Kick off the Holiday Season with a 3 day/2 night trip to Savannah, known for its southern hospitality and abundant Christmas spirit. En route to Georgia's "First City" we are introduced to Low Country southern hospitality with a lunch stop at Historic Clark's Inn & Restaurant. Upon returning from WWII, "Bubba" Clark opened this restaurant and the Clark family still enjoys serving roadside travelers to this day. Following our group lunch, there will be time for a stroll through the famous "Whimsey Gift Shop" offering curated items by local artisans.

The southern hospitality continues when we arrive in Savannah with a Manger's Reception at our hotel, The River Street Inn. The Inn combines historic charm and an unbeatable location on the world famous River Street. Enjoy riverfront views and walk out the hotel door to cobblestone streets lined with restored 18th and 19th-century warehouses repurposed into restaurants and retail. A trip highlight is the Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District. This European-style market celebrates each year with over 50 vendor booths and a Festival of Trees. Open 11am-9pm daily, the Market is a short walk from the hotel. You might even consider this your destination for lunch or dinner since the options are plentiful in this bustling entertainment district. The City Market and Park-like Historic Squares are also part of the Savannah experience on Day Two. We enjoy these and the magical atmosphere of festive decor with a narrated Trolley Tour followed by "hop on and off" privileges throughout the day. Located in the City Market, a visit to Savannah wouldn't be complete without a tour of America's Only Prohibition Museum. You will travel back in time to a world when flappers ruled the dance floor and gangsters ran the city. Your visit ends with a holiday-themed cocktail from the hidden speakeasy!

There is an option to purchase tickets that evening to "A Christmas Tradition"' in the Historic Savannah Theater. The theater is transformed into a winter wonderland for this beloved holiday tradition. The show features high-energy singing, dancing and comedy. If you miss enjoying a Christmas Variety show in Myrtle Beach this year, this could be the show for you!

Finally, there is one more stop on Day Three at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum for "A Very Maritime Holiday Tour".

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This trip is best suited for guests that feel comfortable with enjoying walks to the Christmas Market and combining walks with trolley "hop on/off" privileges during the day.

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Day One - December 2:

9am - Departure from Lowes Food parking lot on Midway Road. There will be a rest stop break mid morning. Estimated lunch stop at Clark's Restaurant is at 12:30pm.

Approx. 4pm - Arrival at hotel in Savannah. There will be a Managers Reception in the hotel at 5:30pm. The remainder of the evening is free for dinner options and a visit to the Christmas Market

Day Two - December 3:

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by a 10am narrated Old Town Trolley Tour. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace using the Trolley "Hop on/Off" Privilege. Be sure to stop by City Market and American's Only Prohibition Museum for a tour and holiday inspired cocktail. Enjoy the dinner options in the evening or the optional "A Christmas Tradition" at the Historic Savannah Theater at 8pm.

Day Three - December 4:

10am - A Very Maritime Tour at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

11:30am - Depart Savannah and stop in Walterboro, one hour north of Savannah for lunch.

Approx. 7pm - Return time to St. James