Turks Tour Co.

If you want to tour the Turks and Caicos Islands in style, look no further than Turks Tour Co., a company that operates guided trolley tours across the island of Providenciales. Excursions take place aboard an air-conditioned San Francisco–style trolley bus that offers one of the country’s more unique sightseeing experiences and seats up to 28 guests.

The company's motto is Eat, Play, Explore, and Turks Tour Co.'s excursions offer a nice combination of those activities that guests of all ages can enjoy. On their island tours, you'll get to sample the local cuisine, learn about the culture, and see what makes the Turks and Caicos Islands truly unique. All tours are guided by a knowledgeable island expert who walks you through the various attractions and experiences.

You can reserve a spot on one of the company's shared island tours, or book a private tour and customize your itinerary. Tours are typically 3.5 hours, and depart from the Turks Tour Co. store in Grace Bay or the hostess stand at Castaways Conch Bar & Island Grill across the street.

Trolley Tours

Public Island Tour

Turks Tour Co.'s signature tour is a public 3.5-hour island tour that whisks visitors away to fascinating attractions across Providenciales. This tour includes stops at The Junkanoo Museum, Turk's Head Brewery, and Omar’s Beach Hut (one of the best places to enjoy local seafood).

Public tours include a full lunch, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (namely, the country's famous Turk's Head Beer), and a live conch show where you'll get to see the process of preparing the country's most popular seafood, conch. Trips typically end the day at Island Scoop, a gelato bar in central Grace Bay. Shared tours take up to 22 guests at a time.

Private Island Tour

You also have the option to book the entire trolley for a private island tour. Most private tours generally follow Turks Tour Co.'s typical tour itinerary, but can be modified to suit the interests of your group (for example, spending more time at any one stop).

If you want to plan a specific tour with custom stops, Turks Tour Co. will do their best to accommodate.

Above: Sampling local cuisine at Omar's Beach Hut.   Top right:  Top left:  The Junkanoo Museum is where you'll learn about Junkanoo, a musical genre and art form that originated in the Bahamas but has grown roots in the Turks and Caicos Islands.   Bottom right:  Top right:  Preparing fresh conch right off the beach in Five Cays.  

Trolley Bus Pub Crawl

To explore the Turks and Caicos Islands' beach bar and nightlife scene, try one of Turks Tour Co.'s lively pub crawls. This tour visits three popular local bars where you'll get to enjoy tasty drinks with great company. Stops at each bar are between 30 and 45 minutes, and include one drink (additional drinks are extra). Guests must be at least 18 years old—the legal drinking age in the Turks and Caicos Islands—to participate.

Private Trolley Rentals

In addition to excursions, Turks Tour Co. provides trolley rentals for events and group transportation. Their trolleys are among the few vehicles on Providenciales that can accommodate groups larger than 14 (the typical passenger allowance for most taxis). Booking out the Turks Tour Co. trolley is a great option for weddings, corporate groups, and for large groups traveling together. Minimum rental time is two hours.

Booking and Reservations

It's best to book your trolley tour at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability. Public tours are offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and depart Grace Bay at 9:45 AM.

Located at Regent Village

The Regent Village is an expansive upscale retail and commercial plaza in the heart of Grace Bay. The site is home to several restaurants, art galleries, shops, and professional offices. Nearby are the plazas of Saltmills and Le Vele.