Southern USA Tours for Seniors
What if you could explore the South while taking your time? See Charleston homes, Savannah’s Spanish moss hanging from everything, and hear Nashville music on every corner. Visit plantation estates telling complicated stories, taste Southern cooking done the right way, explore Civil War sites marking the landscape, and witness the Great Smoky Mountains. Traditions holding strong where life moves at different speed.
10 best trips for 'over 50s' in Southern USA
Compiled by
SteffSouthern USA travel expert at TourRadar
- America's Musical Heritage
- Soul of the Deep South, a Women-Only Tour (Small Groups)
- Bluegrass Country & the Smoky Mountains featuring Louisville, Lexington, Gatlinburg & Asheville (Louisville, KY to Asheville, NC) (2026)
- Charleston, South Carolina Singles Weekend
- Music & Legends with Elvis & Dolly
- Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2026)
- Southern Charms (from Charleston to Savannah)
- American Heritage featuring The Greenbrier Resort (2026)
- Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2027)
- Nashville & the Smoky Mountains Holiday featuring Gatlinburg & Asheville (Nashville, TN to Asheville, NC) (2026)
America's Musical Heritage
141 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything is planned for us, we love that!!”
Jacqueline, traveled in May
Musical landmarks like Graceland, Delta Blues Museum, and New Orleans' Garden District set the rhythm for this Southern route. Two-night stops in Nashville and Memphis feature stays at the historic Alluvian Hotel and premium properties.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Clarksdale, Greenwood, Indianola, Natchez, Lafayette, Houmas House Plantation and Gardens, New Orleans Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $4,219
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You'll get private after-hours access to Stax Museum and see shows at the Grand Ole Opry and Club Ebony in Indianola. The trip includes 4 and 5-star hotels with Wi-Fi and porterage, luxury coaches with double legroom and onboard washrooms, plus headsets for self-paced Graceland and RCA Studio B tours.
Duration 9 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Indianola, Jackson, New Orleans Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Insight Vacations From
6% Off- US$5,325
Bluegrass Country & the Smoky Mountains featuring Louisville, Lexington, Gatlinburg & Asheville (Louisville, KY to Asheville, NC) (2026)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Kentucky's charm reveals itself through 2-night stays in Louisville and Lexington. Churchill Downs and Old Louisville's Victorian district feature easy walking tours. Scenic drives through Daniel Boone National Forest include restful stops at Midway.
Duration 9 days Destinations Louisville, Bardstown, Lexington, Berea, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
6% Off- US$3,799
You'll take a 45-minute Nature Train tour at Magnolia Plantation to spot alligators and blue herons across different landscapes. The Embassy Suites Charleston Historic District sits next to Marion Square with quick access to King Street's restaurants and shops, and the 5-day trip includes a carriage ride and Fort Sumter cruise.
Duration 5 days Destinations Charleston Age Range Ages 35+ Physical Rating Relaxing Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Best Single Travel From
6% Off- US$1,795
This relaxed 11-day route features easy walks at Graceland and the Country Music Hall of Fame, with comfortable motorcoach rides between Memphis, Nashville, and Louisville. You'll see the small two-room house where Elvis was born in Tupelo and have time to walk along Pigeon Forge's River Walk.
Duration 11 days Destinations Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, Louisville, Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chattanooga Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cosmos From $2,699
6% Off- US$2,549You save $150
Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2026)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nothing fazed her. She accommodated everyone.”
Sylvia, traveled in March
Late morning starts and multi-night stays allow for unhurried exploration. Charleston offers Fort Sumter harbor cruises or Historic District walks, while Jekyll Island's tram tours and Savannah's River Street beckon from The DeSoto hotel.
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
6% Off- US$3,499
The 7-day trip takes you through Southern charm with stays at Jekyll Island Club and carriage rides down Beaufort's tree-lined streets. You'll tour Boone Hall from 1681 and ride trolleys through Savannah's 22 squares, then walk Charleston's Rainbow Row and check out Patriots Point and St. Simon's Lighthouse.
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Beaufort, Jekyll Island, Savannah Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $4,599
5% Off- US$4,349You save $250
Virginia and West Virginia open their doors through luxury stays at The Greenbrier Resort and Williamsburg Lodge. Presidential estates, colonial taverns, and historic Old Town Alexandria offer fascinating glimpses into American history.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, White Sulphur Springs, Charlottesville, Williamsburg Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
5% Off- US$4,299
Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2027)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Savannah, St Simons Island, Jekyll Island, Jacksonville Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
5% Off- US$3,799
Nashville & the Smoky Mountains Holiday featuring Gatlinburg & Asheville (Nashville, TN to Asheville, NC) (2026)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 8 days Destinations Nashville, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville, Charlotte Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
5% Off- US$3,799
What people love about Southern USA Tours for Seniors
- Rhythms of the South (11 Days)
Good trip! Great venue! Lots to do. Well looked after. Disappointed in Nashville quality inn. Staff not helpful and hotel very tired and could be cleaned better
- Rhythms of the Road (7 destinations)
tour took us exactly where we wanted to go with someone else doing the organising!
- Tastes and Sounds of the South
Our guide Austin Coop was excellent. He was attentive and knowledgable. One man on the trip could not speak or hear. He wrote out all key information to make the man's trip good for him.
What our customers ask about Southern USA Tours for Seniors
What is the best time of year for seniors to visit the Southern USA?
The most comfortable months to visit are during spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). These seasons offer mild temperatures that work well for outdoor activities and walking tours. The weather stays around 70-75°F in popular destinations like Charleston and Savannah during April and May. A TourRadar reviewer confirms this saying: "October was perfect - comfortable weather for walking tours and beautiful fall colors in the Smoky Mountains."
What types of accommodation can seniors expect on Southern USA tours?
Most tours provide well-located hotels that combine comfort with convenience. You'll find stays at properties like the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs with its accessible layout and the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans right in the French Quarter. Other common options include the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC and Williamsburg Lodge in Virginia. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Hotels and tour guide and driver were very good accommodations were always convenient to attractions."
What is the typical age range for senior tours in the Southern USA?
Tours welcome participants up to age 80 with most travelers being between 58-60 years old. Popular options like Globus' "America's Musical Heritage" tour regularly hosts people in their 60s and 70s. Collette's "American Heritage" tour focuses on travelers aged 50-80. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Everything was planned and executed perfectly for our group of seniors with comfortable pacing and excellent accommodations at places like the historic Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC."
Are meals included on Southern USA senior tours?
Tour packages typically cover daily breakfasts and some dinners. The America's Music Cities tour provides 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners including local experiences at places like the Pirates House in Savannah and jazz brunch at the Court of Two Sisters in New Orleans. A TourRadar review states: "The included meals were excellent and gave us a real taste of Southern cuisine without being overwhelming."
How accessible are the attractions visited on Southern USA senior tours?
Popular sites offer good accessibility features with ramps elevators and regular rest areas. Key attractions like Graceland in Memphis the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville and the Biltmore Estate in Asheville accommodate senior visitors well. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Even historic sites like antebellum homes had good accessibility options and the pace was perfect for seniors."
What medical facilities/support is available on Southern USA senior tours?
Each tour comes with guides trained in first aid and ready access to local medical care. The major stops like Nashville Charleston and New Orleans have quality healthcare facilities close to tour accommodations. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Our guide was very knowledgeable about medical facilities and helped arrange a quick clinic visit when needed."