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

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $45.00

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Sun 22 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)

lindasA6525BN

Apr 2022

Daniel’s enthusiasm made the tour not only interesting, but very informative. Highly recommend! Ask for Daniel!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! It was fun being out with you all on a wonderful history tour of the incredible Amelia Island. Look forward to seeing you on one of our many tours on your next visit!

Robert_R

Apr 2022

Daniels knowledge of the history of the area is amazing! He’s like a walking wikpedia! Would recommend to anyone interested in learning the background of Amelia Island.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Your 5 Star review is really appreciated. This Island is truly amazing and it’s history is unlike any other place. From Native Timucuan Indians and being the only place to have flown 8 independent flags over it’s 450 years plus evolution. A great opportunity for us to show you want you want to find out and take away an experience of a lifetime.

MPH_AA

Apr 2022

Daniel was enthusiastic, knowledgable guide. Sites are mediocre but local stories/ characters are colorful Tour route/ content should be more chronologically presented to improve historical understanding. 90 minute duration = My wife and daughter lost interest last 15-30 minutes.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you for your very constructive review. The history of the Island is incredibly extensive and we try to tell the story as it evolved. Many of the original structures have disappeared over the years leaving the tales and legends of our colorful characters, which you seemed to have enjoyed. The tour is in chronological order (but as is often the case) we will mention landmarks we pass, that might have been part of varying points of the same characters footprint, as we pass through our Islands history. Hope to see you again on your next visit?