Top California Private & Custom Tours

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

California Private & Custom Tours 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 Warrior Cat of Chinatown: Self-Guided Quest in San Francisco Santa Monica Superhero Exploration Game and Tour 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: Los Angeles Private Transfer to or from Universal Studios Los Angeles Private 4 Hour Driving Tour Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour The Ultimate Venice Beach Experience 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 →

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (122)

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$499

Private Open Air Van Tour: San Francisco City Experience

Explore San Francisco's most popular neighborhoods in our private open-air vans. Great for families, cruise ship guests and small groups Duration: 2 - 3 Hours …More

San Francisco, USA

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Private Open Air Van Tour: San Francisco City Experience

Explore San Francisco's most popular neighborhoods in our private open-air vans. Great for families, cruise ship guests and small groups Duration: 2 - 3 Hours...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$499

2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain

Enjoy a sunset tour of Lake Tahoe! Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain

Enjoy a sunset tour of Lake Tahoe! Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (31)

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$499

Private Custom 4.5-Hour Tour of Los Angeles in English or German

Ideal for families or small groups up to 6 guests who wish to explore Hollywood, Beverly Hills and West Hollywood in the comfort of a …More

Santa Monica, USA

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Private Custom 4.5-Hour Tour of Los Angeles in English or German

Ideal for families or small groups up to 6 guests who wish to explore Hollywood, Beverly Hills and West Hollywood in the comfort of a...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

Private Half-Day City Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills

Explore some of the must-see places in LA on a 4-hour private tour. Get amazing photos at the best view of the iconic Hollywood Sign. …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private Half-Day City Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills

Explore some of the must-see places in LA on a 4-hour private tour. Get amazing photos at the best view of the iconic Hollywood Sign....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

Private Tour of California's Central Coast (San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Cambria)

- Your Tour Will Be Customized for Your Interests and Group Dynamics. - Ask Questions and Send Requests by Call, Text, Email, Facebook, or WhatsApp, …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

5.0 (5)

Private Tour of California's Central Coast (San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Cambria)

- Your Tour Will Be Customized for Your Interests and Group Dynamics. - Ask Questions and Send Requests by Call, Text, Email, Facebook, or WhatsApp,...

300 to 315 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

Private Tour Downtown to the Hollywood Sign in a 1965 Mustang

Explore the vibrant streets of Los Angeles in a stunning 1965 Mustang Convertible. This private tour spans 3 to 4 hours, from Downtown LA to …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private Tour Downtown to the Hollywood Sign in a 1965 Mustang

Explore the vibrant streets of Los Angeles in a stunning 1965 Mustang Convertible. This private tour spans 3 to 4 hours, from Downtown LA to...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$499

San Francisco Private City Tour in New EV Volkswagen Van

Craft your perfect San Francisco adventure with a private van tour. Whether you crave a structured itinerary or spontaneous exploration, you're covered. Discover the city's …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (8)

San Francisco Private City Tour in New EV Volkswagen Van

Craft your perfect San Francisco adventure with a private van tour. Whether you crave a structured itinerary or spontaneous exploration, you're covered. Discover the city's...

3 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$500

This is an exclusive, tailor-made adventure designed for travelers seeking the very best of Yosemite, and fully immersed in the magic of the mountains. This …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

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Ultimate Yosemite: Private Tour + Lunch

This is an exclusive, tailor-made adventure designed for travelers seeking the very best of Yosemite, and fully immersed in the magic of the mountains. This...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (5)

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$500

Experience the magic of Napa Valley with your wine country chauffeured private car service, in a Chrysler Town & Country luxury minivan, leather interior, premium …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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Private Chauffeured Winery Tour

Experience the magic of Napa Valley with your wine country chauffeured private car service, in a Chrysler Town & Country luxury minivan, leather interior, premium...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (7)

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$500

Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Napa or Sonoma

Step into a world of empowerment and beauty with the Flying Dress Experience, designed exclusively for women who want to celebrate themselves. This unique photography …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (1)

Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Napa or Sonoma

Step into a world of empowerment and beauty with the Flying Dress Experience, designed exclusively for women who want to celebrate themselves. This unique photography...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$500

Private 64 Impala Lowrider Tour in Los Angeles

Cruise through the iconic streets of Los Angeles in a classic '64 Impala Lowrider, enjoying a fully private tour exclusively for your group. Choose from …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Private 64 Impala Lowrider Tour in Los Angeles

Cruise through the iconic streets of Los Angeles in a classic '64 Impala Lowrider, enjoying a fully private tour exclusively for your group. Choose from...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$500

Private Elegant & Sophisticated Wine Food Pairing Experience from San Francisco

Indulge in the Ultimate Wine & Food Pairing Experience! Awaken your senses with a luxurious wine and food pairing experience designed for true food and …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Elegant & Sophisticated Wine Food Pairing Experience from San Francisco

Indulge in the Ultimate Wine & Food Pairing Experience! Awaken your senses with a luxurious wine and food pairing experience designed for true food and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$502

San Diego’s Icons: Private 4-Hour Highlights Tour

Discover the magic of San Diego in just four unforgettable hours. This private guided experience blends the city’s most iconic coastal views, historic neighborhoods, and …More

San Diego, USA

San Diego’s Icons: Private 4-Hour Highlights Tour

Discover the magic of San Diego in just four unforgettable hours. This private guided experience blends the city’s most iconic coastal views, historic neighborhoods, and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$507

Discover the fascinating heritage of Southern California on a Private Cultural Discovery Tour of Historic San Diego. Stroll through the charming streets of Old Town …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Cultural Discovery Tour of Historic San Diego

Discover the fascinating heritage of Southern California on a Private Cultural Discovery Tour of Historic San Diego. Stroll through the charming streets of Old Town...

5 hours

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$519

Private Tour of San Francisco and Alcatraz with local tour guide

Discover the city of San Francisco and escape to the island of Alcatraz. Enjoy a private full day tour of San Francisco next to a …More

San Francisco, USA

Private Tour of San Francisco and Alcatraz with local tour guide

Discover the city of San Francisco and escape to the island of Alcatraz. Enjoy a private full day tour of San Francisco next to a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$519

Hollywood and Beaches 50-Minute Helicopter Tour

Enjoy a breathtaking flight above LA on this 50 minute tour. A helicopter flight above Hollywood for an up-close view of the Hollywood Sign and …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Hollywood and Beaches 50-Minute Helicopter Tour

Enjoy a breathtaking flight above LA on this 50 minute tour. A helicopter flight above Hollywood for an up-close view of the Hollywood Sign and...

50 minutes

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$535

Pirate Sea Cave Tide Pool Walk at Dana Point

Join Captain Will Radford on a pirate sea cave adventure! Participants are encouraged to DRESS AND TALK LIKE A PIRATE while hiking along the rocky …More

Dana Point, USA

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Pirate Sea Cave Tide Pool Walk at Dana Point

Join Captain Will Radford on a pirate sea cave adventure! Participants are encouraged to DRESS AND TALK LIKE A PIRATE while hiking along the rocky...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$538

We provide personalized private tours in both Napa and Sonoma Valley, we also conduct pick ups in all major airports. …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (5)

Napa Wine Tours

We provide personalized private tours in both Napa and Sonoma Valley, we also conduct pick ups in all major airports....

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$545

Paso Robles Wine Tours in a Classic VW Vanagon

Explore the charm of California's Central Coast on a unique Paso Robles wine tour in a classic VW Vanagon. Perfect for groups of up to …More

Paso Robles, USA

5.0 (6)

Paso Robles Wine Tours in a Classic VW Vanagon

Explore the charm of California's Central Coast on a unique Paso Robles wine tour in a classic VW Vanagon. Perfect for groups of up to...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$549

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?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Private & Custom Tours are:

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:

View all kid-friendly 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?