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Private tour in Norfolk Bambi W
Private Tour of Colonial Williamsburg and Historic Yorktown
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Discover Virginia like never before with me, a passionate storyteller and one of the most sought-after tour guides in the region. I specialize in bringing the past vividly to life, weaving together the rich threads of colonial, Revolutionary, and modern-day history across Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown, and beyond. As a Colonial Williamsburg Certified and Licensed Tour Guide and a National Park Service Commercial Use Authorization permit holder, I lead guests through the heart of Virginia’s most iconic historic sites. With over seven years of experience in private touring, I rank in the top 2% of guides for Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely walking tour, a scenic driving journey, or even an invigorating kayak adventure, I curate unforgettable experiences tailored to your interests and pace. My clients have included politicians, CEOs, entertainers, celebrity chefs, and countless families who leave with a deeper appreciation for the hidden gems of Virginia. Get ready to: (1) Walk in the footsteps of America's earliest colonists, (2) Hear untold stories from centuries past, and (3) See history through fresh eyes, with insight, warmth, and depth. I hold a Bachelor of Science from the University of Virginia and a doctorate from Tulane University. My husband (whom I met at UVA!) and I raised three sons—two of whom are now completing doctorate programs just minutes from Monticello. When I’m not guiding, I enjoy hiking, traveling, reading, and volunteering with laughter yoga and music therapy in local nursing homes. What sets me apart? It’s my attentiveness to each guest’s interests and needs, ensuring every tour is personalized, meaningful, and fun. Whether you're a history buff, a first-time visitor, or returning to see Virginia through new eyes—I craft an experience that sparks curiosity and leaves lasting memories.
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Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown - Colonial Life and War of American Independence
Overview of your Norfolk tour
Time travel on this private tour of Colonial Williamsburg (CW) and Yorktown. Explore a trail that reflects daily life, government, and society in the 18th century. From historic taverns and trade shops to the nation’s oldest academic building still in use, this immersive experience offers stories of revolution, royalty, faith, education, and everyday life in Colonial Virginia. Ideal for history lovers and curious travelers alike, this tour offers insight, depth, and the charm of Williamsburg as it was in the 1770s. After we depart CW for Yorktown, we'll discuss General Washington's journey on September 28, 1781 and more. Depending on our time, we will visit several historical sites - American Revolution Museum and Battlefield Visitor Center. We will visit several of our battlefields significant in America's Independence (Redoubts 9 and 10). I'll have drinks and light snacks. Depending on our time, we can plan discuss the option of dinner at a restaurant that helps bring history to life.
Your Norfolk tour itinerary
Step back in time. Highlights: 1) Begin with pick up from the Port of Norfolk. Your guide will drive you to Williamsburg. 2) Stroll Duke of Gloucester Street and explore daily colonial life and Virginia’s revolutionary legacy. 3) Walk down Palace Green to the Governor’s Palace, home to royal and revolutionary governors. 4) Option, explore Merchant’s Square, one of America’s first planned shopping districts. 5) Stop by the Sir Christopher Wren Building at William and Mary, the oldest academic building still in use in the U.S., central to colonial education. They close at 5PM. If academics are important, we will include; otherwise, we have over 300 acres to explore. 6) Light snacks and drinks on our 20+ minute ride to Yorktown. 7) Walk several battlefields in Yorktown - the most significant is Redoubt 10. 8) Suggested dinner at Riverwalk or another historic restaurant, perhaps near Fort Monroe. 9) Drive back to the Port of Norfolk, Virginia
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
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Norfolk, VA, USA
Meet outside the Town Point Park port terminal near the golden mermaid in the Nauticus/USS Wisconsin parking lot. Guide will have a pink umbrella. Location to be confirmed with guide.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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