The American dream

15 days roadtrip to the highlights of Calofornia


San Francisco – Monterey – Santa Barbara – Los Angeles – Joshua Tree National Park – Las Vegas

Your journey at a glance

Immerse yourself in the ultimate California experience on this 15-day tour of the USA, which takes you to the most famous highlights and hidden treasures of the West Coast. In the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and Santa Barbara, not only world-famous sights await you, but also lively neighbourhoods where you will encounter a wide variety of cultures. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Highway 1 as you drive along the coast and be enchanted by the magnificent nature in the numerous national parks. Las Vegas welcomes you at the end of your journey with an unforgettable world of glamour and entertainment.
Immerse yourself in the ultimate California experience on this 15-day tour of the USA, which takes you to the most famous highlights and hidden treasures of the West Coast. In the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and Santa Barbara, not only world-famous sights await you, but also lively neighbourhoods where you will encounter a wide variety of cultures. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Highway 1 as you drive along the coast and be enchanted by the magnificent nature in the numerous national parks. Las Vegas welcomes you at the end of your journey with an unforgettable world of glamour and entertainment.
  • Your trip includes the following stops
  • San Francisco (3 nights)
  • Monterey (2 nights)
  • Santa Barbara (2 nights)
  • Los Angeles (3 nights)
  • Joshua Tree Nationalpark (2 nights)
  • Las Vegas (2 nights)
  • Further highlights
  • Wine region Napa Valley
  • Coastline Big Sur
  • Palm Springs
  • Valley of Fire
  • San José in Silicon Valley
  • Channel Islands National Park
  • Hoover Dam and Lake Mead
  • Coastal town Santa Monica
  • Pinnacles National Park

Character of this travel idea

This 15-day USA round trip along the West Coast gives you a perfect first impression of the Golden State. From Napa Valley to the Big Sur coastal strip and California’s spectacular national parks, no highlights are left out. Mixed with stops in the most important cities, this round trip is the ideal California beginner’s route, which even takes you to Nevada and vibrant Las Vegas at the end.

Experience culture in California

In San Francisco, you can visit the historic Alcatraz or stroll through the colourful streets of Chinatown. The city is also a centre for art and culture with first-class museums, such as the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Art lovers should not miss the Getty Center and the County Museum of Art in Los Angeles. Both display an impressive collection of artworks from all over the world.

Santa Barbara, often referred to as the ‘American Riviera’, impresses with its mix of Spanish colonial style, modern flair and picturesque beaches. Mission Santa Barbara, the ‘Queen of the Missions’, offers you a fascinating insight into the history of the region and impresses with its stunning architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens.

The stunning nature of California

California’s nature is breathtaking and diverse. Start your discovery tour among the majestic redwood trees in Muir Woods National Monument near San Francisco. The Napa Valley, with its rolling hills and sprawling vineyards, offers a picturesque contrast and the perfect backdrop for hiking and cycling tours.

Dramatic cliffs and the deep blue ocean – you can experience this view in all its facets on the Big Sur coastline. Depending on the time of year and time of day, you can watch sunsets or coastal fog in very different light on the rugged north coast. If you are looking for fine, long sandy beaches, you will find what you are looking for in more southerly climes, around Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city in Griffith Park and enjoy the view from the observatory.

An almost surreal desert landscape with bizarre rock formations and the iconic Joshua Trees awaits you in Joshua Tree National Park. To round off the trip, experience the endless expanse and unique ecosystem of Death Valley, which will amaze you once again.

The multi-faceted cuisine in California

Californian cuisine is a melting pot of cultures and offers a variety of culinary experiences. Beginnen Sie Ihre Genussreise in San Francisco, wo die frischen Meeresfrüchte und das beliebte Sourdough-Brot auf Sie warten. Fisherman’s Wharf is a must for crab and clam chowder lovers. Besuchen Sie das Ferry Building, um lokale Spezialitäten und handwerkliche Produkte zu entdecken. Another highlight is Chinatown, where you can sample authentic dim sum.

Wine lovers will get their money’s worth in Napa Valley: taste the excellent wines of the region and enjoy local specialities such as cheese and olive oil.

Authentic experiences in California

In San Francisco, you can’t miss a ride on the historic cable cars and a walk across the Golden Gate Bridge. Experience the world’s most fascinating sea creatures up close – fulfill this dream in Monterey Bay. With a bit of luck, you may even spot humpback whales and orcas in this region.

Sample your way through the street food scene in Los Angeles, which has something for everyone from Mexican tacos to innovative fusion dishes. Joshua Tree National Park, on the other hand, is the perfect backdrop for a rustic barbecue under the endless starry sky.

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We do not offer standardised packages. Your Geotoura trip is customised according to your wishes.

We make this possible thanks to our high level of expertise and in-depth knowledge of the country as well as our excellent network of partners. You can look forward to extraordinary experiences, charming boutique hotels and very special insider tips on site.

Geotoura stands for the perfect planning of your personalised dream trip. Your individual price will therefore only include what really enriches your holiday.

Compared to standard holidays, this price is competitive. You will usually receive the comprehensive holiday design within 24 hours on working days.

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The special moment …
… when we could overlook the whole skyline of Los Angeles

Experiences
of our customers

August 2024
Prof. Dr. Markus F.
Switzerland
We are completely satisfied with Geotoura - this is already our third trip with this provider. Everything is perfect: competent and friendly telephone advice, patient attention to our special requests, careful hotel selection, perfect travel documents, everything delivered on time, and the Portugal trip itself fully met our expectations. Well done!
July 2024
Anja S.
Germany
We were totally satisfied with the booking and organisation by Geotoura. Ireland itself inspired us, the selection of hotels was perfect, the food was delicious, and the tips were definitely well-founded. We thank you very much for the wonderful trip.
June 2024
Tobias L.
Germany
When we plan a trip with Geotoura, we can count on relaxed and empathetic people who listen to us and then put together a dream route. Thank you Geotoura for our wonderful trip through northern Spain along the Camino France.
July 2024
Janine V.
Switzerland
The Apulia trip which was organised by Geotoura, was super. Every wish was fulfilled, the hotels were perfectly chosen, the documents provided were very helpful – it couldn't have been better.
July 2024
Iris R.
Germany
That was my first organised round trip. The destination was Sicily. Geotoura chose a great selection of cities and hotels for me. Each hotel had its own charm. I would always use Geotoura again to plan a trip.
June 2024
Christa B.
Germany
Our trip to Sardinia was very well organised. The choice of route and the special touches at the hotels. We would particularly like to highlight: Hotel Bajaloglia in Porto di Castelsardo. Location, friendliness, food.
July 2024
Thilo F.
Germany
We thank Geotoura for the beautiful round trip through Scotland. It was an amazing experience and we enjoyed unforgettable moments at every stop on our journey.
July 2024
Barbara G.
Austria
Everything went wonderfully. Every hotel was booked and selected well, the suggested route through Iceland was sensible and eventful, and the restaurant recommendations were really good. You simply couldn't have asked for more.
July 2024
Thomas und Barbara P.
Switzerland
Our trip to northern Spain offered a real carefree package for basic needs. There is enough leeway for your own creativity and wishes. Highly recommended.
July 2024
Gabriele B.
Germany
We were very satisfied with the overall organisation of the trip through Northern Greece. We were particularly surprised by Kastoria, where we saw an amateur theatre performance in the municipal museum, which is next to the hotel. From our room, we had a beautiful view of the performance. Away from the tourist routes, Kastoria is a place worth discovering.

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