Tours and Trips in USA

Get up close to animals from all around the world at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Hand-feed giraffes, see the endangered Asian elephant, and observe lifelike dinosaur puppets. A fun experience for families, couples, and solo travelers alike, it's also a great opportunity to learn about wildlife conservation. Your admission also includes access to the Zoo Train, rock wall, and other fun activities.

Discover a different side of California's wine country with a bike tour of Sonoma County's best breweries. Peddle down the charming streets and rolling vineyards of Sebastopol and Santa Rosa, stopping at different breweries along the way. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you to share a beer-lover's Sonoma secrets and the history of brewing in the area. You might discover your new favorite beer along the ride!

Sip your way through Santa Barbara's Funk Zone on this self-guided wine tasting tour. Experience the area's rich wine culture while savoring wines at Anacapa Street tasting rooms. Enjoy a wine flights, featured glasses, two-for-one tastings, and more at seven different spots around this trendy neighborhood. Explore at your own pace with this flexible package that's redeemable for up to a year.

For some, riding a bike through Los Angeles is the antithesis of the Southern California lifestyle. However few neighborhoods in LA lend themselves to biking as much as Santa Monica. The 2-3 hours, family-friendly Santa Monica Dessert Bike Tour rewards your efforts not only with amazing views of the Pacific and toned legs, but also with some of the city's tastiest hand-crafted desserts. So absorb the colorful landscape of The City of Angels like a local - on two wheels - but be sure to bring your sweet tooth.

Indulge your passions for food, photography and fun during this 3-hour, small-group, culinary and picture-taking tour in Santa Barbara. Dig into some tasty food and drink during stops at three different local eateries, a microbrewery, two wineries and a distillery in the city's artsy Funk Zone. As you snack and imbibe, you'll get helpful tips to capture high-quality food photography using anything from a smartphone to a high-end digital SLR. This small-group trip, limited to 14 guests, includes a guide and all food and drink.

Paddle through Santa Barbara Harbor and the California coast for a day of fun-filled adventure on the water on this 4-hour kayaking trip. Travel out into the calm waters of this aquatic playground, floating past sights like the city's historic pier vast underwater kelp forests. You'll also have time to spot marine life like sea lions (and if you're lucky, whales) before enjoying lunch on a secluded beach. A guide, lunch and all kayaking gear is covered.

Delight in the southern-style cuisine of Savannah, Georgia on this guided, 3-hour food tour of the city's famous Historic District. Visit six of Savannah's best eateries - including Paula Deen's the Lady and Son's Restaurant - and sample dishes like fried green tomatoes, southern barbeque meat and much more. Learn about the region's culinary history, like the origins of soul food, while covering a 15-mile loop in an air-conditioned bus. Bring a hearty appetite and a sense of adventure. Georgia peach tea and water are included. Hotel pickup/drop-off available for a fee.

See the hotspots around Santa Monica and Venice Beach on this 3-hour tour by air-conditioned coach. Led by a local guide, you'll make stops at the Third Street Promenade, the Santa Monica Pier, Venice's Muscle Beach, the luxury homes of Marina del Rey and more. Your guide will provide fun and factual commentary about Los Angeles as you take in the views and top attractions.

Take a spooky stroll through Savannah, one of the most haunted cities in the US, on this guided, 90-minute ghost walking tour. Choose from one of two evening departure times and travel through the shadowy squares of the Savannah Historic District, one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US. Learn about local legends, house hauntings - even the occasional exorcism - plus Gullah traditions and superstitions, some of which are still practiced today. It's a fascinating, spine-tingling adventure.

Just across the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito boasts a handful of famous restaurants with spectacular water views. Experience the culinary charm of Sausalito on this 3.5-hour food-and-wine walking tour, where an in-the-know guide takes you through the downtown village of this popular destination. Visit up to seven vibrant and renowned restaurants, tasting delicious bites with dashes of local history. This small-group food tour - the first ever in Sausalito - is limited to just 10 people, ensuring personalized attention.

