Georgia

Biking Exploration on St. Simons and Jekyll Islands

Program No. 2181RJ
Bike St. Simons and Jekyll Islands with experts, exploring a historic lighthouse, learning about coastal ecosystems and enjoying authentic traditions of Southern culture and cuisine.

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Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024
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Oct 20 - Oct 25, 2024
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Feb 16 - Feb 21, 2025
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PRICES
Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024
Starting at
2,299
Oct 20 - Oct 25, 2024
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2,299
Feb 16 - Feb 21, 2025
Starting at
2,379
Mar 2 - Mar 7, 2025
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2,379
Mar 23 - Mar 28, 2025
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2,379
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Apr 13 - Apr 18, 2025
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2,379
Apr 27 - May 2, 2025
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2,379
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Oct 12 - Oct 17, 2025
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2,379
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Oct 19 - Oct 24, 2025
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2,379

At a Glance

Set amid coastal marshlands of swaying cordgrass and studded with lighthouses, former plantations and Gilded Age mansions, the Golden Isles of Georgia mark not only the meeting of the coast and the Atlantic, but also of the native peoples, Spanish missionaries, African slaves and wealthy vacationers who have all played parts in coastal Georgia’s history. From the Tiffany window in Faith Chapel to the historic Jekyll Island Club to the lush maritime forest, take in St. Simons and Jekyll islands by bike.
Activity Level
Outdoor: No Sweat
Novice to intermediate cyclists! Bicycling 13-20 miles per day at 9 miles per hour, moderate pace, concrete bike paths, flat terrain. One-speed, land cruiser bikes provided, foot brakes.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • See a 200-year-old working lighthouse, lovely Christ Church, Fort Frederica and slave cabins by bike.
  • Bike to the marshes and learn about Georgia's expansive estuarine and coastal ecosystems.
  • Explore more than 20 miles of winding bike trails on Jekyll Island, former playground of the Rockefellers and Morgans.

General Notes

Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Featured Expert
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Fred Collins
Fred Collins has lived full time on St. Simons Island since 1971 and has been leading cycling rides on the island for a half-dozen years. With his family roots an hour away in Baxley, Ga., where his family lineage goes back to the Revolutionary War and Civil Wars eras, Fred is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the history of the area. He made his living in the banking and finance industry.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Fred Collins has lived full time on St. Simons Island since 1971 and has been leading cycling rides on the island for a half-dozen years. With his family roots an hour away in Baxley, Ga., where his family lineage goes back to the Revolutionary War and Civil Wars eras, Fred is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the history of the area. He made his living in the banking and finance industry.
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