2009: CALIFORNIA COAST WITH LA & SAN DIEGO EXTENSION (VCEA)
9 days from San Francisco to San Diego
Drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles via the stunning Pacific Coast Highway. There is plenty of time to experience San Francisco, the "City by the Bay." Visit Fisherman's Wharf-enjoy the local fare and stop by Pier 39's many shops and restaurants. Take a cruise on San Francisco Bay with magnificent views of the Golden Gate Bridge, or visit infamous Alcatraz Island. Then, drive down the beautiful California coast. Head south on Highway 1 to Monterey. Don't miss stunning 17-Mile Drive, offering spectacular views of the rugged California coast, including Point Joe, Fanshell Beach, and the famous Lone Cypress. Continue south to San Simeon. Here you can choose to visit the magnificent Hearst Castle and view an IMAX film that chronicles the history of the castle. Continue on to Solvang, where Denmark has been recreated with charming buildings and windmills. Take a short drive to Santa Barbara. Here you can visit the famous Santa Barbara Mission and Stearns Wharf. Final stop is glamorous Los Angeles. Drive through Hollywood and Beverly Hills. See Mann's Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Continue your stay in Los Angeles. Visit Universal Studios, the world's largest movie studio and theme park, or see the seaside town of Santa Monica. Then drive south to San Diego. Visit Balboa Park, home of the San Diego Zoo, or visit the San Diego Wild Animal Park. You may also want to consider a visit to SeaWorld to see Shamu or ride on the Journey to Atlantis!
HOTELS
San Francisco: Parc 55, Ideally located just two blocks from Union Square, the Parc 55 is the perfect base for exploring San Francisco. A cable car stop is just steps away, ready to take you up to Knob Hill or down to Fisherman's Wharf. The hotels 1,010 well appointed guestrooms feature cable TV, internet access, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer. The hotel also features several restaurants, a lounge, health club, and sauna.Monterey: Hyatt RegencySolvang: Hadsten HouseLos Angeles: Millennium BiltmoreSan Diego: Crowne Plaza, Centrally located in the heart of Mission Valley, just minutes from historic Old Town, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, San Diego Wild Animal Park, and world-famous beaches. The hotel features 417 spacious guestrooms, two restaurants, and an outdoor pool.
HOTELS
San Francisco: Parc 55, Ideally located just two blocks from Union Square, the Parc 55 is the perfect base for exploring San Francisco. A cable car stop is just steps away, ready to take you up to Knob Hill or down to Fisherman's Wharf. The hotels 1,010 well appointed guestrooms feature cable TV, internet access, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer. The hotel also features several restaurants, a lounge, health club, and sauna.Monterey: Hyatt RegencySolvang: Hadsten HouseLos Angeles: Millennium BiltmoreSan Diego: Crowne Plaza, Centrally located in the heart of Mission Valley, just minutes from historic Old Town, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, San Diego Wild Animal Park, and world-famous beaches. The hotel features 417 spacious guestrooms, two restaurants, and an outdoor pool.
Call 866/856-8327 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7429416
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- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2008
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - No
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | San Francisco | Arrive in San Francisco. Pick up your rental car at the airport. |
| Day 2 | San Francisco | Full day at leisure. |
| Day 3 | SAN FRANCISCO-MONTEREY | Drive to Monterey. Approximately 126 miles. |
| Day 4 | Monterey-Pacific Coast Highway-Solvang | Drive to Solvang. Approximately 210 miles. |
| Day 5 | Solvang-Los Angeles | Drive to Los Angeles. Approximately 128 miles. |
| Day 6 | Los Angeles | Full day at leisure. |
| Day 7 | Los Angeles-San Diego | Approximately 120 miles. |
| Day 8 | San Diego | Full day at leisure. |
| Day 9 | San Diego | Return your car at the airport. |
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- US$ Price Details
Extra nights per person in San Francisco:in single room $227; in twin room $113; in triple room $80; in quad room $63.Extra nights per person Los Angeles:in single room $165; in twin room $82; in triple room $63; in quad room $53.Extra nights per person in San Diego:in single room $152-231; in twin room $76-115; in triple room $55-81; in quad room $44-64.Maximum 4 people in 1 room.Car Rental Details:
Rental car prices listed are per car and do not include tax, car rental insurance, or parking costs.Upgrades to a Convertible or SUV are available; call for prices.Rental car additional day:Compact $57; Midsize $61; Fullsize $71; Minivan $87-125.Travel Dates Compact Mid Size Full Size Minivan 1-Jan-09 to 17-Jul-09 370 440 510 600 18-Jul-09 to 15-Aug-09 370 440 510 780 16-Aug-09 to 18-Dec-09 370 440 510 600 19-Dec-09 to 31-Dec-09 370 440 510 860 1-Jan-10 to 31-Mar-10 370 440 510 600
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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
