Private Los Angeles: Feel SoCal! Enjoy Dana Point Orange County Day-trip
Los Angeles, USA
Office phone number: +1 323 300 5370
Private Los Angeles: Feel SoCal! Enjoy Dana Point Orange County Day-trip
Los Angeles, USA
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Journey to LA’s neighboring county to uncover the secrets of beautiful Dana Point as you sea kayak your way to Doheny beach before floating back to the harbour where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch. Learn all about the interesting history and folklore of Dana Point Harbour and pay a visit to the Ocean Institute, then traverse the Headland trails for some truly spectacular views.
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Highlights
- Discover Dana Point, the most romantic spot in California
- Sea kayak through the historical harbor into the Pacific Ocean while hearing all about tall ships and pirate tales!
- Visit the Ocean Institute and learn about California’s diverse marine life
- Hike the Dana Point Headlands for spectacular views overlooking the Pacific
- Enjoy a locally brewed coffee and pastry and then lunch in the harbor at our favorite local haunt
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Schedule details
- Duration: 6 hours
- Pickup location:
We can pick you up from wherever you want in central Los Angeles.
- Pickup time: 6.15 AM
- Drop off location:
Drop off location dependent upon the customer’s preferred Los Angeles location. (i.e. We can drop you off at your hotel, a tourist attraction, etc.- This will need to be determined between guest and LA UA.
Language: English
Inclusions: Private transportation from Los Angeles to Orange County and back, an English-speaking guide, coffee and a pastry, lunch worth $15 including a drink, kayak rental, Entrance to the Ocean Institute
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide
Welcome to Dana Point – Orange County, the most romantic spot in California! After a private 1.5 hour ride from your LA location of choice, we’ll arrive at Dana Point where our tour begins with a coffee and a pastry in the arts district.
First up, we’ll take a quick meander up to the historical Bluff Top Trail for a birds' eye view of the harbor and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Then we're off to pick up our kayaking gear! Your professional and experienced guide will assist you in getting familiar with your kayak and there will also be an opportunity to change clothes before we get out on the water.
We’ll take a jaunt around the harbour and chat about the interesting history and folklore of Dana Point.
After a spot of beach lounging, we’ll then head back to hand over our kayaks and grab a bite to eat by the harbour at one of our favourite spots, which offers a wide variety of bagels, sandwiches, burgers and salads.
After lunch we’ll take a walk over to the Ocean Institute to learn more about local maritime life. The Institute is an education center and maintains two tall ships, the Pilgrim and the Spirit of Dana Point, for your viewing pleasure.
We’ll then make our way up the Headlands and hike the trails that overlook the Pacific, reaching the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, where you’ll discover more fascinating facts about our local wildlife.
After a brief visit to the beach we shall make our way back to the starting point. There will be restrooms along the way on the tour and we strongly recommend that you bring a water bottle to refill and some comfortable walking shoes.
At the conclusion of our tour, your private driver will take you back to your accommodation in Los Angeles.
Please note that this is an active tour and the distance covered on foot is approximately about 5 miles (8 kilometers) with approximately 50 yards/ meters elevation gain. The walking is spread out over 6 hours with several breaks. Please also note that it is approximately a 1.5 hour drive between Los Angeles and Orange County.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Private transportation from Los Angeles to Orange County and back, an English-speaking guide, coffee and a pastry, lunch worth $15 including a drink, kayak rental, Entrance to the Ocean Institute
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide
Dress standard: Comfortable walking shoes and outdoor clothing, swimming clothes for the sea-kayaking activity.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your preferred LA location for pick up. Please check your pick up address details are correct on the voucher.
Additional Information: There is an opportunity to change clothes before the sea-kayaking tour. There will be restrooms along the way, but please bring a water bottle to refill and comfortable walking shoes. Please note that it is approximately a 1.5 hour drive between Los Angeles and Orange County. While the tour itself will last 6 hours, 2 hours have been added to the beginning and end of this full-day itinerary to include travel time between the 2 counties. The tour starts at 8:30am but we will leave LA at 6:15am; Tour ends at 2:30pm but we will arrive in LA at approximately 4:30pm. Please also note that Southern California traffic can be unpredictable at times!
Child Policy: No children allowed: Travelers under 12 years of age are not permitted to join this tour due to the sea-kayaking activity
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@losangelesurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +1 323 300 5370
Email address: info@losangelesurbanadventures.com
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