Unique things to do over Thanksgiving in California (Updated 2026)

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Journey to Frog Rock

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver & …More

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver &...

2 hours
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$83
Beginner Surf Lessons At Stinson Beach

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding …More

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
2026 LA Food Tour Exploring America’s Culinary Frontier

Discover the heart of downtown Los Angeles on a flavor-packed, small-group walking adventure. Wander Chinatown’s vibrant streets, sample authentic bites in Little Tokyo, and explore …More

Discover the heart of downtown Los Angeles on a flavor-packed, small-group walking adventure. Wander Chinatown’s vibrant streets, sample authentic bites in Little Tokyo, and explore...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$175
3 Stop Temecula Wine Adventure

Visit three award-winning wineries on this 3-Stop Wine Tour in Temecula. Over four hours, traverse the picturesque backroads in a vintage VW bus while enjoying …More

Visit three award-winning wineries on this 3-Stop Wine Tour in Temecula. Over four hours, traverse the picturesque backroads in a vintage VW bus while enjoying...

4 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$170
Lake Tahoe Scent Mixology Perfume & Cologne Making

Create your own signature perfume in a warm and cozy boutique-style studio in South Lake Tahoe. This hands-on fragrance experience combines creativity, scent blending, and …More

Create your own signature perfume in a warm and cozy boutique-style studio in South Lake Tahoe. This hands-on fragrance experience combines creativity, scent blending, and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
La Brea Tar Pits Insider Tour

Get your backstage pass to the Ice Age and dig deep into the history and discoveries of La Brea Tar Pits. Ever pictured yourself reflected …More

Get your backstage pass to the Ice Age and dig deep into the history and discoveries of La Brea Tar Pits. Ever pictured yourself reflected...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$145
Chocolates and Cheers Chocolate Making and Optional Wine Tasting

Indulge in a delightful chocolate-making with an optional wine or craft beer tasting at The Wine Experience on Cannery Row, Monterey. Under the guidance of …More

Indulge in a delightful chocolate-making with an optional wine or craft beer tasting at The Wine Experience on Cannery Row, Monterey. Under the guidance of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Paso Robles 3 Winery Tour with Lunch

Raise a glass to Paso Robles with Grapeline Wine Tours—your gateway to a laid-back, flavorful wine country escape. Visit three handpicked wineries, with all reservations …More

Raise a glass to Paso Robles with Grapeline Wine Tours—your gateway to a laid-back, flavorful wine country escape. Visit three handpicked wineries, with all reservations...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$114
Tahoe Summit Snowmobiling Tours

If you are looking for an exhilarating journey through the stunning backcountry of Lake Tahoe, the Summit Snowmobile Tour promises an unforgettable experience. Your adventure …More

If you are looking for an exhilarating journey through the stunning backcountry of Lake Tahoe, the Summit Snowmobile Tour promises an unforgettable experience. Your adventure...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$265
Granite Adventure at Quarry Park Adventures Rocklin, CA

The Granite Adventure unlocks a world of excitement at the quarry, where you can select from six thrilling activities. After a 30-minute Gear Up & …More

The Granite Adventure unlocks a world of excitement at the quarry, where you can select from six thrilling activities. After a 30-minute Gear Up &...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$74
Palm Springs Celebrity Home Driving Tour

Discover the iconic celebrity homes of Palm Springs from the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle. This tour showcases the luxurious neighborhoods where legends like Elvis …More

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Discover the iconic celebrity homes of Palm Springs from the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle. This tour showcases the luxurious neighborhoods where legends like Elvis...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$159
Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco

The Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco is designed for travelers who want a more flexible and enjoyable way to experience both Napa and Sonoma …More

The Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco is designed for travelers who want a more flexible and enjoyable way to experience both Napa and Sonoma...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Lake Tahoe Water Sports Adventure

Discover the thrill of water sports on Lake Tahoe with us where fun meets professionalism. Whether you’re wake surfing behind a boat, mastering wakeboarding tricks, …More

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Discover the thrill of water sports on Lake Tahoe with us where fun meets professionalism. Whether you’re wake surfing behind a boat, mastering wakeboarding tricks,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,280
Caves and Corridors Adventure in Joshua Tree

The only guided Caves and Corridors experience in Joshua Tree National Park Explore named secret passages including the Chasm of Doom and Hall of Horrors …More

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The only guided Caves and Corridors experience in Joshua Tree National Park Explore named secret passages including the Chasm of Doom and Hall of Horrors...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Fun Kilted guided Temecula Wine Tour

Turn your wine country day into a high-energy, fully hosted experience designed to be just as fun between stops as it is at them. More …More

Turn your wine country day into a high-energy, fully hosted experience designed to be just as fun between stops as it is at them. More...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$149
Sky Gym Aerial Obstacle Course in Skull Canyon CA

Challenge yourself at the Sky Gym Adventure Park, an aerial obstacle course designed for adventurers of all skill levels in Skull Canyon, CA. Navigate suspended …More

Challenge yourself at the Sky Gym Adventure Park, an aerial obstacle course designed for adventurers of all skill levels in Skull Canyon, CA. Navigate suspended...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Napa Valley Wine Tasting E Bike Tour

Your journey begins at the prestigious Napa Valley Marriott. Glide seamlessly along the vine-lined bike trails; we will be visiting three distinguished wineries. A curated …More

Your journey begins at the prestigious Napa Valley Marriott. Glide seamlessly along the vine-lined bike trails; we will be visiting three distinguished wineries. A curated...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$215
Los Angeles Latin Food and Culture Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin …More

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$165
Historical South Shore Clear Kayak Tour

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure from Camp Richardson Resort and paddle through …More

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure from Camp Richardson Resort and paddle through...

2 hours
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$191
The Gaslamp and Downtown Historical Tour in San Diego

Welcome to the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour! Our exclusive tour offers a unique look into San Diego's downtown development from the 1850s to …More

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Welcome to the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour! Our exclusive tour offers a unique look into San Diego's downtown development from the 1850s to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
4-Day Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Zion & Death Valley from LA

Discover the ultimate American Southwest road trip on this comprehensive 4-day tour from Los Angeles. Go beyond the standard route by exploring five iconic destinations …More

Discover the ultimate American Southwest road trip on this comprehensive 4-day tour from Los Angeles. Go beyond the standard route by exploring five iconic destinations...

4 days
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$760
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