Top South Carolina Half-day Tours

Q: Which South Carolina Half-day Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Carolina Half-day Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour Greenville Haunted Bar Tour Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour Holiday Festival of Lights Tour with Transport Charleston history walking tour with a Citadel history professor View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Carolina Half-day Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Carolina Half-day Tours include Hotel Pickup: Middleton Plantation-3 hour guided tour- hotel pickup Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations 2 of Charleston's finest plantations in one tour Private Chauffeur & Admission to Middleton & Magnolia Plantation + Box Lunch View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more South Carolina trip ideas?

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

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

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in South Carolina are: South Carolina Luxury & Special Occasions South Carolina Luxury Tours South Carolina Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours South Carolina Boat Tours South Carolina Cultural & Theme Tours View all tour styles in South Carolina →

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Step into one of America’s last old-growth forests and explore Congaree National Park at your own pace. Walk shaded boardwalk trails surrounded by giant trees, …More

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Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Step into one of America’s last old-growth forests and explore Congaree National Park at your own pace. Walk shaded boardwalk trails surrounded by giant trees,...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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Does Shoeless Joe Jackson still play baseball in Greenville? What is the best way to conjure a spirit? Do ghosts drink beer? Find out on …More

Greenville, USA

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Greenville Haunted Bar Tour

Does Shoeless Joe Jackson still play baseball in Greenville? What is the best way to conjure a spirit? Do ghosts drink beer? Find out on...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$35

Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sights of the Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights on this magical trolley tour. Starting from the Charleston Visitor Information Center, …More

Charleston, USA

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Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sights of the Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights on this magical trolley tour. Starting from the Charleston Visitor Information Center,...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$36

Holiday Festival of Lights Tour with Transport

Join Adventure Sightseeing, the only locally owned bus tour company for a magnificent time at the James Island County Park Holiday Festival of Lights! There …More

Charleston, USA

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Holiday Festival of Lights Tour with Transport

Join Adventure Sightseeing, the only locally owned bus tour company for a magnificent time at the James Island County Park Holiday Festival of Lights! There...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$38

Charleston history walking tour with a Citadel history professor

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than …More

Charleston, USA

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Charleston history walking tour with a Citadel history professor

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$40

Charleston Festival of Lights with Small Group Transportation

Experience Charleston’s Festival of Lights the intimate way without crowded buses or big group tours. Chicora Tours provides a cozy small group journey with a …More

Charleston, USA

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Charleston Festival of Lights with Small Group Transportation

Experience Charleston’s Festival of Lights the intimate way without crowded buses or big group tours. Chicora Tours provides a cozy small group journey with a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House

History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is …More

Charleston, USA

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3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House

History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

A boat ecotour into Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge takes you to Bulls Island, where you can walk trails, reach beaches, and visit Boneyard Beach. …More

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Bulls Island Ferry Adventure

A boat ecotour into Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge takes you to Bulls Island, where you can walk trails, reach beaches, and visit Boneyard Beach....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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Half Day City Bus Tour, Aiken Rhett House And Charleston Museum

A combination of two of the historic museums in Charleston. The Aiken-Rhett House offers an intimate, visceral encounter with the human stories and social structures …More

Charleston, USA

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Half Day City Bus Tour, Aiken Rhett House And Charleston Museum

A combination of two of the historic museums in Charleston. The Aiken-Rhett House offers an intimate, visceral encounter with the human stories and social structures...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation

Explore the enchanting Magnolia Plantation, a gem in the heart of the Lowcountry. This tour takes you to the historic estate, where you’ll enjoy a …More

Charleston, USA

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Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation

Explore the enchanting Magnolia Plantation, a gem in the heart of the Lowcountry. This tour takes you to the historic estate, where you’ll enjoy a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$75

Hilton Head Vanishing Island & Beachcombing Cruise

Discover the enchanting Vanishing Island on this 3-hour cruise from Hilton Head. This unique sandbar, which appears only at low tide, invites beachcombers and dolphin …More

Hilton Head Island, USA

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Hilton Head Vanishing Island & Beachcombing Cruise

Discover the enchanting Vanishing Island on this 3-hour cruise from Hilton Head. This unique sandbar, which appears only at low tide, invites beachcombers and dolphin...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced …More

Charleston, USA

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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or …More

Charleston, USA

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Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights, …More

Charleston, USA

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Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights,...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Explore Charleston's historic pub culture with this all-inclusive tour uncovering 350+ years of history and Pub Culture on this expertly guided tour. Journey through the …More

Charleston, USA

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Charleston Historic Pub Tour

Explore Charleston's historic pub culture with this all-inclusive tour uncovering 350+ years of history and Pub Culture on this expertly guided tour. Journey through the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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The 3 Hour Upstate Relocation and More Driving Tour

No one knows more about modern Greenville than we do. We constantly read business magazines, website, and newspapers to here about the latest development. If …More

Greenville, USA

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The 3 Hour Upstate Relocation and More Driving Tour

No one knows more about modern Greenville than we do. We constantly read business magazines, website, and newspapers to here about the latest development. If...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Say good morning to Greenville, SC! Our premium tour spans 3 - 3 1/2 hours, covering approximately 17 miles of picturesque riding on both the …More

Greenville, USA

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Pedego Electric Bike Tour at Greenville

Say good morning to Greenville, SC! Our premium tour spans 3 - 3 1/2 hours, covering approximately 17 miles of picturesque riding on both the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Guided E-Bike Tour in Greenville South Carolina with Brunch

Start the morning with a ride through a scenic tunnel of trees on this guided group ride from our shop at Hampton Station to the …More

Greenville, USA

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Guided E-Bike Tour in Greenville South Carolina with Brunch

Start the morning with a ride through a scenic tunnel of trees on this guided group ride from our shop at Hampton Station to the...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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3 Hour Guided Photography Walk in Charleston

See Charleston differently—and come home with the photographs to prove it. Explore colorful streets, hidden alleyways, historic architecture, reflections, shadows, and changing Lowcountry light while …More

Charleston, USA

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3 Hour Guided Photography Walk in Charleston

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our …More

Charleston, USA

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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the best options for South Carolina Half-day Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best South Carolina Half-day Tours are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Carolina Half-day Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Carolina Half-day Tours are:

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Which South Carolina Half-day Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which South Carolina Half-day Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Carolina Half-day Tours 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 South Carolina Half-day Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more South Carolina trip ideas?

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