Top 10 Tours in Santa Cruz, California (CA)

Learn to surf in Santa Cruz during a 3-hour clinic designed with the beginner in mind. Novices are welcome, as well as anyone who has tried surfing but could use some tips for balancing on the board and catching a wave. You'll get plenty of practice with paddling and pop-up techniques while learning about wave breaks, ocean conditions, and safety in and out of the water, including surf etiquette. Includes all necessary equipment.

Inclusions: Professional instructor, Surfboard and necessary gear, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Parking fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Learn indigenous skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set up traps for food. Both novice campers and seasoned backpackers will benefit from hands-on activities during this 5-hour class with a naturalist instructor. The session takes place in a redwood forest in Boulder Creek, located just north of Santa Cruz.

Inclusions: Professional guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Instructor Gratuity

This is a unique opportunity to become the mermaid you've always dreamed of! Santa Cruz is the perfect beach town to fulfill your mermaid dreams.

Inclusions: Mermaid tail & monofin rental with option to buy, plus accessories, 5 digital images

Exclusions: Extra people beyond 1 (can be accomodated for extra fee)

The ultimate surf trip that will take you from San Francisco to the famous Santa Cruz. Embark in the van with boards, combis and the necessary for a total immersion in the fascinating world of surfing in California. We will take the legendary Highway 1, one of the most beautiful roads in the world, for this surf trip along the Pacific coast. With a little luck we can see dolphins or whales and enjoy the exceptional views that this experience offers. On the program surf sessions, local meal, walk in this city relaxed and very atypical outline. For those who wish, you can also visit the Santa Cruz surfing museum or the charming neighboring Capitola. A smooth return to San Francisco in the late afternoon with images and memories in your head. The experience is a unique adventure and an opportunity to dive into the authentic atmosphere of surfing in Santa Cruz.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, surfboard, wetsuit, poncho, Private transportation

Exclusions: swimsuit

Santa Cruz is an amazing place to ride a mountain bike, but finding all the great trails can be challenging. Whether you’re looking for a cross-country ride with ocean views, an adrenaline gravity fueled rip on some more technical tracks, or maybe a mixture with everything in between…we’ve got you covered. Let us show you a locals view on our home trails and help you find your dream ride. We often like to start our rides with a damn good espresso and end with a cold local brew and great food, we’ll show you the best spots in town for that as well!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Snacks, Private Guide

Exclusions: Use of bicycle

As a professional artist and teacher, it is one of my passions to teach others the joy of art making. I love watercolor sketch journaling and would love to share with you my years of tips and tricks so that you can learn how to easily draw and paint...even if you are a total beginner! This art class is special because it is specifically designed for vacation travelers. I will show you the essential supplies you need to have a small, portable "art studio" that you can take traveling. You will be able to easily draw and paint anytime, anywhere and capture your vacation memories in your own watercolor journal!

Inclusions: I will provide all the art supplies you need!

Exclusions: I recommend bring a sun hat, sunscreen and a smart phone/camera.

Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific Coast Highway! This self-guided audio tour stretches between San Francisco and Los Angeles, one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world! This self-guided audio tour allows you to explore Highway 1 with maximum flexibility and value. Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. Start at the first stop and follow the instructions! Stick to our route for the best experience. This tour doesn’t include entrance to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules before your visit. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever! ALERT: Highway partially closed due to storm damage.

Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support

Exclusions: Admission to Paid Attractions

The only small group tour to explore five National Parks in five incredible days! On this epic, bucket-list tour from San Francisco you’ll stockpile memories from the sandy beaches of the Pacific Coast to the breathtaking granite cliffs of Yosemite National Park. You’ll experience the emerald beauty of Lake Tahoe, savor the tastes from Napa and Sonoma Valley wineries and gaze at the grandeur of soaring redwood trees in Muir Woods. Experience the most the prized destinations in Northern Californiaover 5 days and 4 nights. Your tour includes hotel accommodations, some meals and admission fees at all national parks and attractions..

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Welcome reception in Monterey, 4 nights accommodation, National Park fees except Muir Woods entrance, Experienced, knowledgeable Expedition Leader, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Luxury transport along California’s Pacific Coast, Yosemite National Park entrance fee, Excursion to Emerald Bay & Vikingsholm Castle

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

This independent California pacific coast excursion is made possible by sedan car from San Jose to Monterey, local three hour tour of Monterey Peninsula, spending a night there and then to Los Angeles in two days. Comfortable seating also can enjoy dinning on the train.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, 17 mile drive fee, Air-conditioned vehicle, Sightseeing tour of Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, 17 mile drive, WiFi on board, Lounge car on board, Hotel in Monterey

Exclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Food and drinks, Gratuity

Join a Californian rite of passage as you experience the journey down the Pacific Coast Highway 1, exploring the natural grandeur of the nature and small-town vibes that captured the imaginations of John Steinbeck, Henry Miller, and Jack Kerouac. You’ll step away from the big city into the laid back beach towns just a few hours south of San Francisco, where you’ll experience entirely different scenery. Enjoy 2 full days of exploring and adventuring along the rugged PCH while spotting marine wildlife around Monterey, reveling in the majestic giant redwoods of Big Sur and getting active on either a kayak or e-bike tour. A night, enjoy one of Monterey’s specialty seafood restaurants before sleeping comfortably at a hotel nearby.

Inclusions: Central San Francisco Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Narrated guided tour, 1 night hotel or campsite accommodations (double occupancy shared or private single supplement), All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Meals, Additional optional activities (contact us to arrange in advance)