Southern Cities

Featuring: Charleston, St. Augustine, and Savannah

1st Day: We depart for the majestic city of cobblestone and the sun peaking through old oak trees covered in Spanish moss, Charleston SC. We will stop at Hyman's Seafood for a wonderful, lowcountry lunch with southern hospitality and charm. After lunch, you’ll have some free time to explore downtown Charleston on your own. We depart Charleston to check into our home for the night, with dinner on your own in the area. (L)

2nd Day: After breakfast at the hotel, we will head back downtown for a relaxing Carriage Ride. There is no better way to experience Charleston’s ambiance and charm than a carriage tour through the streets of America’s most historic city. See and hear over 300 years of history as you are led through 3 miles of the historic district by beautiful Belgian Draft Horses. We say farewell to Charleston after our ride and board the coach for St. Augustine. We will visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum in the afternoon. Rising 165 feet above the coastline, this iconic black-and-white spiraled tower gives you an unforgettable, 360-degree panorama of the Atlantic Ocean, the Matanzas River, and the entire historic downtown skyline. We then head to the hotel for the night. (B)

3rd Day: After breakfast, we start the day off with a Red Train Sightseeing Tour that will cover more than seven miles, and see dozens of historic sites, including Castillo De San Marcos National Monument, and more. After the tour, you will have free time to explore St. Augustine. Have lunch on your own and shop until you drop on St. George street. As evening approaches, prepare for an unforgettable experience on the Black Raven Adventures - St. Augustine Pirate Ship Cruise, where you'll witness Florida's premier live pirate show performed on a genuine, custom-designed vessel. Have dinner on your own in the area before calling it a night to rest up for more fun tomorrow. (B)

4th Day: Today we make our way to the oldest city in Georgia! Savannah is known for its moss-draped oak trees and well-preserved antebellum architecture. Upon arrival, you’ll have free time to explore the city and have lunch on your own. Take a stroll along River Street - a bustling waterfront area featuring cobblestone streets and converted 19th-century cotton warehouses filled with shops and eateries. Later this afternoon, we will visit the American Prohibition Museum where you’ll discover the secrets of the 1920s through interactive exhibits that bring history to life. From hidden speakeasies to cultural battles over alcohol, this museum dives deep into a time that changed America forever. After the visit, you are free to continue exploring the city. Try some she-crab soup or shrimp and grits at one of the many restaurants in the area. We will be overnighting in the Historic District, so you will have time to really enjoy all the city has to offer. (B)

5th Day: After breakfast, we head over to Andrew Lowe House for a tour. This mansion stands out as one of the city's most compelling architectural and cultural treasures. Located right on beautiful Lafayette Square, this 1849 Italianate stucco-brick home offers a deeply authentic, unfiltered look into 19th-century southern life.  The afternoon is filled with a wonderful Savannah Riverboat Lunch Cruise. It’s the ultimate way to experience Georgia's "First City" from a breathtaking, historic perspective. Stepping onto these massive, traditional red, white, and blue paddlewheelers instantly transports you back to the golden era of elegant river travel.  After the cruise, we head for home. Arriving home approximately 10:00 PM. (B, L)

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