Big Sur Tours & Trips
Ready to drive California's most scenic stretch of coast? Big Sur runs roughly 90 miles along Highway 1 between Carmel and San Simeon, with dramatic cliffs dropping into the Pacific, redwood forests, and beaches with crashing waves. Bixby Bridge is the iconic photo, McWay Falls drops onto beach, and Pfeiffer Beach sometimes has purple sand. The drive itself is slow, but that's the point.
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- Women-only 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine small group tour
- PRIVATE TOUR 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine
- Big Sur Coast Bike Tour
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks featuring San Diego and California’s Central Coast (San Diego, CA to Los Angeles, CA) (2026)
- USA - California Express - 3 days
- California Express - 3 Days
- Road Trip California: Golden Gate Meets Hollywood Hills
- Road Trip California: Golden Gate Meets Hollywood Hills
- California Classics
- Best of Cali Express - 3 days
Head north from the Golden Gate Bridge through the Marin Coast to Big Sur, stopping at Hog Island Oyster Co. for fresh oysters and Heidrun Meadery to try artisan meads. Stay at The Inn at the Tides in Bodega Bay and Cottages on River Road, with a VIP Chef's Table lunch at Capo Creek Winery.
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
- US$3,995
Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge with views of Alcatraz, paddle a starlit bioluminescent kayak tour in Tomales Bay, and bike through Russian River Valley vineyards with tastings at small wineries around Big Sur region. Fresh oysters at Hog Island Oyster Co., a VIP Chef's Table lunch at Capo Creek Winery, and mead samples at Heidrun Meadery in Sausalito are all part of the plan. Soak in geothermal springs at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and stay at riverside Cottages on River Road in Guerneville.
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
- US$3,995
Cyclists tackle Big Sur's most spectacular sections on this premium tour. Overnight at Fernwood Resort, climb 5,315 feet of elevation to Ragged Point, and enjoy guided hikes in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Approx. $680 per day includes meals and support.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Jose, Carmel, Big Sur, San Simeon, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Bicycle Adventures From
- US$4,748
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks featuring San Diego and California’s Central Coast (San Diego, CA to Los Angeles, CA) (2026)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelersThis coastal trip hits Big Sur's best spots, staying at Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach and enjoying wine tasting lunch at a Paso Robles vineyard. Walk among giant sequoias at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to see the General Sherman and General Grant trees, check out Old Mission Santa Barbara's Spanish colonial architecture, and cruise San Diego Bay past sea lions and Navy ships.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Pismo Beach, Paso Robles Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $4,399
8% Off- US$4,049You save $350
The iconic 17-Mile stretch curves along Big Sur's dramatic coastline. Pacific views astound before exploring Carmel's artistic community, former home to Clint Eastwood.
Duration 3 days Destinations Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Solvang, Carmel, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
8% Off- US$979
California Express - 3 Days
187 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip is very good. We need more time to stop.”
Eduardo, traveled in March
The legendary Big Sur coastline and epic Route 1 views await during seasonal itineraries. Summer tours feature extended coastal driving, while winter routes include Monterey's Cannery Row. Quality hotels and professional guides ensure comfort throughout.
No departure dates availableDuration 3 days Destinations Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations
No departure dates availableDuration 15 days Destinations San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Solvang, Santa Barbara, Malibu, Los Angeles Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in Only: German Operator journaway DACH
















