North Georgia is very nice. You can take I-75 up through Atlanta and then jump off and go through the winding roads of arounf Dahlonega and that area. Its very hilly and the wilderness is breathtaking. Im sure you'd love it if you are into that kind of thing. If you have time, consider driving through Southeast TN and into North Carolina. This way, You will get to see some of the Smokie Mountains. I hope you were kidding about the hitch hiking thing. I would never advise anyone trying that....