54 days in North Carolina Itinerary

Head to Expo 216 and River to Sea Galleryfor plenty of shopping. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Airlie Gardens and Downtown Wilmington. Explore Wilmington's surroundings by going to Duplin Winery (in Rose Hill), Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum (in Bald Head Island) and Moore's Creek National Battlefield (in Currie). The adventure continues: explore the galleries of Bellamy Mansion, learn about winemaking at Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room, steep yourself in history at Poplar Grove Plantation, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery.

For reviews, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Wilmington trip itinerary planner.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Wilmington is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 7 hours traveling from Tel Aviv to Wilmington. Traveling from Tel Aviv in September, expect little chillier with lows of 23°C in Wilmington. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to fly to Charlotte.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at NASCAR Hall of Fame and Mint Museum Randolph. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Hendrick Motorsports Complex and Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. Go for a jaunt from Charlotte to Locust to see Reed Gold Mine about 44 minutes away. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Mint Museum Uptown, stop by PuckerButt Pepper Company, take a stroll through SouthPark, and browse the collection at Billy Graham Library.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our Charlotte itinerary builder website.

You can fly from Wilmington to Charlotte in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Wilmington in October, plan for slightly colder nights in Charlotte, with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Winston Salem.

On the 19th (Sat), learn about winemaking at Cellar 4201 Vineyard, do a tasting at Divine Llama Vineyards, see the interesting displays at Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, then examine the collection at Winston Cup Museum & Special Event Center, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Wait Chapel. On the next day, stroll the grounds of Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site, then do a tasting at Weathervane Winery, then get engrossed in the history at Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Home Moravian Church.

For traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Winston Salem online route planner.

You can drive from Charlotte to Winston Salem in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Asheville.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Mon): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Tours & Tastings, view the masterpieces at New Morning Gallery, stroll the grounds of Riverside Cemetery, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Urban Trail, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Blue Spiral 1.

For reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Asheville driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Winston Salem to Asheville in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to drive to Cherokee.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): explore the world behind art at Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery, steep yourself in history at Oconaluftee Indian Village, then steep yourself in history at Mingus Mill, then see the interesting displays at Museum of the Cherokee Indian, and finally view the masterpieces at Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual. Keep things going the next day: hunt for treasures at Barber Orchard Fruitstand, try your luck at Casino at Harrah’s Cherokee, and then take an in-depth tour of Swain County Heritage Museum.

To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Cherokee trip itinerary maker app.

Getting from Asheville to Cherokee by car takes about 1.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Cherokee are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Mount Airy.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Mabry Mill, then don't miss a visit to Floyd's City Barbershop, then see the interesting displays at The Andy Griffith Museum, and finally look for gifts at Bear Creek Gifts And Candy Kitchen. Here are some ideas for day two: learn about winemaking at Stony Knoll Vineyards, get engrossed in the history at Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, then examine the collection at The Gertrude Smith House, then don't miss a visit to Mayberry Replica Courthouse, and finally pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Mayberry Antique Mall.

To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Mount Airy driving holiday planner.

Getting from Cherokee to Mount Airy by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Cherokee in October since evenings lows in Mount Airy dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Surf City.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Seacoast Art Gallery, then stop by Quarter Moon Books & Gifts, then shop like a local with Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Sun): get your game on at Shipwreck Point Golf, then sample the tasty concoctions at Salty Turtle Beer Co.., then step off the mainland to explore Topsail Island, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at The Gathering Church.

To find more things to do, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Surf City road trip app.

Fly from Mount Airy to Surf City in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Surf City when traveling from Mount Airy in October, with lows around 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can drive to Raleigh.

On the 28th (Mon), get engrossed in the history at Ava Gardner Museum, get curious at Marbles Kids Museum, then learn more about the world around you at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and finally stop by Videri Chocolate Factory. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get to know the fascinating history of Historic Oakwood, explore the different monuments and memorials at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, contemplate the long history of Historic Oak View County Park, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, and finally browse the different shops at Crabtree Valley Mall.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Raleigh driving holiday planning app.

Getting from Surf City to Raleigh by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Surf City in October, plan for slightly colder nights in Raleigh, with lows around 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can go by car to Manteo.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): enjoy the sea views from Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, get engrossed in the history at Buffalo City Exhibit, then visit a coastal fixture at Bodie Island Lighthouse, and finally kick back and relax at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy the sand and surf at Coquina Beach, experience rural life at Island Farm, then shop like a local with Pea Island Art Gallery, Salvo, NC, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Kinnakeet Clay Studio & Showroom.

To see reviews, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Manteo trip planning app.

You can drive from Raleigh to Manteo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and car; or do a combination of flight and car. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Manteo when traveling from Raleigh in October, with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Corolla.

