9 days in California Itinerary
Created using Inspirock California itinerary planner
Start: Madison
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Los Angeles
— 3 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 2 nights
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Calistoga
— 2 nights
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San Francisco
— 1 night
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End: Madison
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Los Angeles — 3 nights
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City of Angels
Explore hidden gems such as Venice Canals Walkway and Exposition Park. Next up on the itinerary: get a taste of the local shopping with The Grove, look for gifts at Grand Central Market, make a trip to Hollywood Bowl Overlook, and kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk.
For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles trip itinerary app.
Madison to Los Angeles is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Madison to Los Angeles, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Madison in April: highs in Los Angeles hover around 28°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles trip itinerary app.
Madison to Los Angeles is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Madison to Los Angeles, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Madison in April: highs in Los Angeles hover around 28°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 2 nights
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On the 19th (Tue), look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Center at Happy Isles, then take in the dramatic natural features at Cloud's Rest, and then hike along May Lake Trailhead. On your second day here, admire the sheer force of Chilnualna Falls, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Pioneer Yosemite History Center, then trek along Pohono Trail, then get great views at Valley View, and finally get great views at Washburn Point.
For reviews, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park online attractions planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Los Angeles to Yosemite National Park. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can travel to Calistoga.
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For reviews, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park online attractions planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Los Angeles to Yosemite National Park. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can travel to Calistoga.
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Calistoga — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 21st (Thu): learn about winemaking at Huge Bear at The Bank Tasting Room, examine the collection at Sharpsteen Museum, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Oat Hill Mine Trail. On your second day here, immerse yourself in nature at Robert Louis Stevenson State Park, then explore the activities along Howarth Park, then learn about winemaking at B. Wise Vineyards, and finally admire the majestic nature at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.
To see maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, use the Calistoga trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Calistoga with the Route module. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in April: high temperatures in Calistoga hover around 25°C and lows are around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can go by car to San Francisco.
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To see maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, use the Calistoga trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Calistoga with the Route module. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in April: high temperatures in Calistoga hover around 25°C and lows are around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can go by car to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 1 night
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City by the Bay
To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco day trip site.
Traveling by car from Calistoga to San Francisco takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Traveling from Calistoga in April, San Francisco is a bit warmer at night with lows of 12°C. On the 24th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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Traveling by car from Calistoga to San Francisco takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Traveling from Calistoga in April, San Francisco is a bit warmer at night with lows of 12°C. On the 24th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading 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.
