Charleston Charm: Southern Homes & Gardens Tour

Embark on a luxurious and unforgettable journey with our 5-night package, offering superior first-class accommodations throughout your stay. Wake up each morning to a delicious breakfast, setting the tone for your day of adventure and discovery.

Experience the charm of Charleston with a walking, carriage, historic home tour, and plantation tour, delving deep into the city’s rich history and culture. Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch amidst the beauty of Charleston’s landscapes.

Delve into the culinary delights of the South with a Southern cooking class, followed by dinners at local favorites.

Explore the supernatural with a haunted history tour, uncovering the city’s eerie past. Engage in creative workshops, including indigo dyeing and custom hat-making, immersing yourself in Charleston’s artisanal heritage.

Throughout your journey, enjoy the convenience of airport transfers and the company of a Women’s Travel Club Tour Host, ensuring a seamless and enriching travel experience.

INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

  • 4 Nights in superior first class accommodation
  • 5 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, and 4 Dinners
  • Walking carriage historic and home tour
  • Middleton Plantation Tour
  • Picnic lunch
  • Southern Cooking Class
  • Haunted History Tour
  • Savor the Flavors of Charleston Tour
  • Tour & Tasting at Firefly Distillery
  • Indigo Dyeing Workshop
  • Deep Water Winery Tasting
  • Charleston Tea Plantation
  • Custom Hat Workshop
  • Airport transfers
  • Women’s Travel Club Tour Host

ITINERARY

  • Day 1 - Welcome to Charleston

    Welcome to Charleston!  Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to our hotel.  This afternoon, we will visit High Cotton for a southern dinner.

    Accommodations:  Indigo Inn (Dinner)

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  • Day 2 - Historic Home Tour & Hat Making Workshop

    After breakfast, guests will embark on an immersive exploration of Charleston’s rich history. The tour will include a leisurely walk through the charming streets, where expert guides will narrate fascinating stories of the city’s past as well as experience houses, gardens, mansions, churches, and parks as you hear about the different buildings, history, architecture, flora and people. Next, guests will step back in time with a carriage ride, allowing them to experience the elegance of Charleston’s historic district from a unique perspective.

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  • Day 3 - Plantation Tour - Firefly Distillery

    After a delightful breakfast, guests will be whisked away to Middleton Place, a historic plantation, for an exclusive and private guided tour. They will explore the meticulously manicured gardens, the House Museum, and learn about the rich history of the plantation. Lunch will be served on-site, allowing guests to savor a delicious meal amidst the beauty of their surroundings.

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  • Day 4 - Indigo Dying Class - Haunted History Tour- Walking Food Tour

    After a delicious breakfast, guests will engage in a captivating 2-hour Indigo Dyeing class, where they will delve into the history and techniques of this ancient art form. Under the guidance of expert instructors, guests will create their own indigo-dyed tea towels, a beautiful keepsake to bring home and cherish.

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  • Day 5 - Charleston Tea Plantation - Deepwater Vineyard - Cooking Class

    Today we will visit the Charleston Tea Plantation the perfect stop to experience the enchanting world of tea, a must-stop destination for tea lovers. As the only tea garden in North America where hundreds of thousands of tea bushes stretch across acres of land, the sight is truly breathtaking.

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  • Day 6 - Depart Charleston

    Its time to say goodbye, as we reflect on the unforgettable journey, filled with unique experiences, delicious food, and lasting memories of Charleston’s charm and hospitality.

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**Prices are subject to change and availability. Space is limited, and activities and specific hotels are subject to change. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

DETAILS & PRICING

Rates

Double Occupancy – $4,799 USD per person (sharing a room)
Single Occupancy – $5,969 USD per person (your own room) 

If you would like the double occupancy rate but don’t have a roommate, we will match you with a suitable roommate. The single occupancy rate will give you your own room. Single occupancy may be limited. USD = United States of America dollars.

Payment & Cancellation Schedule
Payment of $300 is due at time of booking
Final payment due – Jan 7, 2025

All payments are non-refundable Please see full terms and conditions. Prices are subject to change based on availability.

Activity Level

Moderate Activity
There are walking tours throughout this short getaway.  You should be able to walk at a relaxed pace for a few hours with stops.

Group Size

Minimum – 16 members
Maximum – 20 members

Exclusions

  • International Airfare
  • Visa/passport handling fees
  • Meals not listed in itinerary
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities on personal purchases
  • Optional Activities
  • Expenses of a Personal Nature
  • Early check-in and late check-out of hotel

Tour Host

Women’s Travel Club tours are hosted tours. Your tour host is in addition to local tour guides. Your Women’s Travel Club tour host is your tour concierge and there to make sure every part of the tour runs smoothly. Our trained hosts are seasoned travelers who are with you every step of your tour so that you only have to worry about enjoying yourself and having fun.
The Women’s Travel Club Tour Host for this tour is TBA.

Roommate Matching Policy

Roommate matching is done as a courtesy and while most matches result in wonderful friendships, success is not guaranteed. If during the tour you decide you would no longer like to share a room with your roommate, you will need to request (and pay for) a single room at all accommodations. This can be shared between the two people in the room if it is a mutual decision. If you are a very light sleeper or snore, you may want to consider getting your own single room.

Flight Information

The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible.
Arrive to Charleston International Airport – (CHS) in the morning of the first day of the tour.
Depart from Charleston International Airport – (CHS) – anytime on the last day of the tour.
If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour, please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.
Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.
Flight Quote

Travel Insurance:

Out-of-country medical insurance is required. We strongly recommend that you obtain cancellation and interruption insurance to protect your investment.
Use this link to request an insurance quote.

Insurance Quote

ACCOMMODATIONS

Indigo Inn

Our hidden gem in the historic Ansonborough neighborhood features 40 beautifully furnished guest rooms surrounding a tranquil and inviting European-style atrium. The extensive list of thoughtful guest services at Indigo Inn includes daily complimentary breakfast and evening wine and cheese receptions.

** Occasionally, due to situations beyond our control, specific hotels may change. Any accommodation changes will be to a similar hotel.

FAQ's

Through our own clients and networking clubs we have realized a general desire for women to travel but they don’t always have a companion. We developed the Women’s Travel Club for these women to have a fun and safe group to travel with. We offer a wide range of destinations, so that there is something for everyone.

We have women of all ages, with the average being 45 to 65 years. However, we do have regular travelers anywhere from 30 years to over 80 years of age.

We do not include flights in the price of our tours. Not including the cost of flights in the cost of the tour allows members the flexibility to get the flight schedule, price and class of service that best suits them. The Women's Travel Club flight desk will be happy to help arrange your international flights.

Yes, we always negotiate the best possible single supplement rate for our trips. Single spots fill quickly and may be limited so we suggest you book early for a single spot.

Yes, each of our booking forms has an area for you to request to be matched with a roommate. We get some general information that will help us match you with a great new friend.

Yes, the hotel has secure, on-site valet parking at a cost of $25 per night + taxes (price subject to change).

April is a beautiful time to visit Charleston. Weather will be pleasant, with temperatures between 25C (77F) and 12C (54F).

Charleston Charm: Southern Homes & Gardens Tour

Apr 01 - Apr 06 2025

Tour Level: Classic Tours,
Tour Type: Short Getaways, Sightseeing Tours,
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