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California Sprint 14 Days
This student travel program is your opportunity to experience all of California. The excitement of San Fran, the adventure in Tahoe, the waves of the Pacific Ocean, the magic of LA and sunshine in San Diego. Be amazed by the state’s diverse landscape and unforgettable sites. Beyond all the exciting adventure on this California teen tour, our summer program leaders are experts at creating a close, inclusive family where everyone feels welcome. With the perfect combination of activities, new friends and chill time, you’re in for one incredible summer!
For a similar program featuring all indoor accommodations, see California Dreaming – 14 days.
An adrenaline-filled program with the coolest activities, picture-perfect landmarks and a close group bond.
Hotels & resorts
(5 nights)
College residence
(4 nights)
Deluxe camping
(4 nights)
Includes breakfast and dinner daily.
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
Chartered deluxe, air conditioned motor coach with a professional driver.
An exclusive departure is available for students currently completing 7th or 8th grade.
Separate departure dates are assigned to create compatible co-ed age groups.
Up to 48 participants.
This program includes a few nights of deluxe camping at full-service campgrounds.
Fly to San Francisco, where your orientation officially begins with some of our favorite icebreakers and “get to know you” activities.
Take a ride on the famous San Francisco cable car line and wander through Chinatown. Ferry over to Alcatraz, browse the shops in Pier 39, grab a Clam Chowder bread bowl near Fisherman’s Wharf, indulge in Ghirardelli chocolate, stroll down Lombard Street, snap a photo with the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the town of Sausalito, sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at The Coliseum, home of the Oakland A’s, or Oracle Park, home of the Giants and so much more.
*As per the National Park Service, we disclose that Alcatraz tour has a retail value of $38 included in the program tuition.
Whitewater raft through some Northern California rapids.Bask in the warm sunshine on the shore of Tahoe or play Ultimate Frisbee or beach volleyball. Learn to waterski with professional instructors or go tubing or wakeboarding. Chill out and catch some rays on a sailing cruise around the lake on a private charter. Enjoy the facilities of our campground including basketball and tennis courts and a pool.
You’ve made it to SoCal. Take your first dip in the Pacific Ocean and take in one of Hollywood’s summer hit movies to get you ready for your next stop on this journey, the entertainment capital of the world!
The Bruins, with over 100 NCAA championships, call UCLA home, as will you during your stay in Los Angeles. Protect the AllSpark from the Decepticons on the Transformers: The Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood or immerse yourself in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Stroll the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame and check out Michael Jackson’s footprint outside of Mann’s Chinese Theater. Explore Hollywood & Highland, featuring the home of the Academy Awards®, the Dolby Theater. Do a pushup or two with the bodybuilders on Venice Beach and keep your eyes peeled for celebrities on Rodeo Drive. Watch an incredible comedy show at the IMPROV. Devour a made-to-order ice cream sandwich at Diddy Riese located in the heart of Westwood Village. Watch fireworks at the most magical place on earth, Disneyland. Delight your palate at the Original Farmers Market on Fairfax & 3rd, choose from over 100 different cuisines.
Grab a surfboard and hit the waves with professional instructors. Get an aerial view of the San Diego Zoo onboard the Skyfari including the incredible Polar Bear Plunge exhibit. Protect your base from enemies in a competitive game of laser tag. Visit Seaport Village and look back at an incredible journey, one that you'll wish was longer!
Say farewell to your new friends as you part ways for your return home. The summer might be over, but all the memories you’ve made will last a lifetime!
San Francisco, California
Enjoy all-suite accommodations at either the Embassy Suites South San Francisco or the Embassy Suites Burlingame on San Francisco Bay. Accommodations are spacious with living areas and amenities include an indoor pool, whirlpool, and gym.
South Lake Tahoe, California
You couldn’t picture a more perfect and serene place than Tahoe Valley Campground. A crisp blue lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and of course it’s almost always sunny! Tahoe is a dream camping experience. Relax and enjoy the facilities, take a dip in the swimming pool or the jacuzzi or shoot some hoops on the full court.
