9 days tour

Southern Charms (From Atlanta To Savannah)

$ 3,739 .00 USD

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Southern Charms (From Atlanta To Savannah)

This tour includes:

Meals

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Transport

Transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and transfers to/from all intra-vacation flights (intra-vacation flights not included)

Others

Sightseeing as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary

Accommodation

8 nights stay in hand-selected hotels

Guide

Expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word)

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Southern Charms (From Atlanta To Savannah)

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

      Day 1: Arrive In Atlanta

      Your Small Group Discovery Tour begins! Welcome to the Peach State! At 6 pm, meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming Southern adventure.

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      THE PERFECT PARTY Consider an optional culinary experience thatโ€™s perfect for small groups to enjoy with a walking food tour to sample exclusive local Southern cuisine in the city.
  • Day 2 Day 2: Atlanta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Atlanta

      Southern Specialties Sightseeing includes Centennial Olympic Park, the historic Fox Theatre, Buckhead neighborhood, often referred to as the โ€œBeverly Hills of the Southโ€ and Ponce City Market. Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, where youโ€™ll learn more about the man and his legacy. Free time this afternoon to visit the Atlantaโ€™s gems such as the Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, World of Coca-Cola or the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Dinner of southern specialties at a favorite local restaurant. (B,D)

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES No visit to Atlanta is complete without good old-fashioned Southern cooking. Pull up a chair for made-from-scratch Southern classics in a local eatery. Atlanta is known for all-time faves like Georgia peach cobbler, sweet tea, flavorful fried chicken, fried-green tomatoes โ€“ and grits, of course!
  • Day 3 Day 3: Atlantaโ€“Columbia, South Carolinaโ€“Charleston
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Atlantaโ€“Columbia, South Carolinaโ€“Charleston

      Carolina on Our Minds Depart Atlanta and head east across Georgia and South Carolina. Stop in Columbia, the state capital of South Carolina, rich with history and warm southern hospitality. Feel a grand Southern welcome with the charms of this historic community and see the stunning granite State House. Later, continue to Charleston. Choose to explore Charleston during free time with a stroll through the historic district, enjoying fresh seafood with a Southern flair or learn about Charlestonโ€™s colorful past on an evening ghost tour. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for dining this evening. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CITY SIGHTS From Rainbow Row to the aroma of honeysuckle flowers on the French Quarter and the Battery promenade to the pastel-painted antebellum homes along the cobblestone streets, the sights of historic Charleston are a feast for the senses. Horse-drawn carriages lumber down the avenues as they have since the cityโ€™s founding in 1670 carry passengers to the Waterfront Park overlooking Charleston Harbor, while Fort Sumter still stands where the first shots of the Civil War rang out across the water. Donโ€™t leave before cutting into a slice of pecan pie!
  • Day 4 Day 4: Charleston
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Charleston

      Southern Hospitality Start the day with a city tour of Charleston before visiting Americaโ€™s most photographed plantation, Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. Tour Patriot Points Naval Museum for a hands-on look at retired aircraft and naval carriers plus a Vietnam Experience Exhibit. Then enjoy a true Southern staple, a fresh biscuit from Callieโ€™s Hot Little Biscuit shop. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. You may wish to shop for a favorite souvenir at the historic City Market, where more than 50 artisans are on-site daily; visit Fort Sumter National Monument, take a relaxing and scenic cruise of Charleston Harbor; or try one of Charlestonโ€™s favorite dishes, such as grits, barbecue, fried okra, or Carolina Gold Rice. This evening, join a local guide on a Small Group Discovery exclusive Gullah Stories and Spirits Tour. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SITE Tour the mansion with a guide, see the beautiful gardens and the Black History in America exhibit at historic Boone Hall Plantation - one of Americaโ€™s oldest working farms. Once known for cotton and pecans, the farm still actively produces strawberries, tomatoes, peaches, and other signature Southern produce on the banks of Wampacheone Creek where it has stood the test of time since its founding by the Boone family in 1681.

