South Carolina & Georgia Coastal Adventure – Nov 11 – Nov 14, 2025

Day 1: Evening Departure & Arrival in Myrtle Beach

Morning: Depart from 621 Silver Comet Dr, Knightdale, NC after work and begin the scenic drive toward the coast. Expect light traffic on I‑40 and I‑95 as you head south.

Afternoon: Continue the journey with a quick stop for lunch in Fayetteville, NC, then press on toward the ocean. The drive offers views of the Cape Fear River before you reach the Atlantic shoreline.

Evening: Arrive at the Hilton Garden Inn Myrtle Beach, check in, and unwind with a short walk on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk while the sunset paints the horizon.

Day 2: Myrtle Beach to Charleston

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed stroll along the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and dip your toes in the surf, then grab breakfast at a beachfront café.

Afternoon: Depart for Charleston (≈ 2‑hour drive). Upon arrival, check into the Marriott Charleston Harbor Resort and freshen up before heading out.

Evening: Explore Historic Downtown Charleston, wandering through cobblestone streets, the Charleston City Market, and the iconic Battery promenade as the city lights sparkle.

Day 3: Charleston & Day Trip to Savannah

Morning: Take a guided tour of Fort Sumter and learn about its pivotal role in Civil War history, followed by a leisurely walk through Charleston’s historic homes.

Afternoon: Drive north to Savannah (≈ 2‑hour drive). Visit the lively River Street waterfront, explore the fragrant Forsyth Park, and snap photos of the famed oak‑lined squares.

Evening: Return to Charleston for dinner at a Lowcountry restaurant, then enjoy a twilight stroll along King Street for boutique shopping and live music.

Day 4: Charleston and Return Home

Morning: Tour the historic Boone Hall Plantation, admiring its grand antebellum mansion and beautiful gardens before checking out of the hotel.

Afternoon: Begin the drive back to Knightdale, stopping for a quick bite in Florence, SC, and refuel for the final leg.

Evening: Arrive home by night, unpack, and reflect on the coastal sights and flavors experienced over the past three days.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Myrtle Beach Boardwalk – 2 hrs – Free
• Brookgreen Gardens (optional) – 2 hrs – $25
• Historic Downtown Charleston – 3 hrs – Free (guided tour $15)
• The Battery – 1 hr – Free
• Fort Sumter – 2 hrs – $30
• Charleston City Market – 1 hr – Free
• River Street (Savannah) – 2 hrs – Free
• Forsyth Park – 1 hr – Free
• Boone Hall Plantation – 2 hrs – $30
• Hilton Garden Inn Myrtle Beach (1 night) – – $150
• Marriott Charleston Harbor Resort (2 nights) – – $360
• Gas & Parking – – $200
• Meals (average $40/day) – – $160
• Total Estimated Cost – – $1,070

Tips

To extend the trip, add an extra night in Savannah to explore its historic squares and nearby Tybee Island beach. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the optional Brookgreen Gardens visit and replace the Boone Hall Plantation tour with a quick walk around Charleston’s waterfront park, saving both time and money.