13 days in Las Vegas & California Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

On the 18th (Fri), shop like a local with The Strip, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, then admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck. On your second day here, examine the collection at The Mob Museum, then enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller, and then take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

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Jersey City to Las Vegas is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Jersey City to Las Vegas is minus 3 hours. When traveling from Jersey City in December, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 57°F by day to 39°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to travel to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Sun): appreciate the history behind Cabrillo National Monument and then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo.

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You can fly from Las Vegas to San Diego in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Las Vegas in December; daily highs in San Diego reach 68°F and lows reach 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Anaheim.

Anaheim's major attractions are its world-famous Disney entertainment complex, sports teams, and convention center.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Mon): discover the magic at Downtown Disney District and then discover the magic at Disneyland Park.

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Drive from San Diego to Anaheim in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 71°F, and evening lows to 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): stop by Bergamot Station, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, examine the collection at The Getty Center, then stroll the grounds of Hollywood Forever Cemetery, and finally see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory.

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You can drive from Anaheim to Los Angeles in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Los Angeles are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 49°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can travel to South Lake Tahoe.

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): hit the slopes at Adventure Mountain, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Sand Harbor, and then fly down the slopes at Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals. On the 24th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: capture your vacation like a pro with Tahoe Photographic Tours, admire the landmark architecture of Vikingsholm, and then relax and rejuvenate at Lake Tahoe Yoga.

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Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Los Angeles in December; daily highs in South Lake Tahoe reach 45°F and lows reach 19°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Yosemite National Park.

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.

Attractions like Badger Pass Ski Area and Half Dome make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, take some stellar pictures from Washburn Point, look for all kinds of wild species at Cathedral Beach Picnic Area, and pause for some serene contemplation at Yosemite Valley Chapel.

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You can take a bus from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from South Lake Tahoe in December since evenings lows in Yosemite National Park dip to 14°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

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Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in December, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in San Francisco: temperatures range from 59°F by day to 45°F at night. You will leave for home on the 28th (Mon).