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Georgia History Trail to Nashville

Georgia History Trail to Nashville

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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 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!

Trip Name
Georgia History Trail to Nashville
Last Updated
2024-08-20
Days
8
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • 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.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Atlanta
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.
Day 2 - Savannah
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.
Day 3 - Savannah
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!
Day 4 - Charleston
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.
Day 5 - Charleston to Asheville
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.
Day 6 - Asheville
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.
Day 7 - Nashville 
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?
Day 8 - Nashville
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.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
20-03-202527-03-2025AUD $ 5,395-
03-04-202510-04-2025AUD $ 5,545-
08-05-202515-05-2025AUD $ 5,730-
15-05-202522-05-2025AUD $ 5,545-
29-05-202505-06-2025AUD $ 5,595-
19-06-202526-06-2025AUD $ 5,340-
26-06-202503-07-2025AUD $ 5,135-
10-07-202517-07-2025AUD $ 5,460-
24-07-202531-07-2025AUD $ 5,340-
07-08-202514-08-2025AUD $ 5,135-
14-08-202521-08-2025AUD $ 5,135-
21-08-202528-08-2025AUD $ 5,135-
04-09-202511-09-2025AUD $ 5,135-
11-09-202518-09-2025AUD $ 5,340-
02-10-202509-10-2025AUD $ 5,545-
23-10-202530-10-2025AUD $ 5,545-
06-11-202513-11-2025AUD $ 5,340-
04-12-202511-12-2025AUD $ 5,135-
19-03-202626-03-2026AUD $ 5,390-
02-04-202609-04-2026AUD $ 5,390-
07-05-202614-05-2026AUD $ 5,390-
14-05-202621-05-2026AUD $ 5,390-
28-05-202604-06-2026AUD $ 5,390-
18-06-202625-06-2026AUD $ 5,390-
25-06-202602-07-2026AUD $ 5,390-
09-07-202616-07-2026AUD $ 5,390-
23-07-202630-07-2026AUD $ 5,390-
06-08-202613-08-2026AUD $ 5,390-
13-08-202620-08-2026AUD $ 5,390-
03-09-202610-09-2026AUD $ 5,390-
10-09-202617-09-2026AUD $ 5,390-
01-10-202608-10-2026AUD $ 5,390-
22-10-202629-10-2026AUD $ 5,390-
05-11-202612-11-2026AUD $ 5,390-
03-12-202610-12-2026AUD $ 5,390-

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Transport

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