Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

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Embark on a family-friendly electric bike tour of the stunning 17-Mile Drive. Explore breathtaking coastal views, iconic golf courses, and incredible wildlife on this guided adventure.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Cannery Row - Our shop is located at the end of what was once a bustling fishing and canning area in the mid-1900s. Our ride starts here on a 10mph straight, flat, paved recreation trail reserved for bikes and pedestrians, allowing you to get used to your e-bike.
Monterey Bay Aquarium - Ride past the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium!
Lovers Point - Local legend says this park was originally named “Lovers of Jesus Point” during the time when Pacific Grove was a Methodist retreat camp.
John Denver Memorial - The John Denver Memorial serves as a poignant reminder of one of the greatest tragedies in American music history. John Denver, known for his singing, songwriting, environmental activism, and humanitarian efforts, died when his plane crashed in Monterey Bay on October 12, 1997. The memorial celebrates his incredible legacy as you take in the stunning ocean views, a fitting tribute to the artist. Even if you weren’t a fan, this coastal spot between Pacific Grove and Asilomar is beautiful. Admission to the memorial is free.
Point Pinos Lighthouse - Point Pinos Lighthouse was first lit on February 1, 1855, to guide ships along California’s Pacific Coast. It is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States, with its original lens still intact. Located at the southern entrance to Monterey Bay, it’s a great spot to watch for migrating whales! There is also a potential bathroom stop here at the edge of the PG Golf Course.
Asilomar State Beach - Also known as “Refuge by the Sea,” Asilomar State Beach is Pacific Grove’s largest beach, stretching one mile and featuring rocky coves. It’s popular with surfers, kayakers, and dog walkers, offering beautiful views and walking trails. As part of the Asilomar Marine Reserve, fishing is prohibited due to its rich ecosystem and biodiversity.
17-Mile Drive - This stunning stretch of coastline is filled with unexpected history. Watch surfers, admire amazing beach homes and mansions, listen to the waves, and breathe in the ocean air.
The Links at Spanish Bay - Marvel at the youngest of the golf courses and the second of the two lodges in Pebble Beach. Enjoy the beautiful white sand of Moss Beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
Point Joe - Point Joe is the fifth point on 17-Mile Drive. Its coastline, made of granite rocks formed 65 million years ago, gives it a rugged appearance. Historically, the area has seen several shipwrecks due to its rocky shores and proximity to Monterey Bay. The origin of the name Point Joe is debated; some historians believe it was named after a Chinese man who lived in a driftwood structure here in the early 1900s and sold goods to explorers. It’s unclear whether Point Joe was named for the man or if the man was named after the location. It’s a great spot to look for Southern Sea Otters.
China Rock - Visit the site of an old Chinese fishing village. Depending on the tide and waves, there may be an opportunity for tide-pooling.
Bird Rock Vista Point - Take a restroom break here and watch sea lions play in the water. Observe various sea bird species and rafting sea otters. Your guide will help identify the wildlife and share interesting facts about the animals and the rock.
Fanshell Overlook - Stop to look for sea otters at this scenic viewpoint. Learn about the Cypress Point Country Club from your guide. Note: This stop is closed in the spring to protect the harbor seals pupping on the nearby beach.
Cypress Point Lookout - Another spot to look for sea otters and learn about the Cypress Point Country Club. On a clear day, you can see the Point Sur Lighthouse in Big Sur, 30 miles away.
Crocker Grove - Ride through winding roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
Lone Cypress - See the 250-year-old tree that serves as the trademark for the Pebble Beach Company. It’s likely the most photographed tree in the world.
Ghost Tree - For faster tours, we add this bonus stop. The views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay are breathtaking.
Pebble Beach Golf Links - Admire the beauty of Carmel Bay at the 18th hole behind The Lodge. Learn about golf history, purchase a souvenir at your own expense, and take photos. Our guide will be happy to snap a few pictures at no extra cost. There is no additional charge to explore The Lodge.

What's Included

Helmet provided for safety.
Modern electric bike usage included.
All parking fees covered.

What's Not Included

Personal expenses

Additional Information

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.

Different types of travelers (Riders/Passengers) MUST be booked separately. 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).

Location

Mad Dogs & Englishmen Bike Shop, Cannery Row

Cannery Row

We are located inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa on the ground level. There is complimentary parking with the hotel.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Fred_w

Jul 16, 2024

Beautiful Scenic Ride! - It was truly a great ride! The scenery was awesome and the weather turned out to be perfect. Pebble Beach is absolutely beautiful! I’m now looking to replace my standard commuter bicycle with an E-bike because of this tour. You can cover more ground, conquer hills, and not be totally worn out. I’m turning 65 soon.

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Claire_e

Jul 1, 2024

Great bike experience - The e-bikes make the tour really easy for people without experience and our guide Noah was very patient and kind

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Francina183

Jun 26, 2024

Awesomeness!!! - This tour was soooo wonderful & our guide Sam was accommodating, personable, patient and very knowledgeable. I cannot say enough about how much this tour added to the wealth of our travels.

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Janet_d

Jun 8, 2024

Beautuful coastal Monterey electric bike excursion. - It was a beautiful ride from Monterey to Pebble Beach and back. Saw sea otters and seals among other coastal wildlife. Leslie our guide was great! We stopped at various points and she was so informative. Loved the electric bikes. They made our journey so fun and easy! Would love to do it again!

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Marla_a

Jun 3, 2024

Cathy is the best! - Cathy was an AMAZING guide. She was knowledgeable, entertaining and super fun to ride with. Being new e-bike riders she was instructive and able to tailor the ride to us. It was a fabulous experience, definitely ask for Cathy!

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Don_b

May 19, 2024

No trainer. - Wow, our tour guide was fantastic, the ride was beautiful, the bikes were easy to use and you really got to pick and choose how hard or easy the ride was. We got to see so much more this way than we would have on our own. 10/10 will do again.

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Christine_w

Apr 25, 2024

Great Tour to a Great Coast - Cathy is a great guide and showed us places we would not have found without her. She knows a lot about the region and told us astonishing things. As we were a very small group she readily adjusted the tour to our special interests - thanks a lot, Cathy!

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American_in_lon

Mar 26, 2024

Fabulous Day Out & Amazing Views - Go Electric - Stevie was very helpful in selecting the electric bikes. We started in Monterey and went all the way to Carmel. There is a sister shop in Carmel to charge your bike for the trip back to Monterey after walking around Carmel. Met the owner in Carmel. Amazing views all along 17 Mile Drive. You can see so much more from a bike. Absolutely breathtaking coastline. Easy peasy on an electric bike. The trip takes you past Pebble Beach golf club and there are is a visitor centre to grab a drink before pressing on to Carmel. Wonderful on a sunny California day. Thanks to everyone at Mad Dogs.

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