10 days in California Itinerary

You've added Muir Woods National Monument, Sausalito Boardwalk, Lombard Street, and other attractions to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sat): wander the streets of Fisherman's Wharf, stroll around Washington Square, then take in the pleasant sights at Lombard Street, and finally take a stroll through Nob Hill. On the 27th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Alcatraz Island and then get a taste of local nightlife at San Francisco Love Tours.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our San Francisco holiday website.

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to San Francisco. In August in San Francisco, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 59°F at night. You will have some time to spend on the 28th (Mon) before leaving for Calistoga.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Charles M. Schulz Museum, Jack London State Historic Park and Petrified Forest. Start off your visit on the 28th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Charles M. Schulz Museum, then trek along Jack London State Historic Park, and then admire the majestic nature at Columbia State Historic Park. On the 29th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: do a tasting at Castello di Amorosa, delve into the lush surroundings at Petrified Forest, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Old Faithful Geyser of California, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Calistoga tour itinerary app.

You can drive from San Francisco to Calistoga in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi. When traveling from San Francisco in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Calistoga, with highs around 82°F, while nights are little chillier with lows around 54°F. On the 30th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Jamestown.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Jamestown trip itinerary maker tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Calistoga to Jamestown. Traveling from Calistoga in August, expect nights in Jamestown to be about the same, around 59°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 93°F. You'll set off for Yosemite National Park on the 30th (Wed).

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Thu): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bridalveil Fall and then hike along Mariposa Grove. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take some stellar pictures from Washburn Point, explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point, then take in the dramatic natural features at Sentinel Dome, then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, and finally take a memorable drive along Tioga Pass.

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Yosemite National Park online day trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Jamestown to Yosemite National Park. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Jamestown in August: high temperatures in Yosemite National Park hover around 81°F and lows are around 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to travel to San Simeon.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): contemplate the long history of Hearst Castle.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our San Simeon route planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Simeon. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in September, things will get somewhat warmer in San Simeon: highs are around 90°F and lows about 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Carmel.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): cruise along 17-Mile Drive and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Scenic Road Walkway.

For ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Carmel holiday builder.

You can drive from San Simeon to Carmel in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. When traveling from San Simeon in September, plan for a bit cooler days in Carmel, with highs around 72°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 56°F. On the 4th (Mon), you'll travel back home.