Custom Tours
Not sure how to fit Jewish history, Charleston culture, and all the must-see attractions into one trip? We’ve got you.
Whether you’re visiting for an afternoon or an entire weekend, we’ll build a custom experience that blends Jewish heritage with Charleston’s most iconic experiences — from synagogues and cemeteries to plantations, Fort Sumter, and beyond.
Tour Overview
As with every Charleston Jewish Tours experience, your custom itinerary includes expert narration and rich historical context from a licensed, certified guide; seamless transportation from your hotel in a premium SUV; refreshments and kosher snacks throughout your journey; and the knowledge that a portion of all profits supports the Charleston Jewish Federation.
Below, you’ll find a curated list of experiences you can include in your personalized itinerary:
Private tour of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE), the oldest continuously used synagogue in the U.S. and birthplace of American Reform Judaism
Private tour of Brith Sholom Beth Israel (BSBI), the oldest continuously used Ashkenazi Orthodox synagogue in the U.S. and cornerstone of “Little Jerusalem”
Private tour of Coming Street Cemetery, the oldest Jewish burial ground in the South, dating to the 1700s
Private walking and/or driving tour of historic downtown Charleston, with a focus on Jewish landmarks and stories (learn more)
Excursions to plantations, Fort Sumter, and the USS Yorktown, with custom narration to highlight relevant Jewish or historical context
Behind-the-scenes access to rare archival materials from the Jewish Heritage Collection, guided by an expert historian
Thematic tour options, including Jewish-Southern culinary traditions or deeper explorations of African American Jews, slavery, and shared histories
Service learning and tikkun olam opportunities, such as volunteering at a local urban farm or food justice initiative
Kosher or non-kosher catering, as well as curated restaurant reservations
Lodging reservations and coordination
Opportunity to attend Shabbat services at KKBE or BSBI, with opportunities to meet local congregants or clergy
Perfect for families, small groups, or anyone seeking a more in-depth journey, this is Charleston, entirely your way.
Tour Note:
Tours operate rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. In cases of severe or unsafe weather, we will contact you to reschedule or issue a refund.
Vehicle Note:
This private tour is conducted in a premium SUV with one front passenger seat and two bench-style rows in the back. It’s most comfortable for up to 4 adults, but can accommodate up to 7 guests total (ideal for families with children). Please contact us if you have questions about seating or group size. See our fleet here.
