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Experience the breathtaking beauty of California's Central Coast with the BEST 17-Mile Drive, Carmel & Monterey Day Trip from San Francisco! This incredible tour takes you on a scenic route along the iconic 17-mile drive, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the charming city of Monterey and all of its amazing attractions. From the famous Cannery Row to the picturesque Fisherman's Wharf, you'll discover the rich history and culture of this coastal gem. And, of course, no trip to Monterey is complete without a visit to Pebble Beach and the iconic Lone Cypress. Lastly, you'll have the chance to explore the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea and immerse yourself in its artistic history. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey through California's stunning coastline!

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Suitable for 1-12 Participants
Small Group Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Scenic route along the 17-mile drive
Exploring the city of Monterey
Visiting Pebble Beach and Lone Cypress
Experiencing Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey
Discovering the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Included

Admission ticket of 17-miles drive.
Professional transportations by passenger vehicle，minivan/van or a full-sized bus.
Professional bilingual(english and mandarin) driver and guide (or driver-guide) .

Not included

Food and beverage.
Gratuities .
Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the cost includes.

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Introduction

Embark on an unforgettable adventure along the iconic 17-Mile Drive, Carmel, and Monterey on this day trip from San Francisco. This tour promises breathtaking coastal views, charming towns, and fascinating attractions that will captivate your senses. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of the California Central Coast.

What to Expect?

During this tour, you can expect an incredible journey through some of California's most picturesque landscapes. From the bustling Fisherman's Wharf to the serene Lone Cypress, each stop on the itinerary offers a unique experience. Marvel at the natural beauty of Pebble Beach, famous for its stunning golf courses and Cypress trees, and take a stroll through the artistic city of Carmel-by-the-Sea. With a total duration of 480 to 600 minutes, there will be plenty of time to soak in the sights and create lasting memories.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for anyone seeking a taste of coastal beauty and the charm of small towns. Whether you're a nature lover, a history enthusiast, or simply someone looking for a relaxing day trip, this experience is tailored to suit your interests. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will find something special in each stop along the way.

Why Book This?

Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of the 17-Mile Drive, where you'll witness the breathtaking landscapes that have captivated artists and travelers alike for centuries. Explore Cannery Row, once a bustling industrial area, now transformed into a vibrant waterfront street. Indulge in the fresh flavors of seafood at Fisherman's Wharf and stroll through the charming streets of Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for its artistic heritage. With an experienced guide leading the way, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy every moment of this carefully planned and unforgettable journey.

Good to Know

Please note that the tour requires a minimum of 2 travelers to operate. The meeting point is at 07:30 AM at Union Square Macy's in San Francisco. It's important to remember that there are no parking or bathroom facilities available at the starting point, so plan accordingly. Throughout the tour, you'll have ample opportunities to take stunning photos, capture precious memories, and learn about the rich history and culture of the places you visit.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced this tour rave about its beauty and the seamless organization of the itinerary. They praise the knowledgeable guides who provide insightful commentary and take them to the hidden gems of the California Central Coast. Guests also appreciate the convenience of transportation, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the scenic landscapes without worrying about logistics. Overall, visitors are left with unforgettable memories of a day filled with natural beauty, cultural landmarks, and the enchantment of Carmel and Monterey.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
2. Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible.
3. Any guests that have already purchased their own tickets or have a city PASS will not be able to use it on the tour. Please understand that you must purchase the admission tickets through our company in order to participate. For the optional admission tickets, you will reserve it from the tour guide directly. The tour guide will make this arrangement for you. As a tour group, it is highly suggested to make a reservation together rather than individually in order to get into an attraction. We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you again for choosing to tour with us!
4. During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
5. If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
6. Children age 6 and under require to use the car seat during the trip. Please have your own car seat/booster if possible. We also provide car seat/booster rental service($10/ per one per day). Please remark the request note while booking the trip.
7. Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
8. We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on the website. It is your responsibility to check it on the website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, the supplier shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
9. This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
10. Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.

Reviews

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3.5 (17)

11entelam

The most spectacular views!! Amazing experience and things to see and learn. We all enjoyed the drive and took so many pictures!

Liana_P

Overpriced and non-informative. This trip was way more compared to other trips doing the same route. We were left to explore Monterey Fisherman's Wharf on our own, the same at Monterey Bay and Carmel-by-the-sea. We were allowed 90min at Monterey bay to explore with no recommendations or advice if where to go. I end up going to Tourist Info myself to gather more info and where to find a public toilet. The coastal drive was beautiful and we were given a bit more info on the drive. When we were left again just to explore by ourselves in Carmel-by-the-sea, I asked the guide for recommendations and he just pointed in a general direction and said "just go down here on the main street." Unfortunately the van broke down at the end of the trip and I must give credit to the driver who acted promptly to arrange a Uber to get us back to San Franfrisco with little delay. This was the worst non-informative overpriced trip ever regardless of the beautiful 17 Mile drive.

