San Diego plus Scenic Drive Private Tour - From Los Angeles.
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9h - 10h
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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About this experience
A scenic private tour from Los Angeles to San Diego and La Jolla is a popular day trip option, offering a blend of city exploration and coastal beauty. The journey typically involves a drive down the Pacific Coast Highway, showcasing picturesque views of picturesque coastal towns such as Huntington Beach, Newport Coast, Laguna Beach, before reaching La Jolla and San Diego. This private tour focuses on the beauty of Southern California's picturesque coastal towns, which come with history, coastal views, and exploration of their unique sites.
La Jolla is a smart seaside area, known for its rugged coastline. Trails wind past pine trees and sandstone canyons in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, La Jolla Cove has sweeping ocean views, and the Shell Beach tide pools are home to anemones and crabs.
San Diego, California, is a vibrant coastal city known for its beautiful beaches, pleasant climate, with a picturesque shoreline boardwalk that goes from Seaport Village to the city center.
Available options
San Diego Day Trip.
Private day trip.<br/>Duration: 9 hours: This day trip/tour includes pickup and drop-off in the Los Angeles general area, and will take 9 to 10 hours to complete.<br/>Pickup included
What's included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
1 Checked Bag (up to 50 lbs.) / 1 Carry-on (up to 20lbs.) per guest.
Free Waiting Time Up to 60 Minutes* From the Airports/Cruise Ports.
Free Waiting Time Up to 15 minutes from any other location.
Detailed itinerary
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Seaport Village is a waterfront shopping and dining complex adjacent to San Diego Bay in downtown San Diego, California. It is located at 849 West Harbor Drive, at the intersection of Harbor Drive and Kettner. It houses more than 70 shops, galleries, and eateries on 90,000 square feet of waterfront property
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La Jolla is a smart seaside area, known for its rugged coastline. Trails wind past pine trees and sandstone canyons in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, while the 2 courses at world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course sit atop sea cliffs. La Jolla Cove has sweeping ocean views, and the Shell Beach tide pools are home to anemones and crabs and sea lions. Soledad, La Jolla's natural beauty, abundance of activities and upscale village lifestyle ensure that it lives up to its nickname as "the jewel" of San Diego. Consistently voted one of the top beach destinations in the world,
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The journey typically involves a drive down the Pacific Coast Highway, showcasing picturesque views of picturesque coastal towns such as Huntington Beach, Newport Coast, Laguna Beach, before reaching Fwy 5 to La Jolla and San Diego. This journey will takes us about 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes.
What's not included
Tour Guide tip is kindly apprecited.
Available languages
Guide guide
RU
PT
EN
ES
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Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
RapidShuttle staff will do their best to track flights Arrivals for all Private Services. However, it's the Traveler responsibility to contact us and inform us of any delays, cancellations or flight changes. In addition, is the Traveler responsibility to let RapidShuttle's agents know if they are running late due, but not limited to Luggage, Costumes, and or Emigration Issues.
Guest is responsible to notify RapidShuttle for any delays. After the allocated waiting time, if no contact with the party, RapidShuttle reserves the right to record the trip as a No-Show by the Guest. No-Shows are Not Refundable.
Drivers are not allowed to collect payments onboard for the exception of tips. Any cash, or any other form payment made directly with the driver it will be considered tip/gratuities.
RapidShuttle is not responsible for any items left in the vehicles; please ensure you have all your belongs upon exiting the vehicles. Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable.
Collapsible wheelchairs/Scooter with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the Guest(s) is/are accompanied by someone who can assist them, board, disembark and disassemble/assemble the wheelchair/scooter. Please keep in mind that Wheelchairs/Scooters may not fit in a vehicle luggage compartment designated for 1-2 Passengers (Sedan), or 3-4 Passengers (Minivan). Due to the fact that Wheelchairs and or Scoters vary in Size, Shape, and Form. It is the Guest(s) responsibility to ensure that such items can fit on the selected vehicle and or passenger group. Due to liabilities, the driver is not allowed to assist in the disassembly/assembly of the wheelchair/scooter, nor assist the Guest(s) board or off-board the vehicle. RapidShuttle vehicles are Not equipped to provide Access/ADA services. In the event, that the wheelchair/scooter cannot fit in the baggage compartment, nor the Guest(s) have the ability to board the selected vehicle/service; RapidShuttle it will do their best to find an alternative service for the Guest(s) at their own costs. The Guest(s) understands that these costs will be in addition to their initial cost for the reservation. The Guest(s) as well understand that in the event that RapidShuttle's driver cannot accommodate the Guest(s) due to their own ability to board, and/or off-board the vehicle, and or the scooter or wheelchair cannot fit in the baggage compartment, RapidShuttle reserves the right not to issue a refund for the services.
