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big sur 5d

A 5-day deep dive into the world's most beautiful coastline. We'll start in SF, hit the highlights of Big Sur, and loop back through the charming central coast.

5days
18stops
DAY01

San Francisco → 17-Mile Drive

Overnight in 17-Mile Drive
  1. 09:00
    San Francisco· start
  3. 11:30
    Santa Cruz
  5. 14:30
    Monterey
  7. 16:30
    17-Mile Drive· overnight
Monterey Eats
  • Phil's Fish Market · Famous Cioppino that's worth the wait.
  • Old Fisherman's Grotto · The best clam chowder in a bread bowl.
Today's Wallet
17-Mile Drive Entry
¥80
Monterey Hotel
¥1200
DAY02

Point Lobos → Big Sur Village

Overnight in Big Sur Village
  1. 09:00
    Point Lobos· start
  3. 11:30
    Bixby Bridge
  5. 14:00
    Pfeiffer Falls
  7. 17:00
    Big Sur Village· overnight
Cliffside Dining
  • Big Sur Bakery · Rustic vibes and incredible pastries.
  • Nepenthe · Ambrosia burger with a view that will blow your mind.
Today's Wallet
State Park Parking
¥70
Big Sur Lodge
¥1800
DAY03

Pfeiffer Beach → Lucia

Overnight in Lucia
  1. 09:30
    Pfeiffer Beach· start
  3. 13:00
    Partington Cove
  5. 15:30
    McWay Falls
  7. 17:30
    Lucia· overnight
Local Flavors
  • Coast Big Sur · Art gallery meets cafe with great soft serve.
  • Lucia Lodge Restaurant · Fish and chips right over the crashing surf.
Today's Wallet
Pfeiffer Beach Entry
¥100
Lucia Lodge
¥2200
DAY04

Sand Dollar Beach → Cambria

Overnight in Cambria
  1. 10:00
    Sand Dollar Beach· start
  3. 13:00
    Elephant Seals
  5. 15:00
    Hearst Castle
  7. 18:00
    Cambria· overnight
Central Coast Bites
  • Sebastian's General Store · Great burgers near the Hearst ranch.
  • Robin's Restaurant · Eclectic garden dining in Cambria.
Today's Wallet
Hearst Castle Tour
¥210
Cambria Inn
¥1100
DAY05

Cambria → San Francisco

  1. 09:00
    Cambria· start
  3. 11:00
    Morro Bay
  5. 13:30
    Paso Robles
  7. 18:00
    San Francisco
Final Feast
  • Giovanni's Fish Market · Fresh oysters and crab right by the rock.
  • Firestone Grill · Famous Tri-Tip sandwich in nearby SLO.
Today's Wallet
Gas
¥500
Lunch
¥200
Heads Up
  • No cell service in Big Sur
  • Gas is extremely expensive in the canyon
  • Book Hearst Castle and hotels early