The 4 Small-Group Day Trips in the USA We Would Book First

1.Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,671 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $239Our pick

Leave San Francisco before sunrise for Yosemite with a group of up to 15. Walk beneath giant sequoias, stop at Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and El Capitan, then enjoy free time in Yosemite Valley. Guides such as Derek, Trevor, Kurt, and Steven add history, climbing stories, and practical help throughout the long day.

“Yosemite is, of course, an amazing place in our world. Having an expert and generous guide like Derek made the experience particularly wonderful. He played films about famous rock climbers to orient us to the meaning of famous cliffs like El Capitaine, enhancing my experience once we stood in front of its majestic face. He also helped us out by taking photographs whenever the opportunity presented. He did a great job, so much so that when I shared the photos with my children via text, one proclaimed I looked like I was in a National Geographic shoot. The entire trip was well planned to include enough food and rest stops.…”

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2.Small-Group Hollywood and Los Angeles Day Trip from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 313 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $286

Travel from Las Vegas to Los Angeles in a group of no more than 13, with hotel pickup, breakfast snacks, lunch, water, and a professional guide. Spend time at Santa Monica Pier, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Boulevard, the Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theatre, and the Walk of Fame. Expect a 14-hour day and up to five hours each way on the road.

“Michael and Jim are awesome, they made sure our cellphones are fully charge, bottled water always offered, made sure we are comfortable and most of all not bored while we are stuck in traffic in LA. I can’t say enough about them. They’re great. Viator also great, easy to reach by phone.”

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3.Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $155Best value

Travel from downtown Boston to Newport in a small group of up to 24 people. Your day includes narrated sightseeing, admission to The Breakers and Marble House, coastal views, and about two to three hours to explore Newport on your own. Guides such as Tim, Chris, or Lucia may lead the trip.

“Fabulous tour! Tim was our guide and did such a fabulous job hosting us. It was raining upon our return back and he graciously offered to drop us off at our hotel rather than just the few listed as options! Tim has such great love and knowledge of these cities and was so kind and patient! He was a very safe and responsible driver too. It was a beautiful day in Newport, RI!”

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4.Small Group Grand Canyon West Rim, Skywalk & Hoover Dam Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 214 reviews · 10 hours · from $229

Travel from Las Vegas in a leather-seat Mercedes van with up to 13 other people, stopping at Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon West. You get three hours at Eagle Point and Guano Point, lunch with canyon views, and Skywalk access subject to booking confirmation. Guides such as Steve, Matt, Ward, and Chris lead the day in English.

“The views was beautiful, very excited about the trip. And our driver, Jason was very knowledgeable about the Grand Canyon. knowledgeable about the Grand Canyon.”

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