19 days in California Itinerary
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Start: Singapore
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San Francisco
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Monterey
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Big Sur
— 1 night
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Solvang
— 1 night
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Los Angeles
— 5 nights
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San Diego
— 4 nights
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Napa
— 3 nights
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End: San Francisco
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, examine the collection at Exploratorium, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and stroll around Crissy Field.
For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the San Francisco online trip itinerary planner.
Singapore, Singapore to San Francisco is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Singapore Standard Time (SGT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 16 hours. Traveling from Singapore in December, things will get much colder in San Francisco: highs are around 17°C and lows about 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Monterey.
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For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the San Francisco online trip itinerary planner.
Singapore, Singapore to San Francisco is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Singapore Standard Time (SGT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 16 hours. Traveling from Singapore in December, things will get much colder in San Francisco: highs are around 17°C and lows about 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Monterey.
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Monterey — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 18th (Mon): observe the fascinating underwater world at Monterey Bay Aquarium, then admire the majestic nature at Point Lobos, and then admire all the interesting features of 17-Mile Drive.
To find photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Monterey trip planner.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Monterey takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Monterey are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can go by car to Big Sur.
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To find photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Monterey trip planner.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Monterey takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Monterey are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can go by car to Big Sur.
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Big Sur — 1 night
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Big Country of the South
Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): enjoy the sand and surf at Pfeiffer State Beach, kick back and relax at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, then take in the dramatic scenery at McWay Falls, then get a taste of the local shopping with Hawthorne Gallery, and finally snap pictures at Bixby Bridge.
For more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Big Sur holiday maker app.
Traveling by car from Monterey to Big Sur takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can drive to Solvang.
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For more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Big Sur holiday maker app.
Traveling by car from Monterey to Big Sur takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can drive to Solvang.
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Solvang — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 20th (Wed): take in the history at Old Mission Santa Ines, examine the collection at Hans Christian Andersen Museum, then admire the architecture and history at La Purisima Mission State Historic Park, and finally look for gifts at Ostrich Land.
For where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Solvang trip tool.
Traveling by car from Big Sur to Solvang takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Big Sur in December since evenings lows in Solvang dip to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to fly to Los Angeles.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Solvang trip tool.
Traveling by car from Big Sur to Solvang takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Big Sur in December since evenings lows in Solvang dip to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to fly to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 5 nights
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City of Angels
Step out of Los Angeles with an excursion to Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim--about 34 minutes away. Pack the 21st (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 23rd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: examine the collection at The Getty Center, look and learn at Griffith Observatory, go for a walk through Historic Lily pond, and explore and take pictures at Mulholland Drive.
To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Los Angeles tour planner.
You can drive from Solvang to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Los Angeles when traveling from Solvang in December, with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Los Angeles tour planner.
You can drive from Solvang to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Los Angeles when traveling from Solvang in December, with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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San Diego — 4 nights
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America's Finest City
Take a break from San Diego with a short trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens in Encinitas, about 32 minutes away. Spend the 29th (Fri) exploring the fascinating underwater world at SeaWorld San Diego. Next up on the itinerary: meet the residents at San Diego Zoo, let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park, contemplate the long history of Cabrillo National Monument, and step aboard Maritime Museum of San Diego.
To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our San Diego route builder app.
Traveling by car from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. In December in San Diego, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Napa.
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To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our San Diego route builder app.
Traveling by car from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. In December in San Diego, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Napa.
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Napa — 3 nights
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America's Wine Country
Step out of Napa to go to Glen Ellen and see Benziger Family Winery, which is approximately 40 minutes away. Dedicate the 30th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: view the masterpieces at Mumm Napa, learn about winemaking at Domaine Carneros, stop by Oxbow Public Market, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.
For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Napa trip planner.
Getting from San Diego to Napa by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from San Diego in December, with highs in Napa at 17°C and lows at 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to go by car back home.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Napa trip planner.
Getting from San Diego to Napa by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from San Diego in December, with highs in Napa at 17°C and lows at 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to go by car 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.
Napa Valley travel guide
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.
