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Georgia & Florida: Jekyll Island & St. Augustine
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 5-26 miles|
- Biking: 1-4 hours|
Starting From
6-day Bike Tour Only
$2,995
Per person, double occupancy
Georgia & Florida: Jekyll Island & St. Augustine
Many cycling tours of Georgia and Florida miss out on this region’s historic and cultural center—but not us! Dating back to pre-colonial times, the vibrant historical district of St. Augustine is beautifully preserved—and your bayfront accommodations are the perfect vantage point for exploring all the city has to offer. As you cycle along the Georgia coast toward St. Augustine, our route will take you through pristine Jekyll Island, pedaling along sun-drenched coastal byways as you watch for signs of bald eagles, snowy egrets, and dolphins cavorting in the surf. In the company of knowledgeable trip leaders, you’ll explore the richly biodiverse saltmarsh around Big Talbot up close during a guided kayaking excursion—and sail the blue waters off Florida’s Atlantic coast on an authentic replica of a 19th-century schooner. This is truly the south Atlantic seaboard at its best!
Tour Highlights
- Cycle past the sprawling beaches, grand “cottages,” and historic ruins of Jekyll Island.
- Navigate your kayak through a salt marsh preserve in search of eagles, otters, and dolphins.
- Visit the scene-stealing St. Augustine Lighthouse and the nearby pristine four-mile beach of Anastasia State Park.
- Embark a sunset cruise on the Schooner Freedom, a fine testament to Civil War blockade runners.
- Cycle the farmlands of St. John’s County, pedaling past potato and cabbage fields, small farming communities, and the tranquil St. John’s River.
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
This tour offers riding on bike paths and roadways alongside vehicular traffic. In many cases, roadways have marked bike lanes. We have chosen quieter options where possible. Scenic A1A is busier but accustomed to cyclists. There are no hills or dirt roads (except for some short dirt driveways to access some sites). Of course, your VBT support vehicle is always available for those who would like assistance or wish for a shorter ride option.
- Daily Mileage: 5-26 miles|
- Biking: 1-4 hours|
- Max Group Size: 20
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Jan68º/47º
Feb69º/48º
Mar74º/53º
Apr79º/58º
Oct81º/64º
Nov74º/54º
Dec69º/48º
Average
Precipitation:
Jan2.5 in
Feb3.1 in
Mar3.4 in
Apr2.9 in
Oct5.5 in
Nov2.3 in
Dec2.8 in
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5 nights in historic hotels |
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11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners |
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Transportation from Jacksonville International Airport to Jekyll Island |
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Transportation from St. Augustine to Jacksonville International Airport |
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations
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This trip's activities were perfectly balanced. In addition to the daily biking, there were historic tours, kayaking, and down time. The leaders anticipated my needs before I even knew what I needed! They were great company too. The bike routes were planned thoughtfully with plenty of options to bike more or less. This part of Florida is enchanting, and I learned a lot of it's fascinating history - one I never knew.
Florida's Historic Coast
This was our first VBT trip and we found it perfect for our “beginner “ level. Loved Jekyll Island especially! The trip leaders were exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable! Highly recommend!
Great trip!
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