Worldwide brochure 2022-2023
USA California’s Golden Coast NEW TOUR Duration • 11 days & 9 nights Category • Superior Small-group tour • From £3,295 (incl. flights) This group tour features… 3- & 4-star accommodation Flexible – flight upgrades available Small group size – maximum 20 people Direct international flights with British Airways Transfers in air-conditioned vehicle Experienced local tour manager Daily breakfast Welcome drink to meet the group & guide Guided sightseeing & entrance fees Porterage at hotels Weather San Francisco J F M A M J J A S O N D A 13 16 16 17 18 19 20 20 22 21 17 14 B 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 12 10 7 C 125 91 89 40 7 4 1 2 7 35 90 97 Los Angeles J F M A M J J A S O N D A 20 21 21 22 24 26 29 30 29 26 22 20 B 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 18 17 15 11 8 C 80 79 67 29 5 1 1 4 9 9 51 53 A: Maximum average temperature (°C) B: Minimum average temperature (°C) C: Average rainfall (mm) Featuring an iconic coastline, California has so much more to offer with Cosmopolitan cities, wineries, and coastal redwood forests. Enjoy seeing the major sights in both San Francisco and Los Angeles and along the way go wine tasting in Napa Valley, take a cruise in search of whales and discover coastal cities. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Go in search of marine life with a whale-watching cruise from Monterey Visit two premium wineries within California's popular wine regions Wander through towering redwood forest to discover the tallest trees on this earth Travel along the scenic 17-Mile Drive with its rugged coastline Day 1: Fly to San Francisco Fly directly from London (regional connections available) to San Francisco. On arrival, transfer to Intercontinental Mark Hopkins (or similar), a beloved landmark and historic property, for a 3-night stay. (N) Day 2: San Francisco Today is dedicated to visiting some of San Golden Gate Bridge and city skyline, San Francisco Francisco’s most famous landmarks. Spend a full day touring the city, with visits to Union Square, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Lombard Street, Golden Gate Park and North Beach (Little Italy). Take in a panoramic view of the city and the bay from Twin Peaks (weather and time permitting). (B) Day 3: Sausalito, Muir Woods & San Francisco This morning, visit the island of Alcatraz, variously used as a Civil War fort, a military jail and one of the most notorious federal prisons in US history. Afterwards, travel to the quaint town of Sausalito for lunch (at own expense) and then on to Muir Woods; this National Monument forest is full of towering old-growth redwoods that are unique to this area, and – quenched by marine fog – forms an ecosystem of interesting flora and fauna. Late this afternoon, return to San Francisco to stay overnight. (B) Day 4: Napa & Sonoma Valleys Today, your tour takes you to the worldrenowned wine regions of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Sample local vino in two of the best wineries in the area, with the opportunity to try some high-quality olive oil as well. Overnight at DoubleTree by Hilton Sonoma Wine Country (or similar). (B) Day 5: Carmel & Monterey En route to the Pacific coast, stop at Carmel for a visit to the faithfully restored 18th-century Roman Catholic mission church, before continuing to Monterey. A short orientation 28 View our full range of itineraries, hotels and experiences at CoxandKings.co.uk
REGION tour will be given upon arrival, then the rest of your day is free. Perhaps explore the city’s attractions, which include Cannery Row and Old Fisherman’s Wharf, or browse at the many charming shops and galleries found here. Stay overnight at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. (B) Days 10-11: Fly to the UK Transfer to the airport and fly overnight to London, arriving the following day (B) (N) Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. The Lone Cypress, 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, California IMPORTANT INFORMATION Tour standards: Superior tour departures are based in mainly 4-star accommodation. Prices are based on the standard room category. Please visit this tour on our website to see details of the hotels included. Day 6: 17-Mile Drive & San Luis Obispo Take a shared cruise in search of the rich marine life found in the waters of the Monterey Peninsula, including bottlenose dolphins and various species of whale. Then take the scenic 17-Mile Drive, which meanders along an idyllic stretch of Pacific coastline full of dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches and cypress forests. Overnight at Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo. (B) Day 7: Santa Barbara & Los Angeles Journey south, stopping at the city of Solvang, known for its Danish heritage and architecture. Continue to Santa Barbara for a tour of the 18th-century Mission Santa Barbara, one of the city’s prettiest landmarks. Later in the day, drive to Los Angeles and stay 3 nights at Sheraton Grand Los Angeles. This elegant property is set in the heart of downtown and is home to acclaimed Restaurants. (B) Day 8: Los Angeles Spend today exploring the ‘City of Angels’ with a full-day tour. Visit Downtown, Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. (B) Day 9: Los Angeles Day at leisure to enjoy exploring the city further. (B) TOUR EXTENSIONS Pre-tour extensions are available in San Francisco or Yosemite National Park and posttour extensions are available in Santa Monica. Please speak to a Cox & Kings travel specialist for further details. Guideline prices for 2022-23 Group tour Low season from £3,295 Guide price months: Apr, Oct, Nov British Airways flight upgrades World Traveller Plus from £265 return Club World from £1,875 return Regional air connections Prices on request: British Airways to/from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle or Belfast The guideline tour prices are all per person in pound sterling, based on two people sharing a twin / double room. For up-to-date prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability. Departure dates for 2022-23 Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue) 02 Apr 22 12 Apr 22 07 May 22 17 May 22 04 Jun 22 14 Jun 22 23 Jul 22 02 Aug 22 High season from £3,795 Guide price months: Jun – Aug Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue) 06 Aug 22 16 Aug 22 03 Sep 22 13 Sep 22 15 Oct 22 25 Oct 22 19 Nov 22 29 Nov 22 Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a self-drive basis on a date that suits you. For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options, or to tailor this itinerary to your exact requirements, Please call 020 3930 5094 or visit CoxandKings. co.uk/make-an-enquiry. Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue) 01 Apr 23 11 Apr 23 06 May 23 16 May 23 03 Jun 23 13 Jun 23 22 Jul 23 01 Aug 23 Tour code: USC Single supplement from £995 Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue) 05 Aug 23 15 Aug 23 02 Sep 23 12 Sep 23 14 Oct 23 24 Oct 23 18 Nov 23 28 Nov 23 For more information or to book, contact us on 020 3930 5094 or speak to your travel agent 29
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REGION<br />
tour will be given upon arrival, then the rest<br />
of your day is free. Perhaps explore the city’s<br />
attractions, which include Cannery Row and<br />
Old Fisherman’s Wharf, or browse at the<br />
many charming shops and galleries found<br />
here. Stay overnight at Casa Munras Garden<br />
Hotel & Spa. (B)<br />
Days 10-11: Fly to the UK<br />
Transfer to the airport and fly overnight to<br />
London, arriving the following day (B) (N)<br />
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,<br />
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.<br />
The Lone Cypress, 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, California<br />
IMPORTANT INFORMATION<br />
Tour standards: Superior tour departures<br />
are based in mainly 4-star accommodation.<br />
Prices are based on the standard room<br />
category. Please visit this tour on our website<br />
to see details of the hotels included.<br />
Day 6: 17-Mile Drive & San Luis Obispo<br />
Take a shared cruise in search of the rich<br />
marine life found in the waters of the<br />
Monterey Peninsula, including bottlenose<br />
dolphins and various species of whale. Then<br />
take the scenic 17-Mile Drive, which meanders<br />
along an idyllic stretch of Pacific coastline full<br />
of dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches and cypress<br />
forests. Overnight at Courtyard by Marriott<br />
San Luis Obispo. (B)<br />
Day 7: Santa Barbara & Los Angeles<br />
Journey south, stopping at the city of<br />
Solvang, known for its Danish heritage and<br />
architecture. Continue to Santa Barbara<br />
for a tour of the 18th-century Mission Santa<br />
Barbara, one of the city’s prettiest landmarks.<br />
Later in the day, drive to Los Angeles and<br />
stay 3 nights at Sheraton Grand Los Angeles.<br />
This elegant property is set in the heart<br />
of downtown and is home to acclaimed<br />
Restaurants. (B)<br />
Day 8: Los Angeles<br />
Spend today exploring the ‘City of Angels’<br />
with a full-day tour. Visit Downtown, Sunset<br />
Boulevard, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and<br />
Venice Beach. (B)<br />
Day 9: Los Angeles<br />
Day at leisure to enjoy exploring the city<br />
further. (B)<br />
TOUR EXTENSIONS<br />
Pre-tour extensions are available in San<br />
Francisco or Yosemite National Park and posttour<br />
extensions are available in Santa Monica.<br />
Please speak to a Cox & Kings travel specialist<br />
for further details.<br />
Guideline prices for <strong>2022</strong>-23<br />
Group tour<br />
Low season from £3,295<br />
Guide price months: Apr, Oct,<br />
Nov<br />
British Airways flight upgrades<br />
World Traveller Plus from £265 return<br />
Club World from £1,875 return<br />
Regional air connections<br />
Prices on request: British Airways to/from<br />
Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester,<br />
Newcastle or Belfast<br />
The guideline tour prices are all per person in pound sterling, based on two people sharing a twin /<br />
double room. For up-to-date prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable,<br />
please visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.<br />
Departure dates for <strong>2022</strong>-23<br />
Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue)<br />
02 Apr 22 12 Apr 22<br />
07 May 22 17 May 22<br />
04 Jun 22 14 Jun 22<br />
23 Jul 22 02 Aug 22<br />
High season from £3,795<br />
Guide price months: Jun – Aug<br />
Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue)<br />
06 Aug 22 16 Aug 22<br />
03 Sep 22 13 Sep 22<br />
15 Oct 22 25 Oct 22<br />
19 Nov 22 29 Nov 22<br />
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary<br />
can be taken privately on a self-drive basis<br />
on a date that suits you. For a quote based<br />
on alternative accommodation standards,<br />
to discuss flight options, or to tailor this<br />
itinerary to your exact requirements,<br />
Please call 020 3930 5094 or visit CoxandKings.<br />
co.uk/make-an-enquiry.<br />
Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue)<br />
01 Apr 23 11 Apr 23<br />
06 May 23 16 May 23<br />
03 Jun 23 13 Jun 23<br />
22 Jul 23 01 Aug 23<br />
Tour code: USC<br />
Single supplement from £995<br />
Out (Sat) Rtn (Tue)<br />
05 Aug 23 15 Aug 23<br />
02 Sep 23 12 Sep 23<br />
14 Oct 23 24 Oct 23<br />
18 Nov 23 28 Nov 23<br />
For more information or to book, contact us on 020 3930 5094 or speak to your travel agent<br />
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