Southern USA Tours for Solo Travelers
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- Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2025)
- Georgia History Trail to Nashville
- Music Cities USA Tour featuring Memphis, Nashville & The Biltmore
- Classic Cajun Country & New Orleans
- Southern Charms (from Charleston to Savannah)
- Mountains, Moonshine & Music City
- Soul of the Deep South, a Women-Only Tour (Small Groups)
- USA's Deep South - Country & Blues
- Best of the South: Atlanta to New Orleans
- Music & Legends with Elvis & Dolly
Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2025)
94 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Low Country adventures await with guided tours of Charleston's hidden alleys and Savannah's famous squares. Groups join cooking demonstrations on River Street and dine at Jekyll Island Club. Premium accommodations offer single rooms.
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island, Jacksonville Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $5,699
10% Off- NZ$5,129You save $570
Duration 8 days Destinations Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Asheville, Nashville Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% Off- NZ$5,630
Music Cities USA Tour featuring Memphis, Nashville & The Biltmore
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a fantastic experience with a professional and friendly guide.”
Lourdes, traveled in June
Music enthusiasts gather at Memphis' Sun Studio and Nashville's Johnny Cash Museum. The group shares meals at Vernon's Smokehouse and Opry Backstage Grill. Tours of Smoky Mountain National Park and the grand Biltmore Estate bring everyone together.
Duration 8 days Destinations Memphis, Nashville, Pigeon Forge, Asheville Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 34 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Tours of Distinction From $6,189
6% Off- NZ$5,835You save $354
St. Louis Cathedral and Bourbon Street come alive with fellow travelers. Groups share beignets at Café du Monde, cruise Lafayette's bayous, and tour antebellum mansions in Natchez.
Duration 7 days Destinations New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Natchez, Lafayette, Avery Island Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 46 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Tours of Distinction From $4,509
8% Off- NZ$4,155You save $354
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Beaufort, Jekyll Island, Savannah Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 24 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $7,309
3% Off- NZ$7,059You save $250
Music history resonates as travelers aged 21+ visit FAME Studios and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The journey includes moonshine tastings in Lynchburg, dinners at Rattlesnake Saloon, and Nashville's Broadway nights.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nashville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Chattanooga, Muscle Shoals, Lynchburg Age Range Ages 21+ Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travelling Time From
3% Off- NZ$5,971
Duration 9 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Indianola, Jackson, New Orleans Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 24 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Insight Vacations From $9,684
11% Off- NZ$8,599You save $1,085
Duration 11 days Destinations Charlotte, Blue Ridge, Asheville, Nashville, Memphis, Clarksdale, New Orleans Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore! From
11% Off- NZ$9,390
Nashville's Studio B and New Orleans' cooking schools provide perfect settings for shared experiences. The group connects during Savannah's food tours and Memphis' music venues, while maintaining independence.
Duration 14 days Destinations Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Asheville, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $11,080
20% Off- NZ$8,864You save $2,216
Duration 11 days Destinations Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, Louisville, Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chattanooga Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cosmos From $4,369
5% Off- NZ$4,169You save $200
What people love about touring Southern USA solo
- Music Cities USA Tour featuring Memphis, Nashville & The Biltmore
Tour guide Janet Serra was friendly, helpful yet professional.
- Tastes and Sounds of the South
Our guide Austin Coop was excellent. He was attentive and knowledgable. One man on the trip could not speak or hear. He wrote out all key information to make the man's trip good for him.
What our customers ask about Southern USA Tours for Solo Travelers
What is the typical age range of solo travelers on Southern USA tours?
Most Southern USA tours attract travelers between 55-60 years old. Tour booking data shows that solo travelers make up more than 50% of participants. The pace and structure work well for mature travelers looking to connect with others while exploring places like Charleston's Historic District or Nashville's Broadway. Recent travelers often mention the balance between organized activities and independent exploration. A TourRadar traveler noted "Sandra and Ronnie were both outstanding hosts...we thoroughly enjoyed our experience."
What are the best seasons for solo travelers to visit Southern USA?
The most comfortable times to visit are Spring (March-May) and Fall (September-November) when temperatures are mild and tourist areas are less crowded. Most travelers book tours in April-May and September-October. Spring brings 70°F/21°C temperatures perfect for walking tours in Charleston and Savannah where gardens are blooming. One traveler's feedback helps with timing: "Wrong time for tour. Two weeks late for summer weather and 2 weeks early for fall colors."
How much free time is typically available on Southern USA tours?
Tours provide about 2-3 hours of free time each day plus occasional full free afternoons. This allows time to explore Nashville's music scene in the evening or walk through Savannah's historic squares at your own pace. The schedule blends structured activities with personal exploration time. As one traveler put it: "Everything was well planned and lots of fun. I enjoyed all the tours and there was a good mix of planned activities and free time."
How do meal arrangements work for solo travelers on Southern USA tours?
Tours usually cover daily breakfasts and several group dinners creating natural social settings. Most packages include 6-8 breakfasts and 2-3 dinners at places like the Jekyll Island Club. Guides can suggest good spots for solo dining near hotels such as the DeSoto in Savannah when meals aren't included. One traveler noted "The food was great especially the cooking demonstration in Savannah."
How many people typically travel solo on Southern USA tours?
Groups usually consist of 20-30 people with about 40% traveling solo. Popular routes like Globus' "America's Musical Heritage" and Costsaver's "Rhythms of the South" often see high numbers of independent travelers. A recent review stated: "The tour had a great mix of solo travelers and couples making it easy to connect with others who shared similar interests in music and Southern culture."
What cultural experiences can solo travelers expect on Southern USA tours?
Tours offer direct access to Southern heritage through visits to places like Louisiana's Houmas House plantation and Nashville's RCA Studio B. Cultural programs include Gullah Geechee presentations on Jekyll Island and special entry to sites like the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Local food experiences range from cooking classes to meals at historic spots like New Orleans' Court of Two Sisters. One reviewer shared: "The local experiences were fantastic - from learning about Civil War history at Fort Sumter to enjoying live jazz on Bourbon Street."