California Coast Big Sur Monterey to Los Angeles - 2 Day
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Transportation by driver guide using full size sedan car on day 1 from San Jose area and by train on day 2. This is unique way of visiting one of the most scenic areas in the U.S. The driver guide will stop at places you wish to enjoy in Santa Cruz, Monterey, Big Sur, Bixby Bridge, River Inn, Pfeiffer state park of Coastal Redwoods, Nepenthe and many other places, spending a night in Monterey (Cost of the hotel room is not included. We can pick up and drop off at any hotels in Monterey, Carmel, Salinas where you have booked on your own) and then to Los Angeles by train in two days. Comfortable seating also can enjoy dinning on the train. Option to start from San Francisco, Emeryville, Oakland to Salinas by train is available.2 days
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pick up in San Jose area
Big Sur, Bixby Bridge, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, McWay Falls by private sedan car
Coach class Coast Starlight train ticket from Monterey to Los Angeles
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel drop off in Los Angeles
Food and drinks
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Cost of the hotel room in Monterey or Carmel or Salinas
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Locations in the itinerary
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San Jose
San Jose, United StatesDriver guide will pick you up at San Jose Diridon Station at about 9:30 a.m. Driving through Silicon Valley and The Redwoods you reach the coast at Santa Cruz. Along Highway 1 you go through Aptos, Capitola, and agricultural area to Elkhorn Slough and Moss Beach. Soon you are in Castroville driving through miles of artichoke and strawberry fields. Along the coast you see sand dunes on the west and Salinas Valley with the coastal mountain range to the east. Salinas River empties into Monterey Bay. Past California State University of Monterey in what used to be Fort Ord through Marina and Seaside you reach Monterey and Carmel by 11:30. Continue on Highway One through Point Lobos to Bixby Bridge. 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Bixby Bridge
Highway 1, , Big Sur, United States, 93940Continue on Highway One through Point Lobos to Bixby Bridge. Picture taking on north side of this iconic bridge, the ocean, the islands nearby and the far horizon.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
47225 Highway 1, , Big Sur, United States, 93920-9542Hiking in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.
Far from the crowds you can enjoy a late morning hike under the Coastal Redwoods going to Pfeiffer Falls. These are easy to moderate hikes. You need walking shoes, appropriate clothing, hat and head scarf for shade from the sun.
Suggested hikes. Distances are round trip from trailhead.
A)1.4 miles. About an hour. Easy scenic hike along the Creek through finest redwood groves to a 60-foot high waterfall.
B) 2 miles – About an hour and a half. Add ½ a mile from Pfeiffer Falls. See beautiful views of Point Sur and Big Sur Valley.
C) 3 miles – About two hours. Moderate hike with more redwood groves, open oak woodlands and dry chaparral.
Depending on your choice the time spent at other stops on the trip will have to adjusted.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Big Sur
Big Sur, United StatesStop at Nepenthe Restaurant for breathtaking view of the canyons descending into the Pacific. Light lunch or coffee stop.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Carmel Plaza
Ocean Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel, United States, 93923Carmel Plaza, Carmel, California
Drive by the beach and stop at Carmel Plaza to walk around etc in this small town.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationAccommodation : Not Included
Meals : Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Monterey Airport View Location
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Any hotels and residences in CarmelView Location
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Any hotels and residences in MontereyView Location
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From Emeryville board the CAPITOL Corridor train at about 8:30 a.m. to San Jose Diridon Station, takes about and 1 hour and 10 minutes. View Location
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From Oakland board the CAPITOL Corridor train at about 8:40 a.m. to San Jose Diridon Station, takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. View Location
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65 Cahill Street, San JoseView Location
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelPlease let us know your email address for train ticket.Cancellation & Refunds
Special cancellation policy.- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 6 day before activity starts in America/Los_Angeles time to receive 100% refund.
- Cancel at least 2 day before activity starts in America/Los_Angeles time to receive 50% refund.
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