
Highlights: Nashville - Memphis - New Orleans
Hotel Featured:
➤Best Western Plus Music Row 3*
➤Hu. Hotel 3*
➤Maison Dupuy Hotel 3*
Itinerary
Sun 09 Nov 25: Nashville
➤Flight from Heathrow Airport to Nashville Metropolitan Airport
➤Stay at Best Western Plus Music Row for 3 Nights
Mon 10 Nov 25: Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket
➤Hall of Fame Ticket Combo
RCA STUDIO B the Historic RCA Studio B. Hear inside details from famous recording sessions, learn about the timeless tools of the trade (from microphones and recording consoles to a Steinway piano that Elvis favored), and hear hits in high-fidelity, right where they were born. RCA Studio B is the site where many classic songs from Nashville's golden age were recorded, by artists such as Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Don Gibson, The Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, Connie Smith, and Charley Pride. Over 35,000 songs were recorded at Studio B, including more than 200 by Presley, at what was his favorite
studio. Tours will begin and conclude at The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Country Music Hall of Fame is the home for this popular American art form, safeguarding over 2.5 million artifacts,
and featuring two expansive floors of gallery space, highlighting permanent and limited-engagement exhibitions.
Duration: 2 hours to 5 hours
Inclusions :
- Admission to The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Access to all exhibits (current exhibits include Luke Combs, Patty Loveless, and many others)
- Explore the instruments, lyrics, and fashion that shaped country music
- 1-Hour Guided Tour of RCA Studio B, where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, and many more are used to record.
- Hear inside details from famous recording sessions, learn about the timeless tools of the trade
- See the Steinway piano that Elvis favored during your tour of RCA Studio B
- Visit Nashville's first recording studio opened by a major label
- Visit the famed Rotunda, where the plaques of all Country Music Hall of Fame members reside
- Transportation from the Country Music Hall of Fame to RCA Studio B
What to Expect :
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Honoring classic and current artists, the Museum exhibits everything from Hank Williams's cherished Martin guitar to Elvis Presley's custom Cadillac limousine, to outfits and instruments from the likes of Alison Krauss and Carrie Underwood, to a showcase of today's top artists.
Admission Ticket Included
RCA Studio B
Historic RCA Studio B opened in 1957 and was once the recording home of popular music titans such as Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins, Eddy Arnold, and the Everly Brothers is both a classroom for Nashville area students and a popular cultural attraction. RCA Studio B first became known as one of the cradles of the Nashville Sound in the 1960s. A sophisticated style characterized by background vocals and strings, the Nashville Sound both revived the popularity of country music and helped establish Nashville as an international recording center. included Eddy Arnold, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare, Dolly Parton, Jim Reeves, Willie Nelson, and Floyd Cramer, among others. For many years, Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Chet Atkins managed RCA Nashville operation and produced hundreds of hits in Studio B.
Admission Ticket Included
Tue 11 Nov 25: Grand Ole Opry Show Admission Ticket
➤Tier 6 Seating (TG8)
Honoring Country music's rich history and dynamic present, the Grand Ole Opry showcases a mix of country legends & contemporary chart-toppers who have followed in their footsteps. The Opry is world-famous for creating a unique experience for all ages. attractions with this ticket. The famous country music venue hosts live performances by a variety of musicians. Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, and Cand arrie Underwood are among the stars who are part of the Opry family. first few rows in front of the stage floor, first few rows throughout the mezzanine Sides/Slightly Back of the Main Floor, center rows through the mezzanine Mezzanine, first rows in center balcony Balcony Shows: December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22, 23. Other dates are for the regular Opry Show.
Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours, 30 mins
Inclusions :
- Listen to a dynamic line-up of new stars, superstars, and Country Music legends
- Grand Ole Opry shows feature eight or more artists during each show
- Experience the show that made Country music famous
- *2024 Christmas Show Dates: December 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 11, 15, 16, 22, 23
- Standard and Premium Seating Options Available
- Admission to the Grand Ole Opry live show in Nashville
- All service fees, taxes, and brokerage fees included
- Free parking at Opry Mills Mall
What to Expect :
Grand Ole Opry
Make your way to the Grand Ole Opry with your ticket for a great seat and a classic country music experience. in 1925 as a local radio broadcast, the Opry quickly became popular for its musical variety show, which features styles from bluegrass to modern country. The venue has continued to be a hotbed for introducing new talent, both bands and solo musicians, and has boosted the careers of hundreds of famous country musicians. It is also the home base for the United States' longest-running live radio show.
Admission Ticket Included
Wed 12 Nov 25: Nashville to Memphis trip with Graceland VIP & Sun Studio Admission
➤Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock n Roll, the capital of Blues, and home to some of the best barbecue you can put in your mouth. visit to Elvis Presley's home, Graceland. Well see the burial site of the King of Rock n Roll, walk through the Elvis car museum, and see two deluxe airplanes that he used for tours and traveling. We will also take time for lunch on your own at Graceland, allowing you to get even more out of your time at this world-renowned place.
accident set Rock n Roll in motion at famed Sun Studios in the heart of Memphis. Take a guided tour and hear the stories of how many legends got their start here, such as Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley. ducks make their way down the red carpet at the lavish Peabody Hotel and you may also explore Beale Street.
Duration: 15 hours
Inclusions :
- Access to Elvis Presley's Airplanes for self-guided tour
- 1-Hour Guided Tour of Sun Studio where legends Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and Elvis got their start
- Elvis Presley's Graceland Admission & "Elvis Entourage" VIP Access Tour
- Round-Trip Transportation aboard Air-Conditioned Coach Bus
- Skip-the-Line Entry into Graceland Mansion
- Nashville to Memphis Guided Sightseeing Day-Trip
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Free time to visit Peabody Hotel
- Graceland Mansion Audio-Guided Tour with Orientation Film
- Free time to explore the famous Beale Street in Downtown Memphis
- Access to Graceland Exclusive VIP Exhibit for self-guided tour
- Access to Elvis Presley Memphis Entertainment Complex which
includes Automobile Exhibit
What to Expect :
Pass By Gray Line Tours Travel from Nashville, aka Music City, to the Mississippi and experience legendary Memphis on this full-day tour, starting with hotel pickup in the early morning.
Admission Ticket Free
Graceland
After the 4-hour journey, celebrate the history of rock n roll with a visit to Elvis Presley's home, Graceland. Use your VIP-access pass (complete with a souvenir lanyard) to visit the burial site of 'the King,' walk through the Elvis car museum, and see two deluxe airplanes used for tours and traveling. (own expense) before re-boarding the coach.
Admission Ticket Included
Sun Studio
Next, head to Sam Phillips's famed Sun Studios, located in the heart of downtown Memphis. Take a 1-hour guided tour to see what the recording process was like. Hear tales of how legends like Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the King himself got their start here.
Admission Ticket Included
The Peabody Ducks
Afterward, see the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet from their fountain to the elevator as they head to bed at the lavish Peabody Hotel and learn how this unusual tradition was started.
Admission Ticket Free
Beale Street
Then spend about an hour on your own to explore Beale Street, famous for its blues and barbecue, or take a short stroll to the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum (admission is your own expense). Depart this lively downtown scene for the return to Nashville, with drop-off at your hotel after dark.
Admission Ticket Free
➤Stay at Hu. Hotel for 3 Nights
Thu 13 Nov 25: Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour
➤This two-hour walking tour of Memphis explores the city's rich history at a fun and leisurely pace. You'll explore historic Cotton Row and Court Square, the lovely and historic heart of 19th century Memphis; enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River; and hear fascinating tales of rebels during the Civil War as well as Prohibition Era bootleggers. You'll also experience a time-honored Memphis tradition, the famous March of the Ducks at The Peabody Hotel. This tour is suitable for the whole family. available is an additional guided tour of the historic Orpheum Theater (if option is selected).
