22 days in Georgia Itinerary

A taste of Bavaria right in the heart of Georgia's "Historic High Country," Helen houses just 400 residents but hosts over 200 shops that sell everything from handmade sweaters to Christmas ornaments.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helen: Stonewall Creek Vineyards (in Tiger), Apple Mountain Alpacas (in Clarkesville) and Tallulah Gorge State Park (in Tallulah Falls). There's much more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Anna Ruby Falls, contemplate the long history of Hardman Farm, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Brasstown Bald, and get a dose of the wild on North Georgia Canopy Tours.

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Phoenix to Helen is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Phoenix to Helen. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Phoenix in June: highs in Helen hover around 84°F, while lows dip to 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Blue Ridge.

A small resort town located in Georgia's "Historic High Country," Blue Ridge sits right on the national scenic trail that follows the Appalachian mountain range for over 3,300 km (2,100 mi).

Change things up with these side-trips from Blue Ridge: Burnt Mountain Preserve Trail (in Jasper), Meeks Park (in Blairsville) and Sea Creek Falls (in Suches). There's still lots to do: kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, stop by Pezrok, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and hike along West Ridge Spring Trail.

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Getting from Helen to Blue Ridge by car takes about 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Blue Ridge can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Atlanta.

Georgia’s largest city and capital, Atlanta is a thriving metropolis anchored by its southern roots.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Atlanta: Booth Western Art Museum (in Cartersville), Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center (in Locust Grove) and Stone Mountain Park (in Stone Mountain). On the 19th (Mon), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. And it doesn't end there: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Georgia Aquarium, find something for the whole family at Fun Spot America Atlanta, examine the collection at World of Coca-Cola, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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You can drive from Blue Ridge to Atlanta in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and bus. Traveling from Blue Ridge in June, Atlanta is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 70°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Tybee Island.

Tybee Island is a city and barrier island located in Chatham County, Georgia, 18 miles (29 km) east of Savannah, United States. On the 21st (Wed), enjoy the sand and surf at Savannah River Beach, then visit a coastal fixture at Tybee Island Light Station And Museum, and then kick back and relax at Tybee Island Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu): contemplate the long history of Fort Pulaski National Monument, then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, then look for gifts at Inferno, and finally stroll through Back River Beach.

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You can fly from Atlanta to Tybee Island in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and taxi; or drive. In June, daily temperatures in Tybee Island can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

Venture out of the city with trips to Saint Simons Island (Fishing Charters & Tours & Christ Church) and Sugar Marsh Cottage (in Darien). There's much more to do: get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, walk around Forsyth Park, and examine the collection at SCADstory.

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Savannah is very close to Tybee Island. In June, daytime highs in Savannah are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Jekyll Island.

A vacation on Jekyll Island allows visitors to discover the lifestyle of American aristocrats from the 19th century.

Jekyll Island is known for wildlife, beaches, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, contemplate the long history of Horton House, take a stroll through Jekyll Island Historic District, and pause for some serene contemplation at Faith Chapel.

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Traveling by car from Savannah to Jekyll Island takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In June, daytime highs in Jekyll Island are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 74°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to fly to Columbus.

Columbus is a city in the U.S. state of Georgia and the county seat of Muscogee County, with which it is consolidated. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Biblical History Center, take in nature's colorful creations at Hills & Dales Estate, and then see the interesting displays at The Lunch Box Museum. On the 1st (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn about all things military at National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center, then grab your bike and head to Columbus Fall Line Trace, and then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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You can fly from Jekyll Island to Columbus in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. June in Columbus sees daily highs of 90°F and lows of 71°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.