All California Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Price varies by group size

(6,360)

from $99

Soar over Palm Springs on the Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of the desert. Ascending to 5,783 feet (1,790 meters), the tram transports you to the San Jacinto Mountains. View unspoiled wilderness, including mountain spires and Ponderosa pine trees, during your ascent. Disembark and explore the area around Mountain Station, which includes a cocktail lounge, restaurant and observation deck. Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski on the trails in the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area around Mountain Station.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(2,062)

from $34

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes famous landmarks and celebrity homes. Travel between sites on an open-air bus, which helps cover more ground than a walking tour and offers great photo opportunities too. Highlights include the Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverley Hills, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood, and a selection of famous homes and celebrity hotspots.

(3,867)

from $239

Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus

(2,823)

from $39

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

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.

Temecula Wine Tour - 3 Wineries Guided By Local Experts

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's most famous landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 24 or 48 hours. Visit big-name attractions such as Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, and Union Square. Explore at your own pace, hopping off at any of 17 stops. Add-on options include Aquarium by the Bay admission, a digital Chinatown walking tour, a panoramic sunset tour, and a half-day wine tour

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from $100

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Optional Sunset Tour

4.1

(4,617)

from $56

San Diego Harbor Cruise

4.5

(3,114)

from $37

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

This is a great choice for time-tight travelers visiting Los Angeles. Save hours researching the best things to do in the city, and instead, go on a special tour that visits the city’s most photogenic spots and famous locations. Along the way, listen to commentary and stop to take photos near the Hollywood Sign, the American Film Academy, the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and Rodeo Drive.

Temecula Valley Wine Tour with Tastings & Lunch Included

3 Hour Los Angeles Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Los Angeles is filled with must-see landmarks, from the famous Hollywood sign to Santa Monica Pier. But neighborhoods are spread out, and it can be tough to make much progress with limited time to spare. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this easy half-day tour covers the highlights by luxury bus. Depart from Hollywood or Santa Monica, and take in destinations like Rodeo Drive and Griffith Observatory without dedicating days to sightseeing.

(711)

from $109

Likely to Sell Out

Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops & free time

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

(2,084)

from $69

Likely to Sell Out

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Meet some of the world's most exotic animals with your admission ticket to the renowned San Diego Zoo, one of California's top family-friendly attractions. More than 4,000 animals representing 800 species live in this state-of-the-art zoo, including some that are rarely seen at other zoos. Admire the animals and go in-depth during daily keeper talks. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo. Ticket must be redeemed on travel date selected. Tickets must be purchased at least one day prior to visit.

(1,234)

from $119

San Diego Zoo 1-Day Pass: Any Day Ticket

1 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(4,526)

from $78

San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

(158)

from $76

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Tijuana, Mexico, without getting lost on this day trip from San Diego, a great choice for first-time visitors. Visit cultural attractions, sample authentic Mexican street food at a sidewalk taco stand, and do some shopping and sightseeing. Opt to walk or take public transportation and experience the city like a local. Your guide can suggest stops and adapt the itinerary to fit the needs of the group.

(1,064)

from $75

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(540)

from $93

Soar above Sonoma and Napa on this award-winning hot air balloon tour, launching at sunrise from a private airport site. Glide peacefully over vineyards, canyons, and into Napa Valley, away from the crowds below. Enjoy sweeping views from the Mayacamas Mountains to the San Francisco skyline. Your all-inclusive experience features pre-flight snacks, stunning scenery, and a celebratory champagne toast, making it an unforgettable way to see wine country.

Wine Country Join-in Flight

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

(267)

from $325

San Francisco Love Tour

Explore some of the top highlights of San Diego with your or or two day trolley pass (depending on option selected) for the city’s Hop-on, Hop-off Trolley Tour. Choose your own adventure as you get on and off the trolley at any of the 11 included stops, covering famous sights including the Gaslamp Quarter, the San Diego Zoo, USS Midway and the Cruise Ship Terminal, Little Italy, and many more. This San Diego trolley tour also features live commentary from the on-board guide during your ride.

