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 →

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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 →

Big Sur Monterey and Carmel Tour From San Francisco

From the spectacular rocky ocean waves to the iconic towns, Highway 1 from San Francisco provides an experience you rarely find. This tour combines the …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (52)

Big Sur Monterey and Carmel Tour From San Francisco

From the spectacular rocky ocean waves to the iconic towns, Highway 1 from San Francisco provides an experience you rarely find. This tour combines the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (52)

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$193

5-Hour Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour with 4 Stops

This Amazing 5 Hour Tour was created for visitors who want a combination of Tour and a place to have lunch. This tour offers many …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.8 (25)

5-Hour Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour with 4 Stops

This Amazing 5 Hour Tour was created for visitors who want a combination of Tour and a place to have lunch. This tour offers many...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (25)

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$99

Sonoma and Napa Wine Tour 3 Tastings Included Small-Group Tour

Enjoy an unforgettable day in the heart of California's famous Wine Country. Visit three highly regarded wineries and take a sip during an included wine …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (45)

Sonoma and Napa Wine Tour 3 Tastings Included Small-Group Tour

Enjoy an unforgettable day in the heart of California's famous Wine Country. Visit three highly regarded wineries and take a sip during an included wine...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (45)

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$219

Silicon Valley Tour Private Day Trip from San Francisco

Over the past few decades, Silicon Valley has revolutionized not only global communications but the way our world works, learns, and plays. Get an up-close look …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (16)

Silicon Valley Tour Private Day Trip from San Francisco

Over the past few decades, Silicon Valley has revolutionized not only global communications but the way our world works, learns, and plays. Get an up-close look...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (16)

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$612

Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine 6 hour Tour from San Francisco

Be whisked away by private vehicle to the Napa and Sonoma valleys on a personalized, 6-hour wine tour. You'll benefit from a customizable itinerary, which makes for an …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (15)

Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine 6 hour Tour from San Francisco

Be whisked away by private vehicle to the Napa and Sonoma valleys on a personalized, 6-hour wine tour. You'll benefit from a customizable itinerary, which makes for an...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$612

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

Muir Woods Express with Golden Gate Bridge Visit

This one day excursion gets you two iconic attractions combining Muir Woods visit visit to Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy a hybrid of light driver narration …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (33)

Muir Woods Express with Golden Gate Bridge Visit

This one day excursion gets you two iconic attractions combining Muir Woods visit visit to Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy a hybrid of light driver narration...

4 to 5 hours

5.0 (33)

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$85

Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Experience the harsh beauty of a land like no other: Death Valley. Famed for its record-breaking temperatures, this valley also serves up some sizzling scenery, …More

Death Valley National Park, USA

4.3 (39)

Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Experience the harsh beauty of a land like no other: Death Valley. Famed for its record-breaking temperatures, this valley also serves up some sizzling scenery,...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (39)

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$14

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxury Vehicle

We love to show our guest Los Angeles with all the highlights and hidden gem's to create a unique experience for out guests. Explore the …More

Malibu, USA

4.7 (37)

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxury Vehicle

We love to show our guest Los Angeles with all the highlights and hidden gem's to create a unique experience for out guests. Explore the...

1 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (37)

from
$599

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

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

Embark on a quintessential California road trip with this customizable full-day tour down the Pacific Coastal Highway from San Francisco. See the Big Sur coastline, visit the Monterey Peninsula — famous …More

Sausalito, USA

4.5 (19)

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (19)

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$1,020

8 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 (42)

8 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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (42)

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$675

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

Full-Day Private Los Angeles Tour from Anaheim

Embark on an enchanting LA journey! Downtown landmarks like Disney Concert Hall await. Ascend to Griffith Observatory for Hollywood views. Stroll Walk of Fame, visit …More

Anaheim & Buena Park, USA

4.9 (15)

Full-Day Private Los Angeles Tour from Anaheim

Embark on an enchanting LA journey! Downtown landmarks like Disney Concert Hall await. Ascend to Griffith Observatory for Hollywood views. Stroll Walk of Fame, visit...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$114

Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe

Step back in time on this narrated tour following the Pony Express Trail to America’s largest historic landmark Virginia City – the Comstock Lode founded …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.6 (18)

Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe

Step back in time on this narrated tour following the Pony Express Trail to America’s largest historic landmark Virginia City – the Comstock Lode founded...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (18)

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$70

Warner Bros. Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package with Shuttle

Explore the 110-acre Warner Bros. backlot, Stage 48, and real sets from Friends and The Big Bang Theory. After the studio, join the Original Celebrity …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.0 (182)

Warner Bros. Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package with Shuttle

Explore the 110-acre Warner Bros. backlot, Stage 48, and real sets from Friends and The Big Bang Theory. After the studio, join the Original Celebrity...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (182)

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$102

Private Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour from Orange County

This private tour can be modified to the guests requests as long as within distance of original tour destinations. We are able to stay at …More

Dana Point, USA

5.0 (8)

Private Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour from Orange County

This private tour can be modified to the guests requests as long as within distance of original tour destinations. We are able to stay at...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$800

Alcatraz Muir Woods with Sausalito Express

Guests will be assigned a departure time to Alcatraz Island and a same day visit to Muir Woods, Golden Gate, and Sausalito. This one day …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (26)

Alcatraz Muir Woods with Sausalito Express

Guests will be assigned a departure time to Alcatraz Island and a same day visit to Muir Woods, Golden Gate, and Sausalito. This one day...

4 to 7 hours

4.7 (26)

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$153

Alcatraz Night Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito

Join a boutique, small-group tour led by an experienced San Francisco local to explore top highlights around the city. Enjoy luxury transportation in a black …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (18)

Alcatraz Night Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito

Join a boutique, small-group tour led by an experienced San Francisco local to explore top highlights around the city. Enjoy luxury transportation in a black...

7 hours

4.8 (18)

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$179

Full-day Private San Francisco to Napa Valley Tour by Luxury Car

RELAX WITH THIS FULL-DAY TOUR TO CALIFORNIA’S CELEBRATED WINE REGIONS! Customize your own private Napa Valley wine tour Visit as many wineries as you please …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (68)

Full-day Private San Francisco to Napa Valley Tour by Luxury Car

RELAX WITH THIS FULL-DAY TOUR TO CALIFORNIA’S CELEBRATED WINE REGIONS! Customize your own private Napa Valley wine tour Visit as many wineries as you please...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (68)

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$1,199

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?

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