Pacific Coast Highway Holidays

Take to one of the most scenic drives in the world on a Pacific Coast Highway holiday. Journey along white sand beaches and stretches of wild coastline, sample delicious fresh produce and local wines, and wander sunny cities and small surfing towns; it’s exactly what California is all about. 

Technically speaking, you could drive the length of the Pacific Coast Highway in a day, but why would you want to? This is a route that’s meant to be taken slowly, with time to really explore the route’s bustling cities, like San Francisco, Los Angeles and Santa Cruz, and get lost in the charm of quaint towns, like Morro Bay, Cambria and San Simeon. There’s also sun-soaked vineyards to tour and fine wines to sample as the Highway takes you through world-renowned wine country.

Pacific Coast Highway: A Road Full of Beaches

Driving along 600 miles of coastline, you’ll find more than a fair share of breathtaking beaches. Between Carmel and San Simeon, in Monterey County’s Big Sur region, the mountains on one side of the highway give way to a wild and rugged coastline on the other. Here, lesser known trails lead you to remote and secluded beaches like Fuller’s Beach, known only to dedicated surfers. Head a few hours south and you’ll find the charming beach town of Pismo Beach, a gateway to the stunning turquoise waters of the San Luis Obispo County coastline. Further south still lies Orange County, scattered with beach towns like Huntington Beach, where incredible waves beg to be surfed and beachfront restaurants boast delicious food.

The Pacific Coast Highway was made for multi centre holidays, but, of course, you don’t have to stick to the coast. Why not combine your Pacific Coast Highway holiday with a trip further inland? Discover the glamour of Palm Springs, or explore the natural wonders of Yosemite National Park.