Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

iders cruising past Cypress Point Golf Club on the scenic 17 Mile Drive eBike Tour through Pebble Beach.

Tandem-style eBiking on the 17 Mile Drive tour, ideal for parents with young riders along the scenic Monterey coast

Have kids? No problem, they can enjoy the ride too.

Guests enjoying the view at Cypress Point, a must-see stop on the guided eBike tour of 17 Mile Drive

When the tide is right, we stop to explore the hidden world of tide pools — a fun and educational moment for all ages

Guests quietly observe harbor seals and their newborn pups in a protected rookery near Hopkins Marine Station, guided by respectful wildlife viewing practices

es, that’s a rainbow over the Lone Cypress. And yes, we ride rain or shine — it’s always worth it.

Cruising the coast in Pacific Grove — where every turn brings a new view and the ocean is always within earshot.

The world-famous Lone Cypress standing strong above crashing winter surf — a must-see stop along our intermediate 17-Mile Drive eBike Tour

Guide sharing stories at the John Denver Memorial overlook, a highlight on our Family-Friendly 17 Mile Drive eBike Tour

Golden hour at Asilomar Beach with one of our Rad Power eBikes — a highlight of the Pacific Grove eBike route

Fat-tire eBike riders pose by Fanshell Beach with views of the legendary Cypress Point Country Club on 17 Mile Drive

End your ride with a view like this and you’ll understand why we say: there’s no better way to experience the coast than by eBike.

Riders pause to watch deer grazing along 17 Mile Drive, a common wildlife sighting on our electric bike tours

Deer and wildflowers along the Pebble Beach coastline — one of many serene moments on our guided eBike tour

Over 50 models of eBikes available for rent—perfect for all rider sizes and experience levels. Our 17-Mile Drive eBike Tour through Pebble Beach includes scenic stops like Cypress Point, ideal for pho

Guest capturing the crashing waves at Bird Rock, a dramatic photo stop on our 17 Mile Drive eBike Tour through Pebble Beach

Bird Rock is often blanketed with barking sea lions — and yes, we ride in light rain too. It’s always worth it.

Golden hour at Bird Rock, one of many stunning stops along our guided 17-Mile Drive eBike Tour in Pebble Beach. Watch sea lions and pelicans as the sun sets over the Pacific.

eBike tour guests pause to take in the views near Point Joe, a scenic highlight on 17 Mile Drive in Monterey

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike — the best way to experience Pebble Beach’s stunning coastline, iconic landmarks, and oceanfront mansions. This 16-mile round-trip tour (approx. 3 hours) includes scenic photo stops and local stories at the Lone Cypress, Asilomar Beach, Point Pinos Lighthouse, and more.

Our top-rated guides — consistently praised in reviews as the best in the area — bring the route to life with their knowledge of history, wildlife, and native plants. One even holds a master’s degree in biology!

With over 50 models of electric bikes available, we welcome riders of all sizes and experience levels (min. height 4’10”, max. weight 400 lbs). Most of the route follows protected bike lanes or low-speed roads (25 mph). Riders 12+ can typically ride solo at a parent’s discretion. Non-cyclists can ride tandem with a parent on a cargo eBike.

Options

2:30pm, Family-Friendly

Beginner's Route: Avoids parts of 17-Mi Dr with no bike lanes. It includes additional time on other Coastal areas. (Skips Lone Cypress)
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, Ocean View Blvd near Aquarium, 125 Ocean View Blvd #122, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

8:00pm Full Moon Ride

With Headlights: The full moon over the ocean shows the coast in a magical way!
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive, 2106 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

10:00am, Family-Friendly

Beginner's Route: Avoids parts of 17-Mi Dr with no bike lanes. It includes additional time on other Coastal areas. (Skips Lone Cypress)
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, Ocean View Blvd near Aquarium, 125 Ocean View Blvd #122, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

10:00am, Intermediate

Intermediate Route: This tour has sections on a narrow, winding road shared with cars (25 mph speed limit) and goes past the Lone Cypress.
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive, 2106 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

2:00pm, Intermediate

Intermediate Route: This tour has sections on a narrow, winding road shared with cars (25 mph speed limit) and goes past the Lone Cypress.
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive, 2106 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

2:30pm, Intermediate

Intermediate Route: This tour has sections on a narrow, winding road shared with cars (25 mph speed limit) and goes past the Lone Cypress.
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive, 2106 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

2:00pm, Family-Friendly

Beginner's Route: Avoids parts of 17-Mi Dr with no bike lanes. It includes additional time on other Coastal areas. (Skips Lone Cypress)
Starting point:
Big Sur Adventures, Ocean View Blvd near Aquarium, 125 Ocean View Blvd #122, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA

What's included

Bottled water
Gloves
E-bike
Helmet
Guide

Free street parking available on nearby Crocker Ave and Asilomar Ave.
Gratuities

What to expect

Asilomar State Beach
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour)
We start at the Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive shop, just up the hill from this beautiful beach.