Duration: 2 hours to 3 hours
Inclusions :
- Orpheum Theater guided tour (if option selected)
- Professional guide
- Local taxes
What to Expect :
Beale Street
The tour starts on historic Beale Street, the Home of the Blues, at Alfred's on Beale
5 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Court Square
History of one of Memphis' oldest and most beautiful parks
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Confederate Park
History of the 1862 Civil War Battle of Memphis
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
The Peabody Ducks
History of the South's Grand Hotel and the Peabody Duck March
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Mississippi River
History and importance of the Mississippi River
15 mins - Admission Ticket Free
General Washburn's Escape Alley Civil War History of Memphis
15 mins - Admission Ticket Free
WDIA-WHRK Radio Building History of WDIA, the "Goodwill Station"
10 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Barboro Alley History of Yellow Fever in Memphis
10 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Pass By The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
History of the Cotton Exchange and Historic Cotton Row
Admission Ticket Free
The Orpheum Theatre
Visit the Orpheum Theater, the premier entertainment venue in Memphis since 1928. If the add-on option is selected, guests will be allowed to participate in a guided tour of the building (available Monday- Wednesday only and subject to change based on availability).
1 hour - Admission Ticket Included
Fri 14 Nov 25: Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum Admission
➤Explore the birth of rock and soul music at the Memphis Rock and Soul Museum where extensive exhibits detail the musical pioneers who put Memphis on the map. Your admission ticket includes an audio guide that adds depth to the detailed displays, with more than 100 songs to make your toes tap as you take in the museum. Learn about blues, rock and soul music history as well as the development of Memphis itself as you dive into the fascinating stories that the museum brings to life.
Duration: 1 hour to 2 hours
Inclusions :
- Audio guide
What to Expect :
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
The Complete Memphis Music Story
1 hour - Admission Ticket Included
Beale Street
One of America's iconic streets filled with the best live music in the world.
24 hours - Admission Ticket Included
Sat 15 Nov 25: Memphis to New Orleans by Rail
➤Memphis to New Orleans by Rail
Memphis, TN 0640/1547 New Orleans, Economy Ticket
What's Included?
There is no middle seat and plenty of legroom At-seat lighting, tray table, and outlet
Upper-Level Seats
➤Stay at Maison Dupuy Hotel for 3 Nights
Mon 17 Nov 25: New Orleans French Quarter Food Adventure
➤Dig into the rich and varied flavors that make New Orleans one of the USA's top foodie destinations. From the most famous local haunts to some delectable hidden gems, you'll leave with not only a full stomach and a smile, but a greater understanding of how New Orleans food, culture,e and history all go hand-in-hand.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 mins
Inclusions :
- See Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral
- Stop at the oldest public market in America - The French Market
- Join a friendly Local English-speaking Guide
- Get tips on what else to see, do, and eat during your stay
- Walking tour with 5 food samples(expect: beignet, a local dish, Cajun, Gumbo, local praline)
What to Expect :
Jackson Square
Your culinary tour of New Orleans starts where it all began the banks of the Mississippi River. From here, youll witness the lifeblood of this region which brought new cultures, new influences, and new ingredients to the USA through its ports
15 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Pass By The Cabildo
Pass by the elegant Spanish colonial building that stands next to St. Louis Cathedral and houses many rare artifacts of America's history.
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By St. Louis Cathedral
Pass by the Cathedral-Basilica of St. Louis King of France - the oldest Catholic cathedral in continual use in the United States.
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By The Presbytre
We will also pass by the Presbytre, originally called Casa Curial or Ecclesiastical House, which was built on the site of the residence, or presbytre, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum.
Admission Ticket Free
French Market
Next, we will head to The French Market, the site of America's oldest public market. Historically a place of diversity with products and people from all walks of life, today The French Market is a modern yet unique culinary space. Well, be sure to stop for a local bite and get to know some of the colorful personalities who call this city home.
