This fly drive itinerary takes in some of the highlights of Georgia and the Carolinas starting with 2 nights in Atlanta, a city full of entertainment, shopping and great food! The first part of your drive will take you to Savannah where you will spend your next 3 nights, followed by a couple of nights in Historic Charleston. After those nights it’s time to head to Myrtle beach for 2 nights, Outer banks for 2 nights, Raleigh for 1 night and ending your drive in Asheville where your final 2 nights will be spent.
This holiday includes FREE compact car hire with fully inclusive insurance and a Sat Nav.
DAY 01: ATLANTA, USA
Fly direct from London to Atlanta. Once you have arrived pick up your compact car and drive to your first hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at Leisure.
DAY 02: ATLANTA, USA
Start your morning in the Auburn district early, as the entire neighbourhood is packed full of historic treasures, starting with the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Historic Site. Designated a national historic site, these blocks include the Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King's father and grandfather were ministers and King served as a copastor. In the area, you'll also find the King Centre, where King is buried, and the APEX Museum. This afternoon enjoy the endless attractions, why not Visit the famous Atlanta Zoo. Among the highlights in this world-class zoo are the giant pandas. The happy couple welcomed their second baby in 2008, named Xi Lan, after the traditional 100-day waiting period for naming baby pandas. Cute as she is, though, Xi Lan isn't the only draw; Zuri, the baby giraffe, arrived last summer to a hail of cheers. The 40-acre Zoo Atlanta features some 200 species of animals from around the world.
DAY 03: ATLANTA - SAVANNAH, USA
After 2 days in Atlanta it’s time to start your drive, your first stop being Savannah. When you arrive check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure
DAY 04 - 05: SAVANNAH, USA
A full day here so why not take a wonder into town. The trolleys you see criss-crossing Savannah's historic streets provide an ideal way to take in the town. Hop a trolley at the Savannah visitor information centre, or, if you're feeling adventurous, try the Segway by Savannah Tour for a unique way to explore the city.
Savannah is home to plenty of one-of-a-kind shops. You must try Byrd Cookie Company for sweet treats (and complimentary samples!) and the boutiques dotting Broughton Street for unique fashion and home furnishings.
DAY 06: SAVANNAH - CHARLESTON, USA
After a couple of nights in Savannah it’s time to make your way to Charleston South Carolina, when you arrive check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure
DAY 07: CHARLESTON, USA
A full day in Charleston, a place with so much to do! Why not stand on the site of the first shot in the Civil War, Come face to face with a giant sea turtle, Take a tour of an antebellum mansion, Climb aboard a WWII aircraft carrier. There are so many blossoming gardens, so many photo opportunities and so many reasons to come back to Charleston
DAY 08: CHARLESTON - MYRTLE BEACH, USA
After 2 nights in Charleston head along the coast to Myrtle Beach where you will spend another 2 nights. When you arrive check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
DAY 09: MYRTLE BEACH, USA
Spend a full day at Leisure. With over 100 golf courses along the Grand Strand, it’s easy to find a nearby course or you can take a salt-water deep sea fishing expedition or even take a dolphin watching cruise along the coast. The more adventurous can rent jet skis, go windsurfing, parasailing or scuba diving.
DAY 10: MYRTLE BEACH - OUTERBANKS, USA
After a couple of nights on the beach it’s time to head to Outerbanks for your 2 night stay. When you arrive check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
DAY 11: OUTERBANKS, USA
The Outerbanks are barrier islands off the coast of the U.S. state of North Carolina, separating the Atlantic Ocean from the mainland. Their open-sea beaches, state parks and shipwreck diving sites make them a popular holiday destination.
DAY 12: OUTERBANKS - RALEIGH, USA
After a couple of nights on the beach it’s time to head to North Carolina for your overnight stay in Raleigh. When you arrive check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
DAY 13: RALEIGH - ASHENVILLE, USA
After a night in Raleigh you will continue your journey to the beautiful town of Asheville. Evening at leisure.
DAY 14: ASHENVILLE, USA
Asheville has always been one of those places that have naturally drawn people to its streets. It’s sophisticated yet bohemian, upscale yet earthy, artsy yet natural. Set on a plateau in the midst of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville offers sights, sounds and tastes that aren’t easily found collectively elsewhere.
DAY 15: ASHENVILLE - LONDON, UK
After a fantastic end in Asheville it’s time to drive back to Atlanta, drop your car off and check in for your overnight flight home.
DAY 16: LONDON, UK
Arrive back into London after a fantastic holiday