Charleston, Savannah, St. Augustine, Orlando, Palm Beach, The Keys, Miami Beach and more

The team at The American Road Trip Company adore this city, in fact we think it’s one of the best places to visit in America. Plenty of people agree, Charleston has been voted the best ‘small US city’ for eight years running. British Airways have direct flights operating from London Heathrow making this a really easy destination to start your Atlantic coast road trip adventure from.

Steeped in Colonial and Civil War history, Charleston is a perfectly preserved and friendly southern belle of a city. Visitors fall in love with its grace, charm and historic value which is usually enjoyed in the warmth of the South Carolina climate. Cobblestone streets, colourful houses and historical buildings combine to make a quite unique city.

Spend a full day discovering the history and architecture of Charleston. The city is in a mini renaissance at the moment, attracting new restaurants and culture into the mix. As always, your personalised Road Trip Pack will detail all the visitor options that are available, such as Magnolia Plantation, Charleston City Market and so much more. After spending three nights & two memorable days in this beautiful city, Charleston will stay with you forever.

Cruise down to Savannah in the morning, exploring beautiful beaches like Hilton Head and Tybee Island as you make the short drive south. Be sure to work up an appetite en route, Savannah is home to amazing BBQ restaurants and the famous Leopold's Ice Cream Parlor. Savannah is such a charming and friendly city, be sure to check out the riverfront area for bars, restaurants and riverboat cruises. Your personalised road trip pack will have plenty of suggestions.

Over 2 square miles of lovingly restored colonial houses and commercial property expertly arranged around 21 of Savannah’s 1-acre squares. Savannah is a great city to walk around, discovering special places as you stroll around. Look out for Forrest Gump whilst you walk, he likes chatting to people on the park benches here. Which will be your favourite southern belle city? Charleston or Savannah? Let us know when you get home, it’s a very close vote at the moment!

Highway 17 in the very south of Georgia is one of the states most scenic roads, follow it south to the Sunshine State of Florida. Take the time to experience some of the pristine beaches found along this route, these include Driftwood Beach, Amelia Island and St. Augustine, the oldest city in America. Continue onto Orlando or if you prefer we can arrange a stay instead at one of these Atlantic coast beach towns instead.

Wow Orlando - The theme park capital of the world! The parks are continually evolving and Orlando is a mecca for theme park enthusiasts. Make sure you check out the "big two" of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, a whole world of fun.

Another day to explore the theme parks, water parks, golf courses or swimming pools of sunny Orlando. If you plan to enjoy the parks, be sure to ask us about how to maximise your experience by avoiding the lines. The parks are HUGE, Disney World is twice the size of Manhattan!

Spend the morning cruising south to swanky Palm Beach. Space travel enthuisasts may want to detour to the Kennedy Space Center, the launch pad for many historic space missions. Over 60 years of space exploration history can be found in Cape Canaveral, including 8 rockets, an IMAX 3-D theatre and even a G-Force simulator. If space travel isn't your thing, then simply follow the direct route which will get you poolside in Palm Beach in around 2.5 hours.

The drive from Palm Beach to Key West, at the southwest tip of the Florida Keys, takes you along a string of small islands linked by a road set on stilts called The Overseas Highway. Once a refuge for presidents and writers, the Florida Keys now service tourists and free roaming chickens. Once at Key West, spend the evening at Sloppy Joe’s on Duval Street and soak up the laid back atmosphere, your at the southern most point of America and as close to the Caribbean as you can get.

Diving enthusiasts should consider the options to get wet whilst in The Keys, America’s best diving is found here. Whilst literary fans may want to visit the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Alternatively, you can just find a beach or relax by the hotel pool.

Cruise back up the 100 mile “Overseas Highway” all the way back to mainland Florida, you’ll then circle around Biscayne Bay on your way to Miami Beach. As an optional 90 mile detour, you can opt to explore Everglades National Park en route. Once you arrive in Miami Beach you’ll find miles of sandy beaches backed with glitzy Art Deco hotels and attractive Miami Beach residents going to and from model castings. Walk along the boardwalk and enjoy a meal while you people watch. Forget Miami Vice, this area is classy and the hotels are amongst Americas best.

Spend the day on South Beach or alternatively you can opt to explore one of the many characterful neighbourhoods found in Miami. Little Havana is particularly distinctive and is home to the largest Cuban community outside of Cuba itself. We also recommend checking out The Wynwood Walls art district with it's colourful murals. Another option is to visit to the 1920s built Venetian Pool in Coral Gables to enjoy a refreshing dip in this beautifully landscaped water feature.

Spend the last day of your road trip relaxing by the pool or chilling on the beach. Make sure you’ve tasted some of the great nightlife this city offers before you leave town, few places can party like Miami. So, save your energy for a big night out on the town before you leave for home the following day.