Elvis Presley's Memphis, New Orleans & Nashville
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Elvis Presley's Memphis, New Orleans & Nashville
Journey through America’s musical heartland, from the birthplace of Jazz and the cradle of Rock ‘n’ Roll, to the undisputed capital of Country Music.
This wonderful holiday is crammed full of highlights, and infused with the magic and mystique, sights and sounds of the South. Beginning in Georgia you'll travel through the world of WC Handy, Robert Johnson, Fats Domino, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton and – of course – Elvis Presley. Stay in New Orleans, the laid-back Big Easy. See Tupelo, The King's birthplace, and Memphis, where he made his home. And, finally, head to the guitar-pickin', banjo-playing songwriters' city, Nashville, Tennessee.
- Guests: 2 Adults
- Duration: 7 Nights
- Board: Room Only
- Departing: Selected UK Airports
- Offer Date: February 2025
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Why Book?
✓Visit the guest house house at Graceland
✓Explore Elvis' hometown Tupelo, Mississippi
✓Experience Nashville, the world capital of country music
✓Admire the beauty of New Orleans' famous French Quarter
✓Journey through the sleepy Alabama countryside
This Tour Includes
✓Return flights
✓7 nights accomodation
✓Services of an experienced tour manager
✓Coach travel throughout
Day 1 - UK - Alabama
Meet your tour manager at the airport and transfer to your first hotel in either Montgomery or Birmingham, Alabama.
Day 2 - New Orleans
Head south across Alabama, into Louisiana, and along the Gulf Coast to the great city of New Orleans.
Day 3 - New Orleans
This morning’s optional guided tour is the perfect introduction to New Orleans. This afternoon, take the optional Louisiana Swampland excursion for a glimpse of the surrounding countryside and a taste of Creole life. Tonight, head back to the French Quarter to immerse yourself in the incomparable atmosphere of the place that gave the world jazz, and where the sounds and spirits of Louis Armstrong and ‘King’ Oliver still live on in the many bars and clubs.
Day 4 - New Orleans - Tupelo - Memphis
Travel north to Mississippi, the cradle of the Delta blues and home to the likes of Robert Johnson and Sonny Boy Williamson. Visit Tupelo, home of the tiny house in which Elvis Aaron Presley was born (entry payable locally). Then, continue to Elvis’ beloved hometown, Memphis. This evening, why not soak up the atmosphere of colourful Beale Street?
Day 5 - Memphis
Don’t miss today’s optional full-day Memphis Sounds excursion, which will include legendary Sun Studio where rock and roll was born. From Sun Studio, you’ll make your way to Elvis Presley Boulevard to pay a visit to Graceland, the King’s home, last recording studio, and final resting place.
Day 6 - Memphis - Nashville
Journey east to Nashville – the country music capital of the world and your base for the next two nights.
Day 7 - Nashville
Your final optional excursion will take you to legendary Studio B – home to countless country hits and a galaxy of Elvis’ RCA recordings – and to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Day 8 - Nashville - Chattanooga - Atlanta
Take a scenic drive south to Chattanooga (of “choo-choo” fame), a quintessential southern trading town beautifully set on the Tennessee River, before heading to Atlanta airport to check in for your flight back to the UK.
Day 9 - Atlanta - UK
Arrive home this morning after an overnight flight.
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