Monterey is a place with much in terms of history and culture. It is also well known for its marine sanctuary and other animal preserves. With the variety of beautiful scenery, wild creatures, fine wineries, and great food, one can imagine the quality of Monterey tours; they are designed to inform and entertain guests who come to the area. Find out more about everything from egrets to cabernet when you take tours in Monterey.

Nature is Monterey’s Greatest Asset

A view of the Big Sur coast including the Bixby bridge

Big Sur Guides and Hiking takes guests of all abilities to witness the majesty of the wilderness regions of the area. The tours offered by Big Sur are as varied as the terrain of the region. The Walk of the Married Redwoods tour is a two to two-and-a-half hour romp through a spectacular canyon. Lush terrain and waterways make this tour special. The Robinson Jeffers Walk takes guests through the canyon to visit scenic waterfalls then heads to the sea where spotting whales and otters is probable.

The Meditation Walk combines yoga, quiet, and scenic beauty so that one can enjoy the spiritual tranquility that Monterey tours offer. The Jack Kerouac Experience is a driving tour that features a drive along Old Coast Road, mountainous redwoods, and coastal views. Finally, one can experience the man-made art of the area by taking the Big Sur Galleries Tour. Galleries included on the tour include the Hawthorne Gallery, the Coast gallery, the Big Sur Arts Initiative Gallery, the Heartbeat Gallery, and the Phoenix Shop. Finally, retrace the steps taken by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in Sandpiper during a driving tour at Point Lobos.

Discover Movie History on Monterey Tours

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Film producers have chosen Monterey as the setting for many films. Because of this, many areas have been featured in movies. Monterey Movie Tours offers guided tours to places that were used as movie locations. Travel to locations in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and Carmel via motor coach.  Docents will share anecdotes and inside scoops about films made here and all the while you can enjoy the picturesque coastline.

Tours in Monterey Encompass Wetlan Wonderlands

Elkhorn Slough is a wetlands wonderland and guided tours are available so that visitors can enjoy the utmost in natural beauty. Your tour will be conducted on a pontoon boat so that you see the wilderness areas inhabited by seals, sea otters, and many species of bird. The two-hour tour educates guests on aspects of the biodiversity and ecology of the slough. At this tour, as in the others, you will want a camera at the ready.

Delectable Wines Await Monterey Guests

Touring the region is not complete until you have taken a wine tour. Hop aboard “Hattie the Magnificent Trolley” and get a taste of the wine regions of Monterey. Monterey tours are all great, but this one combines scenery with aromatic wine tasting. This company also offers the Ghost Tour of Old Monterey, which focuses on the areaís history as the capital of Mexican California. It is a ninety minute tour design to take one to a time-gone-by.

The tours in Monterey are an eclectic bunch derived from the areas many offerings. Wine, whales, and wonder await people in Monterey. Tours are a great way to discover the secrets of a region and these are no exception. Enjoy art, amiable people, and amazing views while you tour Monterey.