Top California Private & Custom Tours

Q: What are the best options for California Private & Custom Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Private & Custom Tours are: Private San Francisco City Tour and Muir Woods with Sausalito Los Angeles 2-Hour Discovery Flight Lesson Avalon Golf Cart Tour Led by Former Museum Curator An Evening with Mark Twain Paso Robles Wine Tours in a Classic VW Vanagon

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for California Private & Custom Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Private & Custom Tours are: Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour Monterey Bay Whale Watching Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Private & Custom Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Private & Custom Tours with Instant Confirmation include: San Francisco Love Tour Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings Catalina Island Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour 30-Minute Luxury Driving Tour: Explore Hollywood in a Ferrari View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Private & Custom Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Private & Custom Tours include Hotel Pickup: Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings Catalina Island Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon Custom Private Tour in Convertible MINI Cooper 8hr Private Sonoma and Napa Wine Tour from San Francisco.XL SUV Catalina Island Private 2-Hour Tour of Avalon View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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 →

2-Hour Private Pink Bachelorette Boat Cruise in San Diego Bay

With a Captain at the helm, you and your friends will enjoy a 2 hours Harbor Tour for up to 8 guests on the amazing …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (8)

2-Hour Private Pink Bachelorette Boat Cruise in San Diego Bay

With a Captain at the helm, you and your friends will enjoy a 2 hours Harbor Tour for up to 8 guests on the amazing...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$375

Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles

Ultimate LA Sightseeing: Experience the best of the Entertainment Capital of the World! Our 5-hour professional guided tour take you through Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly …More

Santa Monica, USA

4.9 (8)

Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles

Ultimate LA Sightseeing: Experience the best of the Entertainment Capital of the World! Our 5-hour professional guided tour take you through Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$990

Private Joshua Tree NP Day tour from San Diego (10 hours)

Fantastic Private 10 hour tour from San Diego to stunning Joshua Tree National Park First stop will be at the Joshua Tree National Park visitor …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (8)

Private Joshua Tree NP Day tour from San Diego (10 hours)

Fantastic Private 10 hour tour from San Diego to stunning Joshua Tree National Park First stop will be at the Joshua Tree National Park visitor...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$1,079

Our guide will select several of the Valley's finest Wineries and up to 29 Wine tasting rooms or you and your guests can have a …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (8)

Wine Tours private 6 full hours

Our guide will select several of the Valley's finest Wineries and up to 29 Wine tasting rooms or you and your guests can have a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$139

Private Tour - Day Hollywood Tour of Los Angeles - 6 Hours.

Our private, 6-hour, Hollywood Tour of LA will transport your private party (up to 12) to some of LA's most popular attractions - Downtown's Disney …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (8)

Private Tour - Day Hollywood Tour of Los Angeles - 6 Hours.

Our private, 6-hour, Hollywood Tour of LA will transport your private party (up to 12) to some of LA's most popular attractions - Downtown's Disney...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$1,350

We've turned Stanford University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 8 iconic places around campus - at …More

5.0 (8)

Stanford University Campus Adventure

We've turned Stanford University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 8 iconic places around campus - at...

1 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$10

Sequoia and Kings Canyon Audio Tour Self Guide National Park Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through California's Sierra Nevada with our Kings Canyon & Sequoia Tour Bundle—featuring self-guided audio tours of Sequoia and Kings Canyon …More

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, USA

4.9 (8)

Sequoia and Kings Canyon Audio Tour Self Guide National Park Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through California's Sierra Nevada with our Kings Canyon & Sequoia Tour Bundle—featuring self-guided audio tours of Sequoia and Kings Canyon...

2 days Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$20

Yosemite Valley Private Winter Hiking Tour

Much like in the summer, the Yosemite Valley Floor offers hours of exploration within the more level and easier accessible areas of the Yosemite Valley. …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.8 (8)

Yosemite Valley Private Winter Hiking Tour

Much like in the summer, the Yosemite Valley Floor offers hours of exploration within the more level and easier accessible areas of the Yosemite Valley....

