Carolinas and Smokey Mountains

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Discover where penicillin was invented, see trees dripping with moss and walk beneath the majestic old growth forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy the magical charm of these southern states.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 1 SAVANNAH
This morning you will make your way to Savannah stopping at the Ocmulgee National Monument, which will take you back in time 10,000 years to when the Native American tribes used to live here. Explore ancient burial grounds and visit the archaeology museum which has a fantastic display of artifacts of the people who used to live here.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 2 SAVANNAH
Visit the hauntingly beautiful cemetery which has captured the imaginations of poets, writers and film-makers alike. The city sits along on the Savannah River and is the epitome of Southern charm, with its low country swamps, antebellum architecture and fine southern cuisine. Finish the day off with some classic blues music and the best shrimps and grits in town at `Old Pink House’.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 3 ATLANTA
This morning you will pay a visit to Crisson Gold Mine, one of the oldest continually ran gold mines in the United States, here you can try your hand at panning for own piece of gold. Your tour finishes in the wonderful city of Atlanta. Pay a visit to the home of Coca-Cola and learn all about their secret formula. Explore the streets of Atlanta on a City Segway Tour or just enjoy the many restaurants, bars and theatres around the city.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 4 BEAUFORT
Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1973, Beaufort is the home of Dr. James Robert Verdier who discovered the treatment of penicillin. Beaufort has a great historic downtown district and was recently voted as one of `America’s Happiest Seaside Towns’. With outstanding outdoor activities such as fishing, water sports, and golf, there is no way you’ll be bored in Beaufort.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 5 CHARLESTON
Next stop is Charleston, a city that played a pivotal role in the USA’s history and there are many fascinating places to visit that shed a light on its past. The best place to begin is Fort Sumter, famous for being where the first shots of the American Civil War were fired. A must try when passing through is the Charleston Nasty Biscuit, which is fried chicken inside a bread bun, covered in thick delicious sausage gravy, a must try when in Charleston. With strong links to the slave trade a visit to the Boone Hall Plantation, the oldest unrestored plantation house in the country is a must.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 6 WILLMINGTON
This port city is North Carolina’s most accessible coastal destination and is the perfect stop if you love being around water. Wilmington boasts three colourful island beaches and a famous river walk which is a beautiful board walk along the Cape Fear River. Being surrounded by water there is an abundance of fresh local seafood and in the historic river district there are plenty of bars and restaurants playing live music.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 7 CHARLOTTE
Your next stop is in the bustling metropolis of Charlotte, the largest city in Carolina. Known by the locals as Queen City you can learn how Charlotte has been transformed from cotton fields to skyscrapers at the Levine Museum of the New South.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 8 ASHEVILLE
Ashville is a city surrounded by incredible panoramic views that has an unmistakable mountain vibe. This is a place where you need to have your camera, walking boots and sense of adventure at the ready at all times. Here you’ll get your first glimpse of the beautiful scenery of the southern states with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop of the city. With a growing beer and creative scene, there is something for everyone here and your evening is best spent at the popular Altamont Theatre, which is where music lovers go to listen to their favourite country tunes.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 9 GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS
This splendid national park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that straddles the ridgeline of the Great Smokey Mountains, part of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Southern Appalachians. As you tour through the majestic landscape you will be treated to stunning panoramic vistas of some of the oldest mountains in the world and ancient old growth forests.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains: Day 10 GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS
As the most visited national park in the U.S it would be rude not get out and explore this 815-sq-mile wonderland. With a great selection of trails leading you through lush forests one trail that will give you great views of the mountains (provided the leaves on the trees are not too thick) is the Baskins Creek Hike, you’ll also see beautiful waterfalls and eventually you will arrive at the Baskins Creek Cemetery. However, any hike in this stunning national park will blow you away and in autumn the fall foliage will do nothing but impress.

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Carolinas and Smokey Mountains Whats Includes:
Nine nights hotel accommodation, private transportation and guide, 2 days exploring the Great Smoky Mountains, gold panning at Crisson Gold Mina and a walking tour of Savannah’s Historic District.

Carolinas and Smokey Mountains What’s NOT included:
International flights
Any extra local transport (subways, taxis, buses) unless covered by the included passes
Any entrance fees unless otherwise specified
Baggage handling & luggage forwarding

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