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE TASTING OF FLUFFY SOUTHERN GEMS Biscuits have been a staple of Southern cuisine since introduced by European settlers in the early 18th Century. Inexpensive to make and requiring only a few local ingredients, the biscuits slowly evolved from dense to delightful. Their popularity remains with creative flavors and regional variations, while served fluffier than their ancestors, biscuits still have a spot on the table.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Charlestonโ€“Beaufortโ€“Hilton Headโ€“Savannah, Georgia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Charlestonโ€“Beaufortโ€“Hilton Headโ€“Savannah, Georgia

      Heart of the South Depart Charleston for picturesque Beaufort, a town that has conserved much of its pre-revolutionary character. Tour the town by horse-drawn carriage through narrow, oak-lined streets past the former homes of wealthy cotton growers. This afternoon, visit Palmetto Dunes General Store on Hilton Head Island en route to romantic Savannah, Americaโ€™s first planned city. (B,L)

      HISTORY & TRADITION
      SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Explore Beaufort in style with a local guide on a horse-drawn carriage. The coastal townโ€™s historic district has well-preserved Antebellum and Victorian architecture including homes that pre-date the Civil War. Learn about Beaufortโ€™s role in the Civil War, the Lowcountry history and local favorite sites used in movies such as Forrest Gump, Forces of Nature, and The Prince of Tides.

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      SOUTHERN COMFORT Palmetto Dunes General Store on Hilton Head Island is a local โ€œinstitutionโ€ providing a traditional general store experience with local Lowcountry food specialties. Lucrative plantations and fishing dominated the Hilton Head area economy in the 18th century. The plantations no longer produce crops; tourism and real estate now drive development. The beachfront town gained popularity in the 1950โ€™s by turning the plantations into private neighborhoods, adding resorts to highlight the spectacular natural beauty, providing marina access plus building world-class golf courses to please the tourists and local residents.
  • Day 6 Day 6: Savannah
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Savannah

      Trolleys & Timeless Tales Visit the Mercer Williams House Museum, the mysterious setting for the book and film, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Explore Savannah in style on a trolley tour led by a Local Guide who will entertain you with stories of the cityโ€™s legendary characters and past. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Experience low-country cuisine during an interactive cooking class and dinner, infused with memorable stories and southern specialty flavors. (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SIGHTS Discover the charm and captivating stories of Savannah where art, period architecture, and ghost stories fill the air under a cool veil of Spanish moss that drapes the oaks along your trolley tour of this historic and unforgettable southern city.

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE in Savannah with a stroll through Forsyth Park, visit to the Telfair Museum of Art, window shopping on Broughton Street, or a tour of the Mercer Williams House Museumโ€”the setting for the book and film, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional shopping, sightseeing, and dining. Tap your GlobusGO mobile app for all the maps and tips for a special day in Savannah.
  • Day 7 Day 7: Savannahโ€“Jekyll Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Savannahโ€“Jekyll Island

      Island Traditions Visit Jekyll Island for a relaxing island experience. Enjoy a guided trolley tour of the Jekyll Island Historic District. A cluster of 19th-century winter-cottages, this โ€œclubโ€ was formed by some of Americaโ€™s most prominent families. The rest of the day is yours to explore the island. (B)
  • Day 8 Day 8: Jekyll Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Jekyll Island

      Enjoy a day at leisure on Jekyll Island. Perhaps take a boat to Cumberland Island National Seashore, shop or kayak close to the sandy coast. Your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner at the historic Jekyll Island Club. (B,D)

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      CULTURAL GEM Built in 1887, the Jekyll Island Club was the winter home of the Vanderbilt, Rockefeller, and Morgan families. Enjoy the atmosphere and superior service of this famous and historic location. Enjoy an elegant farewell dinner to celebrate your Southern adventure.
  • Day 9 Day 9: Jekyll Islandโ€“Savannah
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Jekyll Islandโ€“Savannah

      Safe travels until we meet again! Morning drive to Savannah. Your vacation ends at Savannah Airport. Schedule departing flights after 1:00 pm. (B)
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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: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.