8 days in Carmel, Yosemite National Park & Napa Valley Itinerary

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Carmel
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Yosemite National Park
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Napa
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Carmel — 3 nights

Get outdoors at Point Lobos and 17-Mile Drive. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard and Casa Serrano, Historic Adobe.

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San Francisco to Carmel is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. In November in Carmel, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 47°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 2 nights

Get in touch with nature at Glacier Point and Yosemite, Tunnel View. There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape at Sentinel Dome, contemplate the waterfront views at Tenaya Lake, explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, and admire the sheer force of Yosemite Falls.

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Explore your travel options from Carmel to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Carmel in November, plan for slightly colder days in Yosemite National Park, with highs around 54°F, while nights are cooler with lows around 19°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) so you can travel to Napa.
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Napa — 2 nights

America's Wine Country

On the 25th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Lachryma Montis, take in the history at Mission San Francisco Solano, and then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

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Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Napa with the Route module. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in November, plan for a bit warmer days in Napa, with highs around 66°F, while nights are much hotter with lows around 41°F. You'll have a few hours on the 26th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.
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Napa Valley travel guide

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Wineries & Vineyards · Wine Tours & Tastings · Castles
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.
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