Charleston Style VIP Tour: Explore Historic Charleston & Surroundings
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Discover Charleston and its surroundings with your own private guide on the Charleston Style VIP Tour. Spend the day exploring historic neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and scenic waterfronts while enjoying personalized attention. This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and charming scenery, all tailored to your preferences.
You'll visit key sites like the Battery, Rainbow Row, and Waterfront Park, along with a charming trip to the Old Village in Mt. Pleasant. In the afternoon, choose between visiting Boone Hall Plantation or the McLeod Historic Site, both rich with history and beauty. Sit back, relax, and let us handle the driving as you soak in the best Charleston has to offer.
Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour with a small group, comfortable transportation, bottled water, and the chance to customize your experience. Please note, lunch costs are not included, giving you the freedom to choose where to dine.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Charleston Style VIP Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 7 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore the highlights of Charleston and Mt. Pleasant.
What’s included in the tour?
Your package includes private transportation, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle. It’s a private experience for up to 6 guests.
Can I customize the tour or choose specific stops?
While the itinerary covers key sites, the private nature of the tour allows some flexibility. You can discuss preferences with your guide beforehand.
Are there any age restrictions?
The tour is suitable for adults aged 10 to 100, making it accessible for most travelers.
Is the tour accessible for people with mobility issues?
Yes, the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, but it’s best to inform us of any specific needs in advance.
What about lunch? Is it included?
Lunch is not included in the tour price. You’ll have the opportunity to choose where to eat during the midday break.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The Battery - visit this historic seawall along Charleston Harbor. White Point Garden, used to store artillery during the Civil War, and the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, where the US Constitution was ratified in 1788, are also included. Guests can explore Marion Square, King Street, and enjoy a lunch break in Downtown Charleston or Mt. Pleasant (lunch not included).
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Stop 2
Rainbow Row - a series of 13 colorful historic homes along the Cooper River. Enjoy an architectural overview of 18th and 19th-century homes, including visits to the Edmonston-Alston House, Aiken-Rhett House, Joseph Manigault House, Heyward-Washington House, Nathaniel Russell House, and Williams Mansion.
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Stop 3
Waterfront Park Pier, once a busy shipping terminal, now offers a relaxing spot with a wide pier extending into the harbor. Gadsden’s Wharf, a significant site during the slave trade, is also included in this stop.
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Stop 4
The Old Village in Mt. Pleasant features beautiful homes, moss-draped live oaks, and stunning waterfront views. Shem Creek, with its lively boardwalk and local wildlife, is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.
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Stop 5
Choose to visit either Boone Hall Plantation, one of America’s oldest plantations still producing crops, or the McLeod Historic Site, a 19th-century plantation with original slave quarters and historic outbuildings.
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup available, or meet at the start point
The Visitor’s Center has a large parking lot and garage. It’s located across Meeting Street from the Charleston Museum.
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Pickup is available from 13 designated hotels. Exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start
- The tour may be canceled due to bad weather
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $350.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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