Tours/St John/Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour
Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour
5.0(179)St John4 hours
VIATOR4.8(17)TRIPADVISOR5.0(162)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$288 / person
Location
St John
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 179 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Star Fish Tours & Taxi Services, LLC
Meeting point
Go to the Cruz Bay Ferry Dock on Prince Street, Cruz Bay, St. John, United States Virgin Islands and your driver will have a sign that says "Star Fish Tours & Taxi Services".
Description
Your Private Four Hour Tour on ST. JOHN, UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS offers the best of both worlds. You get the history of St. John, visit our historical sites and also get to enjoy, swim, sunbath and or snorkel at two of our most beautiful beaches. Our guest get to interact with their driver/tour guide. There will be refreshing drinks for the duration of the tour.
Tour Options
Winter Schedule
Winter time schedule
Pickup included
8:30AM
8:30AM
Summer time schedule
Summer time schedule
Itinerary
Caneel Bay Beach
10 min
Here is where you get a view of Caneel Bay Resort and nearby Cays.
Hawksnest Beach
Pass by
Hawksnest Beach is a popular beach for picnics & just relaxing.
Oppenheimer Beach
Pass by
Oppenheimer Beach is great for weddings and special events. It also abuts Hawksnest Beach.
Jumbie Beach
Pass by
One of St. John smaller beaches for guest who want not to be around the crowds.
Trunk Bay Beach
Admission not included60 min
Famous for its underwater self-guided snorkel trail.
Cinnamon Bay
10 min
Cinnamon Bay Beach is one of St. John's longer beaches. Great for sunbathing and relaxing.
Maho Bay Beach
60 min
Great for turtle sight-seeing.
Annaberg Sugar Plantation
15 min
This is our historic stop. You get to see the ruins that have remained.
Coral Harbor
10 min
Coral Bay Harbor View is a great overlook of Coral Bay Harbor & our British Virgin Islands.
Bordeaux Mountain Trail
Pass by
This is St. John's highest mountain peak.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Private tour
Bottled water
Beverages
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer a complimentary pick up service at Resorts, Villas and or guest houses within a 1/2 mile radius of the center of Cruz Bay, St. John, United States Virgin Islands. For request outside of the 1/2 mile radius additional fees will apply & vary depending on the location. This service DOES NOT APPLY to our travelers from St Thomas or arriving on the cruise lines. Travelers from St Thomas/Cruise Lines will need to take a taxi to the Red Hook Ferry Terminal. Our tour guides will meet them upon arrival to St John with a sign that says "Star Fish Tours".
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Dress code is smart casual
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour take?
Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour cost?
Prices start at $288 per person for this St John experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer a complimentary pick up service at Resorts, Villas and or guest houses within a 1/2 mile radius of the center of Cruz Bay, St. John, United States Virgin Islands. For request outside of the 1/2 mile radius additional fees will apply & vary depending on the location. This service DOES NOT APPLY to our travelers from St Thomas or arriving on the cruise lines. Travelers from St Thomas/Cruise Lines will need to take a taxi to the Red Hook Ferry Terminal. Our tour guides will meet them upon arrival to St John with a sign that says "Star Fish Tours". Pickup points include The Westin St. John Resort Villas.
What languages is Private 4 Hour Guided Historic Beach Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 25 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Reviews(179)
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danielepC7938FJ
August 10, 2026
Best Tour We've Ever Had!
My fiance and I took the private 4 hour tour with Captain Ron and it was the best tour ever. We had a fantastic time. Ron gave us so much historical information and took us to the most beautiful spots, including the sugar plantation. We were able to swim, have a wonderful lunch and learn so much from Ron. Highly recommend, cannot wait to go back again!
Operator response
Daniele, this review made Ron's day! He shared the fact that he too enjoyed your company and loves to show people not just a great time but the true beauty and hospitality of St. Johnians.
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Venture760191
July 31, 2026
Book the tour!
We absolutely loved the tour, we were lucky enough to get Hibiscus as our guide. We had a family of 11 from all age ranges the youngest being 3 and everyone enjoyed. If you go to St John this is the best way to see the island in one day.
Operator response
Your 5-star review means everything to us! We’re so happy we could meet your expectations with our Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour for your family of 11. Hibiscus had a great time with you also.
