Top California Seasonal & Special Occasions

Experience world-famous wine country from the air on an early morning hot-air balloon ride. Then climb into a comfortable basket to take to the skies as the valley below you awakens. Enjoy a bird’s-eye perspective of rolling hills, expansive vineyards, and elegant estates during your flight. Your pilot will offer insights on ballooning and the landscape as you float above it all! * Wine Country Hot-air balloon ride * Learn about the world famous Wine Country as your soar above it all

During the winter holidays, go food and wine tasting in northern California on a half-day walking tour in downtown Healdsburg. Sit for private guided wine tastings paired with foods from renowned local eateries in the heart of Sonoma's wine country. You might sample fresh baked goods, gourmet chocolates, and more at three tasting rooms. This tour takes place for just five weeks in November and December when Healdsburg sports colorful holiday decorations and lights, window displays, and a towering Christmas tree in the historic plaza.

This romantic helicopter tour of Los Angeles is perfect for couples. You and your date get a private helicopter ride for two over top Los Angeles sights and stunning California coastline, plus a 30-minute landing on a secluded mountain top in Malibu. When you land, enjoy a private Champagne toast and dessert while admiring the views.

Northern California is usually what comes to mind when talking about the state’s wine country, but you can imbibe at Orange County wineries with similar fanfare. Head to Temecula Valley for several wine tastings at local vineyards and enjoy tours of each facility. Sample award-winning wines, see the largest wine cave in the area, and tuck into a charcuterie board all in one day.

Our iconic, 3 days and 2 nights all-inclusive escape on a luxury yacht, right here in San Francisco Bay. Relax while we take you to our island destination. Pricing starts at $800 per adult for two nights, min of two per cabin and decreases to $650 per adult /two nights for 10 adults in 5 cabins. Enter the number of guests to see the discounted rate. All meals included! Share the experience with friends and family. Free parking. Ever wonder what it's like to sail to an island and spend overnight in your private cabin at anchor? We now provide a condensed, full service, weekend escape at a fraction of a typical week-long charter. Come aboard BluReverie, a brand new 48-foot sailing catamaran capable of open ocean voyages. We can accommodate up to 10 adult guests (12 total with children), in 3 queen size bedrooms and 2 bunk-bed cabins with ensuite bathroom and shower. With an open forward deck and a fly-bridge offering 360 degree views, you will experience the bay like never before.

Enjoy easy access to the California Academy of Sciences with this pre-paid skip-the-line ticket. Walk right in to enjoy the museum's 4-story rain forest, planetarium, and aquarium. Avoid wasting your precious vacation waiting in the long lines to purchase tickets for this exhibit-packed museum. Your admission includes all shows and exhibits, and is a perfect activity for families. IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE: All guests ages 12+ must provide proof of full vaccination or a negative test taken within 48 hours of a visit in order to enter the Academy, and photo ID is required for all guests ages 18+. While masks are longer required indoors, we strongly encourage all guests to keep masking up.

Explore San Francisco’s beautiful Golden Gate Park on this 2.5-hour Segway tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll pass top attractions like the Japanese Tea Gardens, the de Young Museum and the California Academy of Sciences. All equipment is included, as well as a safety training. Cover even more ground on a Segway as you soak up Golden Gate Park's rich history and hidden gems from your guide.

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this "painted ladies" tour by vintage Volkswagen bus decorated with long gorgeous 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.

Learn to surf at one of California’s most famous spots during this introductory surfing class at Venice Beach. This class is suitable for all levels, whether it's your first time surfing or you are advancing your skills. Spend some time training on the beach, then hop in the Pacific Ocean for instruction in the water, followed by time for practice.

The renowned San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents more than 3,500 animals roaming in large enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. Go on a safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself, with exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Safari Park. Ticket must be redeemed on travel date selected. Tickets must be purchased at least one day prior to visit.

Get to know Lake Tahoe while keeping your eyes on the road and the magnificent scenery with a self-guided audio tour designed for listening in your own car. Many of Tahoe's natural and historic treasures are tucked away, but this downloadable smartphone app will take you to must-see locations and hidden gems. Start and stop the tour whenever you like, and explore Tahoe at your own pace.

