3rd October 2010 - 15th October 2010
This fabulous tour will take you to the most beautiful coastal regions of the Southern States of America, including the states of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee.
Our tour begins in Savannah, Georgia. One of America’s oldest cities it was founded in 1733. Hip and historic, robust and refined, Savannah is where you'll find amazing architecture, spooky cemeteries and rich history—along with global sophistication, funky nightlife and fabulous food. It's where history resonates into the present day, and where memories are still being made.
Charleston is one of the most beautiful cities in America. Gorgeous Southern-style homes, beautiful parks, and a historic waterfront area offer you on opportunity to experience the finest that Charleston has to offer: Rhett Butler's Old South. You will see Rainbow Row, cobblestone streets, plantations, the French quarter, slave mart, waterfront mansions, Catfish Row, pirates gallows, and the Citadel.
Leaving Charleston we continue north to the fabulous Myrtle Beach, home to some of the best golf courses in the world, but also boasting 60 miles of fabulous golden beaches. Myrtle Beach is also home to some fabulous entertainment including The Alabama Theatre, home of renowned country band Alabama, The “Carolina Opry” and “Legends in Concert”. With so much to do there wont be a free moment in Myrtle Beach.
Travelling inland and west we stop for a night in Charlotte, North Carolina en route to the Smokey Mountains. Heading over the Smokies and into Tennessee our next stop in Gatlinburg. This beautiful mountain resort is within close proximity to Dollywood and we will spend a day there.
The last leg of our journey takes us to the home of Country Music, Nashville, Tennessee. Non stop music, loads to see and do and entry into all the hot spots in Nashville including the Ryman Auditorium and the Country Music hall of fame.
Robert will perform at several venues and the essence of this tour is fun, fun, fun!
Itinery
- Sunday 3rd Oct - We fly on Delta Airlines transatlantic to Atlanta and onward to Savannah. On arrival we will be met transferred by deluxe motor coach to the Inn at Ellis Square in the heart of downtown. Overnight Savannah.
- Monday 4th Oct - This morning we take a trolley tour of Historic Savannah. Visiting all the historic sites of this fabulous old city. We have the afternoon and evening free to fully enjoy this fabulous city. Overnight Savannah
- Tuesday 5th Oct - This morning we take the two hour drive north to Charleston, South Carolina and check-in the Best Western Sweetgrass Hotel near downtown. After check in we visit Drayton Hall, an artefact that has survived the American Revolution, the Civil War, the earthquake of 1886, hurricanes like Hugo, and maybe most surprisingly today, urban sprawl. At 12:30 pm depart for Middleton Place a fabulous National, Historic landmark, and have lunch (barbecue & fried chicken) followed by a tour of Middleton. Overnight Charleston.
- Wednesday 6th Oct - We head north to Myrtle Beach, where we check-in the Camelot By The Sea Hotel in an ocean front room. This beautiful hotel sits overlooking the ocean and has every facility you would expect in a great hotel! Tonight the group will go to the Alabama Theater for their 7:00 pm show. Overnight Myrtle Beach.
- Thursday 7th Oct - The day is free to enjoy the beach or travel to Broadway at the Beach for the many activities & shopping in that complex. Tonight the group have the option to attend the Dixie Stampede dinner show beginning at 6:30 pm. Alternatively you may decide to enjoy one of the many fabulous restaurants, bars or night life in Myrtle Beach. Overnight Myrtle Beach.
- Friday 8th Oct - Depart for Charlotte & overnight at the Comfort Suites Hotel Gastonia. Overnight Charlotte area.
- Saturday 9th Oct - Depart for Gatlinburg. Check-in the Glenstone Lodge This afternoon we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Smoky Mountains. Evening free to explore downtown Gatlinburg. We will have a sing along tonight in the hotel. Overnight Gatlinburg.
- Sunday 10th Oct - We will spend the day at Dollywood enjoying all the rides the music and the magic of Dolly Parton’s own theme park. Overnight Gatlinburg.
- Monday 11th Oct - We leave the mountains of East Tennessee and head west for Nashville and check-in the Guesthouse Inn Music Valley Drive. Tonight we attend a performance of the Grand Ole Opry. Overnight Nashville.
- Tuesday 12th Oct - This morning we have a sightseeing tour to Johnny Cash’s grave and star’s homes in the area. Our afternoon activities include a tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame & Studio B. Overnight Nashville.
- Wednesday 13th Oct - Morning is free for shopping at Opry Mills. Afternoon tour the Ryman Auditorium and explore downtown Nashville. Return to the hotel at 10:00 pm. Overnight Nashville.
- Thursday 14th Oct - All good things must come to an end and today we leave Nashville and fly via Atlanta back to Dublin.
- Friday 15th Oct - Arrive home this morning.
TO BOOK ON THIS FABULOUS TRIP PLEASE CALL :
087 418 5816 (ROI)
00353 87 418 5816 (NI)
PRICE PER PERSON €1899 only
INCLUDES :
- Return flights from Dublin to Savannah and home from Nashville
- All hotel accommodation as described in twin rooms. Bellman gratuities not included.
- Deluxe 56-pax motorcoach for entire time as described
- Daily continental breakfast in Savannah, Charleston & Nashville & full hot breakfast in Myrtle Beach, Charlotte & Gatlinburg
- Admissions to all attractions as listed
- City sightseeing tours as listed
Extras : airport taxes & charges €71.22 and optional travel insurance.
Single Supplement : €430
(Please note you must be in possession of fully comprehensive travel insurance to travel on this tour. A travel insurance quote is available from Harmony Holidays).
IN ASSOCIATION WITH HARMONY HOLIDAYS (A DIVISION OF ATLAS TRAVEL, PEARSE STREET, DUBLIN)
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