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (8)

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$180

Lassen Volcanic National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the volcanic wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Cruise along the rocky slopes of this active volcano and witness …More

5.0 (7)

Lassen Volcanic National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the volcanic wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Cruise along the rocky slopes of this active volcano and witness...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$21

Alcatraz plus Private San Francisco City Tour (max 6 with tix)

Discover San Francisco’s hidden gems in a Tuk Tuk, then explore the infamous Alcatraz Island with this exclusive combo package! Max 6 guests, this private …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (7)

Alcatraz plus Private San Francisco City Tour (max 6 with tix)

Discover San Francisco’s hidden gems in a Tuk Tuk, then explore the infamous Alcatraz Island with this exclusive combo package! Max 6 guests, this private...

5 to 7 hours

4.9 (7)

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$130

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

5.0 (7)

Tahoe's Sand Harbor Helicopter Tour

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$347

Perfect to explore the southern city of California in a day and have a feel of the Mexican influence. …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (7)

San Diego Private Tour

Perfect to explore the southern city of California in a day and have a feel of the Mexican influence....

9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$899

Private Tour to Monterey, Carmel, 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

Enjoy stunning views of the Pacific on your way from San Francisco to Monterey. On the way there, we can pass by the Headquarters of …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (7)

Private Tour to Monterey, Carmel, 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

Enjoy stunning views of the Pacific on your way from San Francisco to Monterey. On the way there, we can pass by the Headquarters of...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$1,199

We make sure that you have an unique experience driving along Hwy 1. We suggest the best spots for pictures and restaurants. …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (7)

Carmel / Monterey Hwy 1 tour

We make sure that you have an unique experience driving along Hwy 1. We suggest the best spots for pictures and restaurants....

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$950

The Famous San Diego Private Tour with Pickup

The Famous San Diego Tour is a private 2-hour sightseeing tour of San Diego. This tour begins when we come and pick you up and …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (7)

The Famous San Diego Private Tour with Pickup

The Famous San Diego Tour is a private 2-hour sightseeing tour of San Diego. This tour begins when we come and pick you up and...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$199

The Private Los Angeles Highlights Tour introduces our guests to a private VIP guided experience that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. No other …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (7)

Private Los Angeles Highlights Tour

The Private Los Angeles Highlights Tour introduces our guests to a private VIP guided experience that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. No other...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$324

Private Malibu Tour: From the Beaches to the Mansions

Explore Malibu with its 21 miles of famous coastlines. Start the day driving up to the Malibu's most pristine beaches, including the wild cliffs of …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (7)

Private Malibu Tour: From the Beaches to the Mansions

Explore Malibu with its 21 miles of famous coastlines. Start the day driving up to the Malibu's most pristine beaches, including the wild cliffs of...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$399

San Francisco, GGB, Muir Woods and Sausalito Private Tour

Take a trip around San Francisco in a luxury Lincoln Sedan. Our tours can accommodate up to 4 people, it is a private tour. Book …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (7)

San Francisco, GGB, Muir Woods and Sausalito Private Tour

Take a trip around San Francisco in a luxury Lincoln Sedan. Our tours can accommodate up to 4 people, it is a private tour. Book...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$595

Private Driving and Hiking Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park is like a fortress. When you are outside of it and looking at it, all you see are mountains. Created by …More

Palm Springs, USA

5.0 (7)

Private Driving and Hiking Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park is like a fortress. When you are outside of it and looking at it, all you see are mountains. Created by...

4 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$650

Explore the majestic Cathedral Range on our "Yosemite: High Country Explorer - Private Hiking Tour" in Yosemite National Park. Situated around 10,000 feet in elevation, …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

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Yosemite: High Country Explorer - Private Hiking Tour

Explore the majestic Cathedral Range on our "Yosemite: High Country Explorer - Private Hiking Tour" in Yosemite National Park. Situated around 10,000 feet in elevation,...

8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$400

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for California Private & Custom Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Private & Custom Tours Tours?

Which California Private & Custom Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Private & Custom Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Private & Custom Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which California Private & Custom Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

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