Family-Friendly 17-Mile Drive 2.5-hour Electric Bike Tour
Overview
Famous for its beauty, 17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. Our electric bike guided tour is a great way to see the enchanting world full of spectacular coastal views, iconic golf courses, and amazing wildlife.
You will ride from our bike shop which is located in the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa right next to the Rec Trail on historic Cannery Row. Your guide will take you to the most beautiful and historic spots in Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. You'll pass iconic landmarks such as Cannery row, The Monterey Bay Aquarium, , Lovers Point, Asilomar, Spanish Bay, Bird Rock, The Lone Cypress, and the World Famous Pebble Beach Golf Course.
Complimentary valet parking with the Monterey Plaza Hotel when you book a tour!
You will ride from our bike shop which is located in the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa right next to the Rec Trail on historic Cannery Row. Your guide will take you to the most beautiful and historic spots in Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. You'll pass iconic landmarks such as Cannery row, The Monterey Bay Aquarium, , Lovers Point, Asilomar, Spanish Bay, Bird Rock, The Lone Cypress, and the World Famous Pebble Beach Golf Course.
Complimentary valet parking with the Monterey Plaza Hotel when you book a tour!
Inclusions
- Use of electric bike.
- Use of helmet
- Parking Fees
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940-1085
Passing by the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium!
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Lovers Point, Ocean View Blvd. at 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
According to local legend, this park was originally called "Lovers of Jesus Point, " back in the era when Pacific Grove was a Methodist retreat camp.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: John Denver Memorial, 1275 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-2039
The John Denver Memorial is a sad reminder of one of the biggest tragedies in the American Music Industry with the death of John Denver who was not only known for his singing and songwriting but also known as being an environmental activist and a humanitarian. His plane crashed in Monterey Bay on October 12, 1997. The memorial is a way to celebrate his incredible legacy as you reflect upon the fantastic ocean views, a fitting tribute for the singer and songwriter. Even if you weren't a fan this location is lovely along the coast between Pacific Grove and Asilomar.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point Pinos Lighthouse, 80 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-2015
Point Pinos Lighthouse was lit on February 1, 1855, to guide ships on the Pacific Coast of California. It is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States and even the lens is original. The lighthouse is situated on the south entrance to the Monterey Bay which makes this a great place to scan the horizon for migrating whales!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Asilomar State Beach, 800 Asilomar Blvd South of Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3704
Asilomar State Beach "Refuge by the Sea" is Pacific Groves largest beach and stretches one-mile and is made up of rocky coves and a few sandy areas. The beach is popular with surfers, kayakers, dog walkers, and offers beautiful views and walking trails. Asilomar State Beach is part of the Asilomar Marine Reserve due to its rich ecosystem and biodiversity, fishing is prohibited.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 17-Mile Drive, Monterey, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Links at Spanish Bay, 2700 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-2668
Enjoy this beautiful white sand beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point Joe, 17 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 5, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Point Joe is the 5th point on 17-Mile Drive. Its coastline is made of Granite rocks formed 65 million years back and it gives this coastline a rugged look. The place had several shipwrecks in history due to its rocky shares and its location near to Monterey Bay. The place has ample parking and sitting benches to relax. There are several information boards to read about the place. About the origin of the name Point Joe, there is debate over that for years now. Some historians believe that there was a Chinese man who lived in a driftwood structure here in the early 1900's that sold goods to explorers. It is unclear whether Point Joe was named for the Chinese man or if the man was named after the location. A great place to look out for everyones favorite marine mammal the Souther Sea Otter.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: China Rock, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 6, Pebble Beach, CA
See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bird Rock Vista Point, Bird Rock Rd, Pebble Beach, CA
We take a restroom break here and watch sea lions play in the water. View several different sea bird species and rafting sea otters. Your guide will help you identify the wildlife that you see and share some fun facts...both about the animals and the rock.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fanshell Overlook, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 9, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cypress Point Lookout, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 10, Pebble Beach, CA
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Crocker Grove, 3158 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 11, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-3605
Ride through the curvy roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ghost Tree, 3283 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 13, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-3610
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pebble Beach Golf Links, 1700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
This will be the longest stop of the tour where guest our free to roam on their own for about 30 minutes. Take in the beauty of Still Water Cove, learn about the golf history and the course, get you a souvenir, or just sit and relax with a snack and warm beverage.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: 17-Mile Drive, Monterey, CA 93953
On our return trip we will retrace our ride back through 17 mile drive and back up the coast without any stops.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940-1085
Passing by the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium!
