Starting at $3600

LA to San Francisco Tour

Our Tour

Tour Details

Private Tour, Your Party Only
Bottled Water
Complimentary Pick Up at select locations
Your own personal Tour Guide
3 Day-Trip

A visit to California wouldn’t be complete without a road trip through Los Angeles to San Francisco. The drive along the PCH is magnificent and showcases much of what California has to offer. The highway, also known as State Route 1 or Shoreline Highway, includes 450 miles of Pacific Coast Highway and is surely one of the most iconic road trips America has to offer.

Our California coast trip is the easiest and most convenient way to explore all the Golden State has to offer. Each guest will experience firsthand what it means to be a true local of Southern California, visiting some of the most famous landmarks of Los Angeles and San Francisco. This includes a drive through the relaxing Big Sur region followed by the contrasting atmosphere of the exciting places of Santa Barbara, Monterey, Silicon Valley, and even Stanford University. Your guide will make plenty of stops along the 17 Mile Drive in order for you to take pictures of Pebble Beach, the Bixby Bridge, and many more. Not only does this break up the trip, but it also rings true to Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote, “life is a journey, not a destination.” While experiencing the L.A. to San Francisco Tour, you will have a newfound understanding of California’s state of mind.

A California Coast Tour with Classic Experiences – An epic summer Pacific Coast Highway road trip is as American as apple pie. We understand that the planning of such a trip may prove tricky, especially with complex itineraries, careful budgeting, and the unavoidable exhaustion of an extremely long road trip. We have teamed up with TripAdvisor to make the trip planning process easier and more convenient to ensure that your experience in California is amazing from start to finish.

Highlights

Point Sand Dune
Santa Barbara
Santa Ynez Valley Vineyards
Solvang
Pismo Beach
Santa Louis Obispo
Morro Bay
Bixby Bridge
Big Sur
Carmel By the Sea
17 mile road
Monterey
Stanford University
Silicon VAlley
San Francisco

Day 1

During the first day of your trip, you will be picked up in the morning at your hotel, and we will head straight for the serene and majestic Highway 1 as we escort you from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara.. You will fall in love with the amazing view of the vineyards along the hillsides in Santa Barbara. The scenic drive through the Big Sur is something you will never forget. You will be privileged to visit one of the world’s largest elephant seal colonies located in San Simeon. Your day will end with an evening stroll completed with dinner in Carmel by the Sea.

Santa Barbara

The city of state Santa Barbara is also known as the American Riviera. The mission style buildings with red tile roofs and postcard-perfect beaches are what makes Santa Barbara iconic.

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo is a much-underrated tourist destination. This city has earned the title of the “Happiest City in America.” This is no surprise considering the artwork and sandy shores of the area. The bustling farmer’s market and lush greenery make San Luis Obispo a nature lover’s paradise.

Big Sur

The Big Sur is often referred to as “mini-Yosemite” in considering its natural splendors. With the rugged central California Pacific coastline to the west and the dramatic Santa Lucia mountain range to the east, the Big Sur offers families and adventurers a rejuvenating escape from the hectic pace of everyday life.

Carmel-by-the-Sea

This small beachfront city is dotted with European-style cottages, art galleries, specialty boutiques, and serves as the perfect starting point to explore greater Monterey County. The city is littered with courtyards and secret passageways that will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. In Carmel-by-the-Sea, there are no mailboxes, addresses, or parking meters. It does, however, offer boutique shopping along with a burgeoning art and wine scene.

Day 2

Stanford University

Stanford University is one of the top research universities in the world. The university, founded by Jane and Leland Stanford, is renowned for its entrepreneurial character. Moreover, the university has made significant contributions to diverse fields of study including social and engineering sciences. Stanford is situated in California’s Bay Area, one of the most intellectually saturated and culturally nuanced areas in the world.

Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley is the global center of technological innovation. The term Silicon Valley was first used in 1971 as silicon was pervasive in the manufacturing of the computer chip. This manufacturing was critical to the Santa Clara economy. The Valley is comprised of small cities that radiate out from Stanford University in Palo Alto. The engineering prowess of Silicon Valley has produced some of the most successful entrepreneurs in terms of technology such as Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard. An HP facility once stood where Campus 2 is situated. The valley is innovative, powerful, and super competitive.

San Francisco

San Francisco is compact, forward-thinking, and family friendly. Though the gold seekers are long gone, the “City by the Bay’ remains golden, from its iconic bridge to its sparkling personality. The Golden Gate Bridge is the most recognizable feature of the city’s skyline. Vintage cable cars have rolled along the roads since the late 19th century and continue to do so today. Haight Ashbury features winsome Victorian terraces or ‘painted ladies’ that sit shoulder-to-shoulder in a competition to turn heads. Pride rainbow flags fly high in the Castro District as it is synonymous with the city’s heart of the LGBT community. Venture downtown to America’s oldest Chinatown, where neon signs, written in Chinese, overhang every street corner. North Beach, otherwise known as Little Italy, is a charming experience not to be missed. Nearby lies Fisherman’s Wharf, one of the most popular and historic waterfront neighborhoods.

With our California Coast Tour, we’ll take you to see the sights, sample the world-class cuisine, and experience life like a native San Franciscan.

We assure you that you will receive our hands-on personal attention. In order to create the perfect experience of your Los Angeles to San Francisco road trip, each guide has personally been to every destination, eaten at every recommended restaurant, stayed at every hotel, and has collaborated with locals.

In three relaxing days, your LA to San Francisco California Coast Tour vacation package highlights the most miraculous attractions California’s West Coast has to offer. This includes Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel, Monterey, San Francisco, and more.

The most important thing to remember when taking a road trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco is to take your time to experience all the area has to offer. Starting and ending your trip with a flexible schedule and a laidback mindset will assist you in not only enjoying the destination but the journey as well.

At Classic Experiences, we can design your perfect Los Angeles to San Francisco three-day trip. Our itineraries are flexible because we know that our customers have different traveling needs. What is exciting to one person might not be to the next. We want to work with you to create your ideal vacation. Call us today by hitting the button below. Tell us what activities you want to participate in and what sights you want to see on your California vacation, and we will make it happen for you.

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Meagan J
March 26, 2022

  Wow, this is the proper LA Experience! We got so lucky to have Cameron as our trusty know all guide and driver. He picked us up in a classic Cadillac... read more

Lisa S
March 11, 2022

  We very much enjoyed the tour of Beverly Hills, Bel Air and Hollywood with our knowledgeable guide Alex. He’s a safe driver and has something to say about almost every... read more

Ivo B
February 23, 2022
  I had an unforgettable tour with classic experiences. I would definitely recommend them for out of towners or LA locals looking to discover hidden gems and experience the classic cars.... read more

Shaina M
January 26, 2022

  I had an unforgettable tour with classic experiences. I would definitely recommend them for out of towners or LA locals looking to discover hidden gems and experience the classic cars.... read more

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January 26, 2022

  My friend and I had a one-of-a-kind experience on our tour with Classic Cars and our guide Alex! I would definitely recommend exploring LA in this special and unique way.... read more

jenfreiling
January 23, 2022
  We had such a great day with Alex, our very knowledgeable, personable and friendly driver/tour guide.
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ToniBrockliss
January 1, 2022

  This was such an exhilarating experience and the only way to see Los Angeles! Touring the city with the top down was such an intimate way to explore all of... read more

rheashea
December 2, 2021

  Cam met us in a sweet 1970 convertible. We had a great time driving all over the area including Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive (Christmas decorations were great!). We... read more

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November 29, 2021