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California is a diverse and captivating destination where natural beauty meets vibrant culture. Visitors can experience the glamour of Hollywood, the innovation of Silicon Valley, and the stunning coastal drives along Highway 1. From the golden beaches of Southern California to the towering redwoods and majestic Yosemite National Park in the north, the state offers endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and discovery. With world-class dining, wine country escapes, and year-round sunshine, California truly has something for everyone.

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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in California - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in California, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.

Why wait until you arrive in California to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!

Today's Featured Tours Explore All

North Beach Tour

Starting at $72 | 3 Hours | Learn The Culture, Character, and Cuisine of North Beach and Beyond

San Francisco
Walking Tour
Blandina Farley's Fabulous Tours
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4.9
Golden Gate Tour

All ages • 90 Minutes • Great for families!

San Francisco
Boat Tour, City Tour
San Francisco Bay Boat Cruises
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4.8
Whale Watching

Jump on board the world-famous America for a once-in-a-lifetime Whale Watching experience

San Diego
3.5 - 4 hours
Next Level Sailing
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Private
Exclusive Tour

Starting at $250 per Person | 5-7 Hours | Ages 21+ | Up to 10 People

Private Tours
Villa Wine Tours
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Private
Nomad Private Charter

**Book online and save 10%** Must be at least 50 lbs to join

San Diego
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Private Boat
San Diego Fishing Company - Nomad
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_SMAM_ Museum Entry

For all ages! • About 1 Hour!

Santa Monica
SMAM
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Private
Private Tour

Starting at $800 • 7 Hour Tour • For 2+ People • All ages

Santa Barbara
Private Tours
Winery
Sustainable Wine Tours
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4.8
Guided Tour of Forestiere Underground Gardens

All ages • 1 Hour

Fresno
Forestiere Underground Gardens
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Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific

$59 per Person 2 Hours l Moderate-Difficult

San Diego Tours & Experiences
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Guided Tours Explore All

4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - LA in a Day Electric Bike Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 5 Hours • 35 mi / 56.3 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Bike Tour, Boat Tour, Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 3+
Glory Days Tour with General Admission

Includes ship admission & 1-hour guided tour

Long Beach
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
The Queen Mary - Attractions
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Ages 13+
Private
La Jolla Cove Kelp Forest 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive

Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
Approximately 2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Hierve el agua + mole & Mezcal tasting

Suitable for all hiking levels! • 9 hours

Oaxaca De Juarez
9 Hours
Guided Tour, Hiking
Explor Oaxaca
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Ages 13+
Private
PRIVATE La Jolla 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives

Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
2 Tank Dive – 4 to 4.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 15+
Private
Night Dive 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive

Age 13+ | Certified Divers | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
1 Tank dive - 2 to 2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 13+
Private
La Jolla Cove 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives

Age 13+ | Most Popular Tour | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
Approximately 4 to 4.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 12+
Hollywood Horror Story: The Black Dahlia Funeral Limo Tour

Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Premium Limo Tour

Los Angeles
3 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - Beverly Hills Bike Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 3 Hours • 12 mi / 19.3 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Bike Tour, Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - The Griffith Observatory Hike Walking Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 2.5 hours • 3.5 mi / 5.6 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Hiking, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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Walking Tours Explore All

5
Historic Old Sacramento Walking Tour

Likely to Sell Out • Gold Rush History • Family friendly

Sacramento
2.5 hours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
SacTown Bites
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - The Griffith Observatory Hike Walking Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 2.5 hours • 3.5 mi / 5.6 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Hiking, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 4+
Haight Ashbury Food Tour

Food and Culture Tour

San Francisco
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Walking Tour
Roam Local
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4.6
San Diego: Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Tour

1 Hour • PG-13 • Ghost Tour • NEW!

San Diego
1 Hour
Ghost Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Murder n' Mayhem
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Pickup
4.7
Yosemite Grand Escape Lodging Tour (3 Days)

Price includes all taxes and fees


Pickup Available Escape Room, Lodging, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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5
Downtown Mural and Art Walk

Art and a Sweet Treat! • 1.5 Hours • All Ages

Sacramento
1.5 hours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
SacTown Bites
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4.9
PUBLIC TOUR - The Original Hollywood Sign Hike Walking Tour

Daily at 8:45 AM and Sunset • 3 hours • 4 mi / 6.4 km round-trip

Los Angeles
3 Hours
Guided Tour, Hiking, History Tour, Walking Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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Sightseeing Tours Explore All

Ages 12+
Manson Family Murders Funeral Limo Tour of LA

Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Premium Limo Tour

Los Angeles
3.5 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - The Original Hollywood Sign Express Walking Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 90 mins • 1.8 mi / 2.9 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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4.9
PUBLIC TOUR - Hollywood Sign Electric Bike Tour

Daily at 10 AM • 3 Hours • 13 mi / 21 KM round-trip

Los Angeles
Bike Tour, City Tour, E-Bike, Sightseeing Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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Private
Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoias

For all ages! • 12 hours • Up to 5 People

San Francisco
Private Tours
Sightseeing Tour
Cali Trips
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - The Original Hollywood Sign Hike Walking Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 3 hours • 4 mi / 6.4 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Hiking, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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4.9
Private
PRIVATE TOUR - Beverly Hills Bike Tour

$175 pvt group fee + per person pricing / Choose your own start time! • 3 Hours • 12 mi / 19.3 km

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Bike Tour, Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Bikes & Hikes LA
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4.9
1 Hr - Real Hollywood Sign Tour

Best photo spot! • 1hr • Up to 7 people!

