31 days in California Itinerary
31 days in California Itinerary
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31 days in California Itinerary
Start: San Ramon
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San Ramon
— 3 nights
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Oakland
— Few hours
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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Oakland
— Few hours
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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Berkeley
— Few hours
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45min
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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San Francisco
— 1 night
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San Ramon
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San Francisco
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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San Francisco
— Few hours
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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San Jose
— Few hours
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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San Jose
— Few hours
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San Ramon
— 1 night
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Sacramento
— 1 day
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South Lake Tahoe
— 1 night
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Yosemite National Park
— 2 nights
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4h 15min
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San Francisco
— 2 nights
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Point Reyes Station
— Few hours
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Sausalito
— 1 day
bus:
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San Francisco
— 1 night
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Santa Cruz
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Monterey
— 1 night
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Carmel
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Santa Barbara
— 1 night
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Santa Monica
— 1 day
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Los Angeles
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San Diego
— 3 nights
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Los Angeles
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San Ramon
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San Ramon is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States, located 15 miles east of San Francisco, and within the San Ramon Valley. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes San Francisco Premium Outlets.
To find photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read San Ramon itinerary planner.
If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major airports are San Francisco International Airport, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. In October, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to travel to Oakland.
To find photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read San Ramon itinerary planner.
If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major airports are San Francisco International Airport, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. In October, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to travel to Oakland.
Things to do in San Ramon
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San Francisco Premium Outlets
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San Francisco Premium Outlets
4:30pm, Tue Oct 3
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Oakland
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Oakland is the largest city and the county seat of Alameda County, California, United States. You've now added Old Oakland to your itinerary.
To find maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Oakland trip builder.
Oakland is just a stone's throw from San Ramon. Traveling from San Ramon in October, you will find days in Oakland are a bit cooler (25°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
To find maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Oakland trip builder.
Oakland is just a stone's throw from San Ramon. Traveling from San Ramon in October, you will find days in Oakland are a bit cooler (25°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in Oakland
Side Trip
Posey Tube
Highlights from your plan

Old Oakland
7:00pm, Wed Oct 4

Posey Tube
6:00pm, Wed Oct 4
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San Ramon
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To find where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our San Ramon itinerary planner.
San Ramon is just a short distance from Oakland. Traveling from Oakland in October, you will find days in San Ramon are a bit warmer (29°C), and nights are about the same (11°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can travel to Oakland.
San Ramon is just a short distance from Oakland. Traveling from Oakland in October, you will find days in San Ramon are a bit warmer (29°C), and nights are about the same (11°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can travel to Oakland.
Things to do in San Ramon
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Oakland
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Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Chinatown.
For photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Oakland itinerary maker.
Oakland is just a stone's throw from San Ramon. Traveling from San Ramon in October, expect nights in Oakland to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
For photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Oakland itinerary maker.
Oakland is just a stone's throw from San Ramon. Traveling from San Ramon in October, expect nights in Oakland to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in Oakland
Highlights from your plan

Chinatown
6:30pm, Thu Oct 5
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San Ramon
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To find maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the San Ramon travel itinerary planner.
San Ramon is just a short distance from Oakland. When traveling from Oakland in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in San Ramon: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to travel to Berkeley.
San Ramon is just a short distance from Oakland. When traveling from Oakland in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in San Ramon: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to travel to Berkeley.
Things to do in San Ramon
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Berkeley
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Berkeley is a city on the east shore of San Francisco Bay in northern Alameda County, California. To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Berkeley tour planner.
Drive from San Ramon to Berkeley in an hour. While traveling from San Ramon, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Berkeley, ranging from highs of 25°C to lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
Drive from San Ramon to Berkeley in an hour. While traveling from San Ramon, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Berkeley, ranging from highs of 25°C to lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in Berkeley
Highlights from your plan

Berkeley Marina
6:00pm, Fri Oct 6
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San Ramon
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To find where to stay, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the San Ramon online itinerary creator.
You can drive from Berkeley to San Ramon in an hour. While traveling from Berkeley, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in San Ramon, ranging from highs of 29°C to lows of 11°C. On the 7th (Sat), you'll travel to San Francisco.
You can drive from Berkeley to San Ramon in an hour. While traveling from Berkeley, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in San Ramon, ranging from highs of 29°C to lows of 11°C. On the 7th (Sat), you'll travel to San Francisco.
Things to do in San Ramon
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San Francisco
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.You've added Golden Gate Park, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, and other attractions to your itinerary. On the 7th (Sat), wander the streets of Marina District, catch a live performance at Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, then stroll through Golden Gate Park, then don't miss a visit to Lombard Street, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Filbert Steps. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Japan Center, visit a coastal fixture at Fort Point, take a stroll through Chinatown, then explore the engaging exhibits at Exploratorium, then take a leisurely stroll along The Embarcadero, and finally wander the streets of SoMa (South of Market Street).
To find ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco vacation planner.
You can drive from San Ramon to San Francisco in an hour. Traveling from San Ramon in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in San Francisco, with lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in San Francisco
Highlights from your plan