Due to unforeseen events such but not limited to Road Conditions, Mechanical Failures, Over Bookings, RapidShuttle reserves the right to hire a RapidShuttle Affiliate and or Partner to provide transportation for a scheduled pickup. The service type and cost will be equal or greater from what the Client has paid. In such cases, the information provided to The Affiliate and or Partner it will be limited to the Client's name and contact phone number, arrival/departure flight information, and pickup/drop off information. In the event RapidShuttle sees the needs to use one of our Affiliate's and or Partners to provide a scheduled pick-up, RapidShuttle it will Not Charge the client any extra fees. These measures have to be in place to ensure that our clients do not get services interruptions or to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Guests are responsible to ensure they have the proper safety gear when traveling with children. However, RapidShuttle, upon request will provide child seats for an additional fee.
Luggage information: Carry-on bags: Have a maximum size of 22 in x 18 in x 10 in (56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm), including handles, wheels, and side pockets. Also have a weight limit of 8kgs (or 17lbs.) Checked bags: Checked should have a maximum size of 62 linear in (length + width + depth) and a maximum weight of 23kgs. (or 50 lbs.) Bags that are overweight may incur additional charges or will not be allowed in the vehicle if it does not fit. Personal items: Personal items, such as purses, backpacks, and laptop bags, must fit under your seat or in your lap. They usually have a maximum size of 8 in x 18 in x 14 in. NOTICE: Inform the Tour Operator before you book your services, if you have extra luggage, and or oversized luggage, so the Tour Operator will suggest to you on the type of Product option you should select.
Luggage allowance, Extra/Oversize luggage or items: Your service includes only one (1) checked bag up to 50 lbs. and one (1) carry-on up to 20 lbs. It's the customer's responsibility to (1) ensure the Product option they have selected can accommodate their luggage plus the number of passengers, and (2) to inform the Tou/Service Operator if they have additional luggage, extra large/oversize luggage or items. If the customer fails to notify the Tour/Service Operator in regards these items; at the TourService Operator discretion, they can either request for a large or an additional vehicles (if one is available) at the Customers expenses in order to to accommodate the items listed outside the allowance given, and or charge an additional fee per the additional and or extra large/oversize luggage or items. Such fee should not be less than $15.00 per item nor over $25.00 per item.
In the event the Tour/Service Operator cannot accommodate the extra luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or extra passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the booking, the customer(s) have the option to either (1) request an addition vehicle from the Tour/Service Operator (if one is available) by making a new reservation and paid for the additional service/vehicle, (2) hire a third party to handle the additional luggage, oversize-luggage, and or extra customers. For safety, and or to prevent additional weight in the vehicle that will incur additional costs, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to refuse to carry the additional luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or additional passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the reservation. No refunds will be given for unused services.
To reduce liability: To ensure that all proper procedures with current bookings, or new bookings, and cancellation policies are followed, and in order to protect both the customer and the Tour Operator, the drivers, nor tour guides are allowed to make changes in existing bookings, nor make a new one. All changes, and new bookings are required to go through the Tour Operator by contacting them directly.
Curbside pickup from an Airport, or Cruise Port: After you collect all of your luggage, step outside your terminal (arrivals level), and go to the Passenger designated pickup zone. Once there, call (do not text, nor send emails) the Transfer or Tour Operator directly. Be ready to provide a terminal Number/Letter, Door Number (when one is available), or Pillar Number/Letter (when one is available). The Transfer nor the Tour Operator liable for Passenger No-Show due to failing to follow these procedures. No-shows are not refundable.
Meet and Greet (inside terminal) when available: After you collect your luggage, and go through Customs and Emigration, proceed to your terminal lobby pickup area. Every Airport procedure is different, please follow further instructions on your voucher. Your driver or tour guide will be waiting for you with a sign.
Pickup from any other locations: Be ready at your designated pickup location with 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Always be sure that your phone is able to receive texts, calls in order to provide you with your driver´s, tour guide, and vehicle information.
The Transfer nor the Tour Operator will held liable for Passenger No-Show due to failing to follow these procedures. No-shows are not refundable.
