Lowcountry Island Plantation & Gullah Heritage Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Travel back in time to explore the Gullah-Geechee heritage of South Carolina's Sea Islands! On this tour we will visit several areas of Beaufort County and discover it's lone history and unique culture.
On this 3 hour tour, get ready to soak up some history and take in the sights. Discover Lady's Island, St. Helena, Hunting Island, and more! See the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves - a local treasure and National Historic Landmark. Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history. See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah-Geechee culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!
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Additional Information:
Itinerary
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Passes by: BeaufortThe tour starts rom the Beaufort Marina at 1006 Bay St. You can meet in our office at 928 1/2 Bay St as well - look for the Red, White, and Blue rocking chairs.
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Passes by: Lady's IslandSee the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves — a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!
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Passes by: St. Helena's Anglican ChurchSee the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves — a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!
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Passes by: Hunting Island State ParkSee the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves — a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Professional guide
- Tour escort/host
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned bus
- Live commentary on board
Does not include:
- Gratuities
Additional Information:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult's lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembarq
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
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