The 4 Best Small-Group Day Trips in the USA

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 a full day in Yosemite with a group of up to 15. Guides such as Derek, Trevor, Kurt, and Steven combine park stories, short films, photo stops, and free time with a walk through Tuolumne Grove. Hotel pickup, park entry for US residents, and return transport are included.

“This was a very memorable day in Yosemite Park. It was a long day but Calder was a very knowledgeable guide and gave us ample opportunity for photos and time to see all the best attractions. I would recommend this trip to anyone.”

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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

Ride from Las Vegas to Los Angeles in a group of no more than 13, stopping at Santa Monica Pier, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Boulevard, the Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theatre, and a Hollywood Sign viewpoint. Guides such as Clayton, Jim, Michael, and Earl add stories along the way.

“This was an amazing day not just LA but the drive there and back, Clayton our tour guide was great and informative as well. If any one speaks to him tell him thanks and ask him to send me the pic of the elm street house please”

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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. Guide Tim, Chris, or Lucia may lead the day, with mansion audio tours, narrated sightseeing, Cliff Walk views, Ocean Drive, and free time in town.

“The tour director was exceptional. Touring the different mansions were enjoyable but had to download the app on phone to get audio description of each room. That was a little cumbersome. The three hour stroll in Newport shopping area was too long.”

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

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

Spend 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Steve, Matt, or Ward, traveling from Las Vegas in a Mercedes van for up to 14 people. Visit Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon West, with three hours for Eagle Point, Guano Point, lunch, and the Skywalk. Confirm Skywalk inclusion when booking.

“excellent choice. Mike is the guide you want. took us straight to the canyon ahead of all the tour buses, no lines!!!! plenty of time to see everything and back to Vegas in time for dinner. Thanks Mike 👍”

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