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Pacific Coast Highway Explorer
A breathtaking 5-day journey down the Pacific Coast Highway, blending rugged nature, historic estates, and iconic California beach culture.
Route: San Francisco → Big Sur → San Simeon → Solvang → Santa Barbara → Malibu → Los Angeles
✅ Current month (Apr) is in this region's prime season. PCH best Apr-May & Sep-Oct (clear, mild). Big Sur landslides occasionally close Hwy 1 Dec-Mar — verify daily.
5days
16stops
700drive km
Trip Highlights
  • Incredible ocean views the entire way
  • Diverse stops from redwoods to Danish villages
  • Relaxed pace with plenty of photo ops
  • Bixby Creek Bridge
Estimated Cost
Total Lodging · Based on mid-range boutique hotels$1420
Total Food · Mix of casual cafes and one nice dinner$375
Money Savers
  1. 1Pack a cooler with snacks and drinks for the Big Sur stretch
  2. 2Use public parking lots in beach towns to avoid valet fees
Heads Up

Check for PCH road closures near Big Sur

Cell service is non-existent in Big Sur

Download offline maps before you leave SF

Day 2: hotel change (Big Sur Village → Cambria Moonstone Beach) — allow 1-2h check-out + transfer

Day 3: hotel change (Cambria Moonstone Beach → Santa Barbara Downtown) — allow 1-2h check-out + transfer

Day 4: hotel change (Santa Barbara Downtown → Santa Monica) — allow 1-2h check-out + transfer

Day 5: hotel change (Santa Monica → West Hollywood) — allow 1-2h check-out + transfer

1
Foggy Cliffs & Coastal Pines
4 stops · 3h 30m · 235km
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2
Waterfalls & Elephant Seals
3 stops · 2h 15m · 110km
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3
Morro Rock & Danish Delights
3 stops · 2h 10m · 165km
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4
The American Riviera
3 stops · 2h · 155km
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5
Santa Monica & LA Icons
3 stops · 1h · 35km
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by John Apple
Pacific Coast Highway Explorer | Roadigo