Day 1 - Arrive in San Francisco
Visit the world famous Alcatraz Island – not only a fascinating tour, but also great views of the city from the boat ride over. Bike the Golden Gate Bridge and take the ferry back, an unforgettable experience.
Stay two nights in San Francisco
Day 3 - Collect your RV and begin your road trip!
Drive from San Francisco to Porto Bodega, approx. 55 miles
Bodega Bay is located about 80 kilometers northwest of the Port of San Francisco and over 135 kilometers west-southwest of the Port of West Sacramento. Visitors to Porto Bodega Marina enjoy water sports like deep-sea fishing, boating, kayaking, sailing, bird watching, wind surfing, and kite boarding. Popular land-based activities at Porto Bodega Marina include hiking and biking and visiting nearby state parks.
Stay night in Port Bodega
Day 4 - Drive from Porto Bodega to Manchester Beach, approx. 70 miles
It’s time to head north on Highway 101 through meandering rolling hills and a diverse landscape rich in agricultural heritage. Along the way, visit some of Sonoma County’s best wineries along the river banks in the Russian River Valley and sample an array of exceptional wines. Hike the nature trail in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve near Guerneville. North of picturesque Jenner by the-Sea stands Fort Ross State Historic Park, and farther north on the coast is Kruse Rhododendron State Reserve. Continuing north on scenic Highway 1 will lead you to explore numerous parks, beaches and coastal villages. Just north of the park a must see is Point Arena historic lighthouse.
Day 5 - Drive from Manchester Beach to Redwood National Park, approx. 180 miles
Your journey continues along Highway 1, 300-foot-tall redwoods will tower overhead as you drive the 31-mile stretch called the Avenue of Giants. The trees within Humboldt Redwoods State park are part of the largest remaining forest of virgin redwood trees in the world. At Meyers Flat, you can pass through the Drive-Thru-Tree. Tour Humboldt Bay by boat, then shop and dine in Old Town Eureka. Between Orrick and Crescent City are the world’s tallest trees – preserved in Redwood National Park. North of Klamath, you’ll be greeted by statues of legendary lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his blue ox, Babe. Crescent City is the northern gateway to the Redwood National Park. Offshore, see the oldest Pacific Coast working lighthouse in Crescent City.
Stay one night Redwood National Park.
Day 6 - Drive from Redwood National Park to Mount Shasta, approx. 210 miles
Travelling from Eureka east on Hwy. 299 is the start of the Trinity River Scenic Byway, which offers some of the most diverse scenery of any drive in far Northern California. Admire Weaverville’s historic sites, and catch insights into pioneer life at the Jake Jackson Museum. Stop by Whiskey town National Recreation Area to enjoy free kayaking or hiking to one of the many beautiful falls in the area. In Mt. Shasta you will find numerous places to hike and swim, or drive along Everitt Memorial Highway to capture breath taking views of majestic Mount Shasta, 14,179 feet, the second highest peak in the Cascades.
Stay two nights in Mount Shasta.
Day 8 - Drive from Mount Shasta to Hat Creek, approx. 70 miles
From Mt. Shasta take highway 89 toward McCloud. This will tie you into one of California’s only All American Roads: the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway. Enjoy the beauty of this scenic drive as you make your way down to one of the regions most prized attractions: McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park featuring a 129-foot high waterfall that transports you to a tropical island. Subway Cave offers an opportunity to walk through a 1/3-mile long volcanic lava tube.
Stay one night in Hat Creek.
Day 9 - Drive from Hat Creek to Lake Tahoe, approx. 215 miles
After seeing the stunning sights of northern California’s volcanic parks, today you take a drive to Lake Tahoe. Truly a year-round destination, this beautiful jewel in the mountains offers so much to do no matter what the weather. Lake Tahoe activities are limitless. Spring and fall, Lake Tahoe activities include perfect fishing and scenic Tahoe golf courses. Summer offers family fun time with mountain biking trips, horseback riding, fishing, swimming, water sports and golf courses.
Stay two nights Lake Tahoe
Day 11 - Drive from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento, approx. 110 miles
Sacramento is the star on the map of California - where you will find cultural attractions to inspire you, cutting-edge cuisine to impress you, history to enrich you and surprises to put a smile on your face. Venture out in any direction and you’ll see why they say “California begins here.” California’s Capital is great value for visitors with lots to do for little or no cost like free tours of the California State Capitol building or sightseeing in historic Old Sacramento, and as Americas Farmto-Fork Capital, you can be sure of some amazing cafes, bars and restaurants.
Stay two night Sacramento.
Day 13 - Drive from Sacramento to Yosemite National Park, approx. 135 miles
Today, you visit one of the most recognizable National Parks in North America, Yosemite. Comprising of over 1,189 square miles of scenic wild lands and ranging from 2,000 feet above sea level to over 13,000 feet. The park is home to alpine meadows, mountain forests, lakes, waterfalls, abundant wildlife and a grove of giant
sequoias.
Stay two nights in Yosemite National Park.
Day 15 - Drive from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco
Drop your RV off in time for your flight.
Arrive in the UK.