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A rocky coastline with large boulders and waves crashing against them. 1
A lighthouse with a white exterior and green trim, surrounded by a white fence and various trees. 3
A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky outcrop, a solitary tree, and a view of the ocean and distant hills. 4
A waterfront with wooden walkways and buildings. 5
By Action Tour Guide

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very Good
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,721 per traveler
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 365d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Experience one of America’s most scenic drives
    • Visit exclusive, picture-perfect beaches
    • Admire beautiful seaside mansions
    • Snap a photo of the ultra-iconic Lone Cypress
    • Enhance your drive with local legends, history and fun facts

Activity location

  • 17-Mile Drive
    • Monterey County
    • 93940, Monterey, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 17 Mile Drive (Carmel to Monterey)
    • Redondo Real Trail
    • 93923, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States of America

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Tour

  • Activity duration is 365 days365d
    365d
  • English

Experience the beauty of the Scenic 17-Mile Driving Tour, a mesmerizing journey spanning 23 miles that can be completed in 2-4 hours.

Embark on a captivating journey through the 17 Mile Drive with our self-guided driving audio tour! Cruise at your leisure, exploring the iconic Lone Cypress, marveling at Seal Rock, and soaking in the vistas of Spanish Bay. Experience the enchantment of this legendary coastal stretch to its fullest.

This is a self-guided Driving audio tour of 17 Mile Drive. Entrance tickets to 17 Mile Drive are not included and must be purchased separately.

Please note that the total rate shown factors in the price of tour entrance fees that will be paid in person upon your arrival at the tour. Action Tour Guide does not collect payments for or provide entrance passes, only the self-guided tour. The tour included in this has an entrance fee of $13.00 per vehicle; hence, the $27.99 fee paid at the activity.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Price details
P 921.59 x 1 TravelerP 921.59
Paid at activityP 799.24
Total
Price is P 1,720.83

Central California Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

  • Activity duration is 365 days365d
    365d
  • English

Discover Central California with our Travel Bundle! This package includes self-guided driving and walking tours of Pacific Coast Highway, 17 Mile Drive, Big Sur, Yosemite Valley Floor, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park, and San Luis Obispo (Bonus). Enjoy these iconic locations at your own pace, over weekends, months, or the entire year, with all tours valid forever. Purchase one tour per car and enjoy commentary along the way.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Language options: English
Price details
P 1,843.79 x 1 TravelerP 1,843.79
Total
Price is P 1,843.79

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Inclusions
    Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Inclusions
    Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Inclusions
    Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Inclusions
    Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Inclusions
    Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Inclusions
    Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
  • Inclusions
    Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App
  • Exclusions
    Admission tickets to 17-Mile Drive
  • Exclusions
    Food/Drinks

Know before you book

    • Enjoy a flexible, self-guided experience with the Action Tour Guide app—your audio narrator, GPS-enabled map, and tour guide all in one, so you can explore at your own pace.
    • A vehicle is required for this driving tour. You only need to purchase one tour per vehicle, not per person, making it easy for everyone in your group to listen together.
    • This is a self-guided walking tour. Please purchase one tour per person for the best experience. Couples may share a device using headphones, so be sure to bring your own headphones or earbuds for comfortable listening along the way.
    • After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to download the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access your tour. Download the tour in advance for the best experience.
    • Explore with stories created by local experts, professional writers, and experienced narrators that bring each destination’s history, culture, and landmarks to life.
    • Discover more with animated videos at select stops, helping you visualize historic events, hidden interiors, changing landscapes, and other details that may not be visible today.
    • Enjoy lifetime access with no expiry. Once unlocked, your tour is yours to use anytime, on future trips, and as many times as you like.

What you can expect

  • This is not an entrance ticket to Scenic 17-Mile Drive. Check opening hours before your visit.

    Explore the famous 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey with a self-guided driving 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.

    After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter the password, and download the tour while you have WiFi or cell service. Once downloaded, the tour works offline, allowing you to enjoy the experience without an internet connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

    New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

    Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

    Points of Interest along the 17 Mile Drive:

    • Fisherman's Wharf
    • Cannery Row
    • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    • Lovers Point Park
    • The Kissing Rock
    • Point Pinos Lighthouse
    • Asilomar State Beach
    • 17 Mile Drive
    • Spanish Bay
    • Point Joe
    • China Rock
    • Bird Rock
    • Seal Rock Creek Beach
    • Fanshell Overlook
    • Cypress Point Lookout
    • The Crocker Cypress Grove
    • Lone Cypress
    • Pescadero Point
    • Pebble Beach
    • Pebble Beach Overlook
    • Stillwater Cove

    Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

    • This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
    • The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
    • You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
    • New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
    • Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
    • If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

Location

Activity location

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    17-Mile Drive
    • Monterey County
    • 93940, Monterey, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    17 Mile Drive (Carmel to Monterey)
    • Redondo Real Trail
    • 93923, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States of America
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    17 Mile Drive (Carmel to Monterey)
    • 542 Archer Street
    • 93940, Monterey, California, United States of America