Top North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing

Q: Which North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour Comedy Sightseeing Tour Hey Asheville by LaZoom Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour Charlotte FUNNY Historical Comedy City BUS Tour Carolina History and Haunts Charlotte Historical Ghost Walking Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup: Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour from Asheville Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour Customizable Private Day Trips out of Asheville Private Brewery Tour in a '72 VW Bus - Roadies Local Private Tarot Reading - For Groups or Solo Adventurers View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more North Carolina trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked North Carolina Tours. Top 10 North Carolina 2026 Senior-friendly tours North Carolina The best tours and activities for culture lovers in North Carolina Top Day Trips from North Carolina Things to do in North Carolina this summer View all North Carolina Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North Carolina?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in North Carolina are: North Carolina Luxury & Special Occasions North Carolina Luxury Tours North Carolina Outdoor Activities North Carolina Cultural & Theme Tours North Carolina Nature & Wildlife View all tour styles in North Carolina →

Start your visit off right and hop on two wheels for some outdoor fun; with the only moped tour in Asheville: Shaka Street Tours. Get …More

Asheville, USA

4.4 (14)

Half-Day Moped Tour in Asheville, NC

Start your visit off right and hop on two wheels for some outdoor fun; with the only moped tour in Asheville: Shaka Street Tours. Get...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$250

Uptown Charlotte: A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of Queen City

Uncover Uptown Charlotte's rebellious past on this self-guided walking tour, narrated by actor Phil Biedron. Starting at Independence Square, the rumored cradle of American liberty, …More

Charlotte, USA

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Uptown Charlotte: A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of Queen City

Uncover Uptown Charlotte's rebellious past on this self-guided walking tour, narrated by actor Phil Biedron. Starting at Independence Square, the rumored cradle of American liberty,...

120 to 150 minutes

4.0 (34)

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$12

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

This private trip to Masonboro Island will be an unforgettable experience for you and the whole family. Come aboard our 31ft Chaparral Signature for a …More

Carolina Beach, USA

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Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

This private trip to Masonboro Island will be an unforgettable experience for you and the whole family. Come aboard our 31ft Chaparral Signature for a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (9)

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$1,225

View sparkling waters from Emerald Isle through Bogue Banks with a scenic drive to Fort Macon. Next, visit the mainland with stops along the picturesque …More

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Exploration of Majestic Crystal Coast

View sparkling waters from Emerald Isle through Bogue Banks with a scenic drive to Fort Macon. Next, visit the mainland with stops along the picturesque...

1 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$275

Three Vineyards Half Day Private Wine Tour From Asheville

Journey through beautiful and stunning North Carolina on this half-day winery and vineyard tour from the Asheville metropolitan area. Your group will visit three amazing …More

Asheville, USA

4.6 (19)

Three Vineyards Half Day Private Wine Tour From Asheville

Journey through beautiful and stunning North Carolina on this half-day winery and vineyard tour from the Asheville metropolitan area. Your group will visit three amazing...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (19)

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$190

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Raleigh, USA

5.0 (2)

Durham Dash Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$20

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Wilmington, USA

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Wacky Wilmington Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$27

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

See what Raleigh has to offer! This SIX-HOUR long tour will provide guests a detailed window into the Oak City, exploring its history, culture, greatest …More

Raleigh, USA

4.8 (5)

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

See what Raleigh has to offer! This SIX-HOUR long tour will provide guests a detailed window into the Oak City, exploring its history, culture, greatest...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$160

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Ocracoke Island

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing …More

Outer Banks, USA

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Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Ocracoke Island

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$147

Asheville: Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings & Ham Biscuit

Six tastings, one walkable loop through downtown Asheville, and a food scene most visitors miss. Start with a chargrilled Indian street food roll in warm …More

Asheville, USA

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Asheville: Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings & Ham Biscuit

Six tastings, one walkable loop through downtown Asheville, and a food scene most visitors miss. Start with a chargrilled Indian street food roll in warm...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$108

Boone NC EVENING Walking Food and History Tour

Discover a sophisticated side of downtown Boone, NC, on this upscale evening walking food and history tour. Enjoy elevated tastings at six locally owned restaurants, …More

Boone, USA

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Boone NC EVENING Walking Food and History Tour

Discover a sophisticated side of downtown Boone, NC, on this upscale evening walking food and history tour. Enjoy elevated tastings at six locally owned restaurants,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$199

The only trampoline park on the Outer Banks! Veteran and locally owned, Jumpmasters features obstacle course lanes, a climbing wall, foam pit with foam pugil …More

Outer Banks, USA

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Jumpmasters OBX Fun Park

The only trampoline park on the Outer Banks! Veteran and locally owned, Jumpmasters features obstacle course lanes, a climbing wall, foam pit with foam pugil...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$16

Private Walking Tour of a Real Working Cattle Ranch

Excite Your Senses' as we stroll down the concrete drive and I explain the importance and management of productive pastures. The ranch manages the pastures …More

Asheville, USA

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Private Walking Tour of a Real Working Cattle Ranch

Excite Your Senses' as we stroll down the concrete drive and I explain the importance and management of productive pastures. The ranch manages the pastures...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$125

Full-Day Private Tour to Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a hidden gem located just west of the Outerbanks, and on this customizable, unique adventure, you have the chance …More

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Full-Day Private Tour to Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a hidden gem located just west of the Outerbanks, and on this customizable, unique adventure, you have the chance...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,000

Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace

Explore Charlotte's Forth Ward's most haunted sites and hear their story at your own pace and schedule. This tour, on our smart phone app, is …More

Charlotte, USA

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Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace

Explore Charlotte's Forth Ward's most haunted sites and hear their story at your own pace and schedule. This tour, on our smart phone app, is...

35 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

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$7

Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour

Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Why take this …More

Asheville, USA

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Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour

Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Why take this...

60 to 80 minutes Free Cancellation

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$10

Grandfather Mountain Private Wine & Dine Tour from Asheville

Journey through beautiful and stunning North Carolina on this half-day tour from the Asheville metropolitan area. Your private chauffeur will pick up your group from …More

Asheville, USA

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Grandfather Mountain Private Wine & Dine Tour from Asheville

Journey through beautiful and stunning North Carolina on this half-day tour from the Asheville metropolitan area. Your private chauffeur will pick up your group from...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (7)

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$200

Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

Discover the charm of Raleigh, NC through a unique lens with our captivating Rickshaw tours. Lets us whisk you away on a delightful journey through …More

Raleigh, USA

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Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

Discover the charm of Raleigh, NC through a unique lens with our captivating Rickshaw tours. Lets us whisk you away on a delightful journey through...

75 to 80 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

3.8 (12)

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$120

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Asheville, USA

Hendersonville Hustle Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$23

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Charlotte, USA

4.8 (4)

Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$29

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing?

What are the best kid-friendly options for North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing are:

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Which North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which North Carolina Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more North Carolina trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North Carolina?