Smartphone Driving Tour between Santa Maria & Monterey 'Big Sur'
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Things to know
About the Activity
Connect your smartphone to your vehicle's stereo and listen to a tour guide while you drive Big Sur! Follow the suggested route along the Pacific Coast Highway, one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Santa Maria & Monterey. Tour experience is the same in either direction. Pass over the incredible Bixby Bridge, visit San Luis Obiso's Bubblegum Alley, check out Morro Rock & the famous Hearst Castle. We'll point out must-see sights, state parks, tourist attractions and recreation areas and give a historical overview of the area and its original inhabitants. With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and explore. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive. No data is used during the tour. This audio guide will keep your group entertained and engaged! Most points of interest also have a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 17,000+ happy customers.4 hours to 5 hours
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Instant Confirmation
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
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.
No signal required or data used during tour
Good mobile or WiFi connection needed for the initial download
**Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Attraction Tickets
Smartphone or tablet
Transportation (use your own vehicle)
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Locations in the itinerary
Santa Maria(Pass By)
Santa Maria, United StatesThe city we’re just to the north of now, Santa Maria, was actually called ‘Central City’ originally. In 1885, it adopted the name Santa Maria.View LocationOceano Dunes Natural Preserve(Pass By)
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View LocationSanta Barbara Wine Region(Pass By)
597 Avenue of the Flags, Suite 102, Buellton, United States, 93427-9759This region has a rich wine-making history dating back to 1782 when Father Junipero Serra, a Spanish Roman Catholic missionary, brought grape vines from Mexico to California and planted them here.
View LocationArroyo Grande(Pass By)
Arroyo Grande, United StatesWe'll tell you about the Spanish settlers who were determined to make Arroyo Grande a prosperous ranch and farm community as the land features a rich environmental ecosystem.
View LocationGrover Beach(Pass By)
Grover Beach, United StatesThe name was not always Grover Beach. D.W. Grover first gave the town the name ‘The Town of Grover.’ The rather peculiar name lasted until 1959, when the town residents finally voted to change it… to something even more peculiar.... View LocationPismo Beach(Pass By)
Pismo Beach, United StatesThe name ‘Pismo’ comes from the Chumash language and translates to tar.. And guess what, there are tar-springs nearby! View LocationNow if you’re into Monarch butterflies, Pismo Beach is the place to be!
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Montana de Oro State Park(Pass By)
3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos, United States, 93402-4103The oceanside park, Montana De Oro, a State Park that features seven miles of shoreline, streams, canyons and hills, providing nature-lovers with plenty of activities in a pristine setting.
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Starting point
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The tour starts at either Santa Maria or Monterey, although you can start anywhere along the route.
The specific point for Santa Maria is Highway 101 at E Betteravia Road.View Location
End point
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The tour stops at either Santa Maria or Monterey, although you can start anywhere along the route.
The specific point for Monterey is the Pacific Coast Highway #101 and Highway 68, the Monterey Salines Highway.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Printed 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 hotelThanks for booking the between Santa Maria & Monterey "Big Sur" audio driving tour! **HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR** Tour Code PACH75 1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you're reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia. 2. Open the app and find the tour you booked 3. Enter tour code PACH75. 4. Tap 'download tour', ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process. 5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works. 6. Enjoy your tour! Help → info@tripvia.tours | 1-866-874-7842Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Los_Angeles time to receive 100% refund.
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