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USA - THE WEST
Itinerary Overview
Days 1 - 3
The Venice of America
Days 4 - 7
BEST TIME
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
BEST TIME
Days 8 - 12
Onwards to Portland
Californian Legacy
Highlights of Your Journey
Soak up Southern California’s beach life and Spanish heritage, from La Jolla sea lions to Balboa Park’s museums and Venice Beach boardwalks.
Hike Hollywood hills and cruise Pacific Coast Highway, where Griffith Park, Big Sur cliffs, and coastal towns blend glamour with natural drama.
Discover San Francisco’s icons and immigrant roots, riding cable cars, touring Alcatraz, and exploring Chinatown and mural-lined Mission streets.
Wander ancient redwood forests or sip in Napa Valley, where California’s towering trees and world-class wines meet in serene beauty.
End in the Pacific Northwest with Portland’s indie spirit and Seattle’s skyline, from Powell’s Books and Multnomah Falls to Pike Place Market and the Space Needle.
Days 1 - 3
Your Western adventure begins in Southern California, where perfect beaches, Spanish colonial architecture, and laid-back lifestyle define the American Dream of endless summer.
Your first day relaxes at La Jolla Cove's pristine beaches where sea lions bask on rocky shores, followed by Pacific Beach sunsets and authentic Mexican tacos with craft beer that reflect California's cultural fusion. Day two explores Balboa Park, established for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and home to 15 museums, concluding with evening strolls through the Gaslamp Quarter's Victorian architecture that dates to San Diego's 1860s boom period. Your third day drives up the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, visiting Venice Beach's bohemian boardwalk culture established in 1905 by Abbot Kinney as "Venice of America," and exploring Santa Monica's famous pier and beaches that epitomize California beach culture.
Days 4 - 7
The middle section explores Los Angeles's entertainment industry and California's natural beauty, from Hollywood glamour to Big Sur's dramatic coastline.
Your fourth day features Griffith Park hikes with views of the Hollywood sign erected in 1923, visits to the Hollywood Bowl's iconic amphitheater since 1922, or the Getty Center's architecture and art collections, concluding with rooftop dinners overlooking the city of angels. Day five embraces California's wine culture and Spanish colonial architecture in regions where Franciscan missions established European settlement patterns still visible today. The sixth day drives Highway 1 through Big Sur's dramatic coastline, crossing the famous Bixby Bridge completed in 1932, with stops in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the fairy-tale village where Clint Eastwood once served as mayor. Your seventh day arrives in San Francisco, immediately experiencing Golden Gate Bridge views, Chinatown's culture established during the 1849 Gold Rush, cable car rides on the system operating since 1873, and lunch at the Ferry Building marketplace.
Days 8 - 12
Your final days explore Northern California's natural wonders and Pacific Northwest culture, from ancient redwoods to Portland's creative scene and Seattle's maritime heritage.
Day eight includes Alcatraz tours of the former federal prison, Mission District murals reflecting Latino culture, and sunset views from Lands End or Twin Peaks showcasing San Francisco's dramatic topography. Your ninth day chooses between towering coastal redwoods, some over 2,000 years old, or wine country in Napa and Sonoma valleys where California's world-class wine industry began in the 1850s.
The tenth day flies or drives to Portland, immediately experiencing the city's famous food truck culture, Powell's Books (the world's largest independent bookstore), and riverside walks along the Willamette River. Day eleven explores the Columbia River Gorge's dramatic waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls cascading 620 feet, carved by the Missoula Floods 15,000 years ago. Your twelfth and final day arrives in Seattle, exploring Pike Place Market since 1907, ascending the Space Needle built for the 1962 World's Fair, and enjoying views from Kerry Park that showcase the Emerald City's dramatic setting between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
Day 1
Your Western adventure begins in Southern California, where perfect beaches, Spanish colonial architecture, and laid-back lifestyle define the American Dream of endless summer.
Your first day relaxes at La Jolla Cove's pristine beaches where sea lions bask on rocky shores, followed by Pacific Beach sunsets and authentic Mexican tacos with craft beer that reflect California's cultural fusion. Day two explores Balboa Park, established for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and home to 15 museums, concluding with evening strolls through the Gaslamp Quarter's Victorian architecture that dates to San Diego's 1860s boom period. Your third day drives up the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, visiting Venice Beach's bohemian boardwalk culture established in 1905 by Abbot Kinney as "Venice of America," and exploring Santa Monica's famous pier and beaches that epitomize California beach culture.
Days 2 - 4
The middle section explores Los Angeles's entertainment industry and California's natural beauty, from Hollywood glamour to Big Sur's dramatic coastline.
