Private Tour of Hearst Castle, Big Sur, Monterey & Carmel from San Francisco
Overview
2-Day Big Sur, Monterey & Carmel Getaway with Hearst Castle – Coastal Wonders & Hidden Gems
Escape on a magical 2-day journey through California’s most breathtaking coastal wonders! This all-inclusive private tour features Big Sur’s majestic cliffs and redwoods, the iconic Hearst Castle (tickets included), and unforgettable stops in charming Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and along the 17-Mile Drive.
Unlike rushed day trips, this relaxing overnight adventure includes hotel accommodation and lets you explore scenic Highway 1, Santa Cruz, Half Moon Bay, San Simeon, Cambria, and secret coastal gems at your own pace.
Enjoy guided walks, sweeping ocean vistas, hidden beaches, and historic landmarks—all in the comfort of a luxury vehicle with your own expert local guide. Ideal for couples, families, and all nature lovers.
✨ Private, flexible, and worry-free—this is the coastal California road trip of a lifetime!
What's Included
- One tour inside Hearst Castle + 1 night hotel included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio
- Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that
- Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
Meeting and Pickup
Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’s Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town , Chinatown, . Other location maybe added as well
What To Expect
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Hearst Castle
16 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town, Chinatown, Sausalito. Other location maybe added as well
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- One tour inside Hearst Castle + 1 night hotel included.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio.
- Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles.
- Meals.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that.
- Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Hearst Castle, Big Sur, Monterey & Carmel from San Francisco is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Hearst Castle, Big Sur, Monterey & Carmel from San Francisco will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- One tour inside Hearst Castle + 1 night hotel included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio
- Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles
- Meals
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that
- Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town, Chinatown, Sausalito. Other location maybe added as well
