Welcome to San Luis Obispo
Almost midway between LA and San Francisco, at the junction of Hwys 101 and 1, San Luis Obispo is a popular overnight stop for road-trippers. With no must-see attractions, SLO might not seem to warrant much of your time. Even so, this low-key town has an enviably high quality of life – in fact, it has been named America’s happiest city. CalPoly university students inject a healthy dose of hubbub into the city’s streets, bars and cafes throughout the school year. Nestled at the base of the Santa Lucia foothills, SLO is just a grape’s throw from Edna Valley wineries, too.
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Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour from San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach
S.L.O./Pismo Beach pickups are scheduled for 10:30-11:00am, picked up first and returned last. Your driver will call between 9:30-10:00 on the morning of service with your specific time. Returns begin around 4pm from your last winery. You should visit 4-5 wineries, depending on how long you stay at each winery and lunch plans. When you “hop off” your driver walks you in and introduces you to the tasting room staff who will guide you through your tasting experience. S/he returns in approx. 40mins, lets you know s/he is back, and if ready, you “hop on” and proceed your next chosen winery. If you are enjoying yourself, or not ready to go, they'll return. Typically you are shuttled directly between wineries throughout the day, so it almost feels like a private tour. Occasionally other customers may need to be picked up along the way, but, it's not like a city bus, stopping at every stop. They “hop-scotch” around the wineries.They service 70+ premier Paso Robles wineries, between the East side, West side & Downtown. The full list is available on the "Wineries" page on their website. Tasting fees vary at each winery. Note: due to poor traffic conditions, both sides for the same day are not possible.Gratuity is not included in your total but is greatly appreciated for your driver. 18% would be a standard amount. They ask that you pay the driver the gratuity directly if you are pleased with the service, as it is a considerable portion of their pay.If choosing the tour with lunch, include your order (Option #/Pasta or Salad) in the "additional info" section:#1-Lg. Salad w/Spring Mix, Shallot Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Manchego Cheese, Chicken BreastSANDWICHES (All Sandwiches are Prepared with Babe Farms Spring Mix on Rustic Ciabatta)#2–Chicken w/Goat Cheese, Toasted Pistachio, Red Grapes#3–Roast Turkey w/Fig Butter, Brie Cheese#4–Salami w/Pesto, Manchego Cheese, Roma Tomato#5–Vegetarian w/Smoked Gouda, Shallot Vinaigrette, Roma Tomato, Cucumber, Grilled ArtichokeSIDES–CHOICE OF SM. SALAD OR PASTASmall House Salad (Above-No Chicken)Pasta Salad-Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette, Tomato, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Basil, Red OnionIf choosing the tour with lunch & tasting fees please review:You can choose 4 from the following (choose East OR West):West: AronHill, Croad, Dark Star, Doce Robles, Grey Wolf, Hope Family, Hunt, J Dusi, Midnight, Peachy Canyon, Summerwood or Red SolesEast: Bianchi, Eberle, Glunz, J. Lohr, LDT, Le Vigne, Pear Valley (not Sat/Sun), Rails Nap, Rio Seco, Steinbeck, Tobin James, Via Vega or Vina RoblesPlease include your choices, if any. If not, they will pick the route and you just chat with your driver about the wineries on the side they take you on the day of service.
California Coast 3 Days: Hostel Hopper
ItineraryDay 1: San Francisco To Big SurPass By: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CaliforniaWe'll pick you up at various hostels in San FranciscoStop At: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaIncluded lunch in Santa Cruz!Duration: 1 hourStop At: Monterey Bay, Monterey, Monterey County, CaliforniaExplore the town of Monterey Duration: 1 hourPass By: Big Sur, Big Sur, CaliforniaTonight we camp amongst redwood trees in Big Sur ParkStop At: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Big Sur, CaliforniaSunset viewing of this amazing coast and waterfallDuration: 1 hourMeals included: • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Camping in Big Sur Day 2: Big Sur to Pismo BeachPass By: Big Sur Station, Big Sur, CaliforniaCampfire breakfast and hike amongst redwood treesPass By: Highway 1 Discovery Route, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CaliforniaCruise the amazing California coastPass By: Pismo State Beach, Oceano, San Luis Obispo County, CaliforniaCruise the coast and camp near the beachMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Camping at Pismo BeachDay 3: Pismo Beach to Los AngelesStop At: Santa Barbara Scenic Drive, Santa Barbara, CaliforniaExplore Santa Barbara in the morning and various other stops!Duration: 1 hourPass By: Venice Beach Boardwalk, Los Angeles, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and Los Angeles.Pass By: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and Los Angeles.Pass By: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Los Angeles, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and Los Angeles. Meals included: • BreakfastNo accommodation included on this day.
Hostel Hopper: 11 Day West Coast USA: L.A. to L.A.
