Monterey Peninsula & Carmel Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Monterey's historic Cannery Row
- Stroll through the charming streets of Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Visit the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Enjoy scenic coastal views along 17-Mile Drive
- Discover the artistic community of Carmel's art galleries
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Monterey Peninsula
- Visit to Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Pets are not allowed on the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring various sites.
- Bring a light jacket, as coastal weather can be cool and breezy.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning coastal views.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
- Tickets and Admission Policy: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. When traveling on the minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned:
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- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
- For the safety and comfort of your little one, guests traveling with an infant are kindly requested to prepare and bring their own infant car seat in advance.
- For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
Traveler reviews
Great trip down the coast!
This was a great trip down the coast of CA from San Francisco to Carmel by the Sea. Nate was great! Super friendly and knowledgeable with a lot of info about wildlife and the sites. Sit on the right side of the coach for best views. Recommended and ask for Nate!
Great trip with top tour guide Nate
Great trip. Our tour guide Nate was class. He was very knowledgeable and created a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We saw numerous points of interest that we would not have seen if we had done the trip diy. Fortunately the other members of the group were good company. Thanks for a great day Nate. Ian
Fabulous trip with family to Monterey, Carmel & 17 Mile drive.
I really loved this trip. We saw so much in one day with longer stops in the main places. We got to see seals, Sea lions, otters, deer and many species of birds. My favourite stop was Carmel by the Sea. Our tour guide was called Nate, he was such a lovely young man; friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. He was a good, careful driver and I felt very safe on this trip. Julia.
Excellent tour guide and brilliant day out!
Excellent day trip with Nate! Brilliant tour guide who involved us in decisions for the day. Felt extremely safe with his great driving. Nate was very knowledgeable and shared interesting facts. Great experience overall. Brilliant atmosphere on bus. Friendly and jokey but allowed for quiet time too which was great. Perfect group size. Excellent spots picked out to go to and correct amount of time at each spot. Nate was excellent.
From Monterey to Carmel and the iconic 17-Mile Drive
This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to California! Everything was very well organized, the scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and we had enough time at each stop to truly enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. A huge thank you to our guide, Nate, who made the entire day even more memorable. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and always made sure everyone was comfortable. He shared interesting facts throughout the journey, recommended great photo spots, and even helped us take beautiful pictures. His positive energy made the long drive feel short and enjoyable. From Monterey to Carmel and the iconic 17-Mile Drive, every stop was stunning. If you're visiting San Francisco and want an unforgettable day trip, I highly recommend this tour. And if you have the chance, ask for Nate—he's truly an amazing guide! Thank you, Nate, for making this such a wonderful experience. I would definitely book another tour with you again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