Beachfront campgrounds in sunny SoCal - this motorhome holiday is ideal for families.
Stunning national parks, famous cities, iconic beaches and
remote desert roads: southern California offers a varied road trip with a
seemingly endless line-up of bucket list sights. This round trip itinerary starts and ends in
Los Angeles, travelling via the Big Sur, San Francisco, Yosemite and Death
Valley national parks as well as the Mojave Desert.
Itinerary idea in detail
Day 1: Arrival and overnight in Los Angeles
UK to Los Angeles
Fly from the UK to Los Angeles. You cannot collect your motorhome after an international flight so take the chance to unwind at a comfortable hotel close
to the airport.
Day 2: Los Angeles to Santa Margarita - 199 Mi
Los Angeles to Santa Margarita
Head to the nearby Cruise America depot and collect your motorhome. After an orientation session
you are ready to hit the open road and start heading north on legendary Highway 1. Make a stop along ‘The American Riviera’ at one of the palm-lined beaches around Santa Barbara before traveling inland to the campground at Santa Margarita.
Distance approx: 199 Mi Time to travel approx: 3 hour 10 minutes
Day 3: Santa Margarita to Hearst Castle - 48 Mi
Santa Margarita to Hearst Castle
The short drive today takes you past plenty of places to stop and enjoy some real Americana. Visit San Luis Obispo, known as the happiest town in America, or the secluded Morro Bay. Continue north up the coast until the distinctive Hearst Castle comes into view on the hills to your right. From your convenient campground explore this marvellous monument built by magnate William Randolph
Hearst.
Distance approx: 48 Mi Time to travel approx: 55 minutes
Day 4-5: Hearst Castle to San Francisco- 241 Mi
Hearst Castle to San Francisco
Take a day to explore this intriguing city. Visit Chinatown, ride the historic cable cars over San Francisco’s steep hills and head to Fisherman’s Wharf for the city’s best seafood. Speak to your Best at Travel consultant about booking your tickets to visit Alcatraz along with a sightseeing tour of the city.
Distance approx: 241 Mi Time to travel approx: 3 hour 50 minutes
Day 6-7: San Francisco to Yosemite N.P - 211 Mi
San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
Journey inland and soon the ground begins to rise. You are entering the Sierra Nevada Mountain
Range where explorers, gold prospectors, hunters and pioneers have been finding adventure for centuries. This remarkable region is home to Yosemite National Park but just before you get there you will arrive at the Yosemite Pines RV Park, outside of the national park itself. Spend a day in one of America’s most famous national parks. Granite peaks rise steeply from the pine forests, giant waterfalls cascade from vertical cliffs and an array of wildlife can be seen in the wildflower meadows. There are plenty of walking trails through the park catering to all abilities so we recommend you strike away from the main visitor centre and find your own little piece of this paradise.
Distance approx: 211 Mi Time to travel approx: 3 hour 55 minutes
Day 8: Yosemite N.P to Lone Pine - 193 Mi
Yosemite National Park to Lone Pine
Depart early to make the most of this incredible journey through the Sierra Nevadas and out the other side, crossing through Yosemite and descending to Highway 395 as it travels south. Pass Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous USA, before arriving at your campsite at Lone Pine, close to Death
Valley National Park and the lowest point in the USA.
Distance approx: 193 Mi Time to travel approx: 4 hour 20 minutes
Day 9: Lone Pine to Barstow - 155 Mi
Lone Pine to Barstow
As you journey south the land flattens into the remarkable desert scenery of countless Wild West movies. Cacti dot the landscape and the long straight road stretches into California’s Mojave Desert. Your
campground is near the town of Barstow and from here you can make a trip to the remarkable ghost town of Callico which used to be a bustling silver mining community.
Distance approx: 155 Mi Time to travel approx: 2 hour 30 minutes
Day 10-11: Barstow to San Diego - 176 Mi
Barstow to San Diego
Leave the desert behind and head back to the Pacific coast and the stunning city of San Diego. Campland on the Bay RV Park has a great location on Mission Bay with a sandy beach leading down to this huge saltwater inlet. The coastal city of San Diego epitomises the SoCal lifestyle. Spend a day at SeaWorld San Diego, where fun and frolics go hand-in-hand with local and international marine conservation. Head to Old Town for a true taste of the region’s Mexican heritage or spend a day at the beach in Mission Beach or on Coronado Island.
