33 days in California Itinerary

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.

Wine Tours & Tastings and Peju Winery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Popular historic sites such as Jack London State Historic Park and Castello di Amorosa are in your itinerary. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Napa: St. Helena (Charles Krug Winery & Beringer Vineyards). There's much more to do: do a tasting at Robert Mondavi Winery, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, and grab your bike and head to Skyline Wilderness Park.

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Lafayette to Napa is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Lafayette to Napa due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Lafayette in January, Napa is little chillier at night with lows of 37°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can go by car to Healdsburg.

The quaint city of Healdsburg is one of northern California's wine capitals, serving as the meeting point for three of Sonoma's most important wine-producing regions.

Get a sense of the local culture at Alexander Valley Vineyards and Dry Creek Vineyard. You'll get in some beach time at Bodega Dunes and Sonoma Coast State Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Armstrong Redwood State Reserve (in Guerneville), Goat Rock Beach (in Jenner) and Point Arena (Manchester Beach / Mendocino Coast KOA & Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum). There's much more to do: learn about winemaking at Sapphire Hill Winery, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sea Ranch Chapel, pause for some serene contemplation at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, and awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.

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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. In January in Healdsburg, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 37°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Point Reyes National Seashore.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): trek along Earthquake Trail, kick back and relax at Stinson Beach, and then surround yourself with nature on Point Reyes Safaris. On the next day, look for all kinds of wild species at Tule Elk Preserve, then explore the world behind art at Museum of the American Indian, then wander the streets of Old Town Novato, and finally visit a coastal fixture at Point Reyes Lighthouse.

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Traveling by car from Healdsburg to Point Reyes National Seashore takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Point Reyes National Seashore are 58°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to go by car to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Do some cultural sightseeing at Fisherman's Wharf and Chinatown. Change things up with these side-trips from San Francisco: Ano Nuevo Elephant Seal Tours (in Pescadero), Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Moss Landing) and Lafayette Reservoir (in Lafayette). There's lots more to do: wander the streets of SoMa, stop by North Beach, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Anchor Brewing Company, and enjoy the sand and surf at San Gregorio State Beach.

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Getting from Point Reyes National Seashore to San Francisco by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Point Reyes National Seashore in January, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 46°F in San Francisco. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.

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.

Yosemite Valley Chapel and Yosemite Cemetery will appeal to history buffs. Step out of the city life by going to Badger Pass Ski Area and Cathedral Beach Picnic Area. There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at McGurk Meadow, play a few rounds at Big Trees Golf Course, take an in-depth tour of Parsons Memorial, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bridalveil Fall.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. When traveling from San Francisco in January, plan for a bit cooler days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 44°F by day to 13°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can catch the bus to Truckee.

Truckee is an incorporated town in Nevada County, California, United States. Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): immerse yourself in nature at Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum, cast your line with Matt Heron Fly Fishing, and then glide through natural beauty at Tahoe Cross Country.

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Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Truckee with the Route module. In January, daily temperatures in Truckee can reach 41°F, while at night they dip to 16°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Take a break from the city and head to Santa Monica State Beach and Santa Monica Bay. Your inner history buff will appreciate Santa Monica Pier and Hollywood Walk of Fame. Step out of Los Angeles to go to Anaheim and see Disneyland Park, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, explore the world behind art at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, see a show at Walt Disney Concert Hall, and take a stroll through Montana Avenue.

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Traveling by flight from Truckee to Los Angeles takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Truckee in January, with highs in Los Angeles at 70°F and lows at 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) to allow time to drive to San Diego.

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like USS Midway Museum and Mingei International Museum. Escape the urban bustle at La Jolla Cove and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo, contemplate the long history of Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, and stroll the grounds of Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.

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You can drive from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. January in San Diego sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.