Package details include: Experience Southern charm and hospitality on a women-only getaway to Savannah and Charleston. These two magnificent cities are icons of the Old South, and they still retain their historic elegance, grace and charm. But you needn’t “rely on the kindness of strangers” to discover each city’s treasures. Starting with Savannah’s private gardens, your local guide leads you through private tours in both cities including a Red Trolley tour of old Savannah, a walking tour of the pre-Civil War village of Beaufort, and an antiques tour in Charleston. Go behind the ropes at Middleton Place, a National Historic Landmark that survived both the Revolutionary and Civil wars, where you’ll view artifacts of plantation life that the public rarely sees. Foodies will love the culinary walking tour of Charleston that ends with a cooking lesson in low-country classics such as gumbo and pralines. And in Savannah, enjoy lunch at the famous Lady and Sons Restaurant owned by Paula Deen. A wonderful buffet will include some of Paula Deen’s favorite classic southern dishes prepared in the way that has made her famous. The reminders of an older era are echoed by your accommodations. Located in Savannah's historic district, the AAA rated Three-Diamond Mulberry Inn dates back to the 1860s when it served as a cotton warehouse. In the early 1900s, the site became the second Coca-Cola Bottling Company in the U.S. and is now a splendid award-winning hotel. Charleston's AAA rated Three-Diamond Mills House Hotel is a Conde' Nast Traveler Gold List Hotel, and has retained its Victorian charm through careful restoration. The hotel's elegance comes alive with the antique crystal chandeliers, high parlors, and wonderful southern hospitality. Price includes: • 6 nights hotel accommodations; 3 nights in Savannah at Mulberry Inn and 3 in Charleston at Mills House Hotel • Daily breakfast, 2 lunches and 2 dinners; includes lunch at Lady and Sons Restaurant owned by Paula Deen • Walking tours: Secrets of the Gardens walking tour in Savannah, Beaufort walking tour, and Taste of Charleston walking tour plus cooking demonstration • Tour the historic sites of Savannah on the famous Red Trolley • Introductory antiques tour in Charleston • Visits to: Isle of Hope and the Low Country, and Middleton Place Plantation

Day 1 - Arrive in Savannah
Arrive in Savannah and make your own way to the Mulberry Inn in downtown Savannah. Meet your AAA Sojourns escort and fellow guests for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Mulberry Inn - 3 nights

Day 2 - Savannah Gardens / Lunch at Lady and Sons Restaurant
After breakfast, take a walking tour of some of the most beautiful gardens in Savannah. Enjoy an intimate look behind the garden gates of one of America’s most walkable cities. Then, enjoy lunch at the famous Lady and Sons Restaurant owned by Paula Deen. Your wonderful buffet will include some of Paula Deen’s favorite classic southern dishes prepared in the way that has made her famous.

The remainder of the day is free for shopping and browsing in the City Market and other popular sights. Dinner is on your own.

Day 3 - Savannah / Isle of Hope and Low Country
Climb aboard the famous Red Trolley for a journey through old Savannah. Wind your way through the historic squares, along the waterfront and other famous sites including River Street, Colonial Cemetery, Forsyth Park, a historic house museum and more. This afternoon, enjoy lunch at the Driftaway Café, a favorite of the local residents of Isle of Hope, Sandfly and surrounding islands.

Following lunch, see how the city grew into the Victorian District with its gingerbread architecture. Travel along Victory Drive lined with azaleas and palm trees planted in memory of WWII soldiers from the area. Discover the “romantic flavor of restful elegance” on the Isle of Hope. Here are the summer residences for the locals. Return to your hotel later in the afternoon. Dinner is on your own.

Day 4 - Beaufort / Charleston
Departing Savannah, you will head for scenic Beaufort. This village has stately homes built prior to the Civil War which served as summer residences of wealthy plantation owners. Included is a tour to the John Mark Verdier house built around 1790 by a prominent merchant and beautifully furnished with antique pieces. Have lunch on your own and shop and browse a bit on Bay Street before continuing on to Charleston.

On arrival in Charleston, you will have an introductory tour of its beautiful old historic district. View the lovely homes along the battery, 18th century Rainbow Row, magnificent public buildings and churches, and other points of interest. This evening enjoy dinner at a local favorite restaurant.
Accommodation: Mills House Hotel - 3 nights

Day 5 - Cooking Demonstration / Antiques
Learn about the history, culture and evolution of Low country cuisine as you stroll past lovely homes and gardens in Charleston’s old historic district. Stop at the Heyward-Washington House to see its collection of Charleston-made furniture and learn about cuisine in the 18th century. Following the walk, an expert chef will demonstrate preparing some of Charleston’s wonderful recipes using special southern ingredients. Enjoy lunch following the demonstration.

This afternoon, learn about the antiques of Charleston. In the 1770s there were over 75 cabinet makers working in Charleston plus silversmiths, goldsmiths, iron workers and artists. Today some of the finest antiques in the country can be found here. After the introduction, your guide will take you on a tour of some of the unique shops and boutiques of Charleston.

Day 6 - Middleton Place Plantation Tour
After breakfast, journey to Middleton Place, a Registered National Historic Landmark and plantation home of the Middleton family since 1741. Stroll through the beautiful formal gardens and visit the stable yards where you’ll be treated to a bird’s-eye view of life on an 18th century working plantation. You’ll also enjoy a special behind-the-ropes tour of the remaining wing of the house. Free time for lunch on your own and shopping and browsing on King Street. Tonight join the group for our Farewell Dinner at a popular local restaurant

Day 7 - Depart Charleston
Following breakfast, you will say goodbye to Charleston and head for the airport (on your own) for your flight home. Or extend your stay in this beautiful city.