7 days in Charleston & Savannah Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Boone Hall Plantation, then steep yourself in history at Fort Sumter National Monument, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Here are some ideas for day two: go for a charming ride with a horse-drawn carriage tour, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Folly Beach Fishing Pier.

To find other places to visit, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Charleston driving holiday planner.

Albany to Charleston is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Albany in April, expect nights in Charleston to be much warmer, around 57°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 74°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can take a train to Savannah.

Get in touch with nature at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Coligny Beach. Savannah Historic District and Bonaventure Cemetery will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Savannah: Driessen Beach Park (in Hilton Head) and Tybee Island Beach (in Tybee Island). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, walk around Forsyth Park, contemplate the long history of Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace, and get to know the fascinating history of Shannon Scott Tours.

To find other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Savannah trip itinerary website.

Traveling by train from Charleston to Savannah takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 77°F, and evening lows to 57°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can fly back home.