15 days in Historic Heartland Itinerary

Macon is a city located in the state of Georgia, United States. Explore Macon's surroundings by going to High Falls State Park (in Jackson), Uncle Remus Museum (in Eatonton) and Flovilla (Whimsical Botanical Gardens & Indian Springs State Park). And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, steep yourself in history at Cannonball House, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, and see the interesting displays at The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House.

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Valletta, Malta to Macon is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Valletta to Macon. In August, daytime highs in Macon are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can go by car to Athens.

Athens is a consolidated city–county in the U.S. state of Georgia, in the northeastern part of the state about an hour's drive from the global city of Atlanta, and comprising the former city of Athens proper and Clarke County. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Madison (Rogers House and Rose Cottage & Heritage Hall). There's still lots to do: meet the residents at Bear Hollow Zoo, admire the natural beauty at State Botanical Garden of Georgia, stroll around Sandy Creek Park, and sample some tasty brews at Terrapin Beer Company.

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Traveling by car from Macon to Athens takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Conyers.

Conyers is the only city in Rockdale County, Georgia, United States. Go for a jaunt from Conyers to Mansfield to see Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center about 40 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of the Holy Spirit, contemplate the waterfront views at Turner lake, explore the landscape on two wheels at Eastside Trail, and see the interesting displays at Pop-Up TV and Film Museum.

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Getting from Athens to Conyers by car takes about 1.5 hours. August in Conyers sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) so you can travel back home.