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Travel to Virginia to visit Colonial Williamsburg, then to Wilmington, NC, to explore the Riverwalk along Cape Fear River. Overnight in Myrtle Beach, SC, and stop in Georgetown—settled in the early 1700s and today a thriving port with shrimp trawlers and fishing boats, historic homes, and churches pre-dating the Revolutionary War. You’ll also tour the city of Charleston—with its pastel row houses and horse-drawn carriages. Drive through the Gullah country on your way to Beaufort on Port Royal Island in South Carolina’s low country. Then, cross into Georgia for a trolley ride tour of Savannah. Shop on River Street among the moss-covered live oaks and historic homes and see Forrest Gump’s bench in the Savannah History Museum, then visit historic St. Augustine. Take a guided open-air tram tour of Daytona International Speedway and the Motorsports Hall of Fame.
Arrive in Miami Beach, and take a tour of the South Beach Art Deco District. Relax on Miami’s beautiful beaches to conclude your affordable vacation on the Eastern Seaboard.
Highlights
Sightseeing with Local Guide
PHILADELPHIA
Orientation tour
WASHINGTON DC
Sightseeing with Local Guide; visit Arlington National Cemetery
WILLIAMSBURGVisit Colonial Williamsburg
GEORGETOWNGuided walking tour
CHARLESTONSightseeing with Local Guide
SAVANNAHGuided trolley tour
DAYTONA BEACH
Speedway tour with guide
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 8 breakfasts
NEW YORK CITY
Day1
Welcome to the “Big Apple!” Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
NEW YORK CITY
Day2
New York City is one of the world’s most exciting cities, buzzing with atmosphere and packed with fascinating sights. On today’s guided sightseeing tour, see the major attractions—Broadway, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, bustling Chinatown, City Hall, Wall Street, and Trinity Church. This evening, choose from the city’s many fine restaurants or maybe take in a Broadway show.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
NEW YORK CITY–PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DC AREA
Day3
Depart for the “City of Brotherly Love.” The birthplace of American independence, is steeped in history. An orientation tour upon arrival shows you America’s 5th-largest city. During your free time visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall before making your way to Washington D.C.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
WASHINGTON DC AREA
Day4
On a guided sightseeing tour of the capital city see the graves of American heroes, including those of John F. Kennedy and his brother Robert, in beautiful ARLINGTON CEMETERY. Enjoy photo stops at Capitol Hill and the White House, and visits to the Lincoln and Vietnam Memorials. Tonight join the optional dinner and illumination tour of the city.
WASHINGTON DC AREA–WILLIAMSBURG
Day5
Today journey south and step back in time to early America at COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG. See how America’s heritage is proudly preserved in reconstructed buildings and informative displays. Take a stroll down quaint streets and browse through the homes, taverns, shops, gardens, and exhibits.
WILLIAMSBURG–WILMINGTON–MYRTLE BEACH
Day6
This morning travel to the coastal city of Wilmington, NC famous for the film “Safe Haven” (based on the book by Nicholas Sparks), and the TV series “One Tree Hill.” Free time to explore Wilmington’s Riverwalk, which stretches for nearly two miles along the legendary Cape Fear River. Shop the many fabulous boutiques, enjoy Southern coastal cuisine and water views. You may wish to visit the Historic District with its brick-lined streets, moss-draped live oaks and Victorian and Antebellum architecture. End the day in Myrtle Beach.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MYRTLE BEACH–GEORGETOWN–CHARLESTON AREA
Day7
Your first stop today is historic Georgetown, the 3rd oldest city in the state, where the first permanent settlers arrived in the early 1700s. Peer into the past on a guided walking tour of this port town on the Sampit River—lined with shrimp trawlers, fishing boats, historic homes, and churches pre-dating the Revolutionary War. A mid-afternoon guided city tour of Charleston shows its cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel antebellum houses.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
CHARLESTON AREA
Day8
This morning, join the optional excursion to Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens, and discover the history of the plantation and its evolution since 1681. The afternoon is free to savor gracious and genteel Charleston, known as “the Most Polite City in America.” Stroll past wrought-iron gates and colorful window boxes, duck into an old churchyard, sample some local she-crab soup, or breathe in the aroma of sweet grass baskets while shopping at the 1790-era City Market.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
CHARLESTON AREA–BEAUFORT–SAVANNAH
Day9
This morning we will drive through Gullah Country, where African slaves were brought to work on rice and indigo plantations, on our way to Beaufort, located on Port Royal Island, a jewel of South Carolina’s Low Country. Explore the Historic District with your free time. Cross the state line and enter Georgia, the “Peachtree State,” and arrive in the sultry city of Savannah by midafternoon. Upon arrival, an included TROLLEY TOUR highlights attractions such as the City Market, Forsyth Park, and Madison Square (where General Sherman concluded his “March to the Sea”).
