8 days in Charleston, Hilton Head & Savannah Itinerary

Many visitors describe their Charleston holiday as a warm embrace by an old, dear friend--who lived about 200 years ago.

Charleston is known for parks, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, brush up on your military savvy at Patriots Point, contemplate the long history of Fort Sumter National Monument, and take in nature's colorful creations at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens.

For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Charleston online journey planner.

New York City to Charleston is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in October, you will find days in Charleston are somewhat warmer (78°F), and nights are about the same (60°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Hilton Head.

A Hilton Head vacation may be heaven for a golfer, but the area also offers all kinds of other options for sports fans.

On the 30th (Mon), hike along Hilton Head Island Bike Trails, see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Coligny Beach. On your second day here, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Francis by the Sea Catholic Church and then look for all kinds of wild species at Hilton Head Island Birding Trail.

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Hilton Head attractions planning website.

Traveling by car from Charleston to Hilton Head takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 78°F, and evening lows to 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can drive to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

Savannah is known for historic sites, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, brush up on your military savvy at Webb Military Museum, go for a charming ride with a horse-drawn carriage tour, and take a stroll through Savannah Historic District.

For maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Savannah day trip planning website.

You can drive from Hilton Head to Savannah in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Savannah can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.