Your fourth day features Griffith Park hikes with views of the Hollywood sign erected in 1923, visits to the Hollywood Bowl's iconic amphitheater since 1922, or the Getty Center's architecture and art collections, concluding with rooftop dinners overlooking the city of angels. Day five embraces California's wine culture and Spanish colonial architecture in regions where Franciscan missions established European settlement patterns still visible today. The sixth day drives Highway 1 through Big Sur's dramatic coastline, crossing the famous Bixby Bridge completed in 1932, with stops in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the fairy-tale village where Clint Eastwood once served as mayor. Your seventh day arrives in San Francisco, immediately experiencing Golden Gate Bridge views, Chinatown's culture established during the 1849 Gold Rush, cable car rides on the system operating since 1873, and lunch at the Ferry Building marketplace.
Days 5 - 6
Your final days explore Northern California's natural wonders and Pacific Northwest culture, from ancient redwoods to Portland's creative scene and Seattle's maritime heritage.
Day eight includes Alcatraz tours of the former federal prison, Mission District murals reflecting Latino culture, and sunset views from Lands End or Twin Peaks showcasing San Francisco's dramatic topography. Your ninth day chooses between towering coastal redwoods, some over 2,000 years old, or wine country in Napa and Sonoma valleys where California's world-class wine industry began in the 1850s.
The tenth day flies or drives to Portland, immediately experiencing the city's famous food truck culture, Powell's Books (the world's largest independent bookstore), and riverside walks along the Willamette River. Day eleven explores the Columbia River Gorge's dramatic waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls cascading 620 feet, carved by the Missoula Floods 15,000 years ago. Your twelfth and final day arrives in Seattle, exploring Pike Place Market since 1907, ascending the Space Needle built for the 1962 World's Fair, and enjoying views from Kerry Park that showcase the Emerald City's dramatic setting between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
Days 4 - 7
The middle section explores Los Angeles's entertainment industry and California's natural beauty, from Hollywood glamour to Big Sur's dramatic coastline.
Your fourth day features Griffith Park hikes with views of the Hollywood sign erected in 1923, visits to the Hollywood Bowl's iconic amphitheater since 1922, or the Getty Center's architecture and art collections, concluding with rooftop dinners overlooking the city of angels. Day five embraces California's wine culture and Spanish colonial architecture in regions where Franciscan missions established European settlement patterns still visible today. The sixth day drives Highway 1 through Big Sur's dramatic coastline, crossing the famous Bixby Bridge completed in 1932, with stops in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the fairy-tale village where Clint Eastwood once served as mayor. Your seventh day arrives in San Francisco, immediately experiencing Golden Gate Bridge views, Chinatown's culture established during the 1849 Gold Rush, cable car rides on the system operating since 1873, and lunch at the Ferry Building marketplace.
Days 8 - 12
Your final days explore Northern California's natural wonders and Pacific Northwest culture, from ancient redwoods to Portland's creative scene and Seattle's maritime heritage.
Day eight includes Alcatraz tours of the former federal prison, Mission District murals reflecting Latino culture, and sunset views from Lands End or Twin Peaks showcasing San Francisco's dramatic topography. Your ninth day chooses between towering coastal redwoods, some over 2,000 years old, or wine country in Napa and Sonoma valleys where California's world-class wine industry began in the 1850s.
The tenth day flies or drives to Portland, immediately experiencing the city's famous food truck culture, Powell's Books (the world's largest independent bookstore), and riverside walks along the Willamette River. Day eleven explores the Columbia River Gorge's dramatic waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls cascading 620 feet, carved by the Missoula Floods 15,000 years ago. Your twelfth and final day arrives in Seattle, exploring Pike Place Market since 1907, ascending the Space Needle built for the 1962 World's Fair, and enjoying views from Kerry Park that showcase the Emerald City's dramatic setting between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
from £2500 pp, per night
San Diego - Los Angeles - San Francisco - Portland - Seattle
Days 1 - 3
The Venice of America
Days 4 - 7
Californian Legacy
Days 8 - 12
Onwards to Portland
Trip Highlights
Soak up Southern California’s beach life and Spanish heritage, from La Jolla sea lions to Balboa Park’s museums and Venice Beach boardwalks.
Hike Hollywood hills and cruise Pacific Coast Highway, where Griffith Park, Big Sur cliffs, and coastal towns blend glamour with natural drama.
Discover San Francisco’s icons and immigrant roots, riding cable cars, touring Alcatraz, and exploring Chinatown and mural-lined Mission streets.
Wander ancient redwood forests or sip in Napa Valley, where California’s towering trees and world-class wines meet in serene beauty.
End in the Pacific Northwest with Portland’s indie spirit and Seattle’s skyline, from Powell’s Books and Multnomah Falls to Pike Place Market and the Space Needle.
