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A lighthouse on a wooden boardwalk with a sunset in the background. 1
A large bridge spanning a calm body of water with large rocks in the foreground and a partly cloudy sky. 3
An aerial view of a beach with parked cars and people. 4
A long bridge with multiple arches over a body of water during sunset. 5
By Action Tour Guide
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Features

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Overview

    • Discover the natural beauty of this unique seashore
    • Dive into the mystery of England’s lost colony
    • Venture through the "Graveyard of the Atlantic"
    • Hear stories of the region's indigenous Croatans
    • Spot some turtles on Pea Island Beach

Activity location

  • NC, 27959, United States of America
    • Dare County
    • 27959, Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Whalebone Junction Information Center, Cape Hatteras National Park Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959
    • Whalebone Junction Information Center Cape Hatteras National Park Rd
    • 27959, Nags Head, NC, United States of America

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What's included, what's not

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    Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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    Perfect narrator: Nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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    Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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    Offline maps: No signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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    Hands-free: Audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
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    Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
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    Great value: Purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
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    Easy-to-use app: Download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
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    Unique password: Access your tour on the Action Tour Guide App
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
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    Food/Drinks

Know before you book

  • Enjoy a flexible, self-guided experience with the Action Tour Guide app—your audio narrator, GPS-enabled map, and tour guide all in one, so you can explore at your own pace.
  • A vehicle is required for this driving tour. You only need to purchase one tour per vehicle, not per person, making it easy for everyone in your group to listen together.
  • After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to download the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access your tour. Download the tour in advance for the best experience.
  • Explore with stories created by local experts, professional writers, and experienced narrators that bring each destination’s history, culture, and landmarks to life.
  • Discover more with animated videos at select stops, helping you visualize historic events, hidden interiors, changing landscapes, and other details that may not be visible today.
  • Enjoy lifetime access with no expiry. Once unlocked, your tour is yours to use anytime, on future trips, and as many times as you like.

What you can expect

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

Embark on a captivating drive along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore with this self-guided tour of North Carolina's Outer Banks. Dive into a rich tapestry of history, from tales of the Lost Colony to the legendary pirate Blackbeard as you marvel at stunning oceanside scenery. Visit the majestic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, encounter the unique marine wonders of the Pamlico Sound, and so much more. This tour ends at the Hatteras Ferry in case you want to keep the adventure going on the remote island of Ocracoke. The barrier islands await!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter the password, and download the tour while you have WiFi or cell service. Once downloaded, the tour works offline, allowing you to enjoy the experience without an internet connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Points of Interest along the Cape Hatteras:

  • Whalebone Junction Information Center
  • Maritime Forests
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse and Coquina Beach
  • Confederates and the Lighthouse
  • Oregon Inlet
  • Oregon Inlet Life Saving Station
  • Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
  • The Croatans
  • Pea Island Beach and Loggerhead Turtles
  • Jughandle Bridge
  • The Hatteras Sand Banks
  • The Civil War on the Outer Banks
  • Lincoln's Assassin & Sam Tolson
  • Sinking U-Boats
  • Kite Point
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse / Cape Point
  • Diamond Shoals
  • Lighthouse Keepers
  • Rescue of the Sarah Rawson
  • The Mystery of the Deering
  • Blackbeard's Ghost
  • Ocracoke's Favorite Residents
  • Hatteras and Hotel De Afrique
  • Freedman's Colony
  • Cape Point

Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

  • This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
  • The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
  • You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
  • New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
  • Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
  • If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

Location

Activity location

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    NC, 27959, United States of America
    • Dare County
    • 27959, Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Whalebone Junction Information Center, Cape Hatteras National Park Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959
    • Whalebone Junction Information Center Cape Hatteras National Park Rd
    • 27959, Nags Head, NC, United States of America