Important notes
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
About Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a vibrant, multicultural city known for its Hollywood glamour, sunny beaches, and diverse cultural attractions. From iconic landmarks to world-class dining and entertainment, LA offers a unique blend of urban excitement and natural beauty.
Top Attractions
Hollywood Walk of Fame
A must-visit for film and entertainment enthusiasts, the Hollywood Walk of Fame features over 2,700 stars embedded in the sidewalk, honoring celebrities in the entertainment industry.
Historical
1-2 hours
Free
Santa Monica Pier
An iconic beachfront amusement park with a Ferris wheel, roller coaster, and numerous rides, the Santa Monica Pier offers fun for all ages.
Entertainment
Half day
Free entry, rides cost extra
Griffith Observatory
A public observatory offering stunning views of the Los Angeles skyline and the Hollywood Sign, as well as educational exhibits about space and astronomy.
Nature
2-3 hours
Free (some exhibits and shows have fees)
The Getty Center
A world-renowned art museum featuring European paintings, drawings, sculptures, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts, and photographs.
Museum
Half day
Free (parking fee applies)
Venice Beach
A vibrant beach community known for its boardwalk, street performers, and eclectic shops, as well as its beautiful sandy beaches.
Beach
Half day
Free
Must-Try Local Dishes
Fish Tacos
A popular street food item featuring grilled or fried fish in a tortilla, topped with salsa and crema.
Lunch/Dinner
Can be made with various types of fish, vegetarian options available.
Korean BBQ
A staple of LA's Korean food scene, featuring marinated meats grilled at the table and served with side dishes.
Dinner
Contains meat, vegetarian options available at some restaurants.
Avocado Toast
A trendy dish featuring toasted bread topped with mashed avocado, often garnished with eggs, tomatoes, or other toppings.
Breakfast/Brunch
Vegetarian, vegan options available.
Tacos al Pastor
A traditional Mexican taco featuring marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit and served on corn tortillas with pineapple.
Lunch/Dinner
Contains pork, vegetarian options available at some restaurants.
Popular Activities
Hiking in Griffith Park
Rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park
Surfing in Malibu
Beach day in Santa Monica
Spa day in Beverly Hills
Yoga in Venice Beach
Visiting museums in Downtown LA
Exploring historic sites in Olvera Street
Best Time to Visit
April to May, September to November
The peak seasons offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and ideal conditions for outdoor activities. This is the best time to visit for comfortable sightseeing and exploring the city's attractions.
15-25°C
59-77°F
Practical Information
Language
- Official: English
- Widely spoken: Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog
- English: Widely spoken
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Time Zone
Pacific Time Zone (PT), GMT-8 (Standard Time), GMT-7 (Daylight Saving Time)
Electricity
120VV, 60HzHz
Safety Information
Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe
LA is generally safe for tourists, but some areas can be risky, especially at night. Stay aware of your surroundings and take precautions to protect your belongings.
Important Precautions:
- • Keep valuables secure
- • Be cautious at night and in less touristy areas
- • Use reputable tour operators and transportation services
Getting there
By air
- Los Angeles International Airport • 20 km from city center
- Bob Hope Airport • 30 km from city center
By train
Union Station
By bus
Union Station, Greyhound Bus Station
Getting around
Public transport
The Metro Rail system includes several subway and light rail lines that cover most of the city. It's a convenient and affordable way to get around.
Taxis
Available • Apps: Uber, Lyft
Rentals
Car, Bike, Scooter
Neighborhoods
Hollywood
Santa Monica
Downtown LA
Venice
Beverly Hills
Day trips
Santa Barbara
150 km from LA • Full day
A charming coastal city known for its Spanish architecture, wineries, and beautiful beaches.
Disneyland Resort
50 km from LA • Full day
A world-famous theme park featuring Disney characters, rides, and attractions for all ages.
Joshua Tree National Park
200 km from LA • Full day or overnight
A unique desert landscape featuring iconic Joshua trees, rock formations, and hiking trails.
Festivals
Hollywood Bowl Summer Concert Series • June to September
LA Pride • June
LA County Fair • September to October
Pro tips
- Use public transportation or walk whenever possible to avoid traffic and parking issues
- Book tickets in advance for popular attractions and events
- Explore beyond the tourist hotspots for a more local experience
- Be prepared for traffic and congestion, especially during peak hours
- Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun, as LA can be hot and sunny year-round
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