16 days in California Itinerary

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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 4 nights
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Three Rivers
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
— 3 nights
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Los Angeles
— 3 nights
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San Francisco — 3 nights

City by the Bay

Visiting Sonoma Coast State Beach and Safari West will get you outdoors. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Bodega Head and Baker Beach. And it doesn't end there: step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, deepen your knowledge of military history at Fort Point, don't miss a visit to Lombard Street, and admire the majestic nature at Marin Headlands.

To see more things to do, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco travel itinerary planner.

Buenos Aires, Argentina to San Francisco is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Traveling from Buenos Aires to San Francisco, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Buenos Aires in July, things will get a bit warmer in San Francisco: highs are around 26°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 4 nights

Get in touch with nature at Half Dome and Vernal Fall. And it doesn't end there: stroll through Tuolumne Meadows, look for all kinds of wild species at North Dome, take a memorable drive along Tioga Pass, and explore the striking landscape at Lembert Dome.

For maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Yosemite National Park day trip planning site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from San Francisco in July, you will find days in Yosemite National Park are somewhat warmer (33°C), and nights are little chillier (9°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Three Rivers.
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Three Rivers

For where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Three Rivers vacation planner.

Getting from Yosemite National Park to Three Rivers by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Yosemite National Park in July, with highs in Three Rivers at 43°C and lows at 22°C. On the 22nd (Sat), you'll travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 3 nights

A Land of Giants

Take a break from the city and head to Sequoia Sightseeing Tours and Boyden Cavern. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Moro Rock Trail, trek along General Grant Tree Trail, take in breathtaking views at Kings Canyon National Park, and admire the sheer force of Grizzly Falls.

To see other places to visit, reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park trip itinerary builder site.

You can drive from Three Rivers to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in an hour. Another option is to drive. July in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park sees daily highs of 43°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 3 nights

City of Angels

Get in touch with nature at Santa Monica State Beach and Santa Monica Bay. Visit Zuma Beach and Venice Beach and Boardwalk for some beach relaxation. Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Calboat Diving - Spectre Dive Boat (in Ventura) and Nicholas Canyon Beach (in Malibu). Next up on the itinerary: find something for the whole family at Universal Studios Hollywood, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, admire all the interesting features of Mulholland Drive, and examine the collection at The Getty Center.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles trip builder app.

Fly from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. While traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back 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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