Monterey Bay Inn to Inn Trekking

Coastal hiking holiday around the magnificent Monterey Bay in California

WALK THE BAY is a complete holiday package that includes amazing walks, fabulous lodging, and carefree days of exploration along the coastline of the Monterey Bay. You will walk the entire coastline of the Monterey Bay over this 6 day holiday. WALK THE BAY begins in Santa Cruz, known for it’s surfing and beach culture, and ends in Monterey, a historic and scenic coastal town. Deluxe lodging, breakfasts and lunches, and logistics are all included in your holiday. Uniquely designed in the European style of hiking inn to inn, this walk is done entirely on foot. All of the inns are on your route, just steps from the beach. The rooms chosen are quite comfortable, many with fireplaces and all the amenities of a fine hotel.

Walk the Bay is self-guided, meaning that you travel with your own family or friends, not with a tour of strangers. We provide you with a complete itinerary, including custom maps and detailed notes. You will have a local guide available by phone, if necessary. Enjoy the freedom to manage your own time.

We arrange luggage transport between inns and provide a hearty breakfast and packed lunch. This allows you to enjoy your walk each day with just a simple day pack. At a leisurely pace, with time for photographing, birdwatching, or beachcombing, you will reach your next destination within 5 to 7 hours.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Itinerary Details

The entire trip will be completed without the use of any vehicles. You and your two feet will accomplish this spectacular journey. All hotels, restaurants and services are minutes away from the walking route.

Day One: Meet in the afternoon at The Dream Inn in Santa Cruz. If arriving by air, shuttle service will be reserved for you at your expense. Spend the afternoon cycling, surfing, boating, fishing, swimming, or sightseeing. Lighthouse Point, Steamer’s Lane, The Wharf and the Boardwalk, are all minutes away by foot. Orientation and welcome meeting in the evening. Dinner on your own at a great selection of nearby ocean view restaurants.

Day Two: Santa Cruz to Aptos (10 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel and early morning start beginning at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Walk along the Wharf, Boardwalk, past Natural History Museum and through the Yacht Harbor. Walk scenic beaches and quiet sidewalks past Pleasure Point and into Capitola. You'll pick up lunch at a local market. Walk along paths and beaches past the historic cement ship to Aptos and your waterfront resort accommodations. Dinner on your own at the resort or nearby restaurants within walking distance.

Day Three: Aptos to Moss Landing (12 miles)
Breakfast at your hotel and early morning start along pristine beaches to Pajaro River (8.5 miles). You'll pick up lunch at a local market. Continue on beach to the quaint fishing town of Moss Landing. (3.5 miles) Walk to nautical themed bed and breakfast. Dinner on your own at several local restaurants within walking distance.

Day Four: Moss Landing to Marina (7.5 miles)
Breakfast at your B&B and a late morning start. All day walking along relatively empty beaches. Enjoy packed lunch that you select at a local market. Forever views, excellent beachcombing, solitude….Arrive at beachfront hotel nestled in the dunes in early afternoon. Dinner on your own at the beachfront resort.

Day Five: Marina to Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf (12.5 miles)
Breakfast delivered to your room and mid morning start along the beach or optional paved path. After several hours you will have the option of continuing on dedicated walking path through dunes Your guide will meet you with a picnic lunch. You may walk the entire distance on the sand. Arrive at your Cannery Row hotel and enjoy the sights and sounds of Monterey.

Day Six: Monterey (optional walks to Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach)
Breakfast at your hotel. Enjoy whale watching, historic tours, visit the aquarium, or take an optional walk to Pacific Grove and/or Pebble Beach. Depart.

Other Details

Accommodation Details

Our hotels along the route

The Dream Inn, Santa Cruz
Seascape Resort, Aptos
Captain's Inn, Moss Landing
Sanctuary Beach Resort, Marina
Monterey Bay Inn, Monterey

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

Any Sunday from May through October. Some weeks are much better for beach walking due to tidal conditions. Please inquire as to best weeks to take this trek.

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