Explore Savannah to Charleston with a self-guided audio tour. Discover wildlife, historic ruins, and Southern heritage. Perfect for nature and history lovers.
Explore Savannah to Charleston with a self-guided audio tour. Discover wildlife, historic ruins, and Southern heritage. Perfect for nature and history lovers.
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Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Nature enthusiasts will find the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge a must-visit destination. It offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Lowcountry.
Note: The tour spans over 100 miles, featuring more than 100 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year!…
- Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Nature enthusiasts will find the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge a must-visit destination. It offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Lowcountry.
Note: The tour spans over 100 miles, featuring more than 100 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
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Hardeeville - Due to its proximity to Hilton Head Island and Savannah, the town’s population has more than doubled in the past decade.
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Saint Helena Island - The Sea Islands were inhabited by the indigenous Cusabo tribes for thousands of years before European colonists arrived in the 1500s.
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Old Sheldon Church Ruins - Old Sheldon Church has a rich history, having witnessed both the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. It has been burned down, and scholars are still investigating whether it has faced fire more than once.
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Combahee River - The Harriet Tubman Bridge and Combahee River Ferry are part of the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park, a newly established park preserving sites significant to the Reconstruction era, the period after the Civil War when southern states were required to abolish chattel slavery.
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Walterboro - Known for its iconic red rocking chairs and front porches, Walterboro was founded as a summer retreat for plantation owners. In the 1800s, coastal plantations were prone to malaria, so owners sought refuge in higher-elevation areas like Walterboro during the mosquito-heavy summer months. Malaria was officially eradicated in the US by 1951, so there’s no need for concern today. Walterboro remains popular with visitors due to its small-town charm and front porch culture.
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ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge - The ACE Basin is renowned for its incredible wildlife diversity. Nearly 300 bird species have been observed at the ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts. The refuge is located along the Atlantic Flyway, a major migratory route for birds stretching from Greenland to the Caribbean and South America.
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Jacksonboro - During the Revolutionary War, Jacksonboro temporarily served as the capital of South Carolina because the British controlled Charleston, the state’s first capital, from 1780 to 1782.
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Pon Pon Chapel of Ease - A recommended stop is the ruins of the Pon Pon Chapel. Built around 1754 along a busy stagecoach route from Charleston to Savannah, it is sometimes called the Burnt Church due to a fire in the early 1800s. It was rebuilt, used for about a decade, and then abandoned.
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Angel Oak Tree - The Angel Oak Tree stands 65 feet tall, providing shade over several thousand square feet. Some of its massive branches rest on the ground, and smaller trees have begun growing from its branches.
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Drayton Hall - Many visitors are curious about where enslaved people lived at Drayton Hall. Surprisingly, the staff didn’t always know. Thanks to the Bowens family, descendants of those enslaved on the property, more information is available through their oral histories. It was discovered that some individuals who worked inside the house lived in the cellar, including George, a butler, Affy, believed to be a nanny, and Dumplin, a cook.
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Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site - Now a South Carolina State Park, Charles Towne Landing features a live oak alley, gardens, and a mini-zoo with bears, otters, bison, and other wildlife that roamed when the first settlers arrived. There’s also a replica of a 17th-century vessel, bike rentals, and interpretive programming, including cannon firings. The park is open daily, except on major holidays.
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Ashley River Road National Scenic Byway - Continue driving on Ashley River Road for about 10 minutes, and directions to the highway will be provided. A slightly different route will be taken to return to the main tour route, so follow the cues.
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Coburg Cow - A local favorite point of interest is just ahead. Look for the Coburg sign featuring a cow named Bessie and her calf. Once a dairy farm marker, Bessie, known as the Coburg cow, has been here for over 60 years.
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Charleston - As South Carolina’s largest city, Charleston holds significant historical importance. As a port city, it played a major role in the slave trade, with nearly half of the enslaved people in America entering here. It is also where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Savannah and Charleston are among the most historic locations in the American South, and the road linking these two cities is equally rich in history. This self-guided driving tour explores the historical and scenic aspects of this route. Discover the eerie Old Sheldon Church Ruins, capture images of the Angel Oak Tree, enjoy birdwatching in the ACE…
Savannah and Charleston are among the most historic locations in the American South, and the road linking these two cities is equally rich in history. This self-guided driving tour explores the historical and scenic aspects of this route. Discover the eerie Old Sheldon Church Ruins, capture images of the Angel Oak Tree, enjoy birdwatching in the ACE Basin Wildlife Preserve, learn about the Underground Railroad, visit the historic Drayton Hall, and much more.
Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!
After booking, check your email to download the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route provided.
Buy once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.