29 days in California Itinerary

Created using Klarna Trips California trip planner
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Napa
— 3 nights
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Healdsburg
— 2 nights
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San Francisco
— 5 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 6 nights
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
— 3 nights
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Los Angeles
— 4 nights
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San Diego
— 5 nights
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Napa — 3 nights

America's Wine Country

Explore Napa's surroundings by going to Schramsberg Vineyards (in Calistoga) and St. Helena (Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards, Modus Operandi Cellars, &more). Dedicate the 2nd (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: walk around Sonoma Plaza, do a tasting at Taylor Family Vineyards, and look for gifts at Oxbow Public Market.

To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Napa tour planner.

Toronto, Canada to Napa is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Toronto to Napa is minus 3 hours. When traveling from Toronto in September, plan for a bit warmer days and little chillier nights in Napa: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Healdsburg.
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Healdsburg — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Tue): learn about winemaking at Alexander Valley Vineyards and then savor the flavors at Food & Drink. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sonoma Coast State Beach, look for all kinds of wild species at Armstrong Redwood State Reserve, then learn about winemaking at Gracianna Winery, and finally do a tasting at Stephen & Walker Winery.

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Traveling by car from Napa to Healdsburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. September in Healdsburg sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) to allow time to drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 5 nights

City by the Bay

San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, contemplate the long history of Alcatraz Island, shop like a local with Union Square, and walk around Golden Gate Park.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the San Francisco trip planner.

You can drive from Healdsburg to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Healdsburg in September, expect nights in San Francisco to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are little chillier, around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 6 nights

On the 15th (Fri), hike the day away at Panorama Trail. There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape at Half Dome, explore the activities along Tenaya Lake, make a trip to Olmsted Point, and cruise along Tioga Pass.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from San Francisco in September, plan for cooler nights in Yosemite National Park, with lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 3 nights

A Land of Giants

Step out of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to go to Three Rivers and see The Senate, which is approximately 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: get a dose of the wild on Sequoia Sightseeing Tours, tour the pleasant surroundings at Congress Trail, take in the dramatic scenery at Roaring River Falls, and trek along Big Trees Trail.

To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park day trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park with the Route module. While traveling from Yosemite National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 4 nights

City of Angels

Pack the 22nd (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 23rd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, walk around Beverly Gardens Park, appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, and see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Hollywood.

To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles driving holiday planner.

Getting from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Los Angeles by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. While traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, expect a bit cooler days and somewhat warmer nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to San Diego.
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San Diego — 5 nights

America's Finest City

San Diego is known for zoos & aquariums, museums, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo, take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Building and Lily Pond, stroll around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cabrillo National Monument.

To see traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our San Diego route planning site.

Getting from Los Angeles to San Diego by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly; or take a bus. When traveling from Los Angeles in September, plan for a bit cooler days in San Diego, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. You will have some time to spend on the 29th (Fri) before leaving for 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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