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You are about to take a fascinating walk back in time!
Soon after Columbus
discovers the New World, a Spanish sea captain sails into what,
one day, will be Port Royal Sound and claims “Santa Elena” for
Spain.
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Then the great pageant
of America is played out here in Beaufort, as the Spanish, French,
English and Indians battle relentlessly for her.
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“None of my guests have ever come back disappointed. Most call Jon the best tour guide they have ever experienced” |
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Jeff Thomas, Host/Owner, The Cuthbert House (843)521-1315 |
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“We couldn't agree more. ...Jon is a true storyteller with a unique gift of bringing the history and characters of Beaufort to life.” |
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tripadvisor.com/ Beaufort forum June 12, 2006 |
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You will hear of Indian
wars, massacres, pirates, slaves, planters wealthy beyond belief,
the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, a great fire, a catastrophic
hurricane, and the wonderful stories of the incredibly brave and
tenacious people of Beaufort who lived through these times.
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“One of the finest tour guides I have ever encountered anywhere! ...Jon's tour is the key to understanding & appreciating the magic that is Beaufort.” |
| Kevin McQuade, Chief Concierge, The Holiday Inn Historic District, Charleston, SC (843)805-7900 |
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“All of our guests that have taken Jon's tour can't stop talking about it..” |
| Frank Stroncheck, Accommodations Manager, Beaufort Inn (843)521-9000 |
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You will be swept up in
the 500 year story of Beaufort—The Jewel of the South—as told by
Jon Sharp, whose passion for history is equaled only by his
delight in telling it to visitors to our beautiful little town.
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“...You must take this tour. ...Not only did he deliver the history of Beaufort, he artfully crafted it in such a way that made it seem as though we had stepped back in time.” |
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tripadvisor.com/ Beaufort forum June 12, 2006 |
Jon Sharp
shipwrecked in Beaufort. A former Hollywood actor, Jon came ashore
in a Coast Guard rescue helicopter in February 1992 and soon fell
under the spell of Beaufort's natural beauty, her people, and her
history.
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Jon's 2 hour Walking Tour through the National Historic District of Beaufort is a leisurely 2 mile stroll amidst some of the finest antebellum homes in America.
The spellbinding and
deeply emotional narrative begins and ends in front of the
Downtown Marina.
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Tours are Spring, Fall and Winter
11am Tuesday thru Saturday
1pm Sunday
Group tours
& times are available.
(Summer tours available for 10 persons or more)
Tickets are $20 per
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Photo credit: Ava Richey, April 2007 |
This is THE TOUR!
Call (843)575-5775 or us to reserve your space for what is certain to be the highlight of your visit to Beaufort.
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“...We learned more about the history, architecture and
horticulture of the area in one morning than we did on any other tour we have ever taken.
If you truly want to experience Beaufort, do not miss this tour.” |
tripadvisor.com/ Beaufort forum October 24, 2006
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“We absolutely agree. What an incredible tour!” |
tripadvisor.com/ Beaufort forum October 29, 2006
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“Without a doubt, one of the best tours we've ever
taken.” |
tripadvisor.com/ Beaufort forum February 17, 2007
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