14 days in North Carolina Itinerary

Created using Klarna Trips North Carolina trip planner
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Asheville
— 3 nights
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Bryson City
— 1 night
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Charlotte
— 2 nights
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Nags Head
— 2 nights
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Wilmington
— 2 nights
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Raleigh
— 3 nights
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Asheville — 3 nights

Land of the Sky

Bring the kids along to Food Tours and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Goat Farm. Venture out of the city with trips to Miller's Land of Waterfall Tours (in Rosman), Zipline (in Lake Lure) and Brevard (Mud Dabbers Pottery of Brevard & Crystal Mountain Gem Mine). There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at The North Carolina Arboretum, identify plant and animal life at Western North Carolina Nature Center, tour the pleasant surroundings at Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, and view the masterpieces at Lexington Glassworks.

For more things to do, ratings, maps, and tourist information, use the Asheville visit site.

Berlin, Germany to Asheville is an approximately 14-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Berlin to Asheville. In April, daily temperatures in Asheville can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Bryson City.
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Bryson City — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): get engrossed in the history at The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians at Bryson City, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then see the interesting displays at Museum of the Cherokee Indian.

To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Bryson City holiday builder.

Getting from Asheville to Bryson City by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to fly to Charlotte.
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Charlotte — 2 nights

The Queen City

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then join the crowd at Zmax Dragway, and then see the interesting displays at NASCAR Hall of Fame. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Latta Plantation Nature Center & Preserve, engage your brain at Discovery Place Science, and then find something for the whole family at Carowinds.

To see photos, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Charlotte online travel route planner.

You can fly from Bryson City to Charlotte in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Charlotte when traveling from Bryson City in April, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Nags Head.
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Nags Head — 2 nights

On the 9th (Sun), observe the fascinating underwater world at North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, take in the waterfront at Jennette's Pier, and then walk around Jockey's Ridge State Park. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Wright Brothers National Memorial, then take an exotic tour of Back Country Safari Tours, and then take a leisurely stroll along Duck Town Boardwalk.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Nags Head travel planner.

You can fly from Charlotte to Nags Head in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. When traveling from Charlotte in April, plan for slightly colder days in Nags Head, with highs around 22°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to drive to Wilmington.
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Wilmington — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): stop by Historic District, then brush up on your military savvy at Battleship North Carolina, and then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Here are some ideas for day two: stop by The Veggie Wagon, then observe the fascinating underwater world at North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, then contemplate the long history of Airlie Gardens, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Wrightsville Beach Municipal Complex.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Wilmington trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Nags Head to Wilmington in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and bus. When traveling from Nags Head in April, plan for a bit warmer days in Wilmington, with highs around 27°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can drive to Raleigh.
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Raleigh — 3 nights

City of Oaks

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): explore the engaging exhibits at Marbles Kids Museum, learn more about the world around you at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, then identify plant and animal life at Fletcher Park, and finally walk around Pullen Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Memorial Bell Tower, examine the collection at Museum of Life + Science, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Sarah P. Duke Gardens.

To see where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Raleigh road trip planning app.

Getting from Wilmington to Raleigh by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In April in Raleigh, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can catch the flight back home.
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North Carolina travel guide

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The Tar Heel State
A top destination for a holiday in nature, North Carolina provides a seemingly endless variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain climbing, and skiing. While the state's rural regions offer a taste of traditional Appalachian music and culture, its increasingly diverse big cities feature modern skyscrapers, renowned museums, and historical neighborhoods perfect for sightseeing tours. The coastal region, famous for its year-round temperate climate, attracts millions of annual visitors, making North Carolina the sixth most-visited state in the country. Though it's hard to find a quiet time of year in coastal North Carolina, the state's inland areas retain many secluded corners where you can experience the laid-back Old South atmosphere.
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