Top California Bus Tours - page 2

Enjoy a thrilling new way to explore San Diego Bay—and enjoy speed, splashes, and spins along the way—on this high-speed jet boat tour. As you race along the scenic waterway, spot landmarks including the USS Midway, Coronado Island, Seaport Village, the Embarcadero, and the city skyline. Then, hang on as your captain takes your boat into power slides, 360-degree spins, and other high-octane maneuvers.

(2,768)

from $95

San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Get to know Lake Tahoe while keeping your eyes on the road and the magnificent scenery with a private self-guided audio tour designed for listening in your own car. This GPS-powered app includes offline maps and pre-recorded commentary to guide you through must-see locations and hidden gems. Start and stop the tour whenever you like, and explore Tahoe at your own pace with lifetime access.

(431)

from $45

Special Offer

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

All Inclusive Temecula Wine Tour - Tastings, Lunch, Hotel Pickup

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Cruise off the coast of Orange County in search of whales on this excursion from Newport Beach. Watch the rugged, beautiful scenery of the Pacific Coast glide by as you listen to interesting commentary from your crew about the native California marine life. Watch for blows and tail slaps; these signals indicate that humpback, minke, grey, finback, or giant blue whales are nearby. Dolphins and other marine life are also in abundance during this family-friendly, year-round whale watching tour.

(731)

from $139

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(1,016)

from $39

Special Offer

Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

See all of San Francisco's top sights and attractions in one hassle-free way with this combination sightseeing package. With a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass, you have the flexibility to explore the city at your own pace, including highlights such as Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more. This package also includes ferry admission tickets to Alcatraz Island, the Aquarium by the Bay, and a panoramic sunset tour.

Best of SF: Alcatraz Island, Ferry, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Best of SF: Alcatraz Island, Ferry, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

2 days

4.2

(663)

from $120

Special Offer

Small Group: Ultimate Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from San Francisco

Get a taste of Northern California's famous wine country and its gastronomy on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Stop en route for photo ops of the Golden Gate Bridge. Then, enjoy wine tastings in two Napa and Sonoma wineries while learning about the area’s history and viticulture. Choose your own lunch option to suit your budget, or add on another wine tasting in Sonoma Square.

Small Group: Ultimate Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from San Francisco

9 hoursFree Cancellation

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

(1,285)

from $67

50 minutes

4.6

(323)

from $31

See the best of San Francisco in one day on this guided tour that includes all transportation and admission to Alcatraz. Visit multiple locations in the city, including Chinatown, Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf, and Haight-Ashbury, with plenty of stops for photo ops. Cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy a hike through the beautiful redwood trees in Muir Woods. If you've upgraded, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, where you can explore with an award-winning audio-guided tour of the former federal prison.

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Avoid the crowds, confusion, and limitations of large buses and discover San Francisco by luxury minivan. This half-day, small-group tour takes offers the perfect city overview. Stop for photo opportunities at some of San Francisco's most popular attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and learn more from your guide's stories. By the end of the tour, you'll have seen the best of the City by the Bay.

(1,537)

from $119

Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(878)

from $129

Small-Group City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

Los Angeles is filled with must-see landmarks, from the Hollywood Walk of Fame to Rodeo Drive and the legendary Sunset Strip. But sights are spread out, and finding parking can be challenging. Skip the stress of getting around on your own on this small-group sightseeing tour, which ticks off the highlights in just half a day. Ride around by air-conditioned private vehicle, soaking up the sights without stressing over driving.

Small-Group City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour

(556)

from $89

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(2,145)

from $39

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—in a single tour from San Francisco. Enjoy comfortable transportation in a luxury small-group tour van, including a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge, so you can focus on the scenery instead of driving. Your Alcatraz admission includes the ferry ride and audio tour, with free time to explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

7 to 8 hours

4.6

(1,198)

from $159

Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

2 hours

4.7

(701)

from $65

Join our seasoned guides with a passion for the ocean for a snorkeling session to see the world underneath the waves. We offer high-quality dive gear and wetsuits to keep you comfortable in the cool ocean temperatures. Leopard sharks, sea turtles, Garibaldi, and sea lions are just some of the sea life you might witness. We’ll tour the famous La Jolla shoreline and make our way to the famous Emerald Cave. (Participants must know how to swim.)

Snorkeling Adventure in La Jolla

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(213)

from $55

6 Hour Napa or Sonoma Valley Wine Tour by Private SUV

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit Yosemite National Park without the hassle of planning a long day of driving or coordinating park logistics from San Francisco. Traveling in a small group, you'll journey through California’s Central Valley before exploring Yosemite Valley’s most famous sights, including Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls. A stop among giant sequoias adds another iconic California landscape to the experience.

(258)

from $390

Per group

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Hollywood and Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour

(4,005)

from $239

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Napa Valley Small Group Winery Tour

(707)

from $39

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the best of Los Angeles, and make the most of your time, on a private day tour with your own guide and vehicle. Tailor the itinerary to your interests, skipping any stops you're not interested in. Get an insider’s glimpse of Tinseltown as you stroll the Hollywood Walk of Fame, watch for celebrities as you tour Rodeo Drive and the city's exclusive neighborhoods, then take in views of the Hollywood sign and towering downtown skyscrapers.

