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ITINERARY
7h 25m377 miles29 stops
1
LifeRush Adventures- Malibu
LifeRush Adventures was founded by experienced mountain biker Jason Racca. His mission is to provide an exhilarating electric mountain experience for beginners and experienced riders alike. Experience many of Southern California's breathtaking trails or catch a city tour to famous Hollywood landmarks on electric bikes. You will be equipped with electric mountain bikes and all the gear you need.
2
William S. Hart Museum & Ranch
This museum is housed in the former home and ranch of silent film cowboy star and director William S. Hart.
3
Pedego 101 Electric Bikes
Rent a Pedego Electric Bike to experience the natural beauty of Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Valley. Pedal if you like, use the motor only or get an electric boost on our rolling hills. We will provide helmets, locks and detailed maps to get you to places like Lake Sherwood, Gardens of the World and the Conejo Botanical Gardens. Join a tour or ask for a special guided ride.
4
Solstice Canyon
Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, this scenic coastal canyon offers up many panoramic hiking opportunities.
5
The Best Halloween Store Ever!
The largest Halloween prop shop in the country! Filled with the most amazing decorations suitable for any budget. We have a great selection of adult costumes and lots of accessories too.
6
Charmlee Wilderness Park
7
Dorner Family Vineyard
8
Brite Lake
9
Triassic Legacy Vineyards
10
Tehachapi Wine and Cattle Company
Vineyard, Wine Tasting Room and Gift Shop. Join us for wine down Fridays with catered dinner and live entertainment. Dinner served from 5:00 - 7:00, reservations necessary by noon on Friday of the event. Tasting Room open Friday - Sunday 11:00 - 6:00, and Wednesday 3:00-6:00 for happy hour.
11
Tehachapi Loop
12
Bubblegum Alley
Want a piece of ABC gum? Head to this fascinating, if somewhat unsanitary, walkway that features walls covered with gum of the "already been chewed" variety.
13
Wat Dhammararam Buddhist Temple
14
Old Mission San Jose
California Historical Landmark No. 334. Mission San Jose was founded on June 11, 1797 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen. This was the 14th of twenty-one Spanish missions established in Alta California. A tour through Old Mission San Jose’s historic facilities includes the Mission Museum, the Church, the historic Cemetery, and the Garden. In the Museum, an 18-minute video depicts Spanish exploration and the 1797 founding of the mission as well as day-to-day living within the mission. See Ohlone Indian artifacts, religious objects from the Franciscan period, and items from the Mission and Rancho eras. The Church is a reconstruction of the 1830s mission adobe church, built with the materials and using construction methods of that time. It also contains the rare Rosales Opus 14 Spanish Organ. The cemetery holds the graves of many prominent Spanish and American settlers, and the rose garden includes a fountain and plantings representing the original mission period.
15
Dante Robere Vineyards
16
Lost Worlds
Immerse yourself in fun at Lost Worlds Adventures in Livermore, CA! We are a fully themed Family Entertainment Center featuring Next Gen Laser Tag, Black Light Mini-Golf, Super Play Structure, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Special Events, Corporate Gatherings, Grad Nights, Field Trips, and more!
17
Shadow Puppet Brewing Company
18
Visit Stockton
Visit Stockton is the official source for visitor information in Stockton, CA. Free maps, guides & brochures, and Stockton related souvenirs. Our team is here to create the best experience for our visiting guests and groups. Please reach out to us to assist you in making your visit an awesome one.
19
Pulgas Water Temple
20
Oakland California Temple & Visitors' Center
Open to the public, the Oakland California Temple & Visitors' Center is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering palm trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful view of the San Francisco Bay Area, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center, learn more about you're family's history at the FamilySearch Library, and attend events at the Temple Hill Auditorium. Only members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can enter the temple itself. A coveted location for photographers, the Oakland Temple is one of the best locations to enjoy a sunset over the Bay. At night, the Oakland Temple is brightly lit and can be seen throughout the Bay Area. Devotionals, concerts, and performances are hosted throughout the month in the Temple Hill Auditorium and most events are free.
