West Coast 15 days Student Camp
$5,299.00
Embark on a 15-day educational tour along the West Coast, starting in San Francisco with visits to iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Spend 5-7 days on a Central California farm, engaging in sustainable agriculture activities and workshops. Visit either Stanford University or UC Berkeley for a campus tour and summer class. Journey to Yosemite National Park to explore its stunning landscapes, including Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove. Drive along the scenic California State Route 1, marveling at Big Sur’s coastline, and make stops in Monterey and Santa Barbara before reaching Los Angeles. Conclude with a tour of the Reagan Presidential Library and Air Force One before departing from LAX.
Day 1-2: Arrival and San Francisco
- Day 1: Arrival in San Francisco
- Arrive in San Francisco and settle into your accommodation.
- Brief orientation and welcome dinner.
- Day 2: Explore San Francisco
- Visit iconic landmarks: Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf, and Chinatown.
- Take a walking tour of the city or a cable car ride.
Day 3-8: Agricultural Experience
- Day 3: Travel to a Farm
- Drive to a nearby farm in Central California (e.g., in Sonoma, Napa, or the Central Valley).
- Day 4-8: Agricultural Stay
- Engage in various farm activities: planting, harvesting, animal care, and learning sustainable farming practices.
- Participate in workshops about organic farming, renewable energy, and local food systems.
- Enjoy farm-to-table meals and local produce.
- Optional: Visit local farmers' markets and small-town attractions.
Day 9: Visit Stanford University or UC Berkeley
- Morning: Travel to the University
- Drive to either Stanford University in Palo Alto or the University of California, Berkeley.
- Afternoon: Campus Tour and Summer Class
- Take a guided tour of the chosen university campus.
- Attend a summer class or lecture (pre-arrange with the university).
Day 10: Drive to Yosemite National Park
- Morning: Departure from University
- Head towards Yosemite National Park (approx. 3-4 hours from Berkeley).
- Afternoon: Arrival at Yosemite
- Check into accommodations near the park.
- Brief exploration of nearby sights, such as Tunnel View or Bridalveil Fall.
Day 11-12: Explore Yosemite National Park
- Day 11: Full Day in Yosemite
- Visit major attractions: Yosemite Valley, El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Falls.
- Optional: Short hikes (e.g., Mist Trail to Vernal Fall) or guided nature walks.
- Day 12: Additional Yosemite Activities
- Explore less crowded areas: Tuolumne Meadows, Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
- Optional: Rock climbing lessons or a longer hike.
Day 13: Drive Through Scenic Route 1
- Morning: Departure from Yosemite
- Head towards the coast to start the drive along California State Route 1 (Highway 1).
- Afternoon: Scenic Drive
- Enjoy the scenic drive through Big Sur, stopping at key points like McWay Falls, Bixby Creek Bridge, and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
- Arrive in Monterey/Carmel for an overnight stay.
Day 14: Continue on Route 1 to Los Angeles
- Morning: Continue Drive
- Drive through Santa Barbara, stopping to explore local beaches and towns.
- Afternoon: Arrival in Los Angeles
- Arrive in Los Angeles and check into your accommodation.
- Relax and prepare for the next day's activities.
Day 15: Reagan Presidential Library and Departure
- Morning: Visit Reagan Presidential Library
- Tour the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley.
- Onboard the Air Force One.
- Afternoon: Final Activities
- Depending on your flight time, you might have a chance for a last-minute exploration or shopping in Los Angeles.
- Evening: Departure
- Head to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for departure.
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