Amtrak Vacations - CALIFORNIA COAST, 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS

Package Also Includes:
• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Paso Robles; Paso Robles to Los Angeles on the Coast Starlight®; Los Angeles to San Diego on the Pacific Surfliner® and Coast Starlight®
• 8 nights’ hotel accommodations
• 2 meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner)

DAY 1 YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN SAN FRANCISCO
Welcome to San Francisco! Enjoy a leisurely visit to San Francisco’s most beloved attraction—Fisherman’s Wharf. This waterfront community is rich in both culture and offers lots to see and do. Don’t forget to stop by and see the famous sea lions as they bask and sing in the San Francisco sunshine. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the end of Pier 39 with the group. (Overnight in San Francisco) D

DAY 2 SAN FRANCISCO
Climb on board a double-decker bus for your hop-on, hop-off tour of San Francisco! This excursion gives you the opportunity to see the most popular areas of this amazing city, like the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, and Golden Gate Park. You can exit the bus at any of the stops to further explore any anything that piques your interest at your own pace. Or, you can sit back and relax as the tour guide takes you all over the city, while providing a fascinating narration of each sight. Visit popular districts like, Chinatown, North Beach, Union Square, the Civic Center, and more! (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3 SAN FRANCISCO > PASO ROBLES
Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to enjoy one of the most spectacular of all train routes, the Coast Starlight®. This route links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The scenery along the route is truly gorgeous, so be sure to grab a window seat. From the dramatic peaks of the mountains to the fertile valleys to the long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline, this route provides a stunning backdrop for your scenic journey. Spend your free time this afternoon in Paso Robles, exploring a city famous known for its amazing hospitality and even more amazing wine. (Overnight in Paso Robles)

DAY 4 PASO ROBLES
Today is perfect for the wine lover! Enjoy a celebrated Paso Robles wineries tour, which includes visits to between 4 – 6 different award-winning wineries and a leisurely vineyard picnic lunch. Don’t worry, you won’t have to drive home. We shall chauffeur you to and from each winery. End your wine-filled day exploring the shops and restaurants in the charming town square. (Overnight in Paso Robles) L

DAY 5 PASO ROBLES > LOS ANGELES
This morning, transfer to the station and board the train for a scenic ride from Paso Robles to Los Angeles on the Coast Starlight. (Your ride to the City of Angels is included in your package.) Enjoy the magnificent Pacific Ocean views as you venture down the California Coast. Upon your arrival in L.A., check into your hotel and enjoy a good night’s sleep. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 6 LOS ANGELES
Welcome to the entertainment capital of the world! Board a double-decker bus for a narrated hop-on/hop-off tour of L.A. Stops include the iconic Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Kodak Theatre, Paramount Studios, Hollywood & Vine, the Santa Monica Pier, the fabulous Fashion District, and many more! Get on and off as often as you like to further explore any of the sights at your own leisure. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 7 LOS ANGELES > SAN DIEGO
Travel to the station and board Amtrak to San Diego. Relax on the comfortable Pacific Surfliner® as you continue your journey south along the magnificent Pacific Ocean coastline. Upon arrival into San Diego, begin exploring the city on your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. (Overnight in San Diego)

DAY 8 SAN DIEGO
Today you’ll see San Diego from the “Big Bay” during a beautiful guided harbor cruise. Narrated tour highlights include the history of San Diego and over 50 different points of interest and iconic sights, like the Navy ships, aircraft carriers, the spectacular Coronado Bridge, the famous Star of India, historic ships of the Maritime Museum, Seaport Village, and the gorgeous downtown skyline. After the cruise continue on the hop-on, hop-off tour of the city. (Overnight in San Diego)

DAY 9 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN DIEGO

Legend for meals: B - Breakfast, BR - Brunch, L - Lunch, D – Dinner

Included Hotels
San Francisco - Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf
Paso Robles - Hampton Inn Paso Robles
Los Angeles - The LA Downtown Hotel
San Diego - Wyndham San Diego Bayside