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Weekdays 8:30am - 5:00pm CT
Charleston and Savannah
March 8 - 14, 2027
This small-group tour of only 30 travelers max will give you an immersive look at Charleston and Savannah. Unique highlights include a Tybee Island dolphin cruise, lunch on the iconic front porch of the Charleston Tea Garden, and a hands-on southern pralines class with a local chef. Plus, sail out to Fort Sumter, enjoy a carriage tour of Charleston, take a look at Cypress Gardens, and see the south's coastal shores from Tybee Island Light Station. This thoughtfully designed itinerary features just two hotel stays, each ideally located in the heart of Charleston and Savannah’s historic district for an authentic travel experience.
Price
Double: $3,799 | Single: $4,899
Inclusions
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Full itinerary as listed below
- 12 meals as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
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Highest Travel Tour Director
Day 1
Welcome to Charleston!
After your flight to the vibrant city of Charleston, take an uber or taxi at your leisure for a 15-minute ride to our hotel in Charleston's Historic District. This will be our home base for exploring the city's well-preserved architecture, impressive food scene, and welcoming Southern hospitality. Our hotel perfectly places you within short walking distance of America's finest shopping and is just one block from the city's iconic King Street. Tonight, our small-group will meet together for a special welcome dinner as we kick off this immersive tour. D
Day 2
Fort Sumter Cruise / Charleston City Market / Carriage Tour
Our group will start the day with a scenic Fort Sumter cruise, stepping aboard a boat to reach the island where the Civil War began in 1861 - one of Charleston's most pivotal sites. Then it's off to the bustling Charleston City Market, a vibrant hub since 1804 where you'll browse handmade sweetgrass baskets, local art, and Southern souvenirs under the iconic pavilion roofs. Enjoy lunch on own near the market before our horse-drawn carriage tour through the Historic District to hear about the Holy City's pastel homes, hidden gardens, and storied past. Tonight our group will gather for a southern dinner together in Charleston. B, D
Day 3
Cypress Gardens / Shem Creek Crab House / Patriots Point
Today we visit the stunning location of Cypress Gardens to see ancient cypress trees rise from a stunning green lake. You may recognize this scenic backdrop from iconic films such as The Notebook and The Patriot. Then it's off to Shem Creek Crab House, a waterfront Lowcountry favorite for fresh she-crab soup (a cream-based soup with crabmeat and sherry), fried shrimp, and crab cakes overlooking the marsh. In the afternoon, dive into Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum where we'll jump aboard the USS Yorktown to explore the historic WWII aircraft carrier, peek into submarine life, and walk through Charleston's pivotal role in American naval history. B, L
Day 4
Charleston Tea Garden Tour & Lunch / Pralines Class / Savannah
Today we're off to Savannah, "Hostess City of the South". On the way, we'll stop at the Charleston Tea Garden, owned by Bigelow Tea Company, for a factory tour and trolley ride through their tea garden. Then enjoy time perusing the gift shop or sipping local tea before our immersive group lunch on their famous front porch. This afternoon in Savannah will be a real treat - literally! Our small-group will take a hands-on class from a local chef to make pralines and bourbon balls which are two classic treats with deep roots in Southern tradition. Tonight check-in to our hotel in the heart of Savannah's Historic District that sits just two blocks from the beautiful Savannah River waterfront. B, L
Day 5
Savannah Bees / Museum of the Mighty 8th / Basilica of St. John
You're in for a unique experience today as we visit the Savannah Bee Company for a guided look at local honey bees through an observation garden. (Honeybees are very gentle creatures who mind their own beeswax, but travelers will be provided a beekeeper's hat and veil.) Then it's off to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force for a southern lunch at the museum before a guided tour of the exhibits showcasing the Mighty 8th's precision bombing that destroyed the German Luftwaffe in WWII. This afternoon, enjoy a visit to the beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist before an iconic Savannah ice cream stop with your Tour Director. B, L
Day 6
Savannah Free Time / Dolphin Cruise / Tybee Island Light Station
Take this Saturday morning in Savannah to explore the beautiful city at your leisure! After lunch, we'll embark to Tybee Island Light Station & Museum for a guided visit of Georgia's oldest and tallest active lighthouse. After a photo stop by the shores, our group will enjoy a dolphin cruise along the coast. Plan to see pods of bottlenose dolphins jumping out of the local waters of Tybee Island due to the nutrient-rich marshes of nearby Cock Spur Channel. This evening, our small-group will crown off the day with a spectacular farewell dinner to celebrate new friendships and southern memories. B, D
Day 7
Travel Home
Enjoy one last breakfast in Savannah this morning before our drop off at the Charleston airport. Here we'll say goodbye and travel home with unique memories of Charleston and Savannah's warm hospitality. B
March 8 - 14, 2027
Arrive/Depart
Charleston, SC
Accommodations
Nights 1-3: Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Historic District
Your home-away-from-home in the heart of historic Charleston blends classic Southern charm with modern comfort. Ideally located near Marion Square, King Street shopping, and the city’s famous landmarks, this hotel places you in walking distance of Charleston’s best dining, boutiques, and attractions. Spacious guest rooms feature plush bedding, mini-fridges, Keurig coffee makers, and complimentary WiFi. Guests can also enjoy the outdoor courtyard and pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant serving Lowcountry-inspired cuisine​.
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Nights 4-6: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Savannah Historic District
Nestled perfectly between Savannah's iconic River Street and City Market, this immersive hotel is just two blocks from the Savannah River and offers a balanced mix of Southern charm with urban convenience. After exploring the city’s cobblestone streets and riverfront shops, travelers can relax in thoughtfully designed rooms featuring premium bedding, a mini-fridge, coffee maker, safe, and WiFi. The property also offers a fitness center, outdoor pool, and on-site restaurant and bar serving Southern-style favorites.