Get the most of your exploration of the coast by stopping at local and legendary spots.

Day 1 - Pick up in San Francisco - Head south along Coastal Highway 1 - Stop for views of the Pigeon Point Lighthouse - Enjoy a walk along the beaches in Santa Cruz - Continue on to Monterey and spend the afternoon at the Monterey Bay Aquarium or ride a bike down the coastal bike path - Grab dinner at one of the many delicious restaurants or cafes downtown.

Day 2 - Drive along world famous 17-mile drive - Stop at Pebble Beach to check out the immaculate greens - Enjoy the phenomenal views of the jagged Big Sur Coastline - Stop at the eclectic Nepenthe Cafe for an incredible view of the Pacific - Visit Sea Lion Rookeries - Take a tour of Hearst Castle, hike along the breath-taking beaches, or kayak in the protected bays - Enjoy an evening stroll and dinner at your leisure in charming downtown Cambria.

Day 3 - Explore the Danish town of Solvang - Take in the views of the Santa Ynez Valley and the vineyards that cover the hillsides -Go back in time to the California gold rush by visiting a historic stage coach stop hidden in the mountains - Wander through downtown Santa Barbara to the beautiful beaches - Relax on a scenic train ride that brings you to downtown Los Angeles!

Prepare yourself to make memories that will last a lifetime as you travel down the scenic California Coast!

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You will love our California Coastal Tour Itinerary! We leave you ample time to explore the incredible sites along the Coast, but also the World famous Monterey Bay Aquarium! A visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium will leave you in awe of the spectacular beauty and biology that lives under the water just beyond the land we are driving down. If you prefer to skip the Monterey Bay Aquarium, plenty of options are available for you. The extensive Coastal Recreation Trail provides an amazing chance to ride a bike, rollerblade, or just stroll around Cannery Row, all the way down to the entrance of the world famous Spanish Bay Golf Course. Whether you want to pedal along for miles and get some exercise, or take in the jaw-dropping views, there is plenty to do in Monterey for the afternoon.

We can also arrange an audio tour around historic Monterey Path of History. First thing on day two, you will experience the impeccable greens of the world-renown Pebble Beach Golf Course. We will drive a large portion of 17-mile drive and see where incredible golf courses meet incredible views. In case you haven't taken your camera out enough, prepare the wide-angle lens for the dramatic Big Sur Coastline as we drive South on Highway 1. Highway 1 is where the mountains meet the sea and it will take your breath away. We stop at our favorite spot, Nepenthe's, for a quick cup of coffee, the incredible view from the deck and a gander through the funky Phoenix gift shop where you can find local arts and crafts. We pass by the Elephant Seal Rookeries and will absolutely give you time to witness those. The beaches south of Big Sur are rich in marine biology.

Once we finish our amazing morning down the best part of Coastal Highway 1, you will have a chance to tour Hearst Castle. The opulent estate is incredible and spending a few hours there in the afternoon is well worth it! If castle-touring isn't your thing, we can arrange an evening of kayaking and dinner on the beach! Just south of Cambria is Morro Bay which is filled with calm coves and a sand-dune beach. Our friends at Central Coast Outdoors will take you on the paddle of a lifetime! Get up close and personal with the Coastal wildlife California has to offer.

Following our night in Cambria, we will wake up early and head inland for awhile in order for you to see the incredible wine country of the Paso Robles are. Have you seen Sideways? This is where much of the movie takes place! Hopefully we'll have a chance to stop at a few wineries and perhaps even an old stagecoach stop before we get to Santa Barbara. Once in Santa Barbara, we will give you your ticket for the scenic train to Los Angeles, Anaheim or San Diego and bid you farewell! If you choose to stay in Santa Barbara, we will help you arrange a hotel. Should you want to head back up to San Francisco with us, we will gladly give you a ride!

Our Coastal California Tour Itinerary

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