The bus driver picked us up at Hard Rock cafe in Myrtle Beach in a nice air conditioned bus. The two hour drive to Charleston was very nice, but you might want to bring a blanket if it gets chilly. The trip goes at a fast pace, with a quick bathroom stop at the visitors center, then on to the carriage ride. We were running late because of the horses needing to be checked out, which cut back our market shopping time, but that was okay. You could spend a whole day doing that anyways. The boat tour happens immediately after the carriage ride, and then you go to Boone Plantation. I must say that this is a full day. It isn't always easy to find a bathroom and water right when you need it, so pack an extra bottle of water. When you finally return to Myrtle Beach, you'll be pretty tired after a very full day. It was worth every penny, though, as I got a great overview of the Charleston area and all it has to offer. Well worth the money. If you have walking difficulties it might be a little too fast paced for you, however.