USA Road Trip — Yosemite Hiking & Cali Surfing

From

CAD 1,799

Duration

6 days

Countries

United States

Activity

moderate

The adventure

Get both your hiking and beach fix with this six day trip through some of California’s most beautiful scenery. Discover the majesty of Yosemite National Park with hikes through the most scenic areas, grab a surfboard and catch some waves along the southern California coast, and rest up at a hostel just steps from the beach. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get back out there, have some fun, and make some lasting memories along the way.

At a glance

Duration

6 days

Route

San Francisco → Venice Beach

Countries

United States

Activity level

moderate

Style

Beach & Islands, National Parks & Wilderness, Overland & Road Trips, Trekking & Hiking, Wildlife & Safari

Group size

Ask

Flights

Not included

Solo travellers

Welcome

Where you'll go

Day by day

Explore the breathtaking rock formations and winding river of Smith Rock State Park on a sunny summer day.

Your journey through

United States

Day 1The adventure begins this morning with the drive…

The adventure begins this morning with the drive to Yosemite National Park. Along the way stop for some fresh produce at a farmer’s market in the central valley. Once in the park hike to Tuolumne Grove to see massive Giant Sequoias. Finish the day with a stop to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall en route to your camp for the night.

Day 2Enjoy free time to navigate the majestic Yosemite…

Enjoy free time to navigate the majestic Yosemite Valley at your own pace. Walk the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail or Swinging Bridge Loop Trail. Relax under the towering granite monoliths of Half Dome or El Capitan. Up for more of a challenge? Test your endurance on a more challenging hike like Upper Yosemite Falls or Four Mile. On the way back to camp, search for climbers on the sheer rock face of El Capitan.

Day 3Today is all about getting active and exploring…

Today is all about getting active and exploring the landscapes of Yosemite. Head out on a hike to Vernal or Nevada Falls or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley. This park is a hiker’s paradise filled with different options for every skill level. From miles of trekking to short walks featuring amazing views, you won’t have a hard time finding a trail to set out on and enjoy. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and make sure to take plenty of pictures. In the evening relax around the fire and swap stories with your group.

Day 4Bid farewell to Yosemite this morning and get…Venice Beach

Lifeguard tower on a sandy beach at twilight, with city lights in the background.

Venice Beach

Bid farewell to Yosemite this morning and get ready for some ocean waves and sand between your toes as the group heads south to Venice Beach. Travel through the rolling hills and vastness of the Central Valley and arrive at the Pacific coast just in time to walk the beach during golden hour and grab some delicious dinner by the sea.

Day 5Live the California dream as you wake up…Venice Beach

Distant anonymous people relaxing on sandy beach near empty skate park with ramp against cloudy sky

Venice Beach

Live the California dream as you wake up to the distant sound of waves crashing against the sand. Then, suit up and get ready for your surf lesson where you'll learn a thing or two about what it takes to make riding those waves look so easy. Afterwards, enjoy free time on Venice Beach to lounge in the sun, walk out to the pier, or find a beachfront cafe with a table outside for some people watching. Or choose to rent bikes or surf boards and continue the adventure. Your only dilemma today should be deciding which burrito place you want to eat at.

Day 6Departure Day. Please book onward travel no earlier than 12pm

Departure Day. Please book onward travel no earlier than 12pm.