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OVERVIEWHighlights
• Ride the Coast Starlight Train, known for its amazing views. • Visit the charming towns of Santa Barbara and Solvang. • Explore Hearst Castle, the grand estate of media mogul William Hearst. • Enjoy coastal views along Highway 1 with an overnight stay by the beach. • See Monterey Bay and drive the famous 17-Mile Drive. • Tour Apple and Google in Silicon Valley. • Visit San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. • Enjoy one night stay at a Oceanview Hotel. • Travel in a VIP group of 10-14 people. • Bilingual tour guide Tour Code
714279
Duration
2 day
Departure City
Los Angeles
End City
San Francisco
Language
Chinese, English
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Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group
Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Hotel: The Morgan Hotel San Simeon / Oceanpoint Ranch / Cavalier Oceanfront Resort / Cambria Pines Lodge / White Water Inn / Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach or similar
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Start your journey from Los Angeles by boarding the scenic Coast Starlight Train, where you'll experience the breathtaking coastline as the train hugs the Pacific Ocean. Explore the charming town of Santa Barbara, known for its Spanish architecture, before heading to Solvang, a Danish-inspired village. The day concludes with a visit to Hearst Castle and a stop at Elephant Seal Beach. Overnight stay at a seaside hotel.
• Amtrak Coast Starlight Train
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a well-known long-distance train that runs along the West Coast of the U.S., connecting Seattle's King Street Station with Los Angeles' Union Station. The full journey takes over 35 hours, with the California stretch offering breathtaking views along Highway 1.
• Santa Barbara
Located 150 kilometers north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The city features charming Spanish and Mexican-style architecture, with red-roofed, white-walled buildings. In the hillside and coastal neighborhoods, houses are surrounded by lush lawns and gardens, giving Santa Barbara its well-deserved reputation as a "garden city." The area has long been a favorite for wealthy businesspeople, political figures, and celebrities. President John F. Kennedy honeymooned here in 1953; President Ronald Reagan's villa in the northwestern mountains hosted world leaders like Mikhail Gorbachev and Queen Elizabeth II between 1981 and 1989; and President Bill Clinton vacationed here shortly after his election in 1992. On weekends and holidays, tourists flock to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles and the nearby desert cities, driving along Highways 101 and 154.
• Solvang
Solvang is a Danish-inspired village known for its European-style architecture, the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, and traditional Danish crafts and souvenir shops. Visitors can enjoy the sight of windmills and treat themselves to the famous Danish pastries and European-style coffee.
• Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle, located on a 500-meter-high hill in San Simeon on California's central coast, offers stunning views of the coastline and the Pacific Ocean. The castle is a mix of Spanish, Mexican, European, and Mediterranean styles, but it truly embodies the spirit of America. The owner, media tycoon William Hearst, was inspired by European architecture during his childhood travels to Greece and Italy and influenced by the Mexican culture of California (which was once Mexican territory). Using his vast wealth, he created this lavish palace, a symbol of American luxury. At the age of 83, the Hearsts donated the estate to the U.S. government, giving visitors a chance to experience the grandeur of this private American mansion firsthand.
• Point Piedras Blancas
The beach at Point Piedras Blancas is a spectacular sight, often covered with elephant seals. Occasionally, younger seals can be seen playing and sparring in the water. While the Chinese name translates to "Walrus Beach," the correct name is "Elephant Seal Rookery." These large seals, distinguished by their large noses and massive bodies, started migrating here in the 1990s after nearly being hunted to extinction. Thanks to conservation efforts, their population has steadily grown.
Tour Duration:
Coast Starlight Train: 2.5 hours
Santa Barbara: 1 hour
Solvang (Danish Village): 1 hour
Hearst Castle: 2 hours
Point Piedras Blancas: 0.5 hours
Hotel: Quality Inn / Comfort Inn / Days Inn / Super 8 / La Quinta / Best Western or similar
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Enjoy the scenic 17-Mile Drive along the coast and explore the bohemian town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium before heading to Silicon Valley for tours of Apple and Google campuses. In the evening, arrive in San Francisco for a tour of Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge.
• 17-Mile Drive
The 17-Mile Drive is a scenic loop that circles the famous Pebble Beach Resort. The west and south sides of the drive run along the Pacific Ocean, while the east side passes through the Del Monte forest. Along the way, you'll see not only famous beaches but also luxurious villas and golf courses. A landmark of Pebble Beach, the Lone Cypress, stands near the beach. Many seabirds, sea lions, and seals also call this area home, with Bird Rock and Seal Rock being popular attractions.
• Carmel
Carmel, located near the 17-Mile Drive, was founded in 1903. Many of its early residents were professional artists, and the town's unique, artistic, and tranquil atmosphere has attracted writers, actors, and celebrities. The famous Chinese painter Zhang Daqian also lived here for a time and named his residence "Ke Yi Ju," meaning "Can Stay."
