Backpack on the Channel Islands off the coast of California. Trek on Santa Cruz Island. On the main shore, visit the towns of Solvang and Santa Barbara.
6 Days / 5 Nights Thursday, September 16th to Tuesday, September 21st, 2010
Price:$961.00 per person, in double occupancy, add $180.00 for single room (airfare not included). Call about air departure and arrival times in Santa Barbara or Oxnard, California, if originating trip from Denver, Colorado. Early bird special: $100 off of the above package trip price, if $100.00 deposit paid by January 8th, 2010.
Ask about the A La Carte package that does not include the cost of meals and wine tasting. Space limited to 10 participants so reserve as soon as possible. Channel Island boat arrival and departure time/day could be delayed or cancelled due unpredictable weather conditions. If you take the backpack trek you can:
Ride a catamaran from Ventura, California to Santa Cruz Island, Channel Island National Park, California, USA to backpack inland to group campsite for 3 days/2 nights. ·
Hike inland and coast trails on Santa Cruz Island for spectacular coastal vistas, isolated coves, Brown Pelican viewing and whale watching. ·
Experience optional guided kayak tour to Santa Cruz Island sea caves. Note: Santa Cruz Island guided kayak tours are booked very early, up to 10 months before arrival date. ·
Take in the sights and shop the town of Solvang – a town of unique Danish architecture which feels like northern Europe. ·
Sample a wide variety of delicious pastries from popular Danish bakeries in Solvang. ·
Stroll the town of Solvang with your host Winston Walker as we search out wine tasting rooms. ·
Walk the beautiful beaches and the waterfronts of Santa Barbara, California. ·
Dine with toes in the sand at a famous beach side Santa Barbara restaurant