Marina District
8:30am, Sat Oct 7

Exploratorium
1:30pm, Sun Oct 8

Union Square
8:30pm, Sat Oct 7
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San Ramon
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Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): cool off at Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area, see the interesting displays at Museum on Main, and then pick up some local products at Pleasanton Farmers' Market.
To see ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the San Ramon online itinerary creator.
Getting from San Francisco to San Ramon by car takes about an hour. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from San Francisco in October since evenings lows in San Ramon dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to San Francisco.
To see ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the San Ramon online itinerary creator.
Getting from San Francisco to San Ramon by car takes about an hour. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from San Francisco in October since evenings lows in San Ramon dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to San Francisco.
Things to do in San Ramon
Side Trip
Pleasanton
Highlights from your plan

Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area
4:30pm, Mon Oct 9

Museum on Main
9:00pm, Mon Oct 9
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San Francisco
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City by the Bay
You've now added Baker Beach to your itinerary.
To see photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the San Francisco custom trip planner.
You can drive from San Ramon to San Francisco in an hour. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from San Ramon in October since evenings lows in San Francisco dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to San Ramon.
To see photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the San Francisco custom trip planner.
You can drive from San Ramon to San Francisco in an hour. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from San Ramon in October since evenings lows in San Francisco dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in San Francisco
Highlights from your plan

Washington Square
7:30pm, Tue Oct 10

North Beach
8:30pm, Tue Oct 10

Baker Beach
6:00pm, Tue Oct 10
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San Ramon
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To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the San Ramon custom trip planner.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Ramon in an hour. Traveling from San Francisco in October, San Ramon is slightly colder at night with lows of 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to San Francisco.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Ramon in an hour. Traveling from San Francisco in October, San Ramon is slightly colder at night with lows of 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to San Francisco.
Things to do in San Ramon
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San Francisco
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City by the Bay
Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Musee Mecanique.
To find traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the San Francisco travel planner.
Drive from San Ramon to San Francisco in an hour. Traveling from San Ramon in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in San Francisco, with lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to travel to San Ramon.
To find traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the San Francisco travel planner.
Drive from San Ramon to San Francisco in an hour. Traveling from San Ramon in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in San Francisco, with lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in San Francisco
Highlights from your plan

Mission District
8:00pm, Wed Oct 11

Musee Mecanique
6:00pm, Wed Oct 11
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San Ramon
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To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the San Ramon trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Ramon in an hour. Traveling from San Francisco in October, expect little chillier with lows of 11°C in San Ramon. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel to San Jose.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Ramon in an hour. Traveling from San Francisco in October, expect little chillier with lows of 11°C in San Ramon. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel to San Jose.
Things to do in San Ramon
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San Jose
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Capital of Silicon Valley
The metropolitan center of Silicon Valley, San Jose considers itself a global city.To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read San Jose online itinerary creator.
Getting from San Ramon to San Jose by car takes about an hour. In October in San Jose, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in San Jose
Side Trip
Stanford Shopping Center
Highlights from your plan

Stanford Shopping Center
6:00pm, Thu Oct 12
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San Ramon
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To find ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the San Ramon trip itinerary builder.
You can drive from San Jose to San Ramon in an hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to San Jose.
You can drive from San Jose to San Ramon in an hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to San Jose.
Things to do in San Ramon
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San Jose
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Capital of Silicon Valley
To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read San Jose itinerary planner.
You can drive from San Ramon to San Jose in an hour. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel to San Ramon.
You can drive from San Ramon to San Jose in an hour. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel to San Ramon.
Things to do in San Jose
Side Trip
Computer History Museum
Highlights from your plan

Computer History Museum
6:00pm, Fri Oct 13
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San Ramon
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To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our San Ramon sightseeing planner.
You can drive from San Jose to San Ramon in an hour. On the 14th (Sat), you're off toSacramento.
You can drive from San Jose to San Ramon in an hour. On the 14th (Sat), you're off toSacramento.
Things to do in San Ramon
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Sacramento
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River City
The capital city of America's most economically significant state, Sacramento is an important stop for any politico.For ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Sacramento itinerary maker.
You can drive from San Ramon to Sacramento in 1.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to go by car to South Lake Tahoe.
Things to do in Sacramento
Highlights from your plan

Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
12:30pm, Sat Oct 14

California State Railroad Museum
10:30am, Sat Oct 14

Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament
8:30am, Sat Oct 14
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South Lake Tahoe
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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.Start off your visit on the 14th (Sat): fly down the slopes at Heavenly Mountain Resort.
To see reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the South Lake Tahoe trip builder.
Getting from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. When traveling from Sacramento in October, plan for little chillier days in South Lake Tahoe, with highs around 19°C, while nights are cooler with lows around -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Yosemite National Park.
Things to do in South Lake Tahoe
Side Trip
Heavenly Mountain Resort
Highlights from your plan

Valhalla at Lake Tahoe
7:00am, Sun Oct 15

Vikingsholm
10:30am, Sun Oct 15

Heavenly Mountain Resort
5:30pm, Sat Oct 14
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Yosemite National Park
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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.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Glacier Point, Olmsted Point and Tenaya Lake. On the 15th (Sun), get impressive views of Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve. On your second day here, cruise along Tioga Pass, contemplate the waterfront views at Tenaya Lake, make a trip to Olmsted Point, then take in the dramatic natural features at Sentinel Dome, and finally explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point.
To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Yosemite National Park itinerary planner.
You can drive from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park in 5 hours. October in Yosemite National Park sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of -1°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 17th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to San Francisco.
Things to do in Yosemite National Park
Side Trip
Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve
Highlights from your plan

Glacier Point
7:00pm, Mon Oct 16

Sentinel Dome
4:00pm, Mon Oct 16

El Capitan
8:30am, Tue Oct 17
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San Francisco
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City by the Bay
Your list of things to see and do now includes Crissy Field, Legion of Honor, China Beach, and other attractions. Start off your visit on the 17th (Tue): take in the exciting artwork at XANADU GALLERY and then stroll through Crissy Field.
To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Francisco online itinerary creator.
You can drive from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, bus, flight, and subway. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in October: highs in San Francisco hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can go by car to Point Reyes Station.
To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Francisco online itinerary creator.
You can drive from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, bus, flight, and subway. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in October: highs in San Francisco hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can go by car to Point Reyes Station.
Things to do in San Francisco
Highlights from your plan

Crissy Field
7:30pm, Tue Oct 17

Fisherman's Wharf
8:00pm, Wed Oct 18

Legion of Honor
2:30pm, Wed Oct 18
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Point Reyes Station
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Point Reyes Station is a small unincorporated town located in western Marin County, California. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Point Reyes Seashore National Park.
To find ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read Point Reyes Station online itinerary creator.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Point Reyes Station takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in October, plan for slightly colder nights in Point Reyes Station, with lows around 9°C. You will have some time to spend on the 19th (Thu) before leaving for Sausalito.
To find ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read Point Reyes Station online itinerary creator.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Point Reyes Station takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in October, plan for slightly colder nights in Point Reyes Station, with lows around 9°C. You will have some time to spend on the 19th (Thu) before leaving for Sausalito.
Things to do in Point Reyes Station
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Sausalito
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Sausalito is a city in Marin County, California. On the 19th (Thu), explore the engaging exhibits at Bay Area Discovery Museum, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Tamalpais State Park, then appreciate the history behind Blackie's Pasture, and finally get great views at Vista Point.
To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sausalito travel itinerary planner.
Drive from Point Reyes Station to Sausalito in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Point Reyes Station in October, expect a bit warmer with lows of 13°C in Sausalito. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to go by car to San Francisco.
To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sausalito travel itinerary planner.
Drive from Point Reyes Station to Sausalito in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Point Reyes Station in October, expect a bit warmer with lows of 13°C in Sausalito. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to go by car to San Francisco.
Things to do in Sausalito
Side Trips
Mount Tamalpais State Park, Blackie's Pasture
Highlights from your plan

Mount Tamalpais State Park
3:00pm, Thu Oct 19

Bay Area Discovery Museum
12:30pm, Thu Oct 19

Blackie's Pasture
7:00pm, Thu Oct 19
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San Francisco
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City by the Bay
To find where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco travel itinerary planner.
San Francisco is just a short distance from Sausalito. You'll set off for Santa Cruz on the 20th (Fri).
San Francisco is just a short distance from Sausalito. You'll set off for Santa Cruz on the 20th (Fri).
Things to do in San Francisco
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Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz remains synonymous with surfing, but this counterculture bastion offers plenty even if you don't plan to catch any waves.To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Santa Cruz trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from San Francisco to Santa Cruz in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from San Francisco in October since evenings lows in Santa Cruz dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Monterey.
Things to do in Santa Cruz
Highlights from your plan

