Southern United States Road Trip: Complete Itinerary
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Southern United States Road Trip: Complete Itinerary
JackxJo
Road tripping is our favorite method of travel, and there's no easier region to visit than the Southern United States. An often under-appreciated area of the country compared to the Rocky Mountains or the Pacific Northwest, we believe the mountains, beaches, forests, and swamps of the South are worthy of an epic eight day road trip. This was the first trip Jordan and I took together, so it holds a very special place in my heart that I can't wait to share.
In this guide you will find:
A complete eight day itinerary and guide to visiting the following locations:
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- The Research Triangle of North Carolina
- Myrtle Beach and Charleston, South Carolina
- Atlanta, Georgia
Advice on making a road trip easier and saving money
The best places to stay, eat, and things to do at every location
A SparkNotes version of our itinerary
And so much more!
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The Complete Road Trip through the Southern U.S.
If you came from the Smoky Mountains itinerary, welcome (you can skip to the North Carolina section). If not, congrats, you got two itineraries in one! This trip truly unlocked our love for travel (it was the first road trip we did together!), so it's very special to us and I'm happy you've decided to give it a shot.
The trip will cover in detail the following destinations and provide tips on roadtripping in general:
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Research Triangle of North Carolina
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
JackxJo
Hey! We’re Jack and Jordan, the creators of JackxJo, and we’re here to help you unlock the world of travel—even if you think you don’t have the time or the budget for it. We are both college students at the University of Texas at Austin who have been exploring the U.S. together for three years. Being in college has made us learn how to travel efficiently both with our time and finances.
We believe in honest and impactful advice. We’ve juggled busy schedules and tight budgets, but we’ve figured out how to make travel work without the stress. Our guides focus on the practical tips that actually matter: where to stay, where to eat, and what to do.
Between the two of us, we’ve covered a lot of ground, and we’re constantly sharing our latest discoveries. From national parks to small towns, we’re always on the lookout for the next adventure. We’re also big believers in making travel accessible for everyone, so whether you’re a college student planning your first trip or someone looking for a quick escape from the daily grind, our guides will help you travel smarter, not harder.
What's included
Digital Map
Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby
86 places
86 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
21 photos
Beautiful, hi-res photos from the creator
5 links
5 links from the creator to go even deeper with more info
DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Gatlinburg, TN, USA
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
Great Smoky Mountains, United States
Chapel Hill, NC, USA
Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
Charleston, SC, USA
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
Durham, NC, USA
Cypress Gardens, Cypress Gardens Road, Moncks Corner, SC, USA
Tennessee, USA
South Carolina, USA
Congaree National Park, South Carolina, USA
Atlanta, GA, USA
North Carolina, USA
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