America's Musical Heritage
10 Days Starting in Nashville, Tennessee and ending in New Orleans, Louisiana
Visiting: Nashville, Memphis, Graceland, Clarksdale, Greenwood, Indianola, Natchez, Frogmore, Lafayette, Houmas House and Gardens, New Orleans
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Tour code:
AS-2024
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Are you a little bit country? A little bit rock ‘n’ roll? Then you’ll love this musical heritage vacation that follows the influential sounds of chart-topping history from Nashville to Memphis with a crescendo in New Orleans for all that jazz. Strut your way down Nashville’s Honky Tonk Row and to reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry. Swivel your hips through Elvis Presley’s Graceland estate and the famous studios and streets of Memphis. Jump, jive, and wail through the New Orleans French Quarter in search of the blues and beignets. You’ll also face the music as you follow the path of the Mississippi River to the famed Delta Blues Museum, the B.B. King Museum, and Morgan Freeman’s Ground Zero Blues Club. Both a musical and southern heritage tour, this vacation through the Deep South leads you to elegant antebellum mansions, historic cotton plantations, and the not-so-soft sounds of country, rock, and rhythm and blues.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Nashville,Tennessee
Location: Nashville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gaylord Opryland Resort
Meals Included: None
At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Nashville
Location: Nashville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gaylord Opryland Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your day with a visit to [LF] RCA Studio B, Nashville’s oldest recording studio. Then, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Nashville with a Local Guide, including Centennial Park’s full-size replica of Athens’ Parthenon. See the legendary recording and performing venues of Music Row and Honky Tonk Row—where music history was made and famous artists got their breaks. We then visit the Country Music Hall of Fame to see its collection of costumes, memorabilia, instruments, and photographs. Tonight, you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, the mecca for country musicians.
Day 3: Nashville,Memphis
Location: Nashville, Memphis
Accommodation Name: The Guest House at Graceland
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, depart for Memphis, “Home of the Blues,” and visit Sun Studio, one of the most famous recording studios in the world and where rock ‘n’ roll was first recorded. Then, visit the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, a celebration of the great Memphis soul music. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant tonight.
Day 4: Memphis. Excursion To Graceland
Location: Graceland
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Guest House at Graceland
Meals Included: Breakfast
See all the landmarks of Memphis today. A Local Guide will play and sing selections from the city’s rich musical heritage, along with generous amounts of comedy and interaction. We then travel to Elvis Presley’s Graceland for a tour of the King of Rock-n-Roll's estate. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 5: Memphis,Clarksdale,Mississippi,Greenwood
Location: Memphis, Clarksdale, Clarksdale, Greenwood
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Alluvian Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, follow the mighty Mississippi River deep into the heart of the Mississippi Delta, the “Birthplace of the Blues.” From the cotton fields, street corners, and juke joints of the Mississippi Delta came a new kind of music—the blues. Visit the Delta Blues Museum, dedicated to exploring the history and heritage of this unique American musical art form and masters of the art, including Muddy Waters and Sam Cooke. Peruse historical images, artifacts, musical instruments, and the cabin where Muddy Waters lived as a sharecropper. Enjoy a photo stop at the “Cross Roads,” where legendary blues guitarist Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in exchange for the best musical talent. Enjoy a [LF] special lunch with a local musician at Ground Zero Blues Club, owned by Academy Award-winning actor Morgan Freeman. After lunch, continue to Greenwood, where many of its buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a guided tour to see the filming locations of the Oscar-winning film, The Help.
Day 6: Greenwood,Indianola,Natchez
Location: Greenwood, Indianola, Natchez
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit the B.B. King Museum in Indianola, hometown of the legendary musician. Explore King’s 60-plus year career, from his time as a sharecropper and his time on Memphis’ Beale Street to the international music star he became. Artifacts, images, and a guitar studio where visitors can play instruments bring it all to life. Continue south to beautiful Natchez. Dinner tonight is at an elegant [LF] Magnolia Hall Mansion, a fine example of Greek Revival architecture style.
Day 7: Natchez,Ferriday,Louisiana,Frogmore,Lafayette
Location: Natchez, Ferriday, Ferriday, Frogmore, Lafayette
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
Meals Included: Breakfast
First stop today is the Delta Music Museum, where you are treated to a guided tour to hear intimate stories about Jerry Lee Lewis, Mickey Gilley, Conway Twitty, and other Louisiana Delta musicians. Then, head through Louisiana into the heart of Cajun Country for a visit to the historic Frogmore Plantation. Continue to Lafayette and partake in a unique experience at [LF] Martin Accordions, where you learn the history of accordion making, and enjoy music and storytelling by the Martin family.
Day 8: Lafayette,St. Martinville-Houmas House Plantation,New Orleans
Location: Lafayette, Houmas House and Gardens, New Orleans
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton New Orleans
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a morning visit to St. Martinville to see the famous oak tree from Longfellow’s poem, Evangeline. Then, cruise through the swampy waterways of the Atchafalaya Basin. See moss-draped trees, wildlife, and maybe even a lurking alligator or two. On to the Great River Road, where wealthy plantation owners built their monumental homes. Visit Houmas House Plantation and Gardens, called the “Crown Jewel of the Great River Road.” Enjoy lunch at the plantation followed by a mansion tour, which is filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Enjoy free time to stroll the magnificent gardens, gift shop, or have a Mint Julep at the Turtle Bar. Continue to exciting New Orleans for a 2-night stay.
Day 9: New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton New Orleans
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Let the good times roll in New Orleans with a guided sightseeing tour of the French Quarter. Stop at an above-ground cemetery and learn about the city’s unique funeral customs and drive along tree-lined St. Charles Avenue to see the stately homes bordering the historic Garden District. This afternoon is free to explore New Orleans on your own, shop for a favorite souvenir, or relax with a fresh cup of café au lait and a beignet. Tonight, celebrate your musical journey with a festive farewell dinner at one of the famed local restaurants in New Orleans.
Day 10: New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Stay in premium hotels such as Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, The Guest House at Graceland in Memphis, and Sheraton New Orleans.
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided tours of Nashville, Memphis, the French Quarter in New Orleans, and more, including visits to iconic music and historical sites.
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Special Experiences
Experience unique visits to RCA Studio B, Graceland, the Delta Blues Museum, B.B. King Museum, and a dinner at Magnolia Hall Mansion.
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Reserved Seats
Get reserved seats for a show at the Grand Ole Opry, offering an unforgettable music experience.
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Meals
Meals include daily breakfast, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners, ensuring a taste of local cuisine.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure protection.
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Some Meals
Not all meals are covered.
Some lunches and dinners will be at the travelers' own expense, offering the opportunity to explore local cuisine. -
Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, and room service are not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary are available at an additional cost.
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included but can be arranged at an additional cost.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Notes
The April 5 departure falls over French Quarter Fest.Add 2 nights in New Orleans (Tour ASE). The ASE April 25 departure occurs during the world-famous Jazz & Heritage Festival. Your Jazz Fest package includes a 1-day pass to the Jazz & Heritage Festival plus transportation to and from the Jazz Fest Grounds.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Accommodation
Nashville:Gaylord Opryland ResortMemphis:The Guest House at GracelandGreenwood:The Alluvian HotelNatchez:Magnolia Bluffs Casino HotelLafayette:DoubleTree by Hilton LafayetteNew Orleans:Sheraton New Orleans
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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