Eight Flags Road Tour

Overview

Amelia Island is full of rich history, and is the only location in America to have flown 8 independent flags. It’s rich history takes us on a journey through time including the Timucuan Indians who were our first inhabitants as far back as 2000 BC. The flags tell the story of religious struggle and persecution, the effect of Christianity disallowing any other God to be worshiped. The devastating impact of the Revolutionary war on the island and rebels acting in the name of higher power. Smugglers, slave traders and pirates have all had a part to play in the evolution of this Islands growth. This fascinating tour will take you on a journey through time and show you how such a small barrier island has had a major and little know impact on the history of America. Come and join us on a incredible passage through hundreds of years of incredible historical facts.

City: Jacksonville

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $45.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $45.00

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What's Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Amelia Island

The eight flags tour takes you on a historical journey through all of the locations that those flags have flown over the islands incredible history. The only location in America to have had this number of independent flags. You will travel through the historic downtown district and out to the original Fernandina. On our journey we will cover each of the flags, the period from which they flew and the historical significance behind all of those dates from a historical perspective.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (165)

Emma_B

Jun 2022

Daniel was a very engaging speaker who knew lots of info on the history of Amelia Island. He gave us extra time on the tour. We enjoyed looking at all the notable/historic homes and hearing why these homes were of interest.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

I really appreciate your great feedback as it’s alway a great welcome when I have a little extra time to introduce a small snippet of the historic homes and people that made the difference as to why this is such an amazing place to tour and visit. The 8 Flags and Historic homes are separate tours, but when time allows a sneak preview, it’s always a fun addition!,

Thomas B

Jun 2022

Incredible tour!!! Our tour guide, Daniel, was extremely knowledgable on local history. We very much enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you for your time in leaving this 5 star review. It’s alway a great part of what we do when our guests recommend this tour to others. I fully understand that this was a choice that you made on your vacation and to recommend it to others, it means a whole bunch of thank you.

WFBuck

Jun 2022

Daniel had a wealth of knowledge and really enjoyed talking about the history of the Eight Flags of Amelia Island. It seemed as if he had a personal connection with the people in history as he told their stories.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

I have an incredible passion for the history of this amazing Island and sometimes it really does feel like there is a personal connection. This is a truly wonderful historical paradise and full of incredible history. .