Days 1 - 3
Your Western adventure begins in Southern California, where perfect beaches, Spanish colonial architecture, and laid-back lifestyle define the American Dream of endless summer.
Your first day relaxes at La Jolla Cove's pristine beaches where sea lions bask on rocky shores, followed by Pacific Beach sunsets and authentic Mexican tacos with craft beer that reflect California's cultural fusion. Day two explores Balboa Park, established for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and home to 15 museums, concluding with evening strolls through the Gaslamp Quarter's Victorian architecture that dates to San Diego's 1860s boom period. Your third day drives up the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, visiting Venice Beach's bohemian boardwalk culture established in 1905 by Abbot Kinney as "Venice of America," and exploring Santa Monica's famous pier and beaches that epitomize California beach culture.
Days 5 - 6
The final days showcase Boston's maritime heritage and cultural sophistication while exploring the revolutionary sites that birthed a nation.
Day five ventures along Boston's historic harbor, where the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum brings the pivotal 1773 protest to life through interactive exhibits and replica ships, followed by visits to the Charlestown Navy Yard where the USS Constitution—"Old Ironsides"—launched in 1797 remains the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat. Climb Bunker Hill Monument, commemorating the pivotal 1775 battle where colonial forces proved they could stand against British regulars, offering panoramic views across Boston Harbor's islands.
Your sixth day provides the perfect cultural finale at the Boston Symphony Orchestra's legendary Symphony Hall, considered one of the world's most acoustically perfect concert venues since opening in 1900, or catching a performance at one of the theaters in the historic Theater District, before concluding with sunset walks through Boston Common, America's oldest public park established in 1634, where swan boats glide across the lagoon and the golden dome of the State House gleams above tree-lined pathways that have provided peaceful refuge for Bostonians for nearly 400 years.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four blend Boston's world-class cultural treasures with Cambridge's academic prestige while exploring neighborhoods that showcase four centuries of American architectural evolution.
Your second day explores the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts, established in 1870 and housing one of the world's most comprehensive art collections, including the largest assembly of Monet paintings outside Paris, ancient Egyptian treasures, and the finest collection of American art from colonial portraits to contemporary masterpieces, all housed in a stunning building that masterfully combines classical and contemporary architecture. Continue through elegant Back Bay, built on reclaimed marshland in the late 1800s through one of history's most ambitious urban planning projects, where perfectly aligned Victorian brownstones line Commonwealth Avenue's tree-shaded boulevard that rivals Paris's Champs-Élysées for architectural grandeur.
Day three crosses the iconic Charles River to explore Harvard University, America's oldest institution of higher education established in 1636, where Harvard Yard's red-brick buildings have educated eight U.S. presidents, 62 Nobel Prize winners, and countless world leaders while maintaining cherished traditions dating back nearly four centuries. Wander through Harvard Square's eclectic bookstores and coffeehouses before exploring neighboring MIT, where cutting-edge research continues Boston's legacy as America's intellectual capital. Your fourth day delves into Boston's diverse neighborhoods, from the Italian charm of the North End—where narrow streets wind past the Old North Church where Paul Revere received his famous signal—to the bustling Quincy Market where food vendors serve New England clam chowder and lobster rolls amid the restored 1826 Greek Revival marketplace.
Days 5 - 6
The final days showcase Boston's maritime heritage and cultural sophistication while exploring the revolutionary sites that birthed a nation.
Day five ventures along Boston's historic harbor, where the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum brings the pivotal 1773 protest to life through interactive exhibits and replica ships, followed by visits to the Charlestown Navy Yard where the USS Constitution—"Old Ironsides"—launched in 1797 remains the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat. Climb Bunker Hill Monument, commemorating the pivotal 1775 battle where colonial forces proved they could stand against British regulars, offering panoramic views across Boston Harbor's islands.
Your sixth day provides the perfect cultural finale at the Boston Symphony Orchestra's legendary Symphony Hall, considered one of the world's most acoustically perfect concert venues since opening in 1900, or catching a performance at one of the theaters in the historic Theater District, before concluding with sunset walks through Boston Common, America's oldest public park established in 1634, where swan boats glide across the lagoon and the golden dome of the State House gleams above tree-lined pathways that have provided peaceful refuge for Bostonians for nearly 400 years.
Days 4 - 7
The middle section explores Los Angeles's entertainment industry and California's natural beauty, from Hollywood glamour to Big Sur's dramatic coastline.
