City & Culture Tours & Trips in Northern California
These Northern California cultural tours run for 9 days and weave together fascinating city landmarks, heritage sites and intimate local encounters. Our travelers get private access to historic LA theatres and explore special architectural sites normally closed to visitors, while discovering gems like Hearst's grand estate and Santa Barbara's Spanish colonial mission. Wine culture features prominently with guided tastings at family-run Sonoma vineyards, where you'll learn the stories behind regional varietals directly from the vintners. The journey takes you deep into distinct neighborhoods - from San Francisco's bustling Chinatown to the eclectic art scene of Venice Beach and beyond. What sets these tours apart are the expert local guides who bring history to vibrant life, sharing stories of how cable cars shaped San Francisco's growth or revealing the glamour of Hollywood's golden age as you pass the TCL Chinese Theatre.
10 best city & culture Northern California tours
Compiled by
MelissaNorthern California travel expert at TourRadar
- Women-only 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine small group tour
- Western Triangle - Los Angeles Airport
- Western Triangle - Los Angeles Downtown
- Death Valley & Yosemite - 4 days
- Death Valley & Yosemite (Camping) - 4 days
- Northern California with Yosemite National Park (USA National Park Non Resident Fees)
- California Panorama
- California Dreamin': Monterey, Yosemite & Napa (Monterey, CA to San Francisco, CA) (2026)
- PRIVATE TOUR 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine
- Private Tour 4 Day Death Valley Yosemite San Francisco from Las Vegas Lodging
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Inverness Park, Bodega Bay, Guerneville, Sonoma Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
- US$3,995
Western Triangle - Los Angeles Airport
“The tour was a great experience, with a knowledgeable and organized guide providing equal explanations in all 3 languages.”
Nisha, traveled in July
Duration 9 days Destinations Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite National Park, Carmel, Monterey, San Francisco, Sausalito Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator ATP - AlliedTPro From
- US$2,033
Duration 9 days Destinations Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite National Park, Carmel, Monterey, San Francisco, Sausalito Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator ATP - AlliedTPro From
- US$2,215
Duration 4 days Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Bishop, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco Age Range Ages 7+ Operator On The Go Tours From $1,755
10% Off- US$1,580+$55 local paymentsYou save $176
Duration 4 days Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Bishop, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco Age Range Ages 7+ Operator On The Go Tours From $1,120
10% Off- US$1,008+$80 local paymentsYou save $112
Northern California with Yosemite National Park (USA National Park Non Resident Fees)
“Found it a little offensive that even after the second day of not being able to receive a snack, all the same snacks were continually offered.”
Karen, traveled in July
Duration 8 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Sonoma, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Salinas Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From
10% Off- US$3,550+$72 upfront costs
California Panorama
“I made new friends that I hope to have for a lifetime! Overall this was a great trip and I would book again.”
Melandi, traveled in May
Duration 8 days Destinations Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Fresno, Yosemite National Park, Modesto, San Francisco, Napa, MontereySee all destinations Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Omega Tours From
10% Off- US$2,269
Duration 8 days Destinations Monterey, Modesto, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, San Francisco Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
10% Off- US$3,799
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Inverness Park, Bodega Bay, Guerneville, Sonoma Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
10% Off- US$3,995
Duration 4 days Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
10% Off- US$1,495
What people love about City & Culture Tours in Northern California
- Northern California with Yosemite National Park
Excellent tour. Our guide and driver were the best. Would highly recommend this tour.
- Northern California's Finest
Our tour guide John his kindness and professionalism
- California Express - 3 Days
A fast paced tour that fitted my needs perfectly.