Santa Cruz, CA Vacation Packages
Santa Cruz presents a long wharf, with eateries and shops, that stretches into Monterey Bay. Nearby, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk`s vintage rides include the 1911 Looff Carousel and the Giant Dipper roller coaster. Pacific Avenue has vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries and along West Cliff Drive you can enjoy Natural Bridges State Beach, known for its bridge-shaped rock formation. Here, people can visit this coastal classic for ocean views, legendary surfing, and throwback fun along the waterfront. There, you can rent kayaks, standup paddle boards, or motorboats. Stroll past the fresh fish restaurants and souvenir shops and strike up a conversation with fishermen angling for perch, rockfish, and lingcod.
Best Santa Cruz, CA Vacation Packages:
San Francisco - Santa Cruz - Avila Beach - Los Angeles (Self Drive)
8 nights itinerary
This Self-Drive, independent vacation package will introduce you to these beautiful cities of California. With a Rental Car combine San Francisco (The Golden City, home to world-famous attractions like The Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island), Santa Cruz (beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown area, and rich cultural heritage) and Avila Beach. Finally, spend a unforgettable stay in Los Angeles (a cultural mecca and the entertainment capital of the world).
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A California Coast road trip is a lifetime memory. Discover San Francisco (The Golden City, home to world-famous attractions like The Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island); Carmel (a charming Pacific Coast town) and Santa Barbara (known for its broad, sandy beaches, nightlife, and entertainment).
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Driving Time
San Francisco - Carmel: 1 hr. approx.
Carmel - Santa Barbara: 2 hrs. 40 mins. approx.
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Explore California with nearly endless opportunities to experience culture, excitement, and beauty with a Rental Car. Enjoy unforgettable moments in San Francisco (The Golden City, home to world-famous attractions like The Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island), after that is Yosemite National Park (a national protected area, with its beautiful Half Dome). Continue to Carmel (with its enchanting village ambience, scenic sandy beaches and historic Spanish missions), and finally, visit Santa Barbara (southern California city known for its broad, sandy beaches, nightlife and entertainment). Entrance to national parks is not included. Plan your visit according to your schedule and be sure to check each park's operating hours.
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Driving Time
San Francisco – Yosemite National Park: 3 hrs 4 mins, approx.
Yosemite National Park – Carmel: 3 hrs. 38 mins. approx.
Carmel – Santa Barbara: 3 hrs. 51 mins. approx.
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Overall, my experience, the trip masters was good, but but I had a problem you couldn’t help. The reason I say this is that we had a problem with a ho ...Traveled on:9/24/2026
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The hotel in Washington DC was very small and the bathroom offered little space and privacy. However, the hotel was eccentric and had fun decorations. ...Traveled on:8/24/2026
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I liked the car rental, hotels, flights, and locations. It was quite an adventure! It would have been nice to know of the one-way car rental fee more ...Traveled on:3/29/2026
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