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2.5-Hour Electric Bike Tour Along 17 Mile Drive of Coastal Monterey

Overview
Legendary for it's beauty, 17-mile Drive meanders up and down the hills of Pebble Beach, past amazing mansions and it's famous golf courses.  We wind our way along the rugged coastline and through thick cypress groves, stopping at all the amazing viewpoints.  Our local guides share their knowledge of the area's unique ocean wildlife and iconic landmarks...the Lone Cypress, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Lover's Point, Asilomar Beach.

16 mi. round trip, approx 3 hrs.  Min. height 4'10"; Max. weight 350lb.

Alternating between separated bike lanes & road shared with vehicles (25 mph speed limit), we recommend "youth" riders be ages 14+ to ride solo.  Parents may book a bike for ages 12+ if their child is experienced enough to ride on a 25 mph road shared with vehicles. 

The "child" rate is for children between 40 lb. & 120 lb. riding tandem with a parent on a cargo e-bike.
City: Monterey & Carmel
Wed 11 Jun
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Starting at $59.00
Wed 11 Jun
Starting at $59.00
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What's Included
Bottled water
Gloves
E-bike
Helmet
Guide
Additional Info
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • All riders must sign a waiver
  • Minors must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian (can be signed electronically)
  • Child rate applies only when riding tandem with a paying adult
  • Minimum solo rider height: 4'10"
  • Maximum rider weight 350 lb.
  • Max tandem child weight: 120 lb.
  • Max combined rider/child tandem weight 350 lb.
  • A maximum of 25 people per booking
  • Photo I.D. required
  • Can be chilly along the Ocean, please dress appropriately
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to rain, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Minimum age, 1 year
  • Minimum age to ride solo, 12 years (younger children can ride on tandem e-bike with adult)
What To Expect
1
Asilomar State Beach
(Intermediate Tour) We start at the Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive shop, just up the hill from this beautiful beach. All sorts of fun, unexpected history surrounds this most beautiful stretch of beach. Watch surfers, snap some photos, hear the waves, smell the ocean air.
2
17-Mile Drive
We ride the ocean front section from the Pacific Grove gate to Bird Rock.
3
17-Mile Drive
(Intermediate Tour Only) We ride an 8-mile section of 17-Mile Drive...the most scenic, ocean-front parts, including the Lone Cypress
4
The Links at Spanish Bay
Ride past this epic golf course, snapping to take photos and hear a bit about it's history.
5
Spanish Bay
Enjoy this beautiful white sand beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
6
Restless Sea
Snap a photo, look for sea otters.
7
Point Joe
Stop and enjoy the view.
8
China Rock
See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit.
9
Bird Rock Vista Point
We take a restroom break here and watch sea lions play in the water. Your guide will help you identify the wildlife that you see and share some fun facts...both about the animals and the rock.
10
Seal Rock Creek beach
Enjoy the beautiful view.
11
Fanshell Overlook
(Intermediate Tour Only) Stop to look for sea otters at this beautiful lookout. Learn a bit about the Cypress Point Country Club from your guide. Note: in the Spring this stop is closed to protect the Harbor Seals pupping on the nearby beach.
12
Lone Cypress
(Intermediate Tour Only) See the 250-year-old tree that serves as the trademark for the Pebble Beach Company. Likely the subject of more photographs than any tree in the world.
13
Cypress Point Lookout
(9:30, 12:30, and 3:30 tours only) Stop to look for sea otters at this beautiful lookout. Learn a bit about the Cypress Point Country Club from your guide. On a clear day you can see the Point Sur Lighthouse in Big Sur. Note: at times this stop is closed due to events at Pebble Beach.
14
Cypress Point Golf Club
(Intermediate Tour Only) Look for the famous green at Hole #16, where golfers drive 231 yards over the Pacific Ocean to hit a small patch of grass surrounded strategically by bunkers. With it's sweeping vistas and beautiful trees, you will quickly see why this is one of the most prestigious golf courses in the world.
15
Crocker Grove
(Intermediate Tour Only) Ride through the curvy roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
16
Ghost Tree
(Intermediate Tour Only) For tours where everyone rides faster, we add this bonus stop at the end. It's views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay are amazing.
17
Pescadero Point
(Intermediate Tour Only) Adjacent to the Ghost Trees, if we have time you can walk out to this point.
18
Pebble Beach Market
(Intermediate Tour Only) This is our "nurture" stop with great coffee, gelato, and snacks. We relax at the tables overlooking Carmel Bay.
19
Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Learn a little of the history of this beautiful course as we enjoy the views of its rolling greens and sand dunes.
20
Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We ride the bike lanes here as we enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Ocean.
21
Monterey Bay Recreation Trail
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We launch our beginner's tour on this ocean-front trail shared with pedestrians.
22
Monterey Bay Aquarium
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We start our journey just a block down from the Aquarium.
23
Cannery Row
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Our launching point is the last building on this famous stretch of Monterey.
24
California Sea Otter Game Refuge
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only). As we ride along the coast of Pacific Grove, we will keep our eyes peeled for these adorable creatures. Learn why they are the apex predator in the kelp forests.
25
John Denver Memorial
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Learn about John's ties to our area and the details of his tragic passing.
26
Point Pinos Lighthouse
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Snap a picture of the oldest continually-operating lighthouse on the west coast.
27
Pacific Grove Shoreline Parkway Marine Refuge
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) This is arguably one of the most scenic stretches of coastline you'll ever get a change to see by bicycle.
28
Lovers Point
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Learn why this beautiful ride is accessible to us.
29
Lovers Point Park
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
30
Lover's Point Park
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
31
Lovers Point Beach
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
32
Berwick Park
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
33
Perkins Park
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
34
Esplanade Park
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Snap a picture of the famous Kissing Rock!
35
Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course
(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We ride for miles with the ocean on one side and this beautiful golf course on the other.
36
Cypress Point Golf Club
Look for deer grazing on the golf course of the most prestigious Country Club in the world.
37
Cypress Point Club
Look for deer grazing on the golf course of the most prestigious Country Club in the world.
38
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
One of the many beautiful golf courses that flank our ride.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (746)
fm2017770
Sep 2018
It was our first time on electric bikes and Monterey is the place for it. The tour was great, learnt many interesting facts about Monterey during the tour from a great tour guide. The scenery is just fantastic. We had a great time and will be back.
SiuYin K
Sep 2018
My 13 year old son and I enjoyed this 3+ hour tour over Labor Day weekend. This was the second time that we took an electric bike tour - and it really is a great way to take in the sights and keep a teenager engaged. We both rode the step throughs, and we are both just over 5" tall. The bikes were easy to use, the staff took great care in ensuring that everyone was looked after on the tour, and despite being a pretty cool and foggy day, kept it interesting. I would definitely suggest wearing warm weather clothing/layers and gloves if possible, as the weather in Monterey can be pretty unpredictable and is typically pretty cool and windy. Definitely worth it for $59 per rider.
CaitlinKRML
Aug 2018
The KRML 102.1 Team joined a group of visitors for the 17-Mile Drive guided tour in mid-August and we had a wonderful time! These sights were familiar for many of us, but they had never been experienced on an e-bike -- it is an experience not to miss! Breezing along on an electric bike gives you a much more exclusive and intimate experience. Everyone, tourist or local, should book their own Big Sur Adventure! Some other comments from the team: "The equipment was awesome! Loved the Rad Rover and highly recommend trying them out. Our tour guide, Johnathan was super informative about local history and some key points of interest along the 17 mile drive tour. Plus he was quite entertaining. Just because I've lived here for years doesn't mean I know a lot about the history of this area so I definitely learned some things along the tour." "From the moment I walked in, hands down some of the nicest people and best service I’ve experienced in a long time. Jonathan was a great guide, lots of great natural history and info, easy going, friendly. Dude even had snacks! The bikes are fantastic. Clean, quick, easy to use--it may be the best deal in town. We rode for 4 hours and the bike still had juice to go a few more. Worth every penny and I’ll definitely do it again. Kudos to the entire Big Sur Adventures team."

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