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The westernmost mainland state, California is an incredibly diverse destination. Its population grew exponentially after the 1849 Gold Rush, when thousands struck out west seeking fame and fortune. Today tourists flock to California for everything from surfing to skiing. With a stunning coastline, world famous food and wine, and vibrant cities, nothing beats a California vacation.
Top California Experiences
- Walking across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge
- Wine-tasting and visiting Chateau Montelena, the winery that put California wine country on the map in 1973
- Driving along the picturesque Pacific Coast Highway
- Getting a taste of old Hollywood glamor in Los Angeles
- Stopping at the old haunts of 1950s beat poets in San Francisco
- Eating at the famous Chez Panisse in Berkeley
- Being awestruck by the views in Yosemite and Big Sur
- Recreating a certain Jawa scene from Star Wars in Death Valley
- Bike riding around beautiful Tahoe Lake
- Feeling dwarfed by ancient redwood trees
- Exploring Bodega Bay and feeling the spirit of Hitchcock
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Nicaragua - Land of Lakes and Volcanoes
By
Explore!
Premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ Reviews
Small group tour
13 days
$ 2,470
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Pacific Northwest & California featuring Washington, Oregon and California - 2024 ...
By
Collette
Premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ Reviews
Group tour
8 days
$ 3,269
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Splendors of the West
By
Travel Talk
Premier
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ Reviews
Group tour
11 days
$ 2,279
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Best of the West Road Trip: California, Utah & Vegas Bright Lights
By
G Adventures
Preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ Reviews
Small group tour
13 days
$ 2,149
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California Dreaming: Yosemite, Death Valley & Coastal Camping
By
G Adventures
Preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ Reviews
Small group tour
7 days
$ 1,099
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California Dreaming with Las Vegas
By
Omega Tours
Preferred
5.0/5 Excellent
46 Reviews
Group tour
7 days
$ 2,063
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