Get another perspective on the southern California coast during a leisurely 2-hour kayak tour in Santa Barbara. Learn the basics of kayaking from your guide, and hear about Santa Barbara's natural history and marine life during your tour. Includes use of all kayaking gear.

Explore Santa Barbara by electric bike, covering plenty of ground on a morning or afternoon excursion. Ride your easy-to-use beach cruiser to key landmarks such as State Street and the Santa Barbara Mission as your knowledgeable guide shares the city's history during this 2.5-hour Santa Barbara bike tour. Have your camera ready as you glide along the renowned Pacific coastline. Numbers are limited to five people, ensuring personalized attention and a small-group experience.

Taste your way through Santa Barbara county's most distinctive wines with a 5- to 7.5-hour small group tour that takes in boutique wineries, vineyards, cellars and tasting rooms with a picnic lunch. Get an insider's look at the area's vibrant wine making culture as you explore with an experienced guide, learn about the Santa Ynez valley's unique history, and try the varietals and blends that it's best known for. Enjoy tastings at four handpicked locations, where you can experience California wine in a relaxed, convivial environment.

Explore the beautiful outdoor environment of Santa Monica and Venice Beach during this 2-hour Segway tour in Los Angeles. Cover lots of ground (much more than you could see on a walking tour) as you zip along to the many attractions of these two coastal areas, including Santa Monica Pier, the Venice Boardwalk and Muscle Beach. Along the way you'll hear insightful commentary from your guide about the area's history and culture. Your Segway excursion also includes a 30-minute orientation, safety equipment and snacks and beverages.

Explore California's gorgeous coast on a scenic kayak tour. With a knowledgeable, experienced guide leading the way, bring the whole family and navigate Santa Barbara's picturesque waterfront. Learn about the region's history and wildlife, admire the rugged coastal mountains, and watch for pelicans and egrets, dolphins and sea lions. You may even see a family of gray whales on its annual migration.

Stroll through the east side of Savannah's Historic District to sample food at 6 restaurants on this lunchtime culinary walking tour. With a food-loving guide and a small group of 16 people or less, explore both hidden gems and well-known hot spots. During this 3-hour outing, taste local delicacies like fried green tomatoes, chopped pork sandwich and en papillote chicken. Listen as your local guide fills you in on Savannah's distinctive culture and tumultuous history; the food and conversation add up to a tour that's both gastronomically and intellectually satisfying.

Escape Santa Barbara for the day as you live it up in Los Angeles on this full-day trip to the City of Angels by rail. Trade the traffic for a relaxing (and scenic) train ride to L.A. Once you arrive, you'll explore the city aboard a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus, choosing among a range of museums, zoos and boat rides, plus explorations of famous neighborhoods like Santa Monica and Hollywood. Cap off your perfect day with an included 2-course meal at the Hard Rock Caf e with VIP priority seating.

Experience the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History with this convenient all-day admission. Buy your affordable entrance ticket in advance and save time at the museum gates. See a life size, 74-foot Blue Whale skeleton, learn about the region's diverse ecosystems, and take a walk along a nature trail. Enjoy the museum's unusual approach to learning, which focuses on doing, not sitting.

Explore Santa Monica on a 3-hour private tour by electric bike and see the highlights of the vibrant coastal city. Follow your guide along Santa Monica's palm-lined streets. Stroll the boardwalk at the Santa Monica Pier, dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean and experience the laid-back culture and classic scenery of this iconic beach town. Cruise to vibrant Venice to see the skate park, street art and the bustle of the crowd on the ocean front walk and onward to the "gem of the tour" or the Venice canals. Then a final stop at Muscle Beach before zipping back to the shop.

Paddle into the sunset along the Southern California coast during this 2-hour beginner-friendly kayaking trip from Santa Barbara. Watch the last rays of the day melt into the Pacific as you travel 1-2 miles (1.5-3 kilometers) through the glassy waters of Santa Barbara Harbor. As you move, you'll pass by the historic wharf and past other boats, keeping your eyes out for marine life. An included lesson in astronomy and ecology from your guide is an added bonus. A guide and all necessary kayaking gear is included.