8 days in Virginia Beach, Chincoteague Island & Shenandoah National Park Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): admire the majestic nature at Kiptopeke State Park, cast your line with Tidewater Charters, and then kick back and relax at Cape Charles Beach. On your second day here, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Virginia Beach trip planner.

Shenandoah National Park to Virginia Beach is an approximately 4-hour car ride. You can also fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Shenandoah National Park in September, Virginia Beach is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can drive to Chincoteague Island.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Chincoteague Island attractions planner.

Drive from Virginia Beach to Chincoteague Island in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 71°F in October, and nighttime lows around 54°F. On the 2nd (Mon), you're off to Shenandoah National Park.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Spruce Knob and Natural Chimneys Park and Campground. Visiting Falling Springs Waterfall and White Oak Canyon Trail will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Shenandoah National Park side-trips: SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts (in Elkton) and Birdsong Pleasure Garden (in Luray). The adventure continues: stroll through Mary's Rock Summit Trail, admire the verdant scenery at Shenandoah Valley, and take in the dramatic scenery at Rose River Falls.

To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Shenandoah National Park trip maker.

Getting from Chincoteague Island to Shenandoah National Park by car takes about 6 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and flight; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect little chillier evenings in Shenandoah National Park when traveling from Chincoteague Island in October, with lows around 49°F. You'll set off for home on the 7th (Sat).