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4-Day Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings, Santa Barbara, Solvang, 17-Mile, Monterey, Los Angeles Tour from San Francisco Tour Code: 088-19834

Overview
Visit Los Angeles (Walk of Fame), Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park (Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park), San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Apple Park, Silicon Valley), Santa Barbara (Seaview Train), Solvang (Denmark Village), Monterey (17-Mile Drive), Carmel, San Simeon (Hearst Castle, Point Piedras Blancas Beach).
  • Tour to Silicon Valley: Apple, Google
  • Ride on Amtrak Coast Starlight to Santa Barbara, enjoy the stunning coastline views along the way.
  • Drive down Coastal California Highway 1, stroll enchanting Carmel and Point Piedras Blancas
  • Experience breathtaking views along the famous 17-Mile Drive, showcasing the beauty of California's coastline
  • Explore Yosemite National Park! Experience the beauty of the deep valleys, meadows, and waterfalls
  • Experience diversity-huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world's largest trees in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
Price (/Person)
    Single $958
    Double $658
    3rd Person
    Adult $598
    Child
    (Age 0-11)    		 $598
    4th Person
    Adult $518
    Child
    (Age 0-11)    		 $518
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
Day 1 San Francisco - Yosemite National Park (167 miles)
Day 2 Yosemite National Park - Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park - Los Angeles (319 miles)
Day 3 Los Angeles - Santa Barbara - Solvang - San Simeon (216 miles)
Day 4 San Simeon - Carmel - Monterey - San Francisco (196 miles)

Day 1: San Francisco - Yosemite National Park (167 miles)

Standard Hotel: Quality Inn/Comfort Inn/Days Inn/Super 8/La Quinta/Best Western or similar
Meal: Excluded
Today will visit Yosemite National Park, Giant trees, mountains, and sparkling streams and lakes, glacier-carved canyons, all these unique features make up this Nature's true wonder. Take a walk in the woods and enjoy the fresh forest air. Stay overnight near the National Park.
Special note: In the event of severe weather such as snow and ice, road icing and road closures, we reserve the right to temporarily change the itinerary to ensure the safety of the journey: instead of going to Yosemite, you will go to Napa Valley and overnight at Fresno.

  • Yosemite National Park, CA

    Yosemite National Park, CA
    Yosemite National Park in central California is best known for the amazing granite cliffs of the Yosemite Valley as well as the towering Yosemite Falls and Sequoias. Millions of people every year journey to this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 2: Yosemite National Park - Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park - Los Angeles (319 miles)

Standard Hotel: Quality Inn/Comfort Inn/Days Inn/Super 8/La Quinta/Best Western or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park this morning. This dramatic landscape testifies to nature's size, beauty, and diversity-huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world's largest trees. Arrive in Los Angeles in the afternoon and stroll enchanting the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA

    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA
    These two adjoining national parks are famous for the giant sequoia trees that grow in them and nowhere else in the world. They were designated the UNESCO Sequoia-Kings Canyon Biosphere Reserve in 1976.

    Kings Canyon National Park

    Kings Canyon National Park
    Kings Canyon National Park is an American national park in California,which includes multiple 14,000-foot (4,300 m) peaks, high mountain meadows, swift-flowing rivers, and some of the world's largest stands of giant sequoia trees.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Sequoia National Park

    Sequoia National Park
    Located in the southern Sierra Nevada, Sequoia National Park is best known for its giant sequoia trees. Established in 1890, the national park is also home to Mount Whitney, the highest point in the continental US, which stands at 14,494 feet above sea level.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

  • Los Angeles, CA

    Los Angeles, CA
    A top US city, Los Angeles is known worldwide as the home of the rich and famous. From its prominent Hollywood neighborhood to landmarks like Dolby Theater, this magnificent city is sure to provide fun and amusement for all.

    Walk of Fame

    Walk of Fame
    The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a world-famous attraction in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles California. The entirety of the Walk spans 18 blocks and contains more than 2,400 stars emblazoned with the names of celebrities deemed worthy.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Day 3: Los Angeles - Santa Barbara - Solvang - San Simeon (216 miles)

Standard Hotel: The Morgan Hotel San Simeon/Oceanpoint Ranch/Cavalier Oceanfront Resort/Cambria Pines Lodge/White Water Inn/Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will depart from Oxnard Railway Station and ride the Coast Starlight train to Santa Barbara! Here, you can enjoy the stunning coastline views along the way. Upon reaching our destination in Santa Barbara, we will enjoy a lovely lunch then continue to drive along the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway and stop in Denmark Village of Solvang. After that we'll visit Hearst Castle and Point Piedras Blancas

  • Santa Barbara, CA

    Santa Barbara, CA
    "The American Riviera" in southern California is known for its year-round warm weather. It features miles of beaches as well as historic landmarks like the Mission Santa Barbara, a still-functioning church founded by Spanish missionaries in the 18th century.

