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Birding At Monterey Bay

Program No. 11812RJ

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On Campus Private BathClean, comfortable, dormitory lodgings with access to a private bathroom. On Campus UpgradedUpgraded on-campus faculty housing. Accommodations are newly constructed and feature a large room, queen beds and a private bath.

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6 days

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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starting at

2,219

per person

Sunday, Nov 8, 2026

Friday, Nov 13, 2026

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2,299

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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2,299

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2027

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

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Sunday, Feb 14, 2027

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

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Taxes and customary gratuity

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2,319

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

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Taxes and customary gratuity

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1,999

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Sunday, Mar 21, 2027

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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2,319

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Sunday, Mar 21, 2027

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

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Taxes and customary gratuity

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1,999

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Sunday, Apr 18, 2027

Friday, Apr 23, 2027

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6 days

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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starting at

1,999

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Sunday, Apr 18, 2027

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6 days

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

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2,319

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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starting at

1,999

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Monday, May 3, 2027

Saturday, May 8, 2027

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Itinerary Note: This departure starts on a Monday.

Duration

6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Monday, May 3, 2027

Saturday, May 8, 2027

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2,319

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Itinerary Note: This departure starts on a Monday.

Duration

6 days

5 nights

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Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

2,319

per person

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Monday, May 3, 2027

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Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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1,999

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Sunday, Sep 12, 2027

Friday, Sep 17, 2027

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6 days

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15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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1,999

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Sunday, Sep 12, 2027

Friday, Sep 17, 2027

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6 days

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Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

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2,319

per person

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Sunday, Sep 12, 2027

Friday, Sep 17, 2027

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6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Sunday, Oct 3, 2027

Friday, Oct 8, 2027

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Itinerary Note: Meals: 14 total (5B, 1BR, 4L, 4D) This program date is Micro Group, featuring our smallest group size with 12 participants or fewer, and takes place at the same time as the Big Band Workshop on Hidden Valley's campus. This features a Big Band Concert and Dance at the end of the week.

Duration

6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

14 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 4D )

3 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Sunday, Oct 3, 2027

Friday, Oct 8, 2027

1 Participant

Private Room

Micro Group

starting at

2,319

per person

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Duration

6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

14 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 4D )

3 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

2,319

per person

Select Date

Sunday, Oct 3, 2027

Friday, Oct 8, 2027

2 Participants

Micro Group

starting at

1,999

per person

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Duration

6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

14 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 4D )

3 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

2 performances

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Sunday, Nov 7, 2027

Friday, Nov 12, 2027

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starting at

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Duration

6 days

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Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Sunday, Nov 7, 2027

Friday, Nov 12, 2027

1 Participant

Private Room

starting at

2,319

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Duration

6 days

5 nights

What's Included

Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

2,319

per person

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Sunday, Nov 7, 2027

Friday, Nov 12, 2027

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6 days

5 nights

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Included

15 meals ( 5B, 1BR, 4L, 5D )

4 expert-led lectures

6 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

starting at

1,999

per person

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Traveling by Air

Plane

Arrival day is on Sunday, February 14, 2027.

Meet the group at Lubow Lodge in Carmel Valley, CA (or whichever lodging you choose).

Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. campus check-in; 5:00 p.m. Welcome Reception; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner & Orientation.

Your trip ends on: Friday, February 19, 2027 in Carmel Valley, CA at Lubow Lodge (or whichever lodging you choose).

End of Trip: 11:00 a.m. after brunch; 11:00 a.m. campus check-out.

Ground Transportation Options

Program Arrival Airport

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 20-25 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 12 miles .

Uber / Lyft

Ride Share

Because Carmel Valley is located out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip.

Program Arrival Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 3 hours .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 100 miles .

Groome Transportation

Commercial Van/Shuttle

Phone: 8313737777

Cost: Please contact transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.

*Advanced reservations are required.

Riders should take the shuttle to the Monterey Shuttle Station on Calle Principal in downtown Monterey. Please visit their website for schedules, rates, and to make a reservation. https://groometransportation.com/monterey/ This downtown Monterey stop is located approx. 16 miles from Carmel Valley. Ride shares (Uber & Lyft) and local taxis can be taken from the Monterey Shuttle Station to Hidden Valley. Because Carmel Valley is located out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature or calling a local taxi company in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip. Central Coast Cab Company | (831) 626-3333 California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

Program Arrival Airport

San Jose International Airport (SJC)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 1.5 hours .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 80 miles .

