Top California Day Trips & Excursions

Q: Which California Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

California Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More Full-Day LA Tour: Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills Napa Valley Small Group Winery Tour Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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 Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

Full Day Private Tour of Santa Barbara - 10 Hours

Our private, 10-hour Santa Barbara tour begins in LA and transports your private party (up to 13) to four of the most popular destinations in …More

Santa Monica, USA

Full Day Private Tour of Santa Barbara - 10 Hours

Our private, 10-hour Santa Barbara tour begins in LA and transports your private party (up to 13) to four of the most popular destinations in...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,350

8-Hour Napa Valley Private Charter From San Francisco

This trip is ideal for travelers seeking exclusive and personal unstructured experience for up to six. Between the visits a stop will be made for …More

San Francisco, USA

8-Hour Napa Valley Private Charter From San Francisco

This trip is ideal for travelers seeking exclusive and personal unstructured experience for up to six. Between the visits a stop will be made for...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,080

Private California Birding Photography Full DayTour

If you love birds, birdwatching, and wildlife photography, this tour is perfect for you. Did you know that California tops eBird's list for having the …More

Newport Beach, USA

Private California Birding Photography Full DayTour

If you love birds, birdwatching, and wildlife photography, this tour is perfect for you. Did you know that California tops eBird's list for having the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,100

Each tour is very different & customized to your taste. Once the day is booked I will have a lot of questions about your past …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

Private Wine Tour of Napa Valley

Each tour is very different & customized to your taste. Once the day is booked I will have a lot of questions about your past...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$2,500

Lake Tahoe Private Tour from San Francisco and Bay Area

We take pride in ensuring a seamless journey for every traveler. Our meticulous process covers each step with care, so you can relax and enjoy …More

San Francisco, USA

Lake Tahoe Private Tour from San Francisco and Bay Area

We take pride in ensuring a seamless journey for every traveler. Our meticulous process covers each step with care, so you can relax and enjoy...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,335

Avenue of the Giant Redwood Private 1 day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the breathtaking Avenue of the Giants Redwoods in a single day from San Francisco. Embark on an exclusive journey to the Kingdom of the …More

San Francisco, USA

Avenue of the Giant Redwood Private 1 day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the breathtaking Avenue of the Giants Redwoods in a single day from San Francisco. Embark on an exclusive journey to the Kingdom of the...

12 hours

from
$348

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

Healdsburg, USA

Bodega Bay Sunset Tour

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

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,100

Lake Tahoe Full Day Private Tour from San Jose

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing …More

San Jose, USA

Lake Tahoe Full Day Private Tour from San Jose

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,135

Private Enchanted Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from Cupertino

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to California's famous wine country on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Tour and taste wine …More

San Jose, USA

Private Enchanted Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from Cupertino

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to California's famous wine country on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Tour and taste wine...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,050

Private Tour of Monterey Carmel and 17 Mile Drive

Escape the bustling city of San Francisco on an exclusive 10-hour journey through California’s breathtaking Pacific Coast. Enjoy the comfort of a private car and …More

San Francisco, USA

Private Tour of Monterey Carmel and 17 Mile Drive

Escape the bustling city of San Francisco on an exclusive 10-hour journey through California’s breathtaking Pacific Coast. Enjoy the comfort of a private car and...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$248

Private Day Tour to Yosemite National Park

Take one day our of your schedule and visit the National Park of Yosemite. If you are nature lover you cannot miss this private tour …More

San Francisco, USA

Private Day Tour to Yosemite National Park

Take one day our of your schedule and visit the National Park of Yosemite. If you are nature lover you cannot miss this private tour...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered

from
$395

6 Hour Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter With Captain

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

6 Hour Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter With Captain

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,929

5 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

5 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours...

5 hours Free Cancellation

from
$1,624

Private Muir Woods Tour Via Luxury Tesla

Enjoy a private guided tour in exclusive Tesla Model X from San Francisco to Muir Woods National Monument, home to towering Coastal Redwoods. Begin with …More

San Francisco, USA

Private Muir Woods Tour Via Luxury Tesla

Enjoy a private guided tour in exclusive Tesla Model X from San Francisco to Muir Woods National Monument, home to towering Coastal Redwoods. Begin with...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

from
$1,249

Big Sur Private Tour from San Francisco Round or One Way 1-12 pax

You can go at your own pace and spend as much time as you like with a private charter with a chauffeured S U V …More

San Francisco, USA

Big Sur Private Tour from San Francisco Round or One Way 1-12 pax

You can go at your own pace and spend as much time as you like with a private charter with a chauffeured S U V...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$175

Silicon Valley Private Tour by Luxury Tesla from San Francisco

Discover the heart of global technology on this exclusive private tour of Silicon Valley, traveling in a Tesla Model X, designed and built right here. …More

San Francisco, USA

Silicon Valley Private Tour by Luxury Tesla from San Francisco

Discover the heart of global technology on this exclusive private tour of Silicon Valley, traveling in a Tesla Model X, designed and built right here....

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

from
$1,299

Grand Canyon National Park Flight and Guided Tour

Skip the long drive and take flight on an unforgettable day trip from San Diego to Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. In just under …More

Carlsbad, USA

Grand Canyon National Park Flight and Guided Tour

Skip the long drive and take flight on an unforgettable day trip from San Diego to Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. In just under...

7 hours Free Cancellation

from
$1,499

Private 1-Day Tour to Hoover Dam and Las Vegas from Los Angeles

Embark on an unforgettable adventure by booking our exciting tour that takes you to the awe-inspiring Hoover Dam and the vibrant, energetic city of Las …More

Los Angeles, USA

Private 1-Day Tour to Hoover Dam and Las Vegas from Los Angeles

Embark on an unforgettable adventure by booking our exciting tour that takes you to the awe-inspiring Hoover Dam and the vibrant, energetic city of Las...

17 to 18 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,390

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour 5 Hours of Natural Beauty

Discover the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods and the charming waterfront of Sausalito on this 5-hour tour. Walk among ancient trees that tower above, then …More

San Francisco, USA

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour 5 Hours of Natural Beauty

Discover the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods and the charming waterfront of Sausalito on this 5-hour tour. Walk among ancient trees that tower above, then...

5 hours Free Cancellation

from
$1,200

Experience Californias beautiful Central Coast a full day tour to Monterey and Carmel by the Sea.Travel along the scenic coastal routes, explore historic Cannery Row, …More

San Francisco, USA

Monterey and Carmel Tour

Experience Californias beautiful Central Coast a full day tour to Monterey and Carmel by the Sea.Travel along the scenic coastal routes, explore historic Cannery Row,...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

from
$1,250

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

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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I need a ride! Which California Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup:

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