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Discover San Diego
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Highlights
- Day 1: Fly to CaliforniaWe arrive in sunny Southern California and check in at our beautiful, well-appointed hotel near San Diego's sparkling waterfront and popular Seaport Village.
- Day 2: City Tour and Coronado IslandEach morning begins with a savory cooked-to-order breakfast. Today, a local guide joins us for a city tour featuring a drive past Petco Park, a visit to Cabrillo National Monument, and some of the city’s most distinct neighborhoods, such as the historic Gaslamp Quarter. We then travel across the remarkable Coronado Bridge, spanning over two miles across the bay to enchanting Coronado Island. Enjoy getting to know fellow travelers over a Welcome Lunch at Peohe’s Restaurant, known for its tropical interior with waterfalls and breathtaking views. Afterwards, we return to the mainland on a scenic ferry ride and have an evening at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 3: San Diego BayWe board an excursion boat this morning and set our sails for relaxation on a narrated cruise of San Diego Bay. Enjoy marvelous views of the city skyline, colorful pleasure boats, and stately U.S. Navy ships while gliding atop one of the best natural harbors in North America. This afternoon, we visit California’s first permanent Spanish settlement and home to several historic sites, Old Town. Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, then spend time shopping or browsing this area’s charming adobe and wooden buildings.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 4: San Diego ZooDiscover your adventurous side with a full day at the San Diego Zoo! As one of the largest, most progressive zoos in the world, it boasts over 680 species and more than 12,000 animals. The park’s Skyfari® Aerial Tram, double-decker buses, and moving walkways make seeing koalas, giraffes, lions, and other exotic animals a breeze. Upon returning to the hotel, the evening is yours to spend as you wish.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 5: Balboa ParkOur day is spent at Balboa Park, a historical oasis and the nation’s largest urban cultural park. Many of its structures were built for the 1915-16 Panama-California Exposition. This expansive 1,200-acre park is home to over 15 major world-class museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens, and the San Diego Zoo. Enjoy an included one-day pass to explore your interests in up to four museums of your choosing, such as the Air & Space Museum, Natural History Museum, Museum of Art, Model Railroad Museum, and the Fleet Science Center.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 6: USS Midway MuseumThis morning, we visit the USS Midway Museum, a historical Navy aircraft carrier museum. Spend time touring this floating city and learn about the 225,000 sailors who served on the vessel as you view over 60 exhibits that bring the ship’s history to life. Later, enjoy one more afternoon to explore sunny San Diego. You may choose to take a trolley tour, grab lunch in the lively neighborhood of Little Italy, or stroll the Embarcadero, an incredible waterfront area with eateries and charming shops. Later, we celebrate our Southern California adventure and new friendships with a Farewell Dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 7: Fly HomeWe return home with wonderful memories of our time in San Diego.
Feb 21-27, 2025
$5,299
per person
$4,299
per person
Dec 8, 2024
Tour Director:
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 6 nights at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Attractions & Highlights
- Coronado Ferry
- Seaport Village
- San Diego guided city tour feat. Cabrillo National Monument
- Old Town San Diego
- San Diego full bay cruise
- San Diego Zoo
- Balboa Park feat. choice of four museums
- USS Midway Museum
- Leisure time in San Diego
8 Excellent Meals
- Daily included breakfasts
- Welcome Lunch at Peohe's on Coronado Island
- Lunch in Old Town
- Farewell Dinner at The Fish Market
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