Private Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive Day Trip from San Francisco

San Francisco, San Francisco, California

Duration

11 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Experience the unparalleled beauty of California’s Highway 1 on this private day trip to Monterey and Carmel, departing from San Francisco. Your trip includes entrance and a VIP lunch inside the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, where you can admire up-close views of jellyfish, octopi, sea otters and sharks, as well as 30,000 other incredible sea creatures. You’ll also enjoy stops at the literary landmark of Cannery Row and scenic Carmel-by-the-Sea, learning about the rich history of the coast from your guide. Your tour will conclude back in San Francisco.

Experience iconic Highway 1 on a private day trip from San Francisco to Monterey and Carmel
Explore the Monterey Bay Aquarium with a VIP lunch included
Admire the scenery of Cannery Row and Carmel-by-the-Sea
Hear the rich history of California’s coast from an expert guide
Relax with hotel pickup and drop-off from San Francisco

What To Expect

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Travel scenic California’s Pacific Coast Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula, famous for its spectacular ocean views, abundant wildlife, and historical past.

• Admission Ticket Included

Make stops at Cannery Row, made famous by John Steinbeck, and visit great shops and restaurants overlooking the Pacific, not to mention the world-famous Monterey Aquarium.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Next, travel through the famous 17-Mile Drive and see Pebble Beach Golf Course. Photo stops will be made along this gorgeous drive.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pebble Beach

• Admission Ticket Included

A Monterey Cypress tree, standing on a granite hillside. Estimated at 250 years, the cypress has been scarred by fire and held in place by cables for the last 60 years.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Our tour continues to Carmel by the sea, where ample time is given to walk through this charming town dotted with lovely shops and beautiful architecture.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Please, inform in advance, which hotel/apartment you will stay in. You can do it directly on your reservation or you can inform us by phone or by mail, indicating your booking reference, preferable maximum 48h before starting the tour. If we do not receive the Information at least 24h before departure, we will cancel the tour regarding the cancellation fees.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach exclusive for your group
Certified Professional Driver Tour Guide
Tour along Highway 1 by the towns of Santa Cruz and Capitola
17'-Mile Drive entrance included and stops at Lonely Cypress and Pebble Beach
2 hours stop at Monterey to discover Steinbeck's Cannery Row or the Aquarium (at your expense)
1.5 hour stop at Carmel by the Sea
Hotel Pick Up and Drop off

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Durations

11 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

San Francisco, San Francisco, California

from 499 $