CHARLESTON INSIGHTS
PRIVATE TOURS
PRIVATE TOURS
About Charleston Insights
Whether coming for pleasure or considering purchasing property, Charleston Insights provides the introduction you need to get to know Charleston. Once we meet and begin touring the city, it will be tempting to focus solely on Charleston's beauty - especially, now that America's oldest and largest historic district and nearby colonial era plantations have been restored to their pre-Civil War splendor. However, Charleston's outward beauty is just part of its unique charm. For a deeper sense of what makes Charleston special, you will also need to look into this city's inner beauty - including its enlightened and genteel approach to life.
With a B.A. in British Civilization, your guide will lead you to the source of what makes Charleston special by examining this city's richly interwoven social fabric and culture. Beyond sightseeing, you will be shown how Charleston's 17th-century Enlightenment, English aristocratic, and Gullah cultural roots have shaped and distinguished this city for over 350 years. By viewing Charleston's distinctive Anglo-Caribbean architecture, landscaped gardens, and gracious lifestyle in this light, you will gain greater insight into this city - and see why leading travel publications have become so enamored with Charleston since the city's rebirth that it has been voted every year since 2011 as the Best City USA!
With a B.A. in British Civilization, your guide will lead you to the source of what makes Charleston special by examining this city's richly interwoven social fabric and culture. Beyond sightseeing, you will be shown how Charleston's 17th-century Enlightenment, English aristocratic, and Gullah cultural roots have shaped and distinguished this city for over 350 years. By viewing Charleston's distinctive Anglo-Caribbean architecture, landscaped gardens, and gracious lifestyle in this light, you will gain greater insight into this city - and see why leading travel publications have become so enamored with Charleston since the city's rebirth that it has been voted every year since 2011 as the Best City USA!
Richard Spahr, Founder
Tour Operator & Certified Guide
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Tour Operator & Certified Guide
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Richard is a licensed tour operator and a referral agent with Christie's International Real Estate. He moved to Charleston in 2008 - just as the city's rebirth was unfolding. Before Charleston, Richard traded derivatives, starting with banks in LA, NYC, and London. He began his career after earning a Global MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and the University of Oxford. Now settled in his favorite city, Richard enjoys connecting others with Charleston.
Private Tour Fees
Minimum 2.5 Hours
One Guest - $100/Hour
Each Additional Guest - $10/Hour
Plantation And House Tour Admissions - Not Included
Guide's Authorized Vehicle (Up to 4 Guests) - No Charge
Licensed Sprinter Van (5-13 Guests) - Additional Charge
One Guest - $100/Hour
Each Additional Guest - $10/Hour
Plantation And House Tour Admissions - Not Included
Guide's Authorized Vehicle (Up to 4 Guests) - No Charge
Licensed Sprinter Van (5-13 Guests) - Additional Charge