Guided Tour of Pacific Coast Highway in San Francisco
About this experience
Discover Monterey Bay, Carmel-by-the-Sea and more on this exciting guided tour of the Pacific Coast Highway!
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What's Included
- All-day tour with an expert guide
- Pick up rom Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf
- Scenic drive down California's Coastal Highway 1
- Explore Cannery Row and Old Fisherman's Wharf
- Visit Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea!
What happens on the day
Explore California's picturesque shoreline as you cruise down the famous Pacific Coast Highway on this guided tour. Enjoy convenient pick-up at your hotel and get swept away into a California wonderland.
Travel Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Bay Peninsula, an area rich with wildlife, stunning coastal views and important history. Stroll along Cannery Row made famous by The Grapes of Wrath author, John Steinbeck. Keep an eye out for the sea otters playing in the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Grab lunch at Old Fisherman’s Wharf, or just stroll around the area and take in the sights and fresh ocean air.
Hop back on the tour bus and drive down the beautiful 17-Mile Drive. Get your cameras ready for more photo stops on the Pacific Coast Highway and Pebble Beach Golf Course. Then continue on to the charming beachfront town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, where you can browse the quaint shops on Ocean Avenue or walk down to the beach to put your toes in the sand.
They say you leave your heart in San Francisco, but as you travel back to the city it will be filled with memories from this amazing guided tour of Monterey Bay, Carmel-by-the-Sea and the gorgeous Pacific Coast Highway!
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday - 8:00 AM
*Hotel pick-up is between 7:30 & 8:30 AM
Important Details
Essential Information
- Guided tour is offered in English
- Admission to 17-mile Drive is included
- Entrance fee to Monterey Bay Aquarium is not included
- A child safety seat or booster seat is required for all children under 8 years of age or 4' 9" in height, as dictated by California State Law
- Meals are not included, but there will be opportunities to purchase food
- Includes specific hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Weather Dependent
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FAQs
What can I expect on the tour?
You can expect to have a great time with friendly people and knowledgeable tour guides. The goal is to have an amazing time while exploring the stunning sights of Monterey Bay, Carmel-by-the-Sea and the Pacific Coast Highway.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Are there restrooms available on the vehicle?
There may not be restrooms on the vehicle, but with multiple stops there are ample opportunities to use the restroom during the tour.
Will there be time to explore on my own in Monterey Bay and Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Yes, you will have about 2 hours of free time on the Monterey Bay tour and up to 1 hour on the Carmel-by-the-Sea tour.
What should I bring?
Extra spending money for meals, snacks, souvenirs etc.
A light jacket (easily removable) in case of wind
Camera
Water bottle
Warm clothes and a waterproof jacket (during the winter months)
Hat and sunscreen (during the summer months)
Sturdy umbrella (if the forecast calls for rain)
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to the experience, subject to a rescheduling fee per booking. Failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule within 72 hours of your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
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