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Charleston in Comfort: A Small Group City Tour

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Charleston, USA
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Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0
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· Cher_D ·
Feb 2026
What a wonderful tour. The van is neat and clean, slightly cramped if full. Nick was very knowledgeable and informative about the history of Charleston. He wove his way around the city sharing information about the historiy of buildings and the city itself. Highly recommend this tour.
· Coke_R ·
Mar 2026
She did an excellent job covering all of Charleston. Loved it and would do again. Van was in excellent condition and could see everything very well.

Overview

    What's Included

    • Charleston sightseeing tour in a luxurious Sprinter van
    • Professional tour guide/driver
    • Climate controlled transportation
    • True small-group experience
    • All taxes and fees
    • Gratuities
    • Food or drinks
    • Custom pick-ups

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Charleston Visitor Center
      375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

      The tour departs from the Charleston Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29464. Boarding starts at 12:15pm on the bus shed side of the Charleston Visitors Center. There is paid parking on site.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .12:30 pm

    Itinerary

    St. Michael's Church (Pass By)

    Charleston City Market (Pass By)

    Rainbow Row (Pass By)

    St. Philip's Church (Pass By)

    Battery & White Point Gardens (Pass By)

    Edmondston-Alston House (Pass By)

    College of Charleston (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 26 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Awesome tour of charleston

    Coke_R, Mar 2026
    She did an excellent job covering all of Charleston. Loved it and would do again. Van was in excellent condition and could see everything very well.

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and that Darian helped make the experience so memorable. She does a wonderful job sharing the history of Charleston while making sure guests are comfortable and able to see all the highlights of the city. We truly appreciate you choosing Chicora Tours and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Great way to learn about Charleston

    Cher_D, Feb 2026
    What a wonderful tour. The van is neat and clean, slightly cramped if full. Nick was very knowledgeable and informative about the history of Charleston. He wove his way around the city sharing information about the historiy of buildings and the city itself. Highly recommend this tour.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind review and recommendation. I am glad you enjoyed the tour and found the history and stories of Charleston engaging and informative. I also appreciate your honest feedback about the space in the van. We intentionally keep our groups small and cap the number of guests below full vehicle capacity to make the experience as comfortable as possible, but we understand that comfort can feel different for everyone and we will continue looking for ways to improve the experience. Thank you again for choosing Chicora Tours. We hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Best tour if you really want to learn about Charleston history

    Denise_D, Feb 2026
    Matt is so knowledgeable about the history of Charleston - the best tour I’ve ever been on! A definite must.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind review. I am thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and that Matt’s knowledge of Charleston’s history made the tour so memorable. We are very lucky to have him on our team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Charleston city tour

    Constance_C, Feb 2026
    Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The tour was mainly of the downtown area. The mini van was very comfortable and this was a great way to see the city.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and found it to be a great way to see downtown Charleston. Comfort and a smooth experience are always a priority for us. Just as a small clarification, our tour is conducted in a passenger van rather than a minivan, but I truly appreciate the sentiment and am happy you found it comfortable. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Great Tour

    Leona_M, Jan 2026
    Very knowledgeable, courteous, upbeat driver-tour guide who gave us a delightful tour. Highly recommend this tour. Very private.

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and that you found the experience informative, upbeat, and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation. While this is typically a small group tour rather than a private one, we are happy it worked out that day that only your party of three was booked. It was a pleasure hosting your group, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Reminder of how much I love Charleston

    Dani_B, Jan 2026
    Nick was fabulous! I’ve been to Charleston several times and it was so nice to get reintroduced to the great city and see all the important sites. The carriages are limited in exactly where they can go.

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed getting reintroduced to Charleston and seeing the city from a different perspective. One of the advantages of our driving tours is the flexibility to reach areas that carriage tours cannot, and I’m happy that added to your experience. We truly appreciate you choosing Chicora Tours and hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Perfection in 90 minutes on a 16 passenger bus with excellent guides bringing Charleston to life!

    Sherry_H, Jan 2026
    The 90 minute city tour was fascinating and our tour guide made it a memorable experience! Anderson was awesome and humbly let us know all the guides were awesome! Lots of time stopped at places where the stories, needed an extra explanation. We saw all the city with lots of recommendations for restaurants. The 16 passenger bus made the tour less crowded. Use Adventure Tours and you will be well educated about this beautiful little city!

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We are truly glad to hear that you enjoyed the 90-minute city tour and found the experience fascinating, engaging, and memorable. It is wonderful to know that the pacing of the tour and the time spent at key locations helped bring Charleston’s history to life. We did want to gently clarify that this tour was provided by Chicora Tours, not Adventure Sightseeing. While we sincerely appreciate the recommendation, correct attribution is very important for a small, locally owned business like ours. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on another Chicora Tours experience in the future. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Slam DUNK in Charleston!