Groome Transportation

Commercial Van/Shuttle

Phone: 8313737777

Cost: Please contact transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.

*Advanced reservations are required.

Program Departure Airport

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

The estimated travel time from the last location is approximately 20-25 minutes .

The estimated distance to the last location is Approximately 12 miles .

Taxi

*Advanced reservations are required.

Because Carmel Valley is out in the countryside, we recommend calling and scheduling your taxi ride in advance. Taxis serving the Monterey Regional Airport are regulated by the Monterey County Regional Taxi Authority and all taxis must be permitted by the Monterey Peninsula Airport District, who monitors taxi activity at the airport. Please note that a $4.00 Airport Surcharge will be assessed to the overall meter rate to and from the airport. The following companies are permitted to operate at Monterey Regional Airport: California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912 https://www.montereyairport.com/post/ground-transportation

Program Departure Airport

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

The estimated travel time from the last location is approximately 20-25 minutes .

The estimated distance to the last location is Approximately 12 miles .

Uber / Lyft

Ride Share

*Advanced reservations are required.

Because Carmel Valley is out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip.

Program Departure Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The estimated travel time from the last location is approximately 3 hours .

The estimated distance to the last location is Approximately 100 miles .

Groome Transportation

Commercial Van/Shuttle

Phone: 8313737777

*Advanced reservations are required.

Riders will need to take a taxi or ride share from Carmel Valley to the Monterey Shuttle Station on Calle Principal in downtown Monterey (approx. 16 miles). The Monterey shuttle station is where the Groome Transport will pick up to go to the airport. Please visit their website for schedules, rates, and to make a reservation. https://groometransportation.com/monterey/ Because Carmel Valley is located out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature or calling a local taxi company in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip. Central Coast Cab Company | (831) 626-3333 California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

Program Departure Airport

San Jose International Airport (SJC)

The estimated travel time from the last location is approximately 2 - 2.5 hours .

The estimated distance to the last location is Approximately 80 miles .

Groome Transportation

Commercial Van/Shuttle

Phone: 8313737777

*Advanced reservations are required.

Program Arrival Airport

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 20 - 25 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 12 miles .

Taxi

Cost: Please call transfer services directly for rates. Prices subject to change.

*Advanced reservations are not required.

Taxis serving the Monterey Regional Airport are regulated by the Monterey County Regional Taxi Authority and all taxis must be permitted by the Monterey Peninsula Airport District, who monitors taxi activity at the airport. https://www.montereyairport.com/post/ground-transportation Please note that a $4.00 Airport Surcharge will be assessed to the overall meter rate to and from the airport. No reservations are needed. The following companies are permitted to operate at Monterey Regional Airport: California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

Program Arrival Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 2 - 2.5 hours .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 114 miles .

Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Sixt, Hertz, National, Thrifty

Car Rentals

*Advanced reservations are required.

Please visit https://www.flysfo.com/passengers/ground-transportation/rental-cars for more information about car rentals available from San Francisco's Airport Rental Car Center.

Program Arrival Airport

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 20-25 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 12 miles .

Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National

Car Rentals

*Advanced reservations are required.

Monterey Regional Airport offers a variety of car rental providers and convenient access to rental car service from Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National. Please visit the MRY website for detailed information about car rentals. https://www.montereyairport.com/post/car-rentals

Program Arrival Airport

San Jose International Airport (SJC)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 1.5 - 2 hours .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 80 miles .

Alamo, Avid, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty, National

Car Rentals

*Advanced reservations are required.

Please visit https://www.flysanjose.com/rental-cars for more information about car rentals available at San Jose International Airport.

Traveling by Train

Train

Arrival day is on 2/14/2027.

Meet the group at Lubow Lodge in Carmel Valley, CA.

Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. campus check-in; 5:00 p.m. Welcome Reception; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner & Orientation.

Your trip ends on: Friday, February 19, 2027 in Carmel Valley, CA at Lubow Lodge.

