Itinerary
- Day 1
Atlanta
You'll arrive in Atlanta and settle into your hotel. Later that evening, meet the group for welcome drinks at the hotel bar to get to know your fellow travelers and start the tour off right.
Optional Activities
- Welcome drinks in hotel bar
- Day 2
Atlanta
After breakfast, you'll head to the Atlanta History Center for a guided tour through the city's past and heritage. The rest of the day is yours to wander around Downtown Atlanta and find the landmarks and local spots you want to see. In the evening, everyone gathers to try some local food and check out Atlanta's nightlife scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Atlanta History Center & Cyclorama visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Downtown Atlanta at your own pace
- Local food and nightlife experience
Landmarks/POIs Atlanta History Center - Day 3
Atlanta to Athens
You'll travel to Athens, Georgia after breakfast, a small town known for its active arts community. Once you arrive, you'll have time to walk around on your own and check out the area at your pace. After settling into your hotel, the evening is open for you to explore downtown Athens with its independent shops, cafes, and bars.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Spot the famous Athens Bulldogs
- Explore Athens local area
- Experience downtown Athens nightlife
- Day 4
Athens to Charlotte
You'll cross into North Carolina and pull into Charlotte. The afternoon is free for you to walk through the city's streets and see attractions on your own schedule. Later, you'll experience Charlotte's dining scene and live music venues, getting a feel for the local Southern hospitality and energy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Charlotte's vibrant streets and attractions
- Experience Charlotte's nightlife with dining and live music
- Day 5
Charlotte
Today is yours to explore Charlotte however you like. You can stroll the busy streets and visit museums and attractions, or if you prefer something more relaxed, take a horse and carriage ride through the historic areas of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Charlotte's vibrant streets and attractions
- Horse and carriage ride through historic Charlotte
- Day 6
Charlotte to Myrtle Beach
You'll head to the coast and arrive in Myrtle Beach. For the next couple of days, you'll have access to the beaches, shops, and entertainment venues. There's a range of activities and options depending on what you're in the mood for.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Myrtle Beach beaches
- Shopping in Myrtle Beach
- Entertainment districts in Myrtle Beach
- Day 7
Myrtle Beach
You have another full day in Myrtle Beach with your time split however you want. Walk the beaches, hunt through shops for things you like, or try some Southern food. As evening comes, you can catch a show at one of the theaters or head to a bar or club with live music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Myrtle Beach beaches
- Shopping for unique treasures
- Southern cuisine dining
- Theatre shows
- Live music at bars and clubs
- Day 8
Myrtle Beach to Charleston
You'll travel deeper into South Carolina with a lunch stop in Columbia and a visit to a local moonshine distillery where you'll learn about the distilling tradition. After that, you'll continue to Charleston, check in at your hotel, and spend the evening walking the historic downtown with its old streets and Lowcountry charm.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Distillery tour with tasting
Optional Activities
- Explore downtown Charleston
- Day 9
Charleston
You'll tour Fort Sumter, the site where the Civil War began, and see the National Monument and Museum there. From there, you'll take a scenic ferry to Patriots Point and walk through the USS Yorktown. The rest of your day is free to try restaurants, shop, and see what downtown Charleston has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Fort Sumter National Monument & Museum visit
- Patriot's Point visit
- USS Yorktown exploration
Optional Activities
- Downtown Charleston dining and shopping
Landmarks/POIs Fort Sumter National Monument Patriot's Point Naval & Maritime Museum USS Yorktown - Day 10
Charleston to Savannah
After breakfast, you'll leave Charleston and head to Savannah with a stop at Tybee Island along the way. There you'll check out the island's history, walk the Pier and Pavilion, and see the Tybee Island Lighthouse. It's a short 30-minute drive to Savannah after that, where you'll have the rest of the afternoon and evening to explore River Street or the historic areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tybee Island visit
- Tybee Island Lighthouse visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Tybee Island's history and attractions
- Walk along Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion
- Explore Savannah's River Street
- Explore Savannah's historic district
Landmarks/POIs Tybee Island Tybee Island Lighthouse - Day 11
Savannah
You'll have time to take in what makes Savannah special. Walk under the old oak trees with their hanging moss, wander the cobblestone streets with their historic buildings, and visit the different squares around town. Check out landmarks, try some Southern food, or just slow down and enjoy how the city feels.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Savannah's moss-draped oak trees and historic squares
- Visit Savannah's historic landmarks
- Sample Southern delicacies
- Day 12
Savannah to Macon
After breakfast, you'll drive to Macon, Georgia, a city with a strong music history and Southern character. You'll visit Capricorn Music Studios where Southern rock got its start, then the Big House Museum, where the Allman Brothers lived. Later, you can explore Macon's downtown with its live music venues, restaurants, and local vibe.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Capricorn Music Studios tour
- Big House Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Macon's vibrant downtown scene
- Live music and dining in Macon
Landmarks/POIs Capricorn Music Studios Big House Museum - Day 13
Macon to Stone Mountain
You'll have a group brunch at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Juliette, the filming location from Fried Green Tomatoes. Then you'll head to Stone Mountain Park to see the mountain and learn about its history. Back at your hotel in the evening, you'll have time to relax before your final night out in an entertainment area.
- Meals
- Brunch (Group brunch at Whistle Stop Cafe)
Included Activities
- Whistle Stop Cafe group brunch
- Stone Mountain Park visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Stone Mountain Park scenery and history
- Entertainment district evening visit
Landmarks/POIs Stone Mountain Park Whistle Stop Cafe - Day 14
Stone Mountain to Atlanta
Your tour comes to an end. You'll head to Atlanta Airport for your departure, ending your journey through the South.