21
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
22
St. Patrick Catholic Church
23
The Castro
24
Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
25
Angel Island State Park
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
26
Tom's Muir Woods Walking Tours
Tom’s private walking tour is a 4 hour, fully guided, tour through the Redwoods on mostly single track dirt trails. The $150.00 per person (minimum 2 persons) fee includes pick-up at your hotel, transfer to Muir Woods, the walking tour of some of the tallest, most majestic trees in the world, a lunch snack and water, and finally, delivers your group to Sausalito for a scenic ferry-ride back to San Francisco. Tours are limited to bubbles of no more than 6. Tom is a font of knowledge about the forests of California and loves to answer questions about the flora & fauna of Muir Woods.
27
Muir Woods National Monument
Muir Woods has a rich and varied history, from its use by the Coast Miwok people, to its early days of tourism and the Mount Tamalpais Mill Valley Scenic Railway, to an era of conservation, to modern preservation. In each era, the forest has been affected by the actions of humans, for better or for worse. Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this coastal redwood preserve features majestic redwoods and scenic hiking trails that draw more than 1.5 million visitors each year.
28
Mount Tamalpais State Park
Beautiful state park north of San Francisco.
29
Dipsea Trail
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OVERVIEW
Los Angeles to San Francisco
1
Start:LifeRush Adventures- Malibu
Malibu, California·
5.0
(99) review
LifeRush Adventures was founded by experienced mountain biker Jason Racca. His mission is to provide an exhilarating electric mountain experience for beginners and experienced riders alike. Experience many of Southern California's breathtaking trails or catch a city tour to famous Hollywood landmarks on electric bikes. You will be equipped with electric mountain bikes and all the gear you need.
2
Start:William S. Hart Museum & Ranch
Newhall, Santa Clarita, California·
4.5
(99) review
This museum is housed in the former home and ranch of silent film cowboy star and director William S. Hart.
3
Start:Pedego 101 Electric Bikes
Westlake Village, California·
5.0
(9) review
Rent a Pedego Electric Bike to experience the natural beauty of Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Valley. Pedal if you like, use the motor only or get an electric boost on our rolling hills. We will provide helmets, locks and detailed maps to get you to places like Lake Sherwood, Gardens of the World and the Conejo Botanical Gardens. Join a tour or ask for a special guided ride.
4
Start:Solstice Canyon
Malibu, California·
4.5
(92) review
Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, this scenic coastal canyon offers up many panoramic hiking opportunities.
5
Start:The Best Halloween Store Ever!
Thousand Oaks, California·
4.5
(9) review
The largest Halloween prop shop in the country! Filled with the most amazing decorations suitable for any budget. We have a great selection of adult costumes and lots of accessories too.
6
Start:Charmlee Wilderness Park
Malibu, California·
4.5
(9) review
2577 Encinal Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265-2411
7
Start:Dorner Family Vineyard
Tehachapi, California·
5.0
(4) review
18274 Old River Rd., Tehachapi, CA 93561
8
Start:Brite Lake
Tehachapi, California·
4.0
(5) review
22902 Banducci Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561-8489
9
Start:Triassic Legacy Vineyards
Tehachapi, California·
4.5
(20) review
24627 Cummings Valley Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561-6453
10
Start:Tehachapi Wine and Cattle Company
Tehachapi, California·
5.0
(2) review
Vineyard, Wine Tasting Room and Gift Shop. Join us for wine down Fridays with catered dinner and live entertainment. Dinner served from 5:00 - 7:00, reservations necessary by noon on Friday of the event. Tasting Room open Friday - Sunday 11:00 - 6:00, and Wednesday 3:00-6:00 for happy hour.
11
Start:Tehachapi Loop
Tehachapi, California·
4.5
(245) review
Woodford-Tehachapi Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93531
12
Start:Bubblegum Alley
San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California·
3.5
(934) review
Want a piece of ABC gum? Head to this fascinating, if somewhat unsanitary, walkway that features walls covered with gum of the "already been chewed" variety.
