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2026/05/17 - Amelia Island & St. Augustine, FL
May 17, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Amelia Island & St. Augustine, Fl
Motorcoach Transportation From Conway, AR- 6 Nights Lodging, including 4 consecutive nights in the Jacksonville, FL Area
- 10 Meals: 6 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners
- Guided Tour of Amelia Island, Florida
- Visit to Fernandina Beach Historical District, with a stroll along the beach
- Narrated Cruise on the St. John's River
- Guided Trolley Tour of St. Augustine, followed by Hop-On/Hop-Off Privileges
- Visit to Historic St. George Street, Admission to the St. Augustine History Museum
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Dinner Party with Entertainment
- Day 1
- Board your spacious, video and restroom-equipped Motorcoach and set off for the sunshine of Jacksonville, Florida! Tonight, check into an en route hotel for a good night's rest.
- Day 2
- After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you'll depart for sunny Florida. Enjoy a leisurely Dinner at a local restaurant and check into your Jacksonville area hotel for a four-night stay.
- Day 3
- After a Continental Breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive along the coast accompanied by your guide. Learn about the Kingsley plantation and Florida's unusual history as you head to AMELIA ISLAND, the southernmost of the Atlantic coast barrier islands. After taking a GUIDED TOUR of this beautiful island, you'll visit the historical district in Fernandina Beach and have an opportunity to stroll along this stunning beach. This evening, enjoy a Dinner Party with Entertainment.
- Day 4
- Today, after enjoying a Continental Breakfast, your journey begins with a GUIDED TROLLEY TOUR OF ST. AUGUSTINE, which offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's past and its stunning architectural marvels. The tour also includes admission to the St. Augustine History Museum, providing further insight into this historic location. Following the 90-minute TROLLEY tour, enjoy the flexibility of Hop-On/Hop-Off privileges on the TROLLEY for the rest of the day, allowing you to explore all of St. Augustine at your own pace. You can choose to stop at numerous historic landmarks including, but not limited to, the Old Jail, Potters Wax Museum, City Gates, St. George Street, Churches, Lightner Museum, St. Augustine Distillery, San Sebastian Winery, Plaza de la Constitucion, The Oldest House, The Marina, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, and the Fountain of Youth. (Please note that admission to these additional museums and attractions along the trolley route is on your own.) Tonight, you'll relax and enjoy Dinner at a local area restaurant.
- Day 5
- Today, you'll enjoy a Continental Breakfast and start the day with a GUIDED TOUR of beautiful JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA. Afterwards, you'll experience a NARRATED CRUISE on the ST. JOHN'S RIVER. This evening, you'll enjoy Dinner at a local area restaurant.
- Day 6
- Enjoy a Continental Breakfast at your hotel before leaving for Lane Southern Orchards in Fort Valley, GA. This evening, relax at your en route hotel.
- Day 7
- After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will depart for home... a perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you've done, the great sights you've seen, and where your next group trip will take you!
Kingsley Plantation
Step into a tumultuous time and place in Florida’s past at the Kingsley Plantation on Fort George Island. While the history of Fort George Island dates back more than 1,000 years ago beginning with the Timucuan Indians, the structures you’ll see on the island are from 1798. Built by slaves as the centerpiece of a massive plantation, the Kingsley Plantation was named after one of it several plantation owners, Zephaniah Kingsley and is known as the oldest plantation in Florida.
All areas of the Kingsley Plantation are accessible by wheelchair.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and delight in 13-miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife and the pristine waters of Amelia Island during an Amelia Island bus excursion. Located off the coast of northeast Florida, this beloved barrier island was founded by the French, named by the English and tamed by the Americas. It’s an island that is easy to reach, but hard to forget.
Your step-on guide will use a microphone to point out the great sights you will see throughout Amelia Island.
With over 20 different stops for you to choose from and 100 Points of Interest, Old Town Trolley Tours is the easiest way to experience America’s Oldest City, St. Augustine, tailored to your tastes and preferences. This live and narrated hop-on, hop-off tour is designed for you to hop off at any stop, and hop back on when you are ready to resume your St. Augustine sightseeing experience. Unlimited hop-on & hop-off as often as you like all day long!
Delight in Spanish Colonial architecture, welcoming storefronts, and fine eateries as you roam along St. George Street in St. Augustine’s Old Town during a St. Augustine bus trip. Founded in 1565, St. Augustine originally served as a Spanish military outpost. Its New World history and the Spanish heritage and culture can stillbe found throughout St. Augustine’s Old Town.
Guided Tour of Jacksonville
From its diverse waterways to its historic neighborhoods, see Jacksonville during a Jacksonville city bus tour. Perfectly positioned along the Atlantic Ocean, Jacksonville is the largest city in the U.S. state of Florida by both its population and area. Discover Jacksonville’s history through fascinating stories and amusing anecdotes. During your Jacksonville tour, you’ll see the highlights of the city with a friendly and knowledgeable step-on guide.
Your step-on guide will use a microphone to point out the great sights you will see throughout Jacksonville.
Fountain of Youth
Discover the saga of Juan Ponce de Leon’s search for new lands and magical waters, or the fascinating story of Pedro Menedez de Aviles and the settling of St. Augustine at Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth, part of our St. Augustine bus tour. Founded by Juan Ponce de Leon in 1513 and settled by Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565, St. Augustine was America’s first colony, started 55 years before the Pilgrims arrived on Plymouth Rock and 42 years before Jamestown. Learn about the Natives and Colonials of the area and drink from the Fountain of Youth during your one and a half hour, self-guided tour of the Nation’s oldest city.
Shows in the Navigator’s Planetarium and the Globe Building take place every hour. If you’d like to see one of the shows, make sure you plan your time accordingly. Don’t forget your camera. There will be many unique photo opportunities during your time in the park. All areas of the Fountain of the Youth Archaeological Park are accessible by wheelchair. It is important you let your reservations agent know ahead of time if you or someone in your party is handicapped, so that they can make sure to accommodate your group in the most convenient and comfortable setting.
Lane Southern Orchards
Lane Southern Orchards in Fort Valley, Georgia, offers a delightful agritourism experience, showcasing the state's famous peaches and pecans. This family-friendly destination is a wonderful stop for group tours and senior travel, providing a taste of Southern hospitality and Georgia's agricultural heritage. A visit to Lane Southern Orchards is a treat for the senses, with fresh produce, delicious food, and a charming country atmosphere.
Lane Southern Orchards aims to be accessible to all visitors. The main areas, including the market, bakery, and restaurant, are generally wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking and restrooms are available. For specific details about tour accessibility, it's best to check with Lane Southern Orchards directly to ensure that all members of your group can be accommodated comfortably. The market at Lane Southern Orchards offers a wide variety of products, making it a great place to purchase souvenirs and gifts. Visitors can find Georgia-themed items, food products, and unique treats to take home.
Lightner Museum
Elegance and history await you at the Lightner Museum as part of this group motorcoach vacation package. Housed within the historic Hotel Alcazar building in the heart of St. Augustine, one hour from Jacksonville and Daytona Beach, and two hours from Disney World, the Epcot Center and Cape Canaveral, the Lightner Museum was established by Chicago publisher, Otto C. Lightner who purchased the building in 1946 to house his extensive collection of Victoriana. Today, the Lightner Museum is a non-profit, self-funded museum in the city of Saint Augustine. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and continues to preserve and display the antiquities that once belonged to Otto C. Lightner.
