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Search 16 California tour operators and travel companies, with 265 reviews.

# 2
of 19 matches
4.5
4,781 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55

Health Safety +

What they’re known for
Small group tours for all types of travelers at a range of different price points and trips to off-the-beaten-path destinations.
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4.5 Avg. Rating for California Trips|4,781 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
# 3
of 19 matches
4.7
19,105 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: 35-55, 55+

Health Safety +

Cancellation Policy
What they’re known for
Global trips to a wide array of destinations with a focus on themed adventures, exciting physical activities and learning about local cultures.
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4.7 Avg. Rating for California Trips|19,105 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
# 4
of 19 matches
4.8
4,132 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: 55+
What they’re known for
A huge variety of expertly-guided international trips that include cultural activities unique to the destination.
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4.8 Avg. Rating for California Trips|4,132 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
# 14
of 19 matches
4.4
330 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, River Cruises
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4.4 Avg. Rating for California Trips|330 Reviews for California Trips
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# 15
of 19 matches
4.9
150 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
Age Range: students, 18-35, 35-55
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4.9 Avg. Rating for California Trips|150 Reviews for California Trips
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# 17
of 19 matches
4.9
117 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
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4.9 Avg. Rating for California Trips|117 Reviews for California Trips
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# 29
of 19 matches
5
12 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours
Age Range: 35-55, 55+

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5 Avg. Rating for California Trips|12 Reviews for California Trips
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# 30
of 19 matches
3.6
783 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: families, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
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3.6 Avg. Rating for California Trips|783 Reviews for California Trips
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# 41
of 19 matches
4.7
13,714 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: 55+
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4.7 Avg. Rating for California Trips|13,714 Reviews for California Trips
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# 42
of 19 matches
4
577 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : budget
Trip Style: Group Tours
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4 Avg. Rating for California Trips|577 Reviews for California Trips
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# 44
of 19 matches
4.8
4,091 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Custom Itineraries
Age Range: families, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
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4.8 Avg. Rating for California Trips|4,091 Reviews for California Trips
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# 51
of 19 matches
4.6
27,705 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Premium worldwide tours for curious travelers who want to get closer to the destination in comfort and style.
Why we love them
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4.6 Avg. Rating for California Trips|27,705 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
# 52
of 19 matches
4.6
69,267 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Tours and experiences that include everything from the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals, guided by expert travel directors.
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4.6 Avg. Rating for California Trips|69,267 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
# 53
of 19 matches
4.7
9,610 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : budget
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises
Age Range: students, 18-35
What they’re known for
Social travel for 18-35 year olds around the world.
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4.7 Avg. Rating for California Trips|9,610 Reviews for California Trips
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Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
# 54
of 19 matches
4.7
504 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, River Cruises
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4.7 Avg. Rating for California Trips|504 Reviews for California Trips
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# 55
of 19 matches
4.7
385 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: 55+
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4.7 Avg. Rating for California Trips|385 Reviews for California Trips
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# 62
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Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours
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# 63
of 19 matches
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Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, River Cruises
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# 64
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Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
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Best California Tour Companies

Search 16 California tour operators and travel companies, with 265 reviews.
California Tour Companies

California Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
265  Reviews
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Great
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Average
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Disappointing
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Terrible
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Carol

Oct 2015

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Good size group, great tour leader (on

Good size group, great tour leader (on this occasion), pretty good value for money on the whole.

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Lesley

Oct 2015

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I enjoy intrepid but the style of

I enjoy intrepid but the style of travel doesn't suit everyone.

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alexandra

Sep 2015

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good balance of guidance and free time

good balance of guidance and free time

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Rodney

Sep 2015

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Inexperienced leadership resulting in some wasted time.

Inexperienced leadership resulting in some wasted time. Too much time traveling in buses and small vans. Our leader was not confident in communicating information to...

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Ric

Sep 2015

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Very knowledgeable, competent, personable guide. Fun and

Very knowledgeable, competent, personable guide. Fun a...

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