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
Dani the driver was...
Dani the driver was friendly and polite. The only issue was the motor coach itself. It needed shocks since we felt every bump in the road.
A journey with excellent scenery
We drove on Highway 1, enjoying the beautiful Pacific coastline along the way. It was foggy in San Francisco, but the driver said not to worry; we would definitely see the sun in Monterey in the afternoon. Sure enough, not far south, we saw the blue sea and golden beaches under the sun. I saw sea lions playing and sunbathing on the beach in Monterey, enjoyed the ocean view along the 17 miles, and browsed shops and had coffee in Carmel town. Except for the journey being a bit far, and getting back to the city after 8 PM, everything else was perfect.
Day Trip to Monterey and Carmel
We recently had the pleasure of being guided by Dani during a day trip to Monterey and Carmel. From the moment we were picked up until we were dropped off, Dani's professionalism and enthusiasm significantly enhanced our experience.
Great tour!
We did the tour to Carmel and Monterey. It was a nice day, we saw a lot. Definitely a recommendation!
Minibus was a Roliing Wreck!!
The destinations on this tour were lovely but the journey to get there was downright frightening! The tour was run by Grayine and they were most disappointing. The driver was personable but not overly informative. His main focus (natuarlly) was on driving the mni bus in city traffic and later on the twisty two-lane highways. BUT by far the worst aspect of the trip was the actual mini bus itself! This was a barely road worthy and downrighr dangerous vehicle!! The vehicle had no useful shocks or springs left. It repeatedly swayed, creaked, and rattled with every curve and bottomed out with a loud BANG over the smallest bumps. At one point it bottomed out so hard that the passenger door came partially open. The driver had to pull over and exit the vehicle and manually reclose the door. The upper wind shield had a large crack all the way across and several smaller cracks in one corner. Also, part of the mechanism for closing the passenger door (a large rod with a ball end) was disconnected at the ball end and it was laying across the first step of the passenger entrance, posing a tripping hazard and leaving us wondering why it was not properly connected UNDER the step. This minibus was a hazard and we were fearful that we may suffer a breakdown at freeway speeds and be in an accident. We could not wait to get off this rolling wreck!! It put a damper on an otherwise lovely visit to beautiful Monterey and Carmel.