8 days in Covington & New Orleans Itinerary

Covington is a city and the county seat of Newton County, Georgia, located 35 miles east of Atlanta. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Washington Historical Museum and Robert Toombs House State Historic Site. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Burnt Pine Plantation and Ghost & Vampire Tours. Venture out of the city with trips to High Falls State Park (in Jackson), Milledgeville (Georgia's Old Capital Museum, Cedar Lane Cemetery, &more) and Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center (in Locust Grove). Next up on the itinerary: stop by Town Square Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar, see the interesting displays at Pop-Up TV and Film Museum, play a few rounds at The Oaks Course, and look for all kinds of wild species at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center.

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Tulsa to Covington is an approximately 5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In April in Covington, expect temperatures between 74°F during the day and 51°F at night. On the 17th (Mon), you're off to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): stop by Boutique du Vampyre and then look for gifts at Hex: Old World Witchery.

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You can drive from Covington to New Orleans in 7.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Covington in April, New Orleans is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.