The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from San Juan Capistrano
This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—perfect for families, friend groups, or corporate outings.
Your journey begins with panoramic coastal views at Mount Soledad, followed by time to explore the cliffs and sea lions of La Jolla Cove. Next, step back in time in Old Town San Diego, where adobe buildings and historic plazas capture California’s early days.
Enjoy lunch at Seaport Village along the waterfront (meals not included), then cruise through the Gaslamp Quarter as your guide shares stories from San Diego’s Wild West past. Cross the Coronado Bridge for sweeping views, stop at the iconic Hotel del Coronado, and drive scenic Orange Avenue. Finish with a pass through Balboa Park and Little Italy.
With expert narration and hotel pickup included, it’s a full day of SoCal history, scenery, and coastal charm.
Take in the Views from Mount Soledad Kick off your San Diego adventure with a stop at Mount Soledad—home to sweeping coastal views and one of the city’s most meaningful landmarks. Soak in panoramic sights stretching from La Jolla to Mexico, and take a moment at the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial, a peaceful tribute to American service members. It’s a stunning and reflective start to your day.
Stroll the Shores of La Jolla Cove Get up close to San Diego’s wild side at La Jolla Cove, where dramatic cliffs meet crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life. Watch sea lions lounge on the rocks, wander through tide pools, or relax in the grassy expanse of Ellen Browning Scripps Park. With its postcard-perfect views and lively coastal charm, this stop is a favorite for nature lovers and photographers alike.
Step Back in Time in Old Town San Diego Known as the birthplace of California, Old Town brings the past to life with adobe buildings, colorful shops, and lively plazas. Stroll through Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, explore the Whaley House Museum, or relax in the gardens of Heritage and Presidio Parks. It’s a charming blend of history, culture, and fun—perfect for soaking up San Diego’s roots.
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
San Juan Capistrano Pickup – Hotels & Short-Term Rentals If you're staying at a hotel or short-term rental in San Juan Capistrano, we offer direct pickup from most properties in the area. Just enter your address at checkout, and we'll confirm whether it falls within our normal pickup range. On the morning of your tour, you’ll receive a text message with your exact pickup time, and your guide will arrive in a clearly marked tour vehicle. If your location is outside our pickup zone, we’ll direct you to the nearest meeting point at San Juan Capistrano Station – 26701 Verdugo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, a convenient public transit hub in the heart of downtown.