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keithgD8627WB
July 17, 2026
Best of the Islands
Awesome tour with Ms Hibiscus herself! Wow! Great views of the islands, knowledge of unique plants & insider island life, great stops at perfect beach locations. What’s not to love? I’d book again in a heartbeat!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your 5-star rating! Your generous feedback motivates us to continue providing exceptional experiences through our Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour. We shared your review with Hibiscus, who responded with a heartfelt “Thank you.” We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
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Cruiser26590627537
June 28, 2026
Highly recommend Star Tours
Our family of 12 booked with Star Tours a private 4 hour tour adding 2 extra hours on to the day. Evans was our tour guide and did an amazing job making sure we saw the sights and beaches we wanted to see and adding in the history and culture of the island. Highly recommend going with Star Tours.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this 5-star review with our team! We love hearing how much you enjoyed Evans as your tour guide and the Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour to the point to extended it by two hours. We know you have choices when it comes to your travel adventures, and it means the world to us that you’ve chosen to book an experience with our team. Thank you again for supporting our local business and we hope you’ll visit us in the future!
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ShannonWHL
June 7, 2026
Spend a great day on shore!
Hibiscus was the best tour guide we could have asked for! We had a wonderful 4 hours traveling the island without having to navigate driving on the left side of the road. She was friendly, knowledgeable, kind, and willing to share her perspectives about island life. Our nephews, who have visited many times before raved and raved about how much they enjoyed the tour and information.
Operator response
Thank you Shannon for sharing your experience with our Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour with Hibiscus as your guide. Hibiscus loves what she does and enjoys spending time with our visitors. We are happy that you enjoyed your time with her. Thank you for taking the time out to share with others. It is appreciated.
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williamrB9482OL
May 27, 2026
Cousin Jill's Birthday Celebration
Evans was our tour guide and he did a marvelous job enlightening our group on the history of St John. Evans was courteous, knowledgeable, professional, and humorous. We fully enjoyed his presentation. I would rate him 10 out of 10.
Operator response
Thank you William for sharing your experience with both your Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour and your personal guide, Evans. He and we appreciate the review!
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V4734PNjeffj
May 20, 2026
Awesome tour guide and overall trip experience.
Just awesome start to finish! We did the ferry from St Thomas to St John and got there almost an hour before our 10 am scheduled time. We tried to see about starting our tour early. The guy we met (can’t remember his name but he represented the company exceptionally well) was super helpful and called our tour guide and driver Hibiscus who showed up within 25 mins and we were on our way. I tried to tip him for his help and he wouldn’t accept it and said “nah, it’s all about providing good service.” WOW!
Can’t say enough great things about Hibiscus. If I could give her 10 stars I would. My family loved her. Super knowledgeable and sweet. During the course of the day, we extended our scheduled four hour tour by two hours with zero regret.
Would totally do it again.
Jeff
Operator response
Thank you Jeff for such a warm review. We’re lucky to have team members like Hibiscus, and your recognition means a lot. Thank you for your kind words! We are happy you enjoyed your Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour to the point that you added two extra hours! We love it!
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Road21984981068
April 23, 2026
Great experience
Outstanding experience. Ethan was awesome.
Operator response
The Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour with Star Fish Tours & Taxi Services, is a great way to enjoy the history and spend time on our beaches. Thanks for sharing your personal experience with future travelers and Evans your tour guide says "Thank You"!
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KateL1973
March 30, 2026
So excellent we keep coming back!
This is the second time we booked a tour with Ron - and this time we even extended our tour for an extra 2 hours! Ron is a retired St. John firefighter - he knows everything, everyone, and every place. We took our kids, ages 7 and 11 AND our parents, ages 81 and 85. The tour is perfect for all ages. You won't regret booking a tour with Star Fish.
Operator response
Thank you Kate. We’re grateful to have team members like Ron, and your recognition means a lot. We are sure to share this review with him.
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abbyjourneygirl
March 16, 2026
Great way to spend half a day in St. John.
This is a great way to see the island with knowledgeable local guides. While cruising the Caribbean, we stopped in St. John for the day. The pick up is centrally located and just a short walk from where our tender left us. We enjoyed the tour and beauty of the island and liked that we got to spend some time swimming and relaxing on the beach while our guide waited for us. We liked the privacy of having the taxi to ourselves so that we determined how much time to spend at each spot. Parking at hot spots is at a premium, so I recommend this over a Jeep rental or other car.
Operator response
Abby, we thank you for sharing your experience. We love it when our visitors traveling on their cruise line makes the extra step to venture onto St. John. Thanks for sharing your experience with future travelers. It is appreciated.
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