Stay : Georgia, South Carolina and Florida: from Appalachia to the Gulf of Mexico
This route will take you through the Appalachian Mountains, over the Great Smoky Mountains and along beautiful scenic roads (Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive), before heading down the Georgia coast to Florida. After visiting Cape Canaveral and Miami, you'll head to the Keys for a bit of lazing around, then explore Everglades National Park
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
15 days
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Detail of the stay : Georgia, South Carolina and Florida: from Appalachia to the Gulf of Mexico - 15 days
Day 1: Arrival in Atlanta
Steps: Atlanta
You will probably arrive late in }the day in Atlanta. Rest at the hotel and make the latest preparations for the day after.
Day 2: Departure to the Great Smoky Mountains
Steps: Atlanta
Leave Atlanta in the morning for a 3h-drive to the north and the Appalachian mountains. You will take the I-74, Blue Ridge Parkway, which leads to the heart of the park. Arrival during the day at Visitor Center. Preparations for the next day's hikes. Night in campsites or in a lodge.
Day 3: Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains
Here you are in the most visited national park in the United States. Depending on your level, several trails have to be discovered over one or two days. Night in the park.
Day 4: Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains
Continue exploring the park. Night in the park.
Day 5: Heading to the coast
Steps: Atlanta, Charleston
Leave the park in the morning, passing through Asheville, and then start to cross the South Carolina. After a good half day, you reach the charming coastal town of Charleston. Walks in Downtown and dinner in town.
Day 6: Charleston - Savannah
Steps: Savannah
Go down the beautiful Savannah, exploring the many beaches that border the road. Arrival in Savannah in the evening.
Day 7: Discovery of Savannah
Steps: Savannah, Brunswick, Jekyll Island
Take the time to walk through the streets of Savannah, bordered by colonial houses. Late in the afternoon, reach Brunswick and stay on the in the south of the city.
Day 8: Jacksonville
Steps: Fernandina Beach
Go to the largest city of Florida, known for its beautiful beaches, such as Mythology Beach and Atlantic Beach. A relaxation day is a must.
Day 9: Daytona Beach and Orlando
Steps: Orlando, Daytona Beach
Go for a swim in Daytona Beach in the morning (1h30 drive), then visit Universal Studios or Magic Kingdom in Orlando. Overnight in one of the parks.
Day 10: Cape Canaveral and Miami
Steps: Miami, Orlando, Daytona Beach, Cape Canaveral
From Orlando, go back to the coast and visit Cape Canaveral. Late in the day, go to Miami and the South Beach area to enjoy a cocktail on the beach.
Day 12: Everglades National Park
Steps: Everglades National Park, Key Largo
Departure at dawn to see the sun rise on the Everglades. Exploration of the Key Largo.
Day 13: The Keys Road
Steps: Key West
Take the Keys Road, by making stops whenever you feel, until you arrive at Key West late in the day.
Day 14: Key West
Steps: Key West
Profit from the water and Seaside activities of Key West. Night in Key West.
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