60 days in California Itinerary

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Los Angeles
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Cambria
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San Diego
— 8 nights
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
— 6 nights
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San Francisco
— 8 nights
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Napa
— 6 nights
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Carmel
— 7 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 12 nights
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Los Angeles — 6 nights

City of Angels

Take a break from Los Angeles with a short trip to Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, about 34 minutes away. Pack the 2nd (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 3rd (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. Next up on the itinerary: take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, admire the masterpieces at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, stop by Bergamot Station, and look and learn at Griffith Observatory.

To find ratings, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Los Angeles trip site.

Hangzhou, China to Los Angeles is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from Hangzhou to Los Angeles, you'll gain 16 hours due to the time zone difference. In May, Los Angeles is little chillier than Hangzhou - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Cambria.
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Theme Parks · Museums · Shopping · Childrens Museums
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Cambria — 5 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cambria: Hearst Castle (in San Simeon) and Donati Family Vineyard (in Templeton).

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Cambria road trip app.

Fly from Los Angeles to Cambria in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, taxi, and bus. Traveling from Los Angeles in May, expect nights in Cambria to be little chillier, around 10°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to San Diego.
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San Diego — 8 nights

America's Finest City

You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Diego: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (in Encinitas), San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve (in Cardiff-by-the-Sea) and Lions, Tigers & Bears (in Alpine). Spend the 13th (Sat) exploring the fascinating underwater world at SeaWorld San Diego. There's lots more to do: admire nature's wide array of creatures at San Diego Zoo, look for all kinds of wild species at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, kick back and relax at La Jolla Cove, and browse the exhibits of Maritime Museum of San Diego.

To see reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our San Diego trip planning app.

Fly from Cambria to San Diego in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and train. While traveling from Cambria, expect a bit cooler days and a bit warmer nights in San Diego, ranging from highs of 25°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to fly to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 6 nights

A Land of Giants

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park: Ubehebe Crater (in Death Valley National Park) and The Senate (in Three Rivers). There's still lots to do: take a peaceful walk through Giant Forest, hike along Big Baldy, don't miss a visit to Grant Grove, and contemplate the long history of General Sherman Tree.

For other places to visit, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park day trip website.

You can fly from San Diego to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from San Diego in May: highs in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 8 nights

City by the Bay

San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, admire the natural beauty at Japanese Tea Garden, examine the collection at Musee Mecanique, and stroll around Golden Gate Park.

To find photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our San Francisco trip itinerary planning app.

Getting from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to San Francisco by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, train, and subway; or take a bus. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in May, you will find days in San Francisco are slightly colder (24°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can drive to Napa.
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Napa — 6 nights

America's Wine Country

Change things up with these side-trips from Napa: Simraceway Performance Driving Center (in Sonoma), Healdsburg (Alexander Valley Vineyards, Sapphire Hill Winery, &more) and St. Helena (Modus Operandi Cellars & Pride Mountain Vineyards). Dedicate the 8th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at VGS Chateau Potelle, admire the masterpieces at Hess Persson Estates, stop by Oxbow Public Market, and don't miss a visit to Sonoma Plaza.

For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Napa day trip planning website.

You can drive from San Francisco to Napa in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from San Francisco in June, plan for a bit warmer days in Napa, with highs around 31°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can fly to Carmel.
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Carmel — 7 nights

Change things up with a short trip to Elkhorn Slough Safari in Moss Landing (about 32 minutes away).

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Carmel trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Napa to Carmel takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Napa in June, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Carmel: temperatures range from 23°C by day to 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 12 nights

Spend the 26th (Mon) exploring nature at Elizabeth Lake. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at Half Dome, hike along Mariposa Grove, look for all kinds of wild species at McGurk Meadow, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Yosemite Valley Loop Trail.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Yosemite National Park planning website.

Explore your travel options from Carmel to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Carmel in June, plan for somewhat warmer days and little chillier nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 7°C at night. On the 28th (Wed), you're off to home.
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California travel guide

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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.
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