Personalized itinerary

5.0(3 reviews)

California, United States

How it works:

Complete Purchase

Choose your desired itinerary length and complete the payment process.

Answer Survey

After purchase, I’ll send you a link to the survey to fill out.

Receive Itinerary

I’ll provide a personalised itinerary based on your survey answers within 3–10 days.

What to expect

Feeling overwhelmed with the amount of things to do, and aren’t sure where to start? No worries! That’s what we’re here for! We know California like the backs of our hands, and are familiar with all the distances and times it takes to do things, and would love nothing more than to create a custom itinerary just for YOU! Whether you're looking for a chill and laid back vacation, or an epic adventure of seeing all the best spots, we've got your covered! We can work with your specific budget, timing and activity preferences to put together an incredible trip. Have questions about it? Send us a message! We’re happy to help!

5.0(3 reviews)

Leah Moll

November 2025

I have been living in California for 3 years and find it incredibly overwhelming to find things to do in this magnificent state because it truly offers the most. This has become my go-to travel tool to help calm that overwhelm. It's beautifully organized, easy to explore, and genuinely helpful whether I'm planning a trip well in advance or pulling up ideas for an impromptu adventure when I don't feel like doing a ton of research. It works perfectly for both styles – thoughtful planners and spontaneous wanderers.

I especially appreciate the inclusion of dog-friendly adventures and places to eat. That's such a game-changer. Being able to find spots where my pup is welcome makes every outing so much more enjoyable, and it really sets this guide apart. I love a good dog-friendly excursion, and this site delivers those options effortlessly.

Overall, it's a thoughtful, inspiring, and incredibly useful resource for anyone who loves exploring – especially if you're bringing a furry friend along!

Sarah Puckett

July 2025

We used Katy and Ryan’s map to plan our 3 week road trip in California. Their guide really covers everything and they have a wealth of knowledge to share! We especially loved all the cool hikes and photos spots around Mt Shasta and the Redwoods.

Jessica Hammond

December 2023

Love the detailed itinerary. I didn’t have 7 days but I did get to pick/choose out of the 7 day trip that I could do in 2-3 days. It is super helpful to know if something costs money or is free, if there’s more to do or if it is just a good picture point/scenic spot, etc. The actual overview and message gives a nice summary about the location. I will absolutely use the itinerary when I come back out to explore NorCal again. Thanks again you guys 🫶🏼✨

Consultation by Ryan & Katy Smilko

Joined in October 2023

Hey hey! If you don’t know us, we are Ryan and Katy, and we are California soft adventurers. For nearly 10 years, we’ve been chasing the ultimate California adventures—tracking down epic hikes, hidden viewpoints, dog-friendly escapes, scenic drives, and one-of-a-kind experiences you can’t find in a guidebook. And after all that exploring? We make sure there’s an amazing spot to eat, drink, and rest our heads. These are the experiences we live for.

Our goal is to help YOU have the best experience traveling or exploring California. So if any of the below activities interest you, then our map and guide is exactly what you're looking for!

🥾 Hikes & Trails 🛣️ Scenic Drives ⛰️ National Parks 🐶 Dog-friendly activities 🏨 Hotels & stays 🌊 Waterfalls 📸 Scenic viewpoints ⛵️ Tours 🚁 Experiences 🥃 Wineries, breweries & cocktail bars and we’re only going to keep adding so much more‼️

And as an added bonus, you'll also find over 40 bucket list locations in neighboring state of Oregon!

Still curious or want more info, head to our website! 👉🏼 https://smilkoslens.com/map-of-california/

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