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15 Private Tours in San Diego to Build a Day Around

49 tours  ·  from $59

Every trip runs one free day short. These 15 private tours are the ones that earn the slot, priced and timed so you can decide over breakfast.

Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego - El Mirador and the view over Ensenada
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Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego

1.Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $269Our pick

Travel from San Diego into Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe with a private guide such as Mario or Rene handling the driving, border crossings, winery visits, and timing. The day includes three tastings, a winery production visit, a five-course BajaMed lunch at Finca Altozano, and hotel pickup in eligible areas.

“Mario was awesome. He picked us up right on time and was so helpful. He pointed out spots along the way and knew a lot of history! This was the best tour I have ever been on. Great wineries, and the food was amazing. He sat with us at lunch, helped order and helped us with any and all questions. He was so intelligent, welcoming, friendly and kind. Crossing back from Mexico was super easy! I felt entirely safe and taken care of. I would recommend this tour and plan to do it again myself. So fun and so worth it! Don’t miss out!”

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2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay - Setting out from Harbor Island Drive
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2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

2.2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Liz aboard the clean, spacious Mojave for a private two-hour sail from Harbor Island. Your group of up to six can shape the route around the USS Midway, sea lions, Coronado, the skyline, sunset views, or a relaxed cruise with snacks, drinks, and champagne.

“My sisters and I took my mom for Mothers Day for a cruise on Harbor island Bay. Liz was sweet and patient! We all had such a great time!”

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Private Balboa Park Segway Tour - Starting at Presidents Way
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Private Balboa Park Segway Tour

3.Private Balboa Park Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Explore Balboa Park by Segway with a private guide, riding through its museums, gardens, performance sites, and artist spaces. Bridgette is a frequently praised guide, though other guides may lead your tour. The two-hour outing is limited to your group, with instruction, helmets, and bottled water included.

“Bridgette was an excellent tour guide and Segway instructor. She also handled an unusual situation with great professionalism - after dismounting from the Segway and taking a break halfway through the tour, I accidentally tripped on a hole in a concrete curb. My elbow got a good scrape, and the shock caused me to feel faint for a couple minutes. Bridgette pulled out a first aid kit immediately, treating my injury and making very sure I was fully recovered before continuing the tour. You're in good hands with Bridgette.”

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Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego - Searching for Dolphins, Whales, and Sea Lions
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Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego

4.Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · from $179

Set out from Mission Bay with Captain Rich on a private three-hour boat trip for up to six people. Search for dolphins, gray, humpback, fin, and blue whales, plus sea lions and other marine life. The boat has an enclosed cabin, observation tower, restroom, bottled water, and safety gear.

“Incredible! The dolphins and the whales were breathtaking! Captain was so knowledgeable and gave us every opportunity to enjoy the marine life around us.”

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2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests - The USS Midway and the Kissing statue
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2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests

5.2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $260

Sail from Harbor Island on a private 2.5-hour sunset cruise for up to 12 people. Captain Gus guides your group past the USS Midway, Seaport Village, The Rady Shell, and beneath the Coronado Bridge. Blankets, drinks, and snacks are included, with parking and gratuity extra.

“Great experience to see the harbor and the San Diego Skyline! Beautiful views and lots of fun! We had a group of 13 girls on the sail for a bachelorette party and we were well taken care of!”

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Private Day Sailing Experience in San Diego up to 12 guests - Point Loma and the sea lion option
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Private Day Sailing Experience in San Diego up to 12 guests

6.Private Day Sailing Experience in San Diego up to 12 guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Set sail from Harbor Island with your private group of up to 12, choosing Point Loma sea lions or downtown San Diego. Your captain handles the boat while you enjoy harbor views, USS Midway, Seaport Village, Coronado Bridge, snacks, drinks, and warm blankets.

“It was one of the if not the most memorable experience the group had on a long weekend spent in San Diego! Captain Gus was full of energy and fun facts. Loved the attention to detail and the atmosphere he had that was welcoming and professional. Thank you for an amazing experience!!! Be ready for some waves and a great time!”

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Private Sailing Charter on San Diego Bay - Boarding at Harbor Island
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Private Sailing Charter on San Diego Bay

7.Private Sailing Charter on San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours aboard Lucky Sol Sailing, a private sailboat charter from Harbor Island for up to six people. Captain Jason or Captain Brett can guide your route past the USS Midway, Point Loma, Coronado Bridge, historic ships, and downtown San Diego. Water, sodas, and snacks are included.

“Me and my girls loved it. I will definitely coming back again. We had a lot of fun for 2 and a half hrs”

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Tijuana Cultural Private Day Tour - CECUT: an hour of culture and gardens
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Tijuana Cultural Private Day Tour

8.Tijuana Cultural Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $159

Meet your guide at Cool Down Coffee in Chula Vista for a private six-hour Tijuana tour. Visit CECUT, Playas de Tijuana, Avenida Revolucion, Plaza Rio, and Mercado Hidalgo, with tacos, drinks, tastings, and private air-conditioned transport included.

