Top California Day Trips & Excursions

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

California Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets Discover Yosemite National Park: A Self-Guided Tour Continental US Train Zephyr Adventure CA -CO - Il Sequoia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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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 Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in California →

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

5.0 (4)

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

5.0 (4)

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$155

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore California’s top wineries on a luxurious full-day tour. Visit famous wineries in Napa & Sonoma, enjoy tastings, a …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (4,323)

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore California’s top wineries on a luxurious full-day tour. Visit famous wineries in Napa & Sonoma, enjoy tastings, a...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (4,323)

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$157

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (1,116)

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van...

7 to 8 hours

4.7 (1,116)

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$159

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

If you really want to experience Tijuana like a local, this six hour cultural driving tour is for you! Experience the real charm of the …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (41)

Tijuana Cultural Private Day Tour

If you really want to experience Tijuana like a local, this six hour cultural driving tour is for you! Experience the real charm of the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (41)

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$159

LA Shore Excursion Best of City Tour from San Pedro Port

Cruise Passenger-Friendly – Direct Port Pick-Up at San Pedro Drop off at LAX is available. Free luggage holding. Pick up at 8 AM and 12 …More

Long Beach, USA

5.0 (6)

LA Shore Excursion Best of City Tour from San Pedro Port

Cruise Passenger-Friendly – Direct Port Pick-Up at San Pedro Drop off at LAX is available. Free luggage holding. Pick up at 8 AM and 12...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$159

Self Guided Full Day E-bike Rental With Picnic Lunch

FREE $300 of complimentary wine tastings with your rental. Our ebikes make your self guided tour of the napa valley an unforgettable experience. Cruise past …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.0 (7)

Self Guided Full Day E-bike Rental With Picnic Lunch

FREE $300 of complimentary wine tastings with your rental. Our ebikes make your self guided tour of the napa valley an unforgettable experience. Cruise past...

3 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (7)

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$159

San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket and Muir Woods Tour

Experience two of San Francisco’s must-see attractions with one convenient package combining Muir Woods National Monument and Alcatraz Island. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (3)

San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket and Muir Woods Tour

Experience two of San Francisco’s must-see attractions with one convenient package combining Muir Woods National Monument and Alcatraz Island. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on...

3 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$160

San Francisco to Yosemite One-Way Transfer

If you are needing a more flexible itinerary to experience the wild, natural beauty of Yosemite National Park this is the tour for you. This …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (26)

San Francisco to Yosemite One-Way Transfer

If you are needing a more flexible itinerary to experience the wild, natural beauty of Yosemite National Park this is the tour for you. This...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (26)

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$164

Paso Robles 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch and Tastings

Ready for a wine day in Paso Robles that actually lives up to the hype? This is your all-in, no-stress kind of adventure. You’ll visit …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

5.0 (3)

Paso Robles 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch and Tastings

Ready for a wine day in Paso Robles that actually lives up to the hype? This is your all-in, no-stress kind of adventure. You’ll visit...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$164

Los Angeles Latin Food and Culture Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (9)

Los Angeles Latin Food and Culture Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (9)

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$165

LA Tour: Downtown, Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, Farmer's Market

Dive into the life of Los Angeles on this comprehensive guided tour. Discover the best landmarks and visit sights without a hassle. Following your enthusiastic …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (4)

LA Tour: Downtown, Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, Farmer's Market

Dive into the life of Los Angeles on this comprehensive guided tour. Discover the best landmarks and visit sights without a hassle. Following your enthusiastic...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$168

Combo Small-Group Tour: SF City plus Muir Woods & Sausalito

This combo tour consists of 2 parts: A tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito and San Francisco City tour. Two different tours are run by …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (122)

Combo Small-Group Tour: SF City plus Muir Woods & Sausalito

This combo tour consists of 2 parts: A tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito and San Francisco City tour. Two different tours are run by...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (122)

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$169

3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

Get ready for a wine-filled adventure through Paso Robles that’s as fun as it is unforgettable! Visit three top wineries, sip on award-winning wines (tasting …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

4.9 (177)

3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

Get ready for a wine-filled adventure through Paso Robles that’s as fun as it is unforgettable! Visit three top wineries, sip on award-winning wines (tasting...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (177)

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$169

Private Full-Day San Francisco City Tour + Muir Woods 7 hr, Max 6

Muir Woods in the morning and City Tour in the afternoon In the Morning: Start in Fisherman's Wharf then over the Golden Gate Bridge North …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (17)

Private Full-Day San Francisco City Tour + Muir Woods 7 hr, Max 6

Muir Woods in the morning and City Tour in the afternoon In the Morning: Start in Fisherman's Wharf then over the Golden Gate Bridge North...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (17)

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$169

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

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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

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Experience Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country in a truly immersive way. Pedal comfortably on a Rad Power E-bike or challenge yourself on the hills with …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (142)

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Experience Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country in a truly immersive way. Pedal comfortably on a Rad Power E-bike or challenge yourself on the hills with...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (142)

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$175

Wine Country Farm to Table Bike Tour w/Lunch

Daily guided wine country bicycle tours include local professional cycling tour guide, locally-sourced farm-to-table picnic lunch, wine & olive oil tasting, as well as bike …More

4.9 (34)

Wine Country Farm to Table Bike Tour w/Lunch

Daily guided wine country bicycle tours include local professional cycling tour guide, locally-sourced farm-to-table picnic lunch, wine & olive oil tasting, as well as bike...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (34)

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$175

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

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$175

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park aboard an open-air military Hummer. Journey through rugged desert terrain, discover hidden oases, and marvel at …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (480)

Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park aboard an open-air military Hummer. Journey through rugged desert terrain, discover hidden oases, and marvel at...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (480)

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$179

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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?

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