Monterey, Carmel and Pacific Coast Explorer from San Francisco
San Francisco, US
78% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 11-12 hours
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Expert guide and commentary
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17-Mile Drive admission included
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Pickup and drop-off included
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Free WiFi on vehicle
Explore the stunning Pacific Coast from San Francisco, visiting Monterey, Carmel, and the scenic 17-Mile Drive with an expert guide.
Featured Reviews
Included
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17-mile drive admission fee -
Expert guide and commentary
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Pickup and drop-off at a convenient location in union square and fisherman's wharf
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Free wifi on vehicle
Excluded
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Guide gratuities -
Meals
Explore the stunning Pacific Coast from San Francisco, visiting Monterey, Carmel, and the scenic 17-Mile Drive with an expert guide.
Highlights
- Breathtaking scenery on the Pacific Coast Highway
- Exploring the sea creatures at Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Strolling among the shops on Cannery Row
- Driving along the stunning 17 Mile Drive
- Exploring the boutique shops in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Meeting Point
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2805 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133 , United States
End Point
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2805 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133 , United States
What to expect
478 Post St
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Monterey Bay
Monterey Bay is a bay of the Pacific Ocean located on the coast of the U.S. state of California.
60 minutes
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Admission only included if option added upon checkout. Monterey Bay Aquarium is a nonprofit public aquarium in Monterey, California. Known for its regional focus on the marine habitats of Monterey Bay, it was the first to exhibit a living kelp forest when it opened in October 1984.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Cannery Row
Cannery Row is the waterfront street in the New Monterey section of Monterey, California. It is the site of a number of now-defunct sardine canning factories. The last cannery closed in 1973. Today it has many restaurants and hotels, several of which are located in former cannery buildings, and a few historic attractions. Some privately owned fishing companies still exist on Cannery Row, housed on piers located a short distance from the historic district frequented by tourists.
60 minutes
17-Mile Drive
Although the route has changed since it opened in 1881, 17-Mile Drive is still exactly 17 miles long. More than 1.5 million visitors pass through 17-Mile Drive every year. Iconic Landmarks along famous 17-Mile Drive include The Lone Cypress, as well as Spanish Bay and Pebble Beach Golf Links.
90 minutes
Admission Included
Pebble Beach Golf Links
Pebble Beach Golf Links is a public golf course on the west coast of the United States, located in Pebble Beach, California.
Lone Cypress
The Lone Cypress is a Monterey cypress tree in Pebble Beach, California. Standing on a granite hillside off the 17-Mile Drive, the tree is a Western icon, and has been called one of the most photographed trees in North America.
15 minutes
Carmel by the sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a small beach city on California's Monterey Peninsula. It's known for the museums and library of the historic Carmel Mission, and the fairytale cottages and galleries of its village-like center. The Scenic Bluff Path runs from surf spot Carmel Beach to bird-rich Carmel River State Beach, with a scuba entry point. South lie the sea animals and whaling museum of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
60 minutes
Bird Rock Vista Point
Bird Rock Vista is stop #7 on 17-Mile Drive and a wildlife hot spot.
Carmel Beach Boardwalk
Beautiful white sandy beaches.
Cypress Point Lookout
Stop #10 on 17-Mile Drive is the wonderful Cypress Point Lookout which looks out, to the southwest, over a small, white sand beach making for an excellent sunset spot.
15 minutes
Lovers Point
Lovers Point State Marine Reserve is one of four small marine protected areas located near the cities of Monterey and Pacific Grove, at the southern end of Monterey Bay on California’s central coast.
Monterey Visitor Center
Tourist information center in Monterey, California.
Seal Rock Creek beach
Seal Rock Creek Beach is a small sandy beach along the 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, CA. This white sand beach is at the mouth of Seal Rock Creek which flows intermittently. Just offshore is Seal Rock and a little to the north is Bird Rock.
Sunset Point Overlook
Vista point in Del Monte Forest, California.
478 Post St
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The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meals are not included but available for purchase throughout the day.
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California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years and under 4' 9" (1.4 meters) in height. Any guest that does not provide their child's safety seat at the time of the tour and does not inform the tour operator in advance may not be allowed to board the tour and will not be subject to refund.
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Exact destinations & itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and the guide's discretion.
What our experts say
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Try fresh seafood at Cannery Row. -
Visit Point Lobos for stunning views.
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Bring a jacket; it can be chilly.
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Check out the art galleries in Carmel.
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Plan for a lunch stop at Monterey.
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