America's Coastal Heritage

10 days Washington D.C. to Charleston
Washington DC, Virginia Beach, Outer Banks, Morehead City, Wilmington, Myrtle Beach, Charleston

Explore the history and charm of America's Atlantic coastline on this incredible holiday. Begin in Washington DC with sightseeing of the city's most famous landmarks. Next, Colonial Williamsburg's Governor's Palace, George Wythe House, and Raleigh Tavern await. Travel to Virginia Beach and North Carolina's famed Outer Banks, then follow Cape Hatteras National Seashore to the Bodie Island Lighthouse and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Overnight in Morehead City and continue to Wilmington to visit the WWII Battleship North Carolina. On to South Carolina's Myrtle Beach and famous Brookgreen Gardens. Next, stops in historic Georgetown and Charleston, with visits to Magnolia Plantation and Middleton Place, a National Historic Landmark and great conclusion to your holiday.

INSIDE VISITS AND SPECIAL FEATURES Shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1 - ARRIVE WASHINGTON DC

Welcome to the nation's capital, Washington DC! Your holiday begins this evening with a WELCOME RECEPTION hosted by your Tour Director. (WR)

DAY 2 - WASHINGTON D.C

After a relaxing breakfast, enjoy a morning SIGHTSEEING TOUR. An experienced Local Guide brings the city alive. Sights include Capitol Hill, the Lincoln Memorial, and Washington Monument. We'll also cross the Potomac River to visit Arlington National Cemetery. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy more of Washington DC. Perhaps visit one of DC's many museums or take a leisurely stroll along the National Mall. After dinner at a local restaurant, enjoy a TWILIGHT TOUR of the capital's highlights. (B,D)

DAY 3 - WASHINGTON DC-WILLIAMSBURG-VIRGINIA BEACH

This morning, tour 173-acre COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG, where the Colonial period comes to life. Your deluxe pass opens every door, including the Governor's Palace, the George Wythe House, and the Raleigh Tavern. Later this afternoon, travel to Virginia Beach, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay. (B)

DAY 4 - VIRGINIA BEACH-OUTER BANKS, NC

Time this morning to walk along the boardwalk, search the beach for seashells, or just relax and enjoy the fresh ocean air. We continue south into North Carolina and enter the famed Outer Banks. We'll visit the WRIGHT BROTHERS NATIONAL MEMORIAL which pays tribute to Orville and Wilbur Wright, whose achievement at this spot changed the world forever. We'll also visit FORT RALEIGH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, the first English attempt at Colonisation in the New World. (B)

DAY 5 - OUTER BANKS-MOREHEAD CITY, NC

We spend the day exploring the scenic Outer Banks, a thin broken strand of islands which curve out into the Atlantic Ocean and then back again. We'll follow Cape Hatteras National Seashore with visits to the Bodie Island Lighthouse and CAPE HATTERAS LIGHTHOUSE and Visitors Centre. Learn about the island's ecosystem and the importance of these historic lighthouses. Later today, travel by ferry back to the mainland and overnight in Morehead City. (B,D)

DAY 6 - MOREHEAD CITY-WILMINGTON, NC

This morning, travel to Wilmington where we'll visit the BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINA. Here you can walk her decks and envision daily life as well as the fierce combat that her crew faced in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, you'll have a haunting experience as you visit the historic district and take a GHOST WALK of Old Wilmington. (B,D)

DAY 7 - WILMINGTON-MYRTLE BEACH, SC. CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

This morning we continue south into the Palmetto State of South Carolina. Later today, arrive at the sandy beaches of Myrtle Beach. With your free time, enjoy a round of golf, shop for souvenirs, or perhaps just relax with a cool drink on the beach. Tonight, a GLOBUS PLATINUM EXCLUSIVE: select how you wish to spend your evening. Choose from a variety of shows such as the CAROLINA OPRY and LEGENDS IN CONCERT. (B,D)

DAY 8 - MYRTLE BEACH-CHARLESTON

First stop this morning is famous BROOKGREEN GARDENS, a National Historic Landmark located on an old rice and indigo plantation. Your guided tour will show off over 550 pieces of art comprising the world's finest outdoor collection of American figurative sculptures. Later, drive through historic Georgetown, where the first permanent settlers arrived in the early 1700s. This afternoon, tour Charleston, one of the last bastions of the Old South. The city is world-renowned for its charm, splendid architecture, colourful homes and gardens, shady tree-lined streets, and fresh sea air. This evening, join an optional dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Carolina. (B)

DAY 9 - CHARLESTON

Your morning is at leisure to explore more of this charming town. Shop for antiques on King Street, spend time at the South Carolina Aquarium, or visit bustling Market Square. Later this afternoon, visit MAGNOLIA PLANTATION where you'll tour the gardens and enjoy a tram ride. We'll then visit MIDDLETON PLACE, a National Historic Landmark and a carefully preserved 18th-century plantation that has survived revolution, Civil War, and an earthquake. We end our day with a festive FAREWELL DINNER at this lovely plantation set on the Ashley River. (B,D)

DAY 10 - CHARLESTON

The holiday ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided. (B)

Departure Dates & Prices

Dates	Twin Per Person	Single Supplement	Triple Reduction
27/04/2008	£1,205	£423	£80
11/05/2008	£1,205	£423	£80
25/05/2008	£1,205	£423	£80
07/09/2008	£1,184	£423	£80
14/09/2008	£1,184	£423	£80
21/09/2008	£1,184	£423	£80
05/10/2008	£1,184	£423	£80
12/10/2008	£1,184	£423	£80
All prices shown are for tour only and subject to availability. Please call to ask for a full package inclusive of airfares.
Pre/Post Tour overnights are also available and rail/cruise upgrades can be quoted where applicable

Included Highlights

• WASHINGTON DC: Guided sightseeing including a twilight tour, Welcome reception
• COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG
• OUTER BANKS, NC: Visit Wright Brothers National Memorial, Fort Raleigh Historic Site, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
• WILMINGTON: Tour Battleship North Carolina, historic Ghost Walk
• MYRTLE BEACH: A "Choose Your Experience" activity; tour Brookgreen Gardens
• CHARLESTON: Guided sightseeing including visits to Magnolia Plantation and Middleton Place; Farewell Dinner

Included Meals

Welcome reception (WR) American breakfast daily (B; 5 dinners (D), including a Farewell celebration dinner in Charleston.

Superior Hotels

WASHINGTON DC Washington Marriott (SF), VIRGINIA BEACH Sheraton Oceanfront (F), OUTER BANKS Hampton Inn Outerbanks (BA), MOREHEAD CITY/ATLANTIC BEACH Sheraton Atlantic Beach (F), WILMINGTON Hilton Wilmington Riverside (F), MYRTLE BEACH Hilton (SF), CHARLESTON Renaissance (SF)