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Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

By Action Tour Guide
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Features

  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Witness the memorial marking the site of the first flight
  • Visit the shifting sands of Jockey's Ridge State Park
  • Step back in time at Wright Brother's Garage Monument
  • Take in coastal views at the Currituck Beach Lighthouse
  • Dive into the legend behind Nags Head's intriguing name

Activity location

  • Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes
    • Carolina Dunes
    • 27959, Nags Head, NC, 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

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

    Let the storey of the Wright Brothers uplift you on this self-guided driving tour of the Carolina Dunes where they made their first flight. Find out how these two young men went from repairing bicycles to building the first aeroplanes (and why those who came before failed) as you explore the majestic North Carolina seashore where the brothers made history. Visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial, stop by the site of the garage where they built their first prototype, then continue on to take in some stunning views at the Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Corolla Beach.

    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 Wright Brothers:

    • Jockey's Ridge State Park
    • The Wright Stuff
    • Detour:Â Wright Brothers National Memorial
    • Wright Brother's Garage Monument - Where it all started
    • Visiting the Monument
    • Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve
    • Detour:Â Duck Town Park Boardwalk
    • Pirates in Currituck
    • Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary
    • The White Ibis
    • Christmas Trees to Sand Dunes
    • Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    • Whalehead Club
    • Ghost of Wash Woods Station

    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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    Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes
    • Carolina Dunes
    • 27959, Nags Head, NC, 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