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.
You will be baking macarons with a macaron master who has been featured on the Cooking Channel. You will receive hands-on training and all the techniques, tips and tricks to create these gourmet treats at home!
Discover Monterey Through Its Flavors
Experience Old Monterey like never before on this leisurely, guided food tour that highlights the best local flavors and hidden culinary gems. Stroll through the historic downtown district as you taste your way through five diverse food and drink stops—from savory bites and freshly made crepes to locally brewed beer and small-batch ice cream.
As you walk, your guide will share fascinating stories about Monterey’s rich history, colorful characters, and cultural landmarks. Along the way, you’ll support local restaurants and artisans while uncovering spots you may want to revisit later.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a local looking to rediscover your hometown, this tour offers a delicious and insightful way to spend the day.
We make long rides simple: complimentary shop-to-shop battery swaps, helmets and locks are included. And our remote-return option lets you linger through golden hour (keep the bike until 30 minutes after sunset) with clear after-hours drop instructions. Want to chase a sunset or build in a relaxed lunch stop? We’ll recommend the best route and timing. That local knowledge and responsive staff are why riders pick us. Book now to secure your perfect bike.
Big Sur Adventures isn’t just another bike rental — it’s a full-day coastal access pass to Pebble Beach, Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula. With 50+ e-bike models, we’ll match every rider to the perfect ride: families, solo explorers, and adventurous groups alike. Our team fits you properly, runs a quick safety orientation, and hands you a paper or digital map tailored to your pace and interests, so you spend less time guessing and more time soaking up Lone Cypress vistas, Spanish Bay overlooks and Carmel’s charming streets.
You will coast from our downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea bike shop directly down to Carmel Beach to romp on the beach with your furry friend! Then ride along the Carmel coastline via Scenic Drive. You’ll sniff out landmarks like the Frank Lloyd Wright house, Tor House, Butterfly House, Carmel River State Beach, Clint Eastwood’s Mission Ranch, the Carmel Mission and Mission Trail Park, the original fairy-tale homes, and maybe Stillwater Cove Beach inside Pebble Beach Resort, with opportunities at every turn for sniffing.
You will ride our premium e-bikes, and your dog will be in our custom handmade sidecars. These powerful, pedal-assisted electric bikes will allow us to cover a lot of ground. The e-bikes with sidecars also have throttles. We have two different-sized side car(s). Please tell us pet weight, breed, name, and which height rider might handle the side car. If you have more than one dog, specify if you think they’d prefer to be together in one sidecar or if you’d like two sidecars.
This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This is a mecca for taking memorable photos. Hearing the amazing human history of this unique piece of land will be part of your experience.
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Explore the famous 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey with a self-guided audio tour! Learn about iconic landmarks like Lone Cyprus, Seal Rock, and Spanish Bay as you drive past. Discover the history behind Cannery Row, Monterey's Aquarium, and Fisherman's Wharf. Experience this ultimate scenic drive at its fullest. This self-guided audio tour allows you to explore Monterey with maximum flexibility and value.
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Discover the Real Monterey! Visit historic adobes and hear fascinating tales on an adventure with the Original Monterey Walking Tours!
Skip the tourist spots and explore what most visitors miss – the hidden heart of Old Monterey. Wander through peaceful garden courtyards, peek into historic adobes and see Monterey’s "Plymouth Rock." Stand on the spot where the State of California was born and thrill to the rousing tale of “Sloat's Landing” – when one bold action changed the fate of an entire country.
The best way to really get to know Monterey? Up close an on foot, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours.
Enjoy a private beach bonfire in Carmel-by-the-sea. Listen to the waves crash, roast marshmallows, gaze at the stars, and share a laugh with loved ones. Life doesn't get much better than this.
Gourmet s’mores basket included. Hot cocoa and charcuterie is available upon request.
The Bonfire will take place on Carmel Beach unless otherwise requested. Carmel Beach only permits propane fires between 4pm-10pm. Bonfires with real wood are available in Pebble Beach upon request.
Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.
• See 11 fairytale cottages, and find out about architect Hugh Comstock, who married a dollmaker here in the 1920s
• Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse who co-authored a book about Carmel's historic homes
• Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Please note that this is a hilly walk.
World class private tour, completely controlled by you!
Embark on an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Big Sur coastline with our exhilarating driving tour! Feel the ocean breeze caress your face as you journey through breathtaking cliffs, winding roads, and towering redwood forests. Explore hidden gems as you stop to marvel at jaw-dropping viewpoints, pristine beaches, and cascading waterfalls. Let the rhythm of the waves guide you as you savor delicious coastal cuisine and immerse yourself in the bohemian charm of quaint seaside towns.
Commentary by Bill Devoe, a local legend!
This tour has been written by a local, who knows the very best spots of Big Sur.Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App.
With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
Enjoy a 3 - 4 hour sailing cruise on the Monterey Bay. This Marine Mammal and Wildlife Safari is a private guided tour and can accommodate up to 6 people.
Whale sightings are NOT guaranteed. However, this tour is designed to give ample time to find and view whales, dolphins, sea lions, sea otters, and the many varieties of Marine Birds that call the Monterey Bay their home.
Unleash your adventurous side with our Unlimited Games Package! This pass grants you the freedom to explore Monterey's delights while indulging in some truly unique fun. Dive into the only underground mini golf course in Monterey, where vibrant neon lights and exciting, age-friendly obstacles create an unforgettable experience.
