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Deschutes River Rafting - Half Day Adventure

This Half-Day Deschutes River adventure is a perfect trips the entire family, friends or couples can enjoy. From beautiful canyon scenery to challenging and trilling …More

4.9 (97)

Deschutes River Rafting - Half Day Adventure

This Half-Day Deschutes River adventure is a perfect trips the entire family, friends or couples can enjoy. From beautiful canyon scenery to challenging and trilling...

3 hours 30 minutes

4.9 (97)

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$85

National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

This 5.5 hour exclusive guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This is the best …More

Washington DC, USA

5.0 (46)

National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

This 5.5 hour exclusive guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This is the best...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (46)

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$175

This customizable spiritual tour will take you to some of the most breathtaking sunset views of Sedona. It is also a fabulous opportunity to release …More

Sedona, USA

5.0 (58)

Sedona Sunset Vortex Tour

This customizable spiritual tour will take you to some of the most breathtaking sunset views of Sedona. It is also a fabulous opportunity to release...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (58)

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$113

Predawn-Morning Haleakala Bike Tour 6,500 to Sea Level

A more affordable option to our often sold out sunrise tour, the Pre-Dawn tour offers the same beautiful colors of the sunrise from the outside …More

Maui, USA

4.5 (59)

Predawn-Morning Haleakala Bike Tour 6,500 to Sea Level

A more affordable option to our often sold out sunrise tour, the Pre-Dawn tour offers the same beautiful colors of the sunrise from the outside...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (59)

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$165

This 2.5-hour intermediate photo tour takes place mostly at Times Square. Your expert guide will help you understand issues related to taking pictures in low …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (15)

NYC After-Dark Photography Tour

This 2.5-hour intermediate photo tour takes place mostly at Times Square. Your expert guide will help you understand issues related to taking pictures in low...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$150

Juneau Shore Excursion Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike

Experience the Mendenhall Glacier Guide Hike, a thrilling 6-7 mile adventure! Your journey begins with a 3-mile trek through the Tongass National Forest, the world's …More

Juneau, USA

4.9 (72)

Juneau Shore Excursion Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike

Experience the Mendenhall Glacier Guide Hike, a thrilling 6-7 mile adventure! Your journey begins with a 3-mile trek through the Tongass National Forest, the world's...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (72)

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$225

Private Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

Explore one of Florida's most diverse coastal fisheries on a private inshore fishing charter through the waters of Crystal River. This unique ecosystem offers quick …More

Crystal River, USA

5.0 (77)

Private Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

Explore one of Florida's most diverse coastal fisheries on a private inshore fishing charter through the waters of Crystal River. This unique ecosystem offers quick...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (77)

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$650

Private Miami Airport Lakes Peacock Bass Charter - 4 Hour

Located just minutes from Miami International Airport, this private 4-hour Peacock Bass Fishing Charter is the perfect adventure before or after your flight or cruise. …More

Miami, USA

5.0 (101)

Private Miami Airport Lakes Peacock Bass Charter - 4 Hour

Located just minutes from Miami International Airport, this private 4-hour Peacock Bass Fishing Charter is the perfect adventure before or after your flight or cruise....

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (101)

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$181

Boston Sightseeing Tour - a fully-narrated driving tour

This tour will begin at your home, hotel or cruise ship and take you past the most interesting places in Boston including the Paul Revere …More

Boston, USA

4.9 (63)

Boston Sightseeing Tour - a fully-narrated driving tour

This tour will begin at your home, hotel or cruise ship and take you past the most interesting places in Boston including the Paul Revere...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (63)

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$549

Amy & Reba's Day Drinking Wine Tours, Where we'll Drive you to Drink is all about FUN, the love of wine and making lasting memories …More

4.8 (24)

Amy & Reba's Day Drinking Wine Tours, Where we'll Drive you to Drink

Amy & Reba's Day Drinking Wine Tours, Where we'll Drive you to Drink is all about FUN, the love of wine and making lasting memories...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (24)

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$225

Private 4 Hour - Red Rocks & Denver Foothills Scenic Tour

Millions of years ago the present-day Front Range was home to ancient mountain ranges, deserts, beaches, and even oceans. Get your first taste of the …More

Denver, USA

5.0 (15)

Private 4 Hour - Red Rocks & Denver Foothills Scenic Tour

Millions of years ago the present-day Front Range was home to ancient mountain ranges, deserts, beaches, and even oceans. Get your first taste of the...

