Tour California Dreamin' | Visit United States of America

Incluye

Lodging in Los Angeles

Lodging in Santa Cruz

Lodging in San Francisco

Local guide

Transportation

No Incluye

Meals

Does not include flights

Does not include transfer

No extra expenses

Itinerary

Explore our day-by-day itinerary and discover everything that awaits you on this incredible adventure.

Day 1: Arrival in Los Angeles

You have arrived in Los Angeles!

In addition to being one of the largest and most touristic cities in the United States, it is made up of several neighborhoods, in which there are endless fascinating activities that you can do in your spare time.

You must arrive on your own to the hostel, if you arrive very early in the morning you will have enough time to relax and go for a walk.

Try to be ready at 5pm for the pre-trip briefing (approximately 5pm).

After the briefing, they will meet for a walk on the beach at sunset.

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Los Angeles HI Santa Monica or similar

Note: If you arrive early take into consideration that check-in is at 3pm.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 2: Los Angeles

In the morning you head to the beach to take a special sand volleyball class.

Once the activity on the beach is over, you will have free time to do some activities on your own.

We suggest you eat brunch at Perry's Café, skate along the boardwalk, visit Venice Beach, a beach with a bohemian atmosphere.

You meet in the hostel lobby to go to the nearest Metro station, the next activity is Sunset Boulevard better known as "Los Angeles Sunset Strip".

On this avenue you can visit various fashion stores and shopping malls.

The Sunset Strip unites Hollywood with Beverly Hills, for this reason it is a place that continues to be frequented by movie stars. That's why we suggest you keep your eyes open and your camera ready because you can find your favorite artist.

Later you will go to the Hollywood Boulevard Walk of Fame, also known as "Walk of Fame". Here you can walk in the footsteps of the most famous Hollywood characters.

You will have free time to get to know this wonderful city a little more on your own.

We suggest you take a tourist bus, which can take you to see the houses of different artists of the moment: Chris Brown, Madonna, Justin Bieber, among others.

At the time agreed upon with your guide, they will all meet together to take a transport that will take them to Griffith Park; where they will take a walk to the observatory enjoying one of the best views of the city as well as seeing the iconic Hollywood sign.

You will have the opportunity to explore the incredible Griffith Observatory.

Finally, you will return to the hostel, but not before continuing to admire the view of the city lights.

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Los Angeles HI Santa Monica or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 3: Los Angeles

You have this day totally free so you can visit the Theme Parks on your own: Disneyland or Universal Studios.

A curious fact that you should know is, Disneyland California is the only theme park of the company whose design was supervised by Walt Disney himself.

In case you choose not to go to a theme park, there will be a completely local and optional activity called "Heal the Bay", this means that you will be volunteering and helping to clean up the coast.

Note: You must book tickets to each of these sites in advance. Keep in mind that it takes 1.5 - 2 hours to get to the parks using public transport. We suggest using Uber or Lyft and splitting the cost

(approximately 25 to 40 USD roundtrip each)

Note: If you choose to be a volunteer, you must notify your guide by chat or when you arrive at your destination, so that they can contemplate you in this activity.

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Los Angeles HI Santa Monica or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 4: Los Angeles - Santa Cruz

Get ready to continue with this incredible experience.

In the morning you will go to the nearest station where you will board the Coast Starlight train bound for Los Angeles to Salinas, a city located in Monterey County.

The train you will take is considered one of the most spectacular of all the train routes that run along the Pacific Ocean Coast.

In the evening you will arrive at the hotel where you will check-in, you can relax for a while and then go for a night walk around the city.

Finally you and your group will have the opportunity to have a Hawaiian style dinner (not included).

Meals: Not included.

Accommodation: HI Santa Cruz Hostel or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 5: Santa Cruz

You start the day with a delicious breakfast (not included).

Today you have the opportunity to discover this legendary beach on your own.

We suggest you rent a surfing or bodyboarding class, you can also watch the sea lions from the Pier, play beach volleyball, stroll through the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park or if you prefer you can go shopping at the stores that are along the boardwalk.

Approach your guide who can gladly give you suggestions for other activities to do.

Meals: Not included.

Accommodation: HI Santa Cruz Hostel or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 6: Santa Cruz - San Francisco

After having breakfast (not included) and checking out at the hostel, you will transfer to San Francisco.

Once you have checked into the corresponding hostel, you can relax for a moment and then take a guided tour of the center of this unique city.

At night you can enjoy a delicious dinner in the famous Chinatown.

Meals: Not included.

Accommodation: HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 7: San Francisco

You start the day by getting on the tram that will take you to Fisherman's Wharf, one of the busiest tourist areas in the city.

In this place the bike ride will start, the first point to go will be the Golden Gate Bridge and then go to Sausalito.

There is a short break for lunch (not included).

After lunch you have free time to explore San Francisco in your own way, you can return to San Francisco by ferry or bicycle, go shopping at the popular shopping center and tourist attraction Pier 39, tour the Golden Gate Park and Botanical Gardens, stroll through the Plaza Alamo and the Painted Ladies or visit the historic hippy district of Haight-Ashbury. Do not hesitate to approach your guide to help you with more recommendations.

Finally you return to the hostel to rest as tomorrow you will walk through Yosemite National Park.

Meals: Not included.

Accommodation: HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 8: Yosemite

Early in the morning you will board the bus that will take you to Yosemite National Park.

During the journey there will be a bathroom and stop for breakfast.

You will go through the park little by little, having incredible views of "El Capitan" or "Half Dome", a vertical wall that stands out from the entire park and is an icon of the place.

You will walk among one of the oldest living beings in the world: the giant Sequoia trees.

At night you will return to the hostel to pack your bags.

Meals: Not included.

Accommodation: HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel or similar.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

Day 9: San Francisco - City of Origin

The tour ends today, we hope you will travel with us again soon. In the meantime, you check out and prepare to catch your flight home.

The transfer to the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is not included, so you will have to take it on your own.

Note: Take into account that check-out is at 11am

Meals: Breakfast.

Accommodation: no.

Note: Itinerary times are approximate.

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