11 Day USA Tour to Tennessee, Mississippi & Louisiana

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Day 1 - Arrive Nashville

Good old-fashioned Southern hospitality, charm, and big smiles from locals will welcome you to 'Music City', otherwise known as Nashville. A place of pilgrimage for country music enthusiasts, Nashville attracts musicians, songwriters, and performers and this city is certainly responsible for the evolution and popularity of the country genre we know and love. The careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry started right here in the basement studios of Music Row or on stage at the famous Grand Ole Opry, and you'll notice this legacy is apparent all across town. Settle into your hotel and meet up with your Travel Director this afternoon, then retire to your room to enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure.

Day 2 - Nashville sightseeing

Get your bearings this morning on a tour that will take you to Riverfront Park, Tennessee State Capitol, and Centennial State Park, where you'll be transported straight to Athens as you admire the Parthenon, a jaw-dropping replica of the original. Icons visited, you'll then delve into the incredible musical history of the city with a visit to Music Row, stopping off at RCA Studio B where industry legends like Dolly Parton and the Everly Brothers have all recorded albums. No Nashville musical tour would be complete without a snoop around the Country Music Hall of Fame, which traces the history of country music and proudly displays priceless memorabilia from Hank Williams and Loretta Lynn. Scout out the tastiest hot chicken and biscuits on your own this afternoon, and then this evening you're off to the Grand Ole Opry to listen to a live show of America's longest-running live radio program.

Day 3 - Nashville

Ready to continue your country music education today on your own? If so there's no better option than the Ryman Auditorium, where you can take a self-guided tour and watch music magic come to life through the 'Soul of Nashville' theater Optional Experience. Check out Nashville's newest museum - The National Museum of African American Music which tells the story of American music through interactive technology. The night is young! If you’re feeling in the mood, get out into the action and experience a honky tonk under the neon lights of Broadway!

Day 4 - Nashville – Memphis

From one music-obsessed city to another, you'll leave Nashville this morning and travel to Memphis. Home to "The King" who needs little introduction, music is the lifeblood of this toe-tapping city with bluesy Beale St. a fine example of this. Arriving here you'll dive straight in with an orientation tour viewing the impressive Memphis Pyramid and the historic Peabody Hotel. Next, see the Lorraine Motel, perhaps one of the most significant sites of the entire Civil Rights Movement, the very place where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. With an afternoon and evening free, you might want to check out our Optional Experiences. You could visit the Rock N' Soul Museum, which displays wonderfully curated exhibits that tell the story of the birth of rock and soul music before grooving on over to Beale Street for a BBQ dinner at a lively joint that serves up Southern treats accompanied by live music, naturally.

Day 5 - Memphis sightseeing 

Rise and shine, food fanatics, your day starts with a taste of Southern favorites at the popular Memphis spot, The Arcade. Attention, Elvis fans, today you make the pilgrimage to Graceland, touring the King’s iconic mansion and private planes. Top off the afternoon at Sun Studio, where Elvis was first discovered back in 1954, and learn the legacy left behind by the 'King of Rock n' Roll'. 

Day 6 - Memphis

How to go big on your final day in the Home of the Blues, Soul, and Rock-n-Roll? Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Choice Experience Civil Rights History & Culture tour led by a local historian including the National Civil Rights Museum and Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum. This tour visits the most significant places of the Civil Rights Movement in Memphis that will leave you reflecting on the tragic history of those who fought tirelessly for equality. In the late afternoon you can join the Backbeats Musical Mojo Tour aboard the nation’s only music bus diving deep into Blues Music.

Day 7 - Memphis – Natchez

Today on your US South value tour, pull into Natchez on the banks of the Mississippi where the unique architecture of the South flaunts its style in antebellum homes. Feel like taking a closer look? Visit an Antebellum Classical Revival mansion, Stanton Hall. Thirsty after all this exploring? Wet your whistle with a Choice Experience mixology class learning how to make a Mint Julep on the grounds of the National Historic Landmark, the Dunleith Historic Inn, followed by a delicious Southern feast.

Day 8 - Natchez – New Orleans

Cute cafes, voodoo, and the mansions of the Garden District . . . every day in NOLA is cause for celebration. The world's longest continuous bridge over water marks your arrival in 'The Big Easy'. A Local Specialist shows off the top sights including the city's many unique cemeteries, taking a peek around the elaborate stone crypts and mausoleums. Perhaps hit Burbon Street for a classic Big Easy evening.

Day 9 - New Orleans sightseeing

Today on your US South value tour discover how everything in New Orleans is larger than life with a full free day. Have your fortune told in Jackson Square, stroll the French Quarter or eat your way around the city. If the swamps and bayous are on your list, a Choice Experience will get you out on the water with a pontoon boat trip where a local guide will keep a keen eye out so you can spot 'gators, eagles, snakes, and egrets.

Day 10 - New Orleans

It’s your final full day in NOLA and the final day of your trip, so make sure you go out in style. Why not join an Optional Experience cooking demonstration to learn how you can recreate some of the city’s tastiest dishes once you return home? The New Orleans School of Cooking is hosted by local chefs who share tips and stories, plus there are plenty of tasters to keep appetites at bay. Or visit the WWII Museum, designated by Congress as America’s official museum about World War II, The National WWII Museum features a rich collection of artifacts that bring history to life. Jazz fans can opt for a Jazz Dinner Cruise on the Mississippi River, accompanied by the sounds of the Grammy-nominated band Dukes of Dixieland, played by a live band.

Day 11 - Depart New Orleans

With the bluesy beats of Beale Street and the smiles of Nashville still fresh in your mind, your trip will come to an end today. Delicious Southern food still fresh in your thoughts and undoubtedly richer in memories, you'll say goodbye to your new friends as you head your separate ways. If you can't bear to leave NOLA just yet, you can also choose to extend your stay.

Please note: cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change at any time by the cruise company.

Departing Dates: 7 Apr 2025

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Departing Dates: 17 Apr 2025

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Departing Dates: 5 May 2025

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Departing Dates:19 May 2025 / 9 Jun 2025 / 23 Jun 2025 / 8 Sep 2025 / 22 Sep 2025 / 29 Sep 2025 / 13 Oct 2025

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Departing Dates:15 Sep 2025

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Departing Dates: 16 Mar 2026 / 30 Mar 2026 / 4 May 2026 / 18 May 2026 / 1 Jun 2026 / 8 Jun 2026 / 22 Jun 2026 / 7 Sep 2026 / 14 Sep 2026 / 21 Sep 2026 / 28 Sep 2026 / 12 Oct 2026

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Departing Dates: 6 Apr 2026 / 16 Apr 2026

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Departing Dates: 31 Aug 2026

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*Please note that prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

• The Inn at Opryland, Nashville (3 nights)
• Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (3 nights)
• Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel
• La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham New Orleans Downtown (3 nights)

Will I need a passport/visa?

Passports are needed when travelling outside of your home country. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of your trip. You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.

Authentic COVID-19 vaccination certificate (electronic or paper showing date and time of vaccination(s)) with final or booster dose given at least 15 days before departing is required for this trip.