Exclusive Private Tour of the Jamestown Settlement
Private guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement. This exclusive tour (only your family/group) includes an in-depth learning experience about the beginning of our oldest, permanent English colony that begins with exploring replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607, the re-created Paspahegh town, the James Fort reflecting the outpost in 1610-1614 and the museum with spectacular artifacts, replicas of 17th Century homes and more. There is an option (for a fee) to tour Historic Jamestowne, actual site of the Jamestown Fort, including the NPS Visitor Center, views of the James River, Fort and Tercentennial Monument that stands 104 feet tall. The monument was installed in 1907 commemorating the 300th anniversary of the Jamestown Colony. This trip may be customized for handicapped patrons as the state park includes free scooters first come, first serve. For NPS option, wheelchairs are available with notice to guide. Estimated time 3-4 hours. NOTE:SPANISH SPEAKING GUIDES AVAILABLE WITH NOTICE
Options
Add Historic Jamestowne NPS
Visit National Colonial Parks: Private tour of Historic Jamestowne operated by Colonial National Historic Park (NPS).
Pickup included
What's included in Exclusive Private Tour of the Jamestown Settlement
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Jamestown Settlement
Visit the Jamestown Settlement that recreates the 17th Century Virginia history and culture, including replicas of some of the first ships (Godspeed and Discovery (the Susan Constant is being repaired, but the museum has a replica of her 'tween deck occupied by approximately 54 passengers)), the life-size recreations of the Paspahegh (Native American) Town, life-size Jamestown fort of 1610-1614 and the many gallery exhibits and introduction film. Usually, we eat lunch after touring this museum.
Historic Jamestowne
For an additional fee, you can add the option for a private tour of Historic Jamestowne (the actual site of the Jamestown Fort) with a National Park Service Commercial Use Authorized (CUA) guide including the Historic Jamestown Visitor Center, the Tercentennial Monument and views of the Jamestown Fort. Finally, the NPS requires your CUA guide to have an Acknowledgment of Risk form filled out. *If a visitor needs a wheelchair, we ask that you notify your guide prior to the tour.
Jamestown Glasshouse
Option to tour the Jamestown Glasshouse of 1608 to observe and learn about glass blowing, the first experimental trade in America. The Glasshouse also has an amazing gift shop of Jamestown glass.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Jamestown Settlement (State Museum) Ticket
- Gratuities for guides (recommended 20% tip, if you enjoy your guide)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
- Important Note: We kindly ask the travelers who will join this experience with an infant to bring their own infant seat for the vehicle.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please contact us as soon as possible if you need us to pick you up in the Williamsburg area. We pick up within 5 km (3.1 miles) of Colonial Williamsburg. If you have your own vehicle and would like to meet us at the state museum, Jamestown Settlement (2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185), we can also meet you and your group there. Remember the address if we meet you and your group is 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185.
Meeting / End Points
- Meet in the lobby of the Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185.
