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
- Western Triangle - Los Angeles Airport
- Women-only 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine small group tour
- California Panorama
- Western Triangle - Los Angeles Downtown
- Death Valley & Yosemite - 4 days
- Death Valley & Yosemite (Camping) - 4 days
- 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
- California Express - 3 Days
Western Triangle - Los Angeles Airport
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“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 5 days Destinations San Francisco Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From $3,995
5% Off- US$3,795You save $200
California Panorama
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Was well organized and very friendly people!!”
Christine, traveled in June
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
5% Off- US$2,297
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
5% Off- 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
5% Off- US$1,120+$55 local payments
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
5% Off- US$1,120+$80 local payments
California Dreamin': Monterey, Yosemite & Napa (Monterey, CA to San Francisco, CA) (2026)
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 8 days Destinations Monterey, Modesto, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, San Francisco Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $3,799
7% Off- US$3,549You save $250
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
7% Off- US$3,995
Private Tour 4 Day Death Valley Yosemite San Francisco from Las Vegas Lodging
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 4 days Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
7% Off- US$1,495
California Express - 3 Days
187 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip overall was a fantastic experience, I thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely do another.”
Denzel, traveled in March
No departure dates availableDuration 3 days Destinations Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel, Oakland, San Francisco, Modesto, Yosemite National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations
