14 days tour

Best Of The South: Atlanta To New Orleans

$ 6,295 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Best Of The South: Atlanta To New Orleans

This tour includes:

Others

Savannah - Bonaventure Cemetery tour Savannah โ€“ Walking Food tour Charleston โ€“ Black History walking tour with a local guide Asheville - Leader-led walking tour Asheville - Biltmore Estate House & Grounds Nashville โ€“ Leader led walking tour Tennessee Whiskey Distillery Visit Nashville- Leader-led orientation tour Nashville - Country Music Hall of Fame Nashville - Studio B tour with recording session Memphis - Stax Museum of American Soul Music Memphis - Graceland, The Home of Elvis Presley Memphis - Leader-led orientation walk New Orleans - Leader-led Orientation New Orleans - Cooking Class New Orleans - Jazz Brunch

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if weโ€™re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isnโ€™t always possible which means we wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. Hotel (6 nights)

Meals

13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

AIRPORT TRANSFERS IN THE USA : & CANADA: We recommend taxis and rideshare services like Lyft and Uber when traveling to and from hotels in the USA : and Canada. These services are widely available across North America, offering convenient and accessible transportation options. Private transfers in North America incur high costs and present an increased risk of missed connections due to their fixed schedules. In contrast, taxis and rideshares offer both cost-effectiveness and flexibility, ensuring a smoother journey. With transparent pricing, GPS : tracking, and on-demand availability, we believe that taxis and rideshare apps not only offer a reliable alternative to private transfers but also provide a secure, trustworthy, and budget-friendly transportation option for our customers. NORTH AMERICA VEHICLES: Our large fleet of 15-passenger vans are fully equipped with air-conditioning system, V8 engines and any camping or cooking equipment needed for your trip. Most have cloth-upholstered seats and carpeted interior with radio or CD players. Your luggage is typically transported in a trailer which is towed behind the van. The vans are regularly serviced by a well-established network of maintenance and service facilities throughout the continent. However, unforeseen maintenance problems can still occur while on the road and we appreciate the patience of our travellers as we make necessary repairs as quickly as possible. While your group will have a van for all included activities on the trip, the services of the van and leader may not be available for your use during free time, or after you have arrived for the day. If you need a special trip into town you may need to arrange transport or a taxi. Private vehicle

Guide

All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leader or local representative. The aim of the group leader or local representative is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced group leader or local representative however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your group leader or local representative is new to a particular region or training other group leader or local representative. Your group leader or local representative will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your group leader or local representative can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip. NORTH AMERICAN LEADERS: Our leaders in the US and Canada are also responsible for driving the van and navigating across the country. The allowable driving times for drivers is strictly controlled in North America. This ensures our drivers are well rested and are not over-tired from too many hours on the roads. Itโ€™s strictly forbidden for non-qualified rangers to present any information about some National Parks in North America, therefore we adopt a system (as requested by the park rangers) where our leader will encourage travellers to visit the information centres in the National Parks for details about the site.

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Charleston - Food Tour (3 Hours) - USD100 Asheville - Biltmore Estate House & Grounds - USD95 New Orleans - Jazz Brunch - USD35

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of The South: Atlanta To New Orleans

  • Day 1 Day 1: Atlanta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Atlanta

      Welcome to Georgia! Your adventure begins in Atlanta with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. As this trip only spends limited time in Atlanta, we recommend arriving a day or two early to truly experience the city. You might like to check out the 33 acres of historic houses, gardens and award-winning exhibitions at the Atlanta History Center, or visit the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site. After your meeting, your leader will be able to recommend some good local restaurants for dinner.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Savannah
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Savannah

      Hit the road bright and early to make the journey to Savannah this morning. In 1946, Lady Astor referred to Savannah as โ€™a beautiful lady with a dirty faceโ€™ in reference to the crumbling, faded majesty of the cityโ€™s 18th and 19th-century mansions. Due to plenty of restoration work, Savannahโ€™s face may no longer be dirty, but sheโ€™s still a city of contradictions with hidden delights. When you arrive, youโ€™ll join an expert guide for a tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, widely regarded as one of the worldโ€™s most beautiful cemeteries. Take in its Southern gothic glory as you learn more about this famous spot that has inspired everyone from poets to nature lovers and filmmakers. After, you might like to check out Savannahโ€™s antebellum mansions, towering oak trees and colonial buildings on a stroll around town. In the evening, maybe head out on a ghost tour of old Savannah or seek out spirits of a different kind at one of the cityโ€™s many lively bars.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Savannah
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Savannah

      Take it easy this morning before meeting up at 11 am for a three-hour walking tour that blends the cityโ€™s history with some of its best and most delicious eats. This fascinating food tour visits spots like a not-so-ordinary pub, an award-winning honey store and a traditional British pie shop highlighting dishes consumed by some of Savannahโ€™s earliest settlers. This afternoon is all yours, so make the most of it!

  • Day 4 Day 4: Charleston
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Charleston

      Leave Savannah in the rear-view mirror and drive to Charleston. When you arrive, you might like to grab some lunch before joining a Black History tour with an expert guide. Youโ€™ll drive around in comfort, hearing stories of the cityโ€™s complex past and stopping for walks at historic landmarks. The afternoon is yours to explore Charleston at your own pace. Perhaps book a food tour to discover more flavours of the South.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Charleston To Asheville
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Charleston To Asheville

      This morning is free for you to continue exploring Charleston. You might like to take an early stroll through the cityโ€™s historic district, or pay a visit to the Fort Sumter National Monument. Then, make the drive through the Blue Ridge Mountains to the charming town of Asheville. Home to the countryโ€™s best breweries and some of North Carolinaโ€™s finest barbecue, Asheville also boasts an incredible folk music scene. After arriving youโ€™ll join your leader for a guided walking tour of the downtown area, packed with galleries and artist studios. For dinner, your leader will be able to suggest some of the townโ€™s boutique brew houses.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Asheville
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Asheville

      Enjoy an easy start to the morning, and then join your group for a visit to Biltmore House and Garden. Tour the opulent Gilded Age mansion famous for being Americaโ€™s largest home, and perhaps stop in for lunch and a glass of wine at the on-site winery. With the afternoon free, you can then choose to keep exploring the extensive property or head back into town. Tonight, thereโ€™s also the chance to join your group for an optional dinner.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Nashville
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Nashville

      Depart Asheville this morning, hitting the road headed for Nashville. Along the way, stop in at a local whiskey distillery. Tour the distillery and sample some of the award-winning Tennessee whiskey, named in honour of the first known African American master distiller. After, join your group for lunch at a nearby restaurant, then continue to Nashville โ€“ the country music capital of the world. When you arrive, youโ€™ll be introduced to this famous toe-tapping town during an orientation walk with your leader. The eveningโ€™s then free โ€“ why not track down a true-blue Nashville hot chicken dinner?

  • Day 8 Day 8: Nashville
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Nashville

      Today youโ€™re free as a bird to explore Nashville. You may like to check out the Nashville murals, visit the much-loved Goo Goo candy store, or swing by the Johnny Cash Museum. Tonight, thereโ€™s a meeting at 6 pm to welcome any new travellers joining the next stage of your itinerary. After, head out on a leader-led walking tour of the city and then join your group for an optional welcome dinner.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Nashville
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Nashville

      This morning after breakfast, dive straight into the cityโ€™s history with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame. This fabulous piano-shaped building is a work of art and contains a whole range of impressive memorabilia, including Elvisโ€™ gold Cadillac. Then, cruise across town to Studio B, where Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison and โ€˜The Kingโ€™ Elvis Presley have all laid tracks โ€“ today, youโ€™ll even be joining this prestigious list! Meet with a professional sound engineer for your own recording session and find out what it takes to create the Nashville sound. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city โ€“ you may like to check out the Nashville murals, visit the much-loved Goo Goo candy store, or swing by the Johnny Cash Museum.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Memphis
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Memphis

      Hit the road this morning and make tracks for Memphis โ€“ a city overflowing with musical history and legends. Your first stop is the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Here at the original location of Stax Records in downtown Memphis, youโ€™ll learn the story of the Memphis sound where stars like Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes got their starts. Youโ€™ll even have a chance to cut a rug on their dance floor as you listen to Stax tracks. The rest of the day is yours to discover the sights and sounds of Memphis. No visit to this city would be complete without checking out Beale Street, lined with traditional blues clubs. Join back up with your group for a dinner at a local restaurant, then head out to enjoy some of that live, local music.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Memphis
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Memphis

      After breakfast this morning, head out on an orientation walk in downtown Memphis including a stop at the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel. Your leader will talk about the museum, youโ€™ll have the chance to take photos and can choose to take an optional tour. Then, head to another of Memphisโ€™ iconic sites โ€“ Graceland. Elvisโ€™s former home and final resting place, a visit to Graceland is like stepping back into the 1970s, with a glamourous and kitschy twist. Explore a fascinating world of green shag-carpet ceilings and yellow vinyl walls while getting a sneak peek into the glitzy side of the Deep South.

  • Day 12 Day 12: New Orleans
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: New Orleans

      Today youโ€™ll be road-tripping from Memphis to New Orleans, arriving in the afternoon. Jazz is not just a part of the cityโ€™s history โ€“ itโ€™s alive and kicking! When you arrive, join your leader for an orientation walk around The Big Easy, and maybe try to sample one of the cityโ€™s famous beignets. The evening is yours to explore further โ€“ your leader will have some great recommendations on where to grab a bite to eat and listen to more live music.

  • Day 13 Day 13: New Orleans
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: New Orleans

      Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a free morning to explore New Orleans at your own pace. Then for lunch, youโ€™re in for a real treat โ€“ not only famed for its music scene, the food in New Orleans is some of the best in the country, and today youโ€™ll learn about Creole and Cajun cuisine at a local cooking school. Find out how to create one of the regionโ€™s most beloved dishes with a demonstration, then get hands-on and try it yourself. Tuck into the finished product with your group, then the rest of the day is free for you to continue exploring. Why not check out a jazz club on Frenchman Street, join the party on Bourbon Street or โ€“ for the brave of heart โ€“ take a tour of the iconic St. Louis Cemetery?

  • Day 14 Day 14: New Orleans
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: New Orleans

      This morning, head out for a jazz brunch at The Court of Two Sisters โ€“ a gorgeous outdoor courtyard dining area where you can enjoy some delicious brunch specialities while live jazz plays โ€“ a great way to complete your music trail! With nothing planned for the rest of the day, your trip will come to an end after brunch. If youโ€™d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.