River Cruise and the Market Common

Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, USA

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Patty
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424 reviews
Apr 14, 2023
Group size: 28 - 33
River Cruise and the Market Common
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, USA

Patty
  • Email address verified
424 reviews

Apr 14, 2023
Group size: 28 - 33

About this trip



This day trip features a leisurely morning of cruising along one of South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry rivers where we will be entertained and educated by a local historian.  During this 2 to  2 1/2 hour (depends on the tides) private charter we learn about the history, mystery and legends of six Rice Plantations.  The Waccamaw River also treats us to flora, fauna and usually wildlife sightings of eagles, ospreys and alligators.  Following our time on the river (rivah as the locals say) we make the short drive to The Market Common for lunch at restaurants of your choosing.  Please note it's strawberry season so you might want to stop in the Crepe Creation Cafe for a crepe loaded with beautiful berries (see the picture below).  A few other choices worth mentioning are Tupelo Honey, Jardin Eatery, Travinia Italian Kitchen, PF Chang's or the Brass Tap.  Round out the day with shops such as Anthropologie, Orvis, The Southern Living Store, Manifest Design or Two Brothers Wood Works.  

What’s included

  • Transportation
    On a 34 passenger executive coach
  • Cruise
    Narrated cruise
  • Snacks & Water
    Provided on the bus
  • Host services
    Trip coordinated and hosted by Patty

What’s not included

  • Lunch
    On your own and choices will be provided in advance and on the day of the trip
  • Personal extras
    The boat departs from a Marina where additional snacks and drinks are available prior to the cruise but you are also welcome to bring your own.

Available Packages

Trip Price
$95

Itinerary

Low Country Day Trip
Plantation River Cruise

7:45am - Departure from Members Club lower parking lot

Approx. 9:15am - Arrive at Marina in Murrells Inlet for cruise boarding

10am - 2 to 2 1/2 hour cruise

Approx. 1pm - Lunch and shopping at The Market Common

3:30pm - Departure for St. James

Approx. 5:00pm - Return to St. James

Your Organizer


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Patty
424 reviews
I love to travel so in my partially retired life I decided to adapt my passion for travel along with 25 years of experience in Travel & Tourism to create Trips by Patty. I received a BA in American History from UNC-Chapel Hill. Not knowing what I was going to do with that degree, I started working as a desk clerk at a hotel in Raleigh. I enjoyed the hotel business and the career path began. Hotel operations and sales, Convention Center operations and marketing, destination marketing with a Convention Visitors Bureau and even a stint as a tour guide. What happened to the history degree? Well, many times when I am escorting my trips I share the history of the destinations we visit. It's a great feeling to take your career skills and adapt them to your own small business. I love what I do and hope you'll join me on a trip one day!

Reviews

The trip was well organized, as usual. We had time for a nice lunch and the play was great - just not fantastic. That is not Patty's fault. I just didn't get "moved" by it. Thanks, Patty!!
By Dotty K for Kimberly Akimbo Theater Trip on May 12, 2025
Fun trip. Patty does a great job, handles all the details so we can relax.
By Claire L for New Bern Heritage Homes Tour on May 11, 2025
All trips I’ve been on have been great. I wish we had more time to see all the houses on the New Bern trip.
By April B for New Bern Heritage Homes Tour on May 11, 2025
We had a great trip. As a group we all saw the 1st 3 houses. Then we went to town and had the freedom to enjoy lunch, more houses on the house tour, or maybe help boost the economy by visiting a few shops. Patty was, as always, a great hostess.
By Katherine H for New Bern Heritage Homes Tour on May 11, 2025
We had a great time. The play was a hit and of course Patty and her team made the traveling up to Raleigh enjoyable.
By Janet R for Kimberly Akimbo Theater Trip on May 09, 2025
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