We deal directly with each tour operator, which means we can guarantee you the best price. If within 24 hours of your booking you find the exact same tour elsewhere for a lower price, let us know and we'll refund you the difference!
Savannah to Charleston Bicycle Tour
Duration
7 days
Site savings
$42
From
$4,158 USD
Bike part of the low country, a 200-mile stretch of coastal South Carolina and Georgia, from Savannah to Charleston soaking in the aristocratic charm draped in southern hospitality. This relatively easier cycling trip will take you through some of the enthralling corridors of history including the Wormsloe Plantation ruins, the historic St. Helena island of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s timeless “I have a dream...” speech fame, and an authentic Gullah Geechee Lowcountry boil dinner at a plantation.
- CategoryCultural & Historical
- TypeFully Guided
- Duration7 days
- Culture LevelFamiliar
- Skill Level1 - Beginner
- Activity Level1 - Easy
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainCoastal
- Distance62.1 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance15.5 miles
Best Price Guarantee
No booking or payment fees
Quick Stats
- Duration7 days
- Main DestinationUnited States
- Distance62.1 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance15.5 miles
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainCoastal
Route Map (click to view larger image)
Itinerary Details
- Day 1Savannah, GA
Meet your tour leaders at the luxurious Kimpton Brice Hotel located at the center of Savannah’s historic landmark district. This Southern belle exudes a rustic charm that prompted Condé Nast Traveler to rate it as one of the ‘Top Hotels in the South.’
After a group introduction and bike fitting, explore one of the largest historical landmark districts in the US on an afternoon guided walking tour and revel in Savannah’s fascinating mysteries and Victorian gems. A welcome dinner will be held at the hotel’s own Pacci restaurant, renowned for its Southern fare and Italian classics.
- The Kimpton Brice, Savannah, GA
- Dinner
- Day 2Wormsloe Historic Site
A tranquil ride takes you through the captivating Wormsloe historic site, also known as Wormsloe Plantation. Cycle along a pristine avenue draped with an incredibly photogenic canopy of live Oaks and Spanish moss. Visit the tabby ruin remains to witness the oldest standing structure and estate in Savannah. The ruins happen to be the former home and plantation of Noble Jones, one of the original colonists, who arrived in Savannah with General James Oglethorpe in 1733.
Wormsloe offers a precious glimpse into the lives of Georgia’s earliest European settlers. Opt for one of the well-marked hiking trails through a beautiful coastal forest with sweeping scenic views of a grassy marshland. Later, indulge in a visit to the spa or lounge by the pool at the Brice.
Dinner is on your own tonight. Savor the delectable Southern cuisine options this historic gem has to offer.
- 13.7 - 24.9 miles
- The Kimpton Brice, Savannah, GA
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Day 3Ebenezer Creek Kayaking and Beaufort
Paddle down the sleepy Ebenezer Creek, a tributary of the Savannah River on a kayak this morning. The creek’s meandering flow offers a gentle pace as you paddle past the enchanting forest of swamp tupelos, the best remaining cypress-gum swamp forest in the Savannah river basin. Enjoy a picnic lunch at this national historical landmark, commonly referred to as the Ebenezer Creek Betrayal, when hundreds of freemen perished in its waters during the Civil War.
In the afternoon, depart Savannah and cross the state line to spectacular Beaufort, South Carolina, with its aristocratic antebellum architecture and palatial estates. Located in the heart of Beaufort’s landmark historic district is the Beaufort Inn, a property that boasts quintessential Victorian architecture, carefully manicured gardens, and large open verandas and porches. Dinner this evening is at one of Beaufort’s premier restaurants.
- Beaufort Inn, Beaufort, SC
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 4Beaufort and St. Helena Island
This morning you'll shuttle to the St. Helena Island, where Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote his timeless “I have a dream” speech. Visit the Penn Center, the site of the former Penn School, one of the country’s first schools for formerly enslaved individuals. In the 1960’s it was the hub of social justice, ushering in the Civil Rights Movement with Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conferences. Today, it’s home to the Gullahs, a community that descended from enslaved African Americans of various ethnic groups. Gullah has come to be the accepted name of the islanders in South Carolina, while Geechee refers to the islanders of Georgia. The community initiated a Creole language with strong roots from European and African languages and has since influenced several Southern United States vocabulary and speech patterns.
On the way, you'll stop at Chapel of Ease, an Episcopal church made entirely of oyster shells, known as “tabby”. Built during the Colonial era, these churches delivered sermons to the planters who could not travel to Beaufort for regular services. Later, you'll make your way to Hunting Island, South Carolina’s most popular state park, to explore a variety of land and marine wildlife including a large population of loggerhead turtles, stroll along idyllic beaches, and visit a rustic lighthouse.
Tonight, guests are treated to the highlight of this trip at a plantation: an extravagant Gullah dinner comprising of low country boil of savory crab, crawfish and vegetables.
- 18.6 - 26.1 miles
- The Basin Harbor Club, Vergennes
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 5Charleston, South Carolina
This morning you will take a final ride around the town of Beaufort before traveling to beautiful Charleston, South Carolina, a city whose southern charm is epitomized by cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages. The rest of the day is open to indulge in this whimsical city on your own.
Choose from a fascinating walking tour, take a carriage tour on a mule or horse-drawn carriage of the charming downtown or dine on the best grits or seafood served with a load of gracious Southern hospitality. Accommodation for the rest the trip will be at the extraordinarily elegant French Quarter Inn, one of the most awarded and recognized hotels in Charleston known for its rustic charm.
- 10.6 - 14.9 miles
- French Quarter Inn, Charleston, SC
- Breakfast
- Day 6Fort Moultrie, USS Yorktown and Cold War Submarine Memorial
Today, continue your historical and cultural journey through the south with a bike ride to Fort Moultrie, on Sullivan’s Island. The ride over the Arthur Ravenal bridge affords beautiful views of the city and the harbor. Along the way, visit the USS Yorktown as well as the Cold War Submarine Memorial, built to honor those who served in submarines during the Cold War.
Fort Moultrie was the site of numerous battles during the Revolutionary war, and then once again during the Civil War. The fort has since been restored to highlight its rich history, offering a unique firsthand look into the events that transpired hundreds of years ago. After the day’s ride, enjoy the afternoon on your own to explore the city. Dinner will be at one of Charleston’s most acclaimed restaurants
- 16.8 - 21.1 miles
- The French Quarter Inn, Charleston, SC
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 7Final Day