2-Week East Coast USA Tour Packages
Ready to explore America's East Coast? From New York's non-stop energy, Washington's monuments and museums, historic Boston, Maine's rocky coastline, Miami's heat and Latin vibes. These trips take you through centuries of American history, massively diverse cities and different coastlines. The food changes completely as you move - lobster rolls up north, Southern BBQ, Cuban food down south. What a treat!
Insider tips: Recommended 2-week East Coast USA tour itineraries
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14 Day Southern USA Itinerary, incl. Atlanta and Charleston
14-day East Coast exploration featuring Fort Sumter National Monument, Patriots Point, and Charleston's historic district. Journey includes USS Yorktown tours and cultural experiences in each destination.
- Days 1-2
Atlanta, Georgia
Begin your Southern adventure in Atlanta. Visit the Atlanta History Center and plan an early morning trip to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site to beat the crowds and heat. The Sweet Auburn district is perfect for walking but keep in mind some steep sections.
- Day 3
Athens, Georgia
Take a 1.5-hour drive to Athens. The downtown area gets busy after 4 PM. Check out the 40 Watt Club where R.E.M. and the B-52s started their careers. Book dinner ahead since restaurants fill up fast during university events.
- Days 4-5
Charlotte, North Carolina
Plan a 4-hour drive from Athens to Charlotte in mid-morning to avoid Atlanta traffic. Spend your evenings in the NoDa district, the city's creative hub. Visit the Levine Museum of the New South after 10 AM to learn about regional history.
- Days 6-7
Myrtle Beach
Drive 3.5 hours to reach Myrtle Beach. Visit Broadway at the Beach in the evening when it's cooler and the lights create a fun atmosphere. Get to the beach before 10 AM for good parking spots. Remember to bring cash for parking meters.
- Days 8-9
Charleston, South Carolina
Just 2 hours south lies Charleston. The historic streets can be tricky to walk on so pack good shoes. Use the free DASH shuttle to get around downtown. Book the first Fort Sumter ferry of the day for the best experience.
- Days 10-11
Savannah, Georgia
Take the 2-hour coastal drive to Savannah, stopping at Tybee Island. Walk through the Historic District in the morning before it gets too humid. Take breaks in the shaded squares. "We found the free DOT shuttle invaluable for exploring Savannah – it stops at all major sites and runs until midnight."
- Days 12-13
Macon to Atlanta
Start at Capricorn Studios in Macon before the crowds arrive. Drive 1.5 hours to Stone Mountain and get there by 4 PM for the evening laser show in season. If you have an early flight, stay near the airport on your last night.
- Day 14
Leave from Atlanta
The MARTA train to the airport runs every 10-12 minutes and takes about 20 minutes.
12 Day East Coast USA Itinerary, incl. New York and Charleston
A luxurious 12-day coastal cruise connects 8 historic ports from New York to Nassau. Full days await in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Charleston's 230-block Historic District, and Miami's Cuban quarter, with elegant amenities aboard Scenic Eclipse.
- Day 1
Arrival in Manhattan
Start your journey in Manhattan, arriving before 1 PM for embarkation. Start your first morning with a peaceful walk through Central Park before the crowds arrive, then grab breakfast at a local deli before heading to the port. As you leave in the evening, you'll see stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty.
- Day 2
Wilmington, Delaware
In Wilmington, Delaware's largest city, visit the Hagley Museum when it opens at 9:30 AM to avoid tour groups. Explore Brandywine Park in mid-morning before it gets too hot. In the evening, you'll pass through the impressive Chesapeake & Delaware Canal.
- Day 3
Baltimore
Baltimore's Inner Harbor starts getting busy around 10 AM. Visit the National Aquarium early to beat the crowds. If you're planning Washington DC excursions, factor in the one-hour drive each way from Baltimore's port.
- Day 4
Yorktown
The Revolutionary War sites in Yorktown are quietest in the morning. Plan about 2 hours for the Yorktown Battlefield tours and bring water since there isn't much shade. Colonial Williamsburg is just a 30-minute drive away.
