America's Historic East with New York Add-on

Make you own way to the airport or be collected by our Private Chauffeur (if you've pre-booked) for your flight to Atlanta, and on arrival we will transfer you to your hotel.

This morning's tour includes Peachtree Street and the gold-domed Georgia State Capitol. Visits to the grave site of Dr Martin Luther King and a memorial dedicated to the civil rights leader, who was born in Atlanta, are further highlights. This afternoon we head to Savannah, where we will eat traditional Southern fare at one of the most historic venues in Georgia, the inn was first opened in 1753, then a key meeting point for pirates and sailors alike.

You can set your own pace as you explore Savannah today. The city boasts more than 20 historic squares, shaded by oak trees and surrounded by elegant homes, charming churches and fascinating museums. Be sure to take in Chippewa Square, where scenes from Forrest Gump were filmed. You'll also want to spend time by the waterfront, where old cotton warehouses have been converted into galleries, antique shops, boutiques and restaurants. To see more of this city that is the epitome of Southern living and home to a wonderful collection of antebellum mansions, an optional sightseeing ride comes highly recommended.
This evening, why not make a beeline for the cobbled street alongside the river. It's home to a myriad of restaurants and bars where bands and musicians often play. Savannah is one of the few places in America where you can legally walk around with a drink, so ask for a 'to-go cup' and soak up the sociable atmosphere!

Our journey to Charleston takes us first to the beautiful Magnolia Plantation House and it's tranquil gardens. Founded by the Drayton family in 1676, the estate witnessed the American Revolution, the Civil War, and now features an exhibit on the lives of the enslaved families that lived there.

Founded in 1670, Charleston is built around a lovely natural harbour and distinctive palmetto palm trees line its charming streets. As we explore the Old Town together, highlights include the waterfront, the old slave mart and the exchange building. You're free to make your own discoveries this afternoon. You could head to the historic City Market and spend some time shopping for souvenirs – look out for stalls selling sweetgrass baskets and other handicrafts of African origin. Alternatively, a fascinating optional tour will take you on a cruise to Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the American Civil War were fired. You'll learn more about the history of the conflict and see a network of waterways, marshland and bridges along the way. Charleston's restaurant scene is considered to be one of the best in the country, so why not head out this evening and sample some local specialities.

Today we head to Wilmington in North Carolina, set on the banks of the Cape Fear River. It's one of the USA's oldest seaports.

We're heading north today to the state of Virginia, where our base for two nights is Richmond, capital of the Confederacy during the American Civil War.
Today, Richmond is a buzzing city, located on the banks of the James River. Here, you will find the Virginia State Capitol, a building designed by Thomas Jefferson and if it's fashionable shops and restaurants you crave, be sure to make a beeline for the historic district of Shockoe Slip.

Today you're going to experience the beginnings of modern America, starting in historic Jamestown, where the first British settlement was established in 1607. Next we'll visit Colonial Williamsburg, which has been faithfully restored to its original 18th century state. Set your own pace on a stroll which will transport you back in time. You'll see craftsmen and traders wearing authentic costumes and instead of cars, the only way to travel here is by horse-drawn carriage.​

Your highlight today is a visit to Monticello, the magnificent home of Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence. After your tour, we travel onwards to Washington DC, our base for the next two nights.​

The capital of the United States of America, Washington DC radiates outwards from the Capitol Building. On our morning tour we will see the White House, the US Treasury and many of the city's other famous landmarks. We'll pass the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial and the Washington Memorial, which stretch along the Mall to the Arlington Cemetery and the Pentagon.
Take time to make your own discoveries this afternoon, you could choose to visit one of the many Smithsonian museums located along the National Mall. They are all free to enter and there's something for everyone, from the American Art Museum to the Air and Space Museum and the Natural History Museum.

Our final destination is New York City. En route we will visit Philadelphia, where we will have a tour. Philadelphia was the USA's original capital city and is where the Declaration of Independence was written, signed and introduced to the public in 1776. On our tour we'll see highlights including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the Franklin Institute.

Iconic sights are waiting around every corner in this exciting city, and your local guide will introduce them all on today's included sightseeing tour. Hotspots include the Empire State Building, Wall Street and the theatres on Broadway. You'll also view the One World Trade Center, the sparkling Chrysler Building, Chinatown and bustling Times Square. This afternoon you can make your own discoveries of this fantastic city.

With today at leisure, it's completely up to you what you do. Perhaps step inside St Patrick's Cathedral, or spend the day exploring one of museums New York has on offer.
Central Park, a six-mile emerald-green haven known as New York's backyard, is another iconic sight you may wish to visit. Highlights here include statues of Alice in Wonderland and Hans Christian Anderson, the Central Park Zoo, and Strawberry Fields. This section of the park is dedicated to the memory of John Lennon where you can sit and enjoy the "Imagine" mosaic beneath the shade of American elm trees.

You have a further day to enjoy the sights of New York. A stroll down Fifth Avenue is another must, visiting iconic stores such as Saks, Bloomingdales and Tiffany & Co.
For your final evening in New York, why not head to Broadway to see a show, there are always great deals on late tickets.

​Today we will transfer you to the airport for your flight to the UK.

You'll arrive back in the UK today. Upon arrival, either make your own way home or your Travelsphere Private Chauffeur Service will be waiting for the journey home (if you've pre-booked).