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See San Diego from a marine vantage point on this 90min harbor cruise, including a look at the marina, seabirds and potential sea lion sightings. This cruise begins and ends at 970 N Harbor Dr, in San Diego, California. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Listen to live narration from your captain and enjoy for-purchase snacks from the onboard snack bar.  This cruise lasts about 90 minutes and costs $46.14.

• San Diego harbor cruise
• Close-up views of Point Loma, The U.S. Naval Fleet and Submarine Base and more
• Crew narrates the local points of interest
• Tour the beautiful San Diego Bay on a Coast Guard certified yacht
• Multiple departure times to fit your schedule.

Make your way to the pier 2 at 970 N. Harbor Drive at least 30 minutes before your cruise’s departure time; multiple departure times are available to fit your schedule. Step aboard the ship and make yourself comfortable for the ride, which spans 90min and passes many local points of interest. Listen to insightful commentary from your guide as you pass landmarks such as the Cabrillo National Monument, the U.S. Naval Fleet and Submarine Base, Shelter Island, Harbor Island, and Point Loma. You’ll likely see some California sea lions along the way. Step up to the onboard snack bar to purchase some hot or cold items while you cruise. Return to the pier after the cruise. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Hike the redwoods and sip on world-class wine on this Muir Woods wine country day trip. Round trip transportation from your San Francisco Hotel is provided. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Led by an expert guide, enjoy views of the San Francisco Bay and Marin Headlands as you travel to the trails of the famous Muir Woods. After admiring groves of California redwoods, head to Sonoma and Napa Valley for an afternoon of wine tasting. There, sample wine and cheese at a handful of notable cellars before returning to your original departure point. This trip takes about 10 hours and costs $169.00.

• Day trip to Muir Woods, Napa, and Sonoma from San Francisco
• Hike the trails and check out the visitors center at Muir Woods
• Enjoy views of the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz, and the Marin Headlands
• Tempt your palate with wine, and cheese samples in wine country
• Complimentary hotel pickup and return from most San Francisco hotels

Your tour begins with pickup at your San Francisco hotel. Accompanied by your guide, head out of the city and across the Golden Gate Bridge, with views of Alcatraz and the city skyline on the right and the outstretched Pacific Ocean to the left. Admire the hills of the Marin Headlands as you approach Muir Woods, and feel the scenery begin to change from urban metropolis to old-growth forest. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Soar over Palm Springs on the Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of the desert. Ascending to 5,783 feet, the tram transports you to the cool air in the San Jacinto Mountains. The Aerial Tramway is located at 1 Tramway Rd, in Palm Springs, California. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

View unspoiled wilderness, including mountain spires and Ponderosa pine trees, during your ascent. Disembark and explore the area around Mountain Station, which includes a cocktail lounge, restaurant and observation deck. Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski on the trails in the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area around Mountain Station. This activity lasts about 2 hours and costs just $30.00.

• Tram Palm Springs
• Take the Palm Springs tramway up 5,873 feet up into the cool climate of the San Jacinto Mountains
• Spectacular views from the world’s largest revolving cable car
• At the top watch an 18-minute film on the history of the history and construction of the Tramway
• The Mountain Station 3-story facility has a cocktail lounge, dining facilities, gift shop and observation decks

  

Make your way to the start of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to being your day of adventure. The tram operates throughout the day, so the timing and duration of your experience is up to you. As you climb aboard the world’s largest rotating tramcars, be prepared to rise from the floor of the Sonoran Desert, where temperatures frequently reach as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit (48C) to the cool alpine air at 8,516 feet (2,838 meters). Pass through enormous Ponderosa pines in this arctic-alpine forest, enjoying views of the San Jacinto Mountains and Chino Canyon. When you reach Mountain Station, disembark to explore the facilities, which include observation decks, a cocktail lounge and dining facilities. Pause to watch a short film on the construction of the Tramway, then head out into the 14,000-acre (5,665-hectare) Mt San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area. Make use of the 54 miles  of hiking trails on foot in the summer or by snowshoe or cross-country skis in the winter. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

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Take in the highlights of San Diego Bay during a sightseeing tour by amphibious vehicle. This seal boat tour begins and ends at 825 W Harbor Dr, in San Diego, California. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Travel on both land and water, starting on the streets of Seaport Village and rolling down Harbor Drive alongside San Diego Bay. Transition into the water after departing Seaport Village. Cruise past the SeaWorld and Vacation Isle, experiencing the best of maritime San Diego on this fun and informative tour. This activity lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes and costs $49.00.

• Splash into the water to cruise at popular Ski Beach to cruise around San Diego Bay and the Quivira Basin
• Pass by waterfront highlights like SeaWorld San Diego and Vacation Isle
• Learn about San Diego history and landmarks from the informative commentary provided by the guide
• Family-friendly tour with departures available throughout the day

  

Check in at your departure point at San Diego’s Seaport Village half an hour before your tour commences, and make sure to give yourself plenty of time to find parking. Then, climb aboard an amphibious vehicle for your 1.75-hour adventure. Start by cruising down the streets of San Diego before heading straight into the San Diego Bay. Listen to commentary about the history of the California city as you pass by key attractions such as the Embarcadero, Harbor and Shelter Islands, Point Loma, the Maritime Museum of San Diego, and the USS Midway Museum. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a California sea lion. At the end of the tour, hold on tight as your amphibious vehicle will make its way back onto the land and drops you at your departure point. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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At nearly 800,000 acres, Joshua Tree is nearly impossible to take in on foot, and the best views are far off the paved path. Touring the park via 4×4, you’ll get to ride deep into the rugged backcountry, nabbing enviable views of the Mojave Desert, the sacred Joshua trees, wild rock formations, and more, making the most of your precious time in this incredible national park. This activity begins and ends at Morton’s Steakhouse at 74-880 Country Club Dr, in Palm Desert, California. For more information or to book this activity, click here. 

• Get off road in a 4×4 and to spots you can’t access in a regular vehicle
• Entrance fees into Joshua Tree National Park covered
• Find places deep in the backcountry, away from the national park crowds
• This tour is kid-friendly for those over 5 years old

  

Visit a national park the size of Rhode Island! The beautiful and rugged Mojave Desert is a unique and precious ecological wonder. This trip is incredible and fun for the whole family.

This trip takes about 5 hours and costs $209.00 per group. This is the adventure of a lifetime, and you don’t want to miss out. For more information or to book this activity, click here. 

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