Big Sur is an adventurer’s paradise. Located along the roughly 90-mile-long stretch of redwood and waterfront, the area mesmerizes with its bluffs, sea, and sky. We’ll stay oceanside and explore the unrelenting beauty as we adventure by bike, sea, and foot.

SUMMARY

DAY 1: Arrive in San Jose, transfer 2 hours to Big Sur

DAY 2: full-day hike

DAY 3: SUP Board, sailing, or kayak

Day 4:  Guided mountain biking

DAY 5: Farewell! Transfer to San Jose

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1

Arrive in Big Sur

Upon arrival in San Jose, meet your transfer to Carmel. Upon arrival at the hotel, enjoy a welcome drink and time to relax and soak in the scenery. We'll enjoy a group dinner before a good night’s rest. 

Days 2-4

Choose Your Adventure

These days, we will design the trip around the groups preferences. Choose from a plethora of activities including the following.

Hiking: Conquer the top of the world or just take a scenic hike through the natural splendor of the Carmel Highlands. The California coastline around our Carmel are known as some of the planet’s most breathtaking scenery, and you can access it all easily via Fern Canyon Road. Together with our guide, we will plan a perfect adventure for the group.

Kayaking: Explore the magic of the Monterey Peninsula up close! Kayaking lets you glide along the beautiful coastline and view sea otters and sea lions in their natural habitat. Paddle through majestic kelp forests and enjoy the sound of sea birds circling above your head.

Sunset or Daytime Sailing Cruise: We depart about an hour and a half before the sun sets. Enjoy appetizers, wine, and water, and if you get cold, we have blankets on board as well. Enjoy a peaceful evening and sunset while witnessing the magic of a boat under sail. Sit back, relax with a glass of wine, watch a gorgeous sunset, and keep a lookout for wildlife on this one of a kind tour in Monterey. 

Horseback Riding: Discover easy horseback riding in Carmel and explore beautiful natural settings just minutes from our hotel. From the 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach, the rolling hills of Carmel Valley, through the majestic redwoods or along the private beaches in Big Sur at sunset, we invite you to experience some of the most breathtaking spots on earth.

17-Mile Electric Bike Tour: Legendary for its beauty, 17-Mile Drive meanders up and down the hills of Pebble Beach. Join us as we admire stunning seaside views, famous golf courses, and amazing mansions on this guided e-bike tour.

Mountain Bike the Redwoods: Ride and cruise 13 miles from a top of the park to Aptos with mostly downhill still getting a workout out of it! The forest is nice and dense with shady open sunlit areas, making it pleasant on those hot sunny days under the canopy of tall redwood trees. Cruise and enjoy the views of ferns, moss, ivy, and wildflowers with relaxing sounds of the rushing creek. This ride is great for beginner cyclist that just wants to have fun experiencing the views and have more energy afterwards to enjoy the rest of the day.

All tours offered on a private basis.

We’ll return to the hotel for a group dinner.

Day 5

Farewell!

Enjoy a final breakfast before saying goodbye. Transfer to the San Jose airport for your flight home.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Perched on a hillside in the Carmel Highlands with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Highlands Inn combines true Carmel luxury with an approachable and sophisticated spirit. A haven for artists and discerning travelers since its opening in 1917.

Included: 

• Meals as detailed

• Accommodations as detailed

• All adventures and related equipment as detailed

• All taxes for meals and accommodations

• Round trip airport transfers from/to San Jose

Not Include:

• Flight to San Jose

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities

• Any item not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

• Alcoholic beverage unless otherwise detailed