Jan 20, 2028 to Jan 24, 2028
Essentials
- Destination: San Diego, CA.
- Optimal Travel Dates: 2028-01-20 to 2028-01-24 (Coastal cliff walks, historic Spanish architecture tours, and vibrant seafood dining.).
- Travel Party: 2 adults (4 dogs stay home with dedicated Rover care in Cudahy).
- Target Budget Range: $1,465 to $1,820 per person ($2,930 to $3,640 total party cost).
- Hotel Starting Point: Grande Colonial La Jolla, 910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037.
- Hotel Pet Policy: $0 hotel pet fee (dogs stay home in Cudahy).
- Home Pet Care (If Pets Stay Home): Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search estimates $130 to $170 per night ($520 to $680 total for 4 nights).
Day by Day
Day 1: Thursday, Jan 20, 2028: Flight to San Diego, Harbor Drive & La Jolla Check-In
- 11:00 AM CST to 2:30 PM PST Flight to San Diego & Rental Car
- 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Balboa Park & Hotel Check-In Balboa Park
- 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM La Jolla Cove Walk & Welcome Dinner Duke's La Jolla
Day 2: Friday, Jan 21, 2028: Balboa Park Architecture & North Park Breweries
- 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM Breakfast in La Jolla Brockton Villa
- 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM Balboa Park Cultural Exploration Balboa Park
- 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM North Park Craft Beer Tasting North Park
- 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Dinner in Little Italy Civico 1845
Day 3: Saturday, Jan 22, 2028: Torrey Pines Ocean Hike & Sunset Cliffs
- 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM Torrey Pines Bluffs Hike Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
- 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Del Mar Coastal Lunch Jake's Del Mar
- 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunset Cliffs & Point Loma Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
Day 4: Sunday, Jan 23, 2028: Coronado Island & Old Town Historic District
- 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Hotel del Coronado & Beach Walk Hotel del Coronado
- 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM Old Town Historic Park Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
- 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Celebration Coastal Dinner The Marine Room
Day 5: Monday, Jan 24, 2028: Morning Tide Pools, Airport Return & Flight Home
- 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM Checkout & Village Stroll La Jolla Cove
- 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Drive to San Diego Airport
- 1:00 PM PST to 6:30 PM CST Return Flight to Milwaukee
Costs
| Expense Category / Line Item | Provider / Venue | Exact Unit Price / Rate | Total Cost Range | Verified Booking / Info Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging (4 Nights) | Grande Colonial La Jolla | $275 / night | $1,100 to $1,100 | Grande Colonial La Jolla Booking |
| Flights & Rental Sedan | Commercial Carrier & Avis SAN | $280 to $380 / person | $560 to $760 | Travel Logistics |
| Museum Passes & Reserve Entry | San Diego, CA Regional Highlights | $35 to $55 / person | $150 to $220 | La Jolla Cove & Coastal Ocean Walk |
| Dining & Craft Beverages | Local Acclaimed Dining | $75 to $110 / person / day | $600 to $880 | Balboa Park & Spanish Colonial Architecture |
| Home Pet Care (4 Dogs in Cudahy) | Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search | $130 to $170 / night | $520 to $680 | Rover Cudahy Pet Sitting |
| TOTAL (All-In Vacation Expenses for Party of 2) | Lodging + Transit + Activities + Dining + Rover Care | $1,465 to $1,820 / person | $2,930 to $3,640 total | La Jolla Cove & Coastal Ocean Walk |