10 Cultural Tours in Orange County That You Shouldn't Miss

Come enjoy all the highlights of ORANGE COUNTY’S BEACH CITIES with our local and experienced guides. Our adventure starts with a drive from your hotel to SEAL BEACH, where we pass by the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station, Sunset Beach, The Bolsa Chica Wetlands, and down the coast to our first stop the world famous HUNTINGTON BEACH! From Huntington Beach, we make our way down the coast to NEWPORT BEACH to check out and explore the quaint community of BALBOA ISLAND. From Balboa Island, we’ll take you on through CORONA DEL MAR, for some wonderful views and on past CRYSTAL COVE. Next stop, grab some lunch in LAGUNA BEACH. After Laguna, our guests explore some spectacular views of all Orange County from a super secret spot. Next, we head into DANA POINT, A sight not to be missed as we explore its majestic cliffs and beautiful harbor. Last stop of the day - SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO! Our guests will also have the chance to visit THE MISSION IN SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO.

Inclusions: fully narrated tour by your local knowledgeable and fun tour guide/driver, water and snacks, perfect picture spots!, stop for lunch (lunch cost not included in tour price), pick-up and drop-off from Orange County area hotels and custom locations, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Pick up from hotel/location ranges from 8:30 – 8:45 a.m. Four main stops and Overall  tour duration is 8 hours.

Inclusions: Hop-on hop-off tour ( only within our 4 main stops Hollywood walk of fame for 1hr, then Farmers market 1hr, Santa Monica Beach 1hr, Venice beach 45min)

Exclusions: No Alcholo, We do not provide lunch, No Food and drinks, unless specified

Like we at CharlieTheTraveler have done for thousands of others, you will be given the experience of a lifetime: famous hangout spots, popular attractions, lively restaurants & a lot of personal charm. A boring tour guide is a drag. A geeky tour guide is irritating. A lively & youthful but equally reliable tour guide makes all the difference in your experience. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour: ► Watching Performers, Fortune-Tellers & Artists on Venice Beach ► Seeing California’s Most Visited & Energy-Fueled Beach, Santa Monica ► Hanging Out at a Converted Summer House, Now Arguably California’s Most Popular Outdoor Lounge/Bar ► Views of the City & Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory ► Walking the “Walk of Fame,” Featuring Celebrities’ Handprints & Signatures ► World Famous Rodeo Drive ► Exploring Greater LA’s 3 Best Outdoor Shopping & Entertainment Complexes ► Checking Out Celebrity Homes ► Enjoying an Authentic Farmer’s Market

Inclusions: Small-group private tour, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Live entertainment, Round-trip private transfer, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by private vehicle, Gas for vehicle

Exclusions: Flights, Food & Beverages, Travel visa (only applicable to citizens of certain countries), Travel insurance, Hotels/accommodations

Sustainability is the name of the game on this fun, informative tour of Laguna Beach. In addition to exploring the area with a local, you’ll get to see first hand the efforts being made to preserve the natural environment, from beach clean-ups to marine mammal rehabilitation. Sip an organic coffee along the way and take advantage of some envy-inducing photo opportunities at some of Laguna Beach’s top sights.

Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, An organic coffee at Urth Café, Return bus ticket into Laguna Canyon, Entrance to Pacific Marine Mammal Center

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Come enjoy all the highlights of Los Angeles with our local and experienced guides. Starting in Downtown Los Angeles, you’ll get the chance to see all the major sites and high-rise buildings LA is famous for! Next stop Hollywood! Check out the World Famous HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME, GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATRE, the DOLBY THEATRE. After exploring Hollywood, we then head-up to the HOLLYWOOD HILLS for a relaxing drive along MULHOLLAND DRIVE. There’s nothing better than checking out CELEBRITY HOMES, and getting views of THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN. Lunch stop is at THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET - and iconic spot right in the middle of town with food options from around the globe! From our lunch stop, our guests are taken through the iconic SUNSET STRIP. Our next stop, is the world famous RODEO DRIVE in BEVERLY HILLS. Upon making our way to the beach cities, our guests enjoy a panoramic view of the SANTA MONICA PIER before heading over for the last stop of the day at the funky VENICE BEACH.

Inclusions: fully narrated tour by your local knowledgeable and fun tour guide/driver, water and snacks, perfect picture spots!, stop for lunch (lunch cost not included in tour price), pick-up and drop-off from Orange County area hotels and custom locations, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

San Juan Capistrano and it’s famous Mission include some of the most unique and beautiful sites in all of California. Few can compare to its historical and cultural importance going back 250 years - from the lives of the indigenous peoples to the very first wine-making in California.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Make your Private Transfer To The Nixon's Presidential Library easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation that will fit your travel needs and budget. Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party travel arrangements.

Inclusions: One way Private Transfer., All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees (if applicable), Admissions.

Laguna, along America's Riviera, has a wealth of sun and sand. On a 1 and 1/2 hour walking tour of our village-like downtown we’’ll explain the unique history of California's 'Best Beach Town' - founded and still very much an Artist's Colony. And we’ll be happy to offer Tips on where to best Shop and Eat. Then off to the craggy, dramatic coastline overlooking quiet beaches and life-filled tide pools.

Inclusions: Guided Tour

Exclusions: Private transportation, Meals and drinks

Your Surf City experience begins on an electric bicycle for a stunning ride down the Huntington Beach Bike Trail north to Sunset Beach, with several stops for a few snaps/selfies at Bolsa Chica State Beach. Here we’ll pause and watch skillful locals surf the afternoon waves. After a picturesque ride back to town, we’ll spend some time learning about how surf culture has shaped the state of California and discover some of surfing’s most beloved heroes. We will slowly cruise along Main Street to the Huntington Beach Historical Pier all the while overlooking the beach and the surfers at work and return at our original starting point. The electronic bike is an assist to regular biking, if you feel uncomfortable riding 15 miles an hour you can pedal yourself as when you would with a regular bike.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

San Juan Capistrano, CA has the oldest street in California! Our experience starts with exploring the historical San Juan Capistrano Mission build in 1776. After we explored the mission for 50 minutes and learned more about Saint Junípero Serra, the Swallows of San Juan and the native Americans we walk through the Los Rios Historic District. Here we will find Adobe houses dating back to 1779 and you be shown hidden gems within the district. At our last stop, we rewind and relax at one of the wineries. This is great opportunity to sit down with your local expert and ask for more great things to do in the area! Other things to note Traffic in Southern California is always very challenging, please plan enough time to meet at the start point so the host can offer the experience in time at to the best extent.

Inclusions: Admission to the Mission

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.