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15 Best Beaufort & Daufuskie Tours

The Lowcountry day trips: Daufuskie’s Gullah history by guided island tour, Beaufort’s antebellum streets by horse and carriage and the movie-location circuit by golf cart. Daufuskie has no bridge; that is the entire point.

1.Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Explore Daufuskie Island's history and natural beauty on a guided tour from Hilton Head, including boat rides, island stops, and expert commentary.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Beautiful, unique, and historic place. I come from an island on the North Carolina coast and have toured islands from Maine to Florida. Good guide narration, however I researched the island before going. Tour could have covered more areas on island for more sightseeing, and…”

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4.Beaufort City Minibus Tour

Discover Beaufort’s cinematic charm and historic beauty on this small-group minibus tour, featuring local stories, scenic views, and movie locations for $35.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Octavia, was fantastic!! She was very knowledgeable about the history of the houses in Beaufort. The minivan was quite comfortable, and the experience was wonderful. Thank you!”

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5.#1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour

Discover Beaufort's history on a 55-minute horse-drawn carriage tour with knowledgeable guides, stunning antebellum architecture, and charming scenery.

★ 5.0

“Great experience the tour gide Anastasia was very good and informative. Overall great experience. Would recommend.”

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6.Walking Tour in Beaufort

Explore Beaufort’s historic streets on a 2-hour guided walking tour, packed with stories of antebellum homes, Civil War history, and local charm for just $35.

★ 5.0

“Janet is a joy to spend time with! Her company feels like that of a longtime friend. She is so funny and full of interesting history and cultural information about Beaufort and the surrounding area. I highly recommend her tour to anyone. She timed the…”

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7.Daufuskie Island Daily Round Trip Ferry Tickets

Experience Daufuskie Island independently with this round-trip ferry from Hilton Head. Enjoy scenic views, dolphin sightings, and flexible exploring options for $60.

★ 4.5

“The carts are noisy, street signs are questionable and the map is lousy. We booked on Christmas eve so there was only ONE restaurant open. ...it was relaxing and enjoyable!!!!!”

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9.Beaufort Ghost Walking Tours

Explore Beaufort’s haunted past with this engaging ghost walking tour, featuring historic homes, spine-tingling stories, and spirit-hunting tools.

★ 4.5

“Interesting and fun ghost tour in beautiful setting! Our tour guides were exceptional. Loved hearing the lore.”

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10.Beaufort Gullah Heritage Tour

Discover Gullah culture near Beaufort on this engaging 3-hour tour. See historic sites, learn from knowledgeable guides, and explore island life in South Carolina.

★ 5.0

“Our Gullah Heritage tour was cancelled. We took the city tour instead. Our guide was excellent and the bus was comfortable. We learned a lot about Beaufort. Kelly Tours did a great job.”

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11.Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort

Discover Beaufort's charm and Hollywood history on this 2-hour guided walking tour, exploring historic homes, centuries-old oaks, and famous movie locations.

★ 5.0

“Kathy was our guide! Outstanding wealth of knowledge, but what really stood out, was her delivery of all the information she did it in such a way that engaged all of us. It was like going back in time with some good friends and taking…”

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12.Hilton Head: Daufuskie Island History & Artisans Tour

Discover Daufuskie Island’s history and artisan culture with this guided tour from Hilton Head. Experience local crafts, historic sites, and Gullah traditions in 4.5 hours.

“our guide Bayard was amazingly knowledgeable and made the trip so enjoyable. everything was taken care of and the sights were so cool to experience. highly recommend this unique island and it's rich history. seeing dolphins along side the boat was icing on the cake.…”

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13.Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort

Discover Beaufort’s charm with this guided land and sea tour, combining historic sights and wildlife cruises for an engaging, family-friendly experience.

“The Land and Sea tour was very informative. It is a good way to find out information about the area. The Guide Karen and the Driver Jim made the tripe very interesting and informative. My wife and daughter and myself had a wonderful time on…”

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14.Historic Beaufort Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Explore Beaufort’s historic streets and waterfront at your own pace with this smartphone-guided walking tour. Discover Civil War sites, iconic homes, and local stories for just $9.75.

★ 4.0

“Very nice tour that you can do on your own and at whatever time you want. I loved that you could replay things or stop for a break and resume it later!”

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