Top Activities on the Ground in USA - page 2

Take a break from the crowds and the Strip and discover the sandstone rock formations, dramatic canyons, and otherworldly scenery of Valley of Fire State Park on this small-group tour from Las Vegas. Enjoy an easy walk past highlights such as Elephant Rock and Fire Canyon, admire ancient petroglyphs, and visit the Lost City Museum, dedicated to early Pueblo culture.

If you’re planning to explore Acadia National Park but would like to do so on your own time without a group holding you back, this Acadia National Park e-bike Rental is the perfect solution. This e-bike rental gives you an e-bike and all the equipment you need for a day roaming the park’s carriage roads, as well as Park Loop Road. Plus, with an e-bike, you decide when to be active.

Cycle along San Francisco’s waterfront—and enjoy some of the city's most scenic views—on this guided bike tour. Pass Fisherman’s Wharf and the historic Presidio, cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and admire Alcatraz Island and the Pacific Ocean. After arriving in charming Sausalito, take your time exploring before catching the ferry (additional expense) back to San Francisco. With a one-day bike rental, you can continue your adventure at your own pace.

Take in rare aerial views of the natural landscape on Kauai's premier zipline experience. Multiple courses available with your admission ticket include the longest zipline in Hawaii, a tandem line with aerial views of Kipu Ranch, and a course that ends in a refreshing dip in a lava rock swimming hole. With plenty of options and complimentary cookies, AdrenaLine is a popular choice for both visiting and local families.

Get a new perspective on Kauai as you soar through lush forests and over the Waita Reservoir on the island’s longest ziplines. While cruising across the 8-track course near Koloa, hang on to the handlebars or try some more daring acrobatic stunts with the hands-free ‘Flyin' Kauai'an’ harness. It's an intimate, small-group experience capped at 12 people.

Switch up sightseeing for an adrenaline rush with this guided zipline experience on Oahu's North Shore. Leave all the planning and organization to someone else, as you enjoy an itinerary of activities that includes a short ATV ride, rappelling, sky bridges, and multiple ziplines. Feel confident under the supervision of your guides, as you take in scenic views of the island that you can't see anywhere else.

Explore Nashville from a local's perspective on this city tour with a local guide. Aboard an open-air, low-speed vehicle, cruise through Nashville to see numerous landmarks and other sightseeing locations. Notable sights along this tour include Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium, Music Row, The Gulch, and Marathon Village. Select a morning, afternoon, or evening tour when booking.

Soar above the Maui treetops, enjoy unforgettable ocean views, and see the island from a whole new perspective that lots of tourists miss during this zipline adventure tour. At a historic World War ll base, "Camp Maui", you fly across several ziplines, cross the high-altitude suspension bridge, and try other obstacle challenges to put your abilities to the test.

Central Park in NYC is so massive that it's difficult to cover its major highlights on foot. Hop into a private pedicab and see more of this leafy oasis with ease while listening to stories about its history from your guide. Glide past highlights such as Bethesda Fountain and Strawberry Fields John Lennon memorial, stopping for photos in beautiful spots. Warm blankets are provided in winter for added comfort.

Enjoying a thrilling and high-octane way to immerse yourself in Louisiana’s wild swamp ecosystems—and try out a range of courses and options—with this zipline experience. Pick from one of many available start times, make your own way to the Maurepas Swamp near Lake Ponchartrain and get suited up in your gear. From the cypress treetops, try out five different ziplines, a suspension bridge, and more.

Soar through the air on a 3-hour zipline tour in Talkeetna. See the entire Alaska Range, the Susitna and Chulitna Valleys, and the south side of Denali as you zip from platform to platform. Your guide provides thorough instructions and equipment so that you can zipline safely and enjoy your flight.

Explore the lighthouses of the South Portland Greenbelt Pathway by bicycle with this guided tour. You'll visit Bug Light, Point Ledge Light, and Portland Head Light with a local guide. You'll also have the chance to stop at a local food truck for a lunch of lobster rolls before returning to your starting point.

Head out to the Columbia River Gorge for half a day of visiting cascading waterfalls and scenic overlooks with this tour from Portland. You'll visit Multnomah Falls, the highest waterfall in the state, as well as lesser-known falls throughout the region. You'll also have the chance to take mini-hikes in the area to get better views of waterfalls and the surrounding scenery.

Don’t let Alaska’s best scenery pass you by from your car window. On this small-group tour, follow your guide on an e-bike, traveling the ultra-scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, one of the most beautiful coastal trails in the nation. Taking it easy on your pedal-assisted cruiser, nab views of Cook Inlet, the Alaska Mountains, downtown Anchorage, and so much more—including all the wildlife Alaska is known for.

Sedona has some of the most impressive sights in all of Arizona, but by going on big tours of the area, you can sometimes miss out on views by being blocked or by rushing through areas faster than you’d like to. This Sedona Self-Guided E-bike Tour allows you to explore Red Rock sights and the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village at your own pace by e-bike.

Discover Asheville’s noteworthy landmarks and architectural gems while covering plenty of ground. 3 Hours (Approximately) tour by electric bike lets you safely navigate Asheville’s hilly terrain. Follow your guide through city streets, greenways, and picturesque neighborhoods. At carefully chosen viewpoints, you’ll stop to hear the stories behind historical sites.

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.

Make the most of your time in port in Ketchikan and discover Alaska’s natural wonders and cultural heritage on this half-day small-group tour. Enjoy a guided walk through the rainforest, stopping to admire a waterfall and native flora. And visit a Totem Park: learn about the ancient Alaskan tradition, the cultural heritage of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people, and explore a magnificently carved clan house.

The desert outside Las Vegas is built for off-road driving, but you need the right vehicle and somewhere to do it legally. Drive a specially outfitted utility task vehicle (UTC) at Adrenaline Mountain, a private park on the edge of the city, after a run-through of the controls and safety gear. From there, you follow a guide along custom trails cut through the desert terrain, taking the wheel yourself the whole way.

A stroll along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is a great Anchorage outdoors activity, but you can cover much more ground on a bicycle. This small-group guided bicycle tour begins at Kincaid Park and shows you the beauty of the Cook Inlet, with views of Denali and, possibly, moose along the way.

The city of Hilo is surrounded by some of Hawaii’s most incredible scenery—see it all from a whole new perspective on this private 7-line Hilo ziplining experience. Start off small and gradually increase the length and height of each zipline, keeping the excitement ramped up as you go. Learn about traditional Hawaiian agriculture, and once you’re comfortable sitting in the harness and feeling the exhilarating rush, prepare for the dramatic crossing that’s one of the longest ziplines in Hawaii.

Explore the famous monuments and memorials of Washington DC by night on this small-group (or private) sightseeing tour. Hop aboard an open-air, electric vehicle and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nation’s capital. Travel by the wealth of famous attractions, with views of the Washington Monument, the White House, and many other landmarks lit up after dark, and don't forget to bring your camera to capture this magical time of day.

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.

Get a new perspective on Oahu as you zipline through the Ka'a'awa Valley rainforest at Kualoa Ranch. Fly safely down fourteen tandem cables, then cross two suspension bridges that swing over rushing streams. Learn about the native plant and animal life that abounds in this lush valley from your adventure guides, who are there to ensure your comfort and safety. No zipline experience is necessary.