Pacific Coast Highway
Drive the scenic Highway 1, the Pacific Coast road through Big Sur and Santa Barbara.
Unveiling some of the highlights of California, this itinerary takes in San Francisco, Yosemite National Park and the scenic Highway 1 on a journey that seamlessly blends an artsy city stay with time spent in a densely forested wilderness. Plus, to top off an iconic coastal drive, spend a few nights in a comfortable private camp overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Drive the scenic Highway 1, the Pacific Coast road through Big Sur and Santa Barbara.
Pitch up in Big Sur in a private tented camp complete with telescope, hot showers and chef.
Soak up the cool vibes of the laid-back coastal town of Santa Barbara.
Explore San Francisco, ripping open hot sourdough rolls and riding the iconic cable cars.
Ideally suited for outdoor enthusiasts with an appreciation for rolling cities and road tripping, this journey moves from bicycle-packed San Francisco to granite-dotted Yosemite and finishes with a traverse of one of the world’s most iconic scenic driving routes. Sprinkled with a touch of expert private guiding, opportunities to try surfing and a truly remarkable tented camping experience on Big Sur, this trip encapsulates an eclectic mix of California’s most coveted hot spots.
Days 1-2
San Francisco
Day 3
San Francisco - Yosemite National Park
Days 4-5
Yosemite National Park
Day 6
Yosemite National Park - Big Sur
Days 7-8
Big Sur
Day 9
Big Sur - Santa Barbara
Day 10
Santa Barbara
Day 11
Santa Barbara - Los Angeles
Days 1-2
San Francisco
Discover the highlights of trendy San Francisco, rip open a hot sourdough roll and riding the iconic cable cars.
Day 3
San Francisco - Yosemite National Park
Days 4-5
Yosemite National Park
Explore Yosemite National Park with its giant sequoia groves and hundreds of species of wildlife and plants.
Day 6
Yosemite National Park - Big Sur
Days 7-8
Big Sur
Day 9
Big Sur - Santa Barbara
Drive the scenic Highway 1, the Pacific Coast’s famed road that travels through Big Sur and Santa Barbara.
Day 10
Santa Barbara
Paddle along the California Coast and through rugged sea caves during a guided kayaking tour.
Day 11
Santa Barbara - Los Angeles
Drive on the Pacific Coast Highway, known for its spectacular coastline of rocky cliffs, endless ocean views and golden sandy surf beaches. Spend the night camping in a private and remote setting in Big Sur, amongst an incredible landscape of redwood forests and accompanied by a professional chef and crew. Complete with beds and linens for maximum comfort, hot showers, a lounge area to unwind and a telescope to watch the stars, this memorable experience is camping like you’ve never camped before.
The bustling beach community of Santa Barbara, known as the American Riviera, is a sought after destination that offers a quaint collection of small boutiques, cafes and restaurants. It is possible to paddle along the California Coast and through rugged sea caves during a guided kayaking tour, set off on a private whale watching adventure or absorb the sweeping views of Santa Barbara’s breathtaking skyline during a sunset sail. We can also arrange trots down pristine and quiet beaches, horseback wine tours in Santa Ynez and vineyard bicycle tours with stops for tastings of wine, olive oil, and gourmet farm-to-table cuisine.
From cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge to sampling delicious sourdough loaves, the bustling city of San Francisco boasts an array of world-class attractions. It is possible to take a privately guided tour of San Francisco in your very own vintage cable car, sail to Alcatraz Island for an after hours tour of the infamous prison or take a flight over the Bay Area’s dramatic coastline. Art lovers will rejoice in a private tour of the world-renowned collections of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, while foodies will appreciate skipping the lines during a guided journey around the delicious eateries of the Mission’s Valencia Corridor.
Self-drive to the peace and wilderness of Yosemite National Park, one of the nation’s most celebrated parks and renowned for its huge granite landscapes, unusual rock formations and impressive waterfalls. Spend a day with a local naturalist guide, stopping for an impressive picnic lunch and taking in the views of Sentinel Dome and Glacier Point. We can arrange half-day photography workshops in the company of an expert with insider knowledge, breathtaking stargazing experiences and adrenaline-filled white water rafting trips over class IV rapids.
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