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Sunshine Tours offers tours in and around Virginia all year round. Every Tour is Escorted on modern Touring Motor coaches, giving our Passengers the most comfortable ride. In addition to being Climate Controlled and Restroom Equipped, each State of the Art Motor coach has VCR’s and DVD’s. All Tours include Deluxe Motor coach Transportation, Admission to all Listed Attractions and Baggage Handling at each night’s Lodging. From the Moment you Step Aboard our Motor coach, Wonderful Things Begin to Happen. Your Sunshine Tour is more than just Places and Things. It is a Happy Time, filled with Good Feelings and Fond Memories with Family and Friends.

We also offer charter services and can help meet your transportation needs for your next outing or trip!

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Join us for easy and comfortable trips to scenic locations originating out of Roanoke Virginia. Our event calendar is filled with upcoming events.

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We offer easy & comfortable group travel originating from Roanoke, Virginia

Meet your host: Ernie Dale

Ernie Dale graduated from Virginia Intermont College, Bristol, VA, with a BA in Business Administration/Management. He has been doing motor coach tours since 1994. He has also done fly trips and cruises. He enjoys walking, traveling, and spending time outdoors. 

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Various tours in the Roanoke Region in Virginia's Blue Ridge are great ways to experience many of the unique facets of the region.

We offer an extensive collection of tours, ranging from self-guided walking and driving tours to outings that can be reserved with tour companies that specialize in guide services. Don't forget to check our calendar to see if any special tour events occur during your visit.

Self-Guided Driving Tours

These self-guided driving tours offer a mix of everything, including history, shopping, cuisine, live music, and all kinds of Southern charm.

Self-Guided Walking Tours

Explore some of the incredible communities that make up Virginia's Blue Ridge with these self-guided walking tours. It's a great way to trace the steps of the region's rich heritage.

• Hidden in Plain Site Tour
• Historic Gainsboro Tour
• Historic Fincastle Walking Tour

Themed Tours

Our themed tours focus on some of the unique areas of interest that visitors love to experience in Virginia's Blue Ridge. You can visit these stops at your own pace and pick the locations that best fit your schedule and other activities.

• Art by Bike
• The Crooked Road: Virginia's Heritage Music Trail
• Crossroads to Settlement
• Virginia's Blue Ridge Cheers Trail

Bike Tours - E-Bikes & MTB

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Roanoke Mountain Adventures is a local outfitter that offers various guided bike tours as a fun way to explore Roanoke. Guided tour options include:

• Views & Brews E-Bike Tour - featuring stops at 3 local breweries
• E-Bike Food Tours - sample dishes at local restaurants in the Grandin Village & Wasena neighborhoods
• Star City Sunday Cruise - a 2.5-hour scenic tour through some of Roanoke's most scenic neighborhoods
• Guided Mountain Bike Ride - a guided mountain bike experience that is great for beginners and helps introduce you to the trails
• Mill Mountain MTB Tour - a beginner-level guided ride that includes a shuttle to the summit of Mill Mountain and offers beautiful views

You can also contact the Roanoke Mountain Adventures team to create a custom guided tour experience, which is great for groups, parties, and team-building. 

Want to put together a particular type of trip? Our interest-based itineraries (History, Outdoors, Family Fun, etc.) can help you plan the ultimate vacation. Itineraries vary in length of stay and can be combined to create the perfect blend of activities. Learn more .

Guided Tours

Many companies in the Roanoke Region offer services for guided tours and excursions.

Whether you want to enjoy an outing on the river, a mountain biking adventure, or sample amazing food and drink, the companies listed below are ready to help you create a fantastic experience.

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• Atlanta 430 miles
• Baltimore 281 miles
• Charleston, WV 180 miles
• Charlotte 194 miles
• Columbia 284 miles
• Greensboro 104 miles
• Lexington 356 miles
• Pittsburgh 340 miles
• Raleigh 167 miles
• Richmond 164 miles
• Virginia Beach 295 miles
• Washington, DC 251 miles

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