Travel South USA: Coasts and Mountains of the South Self Drive Itinerary

Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and South Carolina offer a mix of landscapes, history and culture that suits almost any traveller. Nature lovers can head to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the USA, or drive the Blue Ridge Parkway for mountain views, waterfalls and hiking. Those after sun and sand can explore the Atlantic coast at Myrtle Beach, Folly Beach and Tybee Island, while golfers can add a stay at Kiawah Island or Hilton Head Island. History and culture run deep, from Charleston’s antebellum mansions and Fort Sumter to Savannah’s historic squares and Atlanta’s civil rights heritage. Families and thrill-seekers are well catered for with attractions like the Georgia Aquarium, Ripley’s Aquarium and the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and with each destination within roughly two to four hours’ drive of the next, the region works well as a self-drive holiday.

Accommodation

Coasts and Mountains of the South Self Drive Itinerary (4 stars)

From Atlanta (Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola), this road trip heads north through Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Asheville, a gateway to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate. The route continues to Charlotte for the NASCAR Hall of Fame and U.S. National Whitewater Center, then to the beaches of Myrtle Beach, with Broadway at the Beach and Ripley’s Aquarium. From there it moves down the coast through Pawley’s Island to historic Charleston, known for its antebellum mansions, Middleton Place and Fort Sumter, before reaching Savannah and its historic squares and Forsyth Park. The loop finishes with a drive back to Atlanta via Macon and the Tubman Museum.

Rooms

Self Drive Itinerary (7 nights)

15 May - 22 May 27
Stay price: $2,509.00

Includes: Self Drive inclusions as specified

Note: Based on select departure 15 May 2027. Other dates available at a seasonal surcharge.

Features

• 8 Days / 7 Nights Coasts and Mountains of the South Self Drive Itinerary – Atlanta, Georgia return
• 8 day Hertz Midsize Car Rental. Pick up and drop off Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
• 1 Night Atlanta, Georgia accommodation at Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown by IHG (4 star) in a Standard King Room
• 1 Night Asheville, North Carolina accommodation at Moxy Asheville Downtown (4 star) in a King Bed Room
• 1 Night Charlotte, North Carolina accommodation at Sheraton Charlotte Hotel (4 star) in a King Bed Room
• 1 Night Myrtle Beach, South Carolina accommodation at The Ellie Beach Resort Myrtle Beach Tapestry by Hilton (4 star) in a King Bed Room with Sofa Bed
• 1 Night Charleston, South Carolina accommodation at Live Oak Charleston Historic District a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (4 star) in a 2 Queen Bed Room
• 1 Night Savannah, Georgia accommodation at Andaz Savannah By Hyatt (4 star) in an Andaz King Room
• 1 Night Atlanta, Georgia accommodation at Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta Midtown Peachtree at 17th (3 star) in a King Bed Studio Suite with Sofa Bed
• Note: Pricing is per person double share, unless specified
• Airfares are additional
• Mandatory hotel fees may apply, are additional & payable direct  

Terms and Conditions

Terms & Conditions: Prices are correct as at 02 November 2026 and are subject to availability & change without notice. Sales period: Valid for sale from 02 November 2026 until 30 November 2026 unless otherwise stated, withdrawn or sold out prior. General conditions: Prices are correct as at 02 November 2026 are subject to availability & are subject to change without notice. From price is per person double share & in NZ Dollars, based on 15 May 2027 departure: other dates available at a seasonal surcharge. Sales period: Valid for sale until 30 November 2026, unless otherwise stated, withdrawn or sold out prior. This is a sample road trip itinerary, to be used as a guide only. Itinerary inclusions will be priced on enquiry and are subject to availability. Drive times listed are approximate. Car rental is based on Hertz Car Rental – Midsize (Kia K4 or similar). Includes unlimited kilometres, additional driver, full to full, mandatory fees and tax. Room rates are dynamic providing the best rate of the day dependent on current inventory as such these are subject to availability & change without notice. Airfares & transfers are additional. All prices are per person & in NZ Dollars. All prices are based on payment by cash or EFTPOS only. Airfares & holiday packages include airline, operational costs, pre-payable taxes & airport charges unless otherwise stated. Additional levies, government charges & other applicable fees may apply & are beyond our control. Minimum & maximum stay restrictions may apply. Selected deals are based on restricted flight schedules, hotel check in/out time & are ultimately the responsibility of the passengers upon booking to ensure flight schedules & hotel check in/out time are suitable for their needs. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply depending on date of travel. Stopovers & alternative routes may incur additional costs. Prices are valid for new bookings only. Accommodation, holiday packages, cruises & tours are based on twin share, unless otherwise stated. Holidays are based on consecutive night stays. The accommodation, cruises, airfares, coach & small group tours & any other components included are provided by carriers & hoteliers with their own terms & conditions, which your booking is subject to. For full terms & conditions visit infinityholidays.co.nz/booking-conditions/