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Monterey · California · United States
Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Experience one of the most famous scenic drives in the world with a live GPS route and auto-playing narration for a complete hands-free and fully guided driving experience along the 17-Mile Drive. Simply download the app and drive hands-free like Google maps. On approaching an attraction, it’s photo pops up and you will hear its audio story, just like having a local guide sitting with you. The tour is developed by local tour guides, curated by creative writers, narrated by professional voice artists and put together using an award-winning platform. At Point Joe, stop and listen to the audio guide to learn about the European explorers that first came to this part of the coast. Later, drive past Bird Rock, where you can see Brandt's cormorants, pelicans, and California sea lions sharing the rock. At your next stop, get to see the harbor seals at Fanshell Overlook and learn about their pupping season from your guide. As you continue your drive, learn about the history of the 5000-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees and listen to the intriguing story of a 250-year-old Lone Cypress that isn't entirely alone. Finally, stop at the Lodge at Pebble Beach and rest at one of the public areas or putter around in one of the many charming shops in the area.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Discover the 17Mile Drive, one of the most famous scenic drives in the world
- From the trademark Lone Cypress Tree to the Restless Sea
- Cruise along the coast and get a glimpse of luxury mansions
- Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium and browse the ritzy boutiques
- Get access to a live GPS route and autoplaying narration for a complete handsfree
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
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 • Seal Rock Creek Beach • Fanshell Overlook • Cypress Point Lookout • The Crocker Cypress Grove • Lone Cypress • Pescadero Point • Pebble Beach
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
San Francisco
Sightseeing at Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.
Continued
Monterey
Sightseeing at Cannery Row.
Continued
Monterey
Adventures & Thrills at Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Continued
Monterey
City/Town Tour at 17 Mile Drive.
Continued
Monterey
Leisure at Pebble Beach.
Continued
Monterey
Sightseeing at Cannery Row.
Continued
Monterey
Sightseeing at Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Continued
Monterey
Sightseeing at Pebble Beach.
Continued
Monterey
Sightseeing.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey! Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews! Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories. Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned! Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi. Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use! Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely! Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours! Easy-to-use app: download the Action Tour Guide App onto your phone Unique password: access your tour on the Action Tour Guide App
Not Included
Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
What to Bring
Charged Smartphone Downloaded app Power bank
Restrictions
Device Compatibility: Devices without GPS, offline-only tablets, or older OS versions may not function properly. The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
Meeting & Pickup
The self-guided route begins at one of the following entry points. 17 Mile Drive (Monterey to Carmel)- Hoffman Park, 542 Archer St, Monterey, CA 93940. Tour Duration: 2 - 3 Hours Tour Length: 16 miles End Point: Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923 17 Mile Drive (Carmel to Monterey)- Redondo Real Trail, Northwest Carmel, CA 93923. Tour Duration: 2 - 3 Hours Tour Length: 16 miles End Point: 2041 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2024-10-01
4.00 / 5
Love the fact that you can do it on your own. It was very informative and we loved the way that it automatically started/followed along as you drive. Would have liked a notification prior to booking that part of the tour was going to cost an additional fee in Pebble Beach.
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