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San Francisco–Monterey Self-Guided Pacific Coast Audio Drive

3.4(5)Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 5 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Tripvia Tours
San Francisco–Monterey Self-Guided Pacific Coast Audio Drive

About this activity

Turn the Pacific Coast Highway between San Francisco and Monterey into a flexible, self-guided road trip. GPS-triggered stories play automatically through your smartphone as you pass Devil’s Slide, Half Moon Bay, Pescadero, Pigeon Point, Año Nuevo, Shark Fin Cove, Natural Bridges, Santa Cruz and Elkhorn Slough. Start at either end, drive in either direction, pause for viewpoints and explore on your schedule. Pigeon Point’s grounds remain open, although the lighthouse tower is closed for restoration. Download before departure; no signal is required during the tour. Transportation, parking, attraction admission, a smartphone and an in-person guide are not included.

What's included

  • ✓No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
  • ✓Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle
  • ✓Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours app
  • ✓No signal required or data used during tour
  • ✓Good mobile or WiFi connection needed for the initial download

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone or tablet
  • ✕Transportation (use your own vehicle)
  • ✕Attraction admission
  • ✕Parking fees
  • ✕In-person tour guide

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour starts at either Monterey or San Francisco, although you can start anywhere along the route. Tour experience is the same in either direction.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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