California

San Francisco, Yosemite National Park and Monterey 

 San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, Monterey Bay Aquarium

Trip Duration: 5-8 days

Climate: Mild winters, hot summers in the eighties and nineties

Highlights: Ghirardelli Square, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Pier 39, Yosemite National Park, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Service Project

Welcome to the sunny state of California! There is so much to do and see in this wonderful state, from sightseeing coastal cities to hiking among towering mountains. Get firsthand experiences of so many famous spots and attractions when you embark on a journey through this state with the itinerary we have compiled. Create memories that will last an absolute lifetime when you explore this coastal paradise. 

San Francisco

Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, CA, USA

Click to view - California Parks and Monetrey Itinerary

Day 1: Travel Day and San Francisco Adventures 

Depart for San Francisco

Sightseeing this lovely city 

Visit the historic Ghirardelli Square and fill up on delicious chocolate 

See the one-of-a-kind Crooked Street, also known as Lombard Street

Get the real San Francisco experience on the Powell-Hyde Cable Car through city to Chinatown 

Day 2: Seaside Excursions

Snap some phenomenal pictures on a Golden Gate Bridge walking tour

Fisherman’s Wharf for a tasty lunch

Alcatraz tour to learn about the fascinating history that lies here

Shop at the infamous Pier 39

Visit the seal dock to see these lounging animals

Day 3: The Marvels of Yosemite

Depart for Yosemite National Park

Hike the extraordinary Yosemite Falls

Continue to explore this breathtaking national park

Day 4: Beautiful Monterey

Depart for Monterey

Lunch

Depart for a kayaking excursion

Shop around in Monterey 

Day 5: Aquatic Life in Monterey

Depart for intertidal pools and discover unique marine life 

Peruse through the Monterey Bay Aquarium and learn about amazing sea animals

Day 6: Service Day

Depart to Elkhorn Slough Estuarine Reserve for service project

Afternoon guided peaceful nature walk (or alternative service project) 

Day 7: Departure Day

Depart for home

Additional Itinerary Option:

Stroll along the trails lined with immense trees Sequoia National Park

Get your fill of outdoor adventure in Lake Tahoe National Park

Is there something else you would like your students to experience? Let your trip specialist know and we will add it to the itinerary or replace another activity with the activity you choose. 

 

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Immeasurable Journeys Trip Experience

Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.

Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

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2021-02-23T20:56:36+00:00

Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.

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The educational programming was high quality.

Jessica, Group Leader Florida Keys Journey

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2021-02-23T20:46:01+00:00

Jessica, Group Leader Florida Keys Journey

The educational programming was high quality.

Immeasurable Journeys Trip Experience

Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much!

Victoria, Group Leader

 
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2021-02-23T20:52:20+00:00
Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much! Victoria, Group Leader  

Immeasurable Journeys Trip Experience

Seriously - nothing could have gone better. It was such a wonderful experience. The way you were able to accommodate our late additions and families is so impressive.  Thank you!!! I think the students and parents really felt like the trip was first class and worth the cost. IMJ would be my first recommendation to any school.

Mrs. Johnson, Group Leader - New Zealand Trip

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2021-02-23T20:43:47+00:00

Mrs. Johnson, Group Leader - New Zealand Trip

Seriously - nothing could have gone better. It was such a wonderful experience. The way you were able to accommodate our late additions and families is so impressive.  Thank you!!! I think the students and parents really felt like the trip was first class and worth the cost. IMJ would be my first recommendation to any school.

Immeasurable Journeys Trip Experience

Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

Karen, Group Leader Australia Journey

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2021-02-23T20:50:39+00:00

Karen, Group Leader Australia Journey

Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

Immeasurable Journeys Trip Experience

I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH.

Julia, Teacher - Chapel Hill, Boston
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2021-02-23T20:59:16+00:00
I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH. Julia, Teacher - Chapel Hill, Boston

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Cannot wait to travel with you guys again.... Lasting, lifetime impressions. THANK YOU!!!

Valerie, Group Leader New Zealand Journey

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2021-02-23T20:34:37+00:00

Valerie, Group Leader New Zealand Journey

Cannot wait to travel with you guys again.... Lasting, lifetime impressions. THANK YOU!!!
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