This tour includes:

• Return flights

• 8 nights' 4* hotel accommodation (room only basis)

• Private airport transfers in Nashville and New Orleans

• 1 hour Studio B tour and admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville

• Greyhound coach ticket from Nashville to Memphis

• VIP Tour of Graceland incl. Elvis' Airplanes

• Scenic Amtrak Train Journey from Memphis to New Orleans (Economy Class)

• Dinner Jazz Cruise aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ in New Orleans

Full itinerary

Day 1: Nashville
Upon arrival at Nashville Airport, you will be met at arrivals and transferred to the Fairlane Hotel Nashville, by Oliver. You will spend the next three nights here on a room-only basis. The rest of the day is at leisure. Home of the legendary Ryman Auditorium and the Grand Ole Opry, and to scores of hugely accomplished guitarists and songwriters; Nashville is every inch one of America’s foremost music cities. Why not head out tonight to catch some live music?

Day 2: Nashville 
Today you will have a one-hour tour of historic RCA Studio B, plus admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame. Visit the old recording home of popular music icons such as Elvis Presley and learn about Nashville’s musical history. 

Day 3: Nashville 
Today you have a free day to further explore Nashville at your leisure. Perhaps visit the Johnny Cash Museum or the Gaylord Opryland Resort Gardens, or wander around downtown to soak up its energetic atmosphere. Alternatively, why not visit the historic Jack Daniel's Distillery in nearby Lynchburg, where you can tour the distillery and enjoy several sample tastings of premium Tennessee whiskey. 

Day 4: Nashville – Memphis
Bidding farewell to Nashville, today you’ll take the Greyhound coach to Memphis where you will spend the next two nights on a room-only basis at the Hilton Hotel Memphis. As well as being forever linked with The King – Elvis; Memphis boasts a rich musical heritage. This evening, why not soak up the atmosphere of colourful Beale Street and its near endless choice of restaurants and bars, many of which offer live music? 

Day 5: Memphis 
Graceland, the former home of Elvis Presley is always high on the must-see lists of visitors to Memphis. Today you will take a self-guided tour of Graceland, with VIP access to the mansion and grounds, including Elvis' two custom aeroplanes, the Elvis Presley Car Museum, and Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase Museum, and Elvis Discovery Exhibits.

Day 6: Memphis – New Orleans 
In the morning, make your way to the Memphis Central Rail Station for a scenic Amtrak journey to New Orleans. Upon arrival, you will make your way to Higgins Hotel, Curio By Hilton New Orleans, where you will spend the next three nights on a room-only basis. The city of New Orleans is nicknamed the ‘Big Easy’ and is known for its non-stop nightlife, vibrant live music scene, and authentic cuisine. The city's historic heart, the French Quarter, is bustling with night-time antics and colourful architecture. Bourbon Street is particularly known for its Jazz clubs and constant lively atmosphere. 

Day 7: New Orleans 
Today is at your leisure, why not explore the French Quarter's famous bars and restaurants, where you can discover the signature drinks of New Orleans and a mix of local cuisine and fine dining establishments.

Day 8: New Orleans
Enjoy the morning and afternoon at leisure. Perhaps take a tour of the huge crypts at St Louis Cemetery, visit the National WWII Museum, grab a coffee and beignets from Café du Monde, or stroll through Jackson Square where local artists and performers showcase their works. In the evening, you will enjoy a Dinner Jazz Cruise on board the Steamboat NATCHEZ. This romantic river cruise on a paddle-wheel boat along the Mississippi will gift you with breathtaking views of the city, all to the backdrop of captivating Jazz music. 

Day 9: Fly to the UK 
Today you will check out of your hotel and take your private transfer to New Orleans Airport for your flight back to the UK.