Historic Southern Coast

Arrive in Jacksonville and transfer to St. Augustine to check in to your hotel. Guests who booked flights through YMT will be greeted by a representative at the Jacksonville airport and transferred to their hotel in St. Augustine.

Begin your day with a guided tour of St. Augustine’s historic district. Hear stories of explorers, settlers, and centuries-old traditions as you pass cobblestone streets and landmark buildings. Step off the coach for a short walking tour along lively St. George Street, where colorful shops, local boutiques, and cafés invite you to browse, explore, and enjoy an early lunch at your own pace. In the afternoon, travel back to the 1600s with a guided visit to the Castillo de San Marcos, the iconic Spanish stone fort and National Monument that has guarded the city for centuries. As the day winds down, join your fellow travelers this evening for a welcome dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to Savannah via the scenic Jekyll Island. Enjoy an included trolley tour through the Jekyll Island Club Historic District, home to a remarkable collection of grand 19th-century mansions once frequented by America’s elite. Stroll past stately homes and manicured grounds as stories of the Gilded Age bring the island’s past to life. After the tour, enjoy free time to relax and savor lunch on your own, before continuing on to Savannah.

Meals: Breakfast

Start the morning with a guided trolley tour through Savannah’s historic district, where graceful squares, moss-draped oaks, and stately architecture reveal the city’s rich past. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own, soaking up the relaxed atmosphere before continuing your day.

Meals: Breakfast

Depart Savannah and journey north to Middleton Place Plantation, a National Historic Landmark and home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Stroll through sweeping terraces, reflective ponds, and centuries-old camellias while immersing yourself in the rich history of this storied estate. Enjoy an included Southern-style lunch. Afterward, continue on a short drive to Charleston for a panoramic city tour showcasing the highlights of this elegant coastal city. Take in views of the historic waterfront, the pastel façades of Rainbow Row, and the stately homes along The Battery overlooking White Point Garden. The tour also features Hampton Park and Marion Square.

Meals: Breakfast

Begin the day with a scenic ferry ride across Charleston Harbor to Fort Sumter, the historic site where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Next, return to the city and enjoy free time in the lively City Market area, perfect for browsing local shops, artisan stalls, and enjoying lunch on your own. In the afternoon, join a guided tour of The Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, once the original center of government in the United States and a place steeped in revolutionary history. After the tour, the remainder of the afternoon is yours to relax or explore Charleston at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Depart from Charleston with a scenic stop in Columbia, the capital of South Carolina. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, highlighting its historic landmarks and tree-lined streets, followed by time for an early lunch on your own. Continue on to Charlotte, arriving in the afternoon for a panoramic city tour that showcases this dynamic Southern hub, blending modern skylines with deep-rooted history. The day concludes on a warm note with a farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Meals: Breakfast