Top California Bus & Minivan Tours

Q: Which California Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include: San Francisco’s Full city 2 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour Cow Heaven: An Agricultural Self-Guided Driving Tour Joshua Tree NP Self Guided Audio Driving Tour West Entrance Start Self-Guided Driving Tour from Lake Tahoe to Virginia City Carmel by the Sea: A Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Bus & Minivan Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup: Los Angeles Private Transfer to or from Universal Studios Los Angeles Private 4 Hour Driving Tour Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour The Ultimate Venice Beach Experience View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more California trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked California Tours. Top 10 California 2026 Senior-friendly tours California The best tours and activities for culture lovers in California Top Day Trips from California Things to do in California this summer View all California Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in California →

Northern California: Self-Guided Gold Rush Towns Driving Tour

Explore the heart of the California Gold Rush on this self-guided driving tour through the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills. Starting at the Northstar Mining Museum, …More

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Northern California: Self-Guided Gold Rush Towns Driving Tour

Explore the heart of the California Gold Rush on this self-guided driving tour through the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills. Starting at the Northstar Mining Museum,...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation

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Journey into Joshua Tree Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore Joshua Tree National Park in your own car with GPS-triggered audio that plays automatically as you drive—even without cell service. Start from either the …More

Palm Springs, USA

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Journey into Joshua Tree Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore Joshua Tree National Park in your own car with GPS-triggered audio that plays automatically as you drive—even without cell service. Start from either the...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with guide

Join a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's city sightseeing Locations and landmarks explore places like Pier 35, the Palace of Fine Arts and Union …More

San Francisco, USA

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San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with guide

Join a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's city sightseeing Locations and landmarks explore places like Pier 35, the Palace of Fine Arts and Union...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Death Valley is one of America’s most evocative national parks, with desolate desert landscapes, dramatic mountain ranges, and of course, the lowest point in North …More

Palm Springs, USA

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Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Death Valley is one of America’s most evocative national parks, with desolate desert landscapes, dramatic mountain ranges, and of course, the lowest point in North...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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Redwood National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Experience the towering majesty of Redwoods National Park with our captivating audio tour! Wander through ancient groves of the world’s tallest trees, explore scenic trails, …More

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Redwood National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Experience the towering majesty of Redwoods National Park with our captivating audio tour! Wander through ancient groves of the world’s tallest trees, explore scenic trails,...

13 to 14 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play …More

Reno, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Yosemite National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Drive through Yosemite’s stunning landscapes at your own pace. Watch waterfalls explode over cliffs, walk under giant sequoia trees, and gaze up at tall granite …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

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Yosemite National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Drive through Yosemite’s stunning landscapes at your own pace. Watch waterfalls explode over cliffs, walk under giant sequoia trees, and gaze up at tall granite...

10 to 14 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley and uncover the rich history, stunning vineyards, and timeless charm of this world-renowned wine region. …More

Santa Rosa, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley and uncover the rich history, stunning vineyards, and timeless charm of this world-renowned wine region....

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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Discover the unparalleled beauty of Lake Tahoe with Shaka Guide's audio tour. Immerse yourself in stunning views and rich history as you explore both the …More

Reno, USA

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Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Lake Tahoe with Shaka Guide's audio tour. Immerse yourself in stunning views and rich history as you explore both the...

12 to 15 hours Free Cancellation

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover the geothermal wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with our exciting audio tour! Explore bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and the park’s majestic volcanic …More

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover the geothermal wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with our exciting audio tour! Explore bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and the park’s majestic volcanic...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Palm Springs

Download GuideAlong's Palm Springs audio tour for a guided drive through the desert oasis’s star-studded legacy. This half-day drive leads visitors past the estates of …More

Palm Springs, USA

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Palm Springs

Download GuideAlong's Palm Springs audio tour for a guided drive through the desert oasis’s star-studded legacy. This half-day drive leads visitors past the estates of...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour

On our tour you will learn about Hollywood, see dozens of celebrity homes, and hear history and the true stories of Hollywood and Beverly Hills. …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour

On our tour you will learn about Hollywood, see dozens of celebrity homes, and hear history and the true stories of Hollywood and Beverly Hills. ...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Joshua Tree National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and …More

Palm Springs, USA

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Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Joshua Tree National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and...

15 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Yosemite road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Yosemite road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Redwood National and State Park

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Redwood National and State Parks to make the most of your drive exploring these ancient redwoods. Wander through some …More

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Redwood National and State Park

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Redwood National and State Parks to make the most of your drive exploring these ancient redwoods. Wander through some...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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A Local’s Guide to San Diego’s Sights: A GPS Self-Guided Drive

Designed by a pair of lifelong California residents with a passion for the region’s hidden history, this immersive audio tour transforms your vehicle into a …More

San Diego, USA

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A Local’s Guide to San Diego’s Sights: A GPS Self-Guided Drive

Designed by a pair of lifelong California residents with a passion for the region’s hidden history, this immersive audio tour transforms your vehicle into a...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Point Reyes National Seashore

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Point Reyes National Seashore to explore its rugged coastline, pristine landscapes, and ecological diversity. Visit the iconic Point Reyes …More

San Francisco, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Point Reyes National Seashore

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Point Reyes National Seashore to explore its rugged coastline, pristine landscapes, and ecological diversity. Visit the iconic Point Reyes...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Death Valley National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and …More

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Death Valley National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for California Bus & Minivan Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Bus & Minivan Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Bus & Minivan Tours are:

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Which California Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Bus & Minivan Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Bus & Minivan Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which California Bus & Minivan Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?