San Diego Day Trip from LA
Overview
Are you ready to embark on the most epic, unforgettable, and downright fun journey from Los Angeles to San Diego? Well, buckle up and get ready to experience the best of both cities in one mind-blowing day trip!
First things first, let's talk about the first star of the show: the Pacific Surfliner Train. This isn't just any old train ride – it's a ticket to stunning coastal views, comfortable seats, and crashing waves that'll make you feel like you're in a movie montage. And the best part? You'll be skipping all the traffic and parking hassles of driving, so you can sit back, relax, and soak up the scenery.
But that's just the beginning – once you arrive in San Diego, the real adventure begins. Our expert guide will be waiting for you at the Santa Fe Train Station, ready to whisk you away in a luxurious Mercedes van for a tour of the city's most iconic sights. And trust us, they know their stuff, so we've got the inside scoop on all the best spots.
What's Included
- Snacks Small snacks. For example, chips or a granola bar
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch We include a 1 hour lunch break, however lunch cost is on your own.
- Tour Guide Gratuity is not included.
- Tickets to attractions & museums (we do not go inside where paid admission is required)
Meeting Location
800 North Alameda Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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San Diego
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Coronado Island
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
The Coronado Ferry Landing
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Hotel del Coronado
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gaslamp Quarter
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Balboa Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Embarcadero
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
USS Midway Museum
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Little Italy
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
La Jolla Cove
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La Jolla Village Park
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Children's Pool
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Diego Day Trip from LA?
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Activity code: C-5058P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- Snacks. Small snacks. For example, chips or a granola bar.
- Bottled water.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch. We include a 1 hour lunch break, however lunch cost is on your own.
- Tour Guide Gratuity is not included.
- Tickets to attractions & museums (we do not go inside where paid admission is required).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Diego Day Trip from LA is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Diego Day Trip from LA will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksSmall snacks. For example, chips or a granola bar
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- LunchWe include a 1 hour lunch break, however lunch cost is on your own.
- Tour Guide Gratuity is not included.
- Tickets to attractions & museums (we do not go inside where paid admission is required)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
