Carmel and Monterey Day Trip from San Francisco

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Duration: from 11 to 12 hours
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Experience Highlights

Embark on a full day tour from San Francisco to Carmel and Monterey. Discover the natural beauty of California's central coast with an expert guide as you travel through breathtaking coastal scenery, white sandy beaches and charming seaside towns. Enjoy a day full of adventure and discovery on this unforgettable small group tour.

  • Explore two beautiful coastal towns in one day
  • Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of California's central coastline
  • Benefit from the convenience of an included hotel pick-up service

What’s included

  • Day trip to Carmel and Monterey from San Francisco
  • Hotel pick-up service
  • Small group
  • Expert guide

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Step by Step

On this day trip from San Francisco, you'll have the opportunity to explore two charming coastal cities: Carmel and Monterey. You'll start your journey from the city, with a convenient hotel pick-up, and head south towards California's central coast.

Along the way, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline, with its towering cliffs and white sandy beaches. You'll stop along the famous 17-Mile Drive scenic route, where you can admire some of the region's most beautiful scenery. You'll see the iconic Lone Cypress, one of America's most photographed trees, and enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

After enjoying the natural beauty of the coast, you'll arrive in the picturesque town of Carmel. Known for its charm and laid-back atmosphere, Carmel is the perfect place to stroll through streets lined with art galleries, unique shops and cosy restaurants. You'll also have free time to explore Carmel's famous beach, with its soft sand and stunning ocean views.

Continuing your journey, you'll head to Monterey, a coastal city full of history and culture. Here you can visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, which houses a variety of marine species and offers fascinating interactive exhibits. You can also stroll along Monterrey' s fishing pier and enjoy delicious fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants.

So you don't have to worry about a thing, hotel pick-up and drop-off service and all transfers are included. In addition, this is a small group tour, which guarantees more exclusivity and personalisation.

Reviews

4.6
· 1685 Reviews
  • Z
    Z. N.
    4
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    The tour was a unique experience, although I think they could offer more free time at each stop to explore.
  • S
    S. J.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to Carmel and Monterrey was an unforgettable experience, with beautiful scenery and impeccable organisation.
  • M
    M. X.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    I loved this tour, I saw beautiful landscapes and learned a lot. It was a unique experience that I recommend if you visit San Francisco.
  • M
    M. F.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to Carmel and Monterrey was the best, beautiful landscapes and everything was great. I didn't know much about these places, but now I highly recommend them.
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