A Coastal Christmas in Charleston

NEW FOR 2025!  Charleston, SC is steeped in southern tradition as the historic city celebrates the holidays with a charm of its own!  From Antebellum homes decorated with garland, holly & wreaths hung upon the windows with red bows – to storefronts, boats, and parks adorned with gas-lit lamps and twinkling white lights, the Holy City shows their yuletide spirit! Tour the historic district by Horse Drawn Carriage where dazzling holiday installations of “Hope” and “Love” displays are scattered throughout.  Visit Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, once a working rice plantation and the oldest public gardens in America.  Step back in time to the elegance of the 1920’s as you wander through exquisitely decorated rooms in the Magnolia manor house featuring vintage ornaments and southern traditions.  The Nature Train Tour takes you along Magnolia’s wetlands, forests, marsh, and swamp where you will learn about the native plants and animals of the Lowcountry, including birds, alligators, turtles, and hopefully some pink camellias in early bloom.  Board the Spirit of Carolina for a wine and dine dinner cruise through the beautiful Charleston Harbor, past Fort Sumter, along the Battery and beneath the Ravenel Bridge.  Explore the Historic Charleston City Market where you can enjoy local Lowcountry cuisine with lunch on your own, and shop for the local sweetgrass baskets and certified handmade items made here.  Enjoy a 2-night stay along the Charleston Harbor at the Embassy Suites Hotel with a beautiful view of Ravenel Bridge. Join us for this unforgettable weekend getaway during this special time of year!  Includes 4 Meals (2 Breakfasts/2 Dinners)