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 →

Route 66 Arizona Self Guided GPS Driving Audio Tour

Drive Arizona’s legendary Route 66 from east to west on a self-guided journey packed with roadside icons and desert history. Four must-see stops define the …More

5.0 (1)

Route 66 Arizona Self Guided GPS Driving Audio Tour

Drive Arizona’s legendary Route 66 from east to west on a self-guided journey packed with roadside icons and desert history. Four must-see stops define the...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$25

Santa Barbara Wine Tour - Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour

Drive Santa Barbara wine country yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the …More

Santa Barbara, USA

Santa Barbara Wine Tour - Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour

Drive Santa Barbara wine country yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the...

4 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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$25

Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific …More

Santa Monica, USA

3.7 (22)

Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation

3.7 (22)

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$25

Explore Malibu's Coast: PCH & Beyond - Self Guided Audio Tour

Set off on 'Discover Malibu's Magic: An Audio Journey' to explore the enchanting coastal stretch of Malibu like never before. This tour transcends traditional sightseeing, …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (2)

Explore Malibu's Coast: PCH & Beyond - Self Guided Audio Tour

Set off on 'Discover Malibu's Magic: An Audio Journey' to explore the enchanting coastal stretch of Malibu like never before. This tour transcends traditional sightseeing,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

Yolo County Explorer: Culinary & Cultural Audio Tour

Embark on the Yolo County Explorer Tour, an immersive audio-guided journey that celebrates the region's rich culinary culture and agricultural heritage. Wander through historic downtown …More

Sacramento, USA

3.8 (5)

Yolo County Explorer: Culinary & Cultural Audio Tour

Embark on the Yolo County Explorer Tour, an immersive audio-guided journey that celebrates the region's rich culinary culture and agricultural heritage. Wander through historic downtown...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

Everything LA Self-Guided Driving Tour Hollywood to Beverly Hills

Skip the crowded bus and explore Los Angeles your way with this immersive, self-guided driving tour through Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and beyond. This …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Everything LA Self-Guided Driving Tour Hollywood to Beverly Hills

Skip the crowded bus and explore Los Angeles your way with this immersive, self-guided driving tour through Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and beyond. This...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation

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$30

Ghosts of the Golden Age: Los Angeles Haunted Theater Tour

Our guides have deep knowledge of Los Angeles' history, culture, and landmarks. Our guide provides insightful, engaging, and personalized walking tours that showcase the vibrant …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (9)

Ghosts of the Golden Age: Los Angeles Haunted Theater Tour

Our guides have deep knowledge of Los Angeles' history, culture, and landmarks. Our guide provides insightful, engaging, and personalized walking tours that showcase the vibrant...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$30

LA's Art Deco & Beaux Art Architecture: Private Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the largely unknown architectural splendour of downtown Los Angeles, and explore some of the most incredible buildings of geometric patterns, brilliant colours, …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (4)

LA's Art Deco & Beaux Art Architecture: Private Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the largely unknown architectural splendour of downtown Los Angeles, and explore some of the most incredible buildings of geometric patterns, brilliant colours,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

Los Angeles Private Transfer to or from Universal Studios

Direct, private, and non-shared car service transfers between Los Angeles metro cities, airports, cruise ports, and major landmarks. Service Overview: Private and Direct: Enjoy a …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Los Angeles Private Transfer to or from Universal Studios

Direct, private, and non-shared car service transfers between Los Angeles metro cities, airports, cruise ports, and major landmarks. Service Overview: Private and Direct: Enjoy a...

45 to 75 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$31

Silicon Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour for Tech Lovers

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the birthplace of tech with a self-guided audio tour! Drive through Silicon …More

San Jose, USA

4.1 (23)

Silicon Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour for Tech Lovers

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the birthplace of tech with a self-guided audio tour! Drive through Silicon...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.1 (23)

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$34

APP Self-guided routes West Coast with audio guide

It is a navigation APP with self-guided routes with audio guide along the West Coast Everything you need to know about the West Coast Points …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (13)

APP Self-guided routes West Coast with audio guide

It is a navigation APP with self-guided routes with audio guide along the West Coast Everything you need to know about the West Coast Points...

8 to 10 hours

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$34

Turn UCSD into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the …More

La Jolla, USA

3.0 (2)

UCSD Art Tour Puzzling Adventure

Turn UCSD into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$35

Visit Venice Beach Neighborhood: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighborhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Visit Venice Beach Neighborhood: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighborhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$35

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Embark on an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Big Sur coastline with our exhilarating driving tour! Feel …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.6 (5)

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Embark on an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Big Sur coastline with our exhilarating driving tour! Feel...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (5)

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$35

Gondola Cruise through the Coronado Cays

The Gondola Company is your Passport to Italy. Indulge in all the magic and tradition of Venice right here in San Diego as you gently …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (258)

Gondola Cruise through the Coronado Cays

The Gondola Company is your Passport to Italy. Indulge in all the magic and tradition of Venice right here in San Diego as you gently...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (258)

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$39

Napa Valley Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

Drive Napa Valley yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine …More

Santa Rosa, USA

5.0 (1)

Napa Valley Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

Drive Napa Valley yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine...

2 to 12 hours Free Cancellation

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$40

Paso Robles Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

Drive Paso Robles yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

4.0 (4)

Paso Robles Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

Drive Paso Robles yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine...

1 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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$40

Downtown LA's History & Architecture: Private Walking Tour

In a city blessed with blissful light, innovation and bold visual design statements, Los Angeles is full of architectural gems that only make sense in …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Downtown LA's History & Architecture: Private Walking Tour

In a city blessed with blissful light, innovation and bold visual design statements, Los Angeles is full of architectural gems that only make sense in...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$40

You won’t notice it if you’re wandering DTLA solo, but beneath the surface, downtown LA is a patchwork of eras: Art Deco landmarks, contemporary skyscrapers, …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Private Downtown LA Culture Tour

You won’t notice it if you’re wandering DTLA solo, but beneath the surface, downtown LA is a patchwork of eras: Art Deco landmarks, contemporary skyscrapers,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Capture unforgettable moments in Los Angeles with a personalized photoshoot and photo tour led by a skilled photographer with 5-star reviews, 8 years of experience, …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Los Angeles Photoshoot Tour

Capture unforgettable moments in Los Angeles with a personalized photoshoot and photo tour led by a skilled photographer with 5-star reviews, 8 years of experience,...

1 to 14 hours Free Cancellation

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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?