Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in California (Updated 2026)

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Sonoma County Join-In Group Wine Tasting Tours

Sonoma Wine Rides: The "No-Rush" Group Tasting Experience Savor the best of Sonoma County with an intimate group (max 14). We bypass the "splash-and-dash" for …More

Sonoma Wine Rides: The "No-Rush" Group Tasting Experience Savor the best of Sonoma County with an intimate group (max 14). We bypass the "splash-and-dash" for...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$150
Lassen Volcanic National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the volcanic wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Cruise along the rocky slopes of this active volcano and witness …More

Explore the volcanic wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Cruise along the rocky slopes of this active volcano and witness...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$21
Sonoma Trike and Hike - 3 hour guided tour

A twist on our regular tours, for anybody who wants to skip the wine tasting and see some more nature! Join us for your guided …More

A twist on our regular tours, for anybody who wants to skip the wine tasting and see some more nature! Join us for your guided...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
The Escape Game San Francisco in Fisherman's Wharf

The Escape Game San Francisco: Fisherman’s Wharf is set right next to delicious dining, endless entertainment, and of course, the beautiful views of the bay! …More

The Escape Game San Francisco: Fisherman’s Wharf is set right next to delicious dining, endless entertainment, and of course, the beautiful views of the bay!...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$46
Small-Group (8 max) All-Inclusive Santa Barbara Wine Tour

SMALL GROUP/ SHARED WINE TOUR. For those looking for a unique wine experience beyond the crowded commercial wineries and tasting rooms, this is your tour. …More

SMALL GROUP/ SHARED WINE TOUR. For those looking for a unique wine experience beyond the crowded commercial wineries and tasting rooms, this is your tour....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$235
High Ropes Adventure Course near Santa Barbara

For those seeking a fun and challenging adventure, spend up to 2 hours on this epic Adventure Course! This course features 80+ obstacles at heights …More

For those seeking a fun and challenging adventure, spend up to 2 hours on this epic Adventure Course! This course features 80+ obstacles at heights...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Hidden Sonoma County: Redwoods, Cheese, Coast, and Artisan Picnic

Embark on a private, small-group guided caravan experience through West Sonoma County’s hidden gems — ancient redwoods, a behind-the-scenes artisan creamery, scenic coastal backroads, and …More

Embark on a private, small-group guided caravan experience through West Sonoma County’s hidden gems — ancient redwoods, a behind-the-scenes artisan creamery, scenic coastal backroads, and...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
San Diego Bike Rentals

Ride through Balboa Park and visit the Bea Evenson Fountain and Japanese Friendship Garden Stop and visit the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego …More

Ride through Balboa Park and visit the Bea Evenson Fountain and Japanese Friendship Garden Stop and visit the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego...

2 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
San Francisco Whiskey Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco …More

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco...

1 hour 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$86
Redwood National and State Parks Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Cruise beneath a canopy of towering giants with this self-guided driving tour through Redwoods National Park in California. Explore the lush, enchanting wilderness of northern …More

Cruise beneath a canopy of towering giants with this self-guided driving tour through Redwoods National Park in California. Explore the lush, enchanting wilderness of northern...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$14
The Escape Game at Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance

The Escape Game Torrance features 6 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag …More

The Escape Game Torrance features 6 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$43
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

The Escape Game Milpitas features 6 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag …More

The Escape Game Milpitas features 6 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$42
60 Minute Adventures - The Escape Game at The Galleria

This escape room features 5 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag across …More

This escape room features 5 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag across...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$43
Bus & Boat Adventure

Unlimited Hop on Hop off usage for 2 days 17 stops on the Official City Tour 5 stops on the Painted Ladies Tour See all …More

Unlimited Hop on Hop off usage for 2 days 17 stops on the Official City Tour 5 stops on the Painted Ladies Tour See all...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco

We begin the day at Armstrong Woods, where you will walk among the oldest and largest trees on the planet. The park has 1500 year …More

We begin the day at Armstrong Woods, where you will walk among the oldest and largest trees on the planet. The park has 1500 year...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$119
Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food …More

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (108)
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$170
LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour With 6 Food Tastings

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a …More

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
3-Winery Santa Ynez Tour with Lunch & Tastings from Santa Barbara

Get ready to sip, savor, and strut through Santa Ynez Valley with Grapeline—a wine tour as bold as your favorite Cab and smooth as a …More

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Get ready to sip, savor, and strut through Santa Ynez Valley with Grapeline—a wine tour as bold as your favorite Cab and smooth as a...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (89)
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$239
Private Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this …More

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$499
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Experienced local guides take you on an unforgettable Santa Barbara kayak tour spotlighting one of California's most thriving marine regions. Learn about Santa Barbara’s natural history and …More

Experienced local guides take you on an unforgettable Santa Barbara kayak tour spotlighting one of California's most thriving marine regions. Learn about Santa Barbara’s natural history and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
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