Top California Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Private Sightseeing 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 Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Private Sightseeing 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 →

Enjoy a private 2 hour boat tour of Emerald Bay on breathtaking Lake Tahoe. As you cruise through Emerald Bay and its crystal-clear waters, your …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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2 Hour Private Emerald Bay Boat Tour

Enjoy a private 2 hour boat tour of Emerald Bay on breathtaking Lake Tahoe. As you cruise through Emerald Bay and its crystal-clear waters, your...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$679

Luxury full day Los Angeles Tour – Private SUV Experience

We created the most CONVENIENT, comfortable, and TIME EFFECTIVE way to see everything you want and should see in the City of Angeles. From Iconic …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (146)

Luxury full day Los Angeles Tour – Private SUV Experience

We created the most CONVENIENT, comfortable, and TIME EFFECTIVE way to see everything you want and should see in the City of Angeles. From Iconic...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$689

Emerald Bay Private Sightseeing Boat Tours

Our Private Emerald Bay Cruises are 2-hours, departing either in the morning or afternoon. Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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Emerald Bay Private Sightseeing Boat Tours

Our Private Emerald Bay Cruises are 2-hours, departing either in the morning or afternoon. Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$690

4, 5, or 6 Hour Los Angeles Private Tour in Stretch Limo

Private sightseeing tour for exclusively families and friends in Stretch Limousine. Experience a limousine ride while enjoying fully narrated tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly …More

Los Angeles, USA

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4, 5, or 6 Hour Los Angeles Private Tour in Stretch Limo

Private sightseeing tour for exclusively families and friends in Stretch Limousine. Experience a limousine ride while enjoying fully narrated tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$690

2 Hours Private Sailboat Charter in the San Francisco Bay

Imagine sailing underneath the Golden Gate Bridge on your own private yacht and seeing wildlife. Just kick back and celebrate your special event under the …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (22)

2 Hours Private Sailboat Charter in the San Francisco Bay

Imagine sailing underneath the Golden Gate Bridge on your own private yacht and seeing wildlife. Just kick back and celebrate your special event under the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (22)

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$695

Painted Ladies Private San Francisco Tour

Enjoy a private tour for friends and family in a restored vintage Volkswagen Bus. Our private tour option is a great way to make your …More

San Francisco, USA

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Painted Ladies Private San Francisco Tour

Enjoy a private tour for friends and family in a restored vintage Volkswagen Bus. Our private tour option is a great way to make your...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$695

Private City Tour of the Los Angeles Area

Private tour with up to 5 passengers in your own private mini van. Our recommended route is : Downtown LA, The Music Center of Los …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private City Tour of the Los Angeles Area

Private tour with up to 5 passengers in your own private mini van. Our recommended route is : Downtown LA, The Music Center of Los...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$695

Private 6 Hr Tour from Anaheim for up to 5 ppl - Choose your Destinations & Time

Enjoy a Private Tour for just your group with one of our knowledgeable guides! Pick up and return to your Disneyland/Anaheim Resort hotel. You choose …More

Anaheim & Buena Park, USA

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Private 6 Hr Tour from Anaheim for up to 5 ppl - Choose your Destinations & Time

Enjoy a Private Tour for just your group with one of our knowledgeable guides! Pick up and return to your Disneyland/Anaheim Resort hotel. You choose...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$695

Discover the perfect balance of Sonoma wine and nature on this private Russian River experience. Begin your day with an intimate tasting at a boutique …More

Santa Rosa, USA

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Wine and Redwoods of Sonoma Tour

Discover the perfect balance of Sonoma wine and nature on this private Russian River experience. Begin your day with an intimate tasting at a boutique...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$695

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

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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

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$699

6-Hour Private Napa Wine Tour by Premium SUV (Up to 6 Guests)

Experience Napa Valley your way with a completely private and fully customizable wine tour designed exclusively for your group. There are no shared vehicles, preset …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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6-Hour Private Napa Wine Tour by Premium SUV (Up to 6 Guests)

Experience Napa Valley your way with a completely private and fully customizable wine tour designed exclusively for your group. There are no shared vehicles, preset...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

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

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

6-Hour Private Napa Valley Wine Tour, MKT Sedan (Up to 2 Guests)

This is a fully private and customizable Napa Valley wine tour for up to 2 guests in a luxury Lincoln MKT sedan. There are no …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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6-Hour Private Napa Valley Wine Tour, MKT Sedan (Up to 2 Guests)

This is a fully private and customizable Napa Valley wine tour for up to 2 guests in a luxury Lincoln MKT sedan. There are no...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

6-Hour Private Wine Country Tour of Napa in Crossover SUV (up to 6 people)

Your adventure is about to start at the world famous wine growing region. Prepare yourself for touring California wine tours and one of the most …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

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6-Hour Private Wine Country Tour of Napa in Crossover SUV (up to 6 people)

Your adventure is about to start at the world famous wine growing region. Prepare yourself for touring California wine tours and one of the most...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You …More

San Francisco, USA

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Private Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito

his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

25ft Private Fully Electric Boat Charter on South Lake Tahoe

Get ready to experience Lake Tahoe like never before—aboard this brand new 2026 first-ever electric charter boat on Lake Tahoe Step into a new era …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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25ft Private Fully Electric Boat Charter on South Lake Tahoe

Get ready to experience Lake Tahoe like never before—aboard this brand new 2026 first-ever electric charter boat on Lake Tahoe Step into a new era...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$699

Private Full Day Guided Tour in Los Angeles

See Los Angeles like never before on this exclusive, private tour, where luxury and personalization are at the forefront. Tailored to your preferences, our expert …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private Full Day Guided Tour in Los Angeles

See Los Angeles like never before on this exclusive, private tour, where luxury and personalization are at the forefront. Tailored to your preferences, our expert...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$699

The Ultimate Wine Country Experience (Private & All-Inclusive)

Our Ultimate Wine Country Experience through Sonoma and Napa Valley will take you to the most incredible spots from San Francisco to Wine Country all …More

San Francisco, USA

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The Ultimate Wine Country Experience (Private & All-Inclusive)

Our Ultimate Wine Country Experience through Sonoma and Napa Valley will take you to the most incredible spots from San Francisco to Wine Country all...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$699

Explore Los Angeles Highlights by Executive SUV

Explore Los Angeles in a private full-day SUV tour for up to six guests, featuring stops at Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (2)

Explore Los Angeles Highlights by Executive SUV

Explore Los Angeles in a private full-day SUV tour for up to six guests, featuring stops at Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$700

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?

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

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

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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?