6 or 8 days
San Francisco, Los Angeles | CPN

Go California dreamin’ as you explore the Golden State from north to south! Relax and catch a cable car in San Francisco, the “City by the Bay,” then bask in the bright lights of Hollywood as you explore Los Angeles, one of America’s most glamorous destinations.

  • Day 1: Travel to San Francisco

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Take a Cable Car Ride

  • Day 2: San Francisco

    Take a tour of Alcatraz or enjoy a San Francisco Bay cruise (Alcatraz tour subject to availability)

    Enjoy free time at Fisherman's Wharf 

    Take a guided tour of San Francisco

    • Chinatown
    • Lombard Street
    • Golden Gate Bridge
    • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Day 3: San Francisco | Los Angeles

    Travel to Los Angeles

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 4: Los Angeles

    Guided sightseeing tour of Los Angeles:

    • Hollywood sign
    • Walk of Fame
    • Sunset Blvd
    • Rodeo Drive

    Visit Venice Beach or Santa Monica Pier
  • Day 5: Los Angeles

    Visit Universal Studios Hollywood
  • Day 6: Los Angeles | Depart for home

    Enjoy free time in Los Angeles

Add 2 more days

  • Day 6: Los Angeles | San Diego

    Travel to San Diego

    Guided sightseeing tour of San Diego:

    • Balboa Park
    • Coronado Island
    • La Jolla
    • Gas Lamp Quarter
    • Pacific Beach area

    Explore Old Town San Diego 

  • Day 7: San Diego

    Enjoy free time in San Diego

    Visit the USS Midway Museum 

  • Day 8: San Diego | Depart for home

    Enjoy free time in San Diego

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    San Diego Seal Tour

    San Diego Seal Tour

    Learn about San Diego from land and water on this excursion through the streets of the city and the waters of the San Diego Bay. During your time in a Hydra-Terra (a vehicle that can travel by both land and water) you'll take in the history of the city and the beautiful waters where seals and California sea lions play.

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  • Day 1: Travel to San Francisco

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Take a Cable Car Ride

  • Day 2: San Francisco

    Take a tour of Alcatraz or enjoy a San Francisco Bay cruise (Alcatraz tour subject to availability)

    Enjoy free time at Fisherman's Wharf 

    Take a guided tour of San Francisco

    • Chinatown
    • Lombard Street
    • Golden Gate Bridge
    • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Day 3: San Francisco | Los Angeles

    Travel to Los Angeles

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 4: Los Angeles

    Guided sightseeing tour of Los Angeles:

    • Hollywood sign
    • Walk of Fame
    • Sunset Blvd
    • Rodeo Drive

    Visit Venice Beach or Santa Monica Pier
  • Day 5: Los Angeles

    Visit Universal Studios Hollywood
  • Day 6: Los Angeles | Depart for home

    Enjoy free time in Los Angeles

Add 2 more days

  • Day 6: Los Angeles | San Diego

    Travel to San Diego

    Guided sightseeing tour of San Diego:

    • Balboa Park
    • Coronado Island
    • La Jolla
    • Gas Lamp Quarter
    • Pacific Beach area

    Explore Old Town San Diego 

  • Day 7: San Diego

    Enjoy free time in San Diego

    Visit the USS Midway Museum 

  • Day 8: San Diego | Depart for home

    Enjoy free time in San Diego

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    San Diego Seal Tour

    San Diego Seal Tour

    Learn about San Diego from land and water on this excursion through the streets of the city and the waters of the San Diego Bay. During your time in a Hydra-Terra (a vehicle that can travel by both land and water) you'll take in the history of the city and the beautiful waters where seals and California sea lions play.

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Everything you get

This all-inclusive experience gives students the chance to explore the world–all at an unbeatable value.
  • Transportation

    Whether it’s by plane, motor coach, train, ferries or subways—your transportation is all covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.

  • Hotels

    Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Meals

    Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Customary gratuities

    To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.

  • Overnight security

    Safety is our number one priority. That’s why we’ve included professional security on watch nightly at your hotel.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.

Pricing that makes travel possible

Our prices include airfare, hotels, meals, a full-time Tour Director, and more.

Payment options

We believe every student should have the opportunity to travel, which is why we let our travellers choose how they want to manage their payments. Enrol in our Automatic Payment Plan with just $199 to start, make fixed and low monthly payments through Uplift, receive invoices and make your payments in less frequent instalments, or pay up front in full.

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