Discover Georgia’s coastal heritage on a guided day trip from Tybee Island to Savannah’s Historic District. Dive into city squares, riverfront views, and antebellum architecture on this seamless, insightful tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults; involves light walking with breaks
Wildlife
History
Savannah’s Historic District was laid out in 1733 with a unique grid of public squares, reflecting one of America’s oldest city plans.
Conservation
Efforts to protect Tybee Island’s dunes and marshlands help preserve vital habitats while maintaining public access and education.
Tybee Beach Bus Land and Sea Tours
Discover Georgia’s coastal heritage on a guided day trip from Tybee Island to Savannah’s Historic District. Dive into city squares, riverfront views, and antebellum architecture on this seamless, insightful tour.
Tybee Beach Bus Land and Sea Tours operates guided land and sea excursions focused on Tybee Island and nearby Savannah. The company's scheduled offerings include the Tybee Island Land Tour (10 am–3 pm), the Tybee Island to Savannah Historic District Tour, Bicycle Day on Tybee Island (six-hour bicycle tour with transportation from Savannah’s Historic District), and a Day at the Beach (popular six-hour beach getaway).
On the Tybee Island Land Tour, guests visit Fort Pulaski and the Tybee Lighthouse, and enjoy shopping and dining at the Pier. The Tybee Island to Savannah Historic District Tour combines island highlights with guided exploration of Savannah, including optional trolley stops, visits to houses such as the Owens-Thomas House, and free time at the Riverfront and historic squares.
Bicycle Day on Tybee Island provides daily bike rentals, a local bicycle tour map, a beverage stop en route, beach towels, and coolers, plus transport from Savannah. The Day at the Beach option includes convenient pickup, a snack stop, arrival at a beach equipped with chairs and umbrellas, and a focus on maintaining clean beach conditions for all guests.
All tour descriptions are factual summaries of scheduled experiences. The business facilitates transportation between Savannah and Tybee Island, offers time-specific itineraries (listed above), and supplies select amenities for comfort. Information is provided to help visitors select the right tour for history, leisure, cycling, or beach enjoyment. Tours commonly include guided commentary, scheduled pick-up and drop-off, and opportunities to explore historical sites and coastal scenery throughout each season.
Tours Offered
4 Trips
Land, Savannah, bike, and beach options
Typical Durations
10 am–3 pm; 6 hours
Time-specific itineraries per trip
Bike Tour
6-hour
Includes rentals, map, and beverage stop
Savannah Pickup
Available
Pickup from Savannah’s Historic District
Reserve a slot for land, Savannah, bicycle, or beach experiences — check pickup times and included amenities.
Book pickup in advance
Confirm your pick-up location and time on Tybee Island to ensure a smooth start to the tour.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect moderate walking through Savannah’s historic streets and riverfront areas.
Bring water and sun protection
Georgia’s sun can be strong; pack sunscreen and stay hydrated especially during summer months.
Allow time for free exploration
Plan to use your free time to wander squares and local shops at your own pace.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes are necessary for navigating Savannah's historic district and riverfront.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor walking segments in the spring sun.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour under Georgia’s summer sun.
summer
Light jacket or windbreaker
Keep warm during cooler fall breezes along the coast and in the city.
fall