357janys

Our tour guide Jerry was caring, accommodating, and knowledgeable. He was trilingual (English, Cantonese and Mandarin) and shared interesting information about the sites. We left the tour to visit Monterey Bay Aquarium when we were in Monterey. Jerry was very accommodating, letting us know how long we could spend in the aquarium and where to meet them. With his help on planning, we did not miss Carmel and 17 Mile Drive. He even asked us if he could order lunch for us. We had frequent bathroom break as the drive from SF to Monterey was about 1.5 hrs. It was a wonderful experience and recommend if you want to visit Monterey but don't have car.

lucycU8791EZ

Driver demanded everyone pay him a service tip half way through the day, and refused to drive until he had been paid. He then drove home very dangerously - multiple near misses with other cars.

C6733VJbradb

Good variety of places to visit. Tour operator was safe, considerate, and worked hard to stick to the schedule. The guide seemed to be chosen due to his ability to speak multiple languages, but didn't really have much information to convey about the various stops. I didn't learn much, but we did get to visit a good selection of areas. Please note there will be something like 90 minutes of travel each way to the first stop if you're starting in San Franciso.

Xin_L

Very good tour, fantastic scenery, Our tour guide is Antony , he is very funny and helpful, making the trip more enjoyable. Good memories, will recommend to my friends.

Anthony T

We really chose the wrong day to do this tour with heavy rain and wind. We got into Monterey just before the rain arrived and Jarry dropped us off saying that if we needed rest rooms we should use a cafe or hotel. Fortunately we quickly found some public rest rooms and were then able to look at the few shops that were open before 10.30 as we were only there for half an hour. Then it was on to Carmel where we spent about an hour and a half ( to include breakfast) with the instruction that the sea is that way! Following this we drove around Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive before returning to San Francisco. Obviously this tour would have been much better with better weather. Jarry was a lovely person and also a good driver , just as well considering the conditions. But after previous tours we had been on during our trip this seemed to be lacking something. Sort of "here it is get on with it"

Cheryl_T

We'd like to thank Anthony Wen for a wonderful day! He was very punctual and brought us around just as it was described in the itinerary. He is very friendly, a good driver and tour guide and is bilingual too (able to speak English and mandarin fluently). My husband and I enjoyed the tour very much and would highly recommend this tour!

NataliaUmanskiy

AVOID it at all costs!!! I’ve bought about a dozen different different tours via Viator, and all of them were in the range of good to excellent. This is the exception. It should not even be an offered tour. Viator, you do not want it on your page if you want a good reputation. It says that professional driver and a guide will be provided in the tour bus. We were met by a guy with another couple in Honda Accord, and there was some kind of weird smell in the car. They all spoke Mandarin loudly 70% of the trip. So, 5 of us in the small sedan with weird tobacco -like smell and loud foreign language talk. The driver would talk to us in English from time to time. We drove somewhere out of the city for about 45 minutes to pick up a van. The van definitely needed a good cleaning and had a stale dirt smell in it. Then we went out of the way again for another 30 minutes to pick up one more person, and only after that the trip to Monterey began. When I asked how the tour would go, the driver named the “tour” stops and told us he is the big believer in self exploration. Basically, he would just get us to the places, name them, park the car and let us go out for 15 min to an hour (depending on the stop) to look around and then drive us to the next stop. He was definitely annoyed that we didn’t want to go for lunch at the fast food burger place and he had to “accommodate” vegetarians. Again, no suggestions where would be a better place to eat or what to see (e.g. just walk around city of Carmel; there are cafes and shops; see you in an hour. Bye). The driving skills of that “driver-tour guide” is another story.” In short, both, my daughter and I, got car sick. We have never been car sick before, even when driving in the mountains in Colorado. We couldn’t wait for this trip to end as soon as possible, but we had to drop off another guy, then drive to a gas station, and then drive back to return the smelly van only to get back in the smelly sedan. The cherry on top was the driver DEMANDED the tip, and I quote “Tips! $12 per person minimum!”. I don’t think he can demand tip and especially set up a price. I gave him $20 for 2 of us, and he really showed his disappointment. I believe that “tour” owes money back to me, and I requested at least 50% of the reimbursement since “the tour” was nothing like description.

raphael_k

I was waiting over 15 minutes for the bus to collect, when a black car with a chinese driver drove up and told me he is the tour as there are not enough people for a bus. I was very confused but the company confirmed this was correct. We had to drive first to San Jose to collect a senior chinese couple. I assume we did everything that was scheduled but I have no way of knowing. The driver was a very nice man and I had some nice conversations with him, however he was not a qualified tour guide. I have no grievances against the driver he was an honest decent man but I was definitely ripped off by the company. We had to return via san jose to drop off. the couple, but the driver took me back to my hotel which was very descent of him.

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2024-06-25 22:33