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Cruise the Pacific Coast Highway in a restored 1972 VW camper, sample four local wines, and stop for ocean views and a classic Malibu pier visit. This private four-hour outing mixes easy driving, short stops, and local history for an accessible coastal experience.
Cruise the Pacific Coast Highway in a restored 1972 VW camper, sample four local wines, and stop for ocean views and a classic Malibu pier visit. This private four-hour outing mixes easy driving, short stops, and local history for an accessible coastal experience.
A low-slung 1972 VW camper hums along the Pacific Coast Highway, salt air pressing through the open windows while the Santa Monica Mountains lean down toward the sea. Riders settle into vinyl seats as the van traces the coastline—sweeping ocean views on one side, sun-baked cliffs on the other—before pausing at a small vineyard tucked into a canyon slope.
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Operated by Fun Surf LA · Malibu, California
A low-slung 1972 VW camper hums along the Pacific Coast Highway, salt air pressing through the open windows while the Santa Monica Mountains lean down toward the sea. Riders settle into vinyl seats as the van traces the coastline—sweeping ocean views on one side, sun-baked cliffs on the other—before pausing at a small vineyard tucked into a canyon slope.
Malibu’s coastline is a chapter in California’s coastal history: ranchos and early tourism in the 1920s gave way to surf culture and hillside vineyards. The geology is straightforward—marine terraces, uplifted shale and sandstone cliffs—yet the changes are visible: wave-cut platforms, narrow coastal benches and the thin ribbon of road that makes the PCH dramatic and intimate.
On this private cruise, the focus is sensory: the driver navigates coastal curves, the guide points out Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach, and guests sample four local wines paired with a simple cheese and salami plate. Culture here blends surf, vineyard craft and quietly protected canyon pockets where native scrub holds on.
Practical guidance: expect a relaxed, accessible four-hour outing with minimal walking—bring layered clothing for wind and sun, and a camera for low-angle coastal light. The operation is private and family-friendly but not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with serious heart conditions. Bookings generally require names and ages; cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Time your trip for late afternoon if you want golden light and calmer traffic, and be prepared to follow local parking and conservation rules while ashore.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal walking required for stops
Yes — the experience is run as a private four-hour tour in a restored VW camper for your group.
No — alcohol is provided for tasting; guests who are driving should limit consumption or arrange a non-driving participant as the designated driver.
Alcohol is for legal-age guests only; bookings ask for ages and full names to verify eligibility.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund; tours may also be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
Malibu began as Spanish and Mexican land grants and evolved into a 20th-century coastal destination; the PCH helped shape its identity as a surf-and-leisure corridor.
Coastal development and visitor pressure are ongoing concerns—stick to marked access points, pack out waste, and respect marine protected areas along Santa Monica Bay.
Fun Surf LA operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A low-slung 1972 VW camper hums along the Pacific Coast Highway, salt air pressing through the open windows while the Santa Monica Mountains lean down toward the sea. Riders settle into vinyl seats as the van traces the coastline—sweeping ocean views on one side, sun-baked cliffs on the other—before pausing at a small vineyard tucked into a canyon slope.
A low-slung 1972 VW camper hums along the Pacific Coast Highway, salt air pressing through the open windows while the Santa Monica Mountains lean down toward the sea. Riders settle into vinyl seats as the van traces the coastline—sweeping ocean views on one side, sun-baked cliffs on the other—before pausing at a small vineyard tucked into a canyon slope.
Malibu’s coastline is a chapter in California’s coastal history: ranchos and early tourism in the 1920s gave way to surf culture and hillside vineyards. The geology is straightforward—marine terraces, uplifted shale and sandstone cliffs—yet the changes are visible: wave-cut platforms, narrow coastal benches and the thin ribbon of road that makes the PCH dramatic and intimate.
On this private cruise, the focus is sensory: the driver navigates coastal curves, the guide points out Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach, and guests sample four local wines paired with a simple cheese and salami plate. Culture here blends surf, vineyard craft and quietly protected canyon pockets where native scrub holds on.
Practical guidance: expect a relaxed, accessible four-hour outing with minimal walking—bring layered clothing for wind and sun, and a camera for low-angle coastal light. The operation is private and family-friendly but not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with serious heart conditions. Bookings generally require names and ages; cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Time your trip for late afternoon if you want golden light and calmer traffic, and be prepared to follow local parking and conservation rules while ashore.