7-Day North Carolina Itinerary

Fly into Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

Top Things to Do in Charlotte

• Visit the NASCAR Hall of FameA must for racing fans!
• Walk Through Freedom Park.
• Explore the Mint Museum for Art & History.
• Try Carolina BBQ at Midwood Smokehouse.

Overnight in Charlotte.

Drive from Charlotte to Asheville (2 hours).

Top Things to Do in Asheville

• Tour the Biltmore EstateThe largest privately owned home in the U.S.
• Enjoy Local Breweries Like Wicked Weed or Burial Beer Co.
• Explore the River Arts District.
• Dinner at The Omni Grove Park InnStunning Sunset Views!

Overnight in Asheville.

Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway - One of America's Most Scenic Drives.

Top Stops Along the Way

• Hike Craggy Gardens for Stunning Mountain Views.
• Stop at Mount MitchellThe Highest Peak in the Eastern U.S.
• Visit the Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Drive to Cherokee (1.5 hours).

Overnight in Cherokee or Bryson City.

Top Things to Do

• Spot Wildlife in Cades CoveKeep an Eye Out for Bears & Deer!
• Hike to Clingmans DomeThe Highest Point in the Smokies.
• Visit the Museum of the Cherokee Indian.
• Try Your Luck at Harrah's Cherokee Casino (Optional).

Overnight in Cherokee or Bryson City.

Drive from the Mountains to Wilmington (6 hours).

Top Things to Do in Wilmington

• Tour the USS North Carolina Battleship.
• Walk Along Wrightsville Beach.
• Enjoy Dinner on the Riverwalk.

Overnight in Wilmington.

Drive from Wilmington to the Outer Banks (4.5 hours).

Top Things to Do in the Outer Banks

• Visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills.
• Explore Jockey's Ridge State ParkThe Tallest Sand Dunes on the East Coast.

Take the Ferry to Ocracoke Island (Optional).

Overnight in Nags Head or Duck.

Drive from the Outer Banks to Charlotte (5.5 hours).

Optional Stops Along the Way

• Stop at Tryon Palace in New Bern.
• Hike at Hanging Rock State Park Near Winston-Salem.

Fly out of Charlotte (CLT).