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
SAVANNAH
Day10
A day at leisure. Watch ships go by while shopping on cobblestoned River Street, explore picturesque squares and stroll amongst moss-covered live oaks and wisteria, while surrounded by elegant homes and gardens. Experience Savannah’s cocktails and cuisine, featuring everything from soul food to chef-owned contemporary eateries in retro to rooftop settings. Don’t miss seeing the “Forrest Gump Bench” at the Savannah History Museum.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
SAVANNAH–ST AUGUSTINE–DAYTONA SPEEDWAY–DAYTONA BEACH
Day11
St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest European city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation’s most charming. Free time to explore the historic district, with its cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, and unique shops. Afterward, continue down the coast to Daytona Beach, on Florida’s Atlantic coast. A guided open-air tram tour of DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY transports you into the “World of Racing.” Experience the 31-degree banks for yourself as the tram coasts along the speedway’s turns 3 and 4. Walk in the footsteps of legends past and present as you climb atop the podium in Gatorade Victory Lane for a photo. End the tour with a visit to the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, a spectacular showcase honoring all forms of motorsports.
NOTE: The start/finish line and pit road experiences are dependent on track activity and will not occur if there are events scheduled. This tour is conducted on an open-air tram and will operate in the rain.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
DAYTONA BEACH–MIAMI BEACH
Day12
Journey to the coastal resort town of Miami Beach. Upon arrival enjoy an orientation tour that takes in the area’s signature architecture. The South Beach Art Deco District is a whimsical collection of more than 800 architecturally protected buildings in Miami Beach from the 1930s and 1940s – a definite must-see. Time on your own lets you experience some of Miami Beach’s finest dining and beachside strolls.
MIAMI BEACH–MIAMI
Day13
Your holiday ends this morning. You can also extend your vacation with extra nights and explore Miami Beach further.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square South
Superior Tourist-Class
This hotel in the heart of the Garment District offers the space and amenities you need to get the most out of your experience. Step outside and get swept up in the energy of Times Square South.
Location
338 West 36th Street, New York City, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Phone
Holiday Inn Alexandria Carlyle
Moderate First-Class
Guests Love this new Alexandria, VA Hotel's Central Location The Holiday Inn Alexandria at Carlyle welcomes each guest to its convenient location off the Capital Beltway / I-95. Our charming, full-service hotel is just a block from the Metro for fast & easy travel to Old Town Alexandria, Reagan International Airport (DCA) & the Washington, DC area.
Location
2460 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- ATM
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
Comfort Inn Williamsburg Gateway
Superior Tourist-Class
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary breakfast is available at this smoke-free hotel.
Location
331 Bypass Road, Williamsburg, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Free WiFi
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
La Quinta Inn & Suites Broadway Area
Superior Tourist-Class
Just a short walk from a variety of delicious dining, as well as entertainment, shopping, and more.
Location
1561 21st Ave North, Myrtle Beach, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Fitness Room
Room Facilities
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- Phone
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
Wyndham Garden Charleston Mt Pleasant
First-Class
With an exceptional location minutes from sandy beaches and ever-elegant historic downtown Charleston.
Location
1330 Stuart Engals Blvd, Mount Pleasant, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Business Center
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Phone
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Desk
- Voicemail
Best Western - Savananah
Moderate First-Class
Centrally located in the Historic District, the Best Western Plus Savannah Historic District is within easy walking distance of River St, City Market, local museums and historic sites. Its spacious rooms offer free Wi-Fi and come equipped with refrigerators and 37 inch flat screen HDTVs. The hotel also has a business center, fitness center and outdoor pool (seasonal). Free continental breakfast is offered daily.
Location
412 West Bay Street, Savannah, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- ATM
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Climate Control
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Pay Movies
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Internet Access
- Phone
Hilton Garden Inn Daytona Beach Airport
First-Class
Welcome to The Hilton Garden Daytona Beach Airport hotel, ideally situated near I-4 and I-95 and minutes from world famous Daytona Beach in the sunshine state of Florida.
Location
189 Midway Ave, Daytona Beach, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Voicemail
- Pay Movies
Hilton Garden Inn Miami Beach
First-Class
Set in an attractive, historic building in Miami Beach, the Hilton Garden Inn Miami South Beach hotel is located just one block from the beach, and moments from the Art Deco District. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the Lincoln Road Mall, and lots of museums, theaters, popular restaurants and lively nightlife options. The hotel features an on-site fitness center, bar and restaurant as well as market pantry.
Location
2940 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Elevator
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Voicemail
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
