17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Tour: Scenic Coastal Exploration
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Carmel-by-the-Sea
Embark on a scenic coastal exploration with our 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Tour. Discover breathtaking views, iconic landmarks, and the world's most photographed tree on this unforgettable adventure.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 17-Mile Drive - Explore one of the most famous and prominent golf resorts in North America.

  • Spanish Bay - Home to many restaurants, beautiful views, and a world famous golf course.

  • Point Joe - Point Joe is the 5th point on 17-Mile Drive. Its coastline is made of Granite rocks formed 65 million years back and it gives this coastline a rugged look. The place had several shipwrecks in history due to its rocky shares and its location near to Monterey Bay. The place has ample parking and sitting benches to relax. There are several information boards to read about the place. About the origin of the name Point Joe, there is debate over that for years now. Some historians believe that there was a Chinese man who lived in a driftwood structure here in the early 1900’s that sold goods to explorers. It is unclear whether Point Joe was named for the Chinese man or if the man was named after the location. A great place to look out for everyones favorite marine mammal the Souther Sea Otter.

  • China Rock - See the place where an old, Chinese fishing village used to sit.

  • Bird Rock Vista Point - 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 - Enjoy the beautiful view.

  • Fanshell Overlook - 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.

  • Cypress Point Lookout - 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.

  • Crocker Grove - Home to the oldest and largest of our Monterey Cypress trees, we will cover some of the issues facing this environment.

  • Lone Cypress - This tree is famous for historically being the half way mark along 17-mile drive. In 1919 it became the logo for Pebble Beach Golf Links.

  • Ghost Tree - The views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay are amazing.

  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - This will be the longest stop of the tour where guest our free to roam on their own for about 30 minutes. Take in the beauty of Still Water Cove, learn about the golf history and the course, get you a souvenir, or just sit and relax with a snack and warm beverage.

What's Included
  • Use of ebike
  • Helmet included
  • Phone holder provided
  • Landing and/or facility fees covered
What's Not Included
  • Certain rental bikes may be excluded
Additional Information

Embark on one of the most picturesque journeys in the globe on our electric bicycles. Renowned for its splendour, the 17-Mile Drive delivers the premier opportunity to discover the peninsula. Our guided tour with electric bicycles offers an unbeatable way to take in a world of breathtaking seaside panoramas, legendary golf terrain, and the world’s most snapped tree.

Kicking off from our bicycle store in Carmel-by-the-Sea’s heart, your guide will direct you to the pinnacle spots in Pebble Beach. You’ll travel past notable landmarks like The Lodge at Pebble Beach, The Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, Point Joe, Spanish Bay, and Crocker Grove. The latter is a sanctuary to the tallest and eldest Cypress Trees in existence.

Make sure to capture plenty of pictures so you can spread the allure with your cohorts who were unable to join, proceeding to pedal your way back to our store.

Location
Mad Dogs & Englishmen Bike Shop Carmel, CA
Mission Street
Our Carmel shop is located in Carmel-By-The-Sea at SW Corner of Ocean Ave and, Mission St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921. We recommend parking at the Sunset Center or in the surrounding neighborhood for free all day parking.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Rooneyemily1
Mar 21, 2024
March 2024 ride - We really enjoyed Leslie’s historical knowledge and her concern for the whole group. The first stop at the Comstock (?) house was way too long but the rest of the trip was great. We felt really comfortable on the bikes and would do it again. However, the shop experience was a bust. We were all filling out forms we already did online and the guy at desk was grumpy. We mistakenly went to Pedago first and were wishing we had taken that ride, but happy Leslie was our guide. We especially liked blowing into pebble beach and went back for dinner a few nights later. Did not realize it’s public.
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Escape33469605108
Mar 18, 2024
Electric bike tours was wonderful. They went over safety. The bikes were great. Just can’t say enough. Great things abou - Leslie was our tour guide it was absolutely amazing. The customer service was great. The owner was great and Leslie was absolutely wonderful.
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Emily_r
Mar 16, 2024
Bike tour - Enjoyed the history and the actual riding. Leslie was a great tour guide. We also loved being able to go into Pebble beach.
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G3667rbmelissaz
Mar 15, 2024
Lovely way to see 17 mile drive up close - Such a great tour! We went with our family of 4 adults. I was nervous about biking on the road, as well as a first timer on an e-bike. Leslie was a confident guide who gave us quality instruction and guidance throughout the trip. We felt safe and the stops were informative and gave us lots of picture opportunities. Wildlife, nature, golf courses, and lots of water! ❤️
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Courtney_o
Mar 9, 2024
The Best Way to See Carmel and the 17 mile drive - The 17 mile E bike tour was awesome. We all got acquainted with our bikes. Then Leslie, our guide, took us around Carmel and showed us some great sights. Once we got on the 17mile drive, she stopped and pointed out some wonderful points of interest. She had great enthusiasm and knowledge. We got to see Pebble Beach Golf Course and Lodge with all the trophies. We really enjoyed all our stops on our ride. Leslie was a joy to listen to, and answered all our questions. This is definitely the way to see the 17 mile drive!! Rent E bikes and enjoy the sights and see so much more than in a car!! Don’t miss this tour.
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Kenneth_k
Mar 4, 2024
Scenic Casual Active Tour - We had a great time with Martin as he showed us all around Carmel-By-The-Sea and Pebble Beach. The bikes felt new and performed well as we had no trouble cycling up any hill. Martin explained each of the stops and gave us great recommendations for the next time we're in the area. I only wish that we had a dog so we can rent the e-bikes with the adorable mini sidecars attached to them. This was a great active experience that I'd highly recommend to those wanting to see the sights without the hassle of finding parking everywhere.
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Ross_g
Feb 26, 2024
Carmel - Great experience. Beautiful scenery! Leslie did an awesome job as our guide. Would definitely recommend it to others.
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Richard_d
Feb 24, 2024
Breathtaking Views and lots of fun - Bridger was a great guide for a wonderful morning tour of the 17 mile drive. He was a conscientious and informative guide and the trip was relaxing and well worth the money.
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Sarahtv4941fa
Feb 21, 2024
Fantastic Family Excursion!! - Hands-down the best way to experience the Carmel Coast! Biking along the 17 mile drive brings you directly into the natural environment, allowing you to experience this beautiful area in such a special way. Stevie was a phenomenal tour guide...she took care of us from the start with clear instructions on e-bike use and throughout the tour with interesting commentary at each of our stops. We went as a family and this is certainly an experience we will all remember for years to come!
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Martinlawrencea
Jan 7, 2024
Super cool Retro bike store ❤️ - Great customer service and awesome products! Would come back here again when I visit Carmel By the Sea!
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