Embark on the ultimate California coastal adventure with our Monterey day trip from San Francisco. Relax in a luxury motorcoach as we navigate the legendary Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1), offering non-stop views of the rugged shoreline where you might spot sea otters and surfers. As one of our most beloved San Francisco excursions, your Monterey tour begins at the historic Cannery Row, where you can walk in the footsteps of John Steinbeck, enjoy fresh local seafood, or choose to explore the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium.
The scenic journey continues past the cliff-side vistas of Pacific Grove and along the world-famous 17-Mile Drive, including a stop at the iconic Pebble Beach Golf Course. This Carmel-by-the-Sea day trip culminates in the charming village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for its enchanting architecture and high-end art galleries. Whether you are enjoying a Carmel by the Sea walking tour or relaxing on its pristine beaches, this comprehensive Carmel-by-the-Sea tour offers the most efficient and engaging way to experience Monterey from San Francisco.
Departure
Wednesday & Saturday year-round between 7:40am – 8:00am
Price Excludes
We will pick you up from either 478 Post St. (Union Square Area) – Departs at 7:40 AM
or 2805 Leavenworth St. (Fisherman’s Wharf Area) – Departs at 8:00 AM.
This Carmel-by-the-Sea day trip begins before your first stop as you wind your way between the mountains and the Pacific Ocean on Highway 1, perhaps the most famous and breathtaking highway in the United States.
We’ll stop for a bite to eat before arriving at Monterey’s Cannery Row, once the center of the local fishing industry and now a charming walking district full of restaurants, boutiques, and cafes.
You can spend your time here at the beach, taking in the sights and sounds of the town, or at the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of the nation’s top-rated family attractions.
Note: Once you have booked your tour please contact us so we can advise you about booking your ticket for the Monterey Bay Aquarium on one of our Monterey day trips. Please check out their website for their prices and Covid policies.
The 17-Mile Drive takes you by The Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, through the towns of Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach, then on to Carmel!
Stop at the Carmel Plaza, long known for attracting artists like Jack London, Upton Sinclair, Mary Austin, and Ansel Adams.
Nowadays, the beautiful location and internationally-known golf courses of this upscale community draw celebrities and the jet-set crowd — Clint Eastwood even served as mayor for a term!
Leaving the enchanted coastline behind, fast forward through time as you travel through Silicon Valley, the high-tech capital of the world. You’ll be back in San Francisco full of memories of California’s playground at the edge of the world.
We understand how important quality time with your friends and family is. We also understand the hesitation some customers may have in sharing a vehicle with people they don’t know.
While we love the ease of travel and the new friendships that shared tours provide, we have adapted our Monterey and Carmel bus tours from San Francisco to give customers more options when booking.
Both our Carmel-by-the-Sea day trip and Monterey day trips are now available to book as private excursions for up to 22 guests.
You’ll receive the same itinerary and inclusions that our typical tour would provide, plus personal one-on-one attention from your guide and the ability to choose who you’ll bring with you.
Feeling like making some changes or additions to the itinerary? Contact us and we can create a quote for any custom journey that you can enjoy anywhere in the 50 states.
Reserve your Tours of Monterey and Carmel as private excursions now!
Our rates are based on group size. After clicking below and choosing an available date on our Monterey and Carmel tours from San Francisco, elect how many travelers will be in your group.
Private tour for 1–13 guests: $2,078
Private tour for 14–22 guests: $2,843
This tour travels along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1), offering stunning views of the California coastline, ocean vistas, cliffs, and beaches. You’ll see lookout points, scenic pull-offs, and possible views of the Point Lobos area and other coastal gems.
You’ll have free time in Monterey to explore Cannery Row and have lunch, plus additional free time in Carmel-by-the-Sea to walk the charming streets, browse art galleries and shops, and enjoy ocean views before returning to San Francisco.
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is not included in the base price of this tour. It’s optional if you choose to visit once you’re in Monterey, and you would purchase tickets separately.
Yes, the entrance fee to the 17-Mile Drive scenic road is included in the tour price, so you can enjoy stops like Lone Cypress and other dramatic coastal viewpoints without paying extra.
Yes, the itinerary typically includes free time to explore nearby coastal towns such as Pacific Grove, giving you the chance to enjoy local shops, viewpoints, and seaside paths.
Yes, the route offers chances to see wildlife along the coast, including sea lions, pelicans, shorebirds, and occasionally otters or seals near beaches and rocky outcrops.
You’ll travel on a comfortable motorcoach with a professional guide who provides narration, insights about the coastline, and assistance throughout the day.
Yes, the itinerary typically includes free time to explore nearby coastal towns such as Pacific Grove, giving you the chance to enjoy local shops, viewpoints, and seaside paths.
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