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San Francisco: Monterey and Carmel One Day Tour
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Explore Monterey, a rich and entertaining mix of wildlife, stunning coastal views and important history. On its streets you can walk in the steps of figures like Grapes of Wrath author John Steinbeck, who spent years living in and writing about this fascinating area.
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Highlights
Inclusions
- Food crawl and walking tour of Monterey (Optional)
- Meals
- Guide gratuity
Essential Info
Tour Safe Program
- Wearing masks will be mandatory while on tour (except for children under the age of two).
- We encourage passengers to bring their own personal protective equipment and cleaning products.
Enhanced Cleaning
- Nightly deep cleaning and disinfecting fogging by certified crew
- Installation of high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters to capture and remove diseased particles from the air
- Disinfecting and hand washing by tour guides at 30+ minutes stops
Touchless Touring
- Elimination of boarding passes
- No onboard credit card transactions
- Drivers wear face shields while touring
Social Distancing
- Tour vehicles operating at below their capacity
- Staged on- and off-boarding to permit social distancing
- New distancing procedures at all tour stops and attractions
Where to Meet
Departure Point/Entrance
Monterey and Carmel One Day Tour
478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area)
Encore Café is next door. The bus will board from directly across the street.
Arrive by 7:30 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 7:40 AM
OR
2805 Leavenworth Street SF (Fisherman's Wharf Area)
Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours is across the street (blue canopy). The Bus will board just in front.
Arrive by 7:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:00 AM
Departure Time
Monterey and Carmel One Day Tour
478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area)
Encore Café is next door. The bus will board from directly across the street.
Arrive by 7:30 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 7:40 AM
OR
2805 Leavenworth Street SF (Fisherman's Wharf Area)
Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours is across the street (blue canopy). The Bus will board just in front.
Arrive by 7:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:00 AM
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FAQ's
What is Monterey, California known for?
It is known for an abundance of marine wildlife, beautiful views of the Pacific, and fresh seafood.
What is the best time of year to visit Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea in California?
The best time to visit is late spring when the weather is warm, crowds are fewer, and food festivals are in full swing.
How long does it take to drive 17-Mile Drive?
This drive takes about three hours.