10 days in California Itinerary
Created using Inspirock California visit planner
Start: Detroit
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San Francisco
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Monterey
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Santa Barbara
— 2 nights
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Los Angeles
— 2 nights
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End: Detroit
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, browse the different shops at Ferry Building Marketplace, and take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf.
To see photos, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco travel itinerary planner.
Detroit to San Francisco is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and subway. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Detroit to San Francisco. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Detroit in March; daily highs in San Francisco reach 65°F and lows reach 50°F. You will leave for Monterey on the 27th (Mon).
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Monterey — 2 nights
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Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. Monterey is known for zoos & aquariums, scenic drive, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get outside with Elkhorn Slough Safari, hike along Scenic Road Walkway, enjoy the sand and surf at Carmel River State Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Asilomar State Beach.
To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Monterey trip itinerary planner.
Getting from San Francisco to Monterey by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Monterey can reach 64°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Santa Barbara.
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To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Monterey trip itinerary planner.
Getting from San Francisco to Monterey by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Monterey can reach 64°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Santa Barbara.
Side Trips
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Santa Barbara — 2 nights
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The American Riviera
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.On the 30th (Thu), admire the striking features of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, contemplate the long history of Old Mission Santa Barbara, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Santa Barbara Zoo, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf.
To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Santa Barbara holiday planner.
You can drive from Monterey to Santa Barbara in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. March in Santa Barbara sees daily highs of 69°F and lows of 48°F at night. On the 31st (Fri), you're off to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 2 nights
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City of Angels
Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.Start off your visit on the 31st (Fri): see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory, then examine the collection at The Getty Center, and then take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier. On the next day, get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park.
To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles driving holiday planning tool.
You can drive from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Santa Barbara in March, Los Angeles is a bit warmer at night with lows of 54°F. You'll have a few hours on the 2nd (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling home.
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California travel guide
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.
