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Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours

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Charleston, United States
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icon2 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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iconOffered in: English
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Overview

This private sightseeing tour of Charleston offers a local perspective on the most charming city in the South. Beat the crowds of bus tours and go where carriage rides can’t as your licensed guide drives you around the peninsula in the comfort of a private vehicle. As you drive past top sights like Waterfront Park and the Battery, hear stories of Charleston history and culture in the Holy City.
  • Private Charleston sightseeing tour
  • Tour the peninsula in a comfortable private vehicle
  • Ideal overview of Charleston for first-time visitors
  • All transportation included with hotel pickup and drop-off
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Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
I pick up from most locations, including vacation rentals.

Ports

  • Charleston Cruise Terminal


  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY Jeff Zimmerman
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Face masks provided for travelers
See all safety measures taken by Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
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Excellent tour with Chareston tours in a Nutshell.
Janelle_H
, Jan 2022
The tour experience with Jeff was great. Four family members took the tour together. Jeff's knowledge of Charleston made the city come to life. We learned so much. Especially enjoyed the architecture and seeing the Citadel. We would highly recommend this tour.
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Charleston in a day
Cetty_W
, Jan 2022
Jeff was extremely knowledgeable. Friendly and professional. We came away knowing much more then we could have imagined.
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Thank you Cetty. Please come back!
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Beautiful tour of Charleston
Gary_T
, Dec 2021
The most memorable part was the entire experience. Jeff's knowledge of the history of "Charles town"is unmatchable. I recommend this private tour to anyone who lives or visits Charleston.
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Thank you Gary. Please come again!
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Delightful Charleston experience.
Lavenia_D
, Dec 2021
Jeff’s knowledge of the city historically and architecturally was impressive and delightfully presented. We highly recommend this tour.
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Thank you Lavenia. Please come again!
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An Enjoyable Experience All Around
Stuart_Z
, Dec 2021
Jeff was knowledgeable and interesting on a host of topics. He knew the history, architecture, botanical, and economics of everything Charleston related. Well worth the money if you want a leisurely paced tour of all things Charleston.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Thank you Stuart. So glad you enjoyed the experience!
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Well worth it!!
Linda_T
, Nov 2021
Jeff, our guide, was very knowledgeable, friendly, & organized in his presentation. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing this beautiful city, took loads of pictures but they are not yet ready for presentation. As I quickly reviewed them, it brought back all of Jeff’s remarks. My friends & I are very happy we made this decision to drive from Myrtle Beach to experience this tour & highly recommend it to all.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Thank you Linda. Please come again!
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The only way to tour Charleston
Jason_E
, Nov 2021
Great Tour! The only way to really see Charleston. We were able to sk questions and stop and go in some of the sites. We had such a wonderful time.
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We had a great tour. It...
Angie_E
, Oct 2021
We had a great tour. It was just enough of what we needed and the highlights of the sea. Highly recommend.
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Thank you Angie. Please come again!
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Only way to see Charleston today.
Gus_B
, Sep 2021
For a very informative and fact-filled two hours, this is the only way to get to know the city in air- conditioned comfort, while limiting the amount of people you share the tour with, especially on a hot day with rain chances. Had done the carriage tour before and, while quite pleasant, not as personalized or comfortable as this option. While at a price premium, all 4 of us thought it worthwhile.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Thank you Gus, great pleasure meeting you. Please come again!
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The perfect way to get introduced to Charleston
Kathleen_B
, Sep 2021
We chose this tour because it was a relaxing way to get oriented in the city. Being picked up at our hotel was such a luxury and we were surprised at how much we were able to see in 2 hours. Without this tour we would not have seen some of Charleston because we chose not to rent a car. We highly recommend Jeff, he is personable and loves what he does.
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