About This Tour
North Carolina’s Crystal Coast & The Inner Banks
Explore the rich history, charming towns, and beautiful coastlines of North Carolina on this 7-day adventure with stays at waterfront properties all along the way.
From the historic streets of New Bern, to the wild ponies of Shackleford Island, and the majestic blooms at Airlie Gardens, each day is filled with fascinating tours, delicious meals, and memorable experiences. Wrap up your tour with a visit to Wilmington and a relaxing stay on Wrightsville Beach.
Join us for a delightful exploration of North Carolina’s coastal treasures!
Your Tour at a Glance
Tour Highlights Include
Fully Customizable Programs
Historic Trolley Tour
North Carolina History Center
Tyron Palace
Fort Macon State Park Ranger Tour
Double Decker Bus Tour of Beaufort
North Carolina Maritime Museum
Shackleford Island Wild Ponies
Cape Point Shelling & Cape Point Lighthouse
Arlie Gardens
Duplin Winery Wine Tasting
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center
North Carolina Aquarium
Waterfront Hotels all along the way!
All Restaurants are locally-owned & operated, each unique and serving distinctive & enticing menus!
Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.
Every Program Built Around Your Group
At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.
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