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
French Quarter
From the French Market, youll embark on the picturesque streets of the French Quarter where your guide will take you to some of their favorite palate-pleasing spots. Youll sample both a classic New Orleans dish, as well as a delicacy that you've probably never seen outside Cajun country. With an abundance of seafood, a fertile ecosystem within the bayou, and a history of spice trading, youll begin to realize why everything here tastes so good.
1 hour - Admission Ticket Free
Sun 16 Nov 25: New Orleans Music Tour
Although New Orleans is heavily associated with Jazz, this tour will show how every form of American popular music is informed by New Orleans. As the outrageous New Orleans R&B legend Ernie K-Doe said: I'm not sure, but I'm almost positive, all music came from New Orleans.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions :
- Tour Guide
What to Expect :
Louis Armstrong Park
Explore the world's richest musical city, starting with Louis Armstrong Park andCongo Square, the historic site of African slave gatherings, the only place in North America where pure West African religious rituals and musical traditions were performed. Congo Square is considered the wellspring of all New Orleans music and, consequently, so much of worldwide popular song. It is also the site of the first New
Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival in 1970. Park, view the building that housed Cosimo Matassa's groundbreakingJ&M Studios which created the New Orleans Sound with such New Orleanians as Professor Longhair, Dave Bartholomew, Fats Domino, Guitar Slim, Shirley & Lee, Lloyd Price, Ernie K-Doe, Allen Toussaint, Clarence Frogman Henry & visitors including Little Richard, Ray Charles, & Jerry Lee Lewis. J & MStudios is the true birthplace of rock n roll.
45 mins - Admission Ticket Free
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
From outside. Louis Cemetery #1, see the New Orleans Musicians Tomb, the use of which was donated by the musical dynasty Barbarin Family for free burial to musicians. The first burial to take place was for Lloyd Washington of the Ink Spots on October 23, 2004. The Musicians Tomb was restored and is administered by Robert Florence of Historic New Orleans Tours.
15 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Basin St. Station
You will visit Basin Street Station and stroll down Basin Street where youll see the remains of Storyville (including Frank Early My Place Saloon where Pretty Baby was written), fa abled turn-of-the-century red light district whose parlors presented the likes of King Oliver, Buddy Bolden, Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet and many more during the early days of jazz.
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
May Baily's Place
Then stroll through the tango BelttoMay Baileys and the site of the Old French Opera House ending with the legendary Preservation Hall, a place that represents the past, present, and future of New Orleans music.
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Preservation Hall
Then stroll through the Tango BelttoMay Baileys and the site of the old French Opera House ending with the legendary Preservation Hall, a place that represents the past, present, and future of New Orleans music. The origins of New Orleans Bounce Musi,c and check out the world's greatest street musicians who are carrying the flame to this very day.
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Tue 18 Nov 25: Departure
Prices & Departures:
Deposit: £150pp
➤Z67621 Heathrow from £2049pp
➤Z67724 Dublin from £2049pp
➤Z67711 Glasgow from £2129pp
➤Z67706/15/6 Manchester, Edinburgh or Newcastle from £2138pp
➤Z67718 Belfast from £2146pp
➤Z67703 Single Supplement from £626pp
Terms & Conditions:
➤Based on 2 Adults Sharing
Offer Includes
- International with 23kgs Baggage
- 3 nights at Best Western Plus Music Row in a Standard room with breakfast
- Grand Ole Opry Show Admission Ticket
- Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo
- Nashville to Memphis with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
- End in Memphis - Beale Street
- 3 nights at Hu Hotel Memphis in a Standard room on room only
- Historic Memphis guided walking tour
- Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum Admission
- Direct train from Memphis to New Orleans
- 3 nights at Maison Dupuy Hotel in a Deluxe room on room only
- New Orleans Music Tour
- New Orleans French Quarter food adventure
Meal Plans
- As per Itinerary