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Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

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| Monterey & Carmel, USA
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Overview

Discover the charming coastal town of Carmel and savor a series of tantalizing food tastings (which may include wine or a cocktail) on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Your passionate guide will share stories about the history, culture and architecture of Carmel as you stop at restaurants, stylish watering holes and food shops to meet business owners (when available) and sample different food items. You may visit places like a classic European Restaurant, a local tavern serving mixed fermentation brews and modern takes on classic dishes, purveyors of the freshest tortillas on the Monterey Peninsula, and a local producer of confections made from century-old recipes. In general, the tastings add up to an average lunch. Ideal for both tourists and Carmel residents, this tour is a leisurely and tasty way to learn more about this quaint town.

This small group tour is generally limited to 16 people, ensuring more personal attention from your guide.

What's Included

  • All beverages
  • All food samplings (enough for lunch)
  • 3-hour food and wine tasting tour
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Carmel-By-The-Sea
CA 93921, USA

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End point

Mission Street
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA

We end 2-3 blocks from the starting point, depending on the day's itinerary. Our guides are happy to give you specific return instructions, or walk you back if you're not comfortable with navigation.

What To Expect

Sunset Cultural Center

This is the meeting place for Carmel Food Tours. Look for the tall, Gothic-style arch and huge windows. It looks a little like a church, but it's not. When you descend into the courtyard, which is located EXACTLY at the intersection of 9th & San Carlos, you'll be greeted by your tour guide.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carmel Food Tours

Carmel Food Tours is a guided 3-hour, walking, cultural, and tasting tour of beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea. You'll spend time meandering through passageways and corridors, tasting your way along 6-7 restaurants and specialty shops. You will hear local insights and lore from your tour guide, and the afternoon will fly by while you discover new tastes and experiences that range from a honey company started by a 5th grader, to the only restaurant in Carmel that offers tableside preparation.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking; we are unable to provide substitutions without advance notice
  • Minimum age is 21 years for alcohol consumption.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 376 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • All beverages.
  • All food samplings (enough for lunch).
  • 3-hour food and wine tasting tour.
  • Professional foodie guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers who are unable to walk without difficulty or pain
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • All beverages
  • All food samplings (enough for lunch)
  • 3-hour food and wine tasting tour
  • Professional foodie guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers who are unable to walk without difficulty or pain
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking; we are unable to provide substitutions without advance notice
  • Minimum age is 21 years for alcohol consumption.
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers age 3 and up; tour is geared towards adults but well behaved children are welcome
  • Children under the age of 3 should be discussed with tour operator as to the appropriateness of attending.
  • ** We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten- and lactose-free diets with advance notice ONLY. Please inform us of any food allergies at time of booking. We are unable to provide substitutions without advance notice, so please note any special restrictions on your reservation.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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