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San Diego Tour, Top Gun Bar, Miramar, Charlies House & More

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will …More

San Diego, USA

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San Diego Tour, Top Gun Bar, Miramar, Charlies House & More

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$479

San Francisco Bay Cruise, Muir Woods and Sausalito Combo Tour

Two Great Activities in One Day! Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from SF across Golden Gate Bridge! Stop at the Bridge to …More

San Francisco, USA

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San Francisco Bay Cruise, Muir Woods and Sausalito Combo Tour

Two Great Activities in One Day! Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from SF across Golden Gate Bridge! Stop at the Bridge to...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

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$134

The city of Los Angeles offers tons of attractions, LA is the largest city in the US and the most exciting tourist destination, this amazing …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Los Angeles Private Full-Day Tour

The city of Los Angeles offers tons of attractions, LA is the largest city in the US and the most exciting tourist destination, this amazing...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$975

Winery and Vineyard Transportation in Executive Style Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

You will be traveling in a new model Mercedes-Benz Executive Sprinter through Napa Valley with your private group. This is a private service, you will …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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Winery and Vineyard Transportation in Executive Style Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

You will be traveling in a new model Mercedes-Benz Executive Sprinter through Napa Valley with your private group. This is a private service, you will...

6 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,140

Private Tour of California's Central Coast (San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Cambria)

- Your Tour Will Be Customized for Your Interests and Group Dynamics. - Ask Questions and Send Requests by Call, Text, Email, Facebook, or WhatsApp, …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

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Private Tour of California's Central Coast (San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Cambria)

- Your Tour Will Be Customized for Your Interests and Group Dynamics. - Ask Questions and Send Requests by Call, Text, Email, Facebook, or WhatsApp,...

300 to 315 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

The Private San Diego Highlights Tour introduces our guests to a private VIP guided experience that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. No other …More

San Diego, USA

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The Private San Diego Highlights Tour

The Private San Diego Highlights Tour introduces our guests to a private VIP guided experience that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. No other...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$349

Napa Valley Mountainside Small Group Winery Tour

Join us on a day-long, small-group wine tour of Charming Hideaway Mountainside wineries in Napa! You’ll visit two wineries tucked away in the hills above …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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Napa Valley Mountainside Small Group Winery Tour

Join us on a day-long, small-group wine tour of Charming Hideaway Mountainside wineries in Napa! You’ll visit two wineries tucked away in the hills above...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$151

DIscover ‘America’s Finest City’ Cozy beach towns, an origin story and incredible wildlife! San Diego offers miles of sandy shores lined with beach towns along …More

Laguna Beach, USA

5.0 (5)

San Diego Highlights Private Tour

DIscover ‘America’s Finest City’ Cozy beach towns, an origin story and incredible wildlife! San Diego offers miles of sandy shores lined with beach towns along...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$195

Los Angeles Highlights Private Tour from Orange County Hotels

Experience the Glamour, Icons, and Legends of Hollywood on this must-see Los Angeles adventure! Step into the heart of the entertainment world. Walk the Hollywood …More

Long Beach, USA

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Los Angeles Highlights Private Tour from Orange County Hotels

Experience the Glamour, Icons, and Legends of Hollywood on this must-see Los Angeles adventure! Step into the heart of the entertainment world. Walk the Hollywood...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$599

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

4.8 (5)

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

4.8 (5)

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$17

Full-Day Private Orange County Coastal Tour from Anaheim

Come enjoy all the highlights of ORANGE COUNTY’S BEACH CITIES with our local and experienced guides. Our adventure starts with a drive from your hotel …More

Anaheim & Buena Park, USA

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Full-Day Private Orange County Coastal Tour from Anaheim

Come enjoy all the highlights of ORANGE COUNTY’S BEACH CITIES with our local and experienced guides. Our adventure starts with a drive from your hotel...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$113

Private Guided Snowshoe Hike in Yosemite

Explore the winter trails of Yosemite on a snowshoe hike for a truly memorable experience in this pristine wilderness! With easy-to-follow techniques and snowshoe gear …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

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Private Guided Snowshoe Hike in Yosemite

Explore the winter trails of Yosemite on a snowshoe hike for a truly memorable experience in this pristine wilderness! With easy-to-follow techniques and snowshoe gear...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$211

Grand Mexico Wine Country Tour from San Diego

Mexican greatest wine countries are in Baja, Valle de Guadalupe is of the most the best place to go and taste great Mexican Wine. …More

San Diego, USA

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Grand Mexico Wine Country Tour from San Diego

Mexican greatest wine countries are in Baja, Valle de Guadalupe is of the most the best place to go and taste great Mexican Wine....

7 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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$323

Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour with Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

Experience San Francisco Bay’s stunning waterfront as you pedal across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco to Sausalito. Join our fun and knowledgeable …More

San Francisco, USA

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour with Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

Experience San Francisco Bay’s stunning waterfront as you pedal across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco to Sausalito. Join our fun and knowledgeable...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$209

Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private

You will learn the history of San Francisco and the Bay Area, why Silicon Valley is here, and how it started. We will pick you …More

San Francisco, USA

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Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private

You will learn the history of San Francisco and the Bay Area, why Silicon Valley is here, and how it started. We will pick you...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,099

SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour

You’ll learn the history of San Francisco Bay Area and the World’s First Technopark. We will bring you there in our comfortable limo. Visit the …More

San Francisco, USA

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SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour

You’ll learn the history of San Francisco Bay Area and the World’s First Technopark. We will bring you there in our comfortable limo. Visit the...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$899

Wine Tour Pros - Napa Wine Tour: SUV Up To 6 Guests

Privately Driven Wine Tour Experience! We will welcome you in one of our luxury vehicles with a bottle of bubbles ready to go on your …More

Healdsburg, USA

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Wine Tour Pros - Napa Wine Tour: SUV Up To 6 Guests

Privately Driven Wine Tour Experience! We will welcome you in one of our luxury vehicles with a bottle of bubbles ready to go on your...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$950

Best of Downtown Los Angeles by Luxury E-Bike

From exquisite mosaics and art deco design at the Federal Building and Union Station to historical artifacts at Ávila Adobe, the oldest residence in the …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Best of Downtown Los Angeles by Luxury E-Bike

From exquisite mosaics and art deco design at the Federal Building and Union Station to historical artifacts at Ávila Adobe, the oldest residence in the...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$300

Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience

Exploring Southern California with me isn’t just a tour—it’s an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning scenery, rich culture, and hidden gems only a local can …More

Long Beach, USA

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Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience

Exploring Southern California with me isn’t just a tour—it’s an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning scenery, rich culture, and hidden gems only a local can...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$300

Crawling Craft Brew Tijuana: Tijuana Day Tour from San Diego

For the last years Tijuana has made his mark in the world craft beer scene with his big variety of styles in beers like IPAs, …More

San Diego, USA

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Crawling Craft Brew Tijuana: Tijuana Day Tour from San Diego

For the last years Tijuana has made his mark in the world craft beer scene with his big variety of styles in beers like IPAs,...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$155

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for California Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

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

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Which California Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

California Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which California Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

California Day Trips & Excursions 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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