Top California Holidays

Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history, and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides and enjoy six gourmet tastings. Sample luscious desserts and unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants, and cutting-edge artisanal products.

Witness the stunning Santa Barbara sunset aboard the Azure Seas yacht. Departing from Stearns Wharf, this 1.5-hour cruise offers breathtaking views of the coastline and the majestic Santa Ynez mountains. Perfect for romantic evenings or gatherings with friends and family, the cruise features a full bar with local wines, craft beers, cocktails and delicious snacks (available for purchase). - 1.5-hour sunset cruise from Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara - Full bar onboard with local wines and craft beer options (credit card only, no cash) **All Viator bookings are main-deck. ***Our boats do not accommodate wheelchairs, canes, or walkers.

Explore Long Beach Harbor on a boat tour focused on maritime activity, local wildlife, and coastal history. Cruise through an active port with views of the skyline, historic ships, and harbor infrastructure. Along the way, your guide provides context on notable shipping operations, naval history, and the role of the harbor in global trade, offering a practical look at one of the world’s busiest ports.

Make exploring Wine Country easy on this tour aboard the Napa Valley Wine Trolley. The open-air cable car is a replica of the historic trolleys seen in San Francisco and offers views of the vineyards as you travel to three or four wineries to sample the local wines (tastings at your own expense). A guide provides commentary about Napa’s rich history. Lunch at one of the wineries is also included for extra convenience.

Give your designated driver a day off and hop aboard the party bus for a fun-filled adventure in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. Enjoy tours and tastings at three vineyards with up to 16 wine samples included. Learn about the region’s signature grape varieties with commentary from your guide and hosts. Between stops, crank up the music, enjoy the scenery, and toast to good times with your fellow travelers.

Napa and Sonoma are two top wine growing regions in California, but deciding where to go can be overwhelming. Take the guesswork out on this small-group guided tour from San Francisco. Enjoy hotel pickup and transfers as you visit two wineries for included tastings, with free time in Sonoma Plaza and photo stops along the way.

Explore one of California's most iconic settings from the beauty of San Francisco Bay. This narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise journeys alongside Alcatraz and Angel Island State Park, past the shores of Sausalito and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You can choose to view the sights from inside your boat or out on deck.

If you're planning on visiting wineries in Paso Robles, do so safely by hiring an insured designated driver. This private transport service uses your own vehicle to take you to and from wineries that are either preplanned by you or recommended by your driver in advance. You'll be escorted to Paso Robles wine country (tasting fees are excluded) and receive recommendations for lunch.

Embark on a unique Wine Country experience with a trip aboard the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. Modeled after the famed cable cars of San Francisco, the trolley shuttles you through Sonoma’s picturesque winemaking region with stops at several top wineries. Taste wines at each estate (tasting fees are a separate expense), and enjoy a delicious complementary lunch en route for an even more seamless experience.

Our luxury trolley wine tour company offers an unforgettable wine-tasting adventure aboard the region’s only luxury trolley, which seamlessly transforms into an open-air or enclosed space with air conditioning or heat—perfect for any weather. Led by fun and knowledgeable guides, our daily customized tours visit three handpicked boutique wineries, where you’ll savor exceptional wines, from sparkling blends to bold reds, crafted by talented local vintners. Your journey begins and ends in historic Old Town Temecula, offering the perfect start and finish to your day, with its charm, convenience, and vibrant atmosphere. Our Luxury trolley wine tasting tour is your ticket to the very best of Temecula wine country.

Sample the best of wine country on this food and wine tour of Healdsburg. Led by a local guide, stroll the charming town and progressively dine your way through several local establishments, including a highly acclaimed tapas bar, a farm-to-fork jewel, and a wine boutique. Learn about the sustainable methods of the chefs and winemakers, and treat your taste buds along the way.

Taste your way through three of Temecula's most popular wineries—and don’t worry about finding your own transportation or designated driver—on this half-day tasting tour. Leave the driving to someone else and relax aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned limousine trolley or SUV. At each stop, taste five to six different wines, and enjoy a charcuterie box along the way. Then, pose for photos taken by your guide to help capture the memories.

Skip the stress of planning routes, reservations, and transportation for a day in Wine Country. This private driver-guided experience lets you customize your winery visits while enjoying a relaxed, seamless journey between stops. With expert planning support and door-to-door service, you can focus on the tastings and scenery instead of the logistics.

Experience wine country like never before—cruising through the vines in a one-of-a-kind sidecar for a private adventure most travelers miss out on. Feel the wind in your hair as you take in stunning landscapes as your guide shares insider knowledge on the vineyard’s journey from vine to bottle. Along the way, stop at picturesque locations for photos ops. Plus, indulge in a wine tasting at the award-winning Cass Winery, savoring the exceptional flavors that make Paso Robles a world-class wine destination.

Skip the hassle of planning a Napa and Sonoma wine day and navigating between regions on your own. This small-group tour combines scenic stops, boutique winery tastings, and time to explore Sonoma Square into one seamless experience. Enjoy a relaxed, well-paced day with optional coastal views, so you can focus on the flavors and scenery instead of the logistics.

Take a tour to three backroads Sonoma wineries, and get more out of your trip to the Sonoma Valley than you would if you explored alone, on this small-group, half-day tour. Not only does your guide pick three impressive wineries to visit (tasting fees own expense), but they also set up a picnic lunch for your group to enjoy in a winery setting. Round-trip transport from your Sonoma hotel is also included, so you can focus on enjoyment and leave the driving to someone else.

Fly over Temecula Valley wine country in a hot air balloon, and see its vineyards, citrus groves, wineries, and estates at sunrise and from high above. Since hot air balloons drift with the wind, every flight is different, making this a unique way to experience the scenic region. Each flight ends with a celebration toast of sparkling wine, cider, or mimosas, to mark the outing as an occasion to remember.

Napa Valley and Sonoma County are held in high regard for their vineyards and wineries. Make the most of what the area has on offer with a customizable transfer service to whisk you from place to place. Pick the wineries you want to visit, then sit back and relax as your private driver transports you there. The included concierge service helps you to select and book tastings (own expense)—so there's nothing to arrange yourself.

Discover the Napa Valley at a relaxed pace on a full-day, small-group tour. Comfortable transportation collects you from your local Napa Valley hotel and carries your group to three distinct wineries, where you can enjoy tastings at your own expense. Listen to live commentary and ask questions at any time. Your experience also includes a complimentary picnic lunch at a charming winery.

Take in panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline and Alcatraz Island, and sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, on a relaxing San Francisco Bay cruise. Sit indoors or savor cool bay breezes from an outdoor deck and experience San Francisco in a new way. This ticket allows you to skip the line and go straight to the gate. Access an audio guide via your smartphone or other device.

Tour Santa Barbara wine country with a guide on this full-day small-group outing. Perfect for couples and small groups who appreciate exclusivity, this tour visits intimate, family-owned vineyards not typically open to the general public. Get the VIP treatment with tours of the cellars and vineyards, often with the owners themselves.

Discover the great wines of the Santa Ynez valley during a 5-hour wine tour. This part of Santa Barbara's heralded wine country is home to more than 120 mostly family-owned wineries. You can customize your itinerary in consultation with your private guide to create a half-day tour itinerary that visits the places of your choosing. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Lompoc, Buellton, Los Olivos, Solvang, Los Alamo, and Santa Ynez.

Discover the natural and manmade beauty of 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike tour from Pacific Grove. The e-bike allows you to cover more ground without getting worn out. The tour is great for the whole family, with the option to ride tandem with children weighing up to 120 lbs (54 kgs). Along the way, learn about the area from your guide and make stops at impressive viewpoints.