ItineraryDay 1: Los Angeles To Lake Havasu and Colorado RiverPass By: Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CaliforniaAfter picking everyone up in Venice Beach, Santa Monica and Los Angeles we take off through the desert on our way to Lake Havasu and the Colorado River! Pass By: Mojave Desert, CaliforniaWe cruise through the desert on our way to Lake Havasu and the Colorado RiverPass By: Lake Havasu, Lake Havasu City, ArizonaTonight we camp right next to Lake Havasu and the Colorado RiverMeals included: • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Tonight we camp next to Lake Havasu and the Colorado River! Day 2: Lake Havasu to Grand Canyon National ParkStop At: Colorado River, Grand Canyon National Park, ArizonaToday we wake up next to Lake Havasu and enjoy a nice morning swim before heading off to the Grand CanyonDuration: 1 hourStop At: Grand Canyon South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park, ArizonaFree day to explore the Grand Canyon. Take a hike into the canyon, Explore the visitor centers or take the highly recommended optional helicopter ride over the canyon!Duration: 12 hoursStop At: Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon National Park, ArizonaTonight we have dinner while sitting along the rim of the canyon watching the sunset!Duration: 2 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: camping at Grand Canyon VillageDay 3: Grand Canyon to Las VegasPass By: Williams Depot, Williams, ArizonaThis morning we break camp and heads towards Las Vegas where we will have 2 nights in a Casino on the Las Vegas Strip! Stop At: Angel & Vilma Delgadillo's Route 66 Gift Shop & Visitor's Center, Seligman, ArizonaOn our way to Vegas we stop off in Seligman to visit the Famous Snowcap on Route 66Duration: 30 minutesPass By: Las Vegas Downtown, Las Vegas, NevadaTonight we stay in a casino right on the stripMeals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: Casino on the strip!Day 4: Las Vegas Free DayPass By: Las Vegas North Premium Outlets, Las Vegas, NevadaToday is free to recover and explore the city, maybe catch a show or relax by the pool. No meals included on this day.Accommodation included: Casino on the stripDay 5: Las Vegas to The Sierra Nevada Mountains and Death ValleyPass By: Las Vegas Downtown, Las Vegas, NevadaThis morning we take off from Vegas and head towards Death Valley National Park the hottest place on earth! Don't let that scare you because it's actually one of the most beautiful places imaginable. Tonight we will be camping up in the cooler temperatures of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and will be relaxing in a hidden hot springs star gazing tonight. It's amazing. Stop At: Badwater, Death Valley National Park, CaliforniaThis morning we take off from Vegas and head towards Death Valley National Park the hottest place on earth! Don't let that scare you because it's actually one of the most beautiful places imaginable. Tonight we will be camping up in the cooler temperatures of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and will be relaxing in a hidden hot springs star gazing tonight. It's amazing. Duration: 30 minutesPass By: Sierra Nevada, CaliforniaThis morning we take off from Vegas and head towards Death Valley National Park the hottest place on earth! Don't let that scare you because it's actually one of the most beautiful places imaginable. Tonight we will be camping up in the cooler temperatures of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and will be relaxing in a hidden hot springs star gazing tonight. It's amazing. Meals included: • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Tonight after the hot springs we camp in the Sierra NevadasDay 6: Sierra Nevada Mountains to Yosemite National ParkPass By: Sierra Nevada, CaliforniaThis morning we head off over the famous and crazy beautiful Tioga Pass (weather permitting) into the stunning Yosemite National Park for a day of exploring. You can hike, bike, walk around the valley floor, relax or work on your photography. There's no shortage of things to do here in this amazing landscape.Stop At: Yosemite Valley, Yosemite National Park, CaliforniaThis morning we head off over the famous and crazy beautiful Tioga Pass (weather permitting) into the stunning Yosemite National Park for a day of exploring. You can hike, bike, walk around the valley floor, relax or work on your photography. There's no shortage of things to do here in this amazing landscape.Duration: 6 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Tonight we camp. Do you like stars? Because tonight you will see stars!Day 7: Yosemite to San FranciscoPass By: Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, CaliforniaToday we leave beautiful Yosemite behind and head into one of our favorite cities in the world San Francisco. Pass By: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CaliforniaToday we leave beautiful Yosemite behind and head into one of our favorite cities in the world San Francisco. Meals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: Next two nights will be in a hostel in San FranciscoDay 8: San Francisco Free DayPass By: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, Californiatoday is free to explore on your own. We know this city very well and can give you the best ideas to make it specialPass by without stoppingNo meals included on this day.Accommodation included: hostelDay 9: San Francisco to Big Sur Stop At: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, Californiaincluded lunch in Santa CruzDuration: 1 hourStop At: Monterey Bay, Monterey, Monterey County, CaliforniaExplore the town of Montrey Duration: 1 hourPass By: Big Sur, Big Sur, CaliforniaTonight we camp amongst redwood trees in big surStop At: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Big Sur, Californiasunset viewing of this amazing coastDuration: 1 hourMeals included: • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: camping in Big Sur in a Redwood ForestDay 10: Big Sur to Pismo BeachPass By: Big Sur Station, Big Sur, Californiacampfire breakfast amongst redwood treesPass By: Highway 1 Discovery Route, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, Californiacruise the amazing coastPass By: Pismo State Beach, Oceano, San Luis Obispo County, CaliforniaAfter slowly cruising down the California Coast and numerous photo stops and mini hidden hikes we camp along Pismo BeachMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: camp along pismo beachDay 11: Pismo Beach to Los Angeles Stop At: Santa Barbara Scenic Drive, Santa Barbara, Californiaexplore Santa Barbara Duration: 1 hourPass By: Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and parts of LAPass By: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and parts of LAPass By: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Los Angeles, CaliforniaWe drop people off at hostels in Venice beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood and parts of LAMeals included: • BreakfastNo accommodation included on this day.