4 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$555

Discover LA in a Classic Cadillac Eldorado

Yes, everyone drives in Los Angeles, but this experience is nontraditional— you will discover the city in a 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible. …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (38)

Discover LA in a Classic Cadillac Eldorado

Yes, everyone drives in Los Angeles, but this experience is nontraditional— you will discover the city in a 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible....

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$600

Santa Barbara's Ultimate Wine and Chocolate Walking Tour

A tour that highlights the most excellent wines to be found in Santa Barbara. This 3 Hour Wine Tasting & History Tour Includes: -(2)Boutique Wine …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (22)

Santa Barbara's Ultimate Wine and Chocolate Walking Tour

A tour that highlights the most excellent wines to be found in Santa Barbara. This 3 Hour Wine Tasting & History Tour Includes: -(2)Boutique Wine...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

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$149

Central Park Guided Walking Tour in French

Let yourself be guided through the most famous urban park in the world, discover its origin, its evolution, its filming locations and the countless anecdotes …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (54)

Central Park Guided Walking Tour in French

Let yourself be guided through the most famous urban park in the world, discover its origin, its evolution, its filming locations and the countless anecdotes...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (54)

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$56

Whale season is never over for Captain Zodiac. Join us for a unique experience of a lifetime where we venture into the unknown! Enjoy a …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

4.9 (28)

Big Island: Marine Wildlife Excursion

Whale season is never over for Captain Zodiac. Join us for a unique experience of a lifetime where we venture into the unknown! Enjoy a...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (28)

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$153

Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (40)

Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (40)

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$129

Let’s have fun strolling the delightful and historic Mississippi district, while eating brunch! This neighborhood is a perfect way to experience a food tour in …More

Portland, USA

5.0 (21)

Brunch on Mississippi Food Tour

Let’s have fun strolling the delightful and historic Mississippi district, while eating brunch! This neighborhood is a perfect way to experience a food tour in...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$119

Private San Francisco Open-Air Jeep Tour (3 Hours, Max 6)

See the San Francisco sights you want to see in an open-air convertible Jeep, at a pace that suits your group. Enjoy this 3-hour exploration …More

San Francisco, USA

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Private San Francisco Open-Air Jeep Tour (3 Hours, Max 6)

See the San Francisco sights you want to see in an open-air convertible Jeep, at a pace that suits your group. Enjoy this 3-hour exploration...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (51)

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$103

Our Washington, D.C. VIP Private Tours are conducted with a luxurious Black Suburban, Black Ford Transit Executive Van or a Black Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van …More

Washington DC, USA

4.8 (26)

VIP Private Tour of Washington DC

Our Washington, D.C. VIP Private Tours are conducted with a luxurious Black Suburban, Black Ford Transit Executive Van or a Black Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (26)

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$740

Zion National Park/Kolob Terrace Private 1/2 Day Sightseeing Tour

We will get you away from the crowds so that you can experience the solitude and beauty that is expected when traveling to Zion. Learn …More

Virgin River, USA

4.8 (85)

Zion National Park/Kolob Terrace Private 1/2 Day Sightseeing Tour

We will get you away from the crowds so that you can experience the solitude and beauty that is expected when traveling to Zion. Learn...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (85)

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$200

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for North America Half-day Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for North America Half-day Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly North America Half-day Tours are:

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Which North America Half-day Tours have Instant Confirmation?

North America Half-day Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which North America Half-day Tours have Free Cancellation?

North America Half-day Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which North America Half-day Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North America Half-day Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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