Carter House Inns

Embrace the opportunity to indulge in a classic American road trip. Travel along the Pacific Northwestern Coast on this USA tour, discover the café culture of Seattle, the spectacular scenery of Washington's lush rainforest and snow-capped peaks, the rock-strewn shores of Oregon and the giant redwoods of California. Along the way, enjoy the liberal, calm vibe, and food culture, with its farm-to-table ethos, and wineries, along with the scope for some of the best outdoor activities in the world.

From skiing in Whistler, one of the best and most famous ski resorts in the world to the sun and surf of the sunshine state California, this incredible itinerary is a unique holiday.

Get lost in the magic of LA, diving under its skin as you discover what makes this iconic city tick with rich cultural experiences and active adventures. Stay at ultra-chic hotels, with exclusive experiences showcasing the best of West Hollywood and downtown Santa Barbara. Submerging in the eclectic culture and beautiful coastline as you admire its hip enclaves, gourmet foodie scene and glossy boulevards, all just steps from the iconic waterfront.

Star treatment awaits the fortunate few on this exclusive guided behind-the-scenes tour, revealing world class production facilities & movie sets normally closed to the public and enjoying front-of-line access to all rides, attractions & gourmet lunch.

Go hiking in Hollywood Hills with a private guide. Be starstruck by the Hollywood sign, explore the Griffith Observatory and be inspired by beautiful views of the City of Angels, from the skyscrapers to Beverly Hills and beyond.

Walking and biking are the most popular ways to see Yosemite, with self-guide trail maps issued at the entrance. Wardens at the visitors centre can advise on activities & the newspaper will tell you what's going on from star-gazing to wildlife talks!

Warner Bros takes you “into-the-scenes” of your favourite shows at the world’s busiest motion picture and TV studio. From Batman to Argo, to The Big Bang Theory to Friends, the studio will show you how the magic is made. The tour is 3 hours for 8yrs+.

Take in the ocean breezes, visit the historic Venice Canals, ride through Marina del Rey, take pictures with the Art Walls, and explore Muscle Beach. The sunny California weather makes this tour a fun and beautiful experience for culture enthusiasts!

Santa Barbara is the 'American Riviera' with a beautiful sunny climate and Pacific Ocean breeze. Get out on the water by catamaran, see whales and dolphins around the Channel Island National Park and cycle along the palm-lined promenade on a cruiser.

Journey to Alcatraz Island to visit the world-renowned Cellhouse on a self-guided audio tour

Hire a bike and cycle over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from Fisherman's Wharf to charming Sausalito, perched on the hillside between the Bay and the Marin Headlands, or for the really energetic keep pedalling to Tiburon for lunch at Sam's!

Monterey's aquarium is located on the former site of a sardine cannery; much more than a collection of glass tanks, 200 gallons of seawater provide homes to sea life from kid-tolerant starfish to friendly penguins, sea turtles and hammerhead sharks.