Ultimate Wine Experience in San Luis Obispo
Start off your day by having a large breakfast or lunch before being picked up at your local lodging. You’ll also be provided your guide’s name, the vehicle to look for, and where to meet for boarding. After pickup, you’ll be off to collect a few more guests and then on to wine tasting. Enjoy a ride down scenic backcountry roads in comfort and style in an air-conditioned, private tour vehicle. Experience a leisurely paced tour, where you’ll get approximately 45 minutes at each winery.On the full-day wine tour, lunch is included so you get extra time at the second winery you visit. Enjoy your time with a tour operator savor a picnic lunch and a bottle of water. The lunch is sourced by top food purveyors and delivered fresh to the second winery on the tour. There you’ll take in the winery’s beauty, shade, shelter, and ample seating while eating artisan sandwiches, seasonal salads, and tasty treats. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with notice prior to departure date. water is provided throughout the day and with lunch.Both the half- and full-day wine tours include the signature, “Deliciously Fun, Wine Education” by guides that are passionate about wine and sharing it with others. Learn the Five S’s: see, swirl, sniff, sip, and savor. Learn if you’re a sweet wine lover or a drier white or rose you like, perhaps even a lighter bodied reds like Pinot Noir or fruitier ones like Zinfandel and let's not forget all the inbetweens. At the end of the day, maybe you’ll know your palate better and have even discovered new favorites. If you’re just looking for a relaxing beautiful day in wine country, you don’t have to sit and listen.
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
• Choose your own start time and embark on your adventure. With your smartphone as your guide, go on a brain-teasing and educational walking tour of your chosen neighborhood. Visit a series of locations and answer the questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction.There is no need to race as quickly as possible from start to finish. Part of the fun is enjoying the sights, sounds, and tastes of the tour. Before heading to your next location, you’ll have time to eat, drink, enjoy the sights, and use the bathroom while the game clock is not running. You’re only timed on your travel and puzzles.At the end of your adventure, see your rank based on a combination of your answers to the questions and game clock time.
2 days Monterey and California Coast Rail Excursion San Francisco to Los Angeles
This enjoyable trip transportation is by local sightseeing tour company with driver guide and by AMTRAK Long Distance train . Our customers like this arrangement instead of whole trip by bus. Day 1 - San Francisco to Monterey 154 miles: San Francisco to Monterey. Pick up from your hotel around 8:30 a.m. Departure by 9:00 a.m. Driving via Half Moon Bay or through Silicon Valley to Castroville. See miles of artichoke and strawberry fields with beautiful views of Monterey Bay. By midday stop at Cannery Row allowing time for lunch. Drive along the seaside flower gardens of Pacific Grove to 17 Mile Drive. See the ocean crash on shore and mansions and golf courses. Stop at Pebble Beach. Continue to Carmel by the Sea, the idyllic village with its art galleries and cottages set in Pine trees. Arrive at your hotel by 5:30.*Red Lion Hotel, Monterey. Day 2 - Monterey to Salinas and Los Angeles. 375 miles: After a relaxing morning, at 10:15 Sal's taxi (prepaid) transfers you to Salinas Train Station. This takes about 30 minutes. AMTRAK Train #11 that started in Seattle the day before now takes us through the Salinas Valley, center of Monterey Country's agricultural region. The route takes us by Salinas River through small towns, fields of lettuce, broccoli and acres of green houses. Suddenly by King City we see miles and miles of newly planted vineyards where just a few years ago there was only cattle pasture. The oil fields appear and then the military installations at Camp Roberts. Soon we reach historic Paso Robles. Leaving the level areas we now climb Cuesta Grade and drop down to sea level at San Luis Obispo. The ocean briefly appears at Pismo Beach. Heading south the rails go by Vandenberg Space station and near Goleta you see some of the most scenic ocean views all the way through Santa Barbara to Oxnard. Turning inland in early evening the train goes past miles of orange groves then through Fillmore and Simi Valley to Glendale and the great metropolis of Los Angeles. It is now about 9:00 p.m. as we arrive at the in the heart of Los Angeles at the Union Station that you may recognize from many Hollywood films. If you are staying in Los Angeles taxicabs to downtown locations cost about $20, twice as much to Hollywood, West Los Angeles, and Beverly Hills or to Los Angeles International Airport. If you are going further south the train connects to Surfliner #794 at 10:05 that arrives in Anaheim at 10:51.