Savannah
Son Tours offers customizable educational trips to Savannah, highlighting its significance in historical events and popular culture.
Savannah, Georgia
Experience the beautiful, waterfront city of Savannah, Georgia with Son Tours. From River Street to Fort Jackson, the “Hostess City of the South” is one of the top tour and leisure destinations in the United States. On this three-day tour, your group will visit the enriching, historical sites of one of America’s oldest cities and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
Why Choose Son Tours for Your Savannah Student Trip?
Our certified tour operators and guides will accompany your students through a wide range of activities during a sightseeing tour of Savannah, while staying at excellent accommodations, along with an experienced Son Tours representative. We manage all aspects of planning, pre-booking, security, and even billing, so you can relax and enjoy the trip. Son Tours is a full-service student travel company.
Tour Highlights
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Eat, drink, shop, and explore in the heart of historic Savannah. From candy shops and to art galleries, a stroll down River Street offers an unforgettable waterfront experience.
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Spend an afternoon on the beach just 20 minutes from downtown Savannah and have lunch at Tybee Island Pavilion.
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Experience the national museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, which preserves the stories of courage and patriotism of the Eighth Air Force from World War II. Hear the enriching stories that the museum holds alongside a knowledgeable guide.
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Immerse yourself in the Roaring ‘20s at this interactive Prohibition Museum with displays on Women’s Right to Vote and the ban on alcohol from 1920-1933.
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Visit this must-see National Historic Landmark, a beautifully preserved fort along the Savannah River and Georgia’s oldest standing brick fortification. Experience a demonstration of Civil War training, drills, and artillery with a cannon firing.
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Have dinner at the historic Pirate House Restaurant established in 1753 and located in downtown Savannah. Known for a delicious menu of Southern-style food in the heart of the city.
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Watch bottle-nosed dolphins playing in their natural habitat. The dolphins will frequently come right up to the boat!
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Visit and take a photo in front of one of Savannah’s most well-known icons.
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Visit Savannah’s first public schoolroom depicted from 1856, learn why James Edward Oglethorpe laid out Savannah as he did, and view an exhibit on the architectural styles of Savannah buildings.
Still Have Questions?
Our Frequently Asked Questions aim to address common inquiries about Son Tours' educational trips, helping parents, teachers, chaperones, and students feel informed and confident about their upcoming journey.