Natural Bridges State Beach
8:30am, Fri Oct 20
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Monterey
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Monterey is a city in the U.S. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Cannery Row as well as Monterey Bay. On the 20th (Fri), take in the waterfront at Old Fisherman's Wharf and then make a trip to Cannery Row.
To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Monterey vacation planner.
Getting from Santa Cruz to Monterey by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Carmel.
To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Monterey vacation planner.
Getting from Santa Cruz to Monterey by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Carmel.
Things to do in Monterey
Side Trip
Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard
Highlights from your plan

Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard
8:30am, Sat Oct 21

Monterey Bay
11:00am, Sat Oct 21

Cannery Row
7:00pm, Fri Oct 20
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Carmel
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Carmel-by-the-Sea, often simply called Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): cruise along Seventeen Mile Drive, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Carmel Mission, and then take in the history at San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission.
To find ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Carmel tour planner.
Carmel is just a stone's throw from Monterey. In October in Carmel, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Santa Barbara.
To find ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Carmel tour planner.
Carmel is just a stone's throw from Monterey. In October in Carmel, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Santa Barbara.
Things to do in Carmel
Highlights from your plan

Carmel Mission
7:00pm, Sat Oct 21

San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission
8:30pm, Sat Oct 21
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Santa Barbara
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The American Riviera
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.Your list of things to see and do now includes Ventura Pier and Promenade, Stearns Wharf, Butterfly Beach, and other attractions. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): wander the streets of State Street, then kick back and relax at Butterfly Beach, then take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf, and finally take in the waterfront at Ventura Pier and Promenade.
To see where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Santa Barbara tour planner.
Getting from Carmel to Santa Barbara by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and flight; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Santa Barbara can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can drive to Santa Monica.
Things to do in Santa Barbara
Side Trips
Ventura Pier and Promenade, Butterfly Beach
Highlights from your plan

Butterfly Beach
2:00pm, Sun Oct 22

Stearns Wharf
5:30pm, Sun Oct 22

Ventura Pier and Promenade
8:30pm, Sun Oct 22
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Santa Monica
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Fortunate People in a Fortunate Land
A famed resort town since the early 20th century, Santa Monica sits on the picturesque Santa Monica Bay, bordered on three sides by the city of Los Angeles.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade and Montana Avenue. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): look for gifts at Magicopolis, shop like a local with Third Street Promenade, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Santa Monica Pier, then stroll through 26-Mile Bike Path, and finally wander the streets of Montana Avenue.
For other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Santa Monica trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Santa Monica takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Santa Barbara in October, expect a bit warmer with lows of 18°C in Santa Monica. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can drive to Los Angeles.
Things to do in Santa Monica
Highlights from your plan

Third Street Promenade
10:00am, Mon Oct 23

Santa Monica Pier
12:30pm, Mon Oct 23

26-Mile Bike Path
2:00pm, Mon Oct 23
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Los Angeles
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City of Angels
Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.Your list of things to see and do now includes Citadel Outlets, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Universal Studios Hollywood, and other attractions. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Hills. Head to Hollywood & Highland and Grand Central Marketfor some retail therapy. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Angelino Heights Historic Area, explore the fascinating underground world of Bronson Caves, appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Boulevard, and make a trip to Hollywood.
To find reviews, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the Los Angeles travel planner.
Los Angeles is just a short distance from Santa Monica. In October, daily temperatures in Los Angeles can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to San Diego.
Things to do in Los Angeles
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Disneyland Park
Highlights from your plan

Disneyland Park
12:00pm, Thu Oct 26

Griffith Observatory
6:30pm, Tue Oct 24

Universal Studios Hollywood
12:00pm, Wed Oct 25
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San Diego
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America's Finest City
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.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Maritime Museum of San Diego. Head to Gaslamp Quarter and Seaport Villagefor some retail therapy. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at San Diego Air & Space Museum and San Diego Model Railroad Museum. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at La Jolla Cove, stroll through Children's Pool, explore the world behind art at San Diego Museum of Art, and take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Building and Lily Pond.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our San Diego travel itinerary creator.
Drive from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in San Diego can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to drive to Los Angeles.
Things to do in San Diego
Highlights from your plan

La Jolla Cove
4:30pm, Sat Oct 28

Maritime Museum of San Diego
9:00am, Sat Oct 28

Mission Beach Park
8:30am, Sun Oct 29
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Los Angeles
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City of Angels
Getty Center The Publications has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, examine the collection at Getty Center The Publications, then examine the collection at Petersen Automotive Museum, then examine the collection at Hollywood Bowl, and finally browse the different shops at Universal CityWalk.
To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Los Angeles travel planner.
You can drive from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.
To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Los Angeles travel planner.
You can drive from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Things to do in Los Angeles
Highlights from your plan

The Getty Center
11:30am, Mon Oct 30

Venice Beach and Boardwalk
9:00am, Mon Oct 30

Petersen Automotive Museum
2:00pm, Mon Oct 30
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