(1,041)

from $151

Privately Customized Tour of Los Angeles

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(47)

from $219

Discover the highlights of Los Angeles on a small-group full-day tour from Anaheim. Visit famous movie and TV locales such as Hollywood's Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Sign, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, and the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. Stop for lunch at the farmer's market, then wind down your day at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Your small-group tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels Anaheim Resort Area and Buena Park.

Anaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

A drive through Yosemite National Park is one of the most spectacular road experiences imaginable, with the valley’s distinctive granite walls and awe-inspiring rock formations rising up along the curving mountain roads. Enhance your journey with this private self-guided audio tour that gives you a wealth of facts and local tips along with driving directions along your route. The app-based service offers several suggested itineraries and uses GPS to deliver relevant information based on your location.

(898)

from $92

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

8 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(95)

from $20

Per group

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Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Aileen_D, Jul 2026

Informative & Interesting! Helpful & easy to use!

I really appreciated this app! It was so easy to get the app on my phone, and I'm not the best with technology! It gave us directions as we were driving and checking out Lk. Tahoe, and also mentioned interesting history as we passed different places, as well as mentioning places of interest, rest areas and viewing areas along our drive. You stop wherever you wish, and the audio automatically picks up wherever you left off. I will definitely look to download another app like this when I travel somewhere new by car. Very affordable for all the info it gives you!

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Crista_K, Jun 2026

Awesome tour guide!

Awesome ride for beginners! We opted for the family friendly coastal Monterey & 17 mile drive tour. Our group was small (6). Our tour guide, Katie was outstanding! Very friendly and accommodating staff. First experience with E-Bike. Highly recommend it! Loved it.

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Harsha_K, Jun 2026

Fun trip

my tour of Monterrey, Carmel, and the iconic 17-Mile Drive was absolutely incredible, largely thanks to our amazing guide, Eric. From the moment the tour started, Eric brought fantastic energy, local knowledge, and a great sense of humor that kept everyone engaged. He knew all the best spots to stop for photos—from the dramatic coastlines to the Lone Cypress—and shared fascinating history and stories about the area that we never would have discovered on our own. Eric truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a memorable experience. Highly recommend!

San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Alec_L, Jun 2026

Fun Tour To Muir Woods ans Sausalito!

It was a fun experience with Patrick our guide. He’s knowledgeable about the tour and funny with jokes at the same time. If he could tone down the jokes a bit and not step over our personal boundary more than once, then he’ll make an excellent tour guide.

Anaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour

Amy_B, Jun 2026

Awesome time!

We had a really good time with Alberto. He was really knowledgeable and kept us entertained. We were only in town (Anehiem) Sunday to Saturday with Disneyland, Disney California Adventures, and Universal Studios Hollywood booked. We didn't really have time to do much of anything else other than this tour and we got to experience LA and it was great! Highly recommend. I would also recommend being early back to the bus as a courtsey to everyone around you. This makes the trip much smoother. Set an alarm clock for when you need to go back to the bus and go. You will get to see more.

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Donna_L, Jun 2026

Mitch made great memories for us!

Mitch is an outstanding tour guide and driver! He provided us an enjoyable experience in Yosemite and is a fantastic cheerleader for reluctant hikers(I actually made it to see Grizzly Giant Sequoia). He provided regular breaks and opportunities to stretch our legs as well as interesting information about the park. It was a great tour. Now, the room at the Lodge was disappointing—the place badly needs a remodel and update! That’s no fault of the tour company—I requested staying there onsite. Others had a choice of staying offsite. The dining room at the lodge was nice and our filet of beef was delicious. Breakfast in the breakfast/lunch facility was like MCDonalds but not as tasty. There’s a Starbucks there as well with basic choices only. So the natural areas of the park are the highlight and plan to be underwhelmed with accommodations except the dining room!

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

Joanne_C, May 2026

Brilliant tour, absolutely loved it.

Fantastic tour! Absolutely loved it. Wylie, our guide, was great, really entertaining and had lots of knowledge and fun facts about the city and the films and TV shows that were filmed there, we even had a bonus location at the end for one party who were fans of a certain show. Three hours felt like 20min! Would definitely recommend for anyone considering this. Really enjoyed it.

Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

Gregor_S, May 2026

Fab tour of Catalina Island for time poor tourists

We booked this round robin trip around Catalina, having docked via our cruise (Ahoy, Virgin Voyagers). Being able to see the island and learn more about it from a local made this even more special. Great experience for tourists who have less than 4/5 hours to explore Catalina.

Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

Janelle_K, Mar 2026

The captain knew where to...

The captain knew where to go and was in contact with other boats about what they were seeing. He was great about telling us what side of the boat we needed to be in. And he said we saw an incredible 7 whales on our trip, as well as several groups of dolphins. They had drinks and made burgers available for purchase.

Snorkeling Adventure in La Jolla

Jay_K, Aug 2025

Great Experience Snorkeling

The tour was fantastic. Our guide, Jane, was knowledgeable and pleasant. We never would have done the cave without her. We felt safe in the water with her too. We had a great time and would not hesitate to book a tour with them again. If I can give one piece of advice to people taking the tour, Bring $5. We wanted to tip her at the end but of course left our money in the car for safety.