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Your Southern Grace Package
Southern Grace
Enjoy everything from rock 'n roll to Creole cuisine on this 9-Day guided tour that stretches from Nashville to New Orleans. In the birthplace of country music, take a tour of historic Studio B, in Nashville, with a professional sound engineer, who will record you and your fellow travelers singing for a once-in-a-lifetime keepsake. Later, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame on private tour and meet a local singer who will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the songwriting process. In Memphis, marvel at the mansion where Elvis once lived: Graceland. At the Houmas House plantation, take part in a Creole cooking demonstration, then feast on traditional Southern dishes for dinner. Allow a Local Expert to lead you through New Orleans’ best sites, from bustling Jackson Square to idyllic City Park.
Day 1
ARRIVE IN NASHVILLE
Your USA luxury tour begins by private transfer to Union Station Hotel, once a bustling train station from the early 1900s. Tonight, get your first taste of Deep South cuisine.
Included Dining: Dinner
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
KIMPTON AERTSON HOTEL
Day 2Founders Collection
NASHVILLE'S MUSICAL HISTORY
Visit Nashville’s highlights and participate in a rare recording session at Studio B joining a singer/songwriter to learn the stories behind the hits. Enjoy a performance at the Grand Ole Opry and, if you are travelling on a Founder's Collection departure, meet a Grammy-winning legend.
Included Dining: Breakfast
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
KIMPTON AERTSON HOTEL
Day 3
MEMPHIS AND GRACELAND
Personalise your day in Memphis with a tour of Elvis’ Graceland or afternoon tea at The Peabody. Learn about the personal side of "The King" or enjoy the only traditional English afternoon tea in Memphis at the opulent Chez Philippe dining room.
Included Dining: Breakfast
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
THE PEABODY MEMPHIS
Day 4
THE BEST OF MEMPHIS
Continue your exploration of Memphis with a backstage pass to Central BBQ Downtown. Later, delve into the Memphis music scene with a visit to the Sun Studio, "The Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll," led by a local musician.
Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
THE PEABODY MEMPHIS
Day 5
MISSISSIPPI MYSTIQUE IN NATCHEZ
The South’s unique architecture comes to life in Natchez’s antebellum homes. Tour an 1850s home or visit the Dunleith Historic Inn for a mixology class. At Monmouth Historic Inn & Gardens, learn the science behind the mint julep before a three-course dinner.
Included Dining: Breakfast, Dinner
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
MONMOUTH HISTORIC INN AND GARDENS
Day 6
FROGMORE, HOUMAS HOUSE, AND NEW ORLEANS
Gain insight into the history of the South at Frogmore Plantation and Gins, and Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. The French Quarter’s historic Ritz Carlton New Orleans welcomes you for the evening.
Included Dining: Breakfast
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
THE RITZ-CARLTON, NEW ORLEANS
Day 7
NEW ORLEANS SIGHTSEEING
Explore the Big Easy’s iconic sights and stroll through a beautiful above-ground cemetery. Embark on a behind-the-scenes tour of Mardi Gras World or visit the National WWII Museum.
Included Dining: Breakfast
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
THE RITZ-CARLTON, NEW ORLEANS
Day 8
EXPLORING THE BIG EASY
Dive into the Mississippi River Delta. Discover wildlife in the wetlands and explore the “Islenos” fishing villages over a Bayou-side lunch with a local fisherman. Whet your appetite on a VIP tour of the Southern Food and Beverage Museum followed by a private cooking class and feast of Creole and Cajun specialties.
Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MAGNIFICENT STAYS
THE RITZ-CARLTON, NEW ORLEANS
Day 9
DEPART NEW ORLEANS
Bid 'au revoir' to the Big Easy. Sit back and relax as your complimentary transfer escorts you to the Louis Armstrong Airport.
Included Dining: Breakfast
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Based on 12th April 2024 departure other dates are available.
* Conditions apply. Offer is limited, subject to availability and change without notice. Promotion is correct and valid at the time of publication. Booking and full supplier terms and conditions apply. Valid for new bookings only and not combinable with any other offer (unless stated).
Prices listed are per person in Australian/New Zealand Dollars, based on twin occupancy, including all discounts unless otherwise stated. The offer is subject to availability at time of booking. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Prices/Offers are correct as at 23 May 2023 and can be withdrawn without notice. Cabin categories include prepaid government fees and port taxes unless otherwise stated. Hotels may charge resort fees not included in this package, payable direct upon check in. Visas are not included. Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge.
