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185 California trips. Tours from 77 tour companies. 242 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Western Wonder From Los Angeles

By Trek America (Operations Suspended)

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4.7/5 Excellent

88 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Arizona, California, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

Cruise around Las Vegas in a super-stretch limo
Enjoy the glitz & glamour of Hollywood, LA
Dip in the cool waters of the Colorado River
Enjoy Journey along the famous Route 66
Experience the Grand Canyon at sunset or sunrise

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"my 3 favorite holidays where all with Trek America! loved the trips... the groups, the trekleaders and ofcourse the beautiful nature! I can recommend this for everybody!"

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7 days From$900

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Discover South America

By Geckos Adventures

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4.9/5 Excellent

25 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Cuenca, Inca Trail, La Paz, Lima, Machu Picchu, Mendoza, Ollantaytambo, Otavalo, Puno, Quito, San Francisco, Sucre, Uyuni

Highlights

Roam the amazon jungle at night while pretending you're david attenborough (it has a calming influence). float down the river, keeping an out for the glaring eyes of jaguars and caimans
The floating islands of uros on lake titicaca seem like the sort of thing pixar would come up with. spend the night under the stars in a traditional island village
Whether you trek the classic inca trail, the inca quarrytrail or take the scenic train route, trust us, this is going to be one of the highlights of your awesome lives
Don't worry, we won't hog all of your time. you'll have plenty of opportunity to bounce around cuzco, digging deep into the pockets of incan history
The wicked witch of the west had her flying monkeys and red shoes. the witches of la paz have dried llama foetuses and alpaca blankets. while both sound imaginary, the witches' market in la paz is a true bolivian experience

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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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42 days From$5,620

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Western Blt From Los Angeles

By Trek America (Operations Suspended)

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4.7/5 Excellent

88 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

Cruise Las Vegas in a super-stretch limo
Enjoy Hollywood's Walk of Fame & famous sign
Enjoy Swiming in the cool waters of the Colorado River
Enjoy Travelling to iconic Route 66, stopping in Seligman, AZ
Watch sunset or sunrise over the Grand Canyon

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"my 3 favorite holidays where all with Trek America! loved the trips... the groups, the trekleaders and ofcourse the beautiful nature! I can recommend this for everybody!"

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7 days From$1,012

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Fall Semester In Baja

By National Outdoor Leadership School

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4.7/5 Excellent

28 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

California

Highlights

This is an outdoor leadership course designed for 23 years and older
Explore the stunning, contrasting environments of the Baja Peninsula
Develop outstanding leadership skills
Huge canyons and thick vegetation

Themes

High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Sailing

What travelers are saying

"Great Wilderness courses!"

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78 days From$13,400

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Ecuador and Peru Highlights

By Geckos Adventures

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4.9/5 Excellent

25 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Aguas Calientes, Cuenca, Cusco, Inca Trail, La Paz, Lima, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Otavalo, Puno, Quito, San Francisco

Highlights

Unesco is a pretty good judge of character, right? with its colonial architecture, plazas, churches and colourful local life, there's a reason they've listed quito's old town as a world heritage site
There's nothing like munching on a red tomato from an ecuadorian market, eh? saunter (yes, saunter) around the otavalo markets and find yourself smack bang in the middle of souvenir city, population: you
Visit the colonial city of cuenca
Get your adrenaline kicks in banos – or just plonk yourself in a hot spring
Head out on a city tour of lima visiting miraflores, down town and end in the bohemian neighbourhood of barranco.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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23 days From$3,645

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California Calling

By Trek America (Operations Suspended)

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4.7/5 Excellent

88 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

California, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

Enjoy a sunset sailboat cruise around San Francisco Bay
Tour San Francisco including a walk across the Golden Gate Bridge & 'hippy area' of Haight-Ashbury
Explore Los Angeles including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica & Venice Beach
Tuck into awesome street food at Venice Beach
Visit Santa Barbara to explore the shops & check out the beach

Themes

High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"my 3 favorite holidays where all with Trek America! loved the trips... the groups, the trekleaders and ofcourse the beautiful nature! I can recommend this for everybody!"

