Top Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours

Q: What are the best options for Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours are: 17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey Sunset Whale Watch Tour in Monterey Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay Monterey State Historic Park and Fisherman’s Wharf: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Off the Beaten Path in Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours are: Afternoon Half-day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour Morning Half Day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour Big Sur Sightseeing Tour Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Private Tour Big Sur McWay Falls California Coast Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive Carmel Valley Wine Tour's Premium Package Afternoon Half-day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour 3-Hour Monterey, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours include Hotel Pickup: Private Tour Big Sur McWay Falls California Coast Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive Afternoon Half-day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour Morning Half Day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour Big Sur Sightseeing Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Monterey & Carmel?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Monterey & Carmel are: Monterey & Carmel Luxury & Special Occasions Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours Monterey & Carmel Tours & Sightseeing Monterey & Carmel Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Monterey & Carmel Boat Tours View all tour styles in Monterey & Carmel →

17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Your guide will take you …More

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17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Your guide will take you...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Carmel-By-The-Sea Electric Bike Guided 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 …More

4.9 (84)

Carmel-By-The-Sea Electric Bike Guided 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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop …More

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Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Monterey Bay is one of the greatest places in the world to find whales and with the added bonus of a sunset viewing in the …More

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Sunset Whale Watch Tour in Monterey

Monterey Bay is one of the greatest places in the world to find whales and with the added bonus of a sunset viewing in the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and …More

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Monterey Whale Watching Tour

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey …More

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Monterey Bay Whale Watching

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind …More

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Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected …More

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Whale Watching Tour Monterey California

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an …More

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Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike, where the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula unfolds around you. This self-guided GPS eBike tour allows …More

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17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey

Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike, where the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula unfolds around you. This self-guided GPS eBike tour allows...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the …More

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Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of …More

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built …More

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Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Myths, Legends and Tales of Old Monterey

Discover the Real Monterey! Visit historic sites and adobes and hear fascinating tales of the people and events of Old Mexican California's Capitol. Skip the …More

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Myths, Legends and Tales of Old Monterey

Discover the Real Monterey! Visit historic sites and adobes and hear fascinating tales of the people and events of Old Mexican California's Capitol. Skip the...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Cannery Row: Sardines, Steinbeck and Sea Otters

Cannery Row is more than just the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Explore the Cannery Row that most visitors never see, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours …More

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Cannery Row: Sardines, Steinbeck and Sea Otters

Cannery Row is more than just the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Explore the Cannery Row that most visitors never see, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours...

120 to 135 minutes Free Cancellation

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Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

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 …More

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Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

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...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monterey with our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide and haunted …More

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Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monterey with our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide and haunted...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

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 …More

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

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...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone …More

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Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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PCH: Big Sur Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Morro Bay

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone can listen together! Experience the iconic Big Sur road trip with a self-guided driving audio tour! …More

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PCH: Big Sur Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Morro Bay

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone can listen together! Experience the iconic Big Sur road trip with a self-guided driving audio tour!...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours Tours?

Which Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours have Free Cancellation?

Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Monterey & Carmel Luxury Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Monterey & Carmel trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Monterey & Carmel?