- Day 5
Day at Sea
After a day at sea, you'll reach Wilmington, North Carolina. The USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial opens at 8 AM. Visit early to avoid crowds and heat. You can walk through the 230-block historic district in the morning or late afternoon.
- Day 6
Charleston
In Charleston, take the 9:30 AM ferry to Fort Sumter for the best photo opportunities. The historic district has beautiful cobblestone streets but they can be slippery when wet, so pack good walking shoes.
- Day 7
Day at Sea
After another day at sea, explore Miami's Little Havana as it comes to life mid-morning. Start in the Art Deco district early, then stop for Cuban coffee at Versailles Restaurant around 10 AM.
- Day 8
Key West
Key West is easy to walk around, but the sun is strong. Get to the Hemingway House when it opens at 9 AM, before other cruise passengers arrive. Book morning snorkeling tours when the water is usually calmer.
- Day 9
End of Trip
End your trip with a relaxing sea day before reaching Nassau. Book flights after noon to allow time for disembarkation. The Straw Market opens early if you want to shop before heading to the airport.
14 Days in USA Coast to Coast, incl. New York and Las Vegas
Coast-to-coast wonders unfold over 14 days from New York City to Las Vegas. Two nights at New York Marriott Downtown precede visits to Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Plaza, and Niagara Falls. Washington DC's Capitol and White House lead to Western highlights at Joshua Tree National Park and Grand Canyon.
- Days 1-2
New York City
Start in Manhattan's Financial District at the New York Marriott Downtown. Try to arrive early afternoon to avoid airport rush hour traffic. Spend your first full day exploring NYC by subway and foot with an unlimited 24-hour MetroCard ($13). Visit Rockefeller Plaza before 9 AM when it's quiet, then walk down Fifth Avenue to One World Observatory.
- Days 3-4
Niagara Falls
The 650km drive through upstate New York and Pennsylvania takes about 7 hours. You'll need your passport to cross into Canada for the best falls views. Watch the evening illumination at dusk. Take the Maid of the Mist boat ride first thing at 9 AM to avoid lines and catch the morning rainbows.
- Days 5-6
Washington DC
Stop in Lancaster County's Amish country on your way - it's less busy during the week. Pick a hotel near the National Mall in DC for easy access to monuments. Bring good walking shoes since you'll walk about 5 miles seeing the main sites. A recent visitor shared: "The evening monuments tour was worth staying up for - seeing the Lincoln Memorial lit up with no crowds was magical."
- Day 7
Cross-Country Flight
Book an afternoon flight from DC to LA to skip morning traffic. The flight takes about 5.5 hours. Look for the hotel shuttle at the red pillars outside baggage claim - it runs every 30 minutes.
- Days 8-9
Los Angeles to Joshua Tree
See Hollywood and downtown LA in the morning before the crowds arrive. Drive 4 hours to Joshua Tree, planning to arrive in late afternoon for the best desert photography light. Stay overnight in Kingman.
- Days 10-11
Grand Canyon Region
Drive through Sedona to reach the Grand Canyon. Book a sunrise helicopter tour since afternoon flights often get canceled due to heat. Head to Page afterward to see Horseshoe Bend at sunset.
- Days 12-13
Utah Parks to Vegas
Start early at Bryce Canyon to see the hoodoos at sunrise. The scenic rim trail takes 2-3 hours. Continue to Vegas through Valley of Fire State Park. Bring extra water - summer temperatures often pass 100°F. Choose the High Roller wheel over the Stratosphere for better city views at similar prices.
- Day 14
Las Vegas Departure
Airport security is busiest from 10 AM to 2 PM when tour groups leave. Book an early or late flight to avoid long lines.
East Coast USA 14 Day Tour Packages You'll Love
Tunes of Glory!
Chairman’s Voyage: America's 250th Anniversary Cruise
From the Atlantic to the Pacific
New York City, Niagara Falls & Washington DC with Extended Stay in New York City
North to South New York to Miami - 13 days
New England, White Mountains, Cape Cod & New York - 12 days
Untold Tales of Historic Trails with Extended Stay in New York City
Manhattan Express & Florida Sunshine State incl. beach extension (Superior, Ocean View)
New York to Miami & Orlando - 11 days
America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC
