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Designed for the travel trade, this curated collection of California itineraries helps transform World Cup travel into longer, more immersive journeys across the state. These routes go beyond match attendance, showcasing California’s iconic landscapes, creative communities, culinary regions and car‑free rail experiences that appeal to long‑haul and premium travelers. Each itinerary is built to encourage extended stays, regional exploration and customizable pacing — giving advisors practical tools to inspire visitation, add value and position California as a destination where the journey itself is as compelling as the event.

World Cup Itineraries

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World Cup by Amtrak: The Ultimate West Coast Rail Journey

A curated rail itinerary connecting World Cup host regions through California’s most compelling coastal and inland destinations. This refined journey prioritizes immersion over distance, transforming sports travel into a deeper cultural experience — ideal for long-haul clients who value time, connection, and meaningful exploration, not just match tickets.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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The Mountains Are Calling; Into The Wild: California's High Sierra

9 days exploring Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Mammoth Lakes, and Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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Waves to Wilderness: Southern California Unfiltered

7–9 days from the beaches of Orange County and San Diego to the wide open expanses and starry skies of the desert.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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California Wine Country: From LA to the Bay

A deeper, unhurried journey through Central Coast vineyards and Napa-Sonoma valleys, timed perfectly for the 2026 World Cup.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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The Pacific Surfliner Experience: Southern California's Coastal Rail Journey

A coastal rail journey between Los Angeles and San Diego designed for travelers seeking Southern California’s iconic beach lifestyle, major attractions, and culinary experiences without driving. This itinerary prioritizes longer stays in fewer destinations, allowing clients to settle in and experience each place more deeply.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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California's Ultimate Food & Drink Playbook

This immersive nine–11 day culinary journey showcases California’s diverse food and wine culture along the Highway 1 corridor, connecting Michelin-starred dining, celebrated wine regions, sustainable seafood and artisanal producers. This itinerary prioritizes longer stays in itinerary key destinations to allow time for private tastings, local encounters, and unhurried dining experiences.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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The Artist's Highway: A Creative Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

A culturally immersive journey through coastal California’s galleries, mission heritage and creative communities that shaped the American West.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)
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Pacific Northwest Passage: The Ultimate World Cup Road Trip

5 days connecting two iconic host cities through America’s most dramatic coastal landscapes, designed for deeper exploration rather than rapid transit.

Plans and Publications Itinerary (.PDF)

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Leona Reed

Leona Reed
Vice President of Global Marketing
LReed@VisitCalifornia.com

 

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Katie Meissner
Travel Trade Coordinator
KMeissner@VisitCalifornia.com

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Brian Wright
Director of Trade & Group Business
BWright@VisitCalifornia.com