TUNES, TASTES AND TALES OF TENNESSEE

Day 1 – Arrive Memphis

Welcome to Memphis, Tennessee – Home of the Blues and the birthplace of rock 'n' roll!

After collecting your vehicle, settle in and start exploring this legendary music city. Head to famous Beale Street, where live music spills from the bars and clubs, and finish your first day with some authentic Memphis BBQ.

Overnight: Memphis

Day 2 – Memphis

Enjoy a full day discovering the music, history and flavours of Memphis.

Start with breakfast at The Arcade, Memphis' oldest café, before exploring the powerful National Civil Rights Museum.

Music lovers can visit legendary Sun Studio, where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis began their careers, followed by the Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

Then it's time for Elvis! Visit Graceland and Elvis Presley's Memphis before finishing the day at the historic Peabody Hotel to see its famous Duck March.

Highlights: The Arcade, National Civil Rights Museum, Sun Studio, Stax Museum, Graceland and Peabody Ducks.

Included: Elvis Experience Tour:
• Graceland Mansion Audio-Guided Tour with New Orientation Film
• Full Access to State-of-the-Art Visitor Entertainment Complex –NEW
• Elvis’ Two Custom Airplanes
• Elvis Presley Car Museum – ALL NEW, EXPANDED
• Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase Museum – NEW
• Elvis Discovery Exhibits – NEW

Overnight: Memphis

Day 3 – Memphis to Nashville

Hit the road and travel to Nashville – Music City USA!

Discover the incredible story of country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame. 

Continue your musical journey at the National Museum of African American Music, celebrating the influence of African American musicians across more than 50 musical genres.

Visit the legendary Ryman Auditorium before heading to Lower Broadway and Nashville's famous Honky Tonk Row for an evening of live music.

Highlights: Country Music Hall of Fame, Studio B, National Museum of African American Music, Ryman Auditorium and Lower Broadway.

Country Music Hall Of Fame Included: 

Highlights

• Explore the lyrics, instruments, and fashion that shaped country musicExplore the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on a self-guided tour

• Move between photo archives, listening stations, and engaging films

Day 4 – Nashville

Enjoy another full day discovering Nashville.

Explore East Nashville, one of the city's coolest neighbourhoods, filled with local restaurants, coffee shops, vintage stores, dive bars and craft cocktail venues.

Step aboard the impressive General Jackson Showboat for a taste of life on the Cumberland River.

Then experience one of Nashville's most iconic attractions – the Grand Ole Opry, home of the world's longest-running live radio show. Take a backstage tour before enjoying an unforgettable live performance.

Highlights: East Nashville, General Jackson Showboat and Grand Ole Opry.

Overnight: Nashville

Day 5 – Nashville to Gatlinburg & The Great Smoky Mountains

Leave Music City behind and hit the open road towards the spectacular Great Smoky Mountains.

Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most visited national park, with beautiful mountain scenery, wildlife and more than 850 miles of hiking trails.

Spend time enjoying the great outdoors before continuing to Gatlinburg, your base in the Smokies.

Highlights: Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg.

Overnight: Gatlinburg

Day 6 – Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Dollywood

Today is all about experiencing the fun and attractions of the Smoky Mountains.

Visit Dollywood, Dolly Parton's famous entertainment theme park, before exploring The Island in Pigeon Forge, home to shopping, dining and entertainment alongside the impressive 200-foot Great Smoky Mountain Wheel.

For a little adventure, head to Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, where you can zip-line through the treetops and enjoy spectacular mountain views.

There's also time for some serious shopping, with more than 200 factory outlet stores in nearby Sevierville.

Highlights: Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Anakeesta, Gatlinburg and Sevierville.

Overnight: Gatlinburg

Day 7 – Gatlinburg to Atlanta

Enjoy your final drive through the American South as you leave the Great Smoky Mountains and travel south to Atlanta, Georgia.

Return your rental vehicle and enjoy your final night in Downtown Atlanta.

Customised, Family Pricing and additionals night avaliable on request.