29 days in California Itinerary

Created using Klarna Trips California trip planner
Make it your trip
Fly
1
Napa
— 3 nights
Drive
2
San Francisco
— 6 nights
Drive
3
Yosemite National Park
— 5 nights
Drive
4
South Lake Tahoe
— 3 nights
Fly
5
San Diego
— 4 nights
Drive
6
Los Angeles
— 6 nights
Fly

S M T W T F S
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Napa — 3 nights

America's Wine Country

Located just 80 km (50 mi) north of San Francisco, Napa sits at the southern end of the scenic Napa Valley, one of the world's major wine regions.
Change things up with these side-trips from Napa: Charles M. Schulz Museum (in Santa Rosa), Pride Mountain Vineyards (in St. Helena) and Stephen & Walker Winery (in Healdsburg). Dedicate the 16th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Hess Persson Estates, stop by Oxbow Public Market, don't miss a visit to Sonoma Barracks, and learn about winemaking at Inglenook.

For other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Napa online trip itinerary maker.

Chennai, India to Napa is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from India Standard Time (IST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -13.5 hour difference. Traveling from Chennai in February, expect Napa to be much colder, temps between 20°C and 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to drive to San Francisco.
more
Wineries · Tours · Museums · Shopping
Side Trips
Find places to stay Feb 15 — 18:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

San Francisco — 6 nights

City by the Bay

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.
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, wander the streets of Fisherman's Wharf, see the interesting displays at Exploratorium, and buy something for everyone on your list at Ferry Building Marketplace.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Francisco online trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Napa to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and subway; or take a bus. Traveling from Napa in February, San Francisco is a bit warmer at night with lows of 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can travel to Yosemite National Park.
more
Parks · Museums · Childrens Museums · Neighborhoods
Find places to stay Feb 18 — 24:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

Yosemite National Park — 5 nights

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.
categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. Spend the 28th (Tue) exploring nature at Elizabeth Lake. There's lots more to do: explore the striking landscape at Half Dome, look for all kinds of wild species at McGurk Meadow, take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Swinging Bridge Picnic Area Yosemite National Park CA.

For photos, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park journey planner.

Explore your travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from San Francisco in February, you will find days in Yosemite National Park are slightly colder (10°C), and nights are much colder (-9°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel to South Lake Tahoe.
more
Parks · Nature · Outdoors · Trails
Find places to stay Feb 24 — Mar 1:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

South Lake Tahoe — 3 nights

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.
Venture out of the city with trips to Truckee (Tahoe Donner & Tahoe Donner Golf Course), Matt Heron Fly Fishing (in Olympic Valley) and Tahoe Cross Country (in Tahoe City). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Emerald Bay State Park, soothe aching muscles at Sierra Athletic Club, look for all kinds of wild species at Stream Profile Chamber, and pause for some serene contemplation at St Theresa Catholic Church.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the South Lake Tahoe tour itinerary maker tool.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to South Lake Tahoe with the Route module. In March in South Lake Tahoe, expect temperatures between 12°C during the day and -3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to San Diego.
more
Outdoors · Parks · Tours · Winter Sports
Side Trips
Find places to stay Mar 1 — 4:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

San Diego — 4 nights

America's Finest City

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.
Take a break from San Diego with a short trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens in Encinitas, about 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cabrillo National Monument, explore the activities along Cabrillo Tide Pools, and see the interesting displays at Maritime Museum of San Diego.

For photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read San Diego trip planner.

Getting from South Lake Tahoe to San Diego by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. While traveling from South Lake Tahoe, expect a bit warmer days and warmer nights in San Diego, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Los Angeles.
more
Parks · Zoos & Aquariums · Nature · Museums
Side Trip
Find places to stay Mar 4 — 8:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

Los Angeles — 6 nights

City of Angels

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.
When in Los Angeles, make a side trip to see Disneyland Park in Anaheim, approximately Anaheim away. Pack the 11th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. There's still lots to do: examine the collection at The Getty Center, explore and take pictures at Mulholland Drive, admire the masterpieces at Norton Simon Museum, and steep yourself in history at Greystone Mansion and Park.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles trip planner.

Getting from San Diego to Los Angeles by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Los Angeles can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Tue) before leaving for home.
more
Theme Parks · Museums · Childrens Museums · Nightlife
Side Trips
Find places to stay Mar 8 — 14:
Find places to stay with best proximity to your trip

California travel guide

4.2
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.
more