Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour
Description
The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop is situated on the Rec Trail in the historic Cannery Row of the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. Along the way, you'll pass well-known public monuments including the Spanish Bay, Lovers Point, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and depending on your riding style and pauses, The Lone Cypress and the renowned Pebble Beach Golf Course. which all include complimentary entry. Four participants are required for a non-private tour to take place. We have the option to change your reservation to a regular self-guided rental, cancel the tour and give you a complete refund, or combine it with another at an other time or day. We will go over these alternatives with you and get your approval 24 hours prior to the reservation. For parties of 1 or greater than 10, with dogs or children, or any other special requests, please call to inquire and book.
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Our shop is located on end of the spot that used be booming with fishing and canning activity mid 1900's. Our ride commences here along a 10mph straight, flat, paved recreation trail exclusive to bikes and pedestrians, giving you a chance to acclimate to your e-bike.
Passing by the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium!
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.
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. Admission to the memorial is free.
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. 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! Potential bathroom stop here at the edge of PG Golf Course.
Asilomar State Beach aka "Refuge by the Sea" is Pacific Grove's largest beach stretching one mile and is comprised of rocky coves. The beach is popular with surfers, kayakers and dog walkers, and it offers beautiful views and walking trails. It is part of the Asilomar Marine Reserve due to its rich ecosystem and biodiversity; fishing is prohibited.
All sorts of fun, unexpected history surrounds this most beautiful stretch of coastline. Watch surfers, check out amazing beach homes and mansions, hear the waves, and smell the ocean air.
Gaze upon the youngest of the golf courses and the second of the 2 lodges in Pebble Beach. Enjoy this beautiful white sand Moss Beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
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. 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 everyone's favorite marine mammal, the Souther Sea Otter.
See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit. Potential for tide-pooling together, depending on the tide and waves.
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 about the animals and the rock.
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.
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 30 miles away.
Ride through the curvy roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
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.
For tours where everyone rides faster, we add this bonus stop. Its views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay are amazing.
Awe in the beauty of Carmel Bay at the 18th hole behind The Lodge, learn about the golf history, purchase a souvenir at your own expense, take your own photos or our guide will be happy to snap a few at no extra expense. No additional charge to explore the Lodge.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Different types of travelers (Riders/Passengers) MUST be booked separately. Passengers must ride with another rider in your party. Our guides and staff do not carry passengers. Please state the "lead traveler" name if you do multiple bookings, or just contact us.
- For parties smaller than 4 or larger than 10, we may be able to accommodate you, but we reserve the right to modify your booking. Contact us for the conditions.
- For any special requests, questions or concerns, please contact our shop.
- We have private tour options for families and corporations. If you would like a special combo of e-bikes, a customized route, time, location, incorporate food stops, or simply keep it exclusive to your party, please contact our shop.
- Some e-bikes have rider or combined rider/passengers weight limits. Please specify with that information who is solo and who is driver/passenger.
- Please specify in advance if you need a Class 2 throttled e-bike for a rider who wants to handle their own e-bike but are concerned about pedaling. There is no additional cost.
- We have cargo e-bikes and tow trailers for use on public tours. Your party must have a traveler who can handle (drive) the e-bike for the passenger(s).
Reviews(81)
Noah was our guide and did a great job. He was friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We highly recommend this excursion.
Fun way to explore the coastal part of 17 Mile Road. Our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. If you are wondering if you should do this tour, click “book” now!
Valet parking included with the tour price, which was very helpful in crowded Monterey. Our tour guide Noah was super chill and was very knowledgeable of local history and wildlife. He never rushed us and let us spend as much time as we wanted at multiple gorgeous points such as Lovers Point, Bird Rock, and the Lone Cypress. He also helped us find whales! The bikes were comfortable and the pedal assist made the (small) hills easy along 17-mile. Highly recommended!
We added two additional people at the last minute. Our host was so accommodating to our schedule change. Noah was so informative at each of our stops in a way that a true local can convey to tourists. We enjoyed our trip and would be honored to go with Noah again.
Having a guide born and raised in the area afforded a great insight into the extraordinary being that this bike tour provides. Good equipment easy ride and efficient check in with Madeline make this a true 5star experience
Fun to do after twenty years of not taking the drive. Surprised at the number of new homes being built, but that has lessened the charm of the drive. The coastline is beautiful and here are plenty places to stop and watch the ocean..
Wonderful trip along the coast. Our guide - Cathy - was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend checking it out
Mary was lovely! And she was so nice to my dog Maya (even though Maya wasn’t too sure about the side car haha) still such a fun experience — and we’ve been wanting to for so long, thank you!
Fun shop, great service, cute merch, nice location. We were able to rent bikes for our entire family, and staff were friendly and helpful.
The ride was amazing. Noah was our guide and he could not have been better. He was funny, courteous, looked after all riders, and kept us on time. The scenes were amazing and we would use them again. Well worth the price.