Ventura, California
Pacific Ocean here you come! The Pacific Beach Campground is literally 150′ from the beach and the surf!
Los Angeles, California
The UCLA campus is so amazing that after your stay in that UCLA Residence, you might not be able to wait to send in your application. Enjoy their unmatched facilities and check out the bookstore in the Ackerman Union (the perfect place to pick up a great hoodie). You know you can wear it with pride, as UCLA was the first US College to win 100 team championships.
San Diego, California
These all-suite accommodations offer plenty of space to spread out and relax after playing in San Diego or some amazing surfing. Stay at either Embassy Suites La Jolla or Homewood Suites Hotel Circle.
Flight to San Francisco, California
We help you coordinate your flight to arrive within designated times so that we may greet you upon arrival. For participants from the New York area, we offer a chaperoned flight that leaves early morning. One of your summer leaders and staff from our office will be at the airline counter to greet you, introduce you to fellow travelers, help you to check-in and the leader will be with you from check-in onward.
Return Flight Home From San Diego, California
Our leaders help you to check-in and remain in the airport until flights in designated times have departed. For those from the New York area, we may chaperone the return flight depending on the number of students from the area.
Food and Meals
Eating well while away from home is an important part of a summer’s success. We understand how it helps our travelers feel secure, happy and looking forward to their day. Our North American Active Teen Tours visit great restaurants. Depending on the itinerary, you may be dining at the Cheesecake Factory, Hard Rock Cafe, a popular upscale food hall/marketplace with local gourmet options or a happening area where you will have many cuisines to select from. We make a point to balance great food choices that teens love with trying great local favorites like the sourdough bread from the Boudin Bakery in San Francisco.
We have satisfied the choosiest of eaters and gladly accommodate most special dietary requests including vegetarian, anaphylactic food allergies, lactose intolerance, celiac disease, and kosher style. We welcome discussing your individual requirements with you and have extensive experience in this area.
Rooming
You will stay in the finest hotels, resorts and college residences, which are chosen based on safety, security, amenities, comfort and location. You will also get to enjoy a few nights of deluxe camping, as outlined below. Indoor accommodation rooms vary from doubles to triples. Triples may contain two beds and a rollaway or be a suite style with a sofa bed. Each participant has their own bed.
Deluxe Camping
This program visits such breathtaking places that you’ll quickly see how a few nights of deluxe camping enhance the experience. Led by our experienced leaders, we offer a taste of the joys of camping, – no prior experience or special equipment is needed. We stay at campgrounds that have hot showers and clean modern bathroom facilities – that means indoor plumbing! Some of the campgrounds on our teen tour programs have added amenities like pools, basketball courts, and space for football, soccer or other games.
For a comfortable night’s rest, we provide cots and insulated air mats inside large, sturdy 16’x10’cabin-style tents. These are the largest tents in the teen travel industry and have floors and screened windows. We generally sleep 6 trip members per tent with plenty of room for your stuff. Set up is quick and simple!
We add campsite managers at each location as additional staff members for extra support. They manage the equipment and oversee buying fresh produce and the meal prep. The trip members contribute by working together preparing meals. Menus include omelets, fresh pancakes, French toast, BBQ chicken, steak, grilled salmon and of course s’mores and banana boats by the campfire.
Laundry
You will only need to bring one week’s worth of clothing as outlined in the packing list that will be sent to you prior to departure. We visit local laundromats weekly and we will supply the detergent and dryer sheets. Don’t worry if you’ve never done laundry before, we’ll show you the ropes. Parents, we know the thought of your children doing laundry is making you smile!
What’s Included
Included in your program tuition is all lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, recreation & entertainment listed, airport transfers in designated times, gratuities & taxes.
Not included is transportation to and from the program, lunches, snacks, personal spending money for souvenirs, and laundry. We also make available optional travel insurance that is not included, but highly recommended.
Please contact us with any questions. We are happy to hear from you!
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