Half-day Tours in USA

Take in San Diego's most iconic sights with a 4-hour sightseeing tour, and get an insider's look at the city as you explore with a local guide. Experience California's frontier history in Old Town, snap a selfie by Petco Park, then stroll the elegant grounds of Balboa Park. Stop by a sea lion colony in La Jolla, visit Little Italy, East Village and the Embarcadero, and cross the San Diego Bay to the elegant community of Coronado, where a historic hotel gazes across the water towards the city skyline.

Feel the good vibes of the California coast as you stroll the sands of San Diego's best beaches on this 4-hour tour. Sip a refreshing iced tea at the historic Hotel Del Coronado before checking out iconic strips of sand including Ocean Beach, Mission Beach and Pacific Beach, where you'll stop for lunch. Finish your day amidst the postcard-perfect views of La Jolla Cove, admiring the resident sea lions, seals and pelicans that call the area home. All beach entrance fees, plus lunch, bottled water and a driver-guide, are included.

Walking the street of San Francisco might be the ideal way to explore the individual neighborhoods, but it's impossible to cover enough territory on your two legs. This San Francisco day trip by bus offers a narrated and scenic drive for all. From the Legion of Honor, travel across the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, visit the quaint and picturesque bayside village of Sausalito and spend time at Muir Woods National Monument (entry own expense).

Tour San Francisco in an open-air safari jeep, then visit Alcatraz during this 4-hour urban adventure. With your small group, limited to 10 people or fewer to ensure an intimate experience, cruise through the city, passing landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, then winding through the city's diverse neighborhoods. Disembark at Pier 33 to board your Alcatraz cruise, then take the self-guided audio tour to learn about the prison's rich history. Pickup at your hotel in San Francisco is included.

Explore the affluent North Shore of Chicago on this guided, half-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy a scenic ride along Lake Michigan, passing by four cities, plus majestic mansions and historic American homes. Stop in downtown Evanston, with a visit to the Shakespeare Garden and the campus of Northwestern University. See other popular locations like Rogers Park, Loyola University, the Bahai House of Worship, the Chicago Botanic Garden and much more. All entrance fees plus a Chicago hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Join an experienced naturalist guide to explore Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park in search of wintering wildlife. The trip starts exploring the National Elk Refuge, home to thousands of wintering elk, hundreds of bison, bighorn sheep and an array of waterfowl. We will then head north along the western boundary of the refuge to Grand Teton National Park. Here we will travel along the southern park roads watching for wildlife and stopping frequently for photo-ops. You will see places like antelope flats, the small town of Kelly and have views of several mountain ranges that form the valley of Jackson Hole. Jackson Hole's wintering wildlife is abundant with opportunities to see bison, elk, deer, moose, fox, coyote, bald eagle, trumpeter swans, and if we're lucky, wolves. Along the way you will learn about the geology, history and ecology of the area. The route varies seasonally based on group interest, road closures and wildlife migration.

Enjoy an educational and entertaining trip to Hoover Dam on this guided, 6-hour, small-group sightseeing adventure from Las Vegas. Travel through Boulder City and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area en route to Hoover Dam. Upon arrival, stop at the Visitor Center and take a look at the dam's generators on a Power Plant tour. Then enjoy an informative 10-minute movie and head to the top of the dam. Along the way, learn about the fascinating history, with an abundance of staggering facts. Breakfast and a hotel pickup/drop-off are included.

Explore Oahu's North Shore on this 7-hour, small-group excursion. Admire the views as you drive across the Ko'olau Mountains toward the Valley of the Temples. Enjoy the scenic shores of Kahana Bay, catch sight of Mokuauia Islet, and visit the legendary Waimea Bay for the opportunity to spot green sea turtles. Observe local villages, plantations, and pineapple fields as you journey through the island.

Visit two Bay Area attractions dedicated to California's natural environment on this 5-hour tour from San Francisco. First, head over the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument to see the coastal redwood trees. Then return to the city, via Sausalito, for a visit to Aquarium of the Bay, home to marine life from the waters of San Francisco Bay. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

In just four hours, experience the scenic highlights of San Diego and its neighboring areas. Watch sea lions and pelicans on the beaches of La Jolla and capture fantastic views from the top of Mt Soledad. Soak up the Old World elegance of the mansions and Hotel Del on Coronado Island, and find peace in the urban oasis of Balboa Park. Wind through downtown and Old Town San Diego, learning about the city's history along the way. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just 14 people.

