10-Day Adventure Itinerary: Exploring Tucson, Austin, New Orleans, Atlanta, Greenbrier resort, and Peru Vermont

  • Day 1: Tucson
    20 minutes (13 miles) from Tucson International Airport

    Go hiking in the Saguaro National Park, home to thousands of giant saguaro cacti. Visit the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, where you can learn about desert life and see live animal exhibits.

  • Day 2: Austin
    15 minutes (7.5 miles) from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    Start your day with a stroll through the Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, then head over to the Barton Springs Pool, a three-acre natural swimming pool.

  • Day 3: New Orleans
    30 minutes (16 miles) from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

    Visit the historic French Quarter and enjoy a beignet at Cafe du Monde. Take a swamp tour for a look at the natural beauty outside of the city.

  • Day 4: Atlanta
    15 minutes (10 miles) from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    Explore Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, where you can learn about the life and legacy of the civil rights icon. Visit the Georgia Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world.

  • Day 5: Greenbrier Resort
    3 hours (180 miles) from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    Take a break from the city and enjoy the luxury of the Greenbrier Resort. Play a round of golf or relax with a spa treatment.

  • Day 6: Peru Vermont
    4 hours (220 miles) from The Greenbrier

    Go skiing or snowboarding at Bromley Mountain, which boasts a variety of trails for both beginners and experienced skiers.

  • Day 7: Peru Vermont
    10 minutes (6 miles) from Bromley Mountain

    Explore the historic Hildene Estate, once home to Abraham Lincoln's son. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the countryside.

  • Day 8: Atlanta
    3 hours (175 miles) from Peru Vermont

    Visit the World of Coca-Cola and learn about the history of the iconic beverage. Walk through the Atlanta BeltLine, a former railway corridor turned public park.

  • Day 9: New Orleans
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    7 hours (480 miles) from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    Take a swamp tour or visit the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Enjoy a night out on Bourbon Street.

  • Day 10: Tucson
    20 minutes (13 miles) from Tucson International Airport

    Take a hot air balloon ride over the desert, then visit the Pima Air and Space Museum to learn about the history of flight. Enjoy dinner at El Charro Cafe, a Tucson institution.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Saguaro National Park (2-4 hours, $25 entrance fee)
  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (2-4 hours, $21.95 admission fee)
  • Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail (1-2 hours, free)
  • Barton Springs Pool (2-4 hours, $8 admission fee)
  • French Quarter (2-4 hours, free)
  • Cafe du Monde (30 minutes-1 hour, $3.30 for an order of beignets)
  • Swamp Tour (2-3 hours, $20-60)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Georgia Aquarium (2-4 hours, $32.95 admission fee)
  • Greenbrier Resort (1-2 days, $300-700 per night)
  • Bromley Mountain (1-2 days, $89 lift ticket)
  • Hildene Estate (1-2 hours, $23 admission fee)
  • World of Coca-Cola (2-4 hours, $17 admission fee)
  • Atlanta BeltLine (1-2 hours, free)
  • Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (2-4 hours, free)
  • Bourbon Street (1-2 hours, free)
  • Hot air balloon ride (1-2 hours, $150-300)
  • Pima Air and Space Museum (2-4 hours, $16.50 admission fee)
  • El Charro Cafe (1-2 hours, $15-30 per entree)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $986.20 - $2140.20

Transportation

Consider renting a car to easily get around each city and take advantage of the destinations outside the cities. The cost of renting a car varies by location and type of vehicle. Ride-sharing options such as Uber and Lyft are also available in each city, but can quickly add up in costs. Estimate a total of $500-$1000 for transportation costs and allow for extra travel time during peak hours.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a stop in Santa Fe, New Mexico for art galleries and beautiful Southwest scenery. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip the Greenbrier Resort and go directly to Peru Vermont. Be sure to pack for both warm and cold weather as temperatures can vary greatly between locations.

Airports

The Tucson International Airport (TUS) is located 20 minutes from downtown Tucson. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is located 15 minutes from downtown Austin. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is located 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is located 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta. The nearest airport to the Greenbrier Resort is the Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB), which is a 25-minute drive from the resort. The nearest international airport to Peru Vermont is the Albany International Airport (ALB), which is a 1.5-hour drive from the town.

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