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)

Karen_B

Feb 2022

Our guide, Daniel, was beyond amazing!! He was SO knowledgeable. If you like history, you will really enjoy this tour.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Such a wonderful 5 star review. I can not thank you enough for leaving your amazing remarks! It’s always a rewarding experience to share the love and passion for this incredible historic Island, but when we get comments like this, it really validates a job well done. Thank you so much again and I really hope to see you again some time soon?

laursen7

Feb 2022

Great way to learn the history of the area by a guy that loved his job and made it imformative.If you have a few hours to spare and want to do something educational and fun then this van tour is for you. Its not crazy and heart pounding but a nice easy way to see and learn the interesting history of the area. Well worth the money in a small intimate setting

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you for your comments! It’s really an amazing Island with some of the best history in America. The only location to have flown eight independent flags! That’s not too bad to start with? We really appreciate your taking not only the tour, but taking time out to note this 5 star review. We thank you again!

257ss

Feb 2022

Am on a business trip for about a week and took advantage of free time and booked this trip. What a wealth of information Daniel is about Amelia Island. The information digests so much better when such rich history comes from a knowledgeable tour guide than reading historical placards. I would recommend this tour to everyone, it was a pleasure.!

Response from Host

Feb 2022

It was a pleasure to have you ride the tour, and, as you have mentioned, the Island has some very extensive history. Most people are amazed that such a small island had such a run of independent flags fly over the course of its history. A truly wonderful location. Thank you for taking the tour and writing a review. It really is appreciated.