(2,972)

from $85

San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

4.7

(2,664)

from $57

Climb aboard a traditional paddlewheeler and embark on a scenic cruise around Lake Tahoe’s world-famous Emerald Lake. Learn about how the bay was formed, hear tales about Fannette Island, and discover Vikingsholm Castle from your included audio guide. Choose to enjoy the scenery and fresh air outside or sit indoors in a climate-controlled seating area. Pack light: lunch and a full-service bar are available for purchase.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(645)

from $105

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

14 to 15 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the night sky in Joshua Tree with a guided stargazing tour designed for clarity and ease. Learn to identify constellations, planets, and celestial objects with the help of a guide using laser pointers and pre-programmed telescopes. This structured setup removes the complexity of independent stargazing, allowing you to focus on observing and understanding the sky in a dark, desert environment.

Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree

Wine Country Join-in Flight

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from $200

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What are people saying about California

Teresa_R, May 2026

A Perfect Experience

Our hot air balloon experience was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was well organized and professional. Our pilot, Mateo, was outstanding—calm, knowledgeable, and experienced. The scenery was breathtaking. Watching the sunrise from above and floating peacefully over beautiful landscapes was truly magical. It was an experience we will never forget.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

Lee_A, May 2026

It was a nice day trip

The walk from the parking lot is very steep. As you go to the top it does get colder. There are two theaters for you to enhance your experience. We had lunch at peaks. It was a little pricey for lunch but not bad. The food was great. The ride down was even fun.

San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel

Melissa_w, May 2026

Awesome Experience!!

this was a great experience and the crew were so friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable! The boat was great and the trip was out of this world.. we cannot believe the whales, pod of dolphins and the seal lions that we saw.. It was a truly great time!

Temecula Wine Tour - 3 Wineries Guided By Local Experts

Jessica_J, May 2026

Best Wine Tour EVER!!!

Everything was absolutely amazing!!! From the party bus to the tour guides to the food and music it was great. This was my first time in Temecula and my very first wine tasting. Everything was great. Definitely doing this again have to come again in the summer. Definitely worth the drive. Thank you so much for taking care of me and my family.

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Pweinbe, May 2026

Well worth it

For your two and a half hour tour, expect 45 minutes to an hour to get to where the whales are, but you will likely be able to get fairly close to them. You will have a naturalist (and other volunteers) from the aquarium giving information and commentary along the way. We were super lucky to see orcas! Don’t expect that but you might get lucky!

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

Danny_K, May 2026

It was a great time...

It was a great time seeing the caves and coves up close. Ethan and Emily were great guides and made sure everyone had a good time while ensuring our safety. I would recommend them 100% but I might look into the kayak and snorkeling if you don't mind going under water because there is tons to see under there and I wish I had done that myself!

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

Kelly_o, Apr 2026

Muir Woods is beautiful. ...

Muir Woods is beautiful. The lunch stop in Sausalito is super fun. Gives you a great feel for the town. Lots of great information offered by guide. Photo opportunity at bridge were really nice. Alcatraz add on was worth it. Both my husband and I enjoyed the day.

Parasailing in Catalina Island: Soar Above The Stunning Coastline

MeiFang_T, Apr 2026

Great Fun

We were nervous walking into this experience as 2 out of the 3 of us had some degree of a fear of heights. The worries turned out to not be necessary as the crew ensured our safety the entire time and we ended up having a lot of fun. The view from 800 ft above was wonderful and you truly feel weightless in the sky. Would recommend to just do two people at a time instead of three though as the extra weight got all of us soaked from the waist below. If planning on experiencing this as a trio, highly recommend bringing a spare change of clothing. Also, bring a jacket as it gets chilly up in the air especially if strong winds are present like it did in ours.

Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

MeiFang_T, Apr 2026

Lots of Fish

Very fun experience to get to see all the fish that inhabit the island’s waters if you don’t know how to swim or don’t want to get into the cold waters surrounding Catalina Island. You have the option to purchase fish food which will allow a bunch of fish to swarm by your particular window. The guide will explain the various fish you can see in the waters and some fun facts so there’s some educational value as well to the experience. A little note is that you enter and exit the semi-sub via a set of steep stairs so elderly and kids may need someone physically strong to ensure their safety.

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Temecula Wine Country

Janice_g, Apr 2026

Grape escape hot air balloon ride

Very smooth and professional ride. The direction are wonky. Search out the Bolero tasting room through the main metal gate not the Europa village which is a large parking lot and then you have to weave your way through the large building to the other side of the building if you enter through the village parking lot. The champagne at the end is lovely.