Monterey & Carmel Tour
Available: Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat.
Starting at: 9:00am
11 hours
Travel scenic Highway 1 along the Northern California coast and experience views of the rocky and rugged coastline that are breathtaking. Photo opportunities abound.
Drive through Salinas Valley– the artichoke capital of the world. See the charming costal community of Pacific Grove.
Explore the historic Monterey waterfront and wharf that still maintains much of the flavor of John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row. Enjoy shopping, dining, or sightseeing at this historic location. If you prefer, visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Avoid waiting in line by purchasing your aquarium tickets in advance! The aquarium is home to more than 6,500 species of marine life indigenous to the Monterey Bay including sea otters, sharks and octopuses.
Then you will head down to Carmel™ along the 17 Mile Drive™, keep your cameras ready for Pebble Beach™ golf course, the Lone Cypress™, and Seal Rock™. Carmel resembles an 18th-century European village with narrow streets lined with a wide variety of art galleries, unique boutiques, and restaurants. Time is available for shopping and exploring. Other highlights include Mission Carmel.
Your return trip will bring you through the Silicon Valley, named after the silicon chip that was invented here and the center of the Hi-Tech universe.
*IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT HOTEL PICK UP
To receive hotel pickup, tours MUST be booked a minimum of 2 hours prior to tour departure time Free hotel Pick Up & Drop off from most San Francisco hotels - see list; a $5 per person fee from airport hotels.
Hotel Guests: This tour begins with complimentary pick up from your hotel (see list) approximately 1 hour (Union Square area hotels) to 30 minutes (Fisherman's Wharf area hotels) prior to the tour departure time.
Passengers not staying at a hotel: You will be requested to meet at the main departure terminal located at Ghirardelli Square/Fisherman's Wharf. Parking is available at a discounted rate.
Passengers traveling on BART or by Cal Train: Please see our FAQ section for instructions.
Driving: a VIP reduced parking rate available, validation given at check in.
SF Airport Hotels: Please note, airport pick up is available ONLY for tours beginning at 9am and return drop off departs San Francisco once daily at 6:00pm. Additional $5 per person fee payable directly to the tour company at check in. There is NO airport pick up for Yosemite tours.
Tour operators and GuideYou assume no responsibility for delays caused by weather, breakdowns, traffic, accidents, parades or other conditions beyond control. Tour itinerary subject to change, some sights listed may be omitted due to conditions beyond the tour operators control. Omission of sights or attractions shall not constitute refund.
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