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Duration: 14h
Location: Big Sur, CA United States | Big Sur, United States
Category: Day Trips & Excursio
Highlights:
Coastal scenery & seaside towns with a naturalist guide
Undersea exhibits of the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium
17-Mile Drive & a walk along the Coastal Recreation Trail
Gourmet picnic lunch, small-plate dinner & California wines
Free time in the charming resort town of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Inclusions:
Guided tour of Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and the California Coast
VIP tour of the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Park entrance fees and tolls
Picnic lunch and dinner with wine
Morning coffee, tea, and scones
Afternoon snacks and refreshments
Roundtrip transportation to and from your San Francisco hotel
Live tour commentary provided in English
Description:
Head south from San Francisco to explore the rugged shores, windswept beaches, and charming seaside towns of the Central Coast. Visit Monterey’s world-famous aquarium, dig your toes into the sand at Carmel-by-the-Sea, and indulge in a gourmet picnic lunch and dinner with local wines.
Stretching across the Monterey Peninsula from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach, 17-mile drive is a private road filled with dramatic coastal views, idyllic beaches, scenic points, and historic mansions. You’ll spend the day exploring the towns, attractions, and natural wonders of the area with your naturalist Escape Artist guide.
We’ll visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium home to more than 35,000 plants and animals including sharks, turtles, rays, otters, octopuses, and penguins. You’ll get a VIP experience, visiting exclusive behind-the-scenes areas and hearing in-depth insights on the animals and aquarium.
Your Escape Artist guide will also lead you on a walk along one of our favorite sections of the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail. You will soak in the serene coastal views and watch for harbor seals, sea lions, and otters while learning more about the history, ecology, and culture of the peninsula.
The tour will end with free time in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The picturesque town was home to Native Americans and Spanish missionaries before becoming a haven for bohemians and artists in the early 1900s. It retains its charm and artistic inclinations today, and you’ll find endless diversions in its art galleries, boutiques, historic homes, wine tasting rooms, and cypress lined paths.
A chef’s lunch and small plate dinner are included in the tour.
Cancellation Policy:
Know before you book:
If you are traveling with a child under 6, you must provide a safety seat.,
You must be 21 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.,
Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located San Francisco hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
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