Top California Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Private Sightseeing 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 Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Private Sightseeing 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 →

Private Pontoon Boat Charter - Up To 13 Passengers

Cruise Lake Tahoe in comfort aboard a spacious private pontoon charter. Perfect for families, friends, and groups looking for a laid-back day on the water, …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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Private Pontoon Boat Charter - Up To 13 Passengers

Cruise Lake Tahoe in comfort aboard a spacious private pontoon charter. Perfect for families, friends, and groups looking for a laid-back day on the water,...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$919

Step back in time and discover Los Angeles from the comfort of a beautifully restored 1967 classic car—an experience that goes far beyond a typical …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Classic Car Tour of Hollywood

Step back in time and discover Los Angeles from the comfort of a beautifully restored 1967 classic car—an experience that goes far beyond a typical...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$199

Experience Napa Valley your way on a private, personalized wine tour designed exclusively for your group. Travel in luxury with a professional local driver while …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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Cadillac Escalade SUV Private Wine Tour

Experience Napa Valley your way on a private, personalized wine tour designed exclusively for your group. Travel in luxury with a professional local driver while...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$720

Private 3.5 Hour Sightseeing Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills

This is our distinguished signature tour. Conducted by industry professionals specializing in luxury and personalized service, this private 3.5-hour tour focuses on essential sightseeing locations …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private 3.5 Hour Sightseeing Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills

This is our distinguished signature tour. Conducted by industry professionals specializing in luxury and personalized service, this private 3.5-hour tour focuses on essential sightseeing locations...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$149

3.5 Hour Coastal Tour of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Malibu

If you are interested in exploring the coastline of Southern California within Los Angeles County, consider this exclusive 3.5-hour custom tour covering Santa Monica, Venice …More

Los Angeles, USA

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3.5 Hour Coastal Tour of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Malibu

If you are interested in exploring the coastline of Southern California within Los Angeles County, consider this exclusive 3.5-hour custom tour covering Santa Monica, Venice...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$149

Set sail on the ultimate San Diego adventure! Departing from 955 Harbor Island Drive, our thrilling voyage takes you through breathtaking waters, past iconic landmarks, …More

San Diego, USA

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Deluxe private Sunset & Day Sail

Set sail on the ultimate San Diego adventure! Departing from 955 Harbor Island Drive, our thrilling voyage takes you through breathtaking waters, past iconic landmarks,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$714

Death Valley Full Day Private Tour & Hike

Death Valley Day tours are packed with adventure that is tailored to you and your family. Our guides are pros at making adjustments to the …More

Death Valley National Park, USA

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Death Valley Full Day Private Tour & Hike

Death Valley Day tours are packed with adventure that is tailored to you and your family. Our guides are pros at making adjustments to the...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$323

Enjoy an intimate and entertaining evening with legendary Mark Twain brought to life by renowned impressionist McAvoy Layne during this exclusive small‑group experience at Twain …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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An Evening with Mark Twain

Enjoy an intimate and entertaining evening with legendary Mark Twain brought to life by renowned impressionist McAvoy Layne during this exclusive small‑group experience at Twain...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$75

This is the ultimate Venice Beach experience! Explore the boardwalk, lift weights at Muscle Beach (or just watch others do it!), visit the skate park …More

Los Angeles, USA

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The Ultimate Venice Beach Experience

This is the ultimate Venice Beach experience! Explore the boardwalk, lift weights at Muscle Beach (or just watch others do it!), visit the skate park...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$50

1-Hour Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour in San Diego

Date nights and new adventures can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, immersing ourselves in its rich history, and …More

San Diego, USA

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1-Hour Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour in San Diego

Date nights and new adventures can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, immersing ourselves in its rich history, and...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$99

Private Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour

Escape the busy city life and head to Muir Woods National Monument to spend a half-day on a privately guided tour of one of the …More

San Francisco, USA

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Private Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour

Escape the busy city life and head to Muir Woods National Monument to spend a half-day on a privately guided tour of one of the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

Transportation services for Napa. Sonoma wine tours

Napa Valley became the home of the first Agricultural Preserve in the U.S. in 1968. a prevalence of volcanic soils that inexplicably add an earthy, …More

Sausalito, USA

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Transportation services for Napa. Sonoma wine tours

Napa Valley became the home of the first Agricultural Preserve in the U.S. in 1968. a prevalence of volcanic soils that inexplicably add an earthy,...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$400

The Ultimate Yosemite National Park Full Experience- 5 Days’ Vacation Package

Embrace Yosemite’s 5-Day VIP Bucket-List Journey - Luxury Travel Package with Hotel & Custom Itinerary! Unveil the ultimate 5-day Yosemite odyssey with our VIP Private …More

San Francisco, USA

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The Ultimate Yosemite National Park Full Experience- 5 Days’ Vacation Package

Embrace Yosemite’s 5-Day VIP Bucket-List Journey - Luxury Travel Package with Hotel & Custom Itinerary! Unveil the ultimate 5-day Yosemite odyssey with our VIP Private...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

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$2,329

Yacht rental charter in Marina del Rey - 60' CARVER

Happiest Ours Yacht Charters offers exclusive private yacht cruises and luxury charters in Los Angeles. Cruise north to Santa Monica and Malibu or south to …More

Santa Monica, USA

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Yacht rental charter in Marina del Rey - 60' CARVER

Happiest Ours Yacht Charters offers exclusive private yacht cruises and luxury charters in Los Angeles. Cruise north to Santa Monica and Malibu or south to...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$2,563

Los Angeles Full Day Sightseeing Tour, English or German Language

Join us and experience the highlights of Los Angeles in the comfort of a large SUV on a private tour! You may customize this tour …More

Santa Monica, USA

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Los Angeles Full Day Sightseeing Tour, English or German Language

Join us and experience the highlights of Los Angeles in the comfort of a large SUV on a private tour! You may customize this tour...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

A great way to take unique and very trendy photos to post on your social medias wile visiting the city of Angels. …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Instagram Photo Private Tour

A great way to take unique and very trendy photos to post on your social medias wile visiting the city of Angels....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$599

The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You …More

San Francisco, USA

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The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$105

Yosemite National Park 1-Day Private Tour from San Francisco or Yosemite Area

Experience Yosemite – 1-Day Adventure for First-Time Visitors Get ready for an unforgettable day in Yosemite National Park with a private, tailor-made tour just for …More

San Francisco, USA

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Yosemite National Park 1-Day Private Tour from San Francisco or Yosemite Area

Experience Yosemite – 1-Day Adventure for First-Time Visitors Get ready for an unforgettable day in Yosemite National Park with a private, tailor-made tour just for...

6 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$321

Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara or planning an anniversary or birthday celebration for two or …More

Santa Barbara, USA

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Guided Hiking, Biking and Tennis

Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara or planning an anniversary or birthday celebration for two or...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$160

Full-Day San Francisco Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way …More

San Francisco, USA

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Full-Day San Francisco Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$101

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 Sightseeing Tours?

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

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

Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Private Sightseeing 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 Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

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