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Discover San Francisco in the Most Unique Way – with a GPS-Guided Storytelling Car Tour! Experience the ultimate San Francisco sightseeing adventure with the first-ever …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (870)

GoCar San Francisco Tour

Discover San Francisco in the Most Unique Way – with a GPS-Guided Storytelling Car Tour! Experience the ultimate San Francisco sightseeing adventure with the first-ever...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (870)

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$99

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the rugged, mystical beauty of Joshua Tree National Park with this narrated driving …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.6 (791)

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the rugged, mystical beauty of Joshua Tree National Park with this narrated driving...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (791)

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$14

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (735)

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey...

15 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (735)

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$209

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

4.7 (649)

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

4.7 (649)

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$18

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (604)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (604)

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$99

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (600)

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (600)

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$84

Best of SF: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences. …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (581)

Best of SF: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences....

2 days

4.5 (581)

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$120

Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island …More

San Diego, USA

4.7 (580)

San Diego Scenic Tour

Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (580)

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$92

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights. Tour …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (575)

San Francisco Grand City Tour

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights. Tour...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (575)

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$69

Spectacular canyons, a scenic coastline, and an unspoiled countryside alive with native plants and wildlife will take your breath away on this two-hour guided eco-land …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.4 (509)

Catalina Summit and Bison Safari

Spectacular canyons, a scenic coastline, and an unspoiled countryside alive with native plants and wildlife will take your breath away on this two-hour guided eco-land...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (509)

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$89

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone can listen together! Explore Lake Tahoe’s dazzlingly blue waters and stunning mountainous backdrop with this self-guided …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.5 (493)

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone can listen together! Explore Lake Tahoe’s dazzlingly blue waters and stunning mountainous backdrop with this self-guided...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (493)

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$14

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (478)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (478)

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$133

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Experience the Yosemite tour voted in the top 10 multi-day tours on Cool Shore Excursions! We are also the 'Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco' …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (431)

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Experience the Yosemite tour voted in the top 10 multi-day tours on Cool Shore Excursions! We are also the 'Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco'...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (431)

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$629

A post office that doesn’t deliver? A house that used to be a boat? A bird park without any birds? It’s all part of the …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.7 (364)

Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

A post office that doesn’t deliver? A house that used to be a boat? A bird park without any birds? It’s all part of the...

50 minutes

4.7 (364)

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$31

Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

Epic San Francisco Experience! Begin with a thrilling guided bus tour across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering stunning views of the bay. Or grab …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (350)

Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

Epic San Francisco Experience! Begin with a thrilling guided bus tour across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering stunning views of the bay. Or grab...

2 to 4 hours

4.7 (350)

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$86

Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach, San Pedro, or LAX Airport areas? Then this tour is for you. This is your chance to see the best of …More

Long Beach, USA

4.5 (343)

Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach, San Pedro, or LAX Airport areas? Then this tour is for you. This is your chance to see the best of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (343)

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$129

Hollywood Stars Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes, Sunset Strip

This is the #1 star tour in Hollywood! See the most famous star homes in the world! You'll drive in the newest, safest tour vans …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.5 (335)

Hollywood Stars Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes, Sunset Strip

This is the #1 star tour in Hollywood! See the most famous star homes in the world! You'll drive in the newest, safest tour vans...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (335)

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$30

San Francisco Afternoon City Tour Small-Group Half-Day

Enjoy a glimpse into the culture and diversity of San Francisco's many districts with a comprehensive panoramic tour of the city. See the contrast between …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (335)

San Francisco Afternoon City Tour Small-Group Half-Day

Enjoy a glimpse into the culture and diversity of San Francisco's many districts with a comprehensive panoramic tour of the city. See the contrast between...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (335)

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$79

Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

Enjoy the city's sights by night. Beginning at Fisherman's Wharf, our Night Tour of San Francisco takes you through the evening vibrance of the Embarcadero, Fisherman's …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (334)

Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

Enjoy the city's sights by night. Beginning at Fisherman's Wharf, our Night Tour of San Francisco takes you through the evening vibrance of the Embarcadero, Fisherman's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.4 (334)

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$45

Palm Springs Celebrity 2 Hour Grand Tour

Our award winning tour guides will take you on an experience you will never forget. With 8 straight Cool Shore Excursions "Certificate of Excellence" awards, …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.6 (315)

Palm Springs Celebrity 2 Hour Grand Tour

Our award winning tour guides will take you on an experience you will never forget. With 8 straight Cool Shore Excursions "Certificate of Excellence" awards,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (315)

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$125

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?

California Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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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:

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

No problem. These California Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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