Top 10 Bus Tours in Monterey & Carmel

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17 Mile Drive entry included!), and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. You'll delve into local history and explore iconic points of interest such as the bustling Fisherman's Wharf and historic Cannery Row. Throughout the day, several carefully chosen stops, such as Lover's Point Park, Bird Rock, The Lone Cypress, and the renowned Pebble Beach Lodge, will provide unparalleled opportunities to enjoy the stunning scenery and spot abundant marine wildlife, including sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, and even whales! Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour provides a comprehensive and memorable exploration of this world-renowned coastal region.
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Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including towering Redwood trees, an elephant seal observation deck, and an iconic seaside restaurant. This self-guided audio tour helps you discover more on your road trip with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions that plays automatically along the drive. With GyPSy Guide you have the freedom to explore offline at your own pace so you can spend more time at places that interest you. ✅ Tour operate in both directions ✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tours work offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Purchase one tour per vehicle.
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Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
What truly sets this Afternoon Half-day, Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour apart is the unparalleled expertise of your guide, who not only boasts over 25 years of hands-on experience in the region but also holds a Master's Degree in Viticulture. This isn't just a tasting; it's an immersive educational journey! You'll gain a profound understanding of the unique terroir, specific varietals thriving in Monterey County, and intricate winemaking processes directly from a true expert, offering insights far beyond a typical tour and making for a truly unique and sophisticated exploration of Carmel Valley's renowned wine scene.
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Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
What makes this Big Sur tour truly unique is our over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in guiding educational adventures through the majestic Monterey County, offering you a deep dive into the natural wonders of the Big Sur coast and fascinating insights into the ancient redwood trees that define this region. Our carefully curated itinerary ensures you experience the best, from a brief stop at an iconic 1932 concrete bridge offering spectacular coastal views, to the quirky charm of The River Inn where you can refresh and see the famous chairs in the Big Sur River. Prepare for an awe-inspiring moment at the highest viewpoint on Highway 1 in California, providing a spectacular 180-degree panorama of the dramatic coastline, before culminating your journey with a visit to the historic Big Sur Lodge for an intimate, guided nature walk in an old-growth redwood forest, complete with a unique Big Sur River crossing.
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Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
This tour offers a truly distinctive Carmel Valley experience, highlighted by exclusive access to Bernardus Winery's Ingrid’s Vineyard for a unique educational walk led by your guide who has over 30 years' experience in the vineyard, followed by a premium tasting at the Bernardus Tasting Room. What truly sets this journey apart is the flexibility of your second tasting, allowing for a personalized discovery from an impressive roster of highly-regarded wineries like Chesebro and McIntyre Vineyards, ensuring a diverse and tailored palate exploration. Beyond the exceptional wines, the tour provides a holistic appreciation of Carmel Valley's charm, with observations of iconic points of interest such as Earthbound Farms' organic produce stand, world-class golf courses, and vibrant flower nurseries.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
This is a private charter excursion by a local driver guide using a luxury sedan, full-size SUV, and Sprinter for 4 or 5 hours. The cost varies by group size. It is a unique way of visiting one of the most scenic areas in the U.S. The driver guide will stop at places you wish to enjoy in Monterey, Big Sur, Bixby Bridge, River Inn, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park of Coastal Redwoods, Nepenthe. *Option to add McWay Falls, and many other places. This is not a group tour. We accommodate up to 12 people.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
This individual private day trip in a luxury car for you, one to 12 persons. The cost varies based on the number of people. We go Monterey, 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach. Then on Big Sur Highway one to Point Lobos, Garrapata State Beach, Rocky Point, and Bixby Bridge at your own pace. With a chauffeur driven car, you don't need to worry about which roads to take and spending time looking for suitable parking, rest stops etc. These trips are not on a large vehicle with many participants, fixed timed stops and narration. Just you with family or friends. An experienced local resident would be the driver guide for your personal requirements. This trip can be customized and is ideal for travelers seeking an exclusive and personal unstructured experience.
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Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
Join Carmel Valley’s #1 Wine Tasting Tour! Over 20 years of Carmel Valley Wine Tasting experience! Start the Day with a scenic ride out to Carmel Valley Village in our luxury and comfortable coaches and trolleys. Don’t confine yourself to a cramped smaller vehicles! Premium tastings at Carmel Valley's finest wineries complement the wonderful sit down lunches with either Mexican Food or French Bistro. A Bottle of Great Local Wine is included. Wine tasting fees at three venues and lunch are included.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
Experience a spectacular driving tour that follows Highway 1 to Big Sur, often called “the greatest meeting of land and water in the world.” You’ll be greeted by views of the Santa Lucia Mountains rising abruptly from the Pacific Ocean, in contrast with the jagged rock cliffs and churning seas. This section of Highway 1 is considered one of the most scenic driving routes in the United States, if not the world. It’s filled with unblemished natural scenery and dotted with four state parks, hidden beaches, rocky coves and rolling hills. On the tour, you’ll pass by the historic D.L. James House now owned by actor Brad Pitt, cross the iconic Bixby Bridge, pass by the prominent volcanic rock home of the Point Sur Light Station to the Big Sur River Inn and the famous Nepenthe Restaurant before we stop at the Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. All stops, visits to state parks and subsequent hikes are optional and parking fees for state parks are not included in the price of this tour.
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Normal Price: 14.99 USD.
Current Price: 11.99 USD.

Destination: Monterey & Carmel.
Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone Cypress tree standing tall for over 250 years, spot shipwreck remains at Fanshell Beach, watch seabirds, sea lions and seals gather at Bird Rock, and visit pristine beaches and renowned golf courses. Along the way, hear stories on historic Cannery Row, Spanish explorers and shipwrecks play automatically as you discover one of California’s most scenic coastal routes. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.
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