• Monterey Bay
The Monterey Bay Aquarium, established in 1984, is ranked sixth in the world and second in the U.S. The aquarium is home to California sea otters and, more recently, seahorses. It also houses various tropical fish and marine life. The aquarium offers daily performances and feeding times, where visitors can watch the keepers interact with the animals and learn more about their environments and current conditions.
• Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley emerged in the mid-20th century as microelectronics technology rapidly developed. It is home to renowned research universities like Stanford University and the University of California, Berkeley. The region hosts thousands of high-tech companies, including industry giants like Cisco, Intel, HP, Apple, and Google. This tour will take you to visit the global headquarters of Apple and Google, two of the most influential companies in the world.
• Apple's Headquarters
Apple's headquarter, Located near the circular building is the Steve Jobs Theater, which hosts major events like product launches and can accommodate up to 1,000 people. The theater's exterior features a 20-foot-high glass curtain wall and a 165-foot diameter. The roof, made of carbon fiber, is the largest of its kind, weighing 80 tons and composed of 44 panels. The headquarters, with its ring-shaped building and large central courtyard, has been compared to a "landed spaceship" by Jobs and a "giant glass doughnut" by the media. The visitor center has four sections: an Apple Store, a café, an observation deck, and an augmented reality experience of the entire Apple Park campus.
• Google Headquarters
Google's headquarters, located in Mountain View, is a sprawling corporate campus. Visitors can see a variety of Google's high-tech products on display and even try some for themselves. The campus also offers free bicycles, which are painted in Google's signature colors. Visitors can take photos with Android robots scattered around the campus. The headquarters, called Googleplex, is situated near other tech hubs like the Mozilla Foundation and Microsoft's Silicon Valley Research Institute.
• San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf is one of San Francisco's most famous landmarks. It stretches from Ghirardelli Square to Pier 35 and features bustling shops, restaurants, and street performances, particularly around Pier 39. From here, you can enjoy views of Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge.
• Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is a world-famous symbol of San Francisco and one of the most iconic bridges in the world. Spanning the 1,900-meter Golden Gate Strait in California, the bridge was built over four years using more than 100,000 tons of steel at a cost of $35.5 million. Opened in 1937, the bridge is 2 kilometers long and has six lanes, making it one of the largest single-span suspension bridges in the world. The bridge's striking vermilion color contrasts beautifully with the blue sea and white waves, especially at night when the city lights illuminate it like a giant dragon soaring in the sky. During the California Gold Rush, the bridge served as the gateway to the goldfields, giving it the name "Golden Gate Bridge."
Tour Duration:
Carmel-by-the-Sea: 1 hour
17-Mile Drive: 1.5 hours
Monterey Bay Aquarium: 1 hour
Apple: 0.5 hour
Google: 0.5 hour
Golden Gate Bridge: 0.5 hour
Fisherman's Wharf: 0.5 hour
The tour concludes. There are three drop-off locations in San Francisco. If you have a departing flight the same evening, it is recommended to book a flight departing after 10:00 PM.
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Day | Activity | Price | Additional Information |
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D1 | Amtrak Coast Starlight | $60.00/person | |
D2 | Monterey Bay Aquarium | $65.00/adult;$45.00/child(3-9) | |
D2 | 17-Mile Drive + Hearst Castle + Silicon Valley Tech Park + Fuel Surcharge | $100/person | mandatory fee |
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- 33 Days or more prior to Departure Date: No penalty; - 17-32 Days prior to Departure Date: 30% penalty; - 10-16 Days prior to Departure Dtae: 50% penalty; - 9 Dyas or less prior to Departure Date: No refund. - Changing the departure date will follow up the cancellation policy. • If you are unable to join the tour on the scheduled day due to lateness or any other reason, no refunds or changes will be permitted. • Changing to a different tour date for the same itinerary is considered equivalent to canceling the original order. • Cancellations will be subject to the above refund policy if the order can still be confirmed (such as when the order has been paid and is awaiting processing). • The above terms and conditions apply to regular tours, special tours may have different terms and conditions, which should be followed accordingly. Note: If the business loss fee paid according to the above percentage is insufficient to compensate for the actual loss of the company, the customer shall compensate for the actual loss, but the maximum amount shall not exceed the total order cost. Change Policy: - The change fee for each change order is $25, and no changes can be made within 7 days before departure. - Changes applicable include changes to the pick-up location, increases in the number of participants, and second changes to the flight transfer information. - If the price of the changed order (such as a reduction in the number of tour participants or rooms) is less than the original order, the difference will be calculated according to the cancellation terms in addition to the $25 change fee. - If the name or number of rooms is changed, the difference will also be calculated according to the cancellation terms in addition to the $25 change fee. |
Special Notes
Pricing InfoYour reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days. * This tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate. If minimum numbers are not met we reserve the right to cancel the tour.* Price for single occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room. * Price for double/triple/quadruple occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room. * Triple/quadruple prices does not guarantee a third or fourth bed in the room since each room is equipped with two beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in. * Children and adult prices are the same. * Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant. Reservation Info1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. 2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. 3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. 4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase. Terms and Conditions- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary. |
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