Monterey, Carmel and Pacific Coast Explorer from San Francisco Discount Tickets

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location pin icon 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula, California, USA
location pin icon Monterey Peninsula
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81 reviews
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Monterey + Carmel Explorer Tour

Overview

This tour traverses the breathtaking scenery on the famous Pacific Coast Highway. Upon arriving in historic Monterey, you will have time to explore the fascinating sea creatures at the Monterey Bay Aquarium and stroll among the shops on Cannery Row. The tour will follow the coast through the beautiful little town of Pacific Grove on the way to the 17 Mile Drive. The drive finishes up at the enchanted town of Carmel-by-the-Sea where you’ll can explore the boutique shops on Ocean Avenue or be dazzled by the white sandy beach.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

7:50 AM pickup. Please check your email confirmation from Extranomical Tours or contact the provider to confirm your pick-up details.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Monterey Bay
Monterey Bay is a bay of the Pacific Ocean located on the coast of the U.S. state of California.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Monterey Bay Aquarium
Admission is not included. 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.
Duration: 60 mins
3. 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.
Duration: 60 mins
4. 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.
Duration: 90 mins
5. 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.
6. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
7. 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.
Duration: 60 mins
8. Bird Rock Vista Point
Bird Rock Vista is stop #7 on 17-Mile Drive and a wildlife hot spot.
9. Carmel Beach Boardwalk
Beautiful white sandy beaches.
10. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
11. 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.
12. Monterey Visitor Center
Tourist information center in Monterey, California.
13. 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.
14. Sunset Point Overlook
Vista point in Del Monte Forest, California.

Inclusion

17-Mile Drive admission fee

Expert guide and commentary

Pickup and drop-off at a convenient location in Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf

Free Wifi on vehicle

Exclusion

Guide Gratuities

Meals

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meals are not included but available for purchase throughout the day.

Exact destinations & itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and the guide's discretion.

Supplied by Extranomical Tours

Reviews

4.2

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 81 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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7

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