Explore the famous groves of the Northern California redwoods on this 3.5-hour tour of Muir Woods. Departing from Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, a local guide will drive you over the scenic Golden Gate Bridge and into the moist air of Muir Woods National Monument. Crane your neck to admire these 1000-year-old trees standing 260 feet tall. Afterward, enjoy a drive through the charming town of Sausalito before heading back to the city.Please note: The 4:30pm tour time does not include Sausalito, but you'll enjoy a photo stop at the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset.

Get the very best views of Colorado's natural wonder on a Jeep tour that takes you to the mouth on the Royal Gorge and over the highest suspension bridge in the United States. Get a perspective most visitors miss with exclusive access to the park's southern entrance, plus a stunning panorama from the top of Fremont Peak. Along the way, dig deeper into the region's history with sightings of historic graves and dinosaur footprints.

Get the true celebrity treatment in L.A. during this 4-hour, fully-customizable, private sightseeing tour. Ever wanted to explore L.A. on your own terms, but skip the driving? You call the shots on this flexible excursion, sampling top attractions like Hollywood Boulevard, the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, the famous Chinese Theatre and much more. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle from select Los Angeles hotels, along with bottled water and beverages, are all included.

There's plenty to see on the streets of San Francisco, and this half-day 'safari' through the wilds of SF makes sure you experience it all. The San Francisco Urban Adventure is a four-hour expedition that takes place in your own custom, open-air game-viewing vehicle. Wind through the city streets on a hunt for the best hidden gems and well-known attractions. You'll track colorful murals and film locations, meander down alleyways and keep an eye out for historic architectural sites on this fun, good-humored tour.

Experiences both Portland's rugged outdoors and renowned wine scene on this 6-hour small-group tour. Visit the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area where you see waterfalls, admire the Cascade Mountain Range, and look out for Bald Eagles and Osprey. Then explore Hood River with its lush forests and stop at a variety of boutique wineries to sample locally produced wines including the much talked about Oregon Pinot Noirs. Leave the logistic and driving to your guide while you relax, taste fantastic wines, and learn about Oregon's natural beauty.

Enjoy an educational and entertaining trip to Hoover Dam on this guided, 5-hour, small-group sightseeing adventure from Las Vegas. Visit the Hoover Dam Visitor Center and Generator Room, enjoy an informational movie and check out the view from the top of the dam and Lake Mead. Learn about the history of Hoover Dam, with an abundance of staggering facts. On the return trip to Las Vegas, make a short visit to a local park where herds of bighorn sheep typically graze. All entrance fees, snacks and bottled water are included.

Experience the best of Los Angeles on a 6-hour private tour with a personal guide, and explore the city in a vehicle that seats up to 15 guests. Get an insider's glimpse of Tinseltown as you stroll the Hollywood Walk of Fame, watch for celebrities as you tour Rodeo Drive and the city's exclusive neighborhoods, then take in views of the Hollywood sign and towering downtown skyscrapers. Enjoy the ultimate L.A. experience, and enjoy the convenience of a personal tour that begins and ends at your hotel or private residence. 

See the wilder, less-developed aspect of Niagara Falls with a 4-hour tour to the Canadian side of the border with pick up at New York hotels. Ride the Hornblower boat to the base of Horseshoe Falls, and feel the river's massive power and cooling mist. Capture panoramic images from the 775-foot (236-meter) Skylon Tower, then listen to stories about the daredevils and adventurers who have taken on the falls in barrels and boats. Explore the Niagara's scenic escarpment, power plants, rapids and vast whirlpool before returning to New York.

Join a small group for a half-day tour that delves into Honolulu's history, including a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona. Learn about old Hawaii when you visit the Iolani Palace and Kamehameha statue, then drive through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, where many US soldiers are buried. Finally, take in the USS Arizona Memorial as you tour Pearl Harbor and see exhibits of War World II artifacts, videos, and photographs. Includes guide, admission ticket, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Waikiki.

Regardless of where you are on your life's journey, it's never a bad time to recharge and reconnect to the universe around you. Sedona's red rock spires and plateaus offer direct access to the astral plane via interplanetary vortices. And if that sounds like a bunch of hippy-dippy mumbo jumbo, fear not, you don't have to be enlightened to enjoy these geologic wonders and the sweeping desert views they provide.