Top Activities on the Ground in North America - page 6

Experience the thrill of soaring through the Tongass National Forest without having to sort out logistics on a small-group zipline excursion from Ketchikan. Glide across eight zip lines, walk suspension bridges, and rappel in the forest, keeping an eye out for all sorts of wildlife along the way. As an added bonus, you'll stop by a totem park, a historic sawmill, and an old blacksmith shop.

Known for its steep granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia groves, and diversity of wildlife, Yosemite National Park is something you don’t want to miss. On this small group day trip, you can leave the logistics to a tour guide so all you have to do is enjoy the great outdoors. You have both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, with the chance to explore more of the park however you wish.

Explore Mt. Rainier National Park's highlights on this day tour featuring glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and old growth forests. From Seattle, you'll head to the park and take guided shorter hikes from the Visitor Center at Paradise, including a one-mile walk to a picnic near giant glaciers. See Reflection Lake, Narada Falls, and Christine Falls. In winter and spring (November-June), snowshoeing replaces hiking—no experience required.

Discover Acadia National Park’s stunning Carriage Roads on a 22-mile guided e-bike tour, featuring premium Class I e-bikes for a smooth and enjoyable ride. Limited to eight riders, this top-rated tour includes stops at iconic spots like Jordan Pond House and Eagle Lake, with plenty of time for photos and relaxation. Led by expert guides, you’ll uncover the park’s rich history, hidden viewpoints, and natural wonders at a comfortable pace. Minimum age is 16 years.

Discover the natural beauty of Yellowstone National Park on a small-group, full-day guided tour. Learn more about the park's geothermal sites and visit the top landmarks of the lower loop, including the mud volcanoes, the Grand Canyon, the Norris Geyser Basin, and the Old Faithful Geyser. There are plenty of stops for snapping photos and admiring the scenery—you may even spot the bears and bison that roam the area.

Experience the thrill of soaring through a Rocky Mountain landscape on some of the longest ziplines in Colorado. The small group size ensures more personalized attention as you whiz through fresh air and admire the scenic landscape below on a series of cables totaling more than 6000 feet (1828 meters) in length. Soak up some of Colorado’s famous sunshine while you hike between the tracks.

Get to know Nashville's pub and brewery scene on this 2-Hour Guided Afternoon or Evening Brewery & Distillery Tour by Golf Cart. With a local guide, visit up to 4 of the city's top breweries or distilleries, where you have the option to try craft beers and other spirits. You may even have the chance to pass by some of Nashville's top murals on the way to tour locations, as well as meet the people behind the drinks and learn how they're made. Please note: Drinks at each stop are at your own expense.

Embark on a Garden Isle adventure away from the crowds with a half-day kayak trip on Kauai’s legendary Wailua River. Paddle through lush tropical landscape with a guide, passing a traditional Hawaiian village and learning about the river’s ancient, sacred history along the way. Feel like an island explorer as you hike to a sparkling waterfall.

Visiting Central Park on foot may sound romantic, but you could spend days exploring this expansive New York City landmark. See more of the park in less time with this private pedicab tour. Let your guide pedal you through the park while you sit back and admire landmarks like the Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and the Boat House, plus the Central Park Mall and Lake.

Take a break from the crowded casinos of Las Vegas—and discover where locals escape to unwind—on this half-day hiking tour of the picture-perfect Red Rock Canyon. With round-trip transit from the Strip, getting into nature is made simple. Upon arrival, your guide helps your group choose from several trail options to match your interests and fitness levels. Enjoy stunning desert and sandstone scenery as you explore the Nevada wilderness.

Located on the outskirts of Las Vegas, the Valley of Fire State Park is a stunning natural wonder that’s best explored on foot. On this guided hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be thousands of years old, and enjoy the colorful desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Hikes of varying difficulty levels and durations (4–6 hours) are available to suit your needs.

Follow your guide on the easiest route to reach the Hollywood Sign on this narrated walking tour. All ages are welcome, so bring the entire family. Make sure your cameras are charged for taking shots of views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Beach, the Hollywood Reservoir, the Hollywood Sign itself, and much more. Ask your guide for any other LA tips if you like, too.