Los Angeles
Sightseeing Tour
Golden Ticket LA
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4.7
Muir Woods and Sausalito Half-Day Tour

Price includes all taxes and fees

San Francisco
Sightseeing Tour
Incredible Adventures
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SCUBA Diving Explore All

4.9
Blue and Mako Shark Snorkeling Expedition (6Hrs)

6 Hours • Ages 15+ to Book • Price is per Person

San Diego
Boat Rental, Rentals, SCUBA, Snorkeling
Net Zero Expeditions
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Ages 13+
Private
La Jolla Cove 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives

Age 13+ | Most Popular Tour | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
Approximately 4 to 4.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 13+
DC's Ultimate Refresher Course

Age 13+ | 4-5 Hours | Haven't been diving in 2 plus years

La Jolla
5+ Hours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 15+
Private
Night Dive 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive

Age 13+ | Certified Divers | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
1 Tank dive - 2 to 2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Ages 13+
Private
La Jolla Cove Kelp Forest 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive

Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
Approximately 2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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La Jolla 1 Tank Guided Dive

Ages 10+ 3 to 4.5 Hours

San Diego
3-4.5 Hours
SCUBA
Dive In Scuba
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Ages 13+
Private
PRIVATE La Jolla 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives

Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package

La Jolla
2 Tank Dive – 4 to 4.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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La Jolla 2 Tank Guided Dive

Ages 10+ • 3 to 4.5 Hours

San Diego
3-4.5 Hours
SCUBA
Dive In Scuba
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Ages 13+
Private
PADI Open Water Diver Referral Program

Age 13+ • 2 Days • Complete your Open Water Dives

La Jolla
2 Days
Private Tours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities
Dive California
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4.9
Pelagic Wildlife Expedition (6 Hrs)

6 hours • Ages 5+ to book • Up to 6 people!

San Diego
SCUBA
Net Zero Expeditions
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Private Tours Explore All

Skimboard

All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!

San Diego
Ray’s Rental - North Mission Beach
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4.8
Gravel Adventure Bike 8-Speed M/L

Height 5’5-5’10

Fat Tire Bike Rentals
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3hr Yacht Yoga

Yoga flow with skyline views + Mimosas

San Diego
3hrs
Bow Tie Adventures LLC
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Alcatraz with 2 Hour Bike Rental

Same Day Bike Rental and Alcatraz: Upgrade options

San Francisco
Bike Rental, Ferry, Self-Guided Tour, Voucher
The Tour Store
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4
Pickleball Reservation

Resort Guests Only | Complimentary

Paradise Point Resort & Spa - San Diego
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4.9
Private
Aquata - 3 Hour Charter

Up to 11 People • The All-Weather Performer • Luxury and Speed!

3 hours
Private Tours
Triton Charters
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4.9
Private
Catalina Island Exciting Private Day Charter

For all ages! • 8 Hours • Up to 6 Passengers • From $999

Long Beach
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour
Boat & Bottle
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4.9
Private
30 Minute Lamborghini Hollywood Sign Viewpoint

Ages 18+ to Drive • Drive it Yourself !

Los Angeles
Private Tours
Exotic Car
Ride Like A Star
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12-Passenger Mercedes-Benz Limo Sprinter

Up to 12 Guests | Hourly Charter | Wine Tours | Airport Transfers

Exclusive Napa Wine Tours
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All

Private
3hr Yacht Rental

Cruise the bay and enjoy the views

San Diego
3hrs
Private Tours
Bow Tie Adventures LLC
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Sea-doo Fish Pro W/ Built In Bluetooth

For all ages! • 1-2 Hours • Where Waves Meet Wild Thrills

Long Beach
1-2 Hours
Jet Ski Rental
Deep Inn Wave Rentals
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Studio & Equipment Rental

Includes use of backdrop system and lighting equipment as listed in Details section.

Los Angeles
2-4 Hours
The Room Downtown
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Sound Bath Healing Journey Reset with Rachael Hardway

Jan 25, 2026

1 Hour
MSIA.org
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Self-driving Car Experience

Step into the future of transportation with autonomous cars • All ages

Los Angeles
Exotic Car
Walk of Fun Hollywood
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4.9
Private
Merry Christmas ????Christmas Cruise ????

As low as $50 per Passenger • For all ages! • 60 minute • Up to 6 Passengers

Long Beach
Private Tours
Boat & Bottle
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5
Private
Coronado Islands Spearfishing Charter

Ages 15+ • Up to 4 people!

San Diego
Private Tours
Just Get Wet
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Mid-Day Sail

All ages! • 2.5 Hours • Peak wind & warmth for a sun-soaked sailing adventure

San Diego
2.5 Hours
San Diego Sailing Excursions
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