Big Sur Audio Tour: Scenic Self-Driving Experience
3.8
85 Ratings
Monterey
Embark on a scenic self-driving audio tour of Big Sur, California. Explore iconic landmarks, picturesque beaches, and breathtaking coastal views along the Pacific Coast Highway.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park - Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a state park in Monterey County, California, near the area of Big Sur on the state’s Central Coast. It covers approximately 1,006 acres of land. The park is centered on the Big Sur River. It has been nicknamed a “mini Yosemite.” Redwood trees are known to live up to 2,200 years.
What's Included
  • Hands-free automatic GPS storytelling. Support available via call, chat, email.
  • Comprehensive itinerary with narrations, travel tips, videos, text, and hidden spots.
  • No need for internet. GPS map and step-by-step directions included for offline use.
  • Enjoy a private tour in your own car. Stop for photos, snacks, hikes at your leisure.
  • Downloadable app - receive the guide through a link and password specific to your tours.
  • One purchase per vehicle saves money over individual fees and bus tours.
  • Start your tour any day, any time. It’s flexible, with no expiration date.
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Buy a tour for each vehicle, not each individual. All can partake in the listening experience together!

Embark on the quintessential Big Sur journey with an independent audio guide for driving! As you navigate, gather knowledge about Carmel’s enchanting cottages, the violet-tinted sand at Pfeiffer Beach, & the enormous sea elephants at San Simeon. Traverse the Bixby Bridge, be in awe of McWay Falls, & relish the craggy seashore along the Pacific Coast Highway / Route 1. Big Sur represents the most picturesque portion of the Pacific Coast Highway(an essential road trip), which could be commenced from Monterey or San Luis Obispo.

Upon confirmation, be sure to check your email to download the Tour Guide Application by Action, key in your distinct password, and acquire your tour. The aforementioned procedures necessitate reliable internet/wifi connectivity. It’s as simple as heeding the audio instructions and following the path thereafter.

Please note, this does not function as an admission ticket. Verify operating times prior to your visit.

Never expires — The tour provides perpetual validity!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
1299 Del Monte Blvd
Del Monte Boulevard
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(85 Ratings)
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Timmy_r
Mar 4, 2024
Love self guided tours - Enjoyed listening to background as we approached each stop. Breath taking views! Was a bit confused setting things up but worked it out. Definitely recommend!
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Michaelma5077qg
Feb 23, 2024
Good Driving tour - The tour and the technology worked flawlessly. I did download it using WiFi as it didn’t like using 5G. I don’t know if that was my phone, data provider or this app that wouldn’t allow that. No matter as once it was downloaded it was all great. We used both the north and south recordings as the Big Sur is closed so we drove down from Monterey to Nepanthe and then north to Elephant seal vista. I just used “Resume from Current location” and the app just figured itself out. I would recommend this app if you are driving down the Big Sur. It will be better when the road reopens, but that is not the Apps fault.
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Rhondal2013
Feb 5, 2024
Fantastic tour option - Fantastic tour!! We loved it. The stories, the info, the ease and the ability to drive on our own. So clear, and easy to follow. We enjoyed 2 tours.
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Ryan
Oct 6, 2023
Budget friendly and cost effective. A well thought out app that I will continue to use! - I’m so glad I came across this self-guided tour on TripAdvisor. I was heavily browsing for a budget friendly, cost-effective option to help continue a 3 day birthday celebration for my girlfriend in Carmel, and Action Tour Guide was exactly what I was looking for. This affordable, one-time purchase app was amazing. I’ve never done a self-guided tour before and I can safely say this made for a pleasant first time experience. The sights alone are obviously gorgeous, but the back to back fun facts and historical backgrounds of each stop only made it even more memorable and exciting. The app is easy to use and helps elevate drives like PCH, especially for those who are doing it for the first time. Looking forward to using this very thoughtful app again and would definitely recommend it. My girlfriend and I had such an amazing time!
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Far_horizons
Nov 27, 2023
Good Tour buggy app! - Easy to follow. But the app is very unreliable with providing audio in the car via Android auto. Needed to be restarted multiple times.
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Catherine_m
Nov 11, 2023
Gorgeous Drive - The tour narration was great! Our only issue was finding the tour start point. Very confusing. We later realized we didn’t need to start at the beginning. Was still confusing! Once we were on it was excellent! We ate at Nepenthe, expensive, but we’ll worth it!
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Ewepp
Oct 4, 2023
Breathtaking views of the Big Sur area! - Your worked well. We were unable to do the full tour due to a road closure but had a long enough day. The narrator was upbeat and brought up highlights to stop for photo oops & hiking plus the perfect restaurant and view for lunch! It was a gorgeous morning but on the way back by late aft the fog had rolled in and the views were nil. So glad we got away when we did!
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Pvtexas
Sep 11, 2023
App is okay but read the description carefully - Perhaps it is my fault for not reading the details more carefully. There are many attractions noted along the way and I thought the app would navigate to these it does not. Specifically 17-mile drive is noted but if you want the details of the drive it’s another $15. The app is fine for the price but I was expecting more.
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Jill_w
Dec 20, 2023
Terrible experience! - It didn't work! When we got it to play, it kept stopping. I would not recommend it. It was a waste of money. I am very disappointed!
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Sam_c
Sep 13, 2023
Don’t waste your money. - Did not work at all and cost me $15. Extremely awkward app. Don’t waste your money. Not worth taking about.
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