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Georgia & Florida: Jekyll Island & St. Augustine

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Many cycling tours of Georgia and Florida miss out on this region’s historic and cultural center—but not us! Dating back to pre-colonial times, the vibrant historical district of St. Augustine is beautifully preserved—and your bayfront accommodations are the perfect vantage point for exploring all the city has to offer. As you cycle along the Georgia coast to...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Cycle past the sprawling beaches, grand “cottages,” and historic ruins of Jekyll Island.
    • Navigate your kayak through a salt marsh preserve in search of eagles, otters, and dolphins.
    • Visit the scene-stealing St. Augustine Lighthouse and the nearby pristine four-mile beach of Anastasia State Park.
    • Embark on a sunset cruise on the Schooner Freedom, a fine testament to Civil War blockade runners.
    • Cycle the farmlands of St. John’s County, pedaling past potato and cabbage fields, small farming communities, and the tranquil St. John’s River.

What's this trip about?

    Many cycling tours of Georgia and Florida miss out on this region’s historic and cultural center—but not us! Dating back to pre-colonial times, the vibrant historical district of St. Augustine is beautifully preserved—and your bayfront accommodations are the perfect vantage point for exploring all the city has to offer. As you cycle along the Georgia coast toward St. Augustine, our route will take you through pristine Jekyll Island, pedaling along sun-drenched coastal byways as you watch for signs of bald eagles, snowy egrets, and dolphins cavorting in the surf. In the company of knowledgeable trip leaders, you’ll explore the richly biodiverse saltmarsh around Big Talbot up close during a guided kayaking excursion—and sail the blue waters off Florida’s Atlantic coast on an authentic replica of a 19th-century schooner. This is truly the south Atlantic seaboard at its best!

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range13 to 80 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityJekyll Island
End CityJacksonville International Airport

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Guided Group
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature
  • Photography

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Trip includes

    • Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
    • Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
    • Support Vehicle
    • Luggage Transportation
    • Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
    • Welcome Reception
    • Facilitated Cultural Experiences
    • Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Arrive on Jekyll Island / VBT Bicycling Vacation begins / Warm-up ride / Welcome reception and dinner

Your tour begins at the Jekyll Island Club Resort on Jekyll Island, Georgia, one of Georgia’s famed Golden Isles.

A warm-up ride takes you past forests and ponds to Great Dunes Park, a pretty 20-acre retreat of gently rolling sands, swaying palms, and tall gras...

DAY 2: Jekyll Island / Horton House / Jekyll Island Pier / Wanderer Memory Trail

After breakfast, you head out on a loop ride that traces the perimeter of the island. Your route takes in views of the Atlantic and the East River, passing grand “cottages” from the island’s gilded past. Ocean air is your constant companion as you pedal along flat roa...

DAY 3: Timucuan Preserve / Fort George Island

After a hearty breakfast, shuttle about one hour to Amelia Island to start your ride. You pedal along Fernandina Beach, then join the tree-lined Amelia Island Trail bike path to the causeway over Nassau Sound and traverse the islands of Big Talbot. Arrive at Simpson C...

DAY 4: St. Augustine Lighthouse / Anastasia State Park

Explore historic and lovely St. Augustine! You ride from your inn over St. Augustine’s famous Bridge of Lions, cycling through local neighborhoods. Your destination is Anastasia State Park, which comprises 1,600 acres of rich ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Stop alo...

DAY 5: Farmlands ride

After breakfast, you shuttle 30 minutes to the starting point of today’s scenic ride in St. John’s County. Then you cycle inland past the fertile fields and small communities of rural Florida. Pedal past acres of potato and cabbage fields, mostly on quiet roads. Views...

DAY 6: VBT Bicycling Vacation ends / Departure

After an included breakfast, walk from the hotel to the Lightner Museum. Browse the remarkable relics of the museum with your included admission. Built-in 1887 in Spanish Renaissance style, the impressive three-story museum now contains fascinating relics from America...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,895
Price per day$483
Last Updated: 7/8/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Accommodation

5 nights in historic hotels

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Meals Included

11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners

Age Requirements
13 to 80 years
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