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Georgia
8 days/7 nights Suggested Self-Drive
Day 1: Atlanta – Athens (116km)
Home of the University of Georgia and nestled just below the foothills of
the Blue Ridge Mountains. There’s a vibrant, restored Victorian downtown
with plenty of impressive gardens and historic architecture to check out.
Day 2: Athens – Watkinsville – Madison – Eatonton – Milledgeville –
Macon (165km)
This journey takes you on the Antebellum Trail, where you will pass
through historic communities that escaped General Sherman’s Burning
March. If you’re a history buff you may want to spend a couple of days
exploring this area.
Atlanta
Madison
Eatonton
Macon
Athens/Watkinsville
Milledgeville
GEORGIA
Savannah
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
Brunswick/
Golden Isles
Day 3: Macon – Savannah (267km)
Macon has picturesque architecture and a rich history the best sights are
the city itself.
Day 4-5: Savannah
Known for its natural beauty, magnificent architecture, quaint squares and
rich history a great way to explore is by the hop on hop off trolley tour.
Highlights worth seeing along the way
Visitor Centres – These are a great first port of call in Georgian towns as
they have great info and often self-guided tour maps.
Day 6: Savannah – Brunswick (185km)
On the way check Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, walk beneath old Oak
trees, explore the out-buildings and take a lantern tour of the house you
will hear tales of the tragic history of the rice fields. Botanical Garden of Georgia, Athens – Tour the three-story tropical
conservatory, miles of nature Trails, and beautiful outdoor gardens.
Day 7-8: Golden Isles
Drive to Jekyll Island, which has over 30 kilometres of paved trails through
beaches, marshes, forests and historic sites if you wanted to stretch the
legs and hire a bike. Drive to St. Simons Island and climb to the top of St.
Simons Lighthouse for some great views. Elder Mill Covered Bridge, Watkinsville – Visit this lovely 1860s
covered bridge overlooking the mill and creek.
Rental car: Hertz (Group B) from $72 per day Otis Redding, Macon – Check out the ‘Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay’
life-size bronze statue of the local soul music icon located on the banks of
the Ocmulgee River.
Our favourite places to stay:
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Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, Athens
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Macon North
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Hotel Indigo Historic District, Savannah
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Hampton Inn & Suites Brunswick
Eagle Tavern Museum, Watkinsville – Built in 1801, this Historic Stage
Coach stop & Tavern has artifacts from Antebellum Georgia.
Eatonton – Pick up a self-guided walking tour brochure which features 75
historic homes including Antebellum and Victorian era structures.
Milledgeville – Take a guided trolley tour through the historical district
and hear fascinating stories of the spirited Old South.
Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Jekyll Island – See where rehabilitation
efforts aim to save all five threatened or endangered sea turtles that nest
in Georgia.
©Golden Isles
©Golden Isles Georgia
The price guide shown is per car hire based on 5-7 day hire rate. Price shown does not include Earlybird or other discounted offers. Specials and surcharges may apply depending on travel date
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