“This was One of the BEST tours ever. Mario was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He was more like a friend rather than a tour guide. We had a GREAT time !!! Thanks Mario !!! Brenda and Steve N”

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San Diego Private Morning Sail up to 12 guests - Watching Sea Lions at Point Loma
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San Diego Private Morning Sail up to 12 guests

9.San Diego Private Morning Sail up to 12 guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a private morning sail from Harbor Island with your own captain and up to 12 people. Cruise toward Point Loma, raise the sails when conditions allow, watch sea lions, and enjoy blankets, drinks, and snacks before returning to the marina.

“We had a fantastic morning with Captain Gus! Super-knowledgeable about San Diego and all the different boats and ships in the bay. He was impressively skilled with his boat. We went to Mona Lisa and got the spicy special for lunch on his rec, too - guy knows his stuff!”

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San Diego 5 Hour Tour (Private) - Sunset Cliffs, seen from the road
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San Diego 5 Hour Tour (Private)

10.San Diego 5 Hour Tour (Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend about five and a half hours with Darren on a private San Diego sightseeing tour for up to four people. Visit Coronado, Balboa Park, La Jolla Cove, Sunset Cliffs, Cabrillo National Monument, and Old Town. Pickup, snacks, bottled water, photos, and airport drop-off are available.

“Darren was an extremely gracious guide, who was willing to share his immense love and knowledge of the city and all it had to offer”

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Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour - Playas de Tijuana and the border wall
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Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour

11.Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $189

Cross from San Diego into Baja California with a private guide, stopping at CECUT, the Tijuana border wall, Rosarito, and Puerto Nuevo. You get craft beer tastings, a lobster lunch, one margarita, mariachi music, and time to shop, with pickup available south of Mission Valley.

“This was most of our group’s first time in Mexico. Renee made the trip seamless and tailored our experience to our needs (more than half of our group doesn’t drink). We enjoyed taking in the scenery and feasting on lobsters. Getting back stateside was also painless. Highly recommend!”

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Wine Tasting Sidecar: 2.5-Hour Private Tour in San Diego - Meeting at Hotel Circle and setting off
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Wine Tasting Sidecar: 2.5-Hour Private Tour in San Diego

12.Wine Tasting Sidecar: 2.5-Hour Private Tour in San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll ride in a private motorcycle sidecar with a guide such as Steve, Ron, or Cesar, stopping at Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa and Pali Wine Co. for tastings. Expect city views, local stories, open-air riding, and a flexible pace. Tastings, lunch, and alcohol are extra.

“Our guide Ron was fantastic! He took us to lots of hidden treasure around San Diego that we would have never know about. The wine tasting was a lovely spot with very nice local wines. Seeing the city in a sidecar was a great way to get a feel of different areas! Thank you Ron for your friendly and helpful manner! We would do it again.”

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The Private Balboa Park Tour - Spanish Village Art Center and a colorful courtyard
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The Private Balboa Park Tour

13.The Private Balboa Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Explore Balboa Park by private Mercedes Sprinter and on foot with a guide such as Judy or Keana. See the Botanical Building, California Tower, Spanish Village, gardens, museums, theaters, and Spreckels Organ, with water, snacks, and hotel pickup included.

“Excellent walking tour. Guide was very knowledgable and friendly, and he came prepared with water and snacks! Thank you for a full education on Balboa Park!”

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Private Arrival Transfer from San Diego Airport SAN - Choosing between a sedan and an SUV
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Private Arrival Transfer from San Diego Airport SAN

14.Private Arrival Transfer from San Diego Airport SAN

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 21 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private one-way ride from San Diego International Airport to your San Diego hotel or residence. Drivers such as Mustafa, Robert, and Andressa have provided timely curbside pickups, with flight tracking, text updates, and sedan or SUV options. The fare covers up to three people in a sedan.

“Driver was great. I just wish he could have met me in baggage claim to assist with luggage. But impossible at this airport”

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Private San Diego Food Tour with Tacos, Burgers & Desserts - Stop one: Filipino flavors at Gaslamp Lumpia Factory
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Private San Diego Food Tour with Tacos, Burgers & Desserts

15.Private San Diego Food Tour with Tacos, Burgers & Desserts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $370

You’ll walk through San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter with a private guide, stopping for lumpia, avocado toast, a California burger, burrito, fish tacos, specialty coffee, a secret dish, and homemade ice cream. Guides such as Doug and Richard add local stories, though menus and stops can change.

“Doug did an amazing job! He had great stories about the different areas we visited and even showed us a few hidden gems. The food was delicious. Everyone in our group had a different favorite which I thought was pretty awesome! Great time was had by all in our family (from 9 years old to 76)!”

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