San Francisco to San Diego by rail

Itinerary

• Days One to Two: Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection – San Francisco

  Fly into San Francisco where you’ll spend the first two nights. Tucked into the heart of vibrant Union Square and steps from San Francisco’s most iconic neighbourhoods, dining, attractions, and culture; this distinctive retreat creates a refined yet relaxed place to settle in, recharge, and explore. The sports bar serves American dishes and Bay Area brews, and there’s also room service, a fitness centre, and complimentary coffee in the lobby. Stroll to the Powell Street cable cars, enjoy a show in the Theater District, or explore nearby Nob Hill and North Beach. Resort fee: $34.20 per room per night

• Days Three to Four: Mission Inn – San Luis Obispo

  Arriving in San Luis, you’ll check into this renovated hotel in the heart of the city and California’s Central Coast. On-site you’ll find complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception, and a computer station. Seek out the Mission San Luis Obispo De Tolosa, enjoy the calm waters and oceanfront dining at Avila Beach, relish wine tasting experiences at nearby wineries, or travel to the stunning hilltop estate building by William Randolf Hearst - Hearst Castle. Resort fee: $11.05 per room per night.

• Day Five to Six: Riviera Beach House – Santa Barbara

  Step off the train in Santa Barbara and check into this relaxed and elegant boutique hotel at the heart of the coastal city. Discover European-inspired accommodation, tasty old-world Mexican fare and cocktails at the restaurant, in-room dining, curated experiences, and an art gallery. Leave the hotel behind to visit Old Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara County Courthouse or experience the East Beach and the restaurants, shops, and scenic views of Stearns Wharf. This hotel does not have a resort fee or other mandatory fees

• Days Seven to Eight: The Biltmore – Los Angeles

  Your next rail journey takes you Los Angeles and this historic hotel overlooking Pershing Square. Alongside chic and well-equipped guest accommodation; you’ll find a spa, indoor pool, club lounge, afternoon tea room, a bar and grill, and a restaurant with a tasty breakfast buffet. This is the perfect place to explore Tinseltown with attractions like Macy’s, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory, The Broad Museum, Hollywood Wak of Fame, and Walt Disney Concert Hall easily accessible. Resort fee: $38.58 including tax per room per night.

• Days Nine to Ten: Hotel Indigo – San Diego Gaslamp Quarter – San Diego

  Your final rail trip see you arrive in San Diego and your boutique hotel at the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. The comfortable guest rooms are equally matched by Wi-Fi access, two restaurants, a fitness centre, and the unique Bum the Dog statue. Experience baseball at Petco Park, Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, Museum of Illusions, Horton Plaza Park, live performances at the House of the Blues, and The Embarcadero’s USS Midway Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego. Destination fee: $32.68 including tax per room per night.

• Day Eleven – Fly Back to the UK

  Check out of your hotel and travel to San Diego Airport in time for your flight back to the UK – hopefully with many happy memories to look back on of your San Francisco to San Diego by Rail adventure.