    Seaview Train

    This scenic train ride takes passengers up the beautiful California coastline, affectionately known as the "California Riviera." Passing through Santa Barbara to and from Los Angeles, the ride is a great was for guests to relax and enjoy the view.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $60; Child $60|Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

  • Solvang, CA

    Solvang, CA
    Antiquated windmills and Northern Europeans-style architecture punctuate the little village's skyline. Brilliant sunshine, boundless open country and rolling hills- these are the characteristics of what the original Danish immigrants called "Solvang" or "Sunny Field"

    Denmark Village

    This small city near Santa Barbara, California is a popular California tourist spot due to its historical significance. The town was settled by Danish immigrants, and today serves as a portal to the past for curious visitors.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

  • San Simeon, CA

    San Simeon, CA
    San Simeon is a town on the Pacific coast of San Luis Obispo County, California. Its position along State Route 1 is approximately halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, each of those cities being roughly 230 miles (370 km) away. A key feature of the area is Hearst Castle.

    Hearst Castle

    Hearst Castle
    Hearst Castle is a mansion located on the central coast of California that is a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1919 for William Randolph Hearst, the mansion is more than 90,000 square feet in area.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours

    Point Piedras Blancas Beach

    Point Piedras Blancas Beach
    Piedras blancas, which means “white rocks” in Spanish, refers to the large, white, offshore rocks that served as navigational landmarks for early mariners. Piedras Blancas is a great place to view northern elephant seals, take in coastal vistas, or hike to the nearby light station.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Day 4: San Simeon - Carmel - Monterey - San Francisco (196 miles)

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
In the morning, we will drive to Carmel. Afterwards, we will head to Monterey, where we will drive along the scenic coastline of the 17-Mile Drive and spend some time in Monterey Bay Aquarium before continuing north to San Francisco, where we will visit Silicon Valley before arriving in the evening.

  • Carmel, CA

    Carmel, CA
    Officially called Carmel-by-the-Sea, this coastal Southern California town is known for its amazing scenery as well as its art scene past and present. Former mayors include Clint Eastwood, Perry Newberry, and Herbert Heron, among other artistic icons.

  • Monterey, CA

    Monterey, CA
    Monterey was the capital of Alta California under both Spain and Mexico. It was the only port of entry for taxable goods in California. In 1846 the U.S. flag was raised over the Customs House, and California became part of the United States after the ensuing Mexican-American War.

    17-Mile Drive

    17-Mile Drive
    This breathtaking stretch of coastline along California's Monterey Peninsula takes visitors through a maze of beautiful scenery, unique wildlife, and amazing mansions. Enjoy shopping and dining along the way in addition to taking in the vistas.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Monterey Bay Aquarium

    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    This large aquarium in Monterey, California is home to some of the world's largest and most unique exhibits. It was both the first aquarium to successfully keep a great white shark and cultivate a kelp forest for show.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $65; Child (3-9 yrs) $45|Opening Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm, Winter: 10am - 5pm; Summer: 9:30am - 6pm; Summer Weekend: 9:30am - 8pm; Close on Christamas Day|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

  • San Francisco, CA

    San Francisco, CA
    San Francisco, the heart of central California's Bay Area, is famous for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, its unique culture, and its position at the forefront of technological innovation. Beautiful weather and waterfront views await visitors as well!

    Silicon Valley

    Silicon Valley
    Today we visit the world famous Silicon Valley where we will visit Google, Apple, Intel, HP and Facebook, top technology companies.

    Apple Park

    Apple Park
    Apple park, conceived by Steve Jobs, is the corporate headquarters of Apple Inc. It has a nickname of spaceship for its circular design and extreme scale.

    Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 7:00pm, Sat 10:00am - 7:00pm, Sun 11:00am - 6:00pm|Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

    Fisherman's Wharf

    Fisherman's Wharf
    This San Francisco neighborhood is a popular tourist area due to its lovely scenery and abundance of shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions. The area also hosts several annual events, such as a July 4th fireworks show.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

    Golden Gate Bridge

    Golden Gate Bridge
    The iconic arches of San Francisco, California's Golden Gate Bridge are known the world over as a symbol of California and the San Francisco Bay area. From movies to postcards, the Golden Gate Bridge is an American icon.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure Return
San Francisco, CA 1350 Grand Rd, Mountain View, CA 94040 8:00am 8:00pm
Burlingame, CA 777 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA 94010 8:30am 8:30pm
San Francisco, CA 1291 Geary & Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 9:00am 9:00pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

  • Please arrive at your departure point 15 mins before departure time. There will be no refund if you are late or miss the bus.

Price Includes

  • 3 nights hotel accomodation
  • Professional tourism vehicle and commercial vehicle insurance
  • Professional tour guide service (Chinese/English)

Price Excludes

  • Optional Activities
Destination Adult Child
Monterey, CA
Monterey Bay Aquarium (Optional) $65 $45 (3-9 yrs)
Napa Valley
Wine Tasting Fees (Optional) $78 /
Santa Barbara, CA
Seaview Train (Optional) $60 $60
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Mandatory fee: $150/person Including 17-Mile Drive + Hearst Castle + Silicon Valley Tour (Apple, Google) + Yosemite National Park + Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park + Fuel surcharge
  • Tour guide gratuities: $15/person/day
  • Personal expenses (such as meals, phone calls, pay-per-view TV, laundry, beverages, personal travel and medical insurance)
  • Other expenses not listed in the cost description

Additional Note

  • Due to the impact of the pandemic, tour itineraries may be adjusted due to changes in the operating policies of tourist attractions. Please refer to the final tour confirmation letter after booking. If you have any questions, please contact us. Specific itinerary arrangements will be subject to the tour guide's arrangements on the day of departure.
  • The tour guide will contact you one day before the departure. Please keep your mobile phone on and answer the call. If you are on a plane or cruise ship the day before the tour, please inform us in advance. We will contact you in advance.
  • The local tour operator has the right to adjust the order of visiting tourist attractions and cities due to the actual conditions on the day of the tour (departure date, weather, transportation or other objective factors). It is not recommended that tourists leave the tour early. Losses caused by personal reasons, such as leaving the tour early, shall be borne by the tourists themselves, and the tour fees already paid will not be refunded or compensated in other ways.
  • The ticket prices are for reference only, and changes may occur without prior notice.
  • At least one adult aged 18 or above must be included in each group of tourists, and no pets or animals are allowed on board.
  • Hotel check-in time is after 3:00 pm. All rooms are non-smoking. Smoking in the room will result in a fine of more than $250. Except for Las Vegas, for the first night of airport pickup in other cities, please check in by yourself with the itinerary confirmation or hotel confirmation number and valid identification of the members in the tour.
  • Generally, hotels will charge a deposit of $50-$100, which will be refunded upon check-out.
  • During long weekend holidays such as New Year, National Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, etc., if the hotel prices change temporarily, we will contact you at the time of order confirmation.
  • Room allocation service is only available for orders 15 days before departure or more.
  • All necessary fees are packaged, including visits to tourist attractions. If the tourist attractions are not open on the day of the tour, alternative attractions will be arranged for visiting, and the cost will not be changed. If there are no alternative attractions, the corresponding refunds will be arranged.
  • Tourists in the same room cannot use different pick-up points. Please understand and be aware of this.
  • The service fee is calculated on a daily basis, and is required for airport pickup, check-in at hotels (except for Los Angeles), free activities or early departure. Please be aware of this and thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
  • Tourists must purchase tickets with the tour guide. City Pass or bringing your own tickets are not allowed. The ticket price is subject to the current price of the tourist attraction. If tourists insist on using their own tickets, the local tour operator will not provide transportation or tour guide services for the day.

Confirmation

  • All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book the airline tickets until you received the confirmation.

Redemption

  • Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your e-ticket. You must print and bring e-ticket(s) on your trip, as they serve as proof of purchase.

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    Booking and Reservation
    All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
  • Travel Documents
    Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
  • Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
    30 days or more prior to departure - - No penalty.
    15-29 days or more prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    8-14 days prior to departure - 70% of total purchase amount.
    Within 7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
    Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
    The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
    NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
  • Broading Time and Location
    All passengers must arrive 15 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after reservation is made.
  • Travel Insurance
    Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
  • Itinerary Variations
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
  • Tour Cancellation
    We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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