21 days in United States Itinerary
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Start: London
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Santa Cruz
— 2 nights
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Fallen Leaf
— 3 nights
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Big Sur
— 2 nights
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Anaheim
— 3 nights
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 2 nights
Bus to Flagstaff Amtrak, Fly to San Francisco
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San Francisco
— 5 nights
End: San Francisco
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): examine the collection at Charles M. Schulz Museum and then look for all kinds of wild species at Safari West. On the next day, explore the activities along San Francisco Bay, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then trek along Lands End, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Lincoln Park.
To find reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the San Francisco travel route planner.
London, UK to San Francisco is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -8 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in San Francisco can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. On the 19th (Wed), you're off to Santa Cruz.
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Santa Cruz — 2 nights
Santa Cruz remains synonymous with surfing, but this counterculture bastion offers plenty even if you don't plan to catch any waves.On the 19th (Wed), get in on the family fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and then cruise along West Cliff Drive. Keep things going the next day: delve into the mystery of Mystery Spot, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, and then immerse yourself in nature at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Cruz trip planner.
Drive from San Francisco to Santa Cruz in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In July in Santa Cruz, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel to Fallen Leaf.
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Fallen Leaf — 3 nights
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Fallen Leaf is an unincorporated community in El Dorado County, California. Go for a jaunt from Fallen Leaf to Tahoma to see Meeks Bay Beach about 38 minutes away. There's still lots to do: admire the majestic nature at D.L. Bliss State Park, contemplate the waterfront views at Eagle Lake, trek along Angora Lakes Climb, and look for all kinds of wild species at Stream Profile Chamber.
For reviews, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read our Fallen Leaf day trip planning app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Santa Cruz to Fallen Leaf. When traveling from Santa Cruz in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Fallen Leaf, with highs around 32°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Big Sur.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Santa Cruz to Fallen Leaf. When traveling from Santa Cruz in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Fallen Leaf, with highs around 32°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Big Sur.
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Big Sur — 2 nights
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Big Country of the South
A sparsely populated area with stunning views, Big Sur attracts artists and tourists traveling California’s scenic Highway 1.Kick off your visit on the 24th (Mon): hike along Partington Cove, then take in the dramatic scenery at McWay Falls, then enjoy the sand and surf at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and finally admire the natural beauty at Hawthorne Gallery. Keep things going the next day: admire the majestic nature at Andrew Molera State Park, then snap pictures at Bixby Bridge, then learn about winemaking at Joyce Vineyards, and finally kick back and relax at Pfeiffer State Beach.
To see reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Big Sur travel itinerary planner.
You can drive from Fallen Leaf to Big Sur in 6 hours. When traveling from Fallen Leaf in July, plan for slightly colder days in Big Sur, with highs around 24°C, while nights are somewhat warmer with lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Wed) to allow time for the flight to Anaheim.
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Anaheim — 3 nights
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Heart of Orange County
Anaheim's major attractions are its world-famous Disney entertainment complex, sports teams, and convention center.Start off your visit on the 26th (Wed): make an unforgettable trip to Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!. On your second day here, get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park.
For maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Anaheim road trip planning app.
Fly from Big Sur to Anaheim in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In July, Anaheim is somewhat warmer than Big Sur - with highs of 35°C and lows of 23°C. On the 29th (Sat), you'll travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 2 nights
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The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.On the 30th (Sun), admire the striking features of Grand Canyon Railway Depot, then take in breathtaking views at Yavapai Point, and then trek along Rim Trail.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Grand Canyon National Park trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Anaheim to Grand Canyon National Park. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Anaheim to Grand Canyon National Park due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Anaheim in July since evenings lows in Grand Canyon National Park dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can travel to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 5 nights
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City by the Bay
Change things up with a short trip to Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley (about 48 minutes away). Explore San Francisco further: contemplate the long history of Alcatraz Island, walk around Crissy Field, take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, and don't miss a visit to Golden Gate Bridge.
To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read San Francisco day trip planning app.
Getting from Grand Canyon National Park to San Francisco by combination of bus and flight takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of shuttle, bus, and subway. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. While traveling from Grand Canyon National Park, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read San Francisco day trip planning app.
Getting from Grand Canyon National Park to San Francisco by combination of bus and flight takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of shuttle, bus, and subway. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. While traveling from Grand Canyon National Park, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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