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
- Wonder and Wellness in the Redwoods (Women-Only)
- California Panorama
- Sip, See & Explore: 4 Days in San Francisco & Napa Valley
- Golden Gate Days and Pacific Nights: A San Francisco Weekend
- Western Panorama
- California Express - 3 Days
- California Dreaming with Las Vegas
- Northern California with Yosemite National Park (USA National Park Non Resident Fees)
- Death Valley & Yosemite - 4 days
- Cali Coast & Yosemite From San Fran - 4 days
Duration 6 days Destinations Redwood National Park Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Adventures in Good Company From
- US$6,295
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
- US$2,425
Duration 4 days Destinations San Francisco, Napa, Muir Woods National Monument Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$569+$784 upfront costs
Duration 4 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Muir Woods National Monument Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From $357
15% off- US$303+$639 upfront costs
Western Panorama
“Excellent tour, good balance of travel and seeing sights. Great hotels too.”
Amie, traveled in September
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 18+ Operator Travel Talk From $2,756
30% off- US$1,929
California Express - 3 Days
“I enjoyed what the tour had to offer, formed bonds with other travelers. Overall, I think I'll choose this service again in the future.”
Yan, traveled in March
Duration 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 Operator Empire Vacations From
30% off- US$620
Duration 7 days Destinations Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Fresno, Yosemite National Park, Modesto, San Francisco, Napa Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Omega Tours From
30% off- US$2,389
Northern California with Yosemite National Park (USA National Park Non Resident Fees)
“The trip as a whole was great. The itinerary was a good mix of cities and scenery.”
Susan, traveled in June
Duration 8 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Sonoma, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Salinas Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From
30% off- US$3,675+$73 upfront costs
No departure dates availableDuration 4 days Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Bishop, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco Age Range Ages 7+ Operator On The Go Tours 
Duration 4 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Modesto, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley National Park, Las Vegas, Los Angeles Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From
30% off- US$900
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What people love about City & Culture Tours in Northern California
- Western Panorama
Excellent tour, good balance of travel and seeing sights. Nicole the tour guide was brilliant. Communication great throughout and leading up to. Great hotels too
- California Express - 3 Days
A fast paced tour that fitted my needs perfectly.
- Northern California with Yosemite National Park (USA National Park Non Resident Fees)
Would like to have walked down the main street of Chinatown. We're very disappointed in the side street we walked on. If you are going to offer snacks, please make sure all can participate. 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.