Discover Charleston’s history in style on a private luxury car tour, featuring iconic neighborhoods and stunning architecture. Perfect for a relaxed yet immersive city experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors; minimal physical activity involved.
Wildlife
History
Charleston was founded in 1670 and played a pivotal role in American history, from colonial settlement to its Civil War significance.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes respect for historic sites and promotes sustainable tourism practices in Charleston.
Exclusively Charleston
Discover Charleston’s history in style on a private luxury car tour, featuring iconic neighborhoods and stunning architecture. Perfect for a relaxed yet immersive city experience.
Exclusively Charleston offers curated private and small-group tours of Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry. Specializing in historic city tours, plantation visits, culinary experiences, and cultural journeys, the company highlights 18th- and 19th-century architecture, Civil War sites, Gullah heritage, and regional landscapes.
Tour formats include walking tours, private luxury automobile tours, specialty themed itineraries, and plantation combinations. Notable visits on offered itineraries include St. Michael’s Church, Battery Row Mansions, Rainbow Row, Boone Hall Plantation, the Charleston Tea Plantation on Wadmalaw Island, and the ancient Angel Oak. Seasonal and themed options include a private four-hour Christmas tour of Grand Antebellum Houses and a culinary tour featuring lunch at an award-winning restaurant.
Guides include local historians and expert guides who interpret architecture, gardens, and community histories. Several tours emphasize respectful, factual presentation of sensitive subjects, such as Civil War history, the stories of enslaved communities at plantation sites, and Gullah culture. Tour durations vary by itinerary, from shorter two-hour specialty experiences to multi-hour and full-day tours.
Exclusively Charleston organizes private options and combination itineraries that link city exploration with nearby plantations and cultural sites. Travelers seeking immersive context, local storytelling, and flexible private touring choices can select from themed tours that focus on history, food, gardens, and African American cultural heritage.
Tours Offered
11 Tours
City, plantation, and specialty itineraries
Tour Lengths
2–6 hrs
From short to full-day experiences
Private Options
Private Tours
Available for most itineraries
Local Guides
Historians
Guides and historians available
Reserve a curated walking, luxury-car, plantation, culinary, or cultural tour to explore Charleston’s history and Lowcountry heritage.
Dress comfortably for a city tour
Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes for brief strolls.
Bring a camera
Capture the colorful homes and historic landmarks along the route.
Plan for sunny days
Bring sunscreen and sunglasses to stay comfortable during outdoor stops.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot early to ensure availability for this popular tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Light walking around historic sites requires comfortable footwear.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor sightseeing.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic spots and architectural details.
Hat or sunglasses
Additional sun protection during outdoor stops.
summer