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Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

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  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Embark on a quintessential California road trip with this customizable full-day tour down the Pacific Coastal Highway from San Francisco. See the Big Sur coastline, visit the Monterey Peninsula — famous for its bay views, abundant marine life, and historical Cannery Row — and stroll around the top-rated destination of Carmel-by-the-Sea with your private guide. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Private driver/guide
  • Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Pacific Grove highlights the convergence of the ragged California Coastline, and Spanish Bay Golf courses.

    15 min

  2. The 17 Mile Drive is an iconic area in Carmel showcasing Hollywood movie star estates.

    40 min

  3. The lavish Pebble Beach Golf Club opened in 1919. At the time, it was and still remains one of most luxurious gold courses in the world.

    15 minAdmission included

  4. Carmel village has numerous intimate cafes, restaurants, boutique shops, wine tasting bars, and over 75 art galleries. It's one of the most picturesque villages in the country.

    1.5 h

  5. Bixby Bridge was built in 1932. It is one of the iconic California landmarks with stunningly beautiful rock formations, and a white sand beach a the below.

    15 min

  6. Visit Carmel -by-the -Sea and immerse yourself in this enchanting village showcasing 16th century cottages, intimate cafes, gourmet restaurants, art galleries, wine tasting bars and boutique shops at every corner.

    1 h

  7. Soberanes Point in Garrapata state park is the most fascinating part of Big Sur as it has something for all nature lovers. Amazing rock formations, creeks, hiking trails, a seal and bird rock, and an array of wild flowers.

    15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Alegro Private Tours
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

How it compares in San Francisco

  • Its from-price is 81% above the median of the 204 day trips we list in San Francisco.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 61 of 204.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About San Francisco

San Francisco crowds steep hills onto a peninsula between the Pacific and its bay, with cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge and colourful neighbourhoods.

The Golden Gate Bridge spans the strait at the mouth of the bay, often wrapped in fog, and walking or cycling across it is a classic. Boats cross to Alcatraz, the former island prison, while Fisherman's Wharf is known for seafood and the sea lions that bask on the docks of Pier 39. The Ferry Building is a food lover's market.

Top-ranked sights in San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, San Francisco Chinatown.

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