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California Family Road Trip

Tailormade Journeys

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From world-class surf breaks and towering sequoias to Oscar-winning film studios and retro amusement parks, the Golden State is awash with wonders both natural and man-made, ready to be discovered. Create cherished memories on a family road trip from San Francisco to San Diego, bookended by a guided bike ride across Golden Gate Bridge and a behind-the-scenes tour of the world-famous San Diego Zoo. En route, take time to hike off the beaten track in Yosemite National Park, meet conservationists at the marine wonderland of Monterey Bay Aquarium and kayak in the wildlife-rich Channel Islands National Park. Pair these outdoor pursuits with all the urban-cool California has to offer, with cultural city tours, mouth-watering American cuisine and a VIP tour of Universal Studios, the beating heart of Tinsel Town. 
14 Nights
November 28, 2025 through September 01, 2027
Book by:
September 01, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
Interests
  • Family Vacations
  • Luxury
  • Ultra Luxury
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive San Francisco
Day 2
Street-Level Immersion
Day 3
The City Up Close
Day 4
America’s Natural Wonder
Day 5
Basking in the Majesty
Day 6
Private Aquarium Visit
Day 7
Whale Watching
Day 8
Day 9
Immersion in Kelp Forest Splendors
Day 10
Beaches, Boardwalks and Palisades
Day 11
Surfing and Universal Studios
Day 12
Love LA Your Way
Day 13
Gorgeous Beaches and Artsy Neighborhoods
Day 14
Behind the Scenes at the Zoo
Day 15
Depart Santa Monica
Detailed Itinerary
1 Arrive San Francisco



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2 Street-Level Immersion



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3 The City Up Close



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4 America’s Natural Wonder



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5 Basking in the Majesty



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6 Private Aquarium Visit



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7 Whale Watching



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9 Immersion in Kelp Forest Splendors



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10 Beaches, Boardwalks and Palisades



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11 Surfing and Universal Studios



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12 Love LA Your Way



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13 Gorgeous Beaches and Artsy Neighborhoods



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14 Behind the Scenes at the Zoo



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15 Depart Santa Monica



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Highlights
California Family Road Trip

Sail across San Francisco Bay, watching the sun set over the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island

Hike among giant sequoias and bask in waterfalls in Yosemite National Park

Meet conservationists at the marine wonderland of Monterey Bay Aquarium

Feel the thrill as you drive over 1930s Bixby Bridge, taking in the canyons of Big Sur

Paddle over sea caves and kelp beds on a private kayaking adventure in the Channel Islands National Park

Surf the breaks and cycle the boardwalks of Venice Beach in sunny Santa Monica

Visit the Universal Studios backlot on a VIP tour of the LA film studio and theme park

Become a wildlife ally during a visit of San Diego Zoo and Safari Park

The Pioneers of Luxury Travel

Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962

We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.

Travel Your Way

For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.

With You All The Way

Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.

Travel Thoughtfully

We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.

The A&K Family

For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.

Ways to Travel with A&K

Ways to Travel with A&K

 

We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.

Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
 

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.

California Family Road Trip

Sail across San Francisco Bay, watching the sun set over the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island

Hike among giant sequoias and bask in waterfalls in Yosemite National Park

Meet conservationists at the marine wonderland of Monterey Bay Aquarium

Feel the thrill as you drive over 1930s Bixby Bridge, taking in the canyons of Big Sur

Paddle over sea caves and kelp beds on a private kayaking adventure in the Channel Islands National Park

Surf the breaks and cycle the boardwalks of Venice Beach in sunny Santa Monica

Visit the Universal Studios backlot on a VIP tour of the LA film studio and theme park

Become a wildlife ally during a visit of San Diego Zoo and Safari Park

Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962

We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.

Travel Your Way

For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.

With You All The Way

Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.

Travel Thoughtfully

We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.

The A&K Family

For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.

Ways to Travel with A&K

 

We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.

Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
 

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.

About Abercrombie & Kent
Abercrombie & Kent logo

For Life's Most Epic Adventures

From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.

Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.

We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.

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About Abercrombie & Kent

For Life's Most Epic Adventures

From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.

Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.

We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.