Look for whales as they migrate through the waters of the Pacific Ocean off of California on this half-day whale-watching cruise from Monterey. Your naturalist guide shares commentary about the whales and their habitat as you search for gray whales (most common), humpback and blue whales, and other marine life such as dolphins and sea lions during your cruise. Get tips for great photo ops and learn all about the mighty creatures at one of California's most famous whale-watching destinations.

Discover the best that Sonoma and Napa have to offer on a customized wine tour of the region. Depart from your accommodation in San Francisco and embark on a private vineyard hopping tour of the premier wine country. Have a pre-tour consultation with your drive and choose the vineyards that interest you the most. Then, on the day enjoy a relaxing journey to each winery.

Join a festive 1.5-hour tour of San Francisco’s holiday lights aboard a vintage open-air Mack fire engine. Hear commentary from your enthusiastic guide and holiday music as you travel to Fisherman's Wharf, the Embarcadero, Market Street, and Union Square to see festive holiday light displays at top sightseeing attractions. Ride with a small group limited to 12 people for a more intimate family-friendly experience of San Francisco. Have the option to wear the provided firefighter gear to stay warm and look great in photo ops!

This tour is the perfect tour for those interested in the scary side of Hollywood. You'll see the traditional sights like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, but the tour will focus on murders, ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, and other scary happenings in Hollywood throughout the past 100 years or so. Not for the faint of heard, this tour will cover The Menendez Brothers, Sharon Tate's last meal and more.

When you want to go wine tasting, don’t let the ride situations hold you back. Instead of renting a car or waiting on unreliable ride services, prebook this Paso Robles Eastside Wine Tour. You’ll get escorted around to four Paso Robles wineries in a comfy (and air-conditioned) limo. Plus, your driver knows a lot about the area and enjoys sharing information with you as you go.

If you've already seen Los Angeles' most famous sights, shake up your vacation with a private tour of Venice's canals. In the company of just your party and guide, learn all about the Venice of America's rich history while paddling your canoe up and down Grand, Carroll, Linnie, Howland and Sherman Canals.

Sacramento is a city filled with a lot of attractions worth checking out, but the city streets can be packed with people. Instead, explore California's capital by air during this Sacramento Private Airplane City Tour. You'll fly with your own private group of up to three and see the city's Downtown Commons, as well as Granite Bay, Folsom Lake, and the American River without having to fight the crowds on land.

We will offer you a truly local experience, with a personalized tour given by a local guide. You will have a nice ride through the beaches and streets of the famous Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas. You will enjoy fresh ocean breezes and laid back riding with a local guide. We will take 2 people per Rickshaw.

On this unique photo walk you will not only see most beautiful iconic places of Los Angeles, you’ll create your own LA Story! Your photographer will capture the precious moments and you will get memorable pictures that will tell your story, portray you as a personality, show your wanders in La La Land. Exclusively for this photo walk, you can choose the location, the topic, colors and the mood for the photoshoot – whether it is a fine-tuned classic Melrose avenue, or the lush scenery of Santa Monica, or glitz and glamor of Rodeo Drive, urban vibes of Downtown, or charming historic streets of Pasadena with its old vintage ambience. Choose one out of these 5 locations for your photoshoots: Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Downtown, Pasadena or Hollywood.

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

​Join us on a restored 1958 Century Coronado named Radiance, a classic American wooden boat. This is like riding in a classic car on the water. With its big powerful engine, this will take you back to the grand days on the water on the 50's. It's a truly unique experience. ​ Private charters with a maximum of 6 people. Perfect for a couples night-out, special occasion birthday, anniversary cruise or an intimate wedding. Radiance cruises are best appreciated during the early morning and evening alpenglow hours. Daytime lake conditions are less predictable, yet cruises are available and always a good time. Our staff at Alpenglow Boat Company are delighted to create special event cruises with clients, such as full moon stargazing and sunrise tours. Just ask!

Although Napa is California’s most well-known wine producer, Santa Rosa is home to many top-notch wineries, too, and it’s a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Throw a birthday, bachelor, or other type of party without worrying about how to shuffle all those people from place to place. This Santa Rosa Private Winery Bus Tour has enough room for up to 21 passengers.

With this experience, you can leave the trouble of getting Instagram-worthy vacation photos to a local professional. Choose custom or pre-determined routes within the Oceanside, Gaslamp, and Coronado neighborhoods, and meet your photographer for a 30-minute photography session that captures your trip in the best possible light. Your photographer sends 15 high-resolution photographs within five days of your session.