Tastes and Sounds of the South
Starting at $2,750
Destinations & Sightseeing
Itinerary and Meals
Accomodations
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Join us for a little jazz, home cookin', country music honky-tonks and a whole lot of Rock 'n' Roll on this inspiring At Leisure jaunt through the Deep South.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination Highlights:
CITY TOUR in Memphis, New Orleans
ORIENTATION of Nashville
VISIT Graceland, Oak Alley Plantation, Frogmore Plantation, Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Studio B, Sun Studios, Country Music Hall of Fame
CONNECT WITH LOCALS Enjoy an evening of true southern hospitality as you enjoy a meal at a private home. (Day 6)
DIVE INTO CULTURE Delve into the life and foot-tapping tunes of Johnny Cash with a member of his family and with costumed guides at the Frogmore Plantation. (Days 2, 7)
LOCAL SPECIALIST For sightseeing in Memphis, the birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll, on a restored cotton plantation and in New Orleans. (Days 4, 7, 8)
MAKE A DIFFERENCE Meet the Tanners on their cotton plantation and learn how your visit helps them to preserve the history of their estate and Louisiana cotton plantation heritage. (Day 7)
CITY TOUR in Memphis, New Orleans
ORIENTATION of Nashville
VISIT Graceland, Oak Alley Plantation, Frogmore Plantation, Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Studio B, Sun Studios, Country Music Hall of Fame
CONNECT WITH LOCALS Enjoy an evening of true southern hospitality as you enjoy a meal at a private home. (Day 6)
DIVE INTO CULTURE Delve into the life and foot-tapping tunes of Johnny Cash with a member of his family and with costumed guides at the Frogmore Plantation. (Days 2, 7)
LOCAL SPECIALIST For sightseeing in Memphis, the birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll, on a restored cotton plantation and in New Orleans. (Days 4, 7, 8)
MAKE A DIFFERENCE Meet the Tanners on their cotton plantation and learn how your visit helps them to preserve the history of their estate and Louisiana cotton plantation heritage. (Day 7)
First Class Travel Highlights:
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
Handcrafted Highlights
Optional Experiences and free time
All porterage and local charges included
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
VIP entry to many sights
MEALS
9 breakfasts
MEALS4 dinners
ITINERARY
Arrive Nashville (3 Nights)
The beating heart of America's Music City will chart your pace as you prepare to embark on a leisurely pilgrimage to discover the tastes and sounds of the South. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.
Nashville Sightseeing
The famous Nashville Sound comes alive this morning as RCA's Studio B reveals the legends of Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison. 'Dive into Culture' and gain insights into the life and music of Johnny Cash during a private performance of original Cash tunes with one of Johnny's family members. Our acoustic journey continues with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to see Elvis' Solid Gold Cadillac limousine and Jim Reeves' tuxedo jacket.
Nashville At Leisure and Sightseeing
In the morning, we will visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, then continue our discovery of Nashville on a 'Your Choice' sightseeing experience, exploring either the Johnny Cash Museum or the Ryman Auditorium. Amble through Broadway's honky-tonk scene or perhaps enjoy the gut-busting flavours of homegrown hot chicken or biscuits. This evening, the sound of country music fills the air as we head to the Grand Ole Opry to watch a performance of America's longest running live radio programme. Then, you will have the option to join a backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry or you can spend the day at leisure.
Nashville – Memphis (2 Nights)
Head to Beale Street, the birthplace of Blues, Soul, and Rock 'n' Roll, where we'll meet a musician and Local Specialist to learn about the musical heritage of Memphis. In the afternoon, you have the option of visiting the National Civil Rights Museum. Enjoy a Regional Dinner this evening.
Graceland Excursion
Worship at the altar of the King, Elvis Presley, and head to Graceland, paying tribute to the man who changed the face of American popular music and culture. Then, pay a visit to Sun Studios, which sought to immortalise the raw energy of Beale Street, recording the first Rock 'n' Roll single in 1951. This evening is free.
Memphis – Natchez
Kick off this morning's musical interlude at the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum before leaving for Natchez, Mississippi. 'Connect with Locals' as you enjoy a meal at a private home.
Natchez – Oak Alley – New Orleans (3 Nights)
Today you’ll take a deep dive into Southern history. On this morning’s visit to a working cotton plantation, Frogmore Plantation and Gins, learn about Natchez planters and slavery in the south. To further understand Louisiana history, continue through the countryside to visit Oak Alley Plantation.
New Orleans Sightseeing and At Leisure
Let the good times roll in New Orleans today, tracing the cosmopolitan history of one of America's oldest cities with a Local Specialist, stopping at City Park and one of the ornate above-ground cemeteries. Spend the afternoon soaking up the laid-back vibes of The Big Easy. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own.
New Orleans At Leisure
Today is yours to explore the French, Spanish and Creole sights and sounds of New Orleans. If you're feeling adventurous, visit Marie Laveau's Historic Voodoo Museum. This evening, join your Travel Director and new friends for a Farewell Dinner at the famed Court of Two Sisters.
Depart New Orleans
For now, it's 'Au Revoir' New Orleans, but not 'Adieu'. Take a transfer to New Orleans International Airport or extend your stay in New Orleans at the Sheraton New Orleans.
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