Experience the Magic of Hearst Castle Tours

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including towering Redwood trees, an elephant seal observation deck, and...

• Big Sur
• Bixby Bridge
• Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
• Hearst Castle
• McWay Falls
• Morro Bay
• Pfeiffer Beach
• Point Lobos
• Elephant Seal Vista Point

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels, How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time., Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account., Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour., Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips., Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date., Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule., Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore., Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline., Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged., Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email., ⚠️ Important Update: Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) is currently closed between Big Sur and Ragged Point due to ongoing repairs from the Regent’s Slide. This 6.8-mile section is impassable. For the latest updates, please visit the Caltrans site., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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

Drive the Pacific Coast Highway from Monterey to San Luis Obispo with a tour that plays from your phone as the coast unfolds. Choose when to start, where to stop, and how long to stay at each stop. Experience the dramatic beauty of Big Sur, one of California’s most iconic coastal regions, as you fo...

• Garrapata State Park
• Rocky Creek Bridge
• Bixby Bridge
• Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
• Henry Miller Memorial Library
• Partington Cove
• Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
• Big Creek Cove Vista Point
• Limekiln State Park
• Sand Dollar Beach
• Salmon Creek Falls Trail
• Ragged Point
• Elephant Seal Vista Point
• Hearst Castle
• Moonstone Beach
• Cambria
• Harmony
• Estero Bluffs State Park
• Cayucos State Beach
• Morro Rock
• Tidelands Park

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app., The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival., Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance., Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device, Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting, The tour can be driven in either direction: northbound or southbound., Bathroom stops and restaurant recommendations are included along the route., Check road conditions before departing, as Highway 1 closures can occur due to landslides, storms, or wildfires.

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