But that's not all – you'll also get to try our exclusive 1-2 Putt game, found only at Tipsy Putt. This one-of-a-kind 9-hole course combines the best elements of golf, shuffleboard, and pool, encouraging you to enjoy a drink while you play. With no time limits, you can play as many rounds as you like, making every visit a new adventure.
Take breaks whenever you want to refuel with delicious food and sip on local beer, wine, and cocktails. The Unlimited Games Package ensures an exciting and memorable day filled with fun, laughter, and endless possibilities!
Discover a new way to Mini Golf in Monterey a fun loving haven with a unique 9-hole course and fun indoor games. Perfect for friends and family, it promises thrilling rounds, cozy seating, and refreshments. Conveniently located with ample parking in the garage adjacent, it’s your go-to for indoor fun any day
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.
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.
You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea and explore cottages throughout Carmel. Passing several local historic sites, you will ride down the Carmel coastline along Scenic Drive; a one-way, 15-mile per hour road. You’ll pass landmarks such as the Tor House, Butterfly House, Carmel River State Beach, Clint Eastwood’s Mission Ranch, and the Carmel Mission, one of the most authentically restored Catholic mission churches in California.
The minimum for a non-private tour to operate is 4 people. If you reserve a tour date and we have less than 4 people sign up for the tour then we reserve the right to cancel the tour with a full refund, or convert the tour to a private guided tour (additional rates apply), or combine the tour with another tour at a different time that day, or convert the tour to a standard rental reservation (no tour guide). These options will be reviewed with the customer for their approval 24 hours before the reservation.
This self-guided, self-paced GPS audio walking tour will explore Carmel-by-the-Sea’s spectacular Scenic Road. We will walk along the bluff pathway above Carmel Beach and take in the magnificent view of Carmel Bay from Pebble Beach to Carmel Point and Point Lobos.
This tour will begin and end at the historic La Playa Carmel Hotel located at Camino Real and Eighth Avenue. Other attractions include the North Dunes Habitat Restoration Project and the Carmel Beach Overlook. We will also see the home where Clint Eastwood lived while he served as Mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea between 1986 and 1988 and learn more about his connection to Carmel as well as learn about some of Carmel’s distinctive architecture and storied past.
Welcome to the Point Lobos Beach Paradise Walking Tour, where we're about to embark on the ultimate coastal adventure. I'm your spirited tour guide, and let me just say, I am beyond stoked to have you all here with me today. Get ready for some serious fun in the sun, because we're about to explore the hidden gems of this stunning coastal paradise! First off, let me start by saying that Point Lobos is truly a slice of heaven on Earth. With its rugged cliffs, pristine sandy shores, and crystal-clear waters, this place is like a postcard come to life. Let me assure you, this ain't your average walking tour. We're diving headfirst into an action-packed adventure, where you'll get to soak up the sun!
Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App!
With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
World class private tour, completely controlled by you!
Embark on a journey to heavenly Carmel and discover the breathtaking wonders of the legendary 17-Mile Drive! Prepare for an unforgettable tour as you soar along stunning coastal cliffs, where the mighty Pacific Ocean crashes against rocky shores in a mesmerizing display of power. Marvel at the mesmerizing marriage of nature and luxury as you traverse the scenic route, passing world-renowned golf courses.
Commentary by Bill Devoe, a local legend!
This tour has been written by a local, who knows the very best spots of Santa Cruz. We have the best beach in all of Northern California, the best views, and best food and drinks available!
Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App
With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
Wander through the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea on a self-guided audio tour that reveals the town’s lesser-known stories, quirky characters, and artistic soul. You’ll stroll from gingerbread cottages to secret gardens, stopping at historic landmarks and tucked-away courtyards that define the village's charm.
From the tale of the Tuck Box to the bohemian artists who made this town their muse, each stop blends architectural curiosity with cultural history. Your journey ends just steps from the beach, making it the perfect mix of story and scenery—all at your own pace.
More than just the Monterey Bay Aquarium - discover
the Cannery Row that most visitors never see, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours and local guides who make the tales of Monterey come alive!
Journey back to the days when Monterey was "the Sardine Capital of the World" and experience the enchanting allure of the Monterey waterfront and Cannery Row, today the home of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Explore the hidden gems of Cannery Row, immerse yourself in the wonder of the bay, view playful sea otters, and walk among the buildings and iconic John Steinbeck characters from a bygone era.
Our highly rated tours provide an informative, entertaining, and fun-filled experience for every age, making your Monterey Peninsula adventure unforgettable.
This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour explores Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey California. It includes the Portola Plaza & Hotel, Custom House Plaza & Museum, the Pacific House Museum & gardens, and more.
During this tour, we will explore the Monterey's Fisherman’s Wharf and fishing industry history. You will be able to explore three museums in the Monterey State Historic Park. There will also be numerous opportunities for shopping or dining. And we will be showing you some of the filming locations for Big Little Lies season 1, including the Blue Blues Café.
This tour is ready whenever you are. It plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone’s GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which works offline. The tour begins at the Monterey History & Art Association Salvador Dali Museum also known as the Stanton Center and ends at the Pacific House Museum. There is a fee for the Salvador Dali Museum, but all three other museums are free.