    Ronnie_R, Aug 2025
    From the Charleston Boat Ride & Dinner, to the tour of Charleston to visiting the International African American Museum, to dinner at Palmiras, the entire weekend was a slam dunks!

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thank you so much for joining our city driving tour and for sharing your experience. It is wonderful to hear that you had a pleasant trip to Charleston. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back on another tour someday. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Charleston Tour

    Martha_V, Aug 2025
    This was an absolutely beautiful experience. Darian is very knowledgeable and so pleasant ! I learned so much about the history of this city . I highly recommend this tour . Thank you for a lovely time .

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so glad to hear you had a beautiful experience and that Darian’s knowledge and pleasant nature helped make the tour so enjoyable. She is wonderful at sharing the rich history of Charleston in a way that is both engaging and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to welcome you back the next time you are in the city. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Wonderful! Highly Recommend

    Robin_W, Aug 2025
    Nick was very knowledgeable. There were many walking tours available but we were very glad we booked the luxury tour - it has been raining for days. Very comfortable van. Would definitely recommend!!

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind review, Robin. I am glad to hear you enjoyed the comfort of the tour and that it was a great fit given the rainy weather. It is always my goal to make the experience both informative and enjoyable, and I appreciate your kind words about the van and the overall tour. Thank you for your recommendation. I would be happy to welcome you back the next time you are in Charleston. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Private Tour - 5 Star Experience

    Madison_C, Aug 2025
    Fantastic experience! So much more personal and enjoyable than a packed tour bus. Nicholas brought Charleston’s history to life, taking us through every major landmark—and even a few hidden gems.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thank you so much for your fantastic review. I am very glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and found it more personal and engaging than a large tour bus. I truly appreciate your kind words about how I was able to bring Charleston’s history to life and share both the well-known landmarks and a few hidden gems. While this particular tour is normally a small group experience rather than a private one, I am happy it felt personal and tailored to you during your visit. Your feedback means a great deal, and I would be delighted to welcome you back the next time you are in Charleston. Thank you Madison! Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Look No Further. Just Book!

    Chiniqua_R, Jul 2025
    Nick was AMAZING!! He made sure that my husband and I were comfortable and the tour was so informative! Touring with this company is a great way to beat the heat and tour the city with air conditioning!! Nick is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Charleston, great places to eat, and fun facts! Nick, thank you so much for helping to make my birthday weekend special!

    Response from Host, Jul 2025

    Thank you so much for the amazing review! It was truly a pleasure having you and your husband on the tour, and I’m so glad I could be a part of making your birthday weekend special. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed the comfort of the tour and found the historical insights and local recommendations helpful. Charleston has so much to offer, and I’m grateful I had the chance to share it with you. Thank you again for choosing Chicora Tours. We would love to welcome you back anytime you are in town. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Charleston at its Finest

    Ray_M, Jul 2025
    Nick was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He communicated before the tour so we knew exactly what to expect which helped ensure a great experience. We would highly recommend this tour.

    Response from Host, Jul 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m glad to hear that the communication before the tour helped set clear expectations and contributed to a great overall experience. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and I truly appreciate your recommendation. We would love to welcome you back the next time you are in Charleston. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    highly recommended

    jeff_t, Jul 2025
    great experience, small group, great guide very interesting saw many different things in a small area

    Response from Host, Jul 2025

    Thank you so much for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed the experience and appreciated the small group setting. It is always our goal to offer a personal and engaging tour that covers a variety of highlights, even within a compact area. We truly appreciate you choosing Chicora Tours and would love to welcome you back on a future visit to Charleston. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Fun stories about Charleston!

    Paula_B, Jul 2025
    Great experience! Lots of information and fun stories about Charleston. Would definitely recommend! Nick was a great tour guide.

    Response from Host, Jul 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and found the stories and information about Charleston engaging and fun. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and I truly appreciate your recommendation. We would love to welcome you back the next time you are in town. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

    Charleston private tour

    Suzanne_S, Jun 2025
    Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, thorough and fun! We recommend this tour! You won’t be disappointed!

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the city tour and that you found it both thorough and fun. It’s always our goal to make Charleston’s rich history come alive in an engaging way. I also wanted to mention that while this tour is usually a small group experience, it just so happened that you were the only guests booked that day, which made it feel more like a private tour. I’m happy it worked out that way for you! We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to have you join us again the next time you’re in Charleston. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours

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