| Day 1 | Depart Los Angeles by mini-bus in the morning for the drive to San Francisco. If you are traveling by air from other parts of the country, fly into San Francisco late afternoon or early evening. |
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| Day 2 | Ride the cable car to Fisherman's Wharf. Take the boat to the infamous prison island of Alcatraz. Shop and eat at Pier 39. End with a visit to the farmers' market, supper along the pier and a stop at Ghiradelli Square. |
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| Day 3 | Cross the Golden Gate bridge to visit Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy a nature hike amidst the massive Redwood trees. On your return, wander through Golden Gate Park with it's gardens, aroboretum, consevatory, and windmill. |
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| Day 4 | Shop in Chinatown and possibly Japantown. Ride up Lombard Street, the "crookedest street in North America" for a fantastic view of the city and harbor. Head up to Coit Tower for a great view. Then head to the Italian neighborhood of North Beach. |
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| Day 5 | Ride south of San Francisco this afternoon for the short drive to Santa Cruz to enjoy the famous Boardwalk and its rides. Then relax on one of the beautiful beaches and watch the surfers. |
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| Day 6 | Depart by mini-bus to Los Angeles area (and points en route), or if you live outside of southern California, depart from San Francisco by air in the morning for your flights home. |
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