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STEP-ON TOURS
This
is a partial listing. Gael can customize and combine tours to
accomodate any audience on any schedule. Times listed below
are suggestions only. Quality transportation can be provided or we
can tour in the comfort of your vehicle.
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17 Mile Drive/Scenic Highlights Tour ( 2-4 hours )
Enjoy
this most requested tour through the eyes of an enthusiastic naturalist
and historian. Gael acquaints you with Monterey, the most historic city
in California; "New Monterey" or Cannery Row, an area immortalized by
John Steinbeck; Pacific Grove, the Butterfly capitol of the world;
Pebble Beach's famous 17 Mile Drive, and the charming
Carmel-by-the-Sea. Gael's extensive knowledge of the natural, historic
and cultural influences, as well as legendary tales of these very
distinctive communities enhance your enjoyment of spectacular ocean
vistas and scenic stops. Why not enjoy the Monterey Bay Aquarium,
Carmel Mission, P.G. Light House, Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
(seasonal), wine tasting & lunch as well?
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Wonders of Big Sur (4-5 hours)
Travel
along a magnificent segment of the California coastline that stretches
from the crest of the Santa Lucia Mountains to the mesmerizing Pacific.
Exceptionally scenic stops and captivating commentary complements this
journey along "one of the most beautiful highways in the world." Possible add-ons: Nature
walk along beautifulf coastal bluffs or redwood canyons.Picnic
or lunch at local Big Sur restaurants. Wine Tasting....
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Wine Country (1/2 & full day)
Become
a connoisseur for the day!. Sample award winning wines of Monterey
County while touring renowned wineries and tasting rooms. Several
options are a short picturesque drive from the Peninsula. Enjoy
interesting narration about this area's history, agriculture and wine
industry blended with the writings of famed local author, John
Steinbeck.
Steinbeck Country (4-5 hours)
Experience
the spectacular Monterey Peninsula and nearby Carmel & Salinas
Valleys through the eyes of John Steinbeck. Meet this famous Nobel
& Pulitzer Prize winning author through biographical sketches and
anecdotal information as we visit several locals mentioned in
his novels. The National Steinbeck Center & Steinbeck
House are possible options.
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Hearst Castle (all day)
Travel
90 miles along one of the most beautiful highways (Big Sur) in the
world in route to a millionaire's masterpiece that is nestled in the
Santa Lucia Mountains overlooking the Pacific. This magnificent estate
includes 165 rooms and 127 acres of gardens, terraces, pools and
walkways. It's rooms were furnished with an impressive collection of
Spanish and italian antiques and art. It's name is La Cuesta Encantada - "The Enchanted Hill." You will enjoy lunch or a picnic nearby before returning via the Salinas Valley/Steinbeck Country.
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