22 days in Georgia Itinerary

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park and Silver Comet Trail. Get outdoors at Stone Mountain Park and Chastain Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Champ's Clock Shop (in Douglasville) and Bluff View Art District (in Chattanooga). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at World of Coca-Cola, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, admire the masterpieces at Interact Art Museum, and stroll through Centennial Olympic Park.

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Phoenix to Atlanta is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Phoenix to Atlanta. When traveling from Phoenix in June, plan for much colder days in Atlanta, with highs around 87°F, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive 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. On the next day, learn about all things military at National Civil War Naval Museum, then take in nature's colorful creations at Columbus Museum, and then wander the streets of Toomer's Corner.

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Traveling by car from Atlanta to Columbus takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 90°F in June, and nighttime lows around 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can fly to Jekyll Island.

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Faith Chapel and Horton House. Jekyll Island Historic District and Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, kick back and relax at Driftwood Beach, stroll through Jekyll Island Trail System, and surround yourself with nature on Golden Isles Carriage and Trail at Three Oaks Farm.

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Getting from Columbus to Jekyll Island by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In June, daily temperatures in Jekyll Island can reach 88°F, while at night they dip to 74°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can go by car to Saint Simons Island.

St. On the 20th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the history behind Fort Frederica National Monument, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Christ Church, then take in nature's colorful creations at Wesley Memorial & Gardens, and finally cast your line with a fishing tour.

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Traveling by car from Jekyll Island to Saint Simons Island takes an hour. June in Saint Simons Island sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 74°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can drive to Savannah.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Webb Military Museum and Old Fort Jackson. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Savannah Historic District and Pat Conroy Literary Center. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Savannah: Beaufort (Beaufort History Museum & The Point) and Hilton Head (Dolphin & Whale Watching & Coligny Beach). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, make a trip to Historic River Street, steep yourself in history at Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, and examine the collection at SCADstory.

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Traveling by car from Saint Simons Island to Savannah takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In June, daytime highs in Savannah are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) to allow time to drive 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. Get some historical perspective at Tybee Island Light Station And Museum and Cockspur lighthouse. Escape the urban bustle at Tybee Island Beach and Back River Beach. The adventure continues: get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, look for gifts at Inferno, tour the pleasant surroundings at Savannah River Beach, and get to know the fascinating history of Fort Pulaski National Monument.

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Tybee Island is just a short distance from Savannah. In June, daily temperatures in Tybee Island can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can fly to Helen.

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.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): get outside with Outdoor Activities, then take in the dramatic scenery at Anna Ruby Falls, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Brasstown Bald. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Sat): stop by Nora Mill Granary, see the interesting displays at Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site, and then don't miss a visit to 1875 Diving Bell.

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Getting from Tybee Island to Helen by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Tybee Island in June, Helen is a bit cooler at night with lows of 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can fly back home.