Southern California Holidays from £705

Southern California Holiday Packages

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Travel to Southern California to see iconic symbols of the United States, from Disneyland® ParkOpens in a new window to HollywoodOpens in a new window to Death ValleyOpens in a new window. The warm weather here means you can enjoy a visit any time year-round.

North of Tijuana, Mexico is San Diego CountyOpens in a new window, with fascinating Southern California missionary history, Mexican food and cultural highlights. Learn about the community’s water-based history at the Maritime Museum of San DiegoOpens in a new window. Walk along the waterfront to the USS Midway MuseumOpens in a new window on an aircraft carrier. Admire luxury craft and pass America’s Cup yachts in a dozen marinas.

The San Diego ZooOpens in a new window in Balboa ParkOpens in a new window is one of the world’s top zoos, with natural habitats housing nearly 4,000 animals including giant pandas and African penguins. SeaWorld® San DiegoOpens in a new window features live shows, interactive animal experiences, thrill rides and water park adventures. Observe seals and snorkel at La Jolla CoveOpens in a new window and explore the wilderness of Torrey Pines State Park or play golf at the city’s famous Torrey Pines course.

Northeast of San Diego is Palm SpringsOpens in a new window, once a popular playground for Hollywood’s biggest stars. Today, come for golf and sightseeing. Ride the Palm Springs Aerial TramwayOpens in a new window high above the city for cool temperatures and inspiring views. Hike up San Jacinto MountainOpens in a new window, in Indian CanyonsOpens in a new window or along Coachella Valley. Indio hosts the Coachella Music and Arts Festival every April.

Slightly east, observe the plants, desert tortoises and night skies of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts in Joshua Tree National ParkOpens in a new window. Head north to Death Valley National Park to see not only blisteringly hot desert but also snow-capped mountains and delicate plants. Tall trees, black bears and mountainous peaks fill Sequoia and Kings Canyon National ParksOpens in a new window.

The busy Los AngelesOpens in a new window area has AnaheimOpens in a new window’s Disneyland and Universal Studios HollywoodOpens in a new window, theme parks with exciting rides and entertainment. Visit Venice BeachOpens in a new window, MalibuOpens in a new window and Marina del ReyOpens in a new window for sand, sun and surfing. Find diverse museums, restaurants and shopping here.

Enjoy Southern California’s varied attractions. Escape to the wilderness or join thousands of fellow travellers in exciting big-city activities.