North Carolina
North Carolina has been truly blessed with stunning natural beauty, from the dramatic misty mountains home to the country’s most visited national park – Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the incredible Blue Ridge Parkway to the sunny coastline filled with pristine beaches and some of the tallest sand dunes in the country.
At a glance
- Home to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a nature lovers paradise
- Blue Ridge Parkway – one of the most scenic drives in the USA
- 300 miles of stunning coastline, made up of beautiful barrier islands, soaring sand dunes and deserted beaches
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Best time to visit North Carolina
The best time to visit North Carolina depends largely on your own preferences for a holiday.
Spring (March-May) has mild and comfortable weather, blooming flowers and is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring gardens. The state comes alive with colour. You'll find moderate hotel costs and generally fewer crowds than summer. It's important to note some areas like the Outer Banks may not be fully open until April.
Autumn (September-November) also has mild and pleasant temperatures with stunning foliage in the mountains (especially in October) making it perfect for scenic drives like the Blue Ridge Parkway. However October can be very popular for leaf-peeping, especially in the mountains, leading to some crowds and higher accommodation prices in those areas.
Summer (June-August) has the warmest weather which is ideal for beach activities, water sports, and enjoying the lively atmosphere at coastal destinations. This is peak tourist season, especially July and August so expect higher prices for accommodation, more crowded attractions, and higher humidity and temperatures.
Winter (December-February) is the least crowded time meaning lower prices on accommodation. It is good for cosy indoor activities and there is the potential for snow in the mountains for winter sports enthusiasts.
Ultimately, the best time to visit depends on your priorities for your holiday.
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Contact usRecommended Holidays
Explore a collection of our handpicked North Carolina holidays below

Civil Rights and Music Trails in the Deep South
Visiting the key musical and historical cities that shaped the south’s history including Atlanta, Memphis, and Muscle Shoals.
13 Nights From
£1,958
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Visiting the key musical and historical cities that shaped the south’s history including Atlanta, Memphis, and Muscle Shoals.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK based on economy class
- Accommodation for 13 nights
- 12 days Compact car hire with fully inclusive insurance, unlimited mileage and taxes

Kentucky - The Bluegrass State, Music City USA & the Great Smoky Mountains
The many highlights of Kentucky and Tennessee await on this fly-drive adventure that captures music, beautiful national parks, sport, and true Americana.
13 Nights From
£2,097
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The many highlights of Kentucky and Tennessee await on this fly-drive adventure that captures music, beautiful national parks, sport, and true Americana.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK in economy class
- Accommodation for 13 nights
- 11 days’ compact size car with insurance coverage, unlimited mileage and taxes

The Great Smoky Mountains, Alabama & The Music Cities of Nashville & Memphis
An exciting fly-drive visiting some of the Deep South’s world-renowned music, civil rights and space exploration cities and the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains.
15 Nights From
£2,153
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An exciting fly-drive visiting some of the Deep South’s world-renowned music, civil rights and space exploration cities and the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains.
What’s included?
- International flights from London in economy class
- Accommodation for 15 nights
- 16 days’ compact size car with insurance coverage, unlimited mileage and taxes

America’s Beautiful South
Embark on a journey on America’s Beautiful South, taking in the history, culture and music along the way.
18 Nights From
£2,489
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Embark on a journey on America’s Beautiful South, taking in the history, culture and music along the way.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK in economy class
- Accommodation for 18 nights
- 15 days intermediate car hire with fully inclusive insurance, unlimited mileage and taxes

Blue Suede Shoes & Mississippi Cruising
A journey through the southern states of the U.S. on road and river, visiting places that shaped world music.
19 Nights From
£6,122
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A journey through the southern states of the U.S. on road and river, visiting places that shaped world music.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK in economy class
- Accommodation for 11 nights
- 7 days intermediate size car hire with insurance coverage, unlimited mileage and taxes
- 1 night pre-cruise hotel accommodation including breakfast in Memphis
- 7 nights on board American Cruise Lines in an outside cabin
- All inclusive on American Cruise Lines including all meals, snacks, non-alcoholic and selected alcoholic beverages
- Shared transfer between Memphis hotel and cruise terminal
- One standard shore excursion in each port of call
- Gratuities on board American Cruise Lines