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15 Best Monterey & Carmel Day Trips

The Monterey days: south along the coast to the 17-Mile Drive’s cypress points, Carmel’s cottage streets and Monterey’s wharf. The scenery does the talking for most of the day.

1.Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Discover California’s stunning coast with this full-day tour from SF to Monterey, Carmel, and the iconic 17-Mile Drive—perfect for scenic lovers and first-timers.

Most Popular★ 4.0

“Long Day whsre the best place to visit was the last,Carmel by the sea. More time should have been spent there rather than Monterrey. The lady driver and lady tour guide were very good. Only the length of journey affected my score. The 2 ladies…”

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3.San Francisco: Monterey and Carmel Day Tour

Discover California's stunning coast with this 11-hour Monterey and Carmel day trip, featuring iconic scenic drives, marine life, and charming towns.

★ 4.3

“Great way to explore the areas of Monterey, Carmel a d Pebble Beach without the pressure of driving. Lots of time to taste local cuisine and do a little shopping. The views were spectacular and the atmosphere very relaxed.”

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4.Monterey, Carmel and Pacific Coast Explorer from San Francisco

Discover California’s stunning coast on a full-day tour from San Francisco, visiting Monterey, Carmel, and iconic scenic spots with expert guides and breathtaking views.

★ 4.0

“Our guide Danny was excellent and was very knowledgeable and he shared lots of information about San Francisco and the surrounding areas. The tour made lots of stops for pictures and places to eat and was very well organized! We would highly recommend this adventure!!”

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6.From San Francisco: Carmel, Monterey & Big Sur Private Tour

Experience California's stunning coast on a private 10-hour tour from San Francisco to Carmel, Monterey, and Big Sur, tailored to your interests.

★ 4.9

“Had to rearrange date at short notice due to flight cancellation which Dingo tours were able to accommodate. Our driver Marciano was flexible with time spent at each stopping point on route. Great way to see spectacular coastline and have expert knowledge on best spots.”

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7.Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Dr, Big Sur & Mcway Falls Pvt Tour

Experience California’s stunning coast on a private, customizable tour covering Monterey, Carmel, 17-Mile Drive, Big Sur, and McWay Falls. Perfect for nature lovers and scenic road trip fans.

★ 5.0

“The trip was amazing.Thanks to Pablo for organising it so well and making it a truly memorable one. His attention to detail and dedication made this trip truly unforgettable. It's a memory that will stay with me forever..I would highly recommend it”

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9.Monterey Peninsula and Carmel by the Sea Small Group Tour

Discover California’s scenic coast on this small-group tour from San Francisco, featuring iconic stops like Cannery Row, Pebble Beach, and Carmel.

★ 4.5

“August is the perfect time for this tour! Our guide was friendly, informative, and made the day so enjoyable. The itinerary covered everything — Pigeon Point Lighthouse, Cannery Row, Pebble Beach, and Carmel Plaza — and there was even free time to explore at our…”

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10.17-Mile Drive,Carmel & Monterey Day Trip from San Francisco

Explore California’s coast on a guided 17-Mile Drive, Carmel, and Monterey trip from San Francisco. Expect scenic views, informative guides, and flexible options.

★ 3.0

“Very good tour, fantastic scenery, Our tour guide is Antony , he is very funny and helpful, making the trip more enjoyable. Good memories, will recommend to my friends.”

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11.Carmel, Monterey and Big Sur Tour Private Tour from San Francisco

Discover the California coast from San Francisco to Big Sur on a private, customizable tour. Enjoy stunning views, expert guides, and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“We recently went on a private family tour to Big Sur, Carmel, and Monterey with Fred — and I can wholeheartedly say it was one of the most memorable experiences of our trip to California. Fred reached out a day in advance to confirm everything,…”

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

Experience the stunning California coast with a private guided day trip from San Francisco to Monterey, Carmel, and Big Sur, tailored to your pace.

★ 4.5

“A great trip from San Francisco to Big Sur in a single day. Pep knew a lot and she was a considerate, interesting guide for adults. My people were complaining about the nasty weather in which we started and ended our trip. But Pep told…”

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13.Carmel / Monterey Hwy 1 tour

Explore the scenic California coast on a private tour from San Francisco, visiting Carmel, Monterey, and the iconic 17-Mile Drive with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“The most memorable was the lunch at Pebble Beach at the Bench restaurant. The many breathtaking stops along US 1 highway. Great pictures.”

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14.Private Tour to Monterey, Carmel, 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

Explore the scenic California coast on a private day trip from San Francisco to Monterey, Carmel, 17-Mile Drive, and Pebble Beach, with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Great experience with A Taste of SF and Randy last month. Good and clear communication through out the process. We were picked up by Randy at our requested time in San Mateo for our tour and comfortable ride for our tour. Randy was very accommodating…”

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