California Coastal Cruise

9 DAY TOUR |  OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMVER 8, 2026

Discover the allure of the golden coastline by catching one of California’s beautiful sunsets, sampling new varietals in wine country or sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge.

$2,499

Per Person/Double Occupancy/Balcony Cabin

$3,299

Single Occupancy/ Balcony Cabin

Book by March 31, 2026 and save $25 pp!

Final payment due June 15, 2026.

This Tour Includes

8 NIGHTS
Cruise ship & hotel accommodations

MEALS
Included onboard the Emerald Princess with the exception of speciality dining

SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES
Guided sightseeing with your Tour Director as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; visits, admissions and special features are shown in bold.

ROUNDTRIP TRANSPORTATION
Motorcoach Transportation Brainerd to/from MSP
Airfare from MSP to/from Los Angeles
All Coach Transfers to/from Los Angeles Hotel and Ship

PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR
Full time throughout the trip

Tour Highlights

  • Pre-night in a Los Angeles Area Hotel
  • Seven-Night Cruise Aboard the Luxurious Emerald Princess

 

EARN $40 IN PTS PERKS UPON COMPLETION!

A US PASSPORT BOOK, US PASSPORT CARD OR ENHANCED DRIVER’S LICENSE VALID UNTIL MAY 11, 2027 IS REQUIRED FOR THIS CRUISE.

Daily Itinerary

Breakfast (B) | Lunch (L) | Dinner (D) | Drury Dinners (DD)

Day 1

BRAINERD – LOS ANGELES

We board our motorcoach for our short trip to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul airport where we board our plane for the flight to Los Angeles. We overnight in the Los Angeles area.

Day 2

ALL ABOARD!

This morning, we transfer to the San Pedro Pier to board the beautiful Emerald Princess. We depart this afternoon on our Seven-Night California Coastal Cruise. (B L D)

Day 3

AT SEA

Relax with an enjoyable day at sea! (B L D)

Day 4

SAN FRANCISCO

Cable cars, the Golden Gate rising from the fog —welcome to San Francisco, arguably the most romantic and cosmopolitan city in the United States. San Francisco has it all: a colorful history, superb restaurants, sophisticated museums, world-class shopping, and that elusive air of romance and abandon that’s part of the tang of the city. (B L D)

Day 5

AT SEA

Relax with an enjoyable day at sea! (B L D)

Day 6

SANTA BARBARA

“Welcome to Paradise,” is a fitting expression for those visiting the coastal city of Santa Barbara. Called the American Riviera, Santa Barbara is a place where food, art, history, fashion, wine and sunshine mix to create a delightful and unique experience for the visitor. Charming Spanish and Moorish style buildings graced by brilliantly-colored bougainvillea, palm-lined beaches, a warm Mediterranean climate, charming sidewalk cafés and a pristine seaside setting are some of the aesthetic reasons for visiting Santa Barbara. (B L D)

Day 7

SAN DIEGO

Known as a place of infinite beauty, affectionate locals and endless sunshine, San Diego has become one of America’s favorite cities. Located in the southwest corner of California, close to the border of Mexico, San Diego has a distinct cross-cultural feel, part sun-drenched Mediterranean atmosphere, part south-of-the-border zest and part quintessential California beach town. (B L D)

 

Day 8

ENSENADA

Visitors are drawn to Ensenada for its warm Mediterranean climate, friendly atmosphere and easy access by land, air, and sea. (B L D)

Day 9

LOS ANGELES-BRAINERD

This morning we transfer to our Los Angeles Area Airport, where we board our flight to Minneapolis and motorcoach back home to the Brainerd Lakes Area. (B)

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