Charleston, Savannah and the Blue Ridge Mountains
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- Visit magical, riverside Charleston, the epitome of Southern charm and grace
- Stroll the tree-shaded streets of colonial Savannah, with its mansions, dogwoods and magnolias
- Spend two days in the delightful spa-town of Asheville
- Travel through the Smoky Mountain National Park
- The European atmosphere of Old Salem
- Let the amazing views of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains take your breath away
- Visit historic Charlottesville, which boasts America's oldest townhouses
- Step back in time to America's earliest days, and stay in Colonial Williamsburg
- Visit the home of the White House and Capitol Hill, all-powerful Washington DC
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- Nine nights' room-only accommodation at a series of good-quality hotels in Richmond (1 night), Myrtle Beach ( 1 night), Savannah (2), Asheville (2), Roanoke (1) and Williamsburg (2)
- Return flights from your chosen airport to Washington DC
- Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel and transfers
- Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced Tour Manager
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Fly to Washington and transfer to Richmond, Virginia for a one-night stay.
Begin your journey south this morning, travelling first through North, then South Carolina, to the beachfront resort of Myrtle Beach for an overnight stay. Enjoy your beachfront hotel's surroundings, or head to one of the nearby restaurants for dinner.
This morning, after breakfast, we'll head to Charleston, the epitome of southern elegance. Join our included city tour, and discover Waterfront Park and the historic district before we journey south to Savannah, the most beautiful of 'southern belles', for a two-night stay.
Explore the antebellum mansions, shaded squares and cotton warehouses of Savannah's historic quarter. An optional guided city tour will introduce you to the city's history and its associations with the slave trade and the Civil War, after which you're free to wander the dogwood and azalea-lined streets of the historic quarter.
Head inland to Asheville, North Carolina, on the edge of Smoky Mountains National Park. We'll spend the next two nights in this former haunt of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Henry Ford - an eclectic and diverse town that boasts a vibrant art community and unique shops.
This morning's visit to downtown Asheville is followed by our optional excursion to Biltmore House and Gardens. The famous estate built by George Vanderbilt over 100 years ago includes a majestic 250-room mansion, manicured gardens, a respected winery, a 'village' of crafts shops and several places to eat.
After a relaxing morning in Asheville, board the coach and take a leisurely journey to the historic 'twin' town of Winston-Salem. We'll stop in delightful Old Salem, which still retains the essence of the original European settlement, before we continue into Virginia and head to Roanoke.
Enjoy another unforgettable day in the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains. Catch your breath on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway - a refuge for deer and other wildlife - and visit historic Charlottesville, one-time home of US Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe, before continuing to the charming colonial town of Williamsburg.
Step back in time on today's wonderful optional excursion - to historic Jamestowne, the first permanent English settlement in America. Explore the Glasshouse, and see artefacts from the original Jamestown Fort before moving on to colonial Williamsburg to discover what...
Today we'll cross the Potomac River to the iconic US capital. Here the White House, Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol and the government buildings on 'the Hill' are among the most memorable sights, and our optional guided city tour is a perfect introduction to them. In the afternoon, we return to Washington Airport for the return flight home, at the end of a memorable tour.
Today you arrive back in the UK.
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The hotels used on our tours will meet the standard of a good, three-star European hotel. Rooms will have private bathrooms, telephones and TV. The vast majority will also have tea- and coffee-making facilities. There will always be a bar or restaurant on site or nearby.
The hotels used on our tours will meet the standard of a good, three-star European hotel. Rooms will have private bathrooms, telephones and TV. The vast majority will also have tea- and coffee-making facilities. There will always be a bar or restaurant on site or nearby.
Holiday Inn Richmond South (night 1)
Offering a warm welcome, this hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a sport's restaurant and bar. The rooms are furnished to an excellent standard, and are equipped with TVs and coffee-makers.
Holiday Inn Richmond South (night 1)
Offering a warm welcome, this hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a sport's restaurant and bar. The rooms are furnished to an excellent standard, and are equipped with TVs and coffee-makers.
Patricia Grand Resort, Myrtle Beach (night 2)
Boasting an oceanfront setting next to shops, restaurants and other entertainments, this hotel has a gift shop, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a bar, cafe and restaurant.
Patricia Grand Resort, Myrtle Beach (night 2)
Boasting an oceanfront setting next to shops, restaurants and other entertainments, this hotel has a gift shop, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a bar, cafe and restaurant.
Holiday Inn Express Savannah Historic District, Savannah (nights 3-4)
Located in the heart of Savannah's historic district, within walking distance of the city's famed squares. Facilities at the hotel include a bar and a roof-top swimming pool.
Holiday Inn Express Savannah Historic District, Savannah (nights 3-4)
Located in the heart of Savannah's historic district, within walking distance of the city's famed squares. Facilities at the hotel include a bar and a roof-top swimming pool.
Four Points by Sheraton, Asheville (nights 5-6)
Centrally located in pretty Asheville, close to many shops and restaurants, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar (the Chop House) as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a gym. All the guest rooms are very well-appointed, and have hairdryers, TV with pay-per-view movies, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Four Points by Sheraton, Asheville (nights 5-6)
Centrally located in pretty Asheville, close to many shops and restaurants, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar (the Chop House) as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a gym. All the guest rooms are very well-appointed, and have hairdryers, TV with pay-per-view movies, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View, Roanoke (night 7)
Ideally located for exploring the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, this hotel has an indoor swimming pool, and is close to a wide selection of restaurants.
Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View, Roanoke (night 7)
Ideally located for exploring the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, this hotel has an indoor swimming pool, and is close to a wide selection of restaurants.
Comfort Inn Williamsburg Historic Centre (nights 8-9)
This welcoming hotel is within walking distance of a number of restaurants and shops, and is just one mile from downtown Colonial Williamsburg.
Comfort Inn Williamsburg Historic Centre (nights 8-9)
This welcoming hotel is within walking distance of a number of restaurants and shops, and is just one mile from downtown Colonial Williamsburg.
Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in a conveniently located, alternative hotel of a similar standard.
Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in a conveniently located, alternative hotel of a similar standard.
You may cancel your booking or part of it once it has been confirmed but the cancellation will only be valid if made in writing direct to the Company or by telephone to our Customer Service team and having answered the security questions. If the cancellation results in a person travelling alone, a single room supplement is payable. The amount payable on cancellation depends upon when we receive your written instructions - the more notice you give, the less we will charge. The different periods before departure date within which written instructions are received by Newmarket Promotions Ltd. and amounts of cancellation charged in each period (shown as a percentage of the total holiday price excluding insurance premium which is not refundable) are as follows:
Charge prior to "Balance Due" date* will be Deposit only
"Balance Due" date - 22 days will be 30% or deposit if greater
21 - 15 days is of 45% or deposit if greater
14 - 2 days will be 60%
less than 48 hours in advance or after departure date is 100%
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