Bus for a Day (Shore Excursion)

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Overview

Choose from 30 different activities to do on the island. We will then help you
• Create an itinerary that reflects the needs and desires of your group
• Maximize the allotted full eight-hour tour time
• Most of the attractions on the island have free admission but we can arrange beforehand the reservations or passes to activities that require admission

Despite the pre-arranged itinerary, it is still flexible as you can explore at your own pace. What is more is that no matter what places interest you or your group's size, our professional guide will give you a wealth of information about Nassau. You can also create more memories aboard the bus as it can comfortably seat 10 to a maximum of 14 people. The bus is also equipped with snorkels, inflatable toys, inflatable rafts, and boogie boards just in case you spontaneously decide to enjoy the beach.

So whether you are with your family or squad, maximize your vacation as we create together an awesome, exclusive tour by bus just for you.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Use of snorkeling, inflatables,and boogie boards.
  • Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees
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Nassau Port

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Queen's Staircase

A major landmark in Nassau, the Queen's Staircase has been named in honor of Queen Victoria. It has 66 steps that were made from solid limestone rock by slaves whose original aim is to provide direct access from Fort Fincastle to Nassau City.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Graycliff Cigar Company

Learn how to create your own cigar.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Junkanoo Beach

Experience Bahamian culture featuring music, crafts, cultural games and competitions, a diverse kiddie corner, mixology, culinary demonstrations, scrumptious Bahamian food and drinks, and exhilarating Junkanoo performances with Junkanoo Festival Experience
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

National Art Gallery Of The Bahamas

If you are interested in Bahamian art, this should be your first stop. The art captures the history of Bahamas and Bahamian life through the artwork of Bahamian artists. You'll see contemporary movements and experimental contemporary art practices through exhibitions. There are several sculptures outside in the garden as well as wonderful murals that you can see from outside.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fort Fincastle

You can also explore this as well as other historic sites in Nassau. Fort Fincastle was built in 1793 to help protect the city from pirates. Located atop Bennet’s Hill, the highest point on New Providence Island, it provided the best views of Nassau and Paradise Island as well as the eastern approaches to the islands.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ardastra Gardens & Wildlife Conservation Centre

Watch dancing flamingos up close in the Bahamas’ first and only zoo in Nassau Paradise Island and home to the Carribean flamingo.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Daiquiri Shack

Have fresh fruit daiquiri to beat the heat.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arawak Cay

This popular place is home to a variety of authentic Bahamian restaurants, featuring traditional dishes from the Islands and ice-cold beverages with a local twist—all of which are sure to please the palate. Make sure to try Conch which is a local staple and the national dish of The Bahamas.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Watling's Distillery

Explore a live local distillery making hand-crafted rum and other spirits in small batches and bottling since 178
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pirates of Nassau Museum

This wax museum is dedicated to the life and times of Pirates in The Bahamas and those who fought against them. There are dramatic recreations of battles with sound and light; a number of displays depicting the lives of pirates, their living quarters, tools and weaponry; how they were punished for indiscretions, including being marooned on a deserted island; in addition to plaques on the wall providing historical details of the era. There is also a gift shop on the premises.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nassau Botanical Gardens

The Nassau Botanical Gardens provide a tranquil retreat for nature-loving residents and visitors. It features 18 acres of tropical flora covering over 600 species, including the Bahamas national flower, the Yellow Elder.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bonefish Pond National Park

This 1,280-acre park located on the south central coast of New Providence is an important marine nursery area. You can learn about mangroves while kayaking in this place.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church Cathedral

The Lord Proprietors built the original building on this site in 1670, making it the first church built in The Islands Of The Bahamas. The present structure, built in 1841, is the fifth church that has occupied this spot. The year 1861 marked an historic beginning for the islands; Nassau became a city and Christ Church was made a Cathedral.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bahamas

From a suspended airplane and pool bar to the outdoor deck with a fun and entertaining staff, Margaritaville is more than a restaurant - it's a state of mind. Margaritaville has everything you need to have a good time: great music, their signature menu, three unique bars, indoor and outdoor seating, a fin-shaped pool and a stage for live performances.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fort Charlotte

If you have time to visit only one fort, see Fort Charlotte, the largest one on New Providence at 100 acres. Located one mile west of downtown Nassau, just off West Bay Street, it sits on a hill overlooking the far west end of the harbor, commanding an impressive view of Paradise Island, Nassau, and the harbor.Every Wednesday and Friday, starting at 11:30 a.m., a living historical scene lets you step back in time and experience daily life in 18th-century Nassau. It features characters dressed in period costume, who exhibit basketweaving techniques, kitchen utensils used over 250 years ago, and fruits sold at the market. It culminates with the firing of the cannon at 12:00 noon.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Clifton Heritage National Park

A walk along the winding trails throughout the park will reveal a variety of ecosystems, such as native coppice, cliffs, coastal wetlands, dunes, rocky shorelines, sandy beaches, and offshore coral reefs. Local fauna include songbirds, wading birds, seabirds, and other wildlife. You can enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, camping, snorkeling using our snorkels, birdwatching, and picnicking in the Park, and the panoramic views from the cliffs.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bus for a Day (Shore Excursion)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private transportation
  • Use of snorkeling, inflatables,and boogie boards.
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  • Gratuities
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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