All sorts of fun, unexpected history surrounds this most beautiful stretch of beach. Watch surfers, snap some photos, hear the waves, smell the ocean air.
17-Mile Drive
Pass by

We ride the ocean front section from the Pacific Grove gate to Bird Rock.
17-Mile Drive
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only) We ride an 8-mile section of 17-Mile Drive...the most scenic, ocean-front parts, including the Lone Cypress
The Links at Spanish Bay
Pass by

Ride past this epic golf course, snapping to take photos and hear a bit about it's history.
Spanish Bay
3m

Enjoy this beautiful white sand beach and learn about the Spanish explorers who first landed here.
Restless Sea
2m

Snap a photo, look for sea otters.
Point Joe
3m

Stop and enjoy the view.
China Rock
1m

See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit.
Bird Rock Vista Point
7m

We take a restroom break here and watch sea lions play in the water. Your guide will help you identify the wildlife that you see and share some fun facts...both about the animals and the rock.
Seal Rock Creek beach
Pass by

Enjoy the beautiful view.
Fanshell Overlook
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only)
Stop to look for sea otters at this beautiful lookout. Learn a bit about the Cypress Point Country Club from your guide. Note: in the Spring this stop is closed to protect the Harbor Seals pupping on the nearby beach.
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only)
Enjoy the view
Lone Cypress
5m

(Intermediate Tour Only)
See the 250-year-old tree that serves as the trademark for the Pebble Beach Company. Likely the subject of more photographs than any tree in the world.
Cypress Point Lookout
3m

(9:30, 12:30, and 3:30 tours only)

Stop to look for sea otters at this beautiful lookout. Learn a bit about the Cypress Point Country Club from your guide. On a clear day you can see the Point Sur Lighthouse in Big Sur.

Note: at times this stop is closed due to events at Pebble Beach.
Cypress Point Golf Club
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only)
Look for the famous green at Hole #16, where golfers drive 231 yards over the Pacific Ocean to hit a small patch of grass surrounded strategically by bunkers. With it's sweeping vistas and beautiful trees, you will quickly see why this is one of the most prestigious golf courses in the world.
Crocker Grove
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only) Ride through the curvy roads under a canopy of the oldest Monterey Cypress trees in existence.
Ghost Tree
3m

(Intermediate Tour Only) For tours where everyone rides faster, we add this bonus stop at the end. It's views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay are amazing.
Pescadero Point
2m

(Intermediate Tour Only) Adjacent to the Ghost Trees, if we have time you can walk out to this point.
Pass by

(Intermediate Tour Only) Faster-riding tours get a chance to ride by the Pebble Beach Lodge. If time allows, we can stop and check out the shops.
Pebble Beach Market
15m

(Intermediate Tour Only) This is our "nurture" stop with great coffee, gelato, and snacks. We relax at the tables overlooking Carmel Bay.
Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Learn a little of the history of this beautiful course as we enjoy the views of its rolling greens and sand dunes.
Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
We ride the bike lanes here as we enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Ocean.
Monterey Bay Recreation Trail
15m

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We launch our beginner's tour on this ocean-front trail shared with pedestrians.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We start our journey just a block down from the Aquarium.
Cannery Row
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Our launching point is the last building on this famous stretch of Monterey.
California Sea Otter Game Refuge
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only). As we ride along the coast of Pacific Grove, we will keep our eyes peeled for these adorable creatures. Learn why they are the apex predator in the kelp forests.
John Denver Memorial
10m

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Learn about John's ties to our area and the details of his tragic passing.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Snap a picture of the oldest continually-operating lighthouse on the west coast.
Pacific Grove Shoreline Parkway Marine Refuge
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) This is arguably one of the most scenic stretches of coastline you'll ever get a change to see by bicycle.
Lovers Point
15m

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Learn why this beautiful ride is accessible to us.
Lovers Point Park
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Lover's Point Park
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Lovers Point Beach
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Berwick Park
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Perkins Park
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only)
Esplanade Park
5m

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) Snap a picture of the famous Kissing Rock!
Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course
Pass by

(Beginner's Family Friendly Tour Only) We ride for miles with the ocean on one side and this beautiful golf course on the other.
Cypress Point Golf Club
Pass by

Look for deer grazing on the golf course of the most prestigious Country Club in the world.
Cypress Point Club
Pass by

Look for deer grazing on the golf course of the most prestigious Country Club in the world.
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
Pass by

One of the many beautiful golf courses that flank our ride.
Pass by

Smell the sage brush as we ride by this famous beach house (just don't fall in the beautiful poison oak hedge!)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

"Big Sur Adventures, Oceanview Blvd near Aquarium" 125 Ocean View Blvd, Ste 122, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Meeting point

"Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive," 2106 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Directly across from Hayward Lumber. Look for free street parking on Sunset Dr or nearby Crocker Ave and Asilomar Ave.

End point

"Big Sur Adventures, Oceanview Blvd near Aquarium" 125 Ocean View Blvd, Ste 122, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

End point

"Big Sur Adventures, 17 Mile Drive," 2106 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Directly across from Hayward Lumber. Look for free street parking on Sunset Dr or nearby Crocker Ave and Asilomar Ave.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
All riders must sign a waiver
Minors must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian (can be signed electronically)
Child rate applies only when riding tandem with a paying adult
Minimum solo rider height: 4'10"
Maximum rider weight 350 lb.
Max tandem child weight: 120 lb.
Max combined rider/child tandem weight 350 lb.
A maximum of 25 people per booking
Photo I.D. required
Can be chilly along the Ocean, please dress appropriately
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to rain, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Minimum age, 1 year
Minimum age to ride solo, 12 years (younger children can ride on tandem e-bike with adult)

Cancellation policy

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

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