Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise Daytime or Sunset Harbor Cruise
ID: GYG99081-140511
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Climb aboard the historic “Carolina Belle” and coast along the Charleston Harbor for a relaxing cruise. You’ll learn about the rich history of Charleston, passing a multitude of landmarks and points-of-interest.
Cruise through the Charleston Harbor on an old-fashioned 1920s-Bay-Steamer-replica yacht. Enjoy live narration from the captain and purchase treats from a fully-stocked drink and snack bar. See the Civil and Revolutionary war sights and keep an eye out for dolphins.
Relax in the enclosed observatory or on the partially-covered upper deck. Listen carefully as your captain guides you on a journey through more than 300 years of American history. You’ll pass by 75 landmarks and points-of-interest on this 20-mile trip.
Get close-up views of the “Holy City,” including Fort Sumter - where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Glide past Confederate and Union army forts and see the famous “Fighting Lady” of World War II.
Pass by remnants of the Civil and Revolutionary wars and look for local wildlife like dolphins and pelicans splashing nearby. Choose between indoor or outdoor seating.
Highlights
- Cruise along the historic Charleston Harbor aboard a replica 1920s-Bay-Steamer
- Discover more than 75 landmarks and points-of-interest
- See Fort Sumter - where the first shots of the Civil War were fired
- Look for dolphins and pelicans
- Use a fully-stocked drinks and snack bar where you can purchase food and drinks
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please dress appropriately according to the weather
• Temperature on the water is significantly lower than on land
• You may want to bring a sweater during the cooler months
• This tour is non refundable
Meet at Charleston Maritime Center. The closest parking is at the South Carolina Aquarium Parking Garage, 24 Calhoun Street.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
