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Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people

4.8 (37 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people

About this activity

This is a 8 hour private charter excursion by local driver guide using full size SUV up to 6 people and Mercedes Sprinter for 7 to 12 people. This is 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 state park of Coastal Redwoods, Nepenthe, and many other places. This is a private trip not a group tour.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English, Spanish
Written guide
English
Operated by
California Pacific Excursions

Ages: Adults (0–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
  • Included: Return trip by full size SUV OR Coast Starlight train from Salinas to San Jose Diridon Station
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Trasnsportation by full size SUV

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Dinner
  • Not included: Gratuity

Itinerary

  1. Santa Cruz

    Passing by

    Driving through Redwoods to Santa Cruz then to Castroville.

  2. Garrapata State Park

    30 min

    View Garrapata State Park, Rocky PointContinue on Highway One through Point Lobos, Garrapata and Rocky Point to Bixby Bridge.

  3. Bixby Bridge

    30 min

    Picture stop at Bixby Bridge

  4. Stop 4

    30 min

    View Hurricane Point, Point Sur Lighthouse.

  5. Big Sur

    3 hours

    View Big Sur River Inn or stop for refreshments and Nepenthe / Phoenix / Café Kevah overlooking Pacific Ocean

  6. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

    2 hours

    For about an hour walk in the Redwoods.

  7. Monterey

    Passing by

    Return through Monterey, Prunedale, Gilroy and Morgan Hill.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Jose Cupertino
  • Homewood Suites By Hilton San Jose Airport-Silicon Valley
  • National at The Northpark
  • Spark By Hilton San Jose Airport
  • Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection
  • Rodeway Inn Milpitas near Great Mall
  • Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
  • Park Inn by Radisson, San Jose
  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Newark-Fremont
  • Motel 6 San Jose Airport
  • Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
  • Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

and 291 more pickup points

We can arrange pick up and drop off service at any hotels and private residences in San Jose area.

Using your ticket

Please call or text us at 1.415.228.9865 or send us email at [email protected] to let us know your email address for train ticket and itinerary.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 37 reviews
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