Monterey, Carmel & 17-Mile Drive Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Monterey's historic Cannery Row
- Stroll through Carmel-by-the-Sea's art galleries
- Drive along the scenic 17-Mile Drive
- Visit the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Enjoy breathtaking coastal views and wildlife
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from San Francisco
- Guided tour of Monterey, Carmel, and 17-Mile Drive
- Visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Children under 2 years old can join for free if seated on a parent's lap.
- Please inform the tour operator of any special requirements in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring various sites.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as coastal areas can be cool.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the breathtaking scenery.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Sleeping Bus Driver
This tour was basically transportation to Monterey and Carmel vs a tour. Our first restroom break was at a strawberry farm with not much available but 2 portapotties. Awful idea! Then, the bus driver/tour operator fell asleep inside the bus while waiting for us in Carmel and made us late leaving. She then miscounted the number of people and left. Someone pointed out that a passenger was missing so she returned to the stop. That passenger never came back but we lost over an hour with these mishaps. Subsequently, we lost an hour at a McDonalds because the driver did not insist that the people get back on the bus .. instead they were socializing with her outside the bus. It was not a planned stop but a restroom stop. Anyway, it was a 14.5 hour bus ride with .25 at Lighthouse, .5 at Strawberry Farm, 2 in Monterey and 2 in Carmel. Not really much fun or safe with a tired bus driver!! So disappointing!
The bus driver was very...
The bus driver was very knowledgeable so I would give him a five-star. However it was a very long day end of being almost 13 hours. Monterey was amazing. Not long enough at Pebble Creek golf course we barely had time to get down to the 18th hole take a picture and pretty much run back to the bus. Carmel was nothing to see and I would skip that stop if I could everyone was waiting back at the bus and we had an hour long stop there. Way too long nothing to do and overpriced food and drinks. The right back end up being 3 and 1/2 hours without one break for a bathroom. As you can imagine many people needed to use the restroom immediately. You need to have a stop if you're going to be on the bus for 3 and 1/2 hours even though it was not under his control because of traffic.
Don was a great guide!...
Don was a great guide! Very knowledgeable, friendly, personable. He chatted with each traveler, then remembered what we told him (ex: where we were from.) The view on the drive was well worth the money. Like I've seen posted on the tour info, there was not nearly enough time in CARMEL or Monterey. Take advantage of every bathroom stop that is offered! Another stop on the way home would be appreciated, but it doesn't seem possible due to the heavy traffic on the highway. Importantly, are the bus shocks in good shape? We were only seated 4 rows back, yet the bus was SO bouncy! The ride home was not comfortable.
Monterey tour
Great view of the coastline with several stops along the way. If you are interested in the small coastal town experience this is the best tour. If you are a golf enthusiast be aware that the stop at pebble beach is very short. Our guide Don was great!
Overall was a fun day.
For our family, there needs to be more to do at the first two stops.