Monterey & Carmel Tour
Enjoy this full day tour along one of the most breathtaking coastlines in the world - California's Highway 101. Explore the charming coastal towns of Monterey and Carmel-by-The-Sea, and pass along the famous 17-Mile Drive with amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. Your tour guide will provide useful information throughout the journey and you will have enough time to explore the beautiful places along the way at your leisure.
Highlights
- Enjoy breathtaking views along the Pacific Coastal Highway 1
- Visit Monterey Historic Town Center and Carmel by the Sea
- Explore Monterey Bay Aquarium (entrance fee not included)
- Ride along 17-Mile Drive and Pebble Beach Golf Course (closed during tournaments)
- Pass through Silicon Valley, the high-tech capital of the world
What's included
- Guided tour in a luxury coach bus
- Entrance fees to 17-Mile Scenic Drive
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Free time to explore and have lunch (lunch not included)
- Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
- Food and Beverages
- Entrance to the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Overview
Starting from San Francisco, we head south on the world-famous Highway No 1, California’s most scenic coastline! Sit back and enjoy one spectacular view after another while we cruise down the winding roads along the Pacific Ocean. After the scenic ride in the morning, we visit Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey. Enjoy the local seafood restaurants and shopping options during the stop in Monterey, or explore the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium (additional fee applies). More than 250,000 creatures fill over 200 spectacular galleries and exhibits, including a walk-through aviary, three story kelp forest, Penguins, and a million-gallon Outer Bay display.
We continue our tour along the picturesque 17-Mile Drive* including Pebble Beach golf course, the Lone Cypress tree, and some of the best coastal panoramas in the world. Next, you can venture through the charming seaside town Carmel-by-the-Sea with its historic main street that provides cute little shops, art galleries and cozy cafes to take a relaxing break. From here you can also wander down to the beach and take a stroll along the ocean.
After exploring all the natural beauty throughout the day, we head to a more futuristic world on our way back to San Francisco as we pass through Silicon Valley, the high-tech capital of the world. Get a glimpse of the places where Facebook, Google and many other tech companies grew to life.
As we return to San Francisco, enjoy the magnificent views of the sparkling skyline while relaxing in your comfortable seat, taking home your best memories from this wondrously scenic tour along California’s most beautiful coast line.
* Closed during Pro Golf Tournaments and the Concurs d'Elegance
Additional Information
Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday (except Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years)
Departure time: approximately between 7:30am and 8:00am
Departure Location: Fisherman’s Wharf (exact departure point will be provided upon online check-in);
hotel pick-up available upon request but must be reconfirmed at least 48 hours prior to departure by following the instructions after online check-in
Duration: approx. 11 hours
Ticket Validity: one time use
Additional Information:
- The tour route and some stops may vary due to the weather and traffic conditions
- Hotel pick-up available in various zones in San Francisco but must be requested with the local operator directly at least 5 days prior to departure (further details on your voucher)
- A lunch stop is provided but lunch is not included in the tour price
Know before you go
Tour price already includes entrance to 17-Mile Drive.
17-Mile Drive is closed during Pro Golf Tournaments.
A lunch stop is provided but lunch is not included in the tour price.
Pickup location needs to be re-confirmed at least 72 hours in advance.
A child safety seat or booster seat is required for all children under 8 years of age or 4' 9" in height.
Dress comfortably
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before tour date
