Inn or similar
Day 04 - Redwood National Park – Mendocino
Driving Distance: 230 mi./380 km.
Pass former Russian fishing settlements as you continue your drive South today. The giant redwoods are protected in state and national parks that collectively are a World Heritage site.
Hotel: Best Western Humboldt Bay Inn or similar
Day 05 - Mendocino – San Francisco
Driving Distance : 170 mi./280 km.
Follow the coastline of California north to the village of Mendocino. The town of Mendocino is a Historic Preservation District on the National Register of Historic Places with a superb coastal setting and is the perfect place to linger before continuing South to San Francisco. There will be time to explore the city this evening.
Hotel: King George Ho
tel or similar
Day 06 - San Francisco
Enjoy a wonderful day touring the city. See places like Union Square, Golden Gate Bridge, and Fisherman’s Wharf, where you can take a short boat trip to tour infamous Alcatraz Island.
Day 07 - San Francisco – Monterey/Carmel
Driving distance: 124 mi./200 km. Today’s drive takes you down the California coast to Monterey. Stroll along Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row before continuing along the stunning landscape of the 17-Mile Drive en route to the village of Carmel.
Hotel: Travelodge Monterey or similar
Day 08 - Monterey/Carmel – Big Sur – Cambria
Driving Distance: 240 mi./390 km.
Follow Pacific Coast Highway south along the Big Sur Peninsular. On the way enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean pounding the cliffs and rocks below. Why not take time to visit Hearts Castle and learn about its fascinating history. Overnight in the charming village of Cambria where you will find art galleries and family run restaurants.
Hotel: Cambria Pines Lodge or similar
Day 09 - Cambria – Santa Barbara – Malibu – Santa Monica – Los Angeles
Driving distance: 100 mi./160 km.
Drive along the beaches of Southern California to Los Angeles. Visit Beverly Hills, the Farmer’s Market, and Hollywood.
Hotel: Custom Hotel or similar
Day 10 - Los Angeles
Perhaps visit Universal Studios, the world’s largest television and movie studios today or see Hollywood, Mann’s Chinese Theatre, Sunset Strip, and Beverly Hills.
Day 11 - Los Angeles Departure
Return your car to the airport before your departure flight.
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