On the 1st (Fri), surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, contemplate the long history of Whalehead Club, then browse the exhibits of Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Historic Corolla Chapel. On the next day, kick back and relax at Carova Beach, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and then stop by Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts.

To find reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Corolla trip itinerary builder site.

Drive from Manteo to Corolla in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in October, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Ocracoke.

On the 3rd (Sun), look for all kinds of wild species at Ocracoke Pony Pens, look for all kinds of wild species at Springers Point, and then stroll the grounds of British Cemetery. Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy the sand and surf at Ocracoke Beach, visit a coastal fixture at Ocracoke Lighthouse, then look for gifts at Books to Be Red, and finally steep yourself in history at Fort Ocracoke Monument.

To see photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Ocracoke day trip planning app.

Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Corolla to Ocracoke takes 6 hours. Traveling from Corolla in November, expect a bit warmer with lows of 11°C in Ocracoke. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can travel to Kill Devil Hills.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): view the masterpieces at The Bird Store, take in the exciting artwork at OBX Art Studio, pause for some serene contemplation at Holy Redeemer By the Sea Catholic Church, then pause for some photo ops at Monument to a Century of Flight, and finally learn about winemaking at Sanctuary Vineyards. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Wright Brothers National Memorial, look for all kinds of wild species at Sweetgum Swamp Trail, and then take a stroll through Scarborough Lane Shoppes.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Kill Devil Hills vacation maker site.

Traveling by combination of ferry and car from Ocracoke to Kill Devil Hills takes 5 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Kill Devil Hills can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Edenton.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Thu): visit a coastal fixture at 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse, examine the collection at Historic Edenton State Historic Site, then explore the different monuments and memorials at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, then contemplate the long history of Historic Hope Plantation, and finally learn more about the world around you at Bear-Ology. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Barker House, steep yourself in history at Edenton Bell Battery Cannon, then see the interesting displays at Jim Catfish Hunter Museum, and finally examine the collection at God's Creation Wildlife Museum.

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Edenton trip planner.

Getting from Kill Devil Hills to Edenton by car takes about 1.5 hours. Expect little chillier evenings in Edenton when traveling from Kill Devil Hills in November, with lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough to drive to Durham.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Museum of Durham History, take in the exciting artwork at Cedar Creek Gallery & Pottery, contemplate the long history of Stagville State Historic Site, then contemplate the long history of Duke Homestead, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Duke University Chapel. On your second day here, look for all kinds of wild species at Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, steep yourself in history at Ayr Mount Historic Site, then admire the masterpieces at Ackland Art Museum, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Old Town Cemetery.

For where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Durham road trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Edenton to Durham takes 2.5 hours. In November in Durham, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Greensboro.

On the 11th (Mon), stroll around Country Park, contemplate the long history of Old Mill of Guilford, then see the interesting displays at Petty Museum, and finally examine the collection at International Civil Rights Center & Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Children's Museum of Alamance County, look for gifts at Alamance Arts, then steep yourself in history at Blandwood, then explore the world behind art at Weatherspoon Art Museum, and finally shop like a local with Ambleside Gallery.

To see ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Greensboro trip planner.

You can drive from Durham to Greensboro in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. November in Greensboro sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can go by car to Blowing Rock.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Wed): explore by horseback at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, examine the collection at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, then revel in the low prices at Tanger Outlets Blowing Rock, then look for gifts at Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at Blowing Rock Brewery. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Blowing Rock Art and History Museum, stroll around Memorial Park, then snap pictures at Linn Cove Viaduct, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.

For traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Blowing Rock trip maker app.

Traveling by car from Greensboro to Blowing Rock takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In November, Blowing Rock is slightly colder than Greensboro - with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Franklin.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): admire the sheer force of Rufus Morgan Falls, then see the interesting displays at Scottish Tartans Musuem, then examine the collection at Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at Lazy Hiker Brewing Company. Keep things going the next day: view the masterpieces at Mark of the Potter, discover the riches below the earth's surface at Maceffie Gems & Land LLC, then discover the riches below the earth's surface at Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine, and finally stop by Outdoor 76.

For maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Franklin day trip app.

Traveling by flight from Blowing Rock to Franklin takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Blowing Rock in November, you will find days in Franklin are somewhat warmer (18°C), and nights are about the same (0°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly to New Bern.

On the 17th (Sun), view the masterpieces at Carolina Creations Fine Art & Contemporary Gallery, then examine the collection at Aurora Fossil Museum, and then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at New Bern Fireman's Museum, then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then get engrossed in the history at Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center.

For maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, use the New Bern attractions website.

Traveling by flight from Franklin to New Bern takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. Traveling from Franklin in November, things will get a bit warmer in New Bern: highs are around 22°C and lows about 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Tue) to allow time for travel back home.