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15 Best Charleston Private Tours

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1.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

Experience Charleston from the water with a private luxury yacht. Bring your own drinks, enjoy dolphin sightings, sunset views, and flexible scheduling.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We booked this cruise to celebrate my mother's birthday during a long weekend in Charleston and we all agreed this was the highlight of our trip. We lucked out and had two captains, Brian and James, and they were both wonderful. They struck a great…”

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2.Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours

Discover Charleston's highlights in just 2 hours with a private guided tour. Enjoy personalized insights, stunning views, and comfort in a private vehicle.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I decided to book this tour as a last minute activity during our first trip to Charleston. It was by far the best way to see the city and learn about its rich history and the natural beauty it has to offer.…”

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3.Private Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Charleston

Discover Charleston in style with a private horse-drawn carriage tour. Enjoy personalized stories, stunning sights, and a relaxed pace, perfect for couples or families.

★ 5.0

“Our driver and horse were very good (Bubba and Bosch) but rest of trip less than memorable and we paid way to much for a private carriage ride. Just didn’t see any interesting sites.”

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5.Private Photo Session in Historic Charleston

Experience Charleston’s charm with a private photo session along Rainbow Row, guided by a friendly professional. Capture timeless memories in the city’s most photogenic spots.

★ 5.0

“Dennis was super impressive! We had a great time with girls trip photos on rainbow row. Great personality and worked fast with turnaround.”

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6.Private Historic Horse & Carriage Tour of Charleston

Discover Charleston's charm on this private horse-drawn carriage tour. See historic sights, learn stories from knowledgeable guides, and enjoy a relaxed 50-minute ride.

★ 5.0

“Great tour guide and horse Gibbs. Not a lot of history or sights but it’s based on where the city tells the driver where you can go”

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7.Private Sailing, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique

Experience Charleston’s stunning coastline with a private sailing trip—spot dolphins, see historic landmarks, and enjoy personalized service for up to 6 guests.

★ 5.0

“Exactly what we wanted, great crew, knowledgeable and fun to be around! We enjoyed relaxing on a private cruise and will be back with the kids!”

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9.Private Sailing Charter with Captain, BYOB

Experience Charleston from the water with a private sailing cruise, bringing your own drinks, enjoying iconic sights, and creating memorable moments.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful 29th anniversary sail. Will was a great captain. Charleston was a beautiful place for a sail. I highly recommend doing it.”

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10.Private Luxury Sunset Sail on the 50ft Sailing Yacht Fate BYOB

Enjoy a private, luxury sunset sail on Charleston’s waters with stunning harbor views, dolphins, and landmarks—perfect for couples or families.

★ 5.0

“We so enjoyed sails up, sailing. The weather was beautiful, the yacht beautiful, and our captain and assistant wonderful. Thank you. Book - you’ll love every second.”

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11.Small Group Charleston Walking Private Tour

Discover Charleston's historic charm with a private 2-hour walking tour. Expert guides, stunning architecture, and personalized insights await.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience with Walk It! Charleston, and especially with our tour guide, Kay. She was extremely informative, engaging, and truly exceptional at bringing Charleston’s history to life. Kay is a former teacher, and it absolutely shows — she has a gift for…”

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12.Private Charleston Walking History City Tour

Discover Charleston's historic charm with a private 2-hour walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Perfect for personalized insights and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“Al our tour guide was EXCELLENT. very knowledgeable on history of Charleston. The 2 hrs went so fast. Happy we booked private car tour.”

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13.Charleston Private Brunch Walking Tour With Secret Food Tours

Discover Charleston’s top brunch spots on a private walking tour featuring historic sights, delicious foods, and local stories. Perfect for food lovers and history buffs.

★ 5.0

“If you want a fantastic tour, ask for Perry!! He was m super accommodating with the various food allergies (3!!) and went out of his way to make sure everyone had an excellent experience 🙌🎉🥳😍❤️ FIVE STARS!! ⭐️ We had our company annual planning meeting…”

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14.Private Folly Beach Dolphin Cruise (up to 12)

Discover Folly Beach’s natural beauty on a private dolphin cruise, with scenic marshes, Morris Island, and expert guides. Perfect for families, friends, pet lovers.

★ 5.0

“This was incredible! Jody was fun, knowledgeable, kind, funny, and a great guide for a fun adventure. Highly recommend this!!!!”

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15.Private BYOB Afternoon Harbor Sail On 50ft Sailing Yacht Fate

Experience Charleston Harbor on a private 50ft sailing yacht. Enjoy stunning views, BYOB, and attentive crew on this 2-hour luxury cruise for up to 6 guests.

★ 5.0

“We celebrated my sister’s 50th birthday with Captain Scott and first mate Sam on Fate. It was the best part of our visit to Charleston. A definite must do.”

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More Charleston Private Tours

5.0Private Sunset Sail BYOB Dolphin/History Tours on 43ft Mystique2 to 4 hours (approx.)$599.00 5.0Private Morning Sail/ Dolphin Tour on 50ft Fate, BYOB or Catering2 to 4 hours (approx.)$599.00 5.0Charleston: Private BYOB Luxury Yacht Cruise2.5 hours$500 5.0Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$100.00 5.0Private Tour! Capture the best of Charleston with a multi-location photoshoot.45 minutes (approx.)$120.00 5.0Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations3 hours (approx.)$175.00 5.0Private Afternoon Sailing/Dolphin & History Tour on 43ft Mystique2 to 4 hours (approx.)$575.00 5.0Private Afternoon Harbor Cruise on Kismet for parties up to 152 hours (approx.)$1,549.00 4.8Charleston: Private Daytime or Sunset BYOB Sailing Charter2.5 hours$500 4.8Charleston, SC: Private Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride1 hour$250 5.0Private Morning Excursions on Yacht Kismet up to 18 passengers2 to 4 hours (approx.)$1,549.00 5.0Private Afternoon Boat Ride and Beach Excursion3 hours (approx.)$599.00 5.0Private Walking Tour Culture and History of Charleston2 hours (approx.)$35.00 5.0Charleston: Private Shark-tooth hunt and Lighthouse Viewing3 hours$375 5.0Pirates, Patriots & Prohibition – Private Evening Walking Tour of Charleston1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$75.00 5.0Jewish History Private Walking Tour of Charleston2 hours (approx.)$450.00 5.0Private Sunset Boat Tour of Charleston Harbor$900.00 5.0Private Sunset Harbor Tour 18 passenger party Yacht Kismet2 to 4 hours (approx.)$1,549.00 5.0Private Charleston Hidden Alleys and Pathways Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$145.00 5.0Jewish History Private Driving Tour of Charleston2 hours (approx.)$395.00 5.0Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Charleston1 hour (approx.)$154.98 5.0Private Sunset BYOB Boat Ride on Southern Charm2 to 3 hours (approx.)$625.00 5.0PRIVATE GROUP! Charleston’s Best Food Tour – Tastes Through Time2 hours 10 minutes (approx.)$149.00 5.0Historic Charleston: 2-hour Private Highlights Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$175.00