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

★ 5.0 (2 reviews) · By Gray Line San Francisco

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline with our luxury vehicle exclusive for your group of friends, family group, or corporate event. Our certified tour guide will join you on a relaxing full-day trip from San Francisco. You will follow Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula, visit Steinbeck's Cannery Row, travel through the famous 17-Mile Drive, and see Pebble Beach Golf Course. Finish your day with a stop at the coastal town of Carmel-by-the-Sea before returning to San Francisco.

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Duration 11 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 11 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 15
Ages Adult 0–99
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour type Private

What's included

Included

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

Not included

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 Pass by

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

  2. Stop 2

    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
  3. Stop 3

    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
  4. Stop 4 Pass by

    Pebble Beach

  5. Stop 5

    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
  6. Stop 6

    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.

    1.5 hours

Meeting point & pickup

Hotel pickup included for all travelers

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.

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How to get there

Pickup is available from 197 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
  • May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers

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From $499.00 per person

Adult Age 0–99
6
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