Civil War · 10 Day / 9 Night
Footsteps of the Civil War
A ten day Civil War journey from Charleston to New Orleans, tracing the war through the forts, battlefields, museums and memorials where it happened.
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Day 1: Arrival in Charleston, South Carolina
- Travel to Charleston, SC
- Group Sit Down Dinner
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 2: Fort Sumter & Historic Charleston
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit Fort Sumter National Monument
- Lunch at Charleston’s Food Hall
- Visit the Charleston Museum
- Guided Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Charleston
- Dinner Allocation
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 3: Savannah, Georgia
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit Old Fort Jackson
- Lunch Allocation
- Guided Savannah Historic District Walking Tour
- Visit the Massie Heritage Center
- Take the Savannah Riverboat Dinner Cruise
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 4: Wormsloe & Departure for Atlanta
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the Wormsloe Historic Site
- Visit the Savannah History Museum
- Group Sit Down Lunch
- Visit the Andrew Low House Museum
- Visit the River Street Market Place
- Group Dinner En Route to Atlanta
- Check into Hotel Accommodations
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Day 5: Atlanta, Georgia
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the Atlanta History Museum
- Lunch Allocation
- Guided Walking Tour of Oakland Cemetery
- Visit the Georgia Aquarium
- Group Sit Down Dinner
- Evening Activity: SKYVIEW Atlanta
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 6: Kennesaw Mountain & Departure for Montgomery
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
- Lunch Allocation
- Visit Martin Luther King, Jr. Birth Home
- Visit the King Center and the Eternal Flame
- Group Dinner En Route to Montgomery
- Check into Hotel Accommodations
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Day 7: Montgomery, Alabama & Vicksburg, Mississippi
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the Civil Rights Memorial
- Visit the First White House of the Confederacy
- Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Montgomery
- Lunch
- Group Sit Down Dinner
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 8: Vicksburg National Military Park
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the Vicksburg National Military Park
- Lunch
- Visit the Old Courthouse Museum
- Visit the Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum
- Guided Walk to View the Riverfront Murals
- Group Exploration of Downtown Vicksburg
- Group Sit Down Dinner
- Return to Hotel Accommodations
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Day 9: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit the National World War II Museum
- Lunch Allocation
- Visit the Confederate Memorial Hall Museum
- Check into Hotel Accommodations
- Group Sit Down Dinner
- Group Exploration of Downtown New Orleans
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Day 10: The French Quarter & Departure
- Breakfast at the Hotel
- Visit Cafe du Monde
- Guided Walking Tour of the French Quarter
- Lunch
- Visit the New Orleans Jazz Museum or Mardi Gras World
- Depart for Home
Explore the Ultimate Civil War Student Tour
Follow the Civil War the way it unfolded, from the first shots at Fort Sumter to the fall of Vicksburg and the Mississippi beyond. Over ten days students move through Charleston, Savannah, Atlanta, Montgomery, Vicksburg, and New Orleans, standing on the battlefields, walking the streets, and stepping inside the houses and museums where the war was decided and remembered. Montgomery and Atlanta carry the story further still, connecting the war to the civil rights movement that took up its unfinished work a century later.
Why Choose This Trip?
- Where It Happened: Stand at Fort Sumter, Kennesaw Mountain, and Vicksburg, the ground the war was fought over.
- Six Cities, One Story: Charleston, Savannah, Atlanta, Montgomery, Vicksburg, and New Orleans, followed in the order the war moved.
- Beyond the Battlefield: House museums, cemeteries, and memorials that show how the war reshaped the people who lived through it.
- Into the Civil Rights Era: Montgomery and Atlanta connect the war to the movement that finished its work a century later.
Note: This is a SAMPLE itinerary provided for inspiration only. (Unless you love it!) Every trip we offer is fully customizable, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to your school’s educational goals.
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Work with our expert team of Landmark Travel Consultants to design a trip that fits your group’s unique needs! Our packages start fully customizable and typically include:
- Private Group Tour: Personalized experiences for your group only.
- Custom Itinerary: Built around your educational goals and preferences.
- Transportation: Safe, reliable, and comfortable travel.
- Hotel Accommodations: Convenient and student-friendly lodging.
- Attractions: Access to top-rated sites and experiences.
- Meals: Delicious and well-balanced dining options.
- Tour Director: Professional support throughout your journey.
- Restaurant & Driver Gratuities: Taken care of for your convenience.
- & More!
You have the flexibility to include or exclude specific services based on your group’s preferences. While we recommend the value of an all-inclusive travel experience, the final decision is yours!
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