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 San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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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 →

Premium Valle de Guadalupe Wine and Food Tour

Discover Valle de Guadalupe like a local with Baja Society Tours! Your day starts cruising Baja’s coast with a stop in Rosarito for fresh Baja-style …More

Tijuana, Mexico

5.0 (121)

Premium Valle de Guadalupe Wine and Food Tour

Discover Valle de Guadalupe like a local with Baja Society Tours! Your day starts cruising Baja’s coast with a stop in Rosarito for fresh Baja-style...

12 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (121)

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$259

Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (132)

Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (132)

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$83

Los Angeles Highlights Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles and Hollywood in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from all …More

Long Beach, USA

4.5 (108)

Los Angeles Highlights Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles and Hollywood in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from all...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (108)

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$129

Jeep 4 X 4 Yosemite Park Tour with Hotel Pickup

Convertible 2020 Jeep 4 X 4 Tour of Yosemite - Full-day. Snow or Dirt this gentle monster knows we need to get there. There is …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.9 (130)

Jeep 4 X 4 Yosemite Park Tour with Hotel Pickup

Convertible 2020 Jeep 4 X 4 Tour of Yosemite - Full-day. Snow or Dirt this gentle monster knows we need to get there. There is...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (130)

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$1,295

"Fabulous Private Wine Tour of Napa & Sonoma for 2 to 5 People"

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Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (66)

"Fabulous Private Wine Tour of Napa & Sonoma for 2 to 5 People"

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5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (66)

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$400

Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

Explore two of LA’s top landmarks on this convenient private tour that handles the hassle of transportation and includes a dedicated guide to show you …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (184)

Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

Explore two of LA’s top landmarks on this convenient private tour that handles the hassle of transportation and includes a dedicated guide to show you...

6 hours

4.9 (184)

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$172

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

Sequoia National Park Tour from Wuksachi Lodge

Your company has been providing exceptional Sequoia National Park tours for over 24 years! We’ll take the stress out of navigating the park so you …More

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, USA

5.0 (35)

Sequoia National Park Tour from Wuksachi Lodge

Your company has been providing exceptional Sequoia National Park tours for over 24 years! We’ll take the stress out of navigating the park so you...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (35)

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$299

This Coastal Adventure Tour includes Hotel pickup and return. Orange County's best Coastal Sightseeing Tour and photo locations and activities along PCH including the OC …More

Laguna Beach, USA

4.8 (39)

Orange County Coastal Sightseeing Tour

This Coastal Adventure Tour includes Hotel pickup and return. Orange County's best Coastal Sightseeing Tour and photo locations and activities along PCH including the OC...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (39)

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$154

Full Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Leave San Francisco behind for a day of wine, scenery, and discovery. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and journey north to two of the world’s …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (251)

Full Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Leave San Francisco behind for a day of wine, scenery, and discovery. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and journey north to two of the world’s...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (251)

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$140

Bundle: Muir Woods & Napa Wine Tasting in 1 Day

The best of The Bay in one great tour. Enjoy a beautiful drive over the Golden Gate Bridge and through the Marin Headlands on your …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (273)

Bundle: Muir Woods & Napa Wine Tasting in 1 Day

The best of The Bay in one great tour. Enjoy a beautiful drive over the Golden Gate Bridge and through the Marin Headlands on your...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (273)

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$189

Classic Convertible Car Tour of Los Angeles

We invite you to spend a day in Los Angeles on a private tour in a beautiful 1970s classic convertible car with one of our …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (136)

Classic Convertible Car Tour of Los Angeles

We invite you to spend a day in Los Angeles on a private tour in a beautiful 1970s classic convertible car with one of our...

4 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (136)

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$1,000

Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Sonoma Valley wine country! You’ll visit three charming, back roads wineries and be served …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (177)

Sonoma Valley Small Group Winery Tour

Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Sonoma Valley wine country! You’ll visit three charming, back roads wineries and be served...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (177)

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$151

Private Wine Country Tour Including Photography Services

Our passion is creating Wine Country experiences you'll remember for a lifetime! Perfect for those wanting an idyllic Wine Country day...Couples, small groups, clients, newlyweds, …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (38)

Private Wine Country Tour Including Photography Services

Our passion is creating Wine Country experiences you'll remember for a lifetime! Perfect for those wanting an idyllic Wine Country day...Couples, small groups, clients, newlyweds,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$750

This is a great way to get an overview of Kings Canyon National Park and see all of the iconic sites in a small guided …More

Fresno, USA

4.8 (17)

Day Tour to Kings Canyon National Park

This is a great way to get an overview of Kings Canyon National Park and see all of the iconic sites in a small guided...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (17)

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$300

Alcatraz Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Combo Tour

Two most popular destinations in one day! At 8 AM, Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (24)

Alcatraz Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Combo Tour

Two most popular destinations in one day! At 8 AM, Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (24)

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$159

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 (82)

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 (82)

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$550

Joshua Tree National Park Sightseeing Adventure Tour

See the best areas of Joshua Tree National Park in this unforgettable 4 hour sightseeing adventure. Experience the mesmerizing rocks and boulders as you will …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (186)

Joshua Tree National Park Sightseeing Adventure Tour

See the best areas of Joshua Tree National Park in this unforgettable 4 hour sightseeing adventure. Experience the mesmerizing rocks and boulders as you will...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (186)

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$99

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

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

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?

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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Got any more California trip ideas?

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