Pacific Coast Highway: San Francisco to Monterey Tour
About The Tour
Explore the Pacific Coast Highway the Shaka Guide way! Enjoy the best beaches, scenic views, and trails as we take on Highway 1 between San Francisco and Monterey. And we’ll stop in Santa Cruz for some old-fashioned fun at the beach and boardwalk. Here are just a few of the fun ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Walk the scenic Devil's Slide Trail for sweeping coastal views.
• Visit Año Nuevo State Park to see one of California's largest elephant seal populations.
• Explore the beaches, shops, and restaurants of Half Moon Bay.
• Experience the classic rides and attractions at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
• Stroll along the Santa Cruz Wharf and watch for sea lions and marine wildlife.
Sample Tour Audio
Three Princes and Their Surfboards
I Haven't the Foggiest
Pirates in Monterey Bay
Tour Stops
Ano Nuevo State Park
Moss Landing State Beach
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Wharf
West Cliff Drive
Natural Bridges State Beach
Shark Fin Cove
Cotoni Coast Dairies
Taco Bell Cantina and Pacifica Beach
Pigeon Point Lighthouse
San Gregorio State Beach
Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail
Half Moon Bay Main Street
Pillar Point Harbor
JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Gray Whale Cove State Beach
Devil's Slide Trail
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Souky Farih | 11 hours ago | iOSWhat Are the Best Places to Stop on the Pacific Coast Highway?
Some of the most popular stops on this section of the Pacific Coast Highway include the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Half Moon Bay, Devil’s Slide Trail, Shark Fin Cove, Año Nuevo State Park, West Cliff Drive, and the Santa Cruz Wharf. These locatio...
Show MoreWhat Are the Best Places to Stop on the Pacific Coast Highway?
Some of the most popular stops on this section of the Pacific Coast Highway include the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Half Moon Bay, Devil’s Slide Trail, Shark Fin Cove, Año Nuevo State Park, West Cliff Drive, and the Santa Cruz Wharf. These locations offer scenic coastal views, beaches, walking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and classic California attractions.
What Are the Best Things to Do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz is one of the most popular destinations along the route. Visitors can enjoy the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, stroll along the Santa Cruz Wharf, explore West Cliff Drive, visit local beaches, and enjoy the city’s restaurants, shops, and a...
Show MoreWhat Are the Best Things to Do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz is one of the most popular destinations along the route. Visitors can enjoy the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, stroll along the Santa Cruz Wharf, explore West Cliff Drive, visit local beaches, and enjoy the city’s restaurants, shops, and attractions.
Where Can You Find Wildlife on the Pacific Coast Highway?
Wildlife viewing opportunities along the route include elephant seals, sea otters, seabirds, migrating monarch butterflies, and other marine life along the California coast. Año Nuevo State Park is one of the most popular wildlife viewing destinat...
Show MoreWhere Can You Find Wildlife on the Pacific Coast Highway?
Wildlife viewing opportunities along the route include elephant seals, sea otters, seabirds, migrating monarch butterflies, and other marine life along the California coast. Año Nuevo State Park is one of the most popular wildlife viewing destinations on the tour.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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