Charleston & Savannah in the Fall
Quintessential Southern Towns
Nothing says southern charm quite like Savannah and Charleston. Charleston lies on a peninsula between two rivers and fronts the Charleston Harbor. It has more homes on the National Register than any other city and is home to Fort Sumter, location of the first conflict of the Civil War. Savannah is unique, famous for its "pocket parks" and squares laid out by founder General James Oglethorpe in the early 1700s. These two cities and the other locations we visit represent the quintessential idea of "southern-ness." We love visiting this area and know you will too!
Charleston & Savannah in the Fall
October 11 - October 16, 2019Highlights
- Tour charming Charleston
- Enjoy beautiful Magnolia Plantation
- Visit Beaufort, SC
- Tour lovely Savannah
- Time to explore personal interests
- Suggestions for additional things to do and see
- Small group no larger than 14
- And More... See itinerary for details
Itinerary
Friday, 11 October 2019: Arrive Charleston, SC; Welcome Dinner (D)
Schedule your arrival no later than 4:00pm and take local transportation to the hotel. The tour begins at 6:00pm in the lobby of the hotel. We will make introductions at our Welcome Meeting and then depart for a local restaurant for our Welcome Dinner. Overnight Charleston - 3 nights
Saturday, 12 October 2019: Morning City Tour; Magnolia Plantation and Grounds Tour (B,L)
With its rich 300-year history, Charleston is one of America's most beautifully preserved cities. Our day begins with a tour of Charleston to get better acquainted with our surroundings and discover all the city has to offer. Then we're off to visit Magnolia Plantation, founded in 1676 by the Drayton family. Magnolia Plantation has survived the centuries and has been witness to the history of our nation from the American Revolution through the Civil War and into present day. It is the oldest public tourist site in the low country, and has the oldest public gardens in America. Its doors opened to visitors in 1872 to allow guests to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its heralded gardens. Upon returning from the plantation, the remainder of the afternoon and evening is yours to enjoy as you wish.
Sunday, 13 October 2019: Day at Leisure in Charleston; Group Dinner (B,D)
Today is free to continue exploring the charm of of this city. Consider a visit to the old city market to watch women weave baskets, take a boat tour of the harbor to visit Fort Sumter where the first shots of the Civil War were exchanged, or tour through gracious homes and gardens in Charleston’s historic district. Your Tour Leader will provide suggestions of things to do or accompany her on her itinerary for the day. We will regroup this evening for dinner together to share our day.
Monday, 14 October 2019: Beaufort, SC; Continue on to Savannah (B)
We leave Charleston today for the lovely seaside town of Beaufort, SC, which delights visitors with its breathtakingly beautiful natural vistas and impressive architecture from the colonial and antebellum eras. Beaufort remains the Queen of the South Carolina Sea Islands, thanks to its charm, natural beauty, fascinating history, and rich and diverse cultural heritage. We enjoy free time in Beaufort before continuing on to Savannah. Overnight Savannah - 2 nights
Tuesday, 15 October 2019: Walking Tour of Savannah; Free Afternoon; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
We will cover a lot of ground today, both literally and figuratively as we experience Savannah's rich history on a two-hour walking tour that will help us understand the significance of the city's architectural layout, introduce us to the city's famous (and infamous) characters, and glimpse stately homes dating back to before the Civil War. This afternoon is at leisure to explore Savannah's historic waterfront area. River Street runs along the waterfront and has some of the city’s best shopping and dining. We'll regroup this evening for our Farewell Dinner.
Wednesday, 16 October 2019: Return Home from Savannah OR Charleston (B)
Sadly, our time together has come to an end. For this tour, you can make your return flight out of either Savannah, GA or Charleston, SC. For those choosing to depart from Charleston Airport, make your return flight No Earlier Than 12:00Noon. The WTT coach will provide one group transfer from Savannah to the Charleston airport (approximately a 2-hour drive) to drop off any travelers departing from Charleston. For those opting to depart from Savannah, depart at your convenience. Based on the departure time you provide WTT, your Tour Leader will assist with organizing travelers into small groups so you can ride-share to the Savannah airport if you wish.
Charleston & Savannah in the Fall
October 11 - October 16, 2019Pricing
Room Share
$2,366.00Single Room
$3,414.00 (Sold Out)Non-Members
ADD $50.00Status of this Tour
Trip Full and Closed
Tour Pricing Includes
- Meals and activities expressly listed in the itinerary, PLUS...
- All tipping of local guides
- WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
- Transportation in WTT's own Mercedes mini-coach
- Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
- Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT
Not Included In The Price
- Airfare or other transportation to and from the tour
- Airport transfers
- Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary
- Any personal expenses
- Any gratuities for WTT Tour Leader
- Travel Insurance
Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for This Tour
At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Sunday, 14 Apr 2019: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Saturday, 13 Jul 2019: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date.
