Road Trip: San Fran, Monterey, Ventura and L.A.



Member Savings
Sign in to see which companies give additional
savings to Travelstride Members (it’s free)
Overview
Highlights
- Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!
What's this trip about?
Details
Destinations
Trip includes
- 2 nights in San Francisco at the Park Central, or similar
- 1 night in Monterey at the Hilton Garden Inn Monterey, or similar
- 1 night in Ventura at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, or similar
- 2 nights in Los Angeles at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel, or similar
- Detailed day-by-day itinerary with trip highlights, hotel information, local guides, maps and driving directions Choose the 8-night option to include 2 nights in sunny San Diego!
Itinerary
There's no place like San Francisco! When it's time, check into your hotel and get settled. After, get out and explore the city! You may want to get dinner in Chinatown or immerse yourself in the funky spirit of Haight-Ashbury.
Rise and shine! Enjoy a full day exploring San Francisco and its surroundings. Consider a drive over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, a visit to Alcatraz Island, or a ferry ride to the charming seaside haven of Sausalito. Why not ride a cable car, or drive down Lombard Street? Be sure to hang out near Fisherman's Wharf, known for its buzzing restaurants and resident sea lions!
Wave goodbye to San Francisco and take a 2-hour drive south to magical Monterey. Along the way, you'll pass Half Moon Bay, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Palo Alto, and Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Whether you opt for seaside fun or an enchanted forest, these all make...
After check-out, you may want to take a quick drive to the small, yet scenic beach city of Carmel-By-The-Sea.
Your next stay will be in Ventura. En-route, why not make a stop in Santa Barbara? Spend the rest of the night relaxing, and be sure to catch a pretty seaside sunset!
Take a scenic 1-hour drive from Ventura to Los Angeles today. Feel free to stop in Malibu or Santa Monica on the way!
Upon arrival in "La La Land," check into your hotel and get settled. Tonight, consider a walk through Hollywood and treat yourself to dinner at a trendy restaurant!
Wake up surrounded by glitz and glam! L.A. is filled with things to see and do.
Take obligatory photos in front of the iconic Hollywood Sign, consider a visit to Griffith Observatory, walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and drive down Sunset Boulevard...
Your epic trip has come to an end. It's time to head home and start planning your next adventure!
Want a tailor-made trip instead?
Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:
- You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
- Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Dates & Availability
Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Great Value Vacations.
The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Great Value Vacations Reviews & Ratings
Other Great Value Vacations Reviews
Hotels were great except Greece 2025the 8 hour…
Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens
We had a great experience
We had a great experience. Value for what we got was incredible.
This was my first time booking through…
This was my first time booking through Great Value. My friend and I had a great time in Costa Rica. Everything was well organized, the flights, hotels, tours and tra...
Tour Operator
About Travelstride
Find your perfect trip
Save time
Save money
Travel confidently
Logistics
Accommodation
Become a member
- Save up to $700 per person
- Access members-only specials
- Personalize trip recommendations