End of Trip: 11:00 a.m. after brunch; 11:00 a.m. campus check-out..

Program Arrival

Station: Salinas Amtrak

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 35 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 25 miles .

Transportation Options From the Train Station

Local Taxis, Ride Sharing Apps

Taxi

*Advanced reservations are not required.

The Salinas Amtrak Station is located approximately 25 miles from Carmel Valley. You will need to take a local taxi or ride share from the Amtrak station to campus. Because Carmel Valley is located out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature or calling a local taxi company in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip. Central Coast Cab Company | (831) 626-3333 California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

Traveling by Car

Car

Arrival day is on 2/14/2027.

Meet the group at Lubow Lodge in Carmel Valley, CA (or & nbsp;whichever lodging you choose).

Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. campus check-in; 5:00 p.m. Welcome Reception; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner & Orientation.

Your trip ends on: Friday, February 19, 2027 in Carmel Valley, CA at Lubow Lodge (or whichever lodging you choose).

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Parking

Ample free parking is available.

Directions

Anywhere

Hidden Valley is located exactly 11.2 miles east of Hwy 1 on the Carmel Valley Road (G-16) in Carmel Valley, California. Traveling east on G-16, Hidden Valley is located on the right side just past Ford Road. The campus entrance is distinguished by a hand-carved sign denoting Hidden Valley, An Institute of the Arts. Traveling on Hwy 101 heading north (from the south), take the Monterey Peninsula exit in Salinas (called Sanborn Road) and follow it west (Sanborn Rd. becomes Blanco Road) to Hwy 68. Turn left onto Hwy 68 (west) and follow it about 9 miles until you see a sign for Laureles Grade (G-20) to Carmel Valley. Turn left onto G-20 and follow it until it ends (6 miles) at Carmel Valley Road. Turn left again and follow it to Hidden Valley (approx. 2 miles). Traveling on Hwy 101 heading south (from the north), Take the Monterey Peninsula/Hwy 156 exit and follow it west about 5 miles where it will automatically put you onto Hwy 1. Traveling on Hwy 1, simply come to the Carmel Valley Road (just south of Carmel) and once on the Carmel Valley Road, come out 11.2 miles.

Other Info

Other

Arrival day is on 2/14/2027.

Meet the group at Lubow Lodge in Carmel Valley, CA.

Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. campus check-in; 5:00 p.m. Welcome Reception; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner & Orientation.

Your trip ends on: Friday, February 19, 2027 in Carmel Valley, CA at Lubow Lodge.

End of Trip: 11:00 a.m. after brunch; 11:00 a.m. campus check-out..

By Bus

Program Arrival

Salinas Bus Station

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 35 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 25 miles .

Transportation Options to Your Lodgings

Local Taxis, Ride Sharing Apps

Taxi

*Advanced reservations are not required.

Greyhound buses drop off at the Salinas Train Station. The Salinas Amtrak Station is located approximately 25 miles from Hidden Valley's campus in Carmel Valley Village. You will need to take a local taxi or ride share from the Amtrak station to campus. Due to Hidden Valley's secluded location, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature or calling a local taxi company in advance to ensure a driver will be ready to make the trip. Central Coast Cab Company | (831) 626-3333 California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

By Bus

Program Arrival

Carmel Amtrak

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is approximately 20 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 12 miles .

Transportation Options to Your Lodgings

Taxi, Public Bus, Ride Sharing Apps

Taxi

*Advanced reservations are not required.

The Amtrak train has a service which brings people from the Salinas Train Station by bus to an outdoor stop in Carmel (Rio Rd). You must give Carmel as your final destination when purchasing your tickets for the train. You must be able to manage your own luggage to use this service. Because Carmel Valley is located out in the countryside, we recommend using the Apps' Schedule a Ride feature or calling a local taxi company in advance to ensure a driver will be available to make the trip. If using the public bus, please visit https://mst.org/routes/route-24/ for details. Central Coast Cab Company | (831) 626-3333 California Taxi | (831) 238-7372 Green Cab | (831) 757-4211 Marina Taxi Company | (831) 384-3894 Salinas Taxicab Services | (831) 225-4786 Salinas Yellow Cab | (831) 333-1234 VIP Taxi | (831) 540-5912

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