Arrive Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport 3 hours before your long-haul flight; complete baggage and immigration formalities. Confirm e-ticket, visa/ESTA and seat assignments.
Overnight/long-haul flight with a typical total door-to-door time of ~16–20 hours including one stopover; cross the international date line and arrive same calendar day in Los Angeles local time.
Clear customs, collect luggage and transfer to your Los Angeles hotel (allow 1–2 hours). Use ride-share or airport shuttle depending on hotel location.
Historic food hall with many stalls (Eggslut, Wexler's). Great for a variety of quick breakfast options and coffee; open ~8:00am–9:00pm (verify hours).
World-class art, architecture and gardens with sweeping city views — visit the permanent collection and hilltop gardens; Getty is typically open Tue–Sun ~10:00am–5:30pm and closed Mondays (confirm before visiting).
Drive or hike up for panoramic views of LA and the Hollywood sign; the Observatory offers exhibits and evening skyline views. Observatory hours vary—check current schedule; parking may be limited at sunset.
Walk among the famous stars on Hollywood Boulevard, see historic theatres and the Dolby Theatre; outdoor areas open daily, museums/theatre tours may have specific hours.
Theme park and studio tour with rides, shows and the famous Studio Tour; park hours vary by season (often ~10:00am–6:00pm); book tickets in advance to skip lines.
Casual dining options next to Universal — convenient after a park day with several cuisines; CityWalk stays open late though individual shop hours vary.
Ride a historic cable car, explore the crooked Lombard Street and the Russian Hill neighborhood; cable car lines run daily but can be crowded—expect waits.
Ferry and guided audio tour of the historic prison; Alcatraz Cruises is the official operator and tickets sell out—book early; morning departures often start ~8:45am–9:30am.
Drive time is roughly 3.5–4.5 hours depending on route and traffic; if taking Tioga Pass (highway 120) check seasonal opening — early June is often open but confirm road status.
Introductory stop to learn park history and undertake an easy walk to Lower Yosemite Falls; Visitor Center hours typically ~9:00am–5:00pm (confirm seasonally).
Iconic Yosemite hike with spectacular views; strenuous and can be wet near the fall—wear good shoes and start early to avoid crowds and heat. Trail is typically open in June but check seasonal conditions.
Drive to Glacier Point for sweeping vistas of Half Dome and the valley (road is seasonal—check current access). If closed, use Tunnel View and other valley overlooks.
Quick breakfast and depart Yosemite early for the drive to South Lake Tahoe; fuel up and check road conditions—Tioga Road may be in seasonal schedule around this time.
Driving time typically 3.5–5 hours depending on route and stops; scenic drive past Mono Lake or through mountain passes—check current road and weather conditions.
Famous viewpoint over Emerald Bay — great short hikes and photo stops; park day-use hours are generally sunrise to sunset—confirm for parking and access.