Big Sur Tours and More

Big Sur Tours and More

Big Sur Tours and More
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Shangrila21
United Kingdom11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Solo
This coastal adventure had been in the making since 2019 and, after much postponing, I finally made it this month (and on my birthday too!) It was very easy to plan the trip with Dave, even from across the pond, and he was very prompt with responses and suggestions. Dave met me in Paso Robles and took me all the way to Monterey, so we did quite a chunk of Highway 1. We were together around 4.5 hours and had a ball. Dave is super knowledgeable, very funny and took the lead in deciding the best spots to stop, which was perfect. Unfortunately the heavy sea mist put pay to the stunning Big Sur views, but we both had a giggle about that too - can't be helped! As a solo traveller this is a pricy outing (approx £500 for half a day), but if you want to see things you'd otherwise not have an opportunity to unless you drove, I would highly recommend and you absolutely won't regret it! I will definitely be getting in touch with Dave if I return to the area (hopefully on a less misty day!)
Written August 27, 2022
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lmpnova
Arlington, Virginia17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Friends
Even though the weather was foggy, Dave made sure we had a good trip. He took us on the 17-mile drive and he stopped at places we wanted to for pictures and let us walk around. He shared stories about the area and pointed out things of interest we would have otherwise missed. On our way to Carmel, I found a place on Google Maps to stop and have ice cream and he took us there and then walked with us and we explored the area on foot a bit until the tour time was up. On our way back he took the (literal) scenic route in Carmel before returning to our hotel. We returned to Carmel the next day with an Uber to further explore places that we got to see the day before on tour. He was also very accommodating with my mom who has some trouble walking. Thank you Dave!
Written May 19, 2023
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CharleneR398
San Jose, CA27 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021
Big Sur had been on my "bucket list" for quite some time. My husband was going to be golfing for the day, so I was looking for a sightseeing option that would meet my needs for the day. After thinking about a tour with Big Sur Tours and More for many years, I decided to splurge and do it.

I contacted Dave via email, and he quickly responded to my inquiry. We selected a day, time, and pickup point via email. Dave was very flexible in regard to a pickup point and was able to accommodate picking me up from Poppy Hills Golf Course.

Dave knew it was important we leave early on a weekend to ensure we find places to park at the different stops, as it gets very, very busy. Dave was on time and his car was immaculate. Dave had bottled water available for our journey ahead. Although I was by myself, I immediately felt comfortable with Dave, and it was like touring with your best friend. Dave customizes the tour for exactly what you want to see, and does not mix guests from different groups, so the tour is just for you.

I had been to Monterey and Carmel many times, but Dave showed me spots I had never seen, before we headed down to Big Sur. Although the day was foggy, Big Sur is beautiful in all weather conditions. During our "pit stops", Dave was always very patient, and I could spend as much time as I wanted in the shops. Dave knows many of the folks at the various stops along the way and knows exactly where to stop for photos. Dave was gracious enough to hike down to some of the spots with me just to take a photo of me with the beautiful scenery in the background. Dave has some great ideas for posing for photo ops as well. Some of the stops, I would never have thought to stop at if I were on my own. Dave has a thorough knowledge of the area and is fun to talk to.

After the tour, Dave provided me an email summary of everything we'd seen. For a fun, informative, fantastic tour, I highly recommend Dave. Thank you, Dave, for a great day of beautiful scenery, stimulating conversation, great photo ops, and an all around fantastic experience.
Written September 20, 2021
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Flyer51291
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Couples
We are planning to visit Big Sur again.

We enjoyed our tour with Dave some time ago, for the most part. We did see what we asked to see, and it was exciting. But he also wasted our time promoting his business by visiting an art gallery, a municipal office, and 2 hotels, which were not on our itinerary. He should do promotions when he is not being paid big money by clientele.

I am looking for another guide for this trip, but not because of his promotional work. Dave is in his mid 70’s now, and Big Sur driving is challenging. We want a driver in his/her prime to tackle Hwy 1, a treacherous drive.

Any recommendations for other Big Sur guides? Thanks!
Written April 7, 2023
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primpops
York, UK307 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
Communication with Dave was excellent before our trip. We wanted a tour of big Sue as we were apprehensive of driving that bit of coastline. He was prompt with a lovely clean vehicle. Dave took us about 100 miles in total and was very informative during the journey. He did exactly as we asked and we particularly enjoyed the Redwood Forest. We had four hours and Dave was fun and chatty and full of recommendations. It’s quite a pricey trip but was worth it in our opinion Thanks Dave
Written June 11, 2023
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Tim
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
My wife and I went on Dave's Big Sur Tour and it was the highlight of our vacation. Dave came highly recommended from our hotel concierge and he did not disappoint. Dave picked us up from our hotel and was instant entertainment from the minute we got in his car. Dave has many stories and is very funny. He took us to Big Sur and allowed my wife to see the redwood trees. He took us to some amazing sites in Carmel too. Overall, we had a blast. I highly recommend Dave. He was a best in class guide the entire time
Written May 5, 2024
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Ann C.
Chagrin Falls, OH1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Couples
We agree that Dave is a great guide and a real mensch! We spent six lovely hours driving through Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur. We had a delicious lunch with Dave at Nepenthe, a place with spiritual presence and staggering beauty. Dave took us into the Cypress Inn in Carmel, a real charmer. It was owned by Doris Day and she welcomed dogs into the hotel, which is filled with paintings and sculptures of mainly poodles along with memorabilia and photos of her storied career. We will be staying there on our next trip to Carmel, hopefully next month. We may even book another tour with Dave during our short visit.
Ann and Allen
Cleveland, Ohio
Written October 24, 2021
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mburney
Boston3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Solo
I was only in Monterey for 2 days but knew I had to see Big Sur. I was by myself and really didn’t want to do the drive solo, afraid I’d miss the scenery. I am SO GLAD I decided to do a tour with Dave. It was definitely the highlight of my trip. I learned a lot about the area and Carmel and Pebble Beach. I was able to fully experience more beauty than could ever be put into words. My tour was personalized and Dave knew all the spots to stop and get out for a better look. I would highly recommend Dave as a tour guide for anyone wanting to enjoy all Big Sur and the spectacular central CA coast has to offer. Dave is a really great guy who was fun to be with for 5 hours and I appreciate this experience immensely!!
Written February 27, 2020
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Bonniejo H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021 • Family
"Dave Knows All the Good Places"
Cousin Krissy & l wanted to see the sites of Big Sur & Carmel. Krissy had never visited this area & l had been here briefly in 1967. Dave & Big SurTours were highly recommended to us by an employee of Hyatt Carmel Highlands. We were assured that Dave's tour would not disappoint us.
We booked, completed our tour with Dave, & find this to be an understatement. Not only does "Dave Know the Best Places", his friendly professional manner & deep knowledge of this area's history make Dave's Big Sur Tour educational as well as fun.
Yea Dave! We highly recommend Big Sur Tours!!
BJ Hunt & K Etzenhouser
Written September 18, 2021
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824mlee
Henderson, TX2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
Oh, what a treat! We wanted to drive to Big Sur from Carmel, but did not want to actually drive on all the curvy mountain roads. I contacted Dave, and he delivered! He replied to my email(s) promptly, asked what all we wanted to do and how much time we had, and offered suggestions. The day of our tour he drove us all over the place while telling us stories about what we were seeing, and basically giving us the royal treatment! My only regret is that it was pretty foggy most of the day, and I was too busy soaking it all up and didn't take my usual 1000+ pictures! The best part was that my husband also got to enjoy the drive because he was not the one driving! Thanks, Dave!
Written July 14, 2022
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