1 day in Jekyll Island & Chincoteague Island Itinerary

A vacation on Jekyll Island allows visitors to discover the lifestyle of American aristocrats from the 19th century.

For photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Jekyll Island trip maker website.

Tampa to Jekyll Island is an approximately 5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or do a combination of train and car. Traveling from Tampa in February, expect Jekyll Island to be little chillier, temps between 66°F and 48°F. You will leave for Chincoteague Island on the 21st (Sun).

Famous for a wild breed of horses--Chincoteague Ponies--Chincoteague Island embraces the mystery of some of North America’s oldest inhabitants.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Chincoteague Island trip planner.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Jekyll Island to Chincoteague Island takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. In February, Chincoteague Island is little chillier than Jekyll Island - with highs of 48°F and lows of 31°F. You will leave for home on the 21st (Sun).