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6 min readJun 16, 2025

Drivable Summer Trips From Los Angeles

Drivable Summer Trips From Los Angeles

School’s out and summertime is here! There is no better time than now to plan your summer vacation and nail down your travel bookings! However, sometimes the travel part of the trip is so astronomically high, you feel like there is no use in even taking the trip. When you book a luxury driving service with us here at TourVanGo, you will not have to worry about extra and unnecessary travel costs! You won't have to worry about things like flights and renting a car or taking rideshare vehicles to get around. Instead, you will only have one travel cost to consider that will get you to and from your vacation destination for the entire trip. Here are some drivable summer getaways from the Los Angeles to make this your best summer ever.

Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree is a great place to visit to get some rest and relaxation in. The Joshua Tree National Park is beautiful and full of great spots to chill or get out into the outdoors! They have wonderful hiking trails, rock climbing spots, and unique natural sculptures to see. Nearby is the cute town known as Pioneertown, which is a great spot to explore and grab some food.

Temecula

If you want to go wine tasting this summer, the place to be is Temecula. Found near the southern border, neighboring San Diego, Temecula has many beautiful vineyards to explore. The best part of taking a wine tasting trip with us is you never have to worry about a designated driver, as you would already have one with you! While you’re here, be sure to go hot air ballooning and bask in the beauty around you!

Palm Springs

Want a classic summer trip that can be spent lounging by a pool? Palm Springs is a great place to experience that! Summers in the city get pretty hot, which is what makes it ideal for resort pool adventures! You can hit up a local drag show, get brunch at one of the many restaurants, and experience an incredible summer in the desert!

Big Bear Lake

Looking to spend your summer vacation on a lake? Look no further than Big Bear Lake! Here you can explore the cute town of Big Bear while you enjoy classic summer lake activities. You can rent a boat, jet ski, kayak, and even go inner tubing! After your lake activities you can enjoy beautiful sights on a hike or just enjoy the outdoors with a campfire.

Santa Barbara

If the ocean is where you want to spend your days, Santa Barbara is a great vacation destination. There are beautiful beaches in Santa Barbara, where you can see lots of aquatic life. Don’t be surprised if you see seals and sealions laying out on the beaches nearby! After spending time by the beach, you can explore the city of Santa Barbara, seeing the historic old town offerings and the fresh experiences offered in the downtown area!

No matter where you want to go this summer, TourVanGo is ready to take you there! Give us a call and get your trip reserved today!