17 day itinerary
California Coast
Personalized with:Make it family friendlyInclude boutique hotelsInclude restaurant budgetMake it on medium budget
Itinerary
Day 1-3: San Francisco
- Stay at a boutique hotel in Union Square area
- Day 1: Explore , , and
- Day 2: Visit and take a stroll through
- Day 3: Walk across the and explore the vibrant neighborhoods like and
Day 4-5: Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Stay at a charming boutique hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Day 4: Visit the and take a scenic drive along
- Day 5: Explore the art galleries and shops in Carmel-by-the-Sea, and relax on the beautiful
Day 6-7: Big Sur
- Stay at a cozy inn along the rugged coastline
- Day 6: Drive along the iconic Highway 1, stopping at and
- Day 7: Hike in and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean
Day 8-10: Santa Barbara
- Stay at a boutique hotel in downtown Santa Barbara
- Day 8: Explore the historic and stroll along
- Day 9: Relax on the beaches of Santa Barbara and visit the
- Day 10: Take a wine tasting tour in the nearby
Day 11-13: Los Angeles
- Stay at a trendy boutique hotel in Hollywood or Santa Monica
- Day 11: Visit iconic attractions like and
- Day 12: Spend the day at or
- Day 13: Explore the trendy neighborhoods of and
Day 14-17: San Diego
- Stay at a boutique hotel in the or
- Day 14: Visit , , and
- Day 15: Relax on the beaches of and explore the shops and restaurants in the area
- Day 16: Take a harbor cruise or visit the
- Day 17: Enjoy a final day of shopping and dining in the before heading home
For restaurants, I recommend trying local favorites like In-N-Out Burger, seafood restaurants in San Francisco, Nepenthe in Big Sur, The Lark in Santa Barbara, Grand Central Market in Los Angeles, and Phil's BBQ in San Diego. These options should fit within a medium budget and offer a taste of California's diverse culinary scene.