Private Big Sur Day Tours from Paso Robles
Big Sur is one of the most powerful and breathtaking stretches of coastline in the world — and from Paso Robles, it's closer than most people realize. Our private Big Sur day tours take you along Highway 1 with a knowledgeable local driver who knows where to stop, where to pull over for the best views, and where the crowds don't go.
No rental car stress, no white-knuckling winding cliff roads. Just pure California coastal beauty, at your own pace, with someone who's done this route hundreds of times.
Explore the Outdoors with Us
Private transportation from Paso Robles or surrounding SLO County towns
Custom route with stops chosen for your group — hidden beaches, jade hunting at Jade Cove, McWay Falls, Bixby Creek Bridge, and more
Flexible pacing — spend more time at the spots that move you
Local driver knowledge: best times, best viewpoints, current road conditions
Available as a standalone day tour or combined with wine tasting before or after
What to Expect on a Big Sur Tour
Popular Stops on Our Big Sur Tours
One of the most photographed bridges in California, and for good reason. We time our approach for the best light and a clear shot without the parking chaos.
Bixby Creek Bridge
Few visitors know about Jade Cove, where you can find genuine jade stones along the rocky shoreline. It's a highlight for adventurous groups.
Jade Cove
Sitting at the southern tip of Big Sur, Ragged Point is one of the most dramatic pullover spots. The Ragged Point Inn sits right on the cliff's edge and their restaurant and café are a perfect lunch or coffee stop mid-tour.
Ragged Point
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A full Big Sur day tour from Paso Robles typically runs 8 to 10 hours depending on how many stops your group wants. We recommend an early start to maximize daylight and avoid peak traffic on Highway 1.
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Highway 1 through Big Sur is dramatic but well-maintained. Our drivers navigate it regularly and know which sections require extra care. We monitor road conditions before every tour — closures due to slides do occasionally happen, and we'll always let you know in advance.
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Yes — a popular option is a morning wine tour in Paso Robles followed by an afternoon coastal drive, or vice versa. It makes for an incredible full Central Coast day! There are some spots, like Hearst Winery and Epoch, that are along the way.
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Layers are essential — Big Sur can be 20 degrees cooler than Paso Robles. Comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and sunscreen. We handle everything else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer
It is important to understand that Paso Robles Wine Tours LLC is not licensed or insured as a wilderness guide. For this reason, we can’t facilitate physically aggressive activities like rock climbing, kayaking etc. It is also important to understand that Paso Robles Wine Tours LLC is a TCP authority chartered party carrier and as such is only providing transportation and itinerary planning services for these tours, and does not make any claims to be a professional wilderness guiding service or to be trained or knowledgeable in wilderness activities themselves. While your tour guide will accompany you on any hike or forest exploration activities, we can’t be responsible for your safety with regard to activities outside of the scope of transportation.
