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Semi Private Yosemite Tour with Ahwahnee Lunch and Hotel Pickup

Private Tour is too expensive and Bus Group tours are not very personal. This is a perfect tour for you. Usually there will be only …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.8 (119)

Semi Private Yosemite Tour with Ahwahnee Lunch and Hotel Pickup

Private Tour is too expensive and Bus Group tours are not very personal. This is a perfect tour for you. Usually there will be only...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (119)

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$250

Full-Day Napa Winery E-Bike Tour (with Picnic Lunch)

Experience the beauty of Napa Valley with all five senses on a guided bike tour visiting two local wineries. On the Full-Day Electric Bike Tour, you'll …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (115)

Full-Day Napa Winery E-Bike Tour (with Picnic Lunch)

Experience the beauty of Napa Valley with all five senses on a guided bike tour visiting two local wineries. On the Full-Day Electric Bike Tour, you'll...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (115)

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$214

Napa Valley's Best Wine Tour w/ Local Expert

A tour curated by lifetime locals that work in the industry, with insider access to hidden wineries, boutique brands and incredible properties. Every tour is …More

Santa Rosa, USA

5.0 (115)

Napa Valley's Best Wine Tour w/ Local Expert

A tour curated by lifetime locals that work in the industry, with insider access to hidden wineries, boutique brands and incredible properties. Every tour is...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (115)

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$1,300

The full day tour will allow you to have a better understanding of the different parts of the city. From the Griffith Park to the …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (102)

Los Angeles Full Day Private Tour

The full day tour will allow you to have a better understanding of the different parts of the city. From the Griffith Park to the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (102)

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$799

San Diego to Temecula - Wine Country tour plus Old Town Temecula

Departing San Diego our tour incorporates a visit to historic Old Town Temecula and an American Viticulture Area (AVA), the Temecula Wine Country. Our guest-focused …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (102)

San Diego to Temecula - Wine Country tour plus Old Town Temecula

Departing San Diego our tour incorporates a visit to historic Old Town Temecula and an American Viticulture Area (AVA), the Temecula Wine Country. Our guest-focused...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (102)

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$259

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a SUV with Experienced Guide

We invite you to spend a day in Los Angeles with our energetic and charismatic tour guide on a private tour in EV SUV which …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (100)

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a SUV with Experienced Guide

We invite you to spend a day in Los Angeles with our energetic and charismatic tour guide on a private tour in EV SUV which...

4 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (100)

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$880

Napa and Sonoma Private Wine Tasting Tour and Luxury Car Service

Relax with this full-day tour to California’s celebrated wine regions! Discover Napa and Sonoma valleys, the heart of northern California’s wine country! Visit the most …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (99)

Napa and Sonoma Private Wine Tasting Tour and Luxury Car Service

Relax with this full-day tour to California’s celebrated wine regions! Discover Napa and Sonoma valleys, the heart of northern California’s wine country! Visit the most...

6 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (99)

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$699

See Yosemite National Park on an outing that combines short easy hikes with outdoor education–great for children and adults alike! Spend quality time with your …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.9 (94)

Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

See Yosemite National Park on an outing that combines short easy hikes with outdoor education–great for children and adults alike! Spend quality time with your...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (94)

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$211

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

Santa Barbara, USA

4.8 (89)

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...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (89)

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$239

This tour is perfect to discover the highlights of Los Angeles within 5 hours. You'll be able to see the famous landmarks and have a …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (88)

Los Angeles Half Day Private Tour

This tour is perfect to discover the highlights of Los Angeles within 5 hours. You'll be able to see the famous landmarks and have a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (88)

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$599

6 Hour Private Customized Wine Tour up to 7 Guests Napa & Sonoma

Your local connection for off-the-beaten path & lesser known wineries - I custom design every tour to your wine preferences. My goal is to provide …More

Santa Rosa, USA

5.0 (87)

6 Hour Private Customized Wine Tour up to 7 Guests Napa & Sonoma

Your local connection for off-the-beaten path & lesser known wineries - I custom design every tour to your wine preferences. My goal is to provide...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (87)

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$585

Los Angeles Highlights Full-Day Guided Tour

Join our Highlights Tour for an insider's view of America's most glamorous city! Unlike other tours we keep our groups private and under 15 people …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (86)

Los Angeles Highlights Full-Day Guided Tour

Join our Highlights Tour for an insider's view of America's most glamorous city! Unlike other tours we keep our groups private and under 15 people...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (86)

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$269

Wine Tour Pros - Wine Tour and Transportation: 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

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (84)

Wine Tour Pros - Wine Tour and Transportation: 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

5.0 (84)

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$899

Joshua Tree National Park Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour

Discover Joshua Tree National Park on this amazing 4 hour adventure tour. Explore surreal landscapes as you walk by mesmerizing granite rock formations and go …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (83)

Joshua Tree National Park Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour

Discover Joshua Tree National Park on this amazing 4 hour adventure tour. Explore surreal landscapes as you walk by mesmerizing granite rock formations and go...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (83)

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$550

6-hour Private Luxury SUV Wine Tour in Napa Or Sonoma Valley

"Explore Napa or Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose the wineries yourself or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (81)

6-hour Private Luxury SUV Wine Tour in Napa Or Sonoma Valley

"Explore Napa or Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose the wineries yourself or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (81)

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$450

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

INCLUDED in your fully-guided 4.5 hour San Diego Winery tasting adventure - Transportation (4 convenient meeting/drop off locations). Groups of 5+ can choose their home/hotel …More

La Jolla, USA

4.9 (80)

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

INCLUDED in your fully-guided 4.5 hour San Diego Winery tasting adventure - Transportation (4 convenient meeting/drop off locations). Groups of 5+ can choose their home/hotel...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (80)

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$221

Your experienced local guide will pick you up for a scenic drive and an unforgettable walking tour through Yosemite Valley in the heart of Yosemite …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.8 (77)

Yosemite Valley Discovery Walk

Your experienced local guide will pick you up for a scenic drive and an unforgettable walking tour through Yosemite Valley in the heart of Yosemite...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (77)

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$180

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

Ready for a day of iconic sights, towering trees, and coastal charm? Hop aboard our comfy transportation for a small-group adventure through San Francisco’s coolest …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (76)

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

Ready for a day of iconic sights, towering trees, and coastal charm? Hop aboard our comfy transportation for a small-group adventure through San Francisco’s coolest...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (76)

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$79

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

Prepare for an Extraordinary Yosemite Adventure Embark on an extraordinary day of discovery with our exclusive private Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoias & Glacier Point …More

Oakland, USA

5.0 (76)

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

Prepare for an Extraordinary Yosemite Adventure Embark on an extraordinary day of discovery with our exclusive private Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoias & Glacier Point...

14 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (76)

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$1,200

Enjoy an overview of San Diego's top sights and the stunning northern coastline on a full-day tour by a luxury vehicle that includes Coronado, the …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (75)

The San Diego Highlights Tour

Enjoy an overview of San Diego's top sights and the stunning northern coastline on a full-day tour by a luxury vehicle that includes Coronado, the...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (75)

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$229

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?

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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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