Distance approx: 176 Mi Time to travel approx: 2 hour 35 minutes
Day 12: San Diego to Newport Beach - 91 Mi
San Diego to Newport Beach
Head north out of San Diego, passing the seaside communities of La Jolla and Carlsbad. Perhaps make a stop at LegoLand, where there is plenty of family fun. Cross the border into Orange County and you will arrive into beautiful Newport Beach. The Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort offers great facilities and plenty of water sports as well as great shopping in the boutiques of Newport Beach.
Distance approx: 91 Mi Time to travel approx: 1 hour 25 minutes
Compact Motorhome
Our C19 Motorhome Range
Capacity:Sleeps up to 3 people. 6.15 metres longFeatures of your motorhome:
'Peace of Mind Insurance'
24 hour customer assistance
Double bed over the cab and single dinette bed
Walk through cabin from the front seats
Air conditioning
Heating
Gas hob
Microwave
Hot and cold running water
Flush toilet
Shower
Radio
Dining area
Min Rental age: 21
Pre Pay Extras
Pre-Payable Extras:
There is an additional charge for the miles you cover on your trip so save money and pre-purchase mileage packs.
500 miles from £110. Extra miles will be charged at $0.34 per mile when you return the motorhome
Unlimited mileage = £609 for 7-21 days
We can offer an 'Early Bird Departure' which includes a transfer to the rental depot, first in line service and earlier vehicle collection, from £285
Local Pay Extra
Extras Paid at the Depot:
One-way fee
Personal kits - these include sleeping bags, pillows, sheets and towels, from $55 per person
Provisioning kits - these include pots, pans, cookware and crockery, from $100 per vehicle
Generator - an optional extra from $7 per day
Excess mileage
Colorado Road Safety Fee ($2+tax per day) for Denver rentals; Surcharge ($5+tax per day) on Newark and Philadelphia Rentals
Refundable security deposit ($500)
Additional Info
Your motorhome rental includes ‘Peace of Mind’ insurance, with no upselling at the depot as you sometimes get with car hire. Peace of Mind insurance includes third party cover for bodily injury, property damage and personal injury protection for authorised drivers. Supplemental Liability Insurance is also included providing excess liability insurance up to US$1million and your excess for vehicle loss or damage is capped at $1,000 providing the terms and conditions of the rental agreement have been met
Motorhomes cannot be collected on the same day you arrive into the US or Canada on an international or overnight flight, for your own safety
At the end of your rental schedule your flight out for evening or the following day
Motorhome collection begins at 1PM and is completed by 4PM
All prices shown represent a from price per person based on low season travel unless otherwise stated. Availability of tour components and flights seats change continually, affecting the final price. The lead-in price given is therefore for guidance only. To obtain a tailored quote for you and your party, please call one of our travel experts today.
This fly drive itinerary runs all year round
from
1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025
from £1,799pp
Supplements
Resort Fee/Tourist Tax - required by some hotels at check in (subject to change)
Important Info
Important info
Campgrounds With approx. 16,000 campgrounds for you choose from across the USA and Canada, you're spoilt for choice. Call and speak with our travel experts who will happily work with you to plan your next tailor-made motorhome experience . Alternatively you can visit www.koa.com (Kampgrounds of America) where you will find information on over 600 full facility campgrounds in some of the most scenic locations across the USA and Canada.
Important Info when renting a motorhome
Drivers must be over 21 years old and able to provide a full valid driving license
There is no surcharge for additional drivers
A minimum rental period of 7 nights applies
Under no circumstance are you allowed to pick-up the motorhome vehicle, directly after a transatlantic flight
No Sunday departures permitted
Rental centres are open every day during normal working hours except for Sundays and national holidays
You must call the rental centre in the morning to arrange a pick up time, which is normally from 1pm
A $500 deposit payable by credit card and is required when collecting your vehicle
No refunds are given on unused mileage, and additional mileage will be charged when dropping off your vehicle
An Unlimited Mileage Package upgrade is available and will not restrict your distance covered. Ask a member of our team for more details
If traveling with young children, it is recommended to bring your own child seat as these are not provided by the rental centre
You will be given a full orientation of your vehicle before departing the rental centre to ensure your are comfortable with the operation and maintenance of your motorhome
You must return your vehicle by 11am on your last day or a late charge fee of $25 per hour will apply.
We recommend you avoid booking a morning or early afternoon flight on your last day as you will require this time to return the vehicle and get back to the airport
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