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Your guide is a local historian with surprising stories to share.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Grand Turk played a role in historic space missions.
The tour passes Waterloo, an 1815 colonial mansion and the Governor’s official residence.
For nearly 300 years, Grand Turk supplied salt to a global trade network.
The tour passes through Cockburn Town, a preserved colonial capital with Bermudian-style architecture, where every corner is photo-worthy.
Hear about abolitionist Mary Prince and her connection to Grand Turk and the British West Indies.
See some of the island’s oldest churches still standing today.
Visit the Turks and Caicos Islands National Museum to learn about the Tanios/Lucayans and see the Western Hemisphere’s oldest known European shipwreck.
Learn about Columbus Landing National Park and the salt flats that attract flamingos and wading birds in season.
At the 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse, enjoy Atlantic and Turks Island Passage views from the Horatio Nelson Lookout.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Clients will be picked up from the Taxi Stand at the Grand Turk Cruise Port and from the arrivals area at the J.A.G.S McCartney, International Airport, Grand Turk
Itinerary
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1Turks & Caicos National Museum
Discover the salvaged remains of a sunken ship believed to be the oldest European shipwreck in the Americas, including parts of the hull, cannons, and historic weapons. Explore fascinating Lucayan artifacts from the people who lived on these islands before the arrival of Bermudians and Loyalists. Objects include duhos, the ceremonial stools used by Lucayan chiefs. Step into three centuries of the islands’ salt industry through engaging displays, photographs, and audio experiences. Before you leave, browse a thoughtfully selected range of gifts, books, postcards, and souvenirs to remember your visit.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Grand Turk Lighthouse
Take in sweeping views of the Turks Islands Passage and the Atlantic Ocean from the historic 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse. Follow the informative signs and plaques around the grounds to learn more about the lighthouse’s history and its role in guiding ships safely through local waters. Meet the free-roaming wild donkeys that add charm and character to the lighthouse experience, with carrots available for purchase on site. Complete your visit with refreshments and souvenirs from the lighthouse gift shop.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Columbus Landfall National Park
Hear and see portions of the Columbus Landfall National Park, a protected marine sanctuary that is along the entire western length of Grand Turk and where the world-famous Grand Turk Wall plunges to over 7,000 feet. Learn about the marine life and famous dive sites within the National Park.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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