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- Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2025)
- Music Cities USA Tour featuring Memphis, Nashville & The Biltmore
- America's Musical Heritage
- Southern Charms & Florida
- Southern Charm Holiday (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2025)
- America's Music Cities Holiday featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville (New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN) (2025)
- Country Roads of the Deep South (Classic)
- Mountains, Moonshine & Music City
- Asheville Inn Based Hiking Tour
- Music Cities: Nashville & Memphis
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 up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $5,699
3% Off- NZ$5,549You save $150
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 12 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 34 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Tours of Distinction From
3% Off- NZ$5,189
America's Musical Heritage
152 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything met or was above our expectations.”
Patricia, traveled in September
Musical memories form at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry, Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, and New Orleans' French Quarter. Group meals and performances create natural connections among music enthusiasts.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Clarksdale, Greenwood, Indianola, Natchez, Lafayette, New Orleans Age Range up to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 46 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $6,769
4% Off- NZ$6,519You save $250
Southern Charms & Florida
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Different styles of music encountered. Comfortable travel and accommodation.”
Linley, traveled in March
Graceland, Grand Ole Opry, and French Quarter tours bring the group together. River cruises and city walks create natural bonds, with single rooms at quality hotels.
Duration 13 days Destinations New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Natchez, Memphis, Nashville, Chattanooga, Atlanta, Savannah, St. Augustine, Orlando Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cosmos From $4,989
2% Off- NZ$4,889You save $100
Southern Charm Holiday (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2025)
94 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Southern charm welcomes travelers with group dinners in Charleston and Savannah's River Street. Fort Sumter cruises and Jekyll Island tram tours create shared memories, while Christmas caroling and cooking demonstrations foster connections.
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island, Jacksonville Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $5,699
3% Off- NZ$5,549You save $150
America's Music Cities Holiday featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville (New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN) (2025)
76 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Musical heritage flows through Pirates Alley and Graceland's Meditation Garden on guided walks. Sweet moments await at Goo Goo Candy Shop's chocolate-making sessions, with evenings at the Grand Ole Opry.
Duration 8 days Destinations New Orleans, Oxford, Memphis, Nashville Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $6,699
2% Off- NZ$6,549You save $150
The Deep South unfolds from Nashville's Grand Ole Opry to New Orleans' cooking demonstrations. Travelers connect during private museum tours, Lafayette crawfish catching, and mask-making at Mardi Gras World.
Duration 12 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Greenwood, Natchez, Lafayette, New Orleans Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Insight Vacations From $10,050
15% Off- NZ$8,543You save $1,508
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 21 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travelling Time From
15% Off- NZ$5,292
Asheville Inn Based Hiking Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We are so glad for Wildland trekking and Kyle to make this 45th wedding anniversary wonderful.”
James, traveled in May
Fellow outdoor enthusiasts tackle Linville Gorge and Table Rock Mountain trails. Southern craft beer tastings at Highland Brewing Company and Sierra Nevada's compound create lasting friendships. Asheville serves as an ideal base.
Duration 3 days Destinations Asheville, Linville, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Wildland Trekking From
15% Off- NZ$3,943
Music Cities: Nashville & Memphis
131 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was wonderful and our guide and driver were excellent.”
Patti, traveled in May
Duration 7 days Destinations Nashville, Brownsville, Memphis Age Range up to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $5,079
5% Off- NZ$4,829You save $250
What people love about touring Southern USA solo
- Southern Style
What a great tour- the best holiday we have ever had. Trying hard to get the money together for another one - but never ever going with another tour company - Travelling Time are the best!
Great tour, made better by our guide Kris.
Southern Charms & Florida
- America's Music Cities featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville (New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN) (2025)
Loved it! Everyone and everything was great.
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."