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Lovers Point, Ocean View Blvd. at 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
According to local legend, this park was originally called "Lovers of Jesus Point, " back in the era when Pacific Grove was a Methodist retreat camp.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: John Denver Memorial, 1275 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-2039
The John Denver Memorial is a sad reminder of one of the biggest tragedies in the American Music Industry with the death of John Denver who was not only known for his singing and songwriting but also known as being an environmental activist and a humanitarian. His plane crashed in Monterey Bay on October 12, 1997. The memorial is a way to celebrate his incredible legacy as you reflect upon the fantastic ocean views, a fitting tribute for the singer and songwriter. Even if you weren't a fan this location is lovely along the coast between Pacific Grove and Asilomar.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point Pinos Lighthouse, 80 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-2015
Point Pinos Lighthouse was lit on February 1, 1855, to guide ships on the Pacific Coast of California. It is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States and even the lens is original. The lighthouse is situated on the south entrance to the Monterey Bay which makes this a great place to scan the horizon for migrating whales!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Asilomar State Beach, 800 Asilomar Blvd South of Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3704
Asilomar State Beach "Refuge by the Sea" is Pacific Groves largest beach and stretches one-mile and is made up of rocky coves and a few sandy areas. The beach is popular with surfers, kayakers, dog walkers, and offers beautiful views and walking trails. Asilomar State Beach is part of the Asilomar Marine Reserve due to its rich ecosystem and biodiversity, fishing is prohibited.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 17-Mile Drive, Monterey, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Links at Spanish Bay, 2700 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-2668
Enjoy this beautiful white sand beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point Joe, 17 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 5, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Point Joe is the 5th point on 17-Mile Drive. Its coastline is made of Granite rocks formed 65 million years back and it gives this coastline a rugged look. The place had several shipwrecks in history due to its rocky shares and its location near to Monterey Bay. The place has ample parking and sitting benches to relax. There are several information boards to read about the place. About the origin of the name Point Joe, there is debate over that for years now. Some historians believe that there was a Chinese man who lived in a driftwood structure here in the early 1900's that sold goods to explorers. It is unclear whether Point Joe was named for the Chinese man or if the man was named after the location. A great place to look out for everyones favorite marine mammal the Souther Sea Otter.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: China Rock, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 6, Pebble Beach, CA
See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bird Rock Vista Point, Bird Rock Rd, Pebble Beach, CA
We take a restroom break here and watch sea lions play in the water. View several different sea bird species and rafting sea otters. Your guide will help you identify the wildlife that you see and share some fun facts...both about the animals and the rock.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fanshell Overlook, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 9, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cypress Point Lookout, 17 Mile Drive Stop Number 10, Pebble Beach, CA
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Crocker Grove, 3158 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 11, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-3605
Ride through the curvy roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ghost Tree, 3283 17 Mile Dr Stop Number 13, Pebble Beach, CA 93953-3610
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pebble Beach Golf Links, 1700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
This will be the longest stop of the tour where guest our free to roam on their own for about 30 minutes. Take in the beauty of Still Water Cove, learn about the golf history and the course, get you a souvenir, or just sit and relax with a snack and warm beverage.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: 17-Mile Drive, Monterey, CA 93953
On our return trip we will retrace our ride back through 17 mile drive and back up the coast without any stops.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
RobbieManDad
February 2023
The bike tour we did from Cannery Row throughPacific Grove and then to Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive was an exceptional experience that offers an amazing mix of history, architecture, scenery, and wildlife! You'll start your journey in Cannery Row, which was once the heart of the sardine ca...
The bike tour we did from Cannery Row throughPacific Grove and then to Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive was an exceptional experience that offers an amazing mix of history, architecture, scenery, and wildlife! You'll start your journey in Cannery Row, which was once the heart of the sardine canning industry and is now a vibrant and lively hub of restaurants, shops, and attractions. From there, you'll pedal along the stunning Pacific Grove shoreline, taking in sweeping ocean views and admiring the unique architecture that characterizes this charming town. Lovers point was my personal favorite and the kids loved the whole thing. As you continue the bike tour through Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive, you'll be treated to some of the most breathtaking scenery that the California coast has to offer. From the world-famous golf courses to the stunning cliffs and beaches, there is something to see at every turn. Our knowledgeable guide shared fascinating stories about the area's history and culture, and you'll have the opportunity to spot a wide variety of wildlife, from harbor seals, sea lions and otters to majestic whales and a range of bird species. Our guide knew everything there was to know about the animals. This bike tour is a must-do activity for anyone looking to explore the beauty of California's central coast. Overall, this electric bike tour from Cannery Row to Pacific Grove and then to Pebble Beach and the 17 Mile Drive was a unique and unforgettable experience that offers something for everyone. Whether you're a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply someone who loves exploring new places, this tour is sure to leave you with lasting memories. With its mix of stunning scenery, fascinating history, and incredible wildlife sightings, this bike tour is a five-star experience that you won't want to miss!DHeatherMagg
January 2023
We called and signed up for a tour last minute as they didnt have anything scheduled and boy we are glad they squeezed us in for this ride! It was wet out and a bit cold but seeing the massive waves smash against the dramatic shoreline was something we wont soon forget. Was definitely an advent...
We called and signed up for a tour last minute as they didnt have anything scheduled and boy we are glad they squeezed us in for this ride! It was wet out and a bit cold but seeing the massive waves smash against the dramatic shoreline was something we wont soon forget. Was definitely an adventure that we would do again!31karanb
January 2023
Some really cool swag here. If you like riding, should stop by and get yourself one of their rad t-shirts. Awesome customer service as well
Some really cool swag here. If you like riding, should stop by and get yourself one of their rad t-shirts. Awesome customer service as welltheotherothermouse
July 2022
Great Ride with a very informative guide! truly one of the best ways to experience the sights and sounds of the monterey peninsula! The Bikes were a breeze as well, easy to pick up and a very smooth ride.
Great Ride with a very informative guide! truly one of the best ways to experience the sights and sounds of the monterey peninsula! The Bikes were a breeze as well, easy to pick up and a very smooth ride.jorgegS3530PW
July 2022
It was the best tour ever! Dylan was super informative and showed me around the 17 mile drive. Definitely would recommend.
It was the best tour ever! Dylan was super informative and showed me around the 17 mile drive. Definitely would recommend.Treypalmer090
July 2022
The tour was awesome. I went with my family and has a wonderful time. Very beautiful and relaxing would definitely recommend to anyone in town.
The tour was awesome. I went with my family and has a wonderful time. Very beautiful and relaxing would definitely recommend to anyone in town.