Southern Stories Come to Life: Discover Charleston & Savannah With American Stories Travel

Where History Whispers, Romance Shines, and

Every Street Tells a Story

 

Written By: Carole A. Peck, Content Manager at American Stories Travel

 

Charleston and Savannah are more than just beautiful cities in the American South—they are living, breathing storybooks. With every garden path, gas lamp, and sea breeze, they invite travelers into a slower, deeper rhythm. These are places where history feels close, where hospitality isn’t a performance but a way of life, and where the past and present intertwine so effortlessly that your clients will feel transported. At American Stories Travel, we’ve designed experiences that help advisors offer something far more meaningful than a vacation – these are journeys that linger, long after the final farewell.

 

A City of Grace, Complexity, and Connection: The Charleston Experience

 

Charleston doesn’t unfold all at once. It reveals itself slowly, like a story worth savoring. For couples in search of quiet elegance, our Romantic Getaway to Charleston offers a private carriage ride through the historic district, champagne aboard a sunset harbor cruise, and a journey through the same moss-draped streets seen in The Notebook, with a local guide bringing each cinematic moment back to life. This isn’t just romance – it’s remembrance.

 

For clients who love to explore through food, our Charleston Culinary Experience offers a delicious way to connect with the city. Guests explore the bold flavors of Upper King Street on a private tour, enjoy dinners at the city’s top restaurants, and visit some upscale lounges for an enlightening cocktail hour. The highlight? A farm-to-table feast prepared by a professional chef with ingredients they chose from a local market. It’s warm, welcoming, and full of those moments that make a trip truly memorable.

 

 

History seekers are drawn to Charleston for its grandeur – but they stay for its honesty. Our Charleston History Experience is designed to honor the city’s beauty while acknowledging its complexity. Guests will walk the grounds of Middleton Place, where they’ll explore America’s oldest landscaped gardens and enjoy a delicious Lowcountry lunch, take part in a variety of private walking tours where they’ll hear captivating tales of conflicts that shaped the city, and engage with Charleston’s role in the Civil War in a deeply insightful way. This journey doesn’t shy away from hard truths – but handles them with grace and intention, allowing for meaningful reflection.

 

And for those seeking it all, our Best of Charleston experience combines the best of the city’s romance, culture, food, and water – ranging from harbor cruises to ghost tours to memorable meals along the Battery. It’s Charleston at its fullest – layered, lively, and deeply personal.

 

Softer Rhythms, Deeper Moments: The Savannah Experience

 

 

Just like Charleston, Savannah invites travelers to slow down – but here, the energy softens even more. Spanish moss hangs from the oaks, giving the squares a quiet, timeless feel – and our Romantic Getaway to Savannah echoes that gentle pace. Think golden hour pedicab rides, a charming riverboat dinner cruise, and a guided stroll through Savannah’s enchanting historic district.  In the end, it’s about savoring Savannah in a way that feels both personal and timeless.

 

For culinary-minded travelers, Savannah’s food scene is as warm and inviting as the city itself. With our Savannah Culinary Experience, your clients cook up Lowcountry favorites with a local chef in a private class, get VIP access to some of Savannah’s top eateries before they open their doors to the public and sip their way through our Walktails & Bar Bites happy hour. It’s about far more than flavor – it’s a window into culture and connection.

 

Our Savannah History Experience

Invites travelers to step into the city’s past with a fresh perspective. A private walking tour through the historic district sets the stage with stories of rebellion, resilience, and change, while a narrated harbor cruise brings Savannah’s maritime heritage to life from the water. For clients who want to go even deeper, experiences like the Drums & Shadows tour add powerful context. It’s a chance to see Savannah’s history come alive in a way that feels both memorable and authentic.

 

 

For clients drawn to creativity, our Savannah Art Experience shines a light on the city’s artistic side. This journey invites guests to engage with beauty – at the SCAD Museum of Art, all three Telfair Museums, and in the architecture of the city itself. Whether they’re passionate about the arts or simply curious, it’s an easygoing, inspiring way to connect with the city’s creative spirit.

 

And for travelers who want to take in the full picture, the Best of Savannah itinerary ties everything together. From food to history to water views, each day unfolds with intention.  From a private tour of famed – and beautiful – Bonaventure Cemetery to a narrated harbor cruise filled with history to a private tour of those stunning squares – it’s a well-rounded journey that captures Savannah’s spirit from every angle.

 

Let’s Build a Chapter They’ll Never Forget

 

 

 

Charleston and Savannah offer beauty, history, and charm. But more than that, they offer emotional connection, personal discovery, and stories waiting to be lived. With the right framework, the right timing, and the right touch – these cities become something unforgettable. Let’s build journeys that go beyond sightseeing. Let’s help your clients live the story. Contact our Experience Designers today at sales@ameristories.com.

Experience America, One Story at a Time.

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American Stories Travel is a US-based leading destination management company. Tour operator that serves sophisticated individual and group travelers, delivering tailor-made, luxury travel programs.

With once-in-a-lifetime, authentic local experiences. We offer private, luxury travel programs and inspirational group travel programs in New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Philadelphia, Charleston, Savannah and beyond. Contact us at info@ameristories.com for more information.