Tuesday, 27 Aug 2019: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Please review our travel and cancellation policies before making your reservation. You will be asked to confirm you have read and understand WTT's travel polices before we will accept your reservation.
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in case you find the need to cancel your tour. WTT will mail you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation.
You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.
Charleston & Savannah in the Fall
October 11 - October 16, 2019Flights, Transfers & Lodging
Arrival & Departure Information
Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
When searching for flights for this trip, be sure to search "Multi-city" (on Kayak) or "Multiple Destinations" (on Expedia). For comparison, you may also want to search for one-way fares.
Arrival Airport: CHS - Charleston, SC (Charleston International Airport)
Arrival Date: Friday, October 11th. Arrive no later than 4:00pm.
Arrival Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi. Details provided in Final Travel Instructions.
Depart Airport: SAV - Savannah, GA (Savannah/Hilton Head Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Wednesday, October 16th. Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi. WTT Tour Leader can assist in ride-share coordination.
Alternatively, travelers can opt to return from Charleston, SC. If doing so, make your return flight as follows:
Depart Airport: CHS - Charleston, SC (Charleston Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Wednesday, October 16th. Depart no earlier than 12:00noon
Departure Transfer: 1 group transfer from Savannah to the Charleston airport (approx. 2-hr drive)
Lodging / Hotels
Charleston: King Charles Inn
Savannah: The Marshall House
In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.
Want to Arrive a Day Early?
- The room (standard check-in times apply)
- Breakfast the following morning
- Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$186.00 Roomshare $370.00 Single
The pre-tour package is an optional service. Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.
Additional Reminders About This Tour
This tour uses a 15 passenger Mini-Coach for transportation while on tour. Learn more about The WTT North American Travel Experience by downloading/opening the pdf.
Charleston & Savannah in the Fall
October 11 - October 16, 2019Destination Information
What do others say about this tour and traveling with WTT?
How Does Room Sharing Work?
- If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
- Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
- These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.
- All shared rooms have 2 beds
- All shared rooms are non-smoking
- No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
- Most solo travelers elect to share a room.
- See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details
How Active is this Tour?
Because of this requirement, WTT tours are not suitable for anyone who is physically challenged, walking impaired, or is a slow walker that cannot keep up with the pace of the group.
The activities on this tour are rated as follows:
- 75% Easy
- 25% Moderate (walking and standing for up to 2 hours)
If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet the physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.
Read more about Activity Levels
What meals are included and how are dietary restrictions accommodated?
- Breakfast daily
- 1 boxed lunch
- 3 dinners at local restaurants
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour.
What clothing and items should I pack for this trip?
In general this time of year the average temperature during the day in Charleston is in the high 70s with lows in the 60s. Savannah may be slightly warmer with highs in low 80s.
For This Trip You May Want—
- One smart-casual outfit if you’d like to dress up a bit for dinners.
- Lightweight but warm jacket/sweater for the cool mornings and evenings or the unusually brisk day.
- Inexpensive rain poncho or small travel umbrella, just in case!
- Insect repellent & sunscreen
- Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
Good Packing Habits—
- Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
- Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
- Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
- Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.
What are the luggage restrictions for this tour?
On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use and the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.
- It is best to travel as lightly as possible. Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
- You may bring one suitcase plus small shoulder bag/day pack/purse.
- Maximum suitcase size: 25-inches in height as measured from the FLOOR to the top of the retracted handle. The small case in a 3-piece luggage set easily meets this requirement and should be plenty roomy for this length of trip.
- Suitcases larger than 25" in height will not fit in the WTT coach; don't bring them.
- The maximum weight of your suitcase should not exceed 30 pounds, as you will need to lift it into the coach luggage compartment.
- You are responsible for managing your own belongings. We expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach and load it on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient. The possibility of steps exist at most hotel entrances.
How much money should I bring on this tour?
Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.
- Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
- ATMs are typically the best way of obtaining cash; you must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use the ATMs.
What are the tipping guidelines for this tour?
All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.
- You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
- You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.
What other Additional Information do I need to know?
This tour uses a 15 passenger Mini-Coach for transportation while on tour. Learn more about The WTT North American Travel Experience by downloading/opening the pdf.
Can I transfer my deposit to another tour?
To get off this tour and register for another tour, you must follow these steps - in the order shown:
2) WAIT before submitting your new reservation! You must receive the Cancellation Confirmation email before submitting your new reservation. This can take up to 2 business days. The Cancellation Confirmation email will list the amount of parked credits from this tour that are now available to use on a new reservation.
3) COMPLETE the new Reservation Form and USE the parked credits towards your deposit on the new tour.
Note: If you used Parked Credits to pay the deposit on this tour, these credits cannot be used a second time and are not eligible to be transferred.
What happens if I need to cancel this tour?

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