Charges
$169 per person — Weekdays (Mon–Thu)
$189 per person — Weekends & Peak Season
Peak season includes Fridays–Sundays, March–October, and major holidays.
What’s Included
Small-group tour (limited to 8–12 guests)
Luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter transportation
Pickup from selected South Bay hotels
Monterey, 17-Mile Drive & Carmel-by-the-Sea
Professional driver-guide (English / Chinese available)
Not Included
17-Mile Drive entrance fee
Meals and personal expenses
Optional Monterey Bay Scenic Cruise
Gratuities (recommended)
Optional Add-On
Monterey Bay Scenic Cruise: + $49 per person
Our Signature Coastal Experience
- 17-Mile Drive – Lone Cypress
- Pebble Beach Coastline
- Monterey Cannery Row
- Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf
This is our featured one-day tour and the signature experience offered by Golden Bridge Tours.
Designed for travelers who want to experience California’s iconic coastline and a classic seaside town within a single, well-structured day, this tour combines the world-famous 17-Mile Drive with relaxed free time in the historic coastal town of Monterey.
The itinerary is thoughtfully paced to balance scenic driving, sightseeing, and leisure time—allowing guests to enjoy dramatic ocean views in the morning and a charming town atmosphere in the afternoon.
Guests travel in licensed Mercedes minibuses, ensuring a premium small-group experience throughout the journey.
Key Highlights
Optional Harbor Cruise Experience (Weather-Dependent)
For guests who wish to enhance their coastal experience, an optional Monterey Harbor Scenic Cruise is available as an upgrade.
This relaxed 60–90 minute harbor cruise takes place within Monterey Bay, offering beautiful coastal views and frequent sightings of sea lions and seabirds. The cruise is designed to be calm and comfortable, making it suitable for most travelers, including seniors and first-time visitors.
Participation in the cruise is entirely optional.
Guests who do not select the cruise will enjoy additional leisure time in Monterey Town, allowing for a more relaxed afternoon at Cannery Row or Fisherman’s Wharf.
Key Notes:
- Duration: approximately 60–90 minutes
- Operated by a licensed local boat operator
- Advance reservation required
- Subject to weather and sea conditions
Scenic coastal drive along 17-Mile Drive
- The iconic Lone Cypress tree
- Pacific Ocean viewpoints and rugged rocky shoreline
- Pebble Beach coastal landscapes
- Free time in Monterey Town for dining, strolling, and shopping
- Optional visit to Cannery Row or Fisherman’s Wharf
17-Mile Drive – Coastal Heritage
17-Mile Drive is one of California’s most celebrated scenic routes, located on the Monterey Peninsula. Originally developed in the late 19th century, the drive showcases dramatic coastline, wind-shaped cypress trees, and sweeping ocean views, passing through the renowned Pebble Beach resort community.
Monterey Town – History & Seaside Charm
Monterey is one of California’s most historic coastal towns and once served as the capital of Alta California. Today, it offers a relaxed seaside atmosphere with historic streets, oceanfront walkways, Cannery Row, and Fisherman’s Wharf.
17-Mile Drive & Monterey Small Group Day Tour
From South Bay