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Best of the South: Atlanta to New Orleans
14 days • 4.9
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Start
Atlanta, USA
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New Orleans, USA
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Trip Code
SSKYC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle
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Hotel (13 nights)
From £4,677(14 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Learn about Charleston's rich and complex past with an expert guide, visiting historic landmarks hearing the stories behind the city.
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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.
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Earn your place in the Country Music Hall of Fame as you take part in a recording session with a professional sound engineer at the iconic Studio B in Nashville.
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Visit Biltmore House and Garden, the United States’ largest home, and perhaps stop for lunch at the on-site winery.
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Enjoy plenty of free evenings to explore the many musical venues of Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans.
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It doesn’t get much better than Southern food – learn how to cook a classic New Orleans Cajun feast, sample the local food of Savannah on a walking tour and end your trip on a high note at a a jazz brunch.
Is this trip right for you?
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The South gets mighty steamy in the summertime. Pack appropriately, drink plenty of water and you might even grow to love it. September through to November is rainy season, so if you’re travelling over this period you should pack a rain jacket and waterproof shoes.
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You're in the Deep South of the USA, so expect a lot of (delicious) fried food and barbecue. Vegetarians may have fewer options, as a lot of southern cuisine is meat-based.
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With plenty on included city tours, this trip can involve a lot of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes.
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You'll be travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
Itinerary
Take a deep dive into American southern culture on the way to New Orleans
This fourteen-day Atlanta to New Orleans tour takes you deep into the heart of America’s south. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of famous cities as you take in the atmosphere of Charleston and Savannah on walking tours, visit Biltmore House and Garden in Asheville and join a local guide at Bonaventure Cemetery. There’s also the iconic food and music scenes to explore as you learn how to cook a Cajun feast, set down some recordings in the Country Music Hall of Fame and finish your adventure with a jazz brunch in New Orleans. If you want to do more than just see the sights, this immersive historic tour is calling your name.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Atlanta
- DAY 2Day 2 • Savannah
- DAY 3Day 3 • Savannah
- DAY 4Day 4 • Charleston
- DAY 5Day 5 • Charleston to Asheville
- DAY 6Day 6 • Asheville
- DAY 7Day 7 • Nashville
- DAY 8Day 8 • Nashville
- DAY 9Day 9 • Nashville
- DAY 10Day 10 • Memphis
- DAY 11Day 11 • Memphis
- DAY 12Day 12 • New Orleans
- DAY 13Day 13 • New Orleans
- DAY 14Day 14 • New Orleans
Inclusions
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13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Private vehicle
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Hotel (13 nights)
festival Included activities
circleSavannah - Bonaventure Cemetery tour
circleSavannah – Walking Food tour
circleCharleston – Black History walking tour with a local guide
circleAsheville - Leader-led walking tour
circleAsheville - Biltmore Estate House & Grounds
circleNashville – Leader led walking tour
circleTennessee Whiskey Distillery Visit
circleNashville- Leader-led orientation tour
circleNashville - Country Music Hall of Fame
circleNashville - Studio B tour with recording session
circleMemphis - Stax Museum of American Soul Music
circleMemphis - Graceland, The Home of Elvis Presley
circleMemphis - Leader-led orientation walk
circleNew Orleans - Leader-led Orientation
circleNew Orleans - Cooking Class
circleNew Orleans - Jazz Brunch
museum Optional activities
circleCharleston - Food Tour (3 Hours) - USD100
circleCharleston - Fort Sumter National Monument - USD39
circleMemphis - Rock 'n' Soul Museum - USD14
circleNew Orleans - Strange New Orleans Tour - USD50
circleNew Orleans - Cemetery Tour - USD25
circleNew Orleans - Mardi Gras World - USD23
Dates and availability
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Thursday May 29, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£5,847£4,677
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Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£5,847£4,677
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Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£6,303£5,042
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Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£6,116£4,893
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£6,072£5,465
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Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£6,072£5,465
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£6,072
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Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£6,072
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Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£6,072£5,465
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Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£5,847£5,262
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£5,968£5,371
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£5,621
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Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£5,951£5,356
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Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,621
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Important notes
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1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1. Please make your own way to the Joining Point Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary.
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2. On the last day the included Jazz brunch is expected to finish around 12pm. Please do not book flights that depart before 3pm if you wish to participate in the brunch.
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3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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4. We are not able to book airport shuttle service for North America trips. North America has convenient taxi and rideshare options from all airports, as well as public transport systems in major hub cities. Please check the joining and finishing point instructions listed in the Essential Trip Information.
Reviews (8)
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Dawn
Dec 24, 2024
The Best of the South trip was excellent. We wouldn't hesitate to book another trip with Intrepid in the future.
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Julie
May 19, 2024
A great trip filled with history, culture and local food.
An easy trip and well organised. A couple of long drives but with stops on the way and some great scenery.
A great all round trip to experience some of the southern states.
Would definitely recommend the trip.
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caitriona
May 17, 2024
Fantastic trip and leader, very well organised and informative
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Naomi Mabel
Apr 22, 2024
If you are a fan of music, US history, and food - this is the trip for you! Definitely recommend booking the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Claire is a FANTASTIC guide!!
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Sian
Apr 20, 2024
Claire was an incredible guide and driver - absolute superwoman! This trip is full of great memories, lots of learning and fun experiences! There's lots of free time but you will never be bored 😊 Highly recommend - highlight for me was Savannah and Nashville.
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Alison
Nov 28, 2022
This was my first trip with Intrepid and it exceeded my very high expectations. Thanks to a well paced, super- interesting programme , centrally located, comfortable hotels and above all, thanks to the BEST leader - Travis Hanks - for managing our expectations with such good humour and professionalism! This trip rocked!
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Mary
Nov 27, 2022
Would highly recommend this trip. The first part focused more on history of Civil war and slavery in particular with excellent local guides - especially in Charleston. The visits to the plantations were very fair - showed both sides. The second part of the trip focused more on music - country blues jazz. The cookery class on the last day was an absolute highlight!
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Jean
Jul 01, 2022
feel free to use any of my previous comments