17 days in South Carolina Itinerary

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Drive to Düsseldorf Airport, Fly to Charleston
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Charleston
— 4 nights
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Beaufort
— 1 night
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Hilton Head
— 3 nights
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Murrells Inlet
— 1 night
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Myrtle Beach
— 3 nights
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Columbia
— 2 nights
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Greenville
— 2 nights
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Drive to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Fly to Düsseldorf Airport, Drive to Muenster

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Charleston — 4 nights

Many visitors describe their Charleston holiday as a warm embrace by an old, dear friend--who lived about 200 years ago.
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Edmondston-Alston House and The Charleston Museum. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Fort Sumter National Monument, go on a hair-raising tour with Bulldog Tours, take a tour by water with Harborview Charters, and stroll through Middleton Place.

To see where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Charleston travel site.

Muenster, Germany to Charleston is an approximately 17-hour combination of car and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Muenster to Charleston. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Muenster in September, with highs in Charleston at 34°C and lows at 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Beaufort.
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Beaufort — 1 night

Beaufort is a city in and the county seat of Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. Plan my day in Beaufort using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Klarna Trips.

Traveling by car from Charleston to Beaufort takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in September, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Hilton Head.
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Hilton Head — 3 nights

A Hilton Head vacation may be heaven for a golfer, but the area also offers all kinds of other options for sports fans.
Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Sun): identify plant and animal life at Sea Pines Forest Preserve, then hike along Hilton Head Island Bike Trails, and then stroll through Coligny Beach.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Hilton Head travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Beaufort to Hilton Head takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Hilton Head are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can drive to Murrells Inlet.
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Murrells Inlet — 1 night

Murrells Inlet is an unincorporated area and census-designated place straddling the line between Horry and Georgetown Counties in South Carolina, United States. Start off your visit on the 12th (Tue): get a taste of the local shopping with Lee's Farmer's Market, get to know the resident critters at Brookgreen Gardens, and then take in the waterfront at MarshWalk.

To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Murrells Inlet road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Hilton Head to Murrells Inlet takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi, train, and car. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in September, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Myrtle Beach.
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Myrtle Beach — 3 nights

Myrtle Beach is a coastal city on the east coast of the United States in Horry County, South Carolina. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Waccamaw River Tours and Mt. Atlanticus. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Hollywood Wax Museum, take a stroll through Broadway at the Beach, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, and look for all kinds of wild species at Alligator Adventure.

To find maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Myrtle Beach itinerary maker site.

Myrtle Beach is just a stone's throw from Murrells Inlet. In September, daily temperatures in Myrtle Beach can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. On the 16th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Columbia.
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Columbia — 2 nights

Capital of Southern Hospitality

A compact capital with stately southern history, Columbia serves as a symbol of the south.
On your second day here, meet the residents at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.

For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Columbia vacation planning app.

You can drive from Myrtle Beach to Columbia in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Greenville.
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Greenville — 2 nights

Textile Center of the World

The largest city in "upstate" South Carolina, Greenville has grown around the natural wonders of waterfalls located in the downtown area.
To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Greenville trip planner.

You can drive from Columbia to Greenville in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can travel back home.
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South Carolina travel guide

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The Palmetto State
Composed of five distinct geographic regions with boundaries roughly parallel to the Atlantic coastline, South Carolina embraces rich history, scenic beauty, and outstanding cuisine. Originally established as a slave society dependent on the cultivation of rice and indigo, the state now boasts a diverse economy that includes massive production of textile goods, chemical products, machinery, and automobiles. Widely regarded as the beginning of the Deep South, the state remains a deeply conservative part of the country, fervently clinging to its religious and cultural traditions. South Carolinians are kind and open hosts to those who vacation here, eager to share the wealth of their cultural heritage with curious visitors. With many remarkable places to visit like Charleston and Hilton Head, your itinerary here is sure to be diverse and full of scenic attractions.
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