5‑Day Coastal Escape: Hilton Head, Savannah & Tybee Island

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration – Hilton Head Island

Morning: Arrive at Hilton Head Island Airport and check into your hotel. Take a leisurely stroll along Coligny Beach to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean breeze.

Afternoon: Grab lunch at a waterfront café before heading to the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse in Sea Pines. Climb to the top for panoramic views of the island’s marina and beaches.

Evening: Dine at a local seafood restaurant on the Harbour Town promenade, then enjoy a sunset walk along the South Beach Park boardwalk.

Day 2: Nature & Adventure – Hilton Head Island

Morning: Explore the wetlands on a guided kayak tour of Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, spotting dolphins and a variety of bird species.

Afternoon: Return to the mainland for a bike ride along the Harbour Town Bike Trail, stopping at the Coastal Discovery Museum to learn about the Lowcountry’s ecology.

Evening: Experience a Lowcountry dinner at a farm‑to‑table restaurant, followed by a relaxed evening at the Hilton Head Golf Club lounge for a nightcap.

Day 3: Travel to Savannah & Historic District

Morning: Check out and drive the scenic 45‑minute route to Savannah. Check into your downtown boutique hotel.

Afternoon: Begin with a walking tour of the Savannah Historic District, admiring the cobblestone streets, historic squares, and antebellum architecture.

Evening: Savor Southern cuisine on River Street, then take a ghost tour through the atmospheric alleys of the historic district.

Day 4: Savannah Highlights

Morning: Stroll through the lush Forsyth Park, climbing the iconic fountain and visiting the nearby Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Museum of Art.

Afternoon: Tour the famous Bonaventure Cemetery, known for its historic monuments and moss‑draped oaks, then enjoy a riverboat cruise on the Savannah River.

Evening: Dine at a historic tavern in the Chippewa Square area, followed by a leisurely walk along the illuminated River Street promenade.

Day 5: Tybee Island Day Trip & Departure

Morning: Drive the short 30‑minute bridge to Tybee Island. Climb the historic Tybee Island Lighthouse & Museum for sweeping ocean views.

Afternoon: Relax on Jacksonville Beach or take a dolphin‑watching tour departing from the island’s marina. Enjoy a casual seafood lunch at a beachfront shack.

Evening: Return to Savannah for final souvenir shopping, then head to the airport for departure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Coligny Beach – 2 hrs – Free
• Harbour Town Lighthouse – 1 hr – $12
• South Beach Park – 1 hr – Free
• Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge (Kayak tour) – 3 hrs – $80
• Harbour Town Bike Trail – 2 hrs – $15 (bike rental)
• Coastal Discovery Museum – 1.5 hrs – $10
• Savannah Historic District (walking tour) – 3 hrs – $25
• River Street dinner – 2 hrs – $40
• Forsyth Park – 1.5 hrs – Free
• SCAD Museum of Art – 2 hrs – $12
• Bonaventure Cemetery tour – 2 hrs – $20
• Riverboat cruise – 1.5 hrs – $30
• Chippewa Square dinner – 2 hrs – $45
• Tybee Island Lighthouse – 1 hr – $8
• Jacksonville Beach – 2 hrs – Free
• Dolphin‑watching tour – 2 hrs – $55
• Seafood lunch on Tybee – 1 hr – $25
• Transportation (car rental, gas, tolls) – 5 days – $250
• Accommodation (5 nights) – $150/night – $750
• Total Estimated Cost: $1,587

Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a full day on Hilton Head for a golf outing or a dolphin‑watching cruise, and extend your stay in Savannah to explore the nearby Plantation Row mansions. To shorten the trip, you can combine the Savannah and Tybee Island activities into a single day by taking an early morning ferry and focusing on the lighthouse and beach, then head straight to the airport.