Top California Bus Tours - page 2

Discover the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Enjoy early park entry and comfortable hotel pickup from major San Francisco hotels. Spot supersized natural wonders such as Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and sequoia groves, and spend several hours exploring the park’s wonders on your own. Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older pay an additional park entry fee.

(1,038)

from $151

El Capitan creates a striking backdrop for visitors photos on this day trip to Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

15 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(3,543)

from $215

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(6,452)

from $99

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.

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

3 to 4 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.

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(1,011)

from $39

See more of San Francisco without the hassle of navigating steep streets, traffic, or public transit on your own. This small-group tour combines comfortable transportation with expert commentary, making it easy to get oriented while exploring the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. Travel from Chinatown and North Beach to Haight-Ashbury, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Presidio, Lombard Street, and the Golden Gate Bridge in a single outing.

San Francisco Afternoon City Tour Small-Group Half-Day

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(332)

from $79

Experience San Francisco the easy way, and that takes the stress out of planning with this hassle-free guided tour. Skip securing hard-to-get Muir Woods parking or juggling multiple reservations—this tour has got it all covered. Explore the city’s neighborhoods, snap photos at the Golden Gate Bridge, and stroll beneath towering redwoods. Upgrade to the full-day tour and enjoy free time in Sausalito and an extended tour of the city.

San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

4 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

(780)

from $119

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,089)

from $75

Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

2 hours

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this small-group tour by vintage Volkswagen bus, decorated with long eyelashes so you can't miss your tour vehicle. You'll pass by neighborhoods like Chinatown, Union Square, Pacific Heights, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Marina, and Hayes Valley, plus see the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Civic Center, and more.

(698)

from $65

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

In just four hours, experience the scenic highlights of San Diego and its neighboring areas. Watch sea lions and pelicans on the beaches of La Jolla and capture fantastic views from the top of Mt Soledad. Soak up the Old World elegance of the mansions and Hotel Del on Coronado Island, and find peace in the urban oasis of Balboa Park. Wind through downtown and Old Town San Diego, learning about the city’s history along the way. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just 14 people.

(2,267)

from $82

Spare yourself the headache of car rental and navigation with round-trip bus transit from San Francisco to Muir Woods. Listen to live commentary during the drive, then explore the park on your own. Next, stop by the scenic seaside town of Sausalito, and stroll independently. Afterwards, relax during your return journey through the Marin Headlands. Upgrade to add on a hop-on hop-off bus tour and enjoy a self-guided Chinatown walking tour.

San Diego Scenic Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(599)

from $92

San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(293)

from $84

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

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.

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

8 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(94)

from $20

Per group

Savor the best of Napa and Sonoma wine country with ease on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy scenic photo stops, and visit renowned wineries in Napa and Sonoma. Taste award-winning wines, explore charming Sonoma Plaza, and discover gems that can include Artesa Winery and Madonna Estate. Enjoy guided commentary, round-trip transport, and tastings, making this tour a relaxing and memorable one.

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(4,531)

from $165

Drive down one of the most scenic roads in California on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cruise along the coast-hugging Highway 1, passing Pebble Beach on the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Enjoy free time to explore Monterey, where you can stroll down Steinbeck’s Cannery Row or visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium (own expense). Then enjoy free time to explore Carmel-by-the-Sea before returning to San Francisco.

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Explore Sonoma Valley wine on a small-group tasting tour from San Francisco to boutique wineries, making sightseeing stops along the way. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enter Sonoma's rolling landscape of golden hills and vineyards, and enjoy a series of guided tastings, learning about Sonoma wine varietals and terroir as you sip. After your time in Sonoma, pause in the artists' colony of Sausalito, with the option to return to San Francisco by ferry for great views across the San Francisco Bay.

(209)

from $55

Charlotte, team leader of the Van team, prefers drinking in views of the fall colors in the vineyards!

Small-Group Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(1,617)

from $179

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

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

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(551)

from $89

Enjoy sublime coastal scenery as you spot marine life during this kayaking trip to La Jolla’s sea caves and ecological reserve. Paddle alongside your expert naturalist guide as you observe the numerous species of birds, dolphins, sea lions, and even orcas of the area. Kayak among the lush kelp beds that grow in the reserve and, if conditions permit, explore inside the sea caves that dot the rocky coastline.

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour For Two (Tandem Kayak)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(1,329)

from $79

Per group

Experience Yosemite National Park without the challenge of a long drive from San Francisco or the hassle of planning a day’s sightseeing on your own. Travel by coach to some of the park’s most iconic viewpoints, including Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Valley, with time to explore independently. It’s an easy way to combine guided sightseeing with the freedom to experience Yosemite at your own pace.

Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(955)

from $219

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

Semi Private Yosemite Tour with Ahwahnee Lunch and Hotel Pickup

8 hoursFree Cancellation

San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle

(115)

from $250

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What are people saying about California

Jamison_L, Jun 2026

Muir woods

Jeffrey was so GREAT!! He added onto the tour and showed us really cool parts of the city. His vibe was so chill as funny. My ten year old and I had such a good time. Muir Woods was of course beautiful. Also, Jeffrey waited for everyone to arrive and went out of his way to make sure they made it back to the bus. Even gave a couple different drop off locations. Great tour with great, chill, guide.

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

Sarah_G, Jun 2026

Family/Date Fun

Lots of eBike options. 7 yr old rode tandem with my husband, sturdy cage around child. We did intermediate tour and this was our 1st eBike ride. Intermediate tour was easy enough for beginners. Some twists & turns you must be cautious as no bike lanes. There are lots of runners, dog walkers, and other bikes on the road, drivers stayed below 25 mph when passing group ride. Beautiful scenery and tour guide was very informative on Monterey Bay Marine life & history. Several stops along the route to rest including Pebble Beach Golf Course market for snacks/deli lunch. Tour left at 10am and weather was great. My legs are not sore as I rode throttle most of way, 15-20 mph whole ride (maxed out at 25 mph downhill). Will do again as solo ride rental.

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.

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Bedford_M, Jun 2026

Enjoying Lake Tahoe

We enjoyed the self guided tour around Lake Tahoe. The information was enjoyable and helpful in our explorations. The history provided was very interesting and also informative. We will definitely use another self guided tour in the future and recommend to others.

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.

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

Kelli_Y, May 2026

Best 1st winery visit

Omgeee it was amazing!! We got to go to the Wilson Creek winery first that was my favorite!! They gave us a tour and history of how wine is created from start to finish. And then all the little details about how they make the corks was sooo cool. The wine tasting was amazing straight from the barrel and then at the bar. Then the 2nd winery we ate lunch had the most amazing red paired a brownie so delicious! It was the Montepucciano. Then lastly we went to the Wien winery had the best selection of reds n whites. I want to go back and visit Ponte winery.

Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

Lisa_M, Apr 2026

A perfect place to unplug for the day

The bus is beautiful, so if you are into vintage cars or automobiles just in general, you’ll love being on this bus. The tour guide was funny and very knowledgeable about the sites on the tour. He even gave information about the city so if you are looking to move to Avalon, you actually have insider information as to where to start.

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.

Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe

Ashley_l, Sept 2025

Wonderful

The pilot was great. He was knowledgeable about the area an took the time to inspect his aircraft before takeoff. This put my mind at ease since i was watching my loved ones experience this. It was my significant other an son's first time on a helicopter. The guys said they enjoyed the experience an they said the only thing that would've made it better would be a longer ride.

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.