Georgia History Trail to Nashville

Trip Type: Explorer
United States Of America | 8 Days | 1 - 12 People
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NZD 3,703.00 /Person

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Uncover the history, culture and cuisine of the southern states on this eight-day adventure from Atlanta to Nashville. With a passionate local lead...

Georgia History Trail to Nashville

Uncover the history, culture and cuisine of the southern states on this eight-day adventure from Atlanta to Nashville. With a passionate local leading the way, you’ll take in the Southern gothic glory of Bonaventure Cemetery, walk the historic streets of Savannah and hear stories behind the landmarks of Charleston. Head to the Appalachian Mountains for a visit to Biltmore House in Asheville, the United States’ largest home. Then finish your adventure in the toe-tapping heartland of country and western music. If you want to do more than just see the sights, this immersive historic tour is calling your name!

Welcome to Georgia! Your adventure begins in Atlanta with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. As this trip only spends limited time in Atlanta, we recommend arriving a day or two early to truly experience the city. You might like to check out the 33 acres of historic houses, gardens and award-winning exhibitions at the Atlanta History Center, or visit the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site. After your meeting, your leader will be able to recommend some good local restaurants for dinner.

Hit the road bright and early to make the journey to Savannah this morning. In 1946, Lady Astor referred to Savannah as 'a beautiful lady with a dirty face' in reference to the crumbling, faded majesty of the city's 18th and 19th-century mansions. Due to plenty of restoration work, Savannah's face may no longer be dirty, but she's still a city of contradictions with hidden delights. When you arrive, you’ll join an expert guide for a tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, widely regarded as one of the world's most beautiful cemeteries. Take in its Southern gothic glory as you learn more about this famous spot that has inspired everyone from poets to nature lovers and filmmakers. After, you might like to check out Savannah’s antebellum mansions, towering oak trees and colonial buildings on a stroll around town. In the evening, maybe head out on a ghost tour of old Savannah or seek out spirits of a different kind at one of the city’s many lively bars.

Take it easy this morning before meeting up at 11 am for a three-hour walking tour that blends the city’s history with some of its best and most delicious eats. This fascinating food tour visits spots like a not-so-ordinary pub, an award-winning honey store and a traditional British pie shop highlighting dishes consumed by some of Savannah’s earliest settlers. This afternoon is all yours, so make the most of it!

Leave Savannah in the rear-view mirror and drive to Charleston. When you arrive, you might like to grab some lunch before joining a Black History tour with an expert guide. You’ll drive around in comfort, hearing stories of the city’s complex past and stopping for walks at historic landmarks. The afternoon is yours to explore Charleston at your own pace. Perhaps book a food tour to discover more flavours of the South.

This morning is free for you to continue exploring Charleston. You might like to take an early stroll through the city’s historic district, or pay a visit to the Fort Sumter National Monument. Then, make the drive through the Blue Ridge Mountains to the charming town of Asheville. Home to the country’s best breweries and some of North Carolina’s finest barbecue, Asheville also boasts an incredible folk music scene. After arriving you’ll join your leader for a guided walking tour of the downtown area, packed with galleries and artist studios. For dinner, your leader will be able to suggest some of the town's boutique brew houses.

Enjoy an easy start to the morning, and then join your group for a visit to Biltmore House and Garden. Tour the opulent Gilded Age mansion famous for being America’s largest home, and perhaps stop in for lunch and a glass of wine at the on-site winery. With the afternoon free, you can then choose to keep exploring the extensive property or head back into town. Tonight, there’s also the chance to join your group for an optional dinner.

Depart Asheville this morning, hitting the road headed for Nashville. Along the way, stop in at a local whiskey distillery. Tour the distillery and sample some of the award-winning Tennessee whiskey, named in honour of the first known African American master distiller. After, join your group for lunch at a nearby restaurant, then continue to Nashville – the country music capital of the world. When you arrive, you’ll be introduced to this famous toe-tapping town during an orientation walk with your leader. The evening’s then free – why not track down a true-blue Nashville hot chicken dinner?

Your trip comes to an end this morning after breakfast. If you’d like to stay in Nashville for longer – which is recommended, as there’s so much to do here – just speak to your booking agent.

Meals
7 Breakfast(s), 2 Lunch(s), 1 Dinner(s)

Transport
Private vehicle

Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)

Included Activities
  • Savannah - Bonaventure Cemetery tour
  • Savannah – Walking Food tour
  • Charleston – Black History walking tour with a local guide
  • Asheville - Leader-led walking tour
  • Asheville - Biltmore Estate House & Grounds
  • Nashville – Leader led walking tour
  • Tennessee Whiskey Distillery Visit
  • Shelbyville - Uncle Nearest Distillery
  • Wander the historic streets of Savannah, trying the local food on a walking tour that blends the city’s history with some of its most delicious eats.
  • Learn about Charleston's rich and complex past with an expert guide, visiting historic landmarks hearing the stories behind the city.
  • Visit Biltmore House and Garden, the United States’ largest home, and perhaps stop for lunch at the on-site winery.
  • Taste the real Tennessee during a tour of a whiskey distillery named in honour of the first-known African American master distiller.
  • Take a guided tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, where you'll hear stories of the fascinating people interred here among the live oaks dripping with Spanish moss.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, the Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance. Donations help them create inclusive and equitable opportunities for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) tourism businesses. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
  • The South gets mighty steamy in the summertime. Pack appropriately, drink plenty of water, and you might even grow to love it. September to November is the rainy season, so you should pack a rain jacket and waterproof shoes if you’re travelling over this period. You're in the Deep South of the USA, so expect a lot of (delicious) fried food and barbecue. Vegetarians and Vegans may have fewer options, as most southern cuisine is meat-based. You may also want to check out our Best of the South trip if you have a longer time to explore the region: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/united-states/best-south-atlanta-new-orleans-150418

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Provided by
Intrepid Travel
Reference Code:
SSKX
Trip Location
Trip Starts:
Atlanta, United States Of America
Trip Finishes:
Nashville, United States Of America
Countries Visited:
United States Of America
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Destination Details
United States Of America | 8 Days | 1 - 12 People