Tobacco Road Tours
and
Silver Connections Present…..
Historic Savannah, GA
November 14, 15, 16- 2014
Overview
Georgia is the last of the original 13 Colonies and named after King George II in 1732. Savannah
stands as one of America’s favorite cities.
John Muir, Sierra Club Founder states:
"…the rippling of living water, the song of birds, the joyous confidence of flowers, the calm undisturbed
grandeur of the oaks, mark this place of graves as one of the Lord's most favored abodes of life and light."
Once the first State Capitol of Georgia, Savannah a strategic
port city in the American Revolution and during the Civil War,
is home to many people, places and events of our past. With its
Spanish moss-covered live oaks and magnolias, more than
1,600 historic buildings and enchanting gardens, this port city is
the picture of the old south blended with modern conveniences,
famous eateries and trendy shops. The purpose of FUN, is to
have some, come join US!
Friday, November 14, 2014: Depart Raleigh for Savannah (early, in time
to enjoy Mrs. Wilkes for Lunch)
Light breakfast provided on the ride to Savannah.
Lunch: Mrs. Wilkes.
A Savannah institution since 1943. We will spend the time together getting to know each other
over a delicious lunch, as well as learn some tidbits about “The Hostess City of the South”.
After lunch at Mrs. Wilkes, we’ll jump right into the charm and history of the city with a step-on
guide overview tour. Hotel check-in about 5:00 PM.
Dinner: 7:30PM
TRT has set up a “classic dine around” experience. Groups of six will enjoy a spectacular
evening at a top restaurant. This “Dutch” outing will be the talk of the following day for sure.
We escort each group to your selected dining establishment and ensure your transportation
back to the hotel or you may enjoy a leisure stroll around the Historic District or go to a favorite
pub/bar afterwards.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Saturday, November 15th, 2014
Let’s jump right into our day with breakfast at leisure at our hotel.
Go explore! 22 squares, fried green tomatoes and everything Savannah. This morning is on your
own. TRT will provide you with a list of cool options of things to do and see! Riverfront,
Historic District, free shuttle and our bus for
transportation.
Lunch: gourmet catered picnic; Forsyth Park
A trip to Savannah would not be complete without a
stroll through Forsyth Park, designed by the father of
American landscape architecture, Fredrick Law
Olmstead, is a 30 acre park nestled in the heart of
Savannah’s Landmark Historic District. Created in the
1840’s, the park is home to lush walking paths, a café,
memorials dedicated to the Confederacy and the Spanish-American War, playgrounds, the
iconic Forsyth Fountain, a Fragrant Garden for the Blind, and most
importantly is by far the best place in Savannah to have a picnic.
Continue on to the Andrew Lowe Museum (Girl Scouts) for a guided
tour. Beautiful Southern home with lots and lots of history!
Return to the hotel to relax & freshen up. TRT hosts a “hospitality
room” prior to the evening’s dinner. Come enjoy a glass of red/white or
cold beer with some tasty appetizers prior to heading out for dinner.
Dinner: Jazz’d Tapas Bar (live jazz)
Located in Savannah’s Historic District, on the fringe of Ellis Square,
Savannah’s “newest” old square you’ll discover Jazz’d Tapas Bar. A
sultry underground hot spot unique to anything else in Savannah.
Described as swank, sexy & sophisticated. This chic restaurant offers
more than just your typical dining or drinking experience. Great meal,
great Jazz, great evening for ALL. Three course dinner including paired wine!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sunday, November 16, 2014:
Sleep in, walk, work out, enjoy a leisurely breakfast on property. 10AM departure for
Bonaventure Cemetery guided tour. Yes, this is the “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil”
20th Anniversary) part of Savannah you don’t want to miss. Listen to the stories of people,
places & events that have defined Savannah’s rich culture and history by visiting the long, lost
departed!
Lunch: The Pirates’ House
Since 1753, The Pirates’ House has been welcoming visitors to
Savannah with a bounty of delicious food and drink and
rousing good times. Situated a scant block from the Savannah
River, The Pirates’ House first opened as an inn for seafarers,
and fast became a rendezvous for blood-thirsty pirates and
sailors from the Seven Seas. Here seamen drank their grog and
discoursed, sailor fashion, on their exotic high seas adventures
from Singapore to Bombay and from London to Port Said.
After a delicious and FUN filled early afternoon with our pirates, we depart back to Raleigh
with some adventure of our own!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusive Tour Cost: $559.00 per person (double occupancy).
Includes
transportation to and from Savannah, two nights’ hotel accommodation at the
Hampton Inn Hotel and Suites, all meals stated above and all entrance/museum/tour
fees.
Non-refundable deposit of $179 is due August 15th, 2014 and balance of $380 is due
October 1st, 2014.
Single room supplement is $149.
supplement to your final payment.
Any single room requests, you may add on your
We will have a safe and easy to access location for you to park and leave your cars. This
is where the motor coach will pick up the group and return the group from the trip.
You may also have someone drop you off and pick you up at this location. Information
and directions to be provided.
Weather in November is lovely- temperatures in the 60’s and low 70’s.
All payments by personal check can be sent to the Silver Connections business address PLEASE make out checks to “TOBACCO ROAD TOURS.”
14460 Falls of Neuse Rd.
Suite # 149-320
Raleigh, NC 27614
OR
By Credit Card by going to the Payment page on the Silver Connections website.
Tobacco Road Tours provided Silver Connections with weekend trips to Charleston, SC and the
Outer Banks, NC in the past, as well as many local and day trips. They do a wonderful job and
offer a very unique and fun-filled weekend! We hope you can join us on this trip to Savannah!
Please let Laura Kay Know if you have any questions.
lkhouse@silverconnections.org