Small and large group tours of Malibu, Los Angeles and beyond — with luxury transport and hosts who know the city backwards and forwards. You don’t just look through the window, you experience the tour.
Mercedes Sprinters, Lincoln Navigators and mini buses — never a crowd on a two-story bus.
Guides trained in local knowledge and hospitality who know LA inside out.
Water and snacks on every tour, plus the small touches that make the day easy.
Prices include all taxes, venue entrance fees and meals where noted.
Real durations, real pick-up times, real prices. Every tour includes luxury transport, a knowledgeable host and a goody bag with water and snacks.
The Westside has it all — Santa Monica, Venice and Marina del Rey. The art scene, the music vibe and movie history, with stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, the Museum of Flying and Bergamot Station.
Malibu’s Hollywood legend, where hundreds of movies and shows were shot. Past celebrity homes, beach movie locations and hidden neighborhoods, with three scenic stops including the Paramount Ranch Western Town.
A scenic drive to Griffith Park and a hosted hike up to Mt. Hollywood for unbelievable views of the city and the Hollywood Sign. An easy-to-moderate 4-mile hike ending at the Griffith Observatory.
A spectacular start to the day. A stunning 3-mile hike at historic Will Rogers State Park up to Inspiration Point, with 360° views of LA, celebrity homes, Catalina Island and the Pacific.
A scenic ride through Malibu to the original Reagan Ranch and the Paramount Movie Ranch, then a three-hour self-guided tour of the Presidential Library, including lunch at Reagan’s Country Cafe.
A world-class day discovering Southern California’s hidden jewels — the Rose Bowl, the Gamble House, Caltech (where Einstein taught) and a 2.5-hour stop at The Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens.
Visit ancient Rome on the beach. A private tour of the Getty Villa’s Roman Gardens, architecture and Museum, then down the coast for Malibu, Pepperdine and Pt. Dume Nature Preserve.
Discover the spectacular seaside cities of Long Beach and San Pedro — the Queen Mary, the USS Iowa battleship and Point Fermin Lighthouse.
Planes, trains and classic cars in one guided day — the Museum of Flying, Travel Town’s historic locomotives and the Nethercutt classic car collection, plus a picnic lunch.
One-, two- and three-day coastal getaways: Santa Barbara wine country, Cambria, Hearst Castle and Paso Robles. Great for all ages.
View tourLA Discovery Tours partners with our sister brand Malibu Discovery for the region’s signature wine experiences. From novices to connoisseurs — everyone loves them.
The original — the tour that started it all, through the scenic up-and-coming wine region of the Malibu Hills.
Wine tasting paired with the beauty and movie history of Malibu in a single, effortless day.
A relaxed brunch and wine tasting with a beautiful, scenic adventure to match.
World-class art, lunch with wine on the Pacific, then a VIP Malibu tasting.
Solvang, three Santa Barbara vineyards, a picnic lunch and the San Marcos pass.
Exotic animals up close, then lunch and a tasting at the Malibu Beer & Wine Garden.
All wine tours require guests to be 21 or older with photo ID under California state law. No wine knowledge needed — we’ve taken care of everything.
Call (310) 393-6555 to bookYou’re not fighting the 405 or hunting for parking. You’re getting picked up and shown around.
Call (310) 393-6555, 8 AM–7 PM, seven days. Online requests are confirmed by phone within 24 hours.
We’ll set your exact pick-up location and time based on where you’re staying, confirmed by email and phone.
Luxury vehicle, professional host, goody bag with water and snacks. Be on time — drivers can only wait five minutes.
You participate in the tour, not just stare through windows — and head home with one of the best days of your trip.
Planning a custom tour is our specialty. We arrange private and custom experiences for as few as two guests and as many as 120, at venues all over Southern California — bachelorettes, birthdays, proposals and reunions.
We’ve also hosted over 1,000 corporate events — team-building, client entertainment and staff rewards — with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and a ‘Best of LA’ rating. Corporate days start at $149 per person.
Malibu Discovery began as a concept discussed over a casual conversation between two strangers waiting for coffee — a business built to show travelers and locals the uniqueness and beauty of Malibu and its up-and-coming wine region in the scenic Malibu Hills.
In April 2010, Ken Fasola and Mike Dwyer ran the company’s first Malibu Wine Trail Tour™. Today, Malibu Discovery and its sister brand LA Discovery Tours have successfully hosted over 14,000 tours — earning a reputation as one of LA’s best tour companies.
“We aspire to create memorable experiences that last a lifetime. Whether it’s just two guests or groups of up to 60, we’re excited to provide a spectacular day of exploring Malibu and Los Angeles.”
Every tour is designed to be entertaining, educational and inspiring — and actually fun.
Comfort and sophistication without the big-bus crowds. You experience the tour.
1112 Montana Ave, Ste 817, Santa Monica — pick-up from your hotel or rental.
Wine country to movie locations, hiking to history and sightseeing.
If you’re looking for a big two-story bus or a stripped-down van with a driver who just moved to LA, you’ve come to the wrong place. Every vehicle is selected for your comfort and enjoyment.
A great solution for family and friend get-togethers, birthdays and anniversaries, travel groups and company outings. We build custom itineraries around your group size, event type, time and location.
Plan a custom tourJust call us at (310) 393-6555, Monday to Sunday, 8 AM–7 PM. If you call after hours and get a message, your call will be promptly returned. You can also request a reservation online, but final confirmation of online requests may take up to 24 hours and will be made by phone.
Reservations are based on availability. You can call last-minute and we’ll do our best to fit you in, but because our tours are popular we suggest booking at least 24 hours in advance, especially for weekends — and 10 days for Private Reserved Group Tours.
No — from novices to connoisseurs, everyone loves our wine tours. Just come and enjoy the tasting, a delicious meal with wine, and a beautiful scenic adventure. We’ve taken care of everything so you can relax.
Exclusive use of our luxury vehicle for a Private Reserved Group Tour requires a minimum of 6 people. We also offer private tours for as few as two guests, though an extra fee applies. All Private Reserved Group Tours must be booked by phone.
Requirements vary by tour. For all wine tours, state law requires every guest to be 21 or older with photo ID. Horseback riding tours require a minimum age of 10 and restrict weight to 230 pounds. Pets are not permitted on the tour van.
Dress comfortably — the style is all Malibu: relaxed and easy-going. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat and your camera. A sweater or light jacket is recommended, as conditions vary between the coast and the mountains.
Tours are non-refundable within 72 hours of your tour date. Private Reserved and Group Tours require seven days’ notice of cancellation and a fee may apply. Please see our Terms & Conditions for full details.
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From wine country to movie locations, hiking to history — explore Malibu and Los Angeles without the hassle of being behind the wheel.