20 days in California Itinerary
Created using Inspirock California tour itinerary maker
Start: London
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Los Angeles
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Santa Barbara
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Pismo Beach
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Yosemite National Park
— 5 nights
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Oakville
— 1 night
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Monterey
— 3 nights
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Los Angeles — 3 nights
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City of Angels
When in Los Angeles, make a side trip to see Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, approximately Anaheim away. Pack the 4th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 5th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. Next up on the itinerary: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, go for a walk through 26-Mile Bike Path, and explore and take pictures at Mulholland Drive.
To find reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Los Angeles planner.
London, UK to Los Angeles is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -8 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from London in July, with highs in Los Angeles at 33°C and lows at 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can go by car to Santa Barbara.
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London, UK to Los Angeles is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -8 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from London in July, with highs in Los Angeles at 33°C and lows at 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can go by car to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara — 3 nights
The American Riviera
Venture out of the city with trips to Rusack Vineyards (in Solvang) and Calboat Diving - Spectre Dive Boat (in Ventura). There's much more to do: indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, make a trip to Chaucer's Bookstore, take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Santa Barbara Zoo.
To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Santa Barbara attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in July, with highs in Santa Barbara at 28°C and lows at 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can go by car to Pismo Beach.
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To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Santa Barbara attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in July, with highs in Santa Barbara at 28°C and lows at 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can go by car to Pismo Beach.
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Pismo Beach — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Price Anniversary House - Price Historical Park, then indulge your taste buds at Central Coast Food and Wine Tours, and then immerse yourself in nature at Montana de Oro State Park.
For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Pismo Beach trip itinerary planning website.
Drive from Santa Barbara to Pismo Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. July in Pismo Beach sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel to Yosemite National Park.
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For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Pismo Beach trip itinerary planning website.
Drive from Santa Barbara to Pismo Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. July in Pismo Beach sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 5 nights
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Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, stroll through Tuolumne Meadows, make a trip to Half Dome, and cruise along Tioga Pass.
To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park trip itinerary website.
Explore your travel options from Pismo Beach to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Pismo Beach in July, expect a bit cooler with lows of 9°C in Yosemite National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Oakville.
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To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park trip itinerary website.
Explore your travel options from Pismo Beach to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Pismo Beach in July, expect a bit cooler with lows of 9°C in Yosemite National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Oakville.
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Oakville — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): stop by Oakville Grocery, then do a tasting at B Cellars Vineyards and Winery, then do a tasting at Beaulieu Vineyard, and finally shop like a local with Mumm Napa.
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You can drive from Yosemite National Park to Oakville in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and train; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Yosemite National Park in July since evenings lows in Oakville dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Oakville using our trip planner.
You can drive from Yosemite National Park to Oakville in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and train; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Yosemite National Park in July since evenings lows in Oakville dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Golden Gate Bridge, stroll around Golden Gate Park, take a stroll through Union Square, and head off the coast to Alcatraz Island.
To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco trip itinerary builder tool.
You can drive from Oakville to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and subway; or take a bus. While traveling from Oakville, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Monterey.
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To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco trip itinerary builder tool.
You can drive from Oakville to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and subway; or take a bus. While traveling from Oakville, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Monterey.
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Monterey — 3 nights
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On the 20th (Thu), appreciate the extensive heritage of Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard, take a memorable drive along 17-Mile Drive, then immerse yourself in nature at Point Lobos, and finally get engrossed in the history at Casa Serrano, Historic Adobe. On the 21st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: meet the residents at Monterey Bay Aquarium, look for gifts at AiX, and then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Monterey trip site.
Drive from San Francisco to Monterey in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can fly back home.
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For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Monterey trip site.
Drive from San Francisco to Monterey in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can fly back home.
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California travel guide
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.
Napa Valley travel guide
Thanks to a Mediterranean climate and idyllic location in Northern California, Napa Valley is one of the top wine producing regions in the world. This, coupled with the area's breathtaking scenery, abundance of quaint B&Bs, and exquisite local gastronomy, makes Napa Valley one of the country's most popular spots for peaceful weekends and romantic getaways. While wine tasting and vineyard tours are the traditional things to do, the region offers a variety of other attractions, including hot air balloon rides, spa treatments, and trips aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train.
