5-Day RV Itinerary from Los Angeles to San Francisco


This itinerary is designed for a leisurely 5-day trip, with plenty of time to soak up the stunning scenery, charming towns, and unique experiences along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH).

Travel

5 Days

Route

Los Angeles - Malibu - Santa Barbara - Carmel-by-the-Sea - San Francisco

Best Time of the Year

All year

Highlights

Santa Monica Pier
Point Dume
Santa Barbara
Hearst Castle
Monterey Bay Aquarium
5-Day RV Itinerary from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Day 1: Los Angeles

Day 1: Los Angeles

Start your morning with a visit to the iconic Santa Monica Pier, where you can ride the Ferris wheel, enjoy street performers, and grab some fresh seafood for lunch. In the afternoon, head toStart ...

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Day 2: Malibu & Ventura

Day 2: Malibu & Ventura

Take a scenic drive along the PCH, stopping at Point Dume for breathtaking ocean vistas. Visit the Getty Center, an art museum perched on a hillside with panoramic views. Continue up the coast to ...

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Day 3: Santa Barbara & Pismo Beach

Day 3: Santa Barbara & Pismo Beach

Explore the charming Spanish colonial town of Santa Barbara, with its mission, beaches, and vibrant downtown. Take a walk along the Santa Barbara waterfront, stopping for lunch at Stearns Wharf. In ...

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Day 4: Hearst Castle & Carmel-by-the-Sea

Day 4: Hearst Castle & Carmel-by-the-Sea

Visit the opulent Hearst Castle, a hilltop mansion with stunning ocean views and opulent interiors. Continue up the coast, stopping at the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, with its art galleries, ...

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Day 5: Monterey & San Francisco

Day 5: Monterey & San Francisco

Explore the Monterey Bay Aquarium, home to a variety of marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Take a scenic drive along 17-Mile Drive, a Pebble Beach route with stunning ocean views, golf courses, and ...

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