Top California Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: 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: Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe 2 Hour Private Emerald Bay Boat Tour The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Redwood National and State Park Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

Q: 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: 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 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 →

Joshua Tree National Park Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour

Discover Joshua Tree National Park on this amazing 4 hour adventure tour. Explore surreal landscapes as you walk by mesmerizing granite rock formations and go …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (82)

Joshua Tree National Park Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour

Discover Joshua Tree National Park on this amazing 4 hour adventure tour. Explore surreal landscapes as you walk by mesmerizing granite rock formations and go...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (82)

from
$550

6-hour Private Luxury SUV Wine Tour in Napa Or Sonoma Valley

"Explore Napa or Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose the wineries yourself or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (81)

6-hour Private Luxury SUV Wine Tour in Napa Or Sonoma Valley

"Explore Napa or Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose the wineries yourself or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (81)

from
$450

Whatever the occasion – anniversary, birthday, bachelor/bachelorette party, corporate outing, graduation, day out with friends, girls getaway – we guarantee that we will take the …More

Paso Robles, USA

5.0 (78)

Private Wine Tour in Paso Robles

Whatever the occasion – anniversary, birthday, bachelor/bachelorette party, corporate outing, graduation, day out with friends, girls getaway – we guarantee that we will take the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (78)

from
$665

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

Prepare for an Extraordinary Yosemite Adventure Embark on an extraordinary day of discovery with our exclusive private Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoias & Glacier Point …More

Oakland, USA

5.0 (76)

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

Prepare for an Extraordinary Yosemite Adventure Embark on an extraordinary day of discovery with our exclusive private Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoias & Glacier Point...

14 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (76)

from
$1,200

Private Sunset Sail in San Diego Up to 6 guests

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay. This small-group sail is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends looking …More

La Jolla, USA

5.0 (74)

Private Sunset Sail in San Diego Up to 6 guests

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay. This small-group sail is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends looking...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (74)

from
$99

WE GUIDE, YOU DRIVE! Drive one of our Land Cruisers vehicles on an off road trail in the Otay Wilderness area that borders Mexico and …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (74)

San Diego Off Road Tours

WE GUIDE, YOU DRIVE! Drive one of our Land Cruisers vehicles on an off road trail in the Otay Wilderness area that borders Mexico and...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (74)

from
$450

Private VIP Santa Barbara Wine Tour. Your Group. Your Day. (4-8)

Sit at the winemaker’s table! Our Private Wine Tour is a curated and educational Santa Barbara wine tasting experience for your own group of 4 …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (73)

Private VIP Santa Barbara Wine Tour. Your Group. Your Day. (4-8)

Sit at the winemaker’s table! Our Private Wine Tour is a curated and educational Santa Barbara wine tasting experience for your own group of 4...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (73)

from
$232

30-Minute Driving Tour: Explore Hollywood in a Lamborghini

Experience Hollywood in a Lamborghini Huracán Spyder on an unforgettable 30-minute private tour. Choose to drive the Lamborghini yourself with a professional co-pilot or relax …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (71)

30-Minute Driving Tour: Explore Hollywood in a Lamborghini

Experience Hollywood in a Lamborghini Huracán Spyder on an unforgettable 30-minute private tour. Choose to drive the Lamborghini yourself with a professional co-pilot or relax...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (71)

from
$189

70-Min Driving Tour from Hollywood to Beverly Hills in a Ferrari

Experience the excitement of a Ferrari California on a one-hour sightseeing tour from Hollywood to Beverly Hills. Choose to take the wheel yourself with a …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (70)

70-Min Driving Tour from Hollywood to Beverly Hills in a Ferrari

Experience the excitement of a Ferrari California on a one-hour sightseeing tour from Hollywood to Beverly Hills. Choose to take the wheel yourself with a...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (70)

from
$289

Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (70)

Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (70)

from
$81

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over …More

Newport Beach, USA

5.0 (69)

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (69)

from
$425

2-Hour Off-Road Razor Ridge Run Tour in the Desert

The Ridge Run Tour offers a delightful journey through Carson Valley and the Pine Nut Mountain Range, showcasing stunning views of the landscape. This tour …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.9 (68)

2-Hour Off-Road Razor Ridge Run Tour in the Desert

The Ridge Run Tour offers a delightful journey through Carson Valley and the Pine Nut Mountain Range, showcasing stunning views of the landscape. This tour...

2 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (68)

from
$105

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)

from
$1,199

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

The only all-electric Duffy charter boat in Santa Barbara. Price includes captain. Whisper is USCG certified to carry up to 6 passengers (max). Trip is …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (67)

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

The only all-electric Duffy charter boat in Santa Barbara. Price includes captain. Whisper is USCG certified to carry up to 6 passengers (max). Trip is...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.9 (67)

from
$155

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 (67)

Zephyr Cove 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...

20 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (67)

from
$208

"Fabulous Private Wine Tour of Napa & Sonoma for 2 to 5 People"

…More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (66)

"Fabulous Private Wine Tour of Napa & Sonoma for 2 to 5 People"

...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (66)

from
$400

Private Santa Barbara Wine Tour for 2 via Tesla X

Sit at the winemaker's table with our Private Couples Wine Tour! Sustainable Wine Tours is a curated and educational Santa Barbara wine experience. We have …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (66)

Private Santa Barbara Wine Tour for 2 via Tesla X

Sit at the winemaker's table with our Private Couples Wine Tour! Sustainable Wine Tours is a curated and educational Santa Barbara wine experience. We have...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (66)

from
$423

San Francisco: Major Landmarks Private Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a private tour of San Francisco by car for up to 6 people Decide what popular sites you’d like to see, such as Fisherman’s …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (65)

San Francisco: Major Landmarks Private Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a private tour of San Francisco by car for up to 6 people Decide what popular sites you’d like to see, such as Fisherman’s...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (65)

from
$455

The value-focused tour is offered for up a group of 6 guests (per vehicle, not per person). Enjoy a private wine tour of the Napa …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (65)

Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Tour

The value-focused tour is offered for up a group of 6 guests (per vehicle, not per person). Enjoy a private wine tour of the Napa...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (65)

from
$618

Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Temecula

Date nights can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, tasting its rich history, and enjoying the freedom of the …More

Temecula, USA

5.0 (64)

Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Temecula

Date nights can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, tasting its rich history, and enjoying the freedom of the...

2 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (64)

from
$218

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?

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?