• Return flights from Heathrow with Delta Airlines
• 12 nights in hotels of a good standard plus 1 night in flight
• 4 breakfasts
• Tour Manager and Local Guide
• Overseas transfers and other transportation
• Porterage

DAY 1 UK/ATLANTA: You'll fly to Atlanta, Georgia, today. On arrival we'll transfer you to your overnight hotel, which is located downtown.​

DAY 2 ATLANTA: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before beginning your exploration of the Deep South in the company of your Tour Manager. Atlanta has been through many incarnations since it was founded as a railroad terminus in 1837. On your tour of the city you'll see its main highlights, including the Martin Luther King Museum. 
This afternoon we're going to drive to Chattanooga, where the famous Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel is our unique base for the next two nights.​

DAY 3 CHATTANOOGA: You've a free day to explore Chattanooga at leisure. You could take a walk along one of the waterfront trails or explore downtown on foot. There's a wealth of historic buildings to discover and the Bluff View Art District is full of restaurants, coffee houses, art galleries and gardens.

Alternatively you could opt to take a trip on the incline railway to Rock City. These incredible rock formations and gardens sit atop Lookout Mountain and offer fantastic views of seven states, including Alabama, North Carolina and Kentucky.

DAY 4 NASHVILLE: Leaving Chattanooga, we're bound for Nashville today, and en route we're going to visit the Jack Daniel's distillery in Lynchburg for a tour and tasting. 
On arrival in Tennessee's capital, a short orientation tour with your Tour Manger will help you to find your bearings. You'll see plenty more tomorrow, when a full day of exploration is planned.​

DAY 5 NASHVILLE: Here you are in the country music capital of the world, so of course the theme of the day is going to be music! First you're going to step inside the hallowed halls of Studio B, which became famous in the 1960s for its part in the Nashville Sound. Here, more than 35,000 songs have been recorded by artists including Elvis Presley, and you'll step inside the studio where he recorded 'Are You Lonesome Tonight?' As the lights are dimmed, just as they would have been for the King of Rock 'n' Roll, and you hear his incredible voice flowing from the speakers, you will be sharing a truly special moment. 
This is followed by the ultimate treat for Johnny Cash fans. Johnny's son, John Carter Cash, or the legendary musician's brother, Tommy Cash, will perform a private concert just for us. This promises to be a wonderful experience not to be missed. To round off the day you'll visit the Country Music Hall of Fame.
There's one more exciting experience to come if you choose to join an optional excursion – an evening of live music at the Grand Ole Opry. This is one of the most important venues for live country music in the world.

DAY 6 MEMPHIS: The next great musical city you'll visit is Memphis, stood proud on the bluffs of the Mississippi River. On arrival in the afternoon, we're going to set off together to discover some of its many highlights. They include the Riverfront and Beale Street, the home of the blues. On this iconic street, music emanates from every open door and street performers entertain the crowds.

DAY 7 MEMPHIS: Memphis is synonymous with Elvis Presley, and today we're going to find out about this connection. Our first visit is to Sun Studios, where the 'King of Rock 'n' Roll' made his first recordings back in 1954.
This is followed by Graceland, where we'll take a fascinating guided tour of the opulent mansion that was his home from 1957 until his death in 1977. Here you can fully immerse yourself in his life and career as you go back to his roots. You'll see the living room, kitchen, TV room, pool room and the famous Jungle Room among other highlights. The tour ends at the Meditation Garden, where Elvis is buried alongside his parents. This is sure to be a wonderful highlight of your holiday, and there's more to come tomorrow.

DAY 8 MEMPHIS: Today is yours to explore more of Memphis at leisure. Maybe you'll choose to visit one of the city's fascinating museums, which include the National Civil Rights Museum and the Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum.
Alternatively, if you enjoyed your visit to Graceland yesterday, today's optional excursion is sure to be tempting. Why not come with us to Tupelo, where you'll see the house where Elvis was born. You'll also get to visit a fantastic museum displaying one of the most remarkable collections of Elvis memorabilia in the world.​

DAY 9 VICKSBURG: We're going to take to the road today, leaving marvellous Memphis behind, and crossing the border into Mississippi.  On the way to our base for the evening, Vicksburg, we're going to visit the BB King Museum. Here you'll learn all about the life and music of the legendary 'King of the Blues'.​

DAY 10 NEW ORLEANS: As we head deeper south we're going to make a stop today in Natchez for a tour of an antebellum mansion. Our ultimate destination is the 'Big Easy', or New Orleans, home to another musical genre – jazz. Your hotel here is just steps from the famous French Quarter – the oldest district and cultural hub of the city – so you're well placed to make your own discoveries. Alternatively, you may choose to join an optional walking tour of the French Quarter, taking in Jackson Square, Pirate's Alley and the world-famous Bourbon Street. Whichever way you explore, as you stroll past the open doors of bars and cafés, you'll hear snatches of music as you go.

DAY 11 NEW ORLEANS: Prepare to see even more of New Orleans' highlights on an included tour this morning. As we drive around the city we'll see St Louis Cathedral and cemeteries full of above-the-ground tombs, known as Cities of the Dead. The rest of the day is all yours to do just as you wish. You could discover the art galleries and boutiques of the French Quarter, stopping at a pavement café to enjoy a spot of people-watching. 
However, if you're still keen to discover more, your Tour Manager is hosting an afternoon optional trip on an authentic paddle steamer. Once the only way to travel along the waterways of the South, this trip will take you on a glorious journey back to the 19th century heyday of these iconic vessels.