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7 days From$1,189

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San Francisco, the Grand Canyon and National Parks of the West

By Newmarket Holidays

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5/5 Excellent

1 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bryce National Park, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park

Highlights

Discover glorious San Francisco, the 'City by the Bay'
Call at Steinbeck's Monterey and exquisite Carmel-by-the-Sea
Stay overnight in California Gold Rush country
Yosemite National Park, one of America's natural wonders
Stay on a ranch in fabled Death Valley

Themes

Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We have travelled with this Company on numerous holidays and never had a complaint. The hotels we have stayed at have been clean, comfortable and staff friendly and efficient. Tour guides are good and very informative about places visited and the history of these places, Got back today from visiting Ireland and the Giants Causeway and again the holiday was excellent, the Station Hotel in Letterkenny was clean, comfortable with friendly staff and Brian Dodd certainly made sure we had a good holiday. Thank you to all concerned."

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17 days From$2,971

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Northern California's Finest

By Globus

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4.7/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

California, Kings Canyon National Park, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Sequoia National Park, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

San francisco: Sightseeing
Sonoma: Guided tour of wine caves & tasting
Lake tahoe: Scenic cruise
Yosemite national park: Yosemite Valley floor tour by tram
Sequoia & kings canyon national park: Sightseeing, stargazing program

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This tour has amazing sites, good hotels in great locations, great pace BUT the tour director that was assigned to be with our small group added nothing to the experience. He did not give us any info, tell us about what we were seeing, give us any info at all. The only time he talked was to tell us when the next bathroom break would be. Apparently this is common for Globus to use retirees starting another chapter. Our guide was 76 and had no energy. Travel with Gate 1 or Intreped.... guides can make or break a tour."

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9 days From$3,979

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Explore Spain & Portugal

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Algarve, Bar, Barcelona, Dali, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto, Santiago, Santiago de Compostela, Seville, Sierra Nevada

Highlights

Get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Albaicin in Granada before crossing the river to visit the imposing Moorish fortress of the Alhambra.
Unwind in a laidback fishing town in the Algarve, soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying an included boat trip around the rocky cliffs of the coast.
Join pilgrims along the last leg of the famous Camino de Santiago journey as they reach the historic cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
Sit back, relax and watch the water flow by in one of Porto’s river restaurants while you sample a couple of varieties of the city’s signature wine – port!
Start and end your adventure in Madrid, home to art galleries, colourful architecture and some of the best restaurants in Spain.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Western USA National Parks Explorer

By Explore!

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon, California, Capitol Reef National Park, Colorado, Death Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Las Vegas, Mesa Verde, Moab, Monument Valley, New York, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada, Utah, Venice, York, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park

Highlights

Journey through some of the most dramatic scenery on the planet
Discover vibrant San Francisco and the desert city of Las Vegas
Enjoy walking in Yosemite, Zion, Bryce and Grand Canyon national parks

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Had a great time. All of the hotels were fine, but some were excellent. Our leader took great care of us, as did our driver. Cycling was sometimes challenging; always enjoyable."

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14 days From$5,240

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Walk Spain's Sierra Nevada & Granada

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Granada, Sierra Nevada

Highlights

Embark on beautiful walks through the highest mountain range in Spain
Discover whitewashed Moorish settlements
Visit Trevelez, the highest village in the country
Stay at a family-run hotel with stunning views and warm hospitality
Enjoy a night in Granada with a free day to explore this beautiful city

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

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8 days From$1,800

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Natural Highlights of California

By G Adventures

preferred

2.7/5 Average

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

California, Death Valley, Death Valley National Park, Golden Gate Bridge, Kings Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Sequoia National Park, Sierra Nevada, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the stark beauty of death valley
Cross the stunning sierra nevada mountains
Explore world-famous yosemite national park on a naturalist walk
Marvel at ancient trees in sequoia national park
Enjoy a full day in kings canyon national park

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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California Panorama

By Omega Tours

preferred

5/5 Excellent

47 reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

They discover the best local partners, providing trips that are both efficient and authentic.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bar, California, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco

Themes

Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"Everything was pretty much perfect."

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8 days From$2,127

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