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Monterey, Carmel and Pacific Coast Explorer from San Francisco

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

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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.

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What's Included

✓ Included

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

✗ Not Included

Guide Gratuities
Meals

Itinerary

Stop 1

Monterey Bay is a bay of the Pacific Ocean located on the coast of the U.S. state of California.

Stop 2

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.

Stop 3

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.

Stop 4

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.

Stop 5

Pebble Beach Golf Links is a public golf course on the west coast of the United States, located in Pebble Beach, California.

Stop 6

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.

Stop 7

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.

Stop 8

Bird Rock Vista is stop #7 on 17-Mile Drive and a wildlife hot spot.

Stop 9

Beautiful white sandy beaches.

Stop 10

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.

Stop 11

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.

Stop 12

Tourist information center in Monterey, California.

Stop 13

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.

Stop 14

Vista point in Del Monte Forest, California.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

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

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End Point

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

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Good to Know

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.

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Nature and Wildlife Tours in San Francisco, Day Trips in San Francisco, Private and Luxury in San Francisco, Full-day Tours in San Francisco, Bus Tours in San Francisco

Special Instructions

• If your booking is less than 24hrs in advance please contact us immediately to re-confirm and schedule your pickup
• If you have an child under the age of 8 years or under the height of 4' 9", you MUST bring your own child safety seat to use on the tour. If the child is under 8 years and are 4' 9" (1.4 m) or taller they may use a safety belt in lieu of a car seat.
• Booster seats may be rented from places such as www.babysaway.com (tour operator nor Viator is affiliated with this site)
• Free pickup at certain locations in Downtown San Francisco
• As a courtesy to fellow passengers, it’s important to be on time. If you are late or miss a scheduled pickup time for the tour please contact our office IMMEDIATELY at +1 415-357-0700. An alternative pick up location may be arranged at your expense, subject to availability. Any guest who misses their tour entirely will forfeit their seat on the tour. No refunds will be issued.
• Minimum of 5 passengers needed for tour to run. There is a possibility of cancellation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.