Travel through the American Southeast to immerse yourself in its history, art, food, and wildlife. Unlock the past at Fort Sumter National Monument and Jekyll Island's Wanderer Memory Trail and Mosaic Museum. Taste the flavors of Charleston at its City Market, enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, and learn about Gullah Geechee culture on Jekyll Island. Explore the beauty of Georgia's lighthouses and coastlines - this is the Southeast at its most charming!
April 21-27, 2026
Itinerary
Apr 21 | Welcome to Charleston! Get ready for charming neighborhoods, historical sites and delicious food in Charleston, South Carolina. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel or get out and explore. Perhaps make your way to Rainbow Row and you’ll soon see why the 13 candy-colored Georgian homes are a photographer’s dream. Discover a bit of history at these structures dating back to 1730 when they were shops on the wharf. Tonight, a Welcome Dinner with your travel companions awaits.
Overnight: Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District or similar (D)
Apr 22 | Charleston Sightseeing.Unlock Charleston’s people, places, culture and traditions with a Local Specialist. You’ll love this chance to discover the secrets – from architecture to art – from locals. You’ve surely worked up an appetite and Charleston City Market is just the place to fuel up. This vibrant, open-air market dating back to 1804 is one of the nation’s oldest. Browse among more than 300 vendors selling goodies like biscuits, shrimp and grits, lobster hushpuppies and pimento cheese sandwiches. You’ll even find locally made prod-ucts marked with a ‘Certified Authentic Handmade in Charleston’ seal. Next, enjoy an in-depth tour of a local oyster farm. Get a behind-the-scenes look into oyster growth before sampling fresh oysters. Cap off your day in the Southeast USA with a visit to Fort Sumter National Monument aboard a scenic cruise through Charleston Harbor.
Overnight: Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District or similar (B)
Apr 23 | Charleston to Savannah via Beaufort.
Kick off your day at McLeod Plantation. Unlock the past at this living tribute to the descendants of people who fought for freedom, equality and justice. You’ll tour the homes comparing the McLeod family home with those built for enslaved families. Then it’s off to Beaufort for lunch on your own and free time to spend as you choose. Get out and explore the historic district antebellum mansions and 19thcentury architecture. Your next stop is Hilton Head Island, rich with white sand beaches and towering oaks, before arriving in Savannah.
Overnight: Indigo Savannah Historic District or similar (B,D)
Apr 24 | Savannah Sightseeing.
Unlock the icons of Savannah on a city tour. Steeped in history and Southern charm, Savannah’s cobblestone streets, oak trees draped in Spanish moss and antebellum architecture bring you new sights with each step. Enjoy its historic district, boasting well-preserved squares, museums and exquisite examples of 18th and 19th-century architecture. You’ll explore iconic and lush Forsyth Park, finishing your tour along River Steet to admire the cobblestone streets, his-toric buildings and views of the Savannah River.
Overnight: Indigo Savannah Historic District or similar (B,L)
Apr 25 | Georgia Coast Sightseeing. Get ready for more must-see sights of the American Southeast, starting with Tybee Island Light House. Climb to the top to ensure you capture a photo of the island and visit the on-site museum. Your next stop is St. Simons Island where moss-draped oaks line the streets filled with shops and muse-ums. After free time over lunch, make your way to Jekyll Island. Settled in 1733 as the Georgia Colony, Jekyll Island retains its historic character. You’ll visit Driftwood Beach to explore the sun-bleached trees worn down by erosion. On the Wanderer Memory Trail, unlock the past and you’ll learn the stories of enslaved people brought to the shores of Jekyll Island 160 years ago. This trail has received a UNESCO Slave Route Project “Site of Memory” designation and will leave you reflective of the island’s past.
Overnight: Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island or similar (B,L)
Apr 26 | Jekyll Island Sightseeing.
Discover the hidden treasures of Jekyll Island on a Landmarks Tram Tour of the island’s 240-acre historic district. You’ll dive into the world of Jekyll Island Club members who created an exclusive retreat for their family and friends including a stop at Indian Mound Cottage, former home of the Rockefellers. Your next stop is at Mosaic Museum where you will Dive into Culture through “Hearing History: African American Music on Jekyll Island.” You’ll learn about Gullah ring shouts, a call and response dance passed down through the descendants of the enslaved people of the low country. Cap off your exploration of the island with a special Universal Travel Experience at Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Your final full day concludes with a farewell dinner with your fellow travel companions.
Overnight: Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island or similar (B,D)
Apr 27 | Jekyll Island to Home. Enjoy one last leisurely morning on Jekyll Island before concluding your American Southeast tour. Then say farewell to your fellow travelers as take your transfer to Jacksonville, Florida International Airport for your flight home. Memories of your Southern Charms vacation will last forever. (B)
Inclusions:
- Air to Charleston, SC and back home from Jacksonville, FL
- Seven days luxury motorcoach service
- Five days of professional tour guide service
- Two night’s accommodations in Charlston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island
- Six breakfasts, three lunches, and three dinners
- A glass of beer, or wine, or soft drink with included lunches and dinners
- Charleston sightseeing including:
- City Market
- Oyster farm
- Fort Sumter National Monument scenic cruise
- McLead Plantation
- Hilton Head Island sightseeing
- Savannah sightseeing including:
- Old Town Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride,
- Tybee Island Light Station Museum
- St. Simmons Island sightseeing
- Jekyll Island including:
- Tram Tour of the Island
- Mosaic Museum
- Georgia Sea Turtle Center
- Hotel taxes, meal taxes, and gratuities
- Luggage handling at the hotel (one piece per person)
- Service of a professional tour direction
- All gratuities for drivers & guides
Payments
$650.00 deposit due to confirm the reservation
Final Payment due Nov 26, 2025 - No penalties until Nov 30, 2025
Cancellation
50% non-refundable Dec 1, 2025
100% non-refundable Jan 15, 2025
An optional Travel Protection plan is available with coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, see enclosed product flyer for more information.
A valid passport is required on this itinerary and must be valid for at least 6 month after returning back to the USA.