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Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

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Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

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Embark on a quintessential California road trip with this customizable full-day tour down the Pacific Coastal Highway from San Francisco. See the Big Sur coastline, visit the Monterey Peninsula — famous for its bay views, abundant marine life, and historical Cannery Row — and stroll around the top-rated destination of Carmel-by-the-Sea with your private guide. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Snacks

Private driver/guide

Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

1

Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard

Pacific Grove highlights the convergence of the ragged California Coastline, and Spanish Bay Golf courses.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

17-Mile Drive

The 17 Mile Drive is an iconic area in Carmel showcasing Hollywood movie star estates.

40 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

Pickup included

Reviews

4.44

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Big Sur Beauty

    439janiev,

    Oct 30, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    🌊 Amazing Big Sur Experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Had such a great time with Pep on our tour from Carmel to Big Sur! We cruised down the coast in a Tesla, stopped for some short walks, and soaked in all the amazing views. The scenery was just stunning. Pep even brought along a local specialist who knew so much about the area — that was such a cool touch! Super fun, easygoing, and really memorable. Totally recommend this tour if you want a laid-back but awesome way to see the coast!

  • Wonderful Day Out in Scenic Northern Cal

    Regina S,

    Aug 13, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    My friend and I had a great day out with our tour guide, Pep. Pep was very knowledgeable about the area with dome fun facts. She was also flexible on how we structured our tour. This tour was breathtaking and well worth it. The views and photos we got to take were stunning. I highly recommend this tour.

  • Make sure you get what you paid for.

    Brenda F,

    Mar 20, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    2.00

    Disappointed. Before arriving in San Francisco, I already knew I wanted to do this tour. However, at this time of the year it is only achievable by private tours rather than a coach option. We booked through Viator with what looked a great itinerary. However, with a couple of days to go still no confirmation or contact from the tour guide. Which was not a great start. So, we had to chase them. On the morning of the tour, they were late and then advised they would be using a different vehicle which turned out to be a good thing as the message the day before stated they would be driving a Tesla which would have been very cramped indeed and totally unsuitable for the duration and distance being covered. Once we eventually got underway the guide stated to explain the route she was intending to go. Before she got through her information, I challenged this route as she was suggesting go down through Silicon Valley on to Monterey. This was not we booked or paid for. I wanted to do the stops as per highlight on the Viator website and that is what we had booked and paid for. She then tried to explain this was a suggested itinerary on the Viator website and should only be used as a guide. No where on the website or any information does this suggest it is a guide. After a heated conversation she agreed to do the route as per my printout (luckily, I had printed this out and brought a copy with me) Unfortunately, this itinerary became a very whistle stop tour and we did have to miss out on the suggested 1 or 1 ½ hour stops. But at least we went down highway 1 following the famous coast road and not on the interstate as she would have had us doing. So please ensure you know your route and itinerary that you have paid for otherwise this day will get cut in to a very short day with only seeing 2 or 3 places. Rather than seeing the amazing views off highway 1.

  • Awesome time

    Badri K,

    Dec 31, 2024

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Awesome, extremely safe driving, Awesome providing details of the area. Would definitely book wirh same guide/resource and Viator

  • A wonderful experience

    preetyb2018,

    May 18, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This is a well curated tour with many spectacular views and charming stops at Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach and The Big Sur. Our guide, Pep , enhanced the experience with her knowledge and insights and above all a very friendly, flexible and warm disposition.

  • A wonderful thing to do In SFO

    Bhavna P,

    May 16, 2024

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It was a wonderful trip. And our Guide Effie made the trip more memorable. Though he was 72, he seemed nothing less than 27! Jovial and energetic! Thanks Alegro tours.

  • Great trip and wonderful guide

    Kenneth C,

    Mar 13, 2024

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Pep our driver/guide was excellent. We were able to tailor our trip to cover everything we wanted. Monterey, 17 mile drive, a stop off at Carmel and Bixby bridge. Stunning coast line

  • Good tour if you have limited time.

    Naureen R,

    Nov 14, 2023

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    If you have limited time in San Francisco and want to go see Big Sur, don’t want to drive, then this is the tour for you

  • Incredible 2 days of private tours

    orelmk,

    Oct 26, 2023

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had 2 magical days with Pep ! Day one we toured Silicon Valley,Monterey and Carmel. So interesting to see Apple, Facebook and Google. Then on to Monterey and Carmel. We did Big Sur , then the 17 mile drive passing Pebble Beach stopping for numerous photos taken by Pep. It was an unforgettable day. Day 2 San Francisco and Sausalito. We did a complete city tour then went over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito where we had lunch overlooking the water. We were able to see so many sights during our private tours that the big tour busses would not be able to get close to. We returned to our ship in plenty of time for our sailing. Highly recommend Pep and Alegro Tours ..

  • Remarkable tour

    Mohammed Y,

    Aug 1, 2023

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Carmel is a very nice village, beach in Monterey is very beautiful. Needs to spend more time in both villages.

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