Your fourth day features Griffith Park hikes with views of the Hollywood sign erected in 1923, visits to the Hollywood Bowl's iconic amphitheater since 1922, or the Getty Center's architecture and art collections, concluding with rooftop dinners overlooking the city of angels. Day five embraces California's wine culture and Spanish colonial architecture in regions where Franciscan missions established European settlement patterns still visible today. The sixth day drives Highway 1 through Big Sur's dramatic coastline, crossing the famous Bixby Bridge completed in 1932, with stops in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the fairy-tale village where Clint Eastwood once served as mayor. Your seventh day arrives in San Francisco, immediately experiencing Golden Gate Bridge views, Chinatown's culture established during the 1849 Gold Rush, cable car rides on the system operating since 1873, and lunch at the Ferry Building marketplace.
Days 8 - 12
Your final days explore Northern California's natural wonders and Pacific Northwest culture, from ancient redwoods to Portland's creative scene and Seattle's maritime heritage.
Day eight includes Alcatraz tours of the former federal prison, Mission District murals reflecting Latino culture, and sunset views from Lands End or Twin Peaks showcasing San Francisco's dramatic topography. Your ninth day chooses between towering coastal redwoods, some over 2,000 years old, or wine country in Napa and Sonoma valleys where California's world-class wine industry began in the 1850s.
The tenth day flies or drives to Portland, immediately experiencing the city's famous food truck culture, Powell's Books (the world's largest independent bookstore), and riverside walks along the Willamette River. Day eleven explores the Columbia River Gorge's dramatic waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls cascading 620 feet, carved by the Missoula Floods 15,000 years ago. Your twelfth and final day arrives in Seattle, exploring Pike Place Market since 1907, ascending the Space Needle built for the 1962 World's Fair, and enjoying views from Kerry Park that showcase the Emerald City's dramatic setting between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
from £2500 pp, per night
San Diego - Los Angeles - San Francisco - Portland - Seattle
Days 1 - 3
The Venice of America
Days 4 - 7
Californian Legacy
Days 8 - 12
Onwards to Portland
Trip Highlights
Soak up Southern California’s beach life and Spanish heritage, from La Jolla sea lions to Balboa Park’s museums and Venice Beach boardwalks.
Hike Hollywood hills and cruise Pacific Coast Highway, where Griffith Park, Big Sur cliffs, and coastal towns blend glamour with natural drama.
Discover San Francisco’s icons and immigrant roots, riding cable cars, touring Alcatraz, and exploring Chinatown and mural-lined Mission streets.
Wander ancient redwood forests or sip in Napa Valley, where California’s towering trees and world-class wines meet in serene beauty.
End in the Pacific Northwest with Portland’s indie spirit and Seattle’s skyline, from Powell’s Books and Multnomah Falls to Pike Place Market and the Space Needle.
Days 1 - 3
Your Western adventure begins in Southern California, where perfect beaches, Spanish colonial architecture, and laid-back lifestyle define the American Dream of endless summer.
Your first day relaxes at La Jolla Cove's pristine beaches where sea lions bask on rocky shores, followed by Pacific Beach sunsets and authentic Mexican tacos with craft beer that reflect California's cultural fusion. Day two explores Balboa Park, established for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and home to 15 museums, concluding with evening strolls through the Gaslamp Quarter's Victorian architecture that dates to San Diego's 1860s boom period. Your third day drives up the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, visiting Venice Beach's bohemian boardwalk culture established in 1905 by Abbot Kinney as "Venice of America," and exploring Santa Monica's famous pier and beaches that epitomize California beach culture.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four blend Boston's world-class cultural treasures with Cambridge's academic prestige while exploring neighborhoods that showcase four centuries of American architectural evolution.
Your second day explores the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts, established in 1870 and housing one of the world's most comprehensive art collections, including the largest assembly of Monet paintings outside Paris, ancient Egyptian treasures, and the finest collection of American art from colonial portraits to contemporary masterpieces, all housed in a stunning building that masterfully combines classical and contemporary architecture. Continue through elegant Back Bay, built on reclaimed marshland in the late 1800s through one of history's most ambitious urban planning projects, where perfectly aligned Victorian brownstones line Commonwealth Avenue's tree-shaded boulevard that rivals Paris's Champs-Élysées for architectural grandeur.
Day three crosses the iconic Charles River to explore Harvard University, America's oldest institution of higher education established in 1636, where Harvard Yard's red-brick buildings have educated eight U.S. presidents, 62 Nobel Prize winners, and countless world leaders while maintaining cherished traditions dating back nearly four centuries. Wander through Harvard Square's eclectic bookstores and coffeehouses before exploring neighboring MIT, where cutting-edge research continues Boston's legacy as America's intellectual capital. Your fourth day delves into Boston's diverse neighborhoods, from the Italian charm of the North End—where narrow streets wind past the Old North Church where Paul Revere received his famous signal—to the bustling Quincy Market where food vendors serve New England clam chowder and lobster rolls amid the restored 1826 Greek Revival marketplace.