• Garrapata State Park - The picturesque drive leads through Garrapata State Park, offering an opportunity to pause and explore Garrapata Beach. Along the way, insights into the wildfires that frequently affect forests like these will be shared.
• Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - The journey continues past Carmel into the breathtaking Point Lobos Natural Reserve.
• Pacific Coast Highway - The adventure then takes us to the renowned Big Sur section of the PCH. The Pacific Coast Highway, also known as PCH, Highway 1, or Route 1, is celebrated as one of the most scenic road trips in the United States.
• Partington Cove - A secluded inlet and rugged beach accessible via a dirt trail, wooden bridge, and tunnel.
• Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park - Located in Monterey County, California, near Big Sur on the Central Coast, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park spans approximately 1,006 acres. Centered around the Big Sur River, it is affectionately called a “mini Yosemite.” Redwood trees here can live up to 2,200 years.

NOTE: The tour covers over 120 miles, includes more than 70 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

• Bixby Creek Bridge - The self-guided drive now leads to Bixby Creek Bridge, one of California’s most photographed bridges, admired for its elegant design, graceful architecture, and stunning location. It is a reinforced concrete open-spandrel arch bridge.
• Point Sur State Historic Park - The drive continues with views and insights into Point Sur and the Point Sur Lighthouse.
• Andrew Molera State Park - The tour proceeds through Andrew Molera State Park, another natural marvel along this route, with insights into Big Sur’s literary heritage.
• Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge - While Bixby is renowned, Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge also boasts its own unique charm.
• Pfeiffer Beach - Located in the Big Sur area, Pfeiffer Beach is a hidden gem worth the detour. Just south of Big Sur Station on Highway 1, unsigned Sycamore Canyon Road leads down to the shore.
• Grimes Point Scenic Overlook - Grimes Point Scenic Overlook offers one of the finest views of the Big Sur coastline, showcasing the allure of this remarkable region.
• Seal Beach Scenic Overlook - The self-guided drive reaches Seal Beach Overlook, where visitors can spot sunbathing seals.
• McWay Falls - A must-see stop is McWay Falls, an 80-foot-tall waterfall on the Big Sur coast in central California, flowing year-round.
• Big Creek Bridge - The journey continues over Big Creek Bridge, a 589-foot-long, open spandrel, concrete deck arch bridge connecting this scenic, mountainous coast.
• Big Creek Cove Vista Point - Big Creek Cove Beach lies beneath Big Creek Bridge on Highway 1 along the Big Sur Coast. Adjacent is the Landels-Hill Big Creek Reserve and the California marine protected areas named Big Creek State Marine Reserve and Big Creek State Conservation Area.
• Limekiln State Park - The tour moves on to Limekiln State Park, featuring beaches, forests, and more.
• Pitkins Curve Bridge - Crossing Pitkins Curve Bridge, visitors learn about the landslides, mudslides, rockfalls, earthquakes, and other natural challenges that threaten the PCH infrastructure.
• Jade Cove - Jade Cove is known for its beach filled with nephrite jade.
• Nathaniel Owings Memorial Redwood Grove - Nathaniel Owens Memorial Redwood Grove is one of the largest redwood stands for miles. Did you know the coastal redwood is the tallest living organism on Earth? It’s true! These giants can grow to around 350 feet, as tall as a 35-story building!
• Ragged Point - The highway stretch between San Simeon and Ragged Point is among the world’s most scenic. The road follows where the majestic Santa Lucia Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean, offering breathtaking views at every turn. Driving to Ragged Point feels like starring in a personal car commercial on Highway 1.
• Piedras Blancas Light Station - Passing the Piedras Blancas Lighthouse, there’s an option to stop and explore.
• Elephant Seal Vista Point - The Elephant Seal Vista Point is unparalleled. The Northern Elephant Seal, the largest seal in the northern hemisphere, migrates to the rookery twice a year. Offshore, they spend eight to ten months diving up to 5,800 feet deep for up to two hours. The rest of the year, they mate, birth, molt, and rest onshore between trips.
• Hearst Castle - Driving through San Simeon, there’s an option to detour to Hearst Castle, conceived by publishing tycoon William Randolph Hearst and built between 1919 and 1947.
• Moonstone Beach - Moonstone Beach Drive offers a delightful detour along Moonstone Beach. Rest assured, rejoining the highway is easy!
• Nitt Witt Ridge - The one with blue paint and terraces? That’s Nitt Witt Ridge, a quirky landmark in Cambria.

At first glance, it might not be obvious, but much of the house is constructed from trash. Indeed! Built by eccentric artist Arthur Harold Beal, who had a unique fascination with garbage, he worked as a garbage collector in the mid-1900s and used some of what he collected to build his home. Beer cans, car rims, washer drums, you name it, are incorporated into the house’s structure.

• Morro Bay - Finally, the tour reaches Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, and Pismo Beach, concluding this segment of the PCH tour. The beauty of Big Sur has been truly experienced!

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!

Embark on the legendary Big Sur road trip with a self-guided driving audio tour! As you travel, discover the enchanting cottages of Carmel, the unique purple sand at Pfeiffer Beach, and the massive elephant seals at San Simeon. Cross the iconic Bixby Bridge, admire McWay Falls, and take in the breathtaking coastline along the Pacific Coast Highway / Route 1. Big Sur is the most picturesque part of the Pacific Coast Highway, a must-see road trip, which can be started from either Monterey or San Luis Obispo.

After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.

Purchase once and use for an entire year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

• How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
• Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
• For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
• Important Note: Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) is closed between Big Sur and Ragged Point due to repairs from the Regent’s Slide. This 6.8-mile stretch is impassable. For current updates, visit the Caltrans site

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