What to do and see in Coastal South Carolina, Coastal South Carolina: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Most Tours in Charleston will take out 20 people on a tour. I keep my tours smaller and max out at 10 people. By having smaller groups it allows my guests to have a more personalized and unique experience. You get me, an experienced tour guide (Adam Moore) as your tour guide. I do every tour so you can be assured you will be getting the real deal :) So grab a coffee and get your day started off right with a morning history tour of beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. I will provide Intricate and detailed history, plus great storytelling and personality on our tour. Again, I like to keep these tours smaller in size to encourage conversations and questions.

Inclusions: Good Stories and a Great Time!, History From a Licensed & Experienced Tour Guide, History From a University Of South Carolina History Graduate, 10 People Or Less

Exclusions: Admission Inside The Old Ryan Slave Mart, Admission Inside The Old Exchange Building

Charleston's only chef led historic walking tour, cooking demonstration and lunch! Our experience begins with a 90 minute food history walking tour in the historic district, followed by a cooking demonstration, lunch & paired wine tasting at the popular local's spot Bistro a Vin. It's led by Charleston's only South Carolina Chef Ambassador & Palmetto Guild Certified tour guide, Forrest Parker. Leading the teams at some of Charleston's most iconic restaurants, Parker has been called a "visionary who calls upon the culture, history & flavor traditions of South Carolina to create heritage-infused experiences." Parker was recognized by then Governor Nikki Haley as a S.C. Chef Ambassador in 2016, a capstone for a culinary career that began in 1995. Chef Forrest invites you to take the path less traveled; to see, touch, sip and taste the Undiscovered Charleston!

Inclusions: Chef Forrest will demonstrate how to prepare three of his recipes with heritage Lowcountry ingredients then serve you lunch with carefully curated wine pairings from Bistro a Vin., Cooking Demonstration by Chef Forrest Parker, Bistro Au Vin provides wine tasting pours paired with Chef Forrest's recipes. (Additional wine available for purchase on consumption.), For those who do not wish to have wine, Charleston sweet tea and filtered water will be available., Each guest will leave with copies of Chef Forrest's recipes., 90-minute walking tour of Charleston's historic district

Exclusions: Gratuities

You will be swept up in the 500 year history of Beaufort, the jewel of the south. You will hear of Indian massacres, Pirates, Slaves, planters wealthy beyond belief, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, a great fire, a catastrophic hurricane, and the wonderful stories of the brave and tenacious people of Beaufort.

Inclusions: Guide

Exclusions:

Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston. Along the way, your guide will describe the long history, unique culture, architecture, and geography of Charleston and the greater lowcountry area, painting a detailed picture of how Charleston's tumultuous past formed the city now beloved by travelers the world over. You'll view some of the city's oldest houses of worship, burial sites, theaters, the forts of Charleston harbor, and the antebellum mansions that look out across the waters of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, among many other historic and picturesque sites. Our guides also offer their expert advice on other activities, restaurants, and bars for guests to explore once they've finished their tour.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Not included in your ticket price are any parking fees if you choose to drive to your tour. Gratuity is optional, but gratefully accepted.

Explore some of Charleston's enchanting alleys and hidden passageways on this small group, 2-hour walking tour. With our small group tours, you are guaranteed a more intimate and up-close experience. Charleston's alleyways are fortunately located within the popular historic district which allows us to include some well known points of interest on the tour and go a little "off the beaten path” while exploring the history and beauty of Charleston's enchanting alleyways. Generally, we include between four to six different alleyways/passages as well as popular points of interest like Rainbow Row and of course, tons of history! These pedestrian passageways are often overlooked, but walking along these cobbled paths is an opportunity to appreciate Charleston's rich history and hidden, more intimate charms.

Inclusions: 2-Hour Hidden Alleyways & Passages Guided Walking Tour of Charleston, Small-Group for a more personalized experience, Go "off the beaten path" and explore the history and beauty of Charleston's enchanting alleyways, See a few top Charleston sites along route such as Rainbow Row, Professional/Local Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Learn about Beaufort's 300 years of rich history on this 1-hour tour. While riding in our new 8 passenger Yamaha golf cart, see beautiful antebellum homes and scenic views. Explore the town where famous movies were filmed, such as Forrest Gump, The Big Chill, and Great Santini on this exciting tour!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by 8 passenger Yamaha golf cart

Exclusions: Gratuities

Tour in comfort and safety as we show you the beauty of the Holy City. Let us do the driving as you relax and watch as 300 years of history pass by your window. Our guide will escort you and your group through the historic streets of Charleston. You will see the beautiful buildings and churches of the queen city of the south in air conditioned comfort.

Inclusions: Charleston Sightseeing Tour via luxury minibus, Professional Guide, Air-conditioned transportation, Complimentary bottle of water, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off offered by request ONLY (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Come relax & enjoy Beaufort the way it was meant to be seen, listen to the Clippity-Clop of our gentle horses while our tour guides share their love of Beaufort & its History with you. * Completely Narrated Tour of Old Beaufort SC *55 min duration *Horse drawn Carriage Tour *Passes by all major historical sites in Old Beaufort. *Voted # 1 Historical Tour *Voted # 1 Favorite Tour

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Parking Fees and Gratuities

Become a paranormal investigator using real tools of the trade while exploring one of the most haunted cities in America. K-II EMF Meter Thermal Imaging Camera Several types of spirit boxes Laser Grids Mel REM Meter And more! The next day, you will have access to all data recorded on the investigation: Thermal imaging video Spirit box recordings Audio recording Digital photos Full Analysis of the findings And more! No two guests will use the same type of device to ensure the maximum capability of capturing evidence. Your host will share local haunting stories and full tutorials about using each device. This tour is limited to 10 guests for full interaction with your guide. All ages welcome to participate. This is not your average ghost storytelling tour, this is an interactive experience for all to learn the history of Charleston by being part of the story. Comfortable walking shoes are a must for this tour.

Inclusions: Ghost Hunting Equipment, Data collected from the ghost hunt including thermal video,audio,etc! This is a full investigation.

Exclusions:

Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Visit several one-of-a-kind places, including the First African Baptist Church, the Praise House, Mary Fields School (memorialized in Pat Conroy’s ‘The Water is Wide’) and the site of the Bloody Point Lighthouse.

Inclusions: Golf Cart, Boat ride there and back, Historian, Guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off