13
Start:Wat Dhammararam Buddhist Temple
Stockton, California·
4.5
(9) review
3732 Carpenter Rd, Stockton, CA 95215-8107
14
Start:Old Mission San Jose
Fremont, California·
4.5
(95) review
California Historical Landmark No. 334. Mission San Jose was founded on June 11, 1797 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen. This was the 14th of twenty-one Spanish missions established in Alta California. A tour through Old Mission San Jose’s historic facilities includes the Mission Museum, the Church, the historic Cemetery, and the Garden. In the Museum, an 18-minute video depicts Spanish exploration and the 1797 founding of the mission as well as day-to-day living within the mission. See Ohlone Indian artifacts, religious objects from the Franciscan period, and items from the Mission and Rancho eras. The Church is a reconstruction of the 1830s mission adobe church, built with the materials and using construction methods of that time. It also contains the rare Rosales Opus 14 Spanish Organ. The cemetery holds the graves of many prominent Spanish and American settlers, and the rose garden includes a fountain and plantings representing the original mission period.
15
Start:Dante Robere Vineyards
Livermore, Tri-Valley, California·
5.0
(9) review
1200 Wetmore Rd, Livermore, CA 94550-9640
16
Start:Lost Worlds
Livermore, Tri-Valley, California·
2.5
(9) review
Immerse yourself in fun at Lost Worlds Adventures in Livermore, CA! We are a fully themed Family Entertainment Center featuring Next Gen Laser Tag, Black Light Mini-Golf, Super Play Structure, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Special Events, Corporate Gatherings, Grad Nights, Field Trips, and more!
17
Start:Shadow Puppet Brewing Company
Livermore, Tri-Valley, California·
5.0
(9) review
4771 Arroyo Vista Suite B, Livermore, CA 94551-8677
18
Start:Visit Stockton
Stockton, California·
4.5
(9) review
Visit Stockton is the official source for visitor information in Stockton, CA. Free maps, guides & brochures, and Stockton related souvenirs. Our team is here to create the best experience for our visiting guests and groups. Please reach out to us to assist you in making your visit an awesome one.
19
Start:Pulgas Water Temple
Redwood City, California·
4.0
(95) review
56 Canada Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062-4144
20
Start:Oakland California Temple & Visitors' Center
Oakland, California·
5.0
(940) review
Open to the public, the Oakland California Temple & Visitors' Center is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering palm trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful view of the San Francisco Bay Area, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center, learn more about you're family's history at the FamilySearch Library, and attend events at the Temple Hill Auditorium. Only members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can enter the temple itself. A coveted location for photographers, the Oakland Temple is one of the best locations to enjoy a sunset over the Bay. At night, the Oakland Temple is brightly lit and can be seen throughout the Bay Area. Devotionals, concerts, and performances are hosted throughout the month in the Temple Hill Auditorium and most events are free.
21
Start:Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Berkeley, California·
4.5
(94) review
2155 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704-1394
22
Start:St. Patrick Catholic Church
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(98) review
756 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103-3113
23
Start:The Castro
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(974) review
Castro and Market Sts., San Francisco, CA 94114
24
Start:Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(992) review
Powell and Market Streets, San Francisco, CA 94102
25
Start:Angel Island State Park
San Francisco, California·
4.5
(990) review
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
26
Start:Tom's Muir Woods Walking Tours
Mill Valley, Marin County, California·
4.5
(292) review
Tom’s private walking tour is a 4 hour, fully guided, tour through the Redwoods on mostly single track dirt trails. The $150.00 per person (minimum 2 persons) fee includes pick-up at your hotel, transfer to Muir Woods, the walking tour of some of the tallest, most majestic trees in the world, a lunch snack and water, and finally, delivers your group to Sausalito for a scenic ferry-ride back to San Francisco. Tours are limited to bubbles of no more than 6. Tom is a font of knowledge about the forests of California and loves to answer questions about the flora & fauna of Muir Woods.
27
Start:Muir Woods National Monument
Mill Valley, Marin County, California·
4.5
(7049) review
Muir Woods has a rich and varied history, from its use by the Coast Miwok people, to its early days of tourism and the Mount Tamalpais Mill Valley Scenic Railway, to an era of conservation, to modern preservation. In each era, the forest has been affected by the actions of humans, for better or for worse. Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this coastal redwood preserve features majestic redwoods and scenic hiking trails that draw more than 1.5 million visitors each year.
28
Start:Mount Tamalpais State Park
Mill Valley, Marin County, California·
5.0
(450) review
Beautiful state park north of San Francisco.
29
Start:Dipsea Trail
Mill Valley, Marin County, California·
5.0
(69) review
Muir Woods to Stinson Beach, Mill Valley, CA 94942
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