Explore one of America's most iconic coasts on a 2-day tour from San Jose to Los Angeles. On day 1, we'll drive through Northern California redwood country to see Big Sur, Monterey and Santa Cruz, stopping at Bixby Bridge, River Inn, Pfeiffer State Park and Nepenthe and other stops of interest. On day 2, we'll take the train to Los Angeles from your Monterey, Carmel or Salinas hotel (room expense not included).

Take a unique trip from San Jose to Los Angeles by car and train
Travel by private car on day 1, by train on day 2
Explore the popular attractions of redwood country in Big Sur, Monterey and Santa Cruz
Options for pick-up available in several starting cities and the hotel of your choice on day 2

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Big Sur, Bixby Bridge, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, McWay Falls by private sedan car
Hotel pick up in San Jose area
Coach class Coast Starlight train ticket from Monterey to Los Angeles

Hotel drop off in Los Angeles
Food and drinks
Gratuity
Cost of the hotel room in Monterey or Carmel or Salinas

Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

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End point

Union Station
800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA

What To Expect

Day 1

Day 1: San Jose to Santa Cruz to Monterey. 154 miles

5 Stops

San Jose

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bixby Bridge

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Big Sur

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carmel Plaza

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Salinas to Los Angeles on Coast Train

1 Stop

Pacific Coast Highway

9 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Near public transportation

Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Operated by California Pacific Excursions

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 7 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 full days before the experience’s start time.
Any changes made less than 6 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
For a 50% refund, you must cancel 3–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Overview

What's Included

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting points

Pickup points

End point

What To Expect

Day 1: San Jose to Santa Cruz to Monterey. 154 miles

Salinas to Los Angeles on Coast Train

Additional Info

Cancellation Policy

Traveler Photos

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