DAY 12 NEW ORLEANS: With so much to discover in New Orleans you might want to spend the day exploring at your own pace, with guidance from your Tour Manager. However, you can also join an optional excursion which shows you two very different sides of Louisiana. You'll head off into the swamps by boat, where you can look for plenty of wildlife, including alligators. You'll also visit a plantation house to learn all about traditional Southern-style farming methods.

DAY 13 NEW ORLEANS/UK: Today we'll transfer you to the airport for your return flight to the UK via Atlanta.

DAY 14 UK: ​You'll arrive back in the UK today.​

London Heathrow Departures

13th Mar 2020 - £2349 Per Person

24th Apr 2020 - £2449 Per Person

22nd May 2020 - £2549 Per Person

05th Jun 2020 - £2549 Per Person

11th Sep 2020 - £2549 Per Person

16th Oct 2020 - £2399 Per Person

23rd Oct 2020 - £2399 Per Person

06th Nov 2020 - £2349 Per Person

(Prices are based on 2 adults sharing)

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TUPELO - HOME OF ELVIS WHERE THE KING WAS BORN FROM £30: Take a visit to Tupelo, otherwise known as Elvis Presley’s Birthplace. The most significant landmark of Tupelo’s modern history is a modest, two-room house where the King of Rock & Roll was born. From this humble beginning, Elvis Presley began his swift rise to become the world’s most popular entertainer. The house, built by his father with $180, draws over 50,000 visitors each year. Learn about Elvis, visit his childhood church and don’t miss the photo opportunities by the statues of Elvis as a child.

Full Day – Minimum walking – Unforgettable experience

CHATTANOOGA'S INCLINE RAILWAY & THE NATURAL MARVEL ROCK CITY FROM £45: We start the excursion at Rock City, which is located at the top of Lookout Mountain. Just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, it is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking panoramic views of seven states. 

We then take a one way trip down “America’s Most Amazing Mile”. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic views of the mountains and valleys from the observation windows on the train as well as the panoramic views from the observation tower at The Incline’s top station. 

Half Day - Moderate walking - Exhilarating scenery

SCENIC LOUISIANA SWAMP AND A TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN PLANTATION FROM £46: For many years people have travelled extensively to locate a unique and exciting form of entertainment that you can only experience here – the famous Manchac Swamp. Join us for a unique journey back to the early days of Louisiana bayou and swamp explorations.

Destrehan Plantation was established in 1787 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit the oldest documented plantation in the lower Mississippi Valley. Wander around the authentic buildings on the plantation and lovingly restored main house. Find yourself immersed in the rich history of Louisiana and understand what it was like to live in another time, when French was the language and the white gold of sugar drove the economy.

Half Day – Minimum walking – Not to be missed!

ATMOSPHERIC FRENCH QUARTER WALKING TOUR FROM £20: A licensed Tour Guide will walk you along the streets of the old city of New Orleans, also called the Vieux Carre (Old Square). Some of the things you will see include the Mississippi River, Jackson Square, Café du Monde, Pirates Alley, Royal Street and the world famous Bourbon Street. Buses are not allowed in the French Quarter so this is an excellent way to get a true feeling of the original city. The tour last approximately an hour and a half. At the end of the tour, you will have an opportunity to go back to some of the places you have seen, take in some of the music of New Orleans and experience the delicious food and drink that New Orleans has to offer.

Evening tour – This is a must – Moderate Walking

GRAND OLE OPRY EVENING - A MUST FOR COUNTRY MUSIC FANS FROM £72: Opry is an American Icon and Nashville’s number one attraction, drawing thousands of people every year all looking to experience this one of a kind entertainment. This world famous venue has been referred to as the “Home of American Music” and “country music’s most famous stage”. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend an unforgettable performance at either The Ryman or Grand Ole Opry House in Opryland USA. (Operates subject to availability).

Evening – moderate walking – A Must See

JOURNEY BACK IN TIME ON A NEW ORLEANS PADDLE STEAMER FROM £39: Enjoy a two-hour jazz cruise by day from the heart of the French Quarter aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ …this fabulous excursion takes you back to when cotton was king and life was as slow and graceful as the current on the Mississippi. Let us show you New Orleans, one of the world's most active ports, as it can best be seen from the river aboard New Orleans' only authentic Steamboat. Enjoy live narration of historical facts and highlights of the port.

2 hour jazz cruise – Minimal Walking – Historical Interest

PREBOOKABLE PACKAGE FROM £115: You can save money and enhance your holiday with this Prebookable excursion package...

Chattanoogas Incline Railway and the natural marvel Rock City / Tupelo - Home of Elvis where the King was born / Scenic Louisiana swamp and a traditional Southern plantation

Passports and visas

When travelling to the USA, British citizens require passports with an integrated chip (shown on the front by a small rectangular symbol beneath the word PASSPORT), valid beyond the return date from the USA. Visas are not normally required for entry, but visitors must apply for an ESTA online with US Immigration at least 72 hours before departure at www.cbp.gov/esta . The current charge is $14 for British Citizens. British subjects and anyone who has a criminal record or has ever been arrested should consult the US Embassy as a visa may be required. Note too that if you have visited Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Syria, Libya, Somalia or Yemen since March 2011, or have dual nationality with any of these countries, you do require a US visa and cannot travel on the Visa Waiver Program.

Foreign Office travel advice

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