Driving Tour in Amelia Island
About this experience
Explore the most exciting historic locations throughout Amelia Island!
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BookingFree
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A few days before our scheduled tour, I received an affable and enthusiastic call from the guide, Daniel Daly, confirming our trip, clarifying a few points, and notifying me of a delay in the tour start because of a downtown-clogging funeral scheduled for the same day. This was the first indication that we were in for a hands-on and curated trip, as opposed to a check-the-boxes, drone-the-history, get-it-over-with kind of experience. Daniel loves his job, and weaves a story of the history of the town and the island like a wild and unpredictable fireside tale. He's so excited to talk about the basketball-tall natives (do not mess with those fingernail women) and the pirate punch (go ahead, try to finish three) and the land changing hands (so many flags, so many battles) and the wily and razor-sharp Gregor MacGregor (his legacy, mini-golf and booze). Daniel asked our small group for permission to go a little longer—“we can sneak in a little architecture”—and if you get this offer, take it, because you won’t want the tour to end. My wife and I were captivated from start to finish, and we will be back to take this tour again. Love, love, love!
What's Included
- Ride in a comfortable, climate controlled van to explore Amelia
- Learn from a knowledgeable guide about historic sites and people
- View some of the area's most famous locations and learn about important characters
- Hear stories from the earliest days from the time of the Timucua Indians to modern times
What happens on the day
Learn about the rich and storied history of Amelia Island on a comfortable and informative road tour!
You'll hop aboard a climate controlled van and set out to explore some of the island's most well-known historic locations. You will learn about the area's history beginning from the times of the Timucua Indians all the way to the current shrimping industry. You'll learn about eight authorities who ruled the island and shaped its history, and its future, while discovering interesting characters that paved the way.
You will be taken on the tour by a knowledgeable guide who will answer your questions and give insight on the island's most interesting facts and historical figures. You'll ride around to see historic locations where events took place for a fully immersive experience you will not soon forget.
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Daily - 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
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- All ages welcome
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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
Customer Reviews
A few days before our scheduled tour, I received an affable and enthusiastic call from the guide, Daniel Daly, confirming our trip, clarifying a few points, and notifying me of a delay in the tour start because of a downtown-clogging funeral scheduled for the same day. This was the first indication that we were in for a hands-on and curated trip, as opposed to a check-the-boxes, drone-the-history, get-it-over-with kind of experience. Daniel loves his job, and weaves a story of the history of the town and the island like a wild and unpredictable fireside tale. He's so excited to talk about the basketball-tall natives (do not mess with those fingernail women) and the pirate punch (go ahead, try to finish three) and the land changing hands (so many flags, so many battles) and the wily and razor-sharp Gregor MacGregor (his legacy, mini-golf and booze). Daniel asked our small group for permission to go a little longer—“we can sneak in a little architecture”—and if you get this offer, take it, because you won’t want the tour to end. My wife and I were captivated from start to finish, and we will be back to take this tour again. Love, love, love!
I arrived at the meeting spot to be told that this is a scam, the service provider never got paid by Virgin and I never received the service. I took the time and effort to go all the way to Amelia Island for nothing.
Response from Virgin Gifts
Hi Diana, Thank you for leaving us a review, we can see that we've since reached out to you to clear up any confusion the owner may have had and that we've refunded the voucher for you. We've also fed this back to our partner to make sure this never happens again.
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