Southern Exploration

Welcome to New York, the largest city in the US. Upon arrival at the airport, please go to the hotel we booked for you by yourself. We will inform you the address and the way there in advance. In the evening, our tour director will meet you at the hotel and introduce you the following arrangements.

Accommodation: The Dylan Hotel

Our southern United States tour formally begin today. We will drive from New York to Washington DC, passing by Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States. In Philadelphia, we will see the Independence Square and Liberty Bell. After we arriving in Washington DC, check in at the hotel and get prepared for the next day's visit.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Washington Hilton

Today we will tour around the top attractions in Washington DC, including the Capitol, the Supreme Judicial Court, Library of Congress, FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, White House, and Arlington National Cemetery where the John F. Kennedy Memorial is located. Later in the day, we will visit the museums of the Smithsonian Institution or wander around the banks of the Potomac River.

Meals: Breakfast

This morning, we will head for the famous historical city Williamsburg which used to be the capital of the Virginia colony of the British. Our guide will lead you to walk along the Duke of Gloucester Street, appreciate the roadside public architecture, houses of the colonial period, and College of William and Mary. Please note that all entrance tickets are at your own expense. Then we will drive to Roanoke. About four hours later, we will finally reach the local hotel. Have a good rest tonight.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Tanglewood

On the 5th day we will drive for about four hours to Gatlinburg. On the way, we will pass by the Blue Ridge Parkway, one of the ten most beautiful highways in the US. The picturesque scenery on both sides will surely enchant you, making it one of the most memorable moments in this journey. Upon arrival in Gatlinburg, we will check in at the hotel and spend a night there.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Creekstone Inn

This morning, we will depart for the nearby Great Smoky Mountains to get close to nature. The mountains there are shrouded in thin mists all the year round, hence its name. After the tour, we will continue to pass through Knoxville to Nashville, the Country Music Capital of the World. The whole trip takes about three hours. Upon arrival, spend a night in a local hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown

Today, we will drive for three hours from Nashville to Memphis, a city famous for the blues music, cotton, and Sun Records. After arriving, we will tour around the city and pay a visit to the Beale Street, the heart of the blues music. In the afternoon, you can choose to take an optional tour to Graceland, the former residence of Elvis Presley if you are a fan of rock music.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown

We will set out for Mississippi, the Magnolia State today. First, we will pass Jackson, the capital, and then move forward to Louisiana and New Orleans, the hosting city of Mardi Gras Carnival. Tonight, you may have an authentic dinner while taking the optional Mississippi Riverboat Cruise, immersing yourself in the Creole Culture and enjoying the music played by Dixieland Jazz Band.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton New Orleans Riverside

The whole day is free for you to take in the French flavor and splendid landscape of New Orleans. You may stand on the symbolic French balcony guarded by iron rails and overlook the narrow streets below paved by cobbles. Standing on the New Orleans Levee, you will think about how those unique structures protected this city in the past.

Meals: Breakfast

On day 10 we will drive along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, passing by Mobile, AL, and finally arrive in Pensacola. We will then pay a visit to the Bellingrath Gardens and Home, one of the ten best rose gardens in the United States. Later we will enjoy a good time on the Pensacola Beach. Wandering through the winding sea coast, you will feel the pleasure brought by the warm sea in the Gulf of Mexico.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola

Today, we will drive along the narrow zone of Florida to Ocala that is famous for the thoroughbred horse ranch. Then we will continue driving through the middle area of Florida, the center of the citrus industry of America, and finally arrive at our hotel in Orlando at night.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Grand Orlando Resort at Celebration

You can arrange today's activities on your own. It will be a nice choice to go swimming or have fun in one of the best tourist attractions in Orlando, such as the Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, or the Universal Studios. Please note that all tickets should be at your own expense.

Meals: Breakfast

Today our guide will first lead you to the Kennedy Space Center, the hub and center of the US Space Program. Then we will head for the Miami Beach and have a pleasant time there.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Miami South Beach

Our trip comes to an end today. You may go to the airport by yourself to catch the departure flight. Enjoy a good trip!

Meals: Breakfast