USA Fly-Drive

Get behind the wheel and experience iconic sights and attractions on an exciting 13-night road trip through the towns and cities of America’s Southeastern states! This fly-drive adventure starts as you land in Atlanta, pick up your hire car, and spend two nights exploring the city’s famous sights. Hit the open road with one to three-night stays in Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Indiana, Memphis, Florence/Muscle Shoals (with a stop en-route in Elvis Presley’s birthplace Tupelo), and Huntsville. The finale sees you drive back into Atlanta for another night to end your trip in style!
  
Itinerary

Atlanta, Georgia – Two Nights

Atlanta is South-eastern USA’s vibrant, cultural hub. Get an insight into the first steps towards civil equality at Martin Luther King, Jr National Historical Park. Be president for a day at Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library. Check out the sharks at Georgia Aquarium. Explore the ‘Real Thing’ at World of Coca-Cola. Feast on local Lemon Pepper Wings, Crab Fritters, and Double Stack Burgers.

Birmingham, Alabama – Three Nights

Drive to the ‘Magic City’ of Birmingham. Learn about the city’s part in the Civil Rights Movement at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Delve into Birmingham’s pig iron industry at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark. Admire Vulcan Park’s Vulcan statue. Go shopping at The Outlet Shops of Grand River and The Summit. Tuck into delicious fare like Fried Green Tomatoes, Gumbo, and Pecan Pie at eateries and cafes and tasty craft brews at local taprooms.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama – One Night

Step back behind the wheel for an overnighter by the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa; home of University of Alabama. Immerse yourself in the arts at Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Centre. Visit cultural gems like Jemison-Van de Graff Mansion and Paul W Bryant Museum. Head to scenic Lake Tuscaloosa for boating and fishing. Taste local life at bustling Tuscaloosa River Market and savour barbecues with the unique White BBQ Sauce in Tuscaloosa’s eateries.

Indiana – One Night

Indiana is your next overnight stopping point. Take in the waves at Porter’s Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy family fun at Santa Claus’ Holiday World & Splashing Safari, Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, and Bloomington’s WonderLab Museum of Science. Visit Indianapolis’ Indiana Motor Speedway Museum and Indiana State Museum. Tour Madison’s Lanier Mansion and Elkhart’s RV/MMV Hall of Fame. Refuel with a must-eat Pork Tenderloin Sandwich followed by Sugar Cream Pie.

Memphis, Tennessee – Two Nights

Your road-trip continues with a duo of nights in Memphis on the Mississippi River. Delve into jazz, rock and roll, and blues music at Beale Street, Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, BB King's Blues Club, Sun Studios, and Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Visit the National Civil Rights Museum, Cotton Row, and Victorian Village. See the Peabody Ducks at the Peabody Hotel. Taste Meat and Threes and Fried Catfish, with Bread Pudding and Chess Pie for dessert.

Tupelo, Mississippi (Visit)

Stop at Tupelo in Mississippi for a visit en-route to your next destination. Most famous of the birthplace of Elvis Presley; his early life and music is commemorated at his two-room childhood home and nearby Elvis Presley Museum and with countless statues. You can experience bison, zebras, and giraffes at Buffalo Park and Zoo and Civil War history at Tupelo National Battlefield.

Florence/Muscle Shoals, Alabama – Two Nights

Drive into Florence/Muscle Shoals on opposite sides of the Tennessee River. Ivy Green showcases the life of author and political activist Helen Keller. Music fans love Alabama Music Hall of Fame and W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum, & Library. Glimpse into the past at the Edith Newman Culver Memorial Museum. Hike through Shoal Creek Preserve and spot Bald Eagles on North Alabama Birding Trail. Watch shows at The Shoals Theatre and savour local farm-to-table fare and award-winning barbecues.
 
Huntsville, Alabama – One Night

Huntsville is the next stopover point. Bask in the ambience of Huntsville’s Botanical Garden and Monte Sano State Park. Relish gravity defying rides, interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and Space Camp at U.S. Space and Rocket Centre. Seek inspiration at Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment. Enjoy live music and performances at Orion Amphitheatre. Taste traditional Alabaman cuisine at Commerce Kitchen and wash it down with a drink or two at Downtown’s Craft Beer, Cocktail, or Coffee trails.

Atlanta, Georgia – One Night

Your journey comes to a close back in Atlanta, where you’ll stay for your final night. Stroll through Atlanta Botanical Garden. Have a fun time at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta. Cheer on Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Watch the dancing fountains at Centennial Olympic Park. See a performance at the Fox Theatre. End your day in style with a delicious meal and a drink or two accompanied by sunset views at The Roof at Ponce City Market.