Haleakala's summit sits at over 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) on Maui, and catching sunrise from the crater requires a pre-dawn drive up the mountain road plus a National Park reservation for sunrise viewing—logistics that are hard to manage solo on limited sleep. This tour covers the drive up Haleakala for sunrise, then a bike ride downhill from 6,500 feet (1,981 meters). Finally, hop aboard a shuttle to explore the town of Makawao.

Beer and bikes are two of Denverites’ favorite things, which makes this the perfect way to check out downtown Denver. The nine-mile ride takes you down riverside paths, up neighborhood streets, and through downtown via the city’s extensive bike lane system. Check out the sports stadiums, historic buildings, and many public art installations, then refuel at a local tap room toward the end fo the tour. Guests are responsible for their own bar tabs.

Experience Alaska’s forests and tundra from the only zipline course in the Denali National Park region. Soar over the trees during a half-day ziplining experience just outside the national park. Guides lead you along a course with six suspension bridges and seven ziplines. Remember to pause and admire the landscape on this memorable tour that promises exhilarating thrills, incredible scenery, and a fun challenge.

Get to know the best of Toronto on this guided, 3.5-hour bike tour. Learn about the history, culture and architecture of the largest city in Canada, along with some of its fascinating stories and facts. Ride through the bustling downtown district as well a few scenic areas off the beaten path. This tour includes the sights and sounds of the CN Tower, Chinatown, Kensington Market, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto City Hall and much more. Use of a bike and helmet, plus granola bars and water are included.

The lush Manoa Valley Rainforest, home to a 150-foot (45-meter) waterfall, is a star attraction on Oahu, having been featured in movies such as 'Jurassic Park.' Getting there independently can be tricky, so join this guided tour that takes you there along an easy trail while introducing you to interesting Hawaiian cultural facts and history. Includes a healthy lunch made with local, organic products.

Immerse yourself in the nature of the Big Island and prepare to get wet on this full-day small-group waterfall adventure tour of the Kohala coast. Drive up the Kona coast past lava flows, and take in sweeping views along the way. Then, enjoy a guided hike through a private nature reserve, admire the several waterfalls, and cool off with a dip under the final cascade, with a picnic lunch included.

Experience a stunning Hawaiian sunrise from the top of Maui's Haleakala National Park and then bike down the dormant volcano during this exciting adventure. Transportation is provided to the top of the crater to watch the sunrise before riding your bike down the slopes on a guided tour. Your bike ride ends in the historic town of Makawao where you can explore and have breakfast at your leisure.

Ride effortlessly across Ile d'Orleans with this guided electric bike tour in Quebec City. Focus on the scenery and experience while your guide navigates, making stops for tastings of chocolate, berries, wine, and beer at local farms and a family-run vineyard. Along the way, hear commentary on the area's culture, agriculture, and history, and finish with a beer tasting at Quebec's oldest microbrewery.

An extensive network of bike paths makes Montreal the perfect place to explore by bicycle, but navigating them as a newcomer can be confusing. This e-bike tour covers the city center’s most important sites with a guide so you can focus on the views rather than a map. Pedal through downtown, Old Montreal, and the banks of the St. Lawrence River as a guide shares stories about Montreal history and culture.

Hiking on glaciers can be intimidating, but by booking a guided tour you can explore the Exit Glacier with the security of a guide to lead the way. A trip for fit and adventurous hikers, this tour begins with a steep hike that gets you off-the-beaten-path and away from the hoards of tourists that flock to more accessible glaciers.

Seeing the highlights of Mt. Rainer National Park in one day can be difficult if you don’t know where to go and downright impossible if you don’t have a car. Make your trip easy (and leave the driving to someone else) with this small-group tour from Seattle. Depending on when you visit, you might see wildflower meadows, alpine vistas, and waterfalls, either on a hike or on a snowshoe adventure.

See Atlanta by bicycle on a tour that features beautiful neighborhoods, local artists, and historic landmarks. Cycling Atlanta can be intimidating if you don’t know the city's safe bike routes, but this tour is designed to follow quiet roads and paths. Along the way, you’ll get a local take on Atlanta’s vibrant culture, from a graffiti hotspot to the tree-lined lanes of Inman Park.