A 14-day itinerary covering Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Napa Valley will allow you to experience the excitement of the city, the natural beauty of the coast, and the serenity of wine country. Here’s a detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Las Vegas
Arrive in Las Vegas
Check into your hotel on the Las Vegas Strip
Explore the famous Las Vegas Strip and its iconic hotels and casinos
Day 2: Las Vegas
Full day to explore Las Vegas
Visit popular attractions like the Bellagio Fountains, The Venetian, and the High Roller Observation Wheel
Consider catching a show or enjoying a buffet dinner
Evening at leisure
Day 3: Grand Canyon Day Trip
Take a day trip to the Grand Canyon (approximately 4-5 hours one way)
Enjoy the breathtaking views at the Grand Canyon
Return to Las Vegas in the evening
Day 4: Drive to Los Angeles
Drive or take Drive from Las Vegas to Los Angeles (about 4-5 hours)a train to Ottawa (approximately 4.5 hours).
Check into your Los Angeles hotel
Explore downtown Los Angeles or relax at the beach
Day 5: Los Angeles
Full day in Los Angeles
Visit Universal Studios or Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Explore Hollywood, including the Walk of Fame and Griffith Observatory
Evening at leisure
Day 6: Los Angeles
Continue exploring Los Angeles
Spend time at Santa Monica Beach and Pier
Visit the Getty Center
Evening at leisure
Day 7: Drive to Santa Barbara
Drive to Santa Barbara (about 2 hours)
Explore downtown Santa Barbara and its Spanish architecture
Visit Lotusland Gardens or the Santa Barbara Zoo
Stay overnight in Santa Barbara
Day 8: Santa Barbara to Napa Valley
Drive from Santa Barbara to Napa Valley (approximately 6-7 hours)
Check into your Napa Valley accommodation
Enjoy a relaxing evening in wine country
Day 9: Napa Valley
Spend the day exploring Napa Valley wineries
Wine tasting and vineyard tours
Consider a gourmet lunch at a winery
Day 10: Napa Valley
Continue exploring Napa Valley
Relax at a spa or hot springs
Evening at leisure
Day 11: Drive to San Francisco
Drive to San Francisco (about 1.5 - 2 hours)
Check into your San Francisco hotel
Explore Fisherman's Wharf or Chinatown
Evening at leisure
Day 12: San Francisco
Full day exploring San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge
Alcatraz Island (book tickets in advance)
Lombard Street
Evening at leisure
Day 13: San Francisco
Explore more of San Francisco Coit Tower
Golden Gate Park
Haight-Ashbury
Evening at leisure
Day 14: Departure from San Francisco
Depending on your flight time, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
Depart from San Francisco.
This itinerary combines the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, the entertainment and culture of Los Angeles, the coastal charm of Santa Barbara, the wine country experience in Napa Valley, and the iconic sights of San Francisco. Adjust it as needed based on your interests and the time of year you plan to visit.
