New York to Miami 7 – A route that includes crossing the southern part of east USA (from north to south). This route leads to great natural sites and beautiful cities (Saint Augustine, Savanah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Virginia Beach and more) along the way, between Miami and New York, and is very diverse in it’s scenery – mountains, streams, waterfalls, beaches, islands, lush forests, as well as tropical swamps and springs. This trip also includes a visit to Orlando and it’s theme parks. It is of course recommended to add a few days in New York at the beginning of this trip.
Please note – This route includes relatively long drives. During summer months it is very hot and humid along this route. This route can be affected by summer hurricanes (which may mainly affect Florida and the Outer Banks Islands). The peak of the hurricane season is in September. It is possible to travel this route during summer months, but it is advised to be up to date regarding the forecast. During the spring (March/beginning of April) and during the Autumn (October/November) it may be cold (and even icy/snowy) in the northern areas of this route.
Day 1 – Drive from New York to the shores of New Jersey to Atlantic City, 2 hours drive
Lodging location: Atlantic City
Day 2 – Drive to Cape May, and on the way visit Ocean City and Wildwood, 1.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Cape May
Day 3 – Take the ferry to Delaware (to Lewes) and drive to Washington DC, 2 hours ferry ride plus 2.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Washington DC
Day 4 – Visit Washington DC
Lodging location: Washington DC
Day 5 – Enjoy one more day in Washington DC
Lodging location: Washington DC
Day 6 – Enjoy one more day in Washington DC
Lodging location: Washington DC
Day 7 – Drive the coastal town of Virginia Beach, 3.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Virginia Beach
Day 8 – Drive to Nags Head in the Outer Banks Islands and visit Kitty Hawk and sites near Nags Head, 2 hours drive
Lodging location: Nags Head
Day 9 – Drive south along the Outer Banks Islands (plus a take a short ferry ride to the island of Ocracoke) and visit sites along the way, 3 hours drive plus 45-60 minutes ferry ride
Lodging location: Ocracoke
Day 10 – Enjoy a day of rest in Ocracoke Island
Lodging location: Ocracoke
Day 11 – Take the ferry to Cedar Island and start driving south, 2.5 hours ferry ride plus 4 hours drive
Lodging location: Myrtle Beach
Day 12 – Enjoy Myrtle Beach’s many beaches and amusement rides
Lodging location: Myrtle Beach
Day 13 – Drive to Charleston and visit the city, 2 hours drive
Lodging location: Charleston
Day 14 – Drive to Savannah and visit the city, 2 hours drive
Lodging location: Savannah
Day 15 – Drive to Saint Augustine and visit the city, 2.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Saint Augustine
Day 16 – Drive to Orlando and on the way visit Blue Springs State Park, 2 hours drive
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 17 – Visit one of Disneyworld’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 18 – Visit the Kennedy Space Center or visit one of Orlando’s great water parks, 1 hour drive in each direction to Blue Springs or the Kennedy Space Center
(You may also consider on going on a day tour and swim with the Manatees or go on a short wildlife airboat tour out of Orlando)
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 19 – Visit one of Universal’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 20 – Drive to Everglades City and in the afternoon take a boat tour in the 10,000 Islands region of Everglades National Park (It is possible to add to the drive a visit to Myakka River State Park), 4 hours drive
Lodging location: Everglades City
Day 21 – Visit the northern part of Everglades National Park (including Shark Valley) and drive to the Keys Islands, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Marathon
Day 22 – Drive to Key West and tour the Keys Islands (don’t miss the beaches of Bahia Honda State Park), 1 hour drive in each direction
Lodging location: Marathon
Day 23 – Enjoy one more day in the Keys Islands, 1 hour drive in each direction
Lodging location: Marathon
Day 24 – Drive to Miami and on the way visit the Flamingo region of Everglades National Park, 3.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 25 – Enjoy the day in Miami
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 26 – Fly Home
– In order to fill this route with content – see our Southeast USA destinations pages, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
