Music Cities: Nashville & Memphis (NF)

7 Day Tour from Nashville to Memphis

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There’s a whole lotta shakin’ going on when you embark on this boot scootin’ tour of two of the country’s most melodious cities. Follow the tunes through Tennessee to the music-producing meccas of Nashville and Memphis for the sights and sounds that defined country, blues, and rock ‘n’ roll. High notes in Nashville include a guided tour of the historic Ryman Auditorium, reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry, and a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame. In the home of the blues and birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, you’ll tap your toes around the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Elvis Presley’s Graceland estate, and Sun Studios, the famous recording studio that launched the careers of Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and countless other crooners. Sublime harmonies and southern hospitality await in both cities as you bebop down Broadway and Beale Streets on this marvelous musical heritage tour.

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Select Globus 2021 North America tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. 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 North America 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 Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!

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Meals

Meals & Itinerary

Breakfast daily, 2 dinners

Notes:

For maximum enjoyment, guests should be able to walk 1/2 mile with ease and over uneven pathways and cobblestones.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Welcome to Music City, USA! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

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Day 2 NASHVILLE

Studios, Stages & Stars Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Nashville, including Centennial Park with its full-size replica of Athens’ Parthenon, the recording studios of Music Row, and famous Honky Tonk Row. Then, visit RCA Studio B, known as one of the cradles of the Nashville sound and the region’s oldest recording studio. Learn the stories of music titans who recorded here, including Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and the Everly Brothers. Free time this afternoon. Tonight, visit the Grand Ole Opry where you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show.

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURAL GEM The legendary RCA Studio B is a hallowed hall of recording history where legends like Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins, Dolly Parton, and the Everly Brothers laid down classic tracks in Nashville’s oldest recording studio. Between 1957 and 1977, more than 35,000 songs were recorded here, making their mark on the musical landscape of America.

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Day 3 NASHVILLE

Landmarks & Legends Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame to see its collection of costumes, memorabilia, instruments, and photographs. Next, enjoy a private guided tour of one of America’s most treasured music landmarks, the Ryman Auditorium, a National Historic Landmark. The remainder of the day is free to explore Nashville at leisure. You may want to visit the historic Printer’s Alley, shop for souvenirs on Broadway, or listen to up-and-coming musicians at one of the many music venues in town.

LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC SPOT Ryman Auditorium, known throughout the world as the “Mother Church of Country Music,” served as home to the Grand Ole Opry for over 30 years. Its walls hold the country’s history—from Harry Houdini, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Bob Hope to incredible musical artists like Hank Williams, B.B. King, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley. The Ryman experience is a hit with performers and guests, featuring outstanding acoustics and unique architecture still attracting today’s hottest performers from all styles of music.

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Day 4 NASHVILLE–MEMPHIS

Leaders & Legacies Depart Nashville for Memphis, known as “Blues City,” where the first stop will be the National Civil Rights Museum, exploring the history of the Civil Rights Movement and the impact on our culture today. Continue to the Guest House at Graceland for a 3-night stay. Located just steps away from the historic home of Elvis Presley, The Guest House blends Colonial design with warm Southern hospitality, reflecting Elvis’ personal style. Your stay here is the perfect way to experience the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and the home of the blues. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES Visit the National Civil Rights Museum for an informative and inspiring experience in America’s civil rights movement. See fascinating and moving exhibits that trace the movement and milestones from the 17th century to the present. The museum is built around the former Lorraine Motel, the site of Martin Luther King’s assassination in 1968.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 5 MEMPHIS

Singing the Blues See the landmarks of Memphis on a city tour with a Local Guide while they sing festive songs from Memphis’ rich musical heritage. Explore Sun Studios—considered the most famous recording studio in the world and where rock ‘n’ roll was first recorded and is still going strong recording legendary artists. Round out the afternoon with a visit the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, which tells the critical story of the musical pioneers who overcame racial and socioeconomic obstacles to create music that changed the world.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MUSICAL LEGENDS Ever since the Father of the Blues, W.C. Handy, coined the phrase, ‘Memphis Blues,’ this Tennessee mecca for American musicians has produced soulful sounds of syncopated rhythms with a blend of early jazz, vaudeville, ragtime, and folk styles with deep roots in the Deep South of the early 1900s. Memphis is also a mecca for rock-and-roll and country music icons throughout history, including artists who’ve recorded at the legendary Sun Studio such as Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Roy Orbison. Go deeper into music history with a visit to the Stax Museum of American Soul Music to discover the legacies of iconic artists from Otis Redding to Aretha Franklin

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Day 6 MEMPHIS

Goin’ to Graceland Today is devoted to Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Tour the mansion to see his original business office, and his enormous collection of gold records and awards. Also see the “Graceland of the Skies,” a remodeled jet named after Elvis’ daughter. Tonight, celebrate your time in Nashville and Memphis with a festive farewell dinner at one of Memphis’ most famous barbecue restaurants, Rendezvous.

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Bite into a delicious piece of Memphis history with dinner at the Rendezvous where those who know—from locals to tourists to dignitaries and celebrities—all make their way through the alley across from the Peabody Hotel where the Vergos family has been serving their world-famous charcoal ribs, brisket, chicken, and red beans and rice for more than 75 years. A quintessential Memphis experience!

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES Tour the mansion at Graceland with access to Elvis’ original business office, his enormous collection of gold records and awards, plus the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest. See Elvis’ collection of ornate jumpsuits and capes, the automobile museum, and his collection of airplanes.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 7 MEMPHIS

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more in Memphis? Additional nights are available for purchase.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

BARBARA BURYIAK

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“As a Tour Director for more than two decades, I've always had a passion for travel. At 18, I traveled solo throughout Europe. A few years later, I was one of three youth ambassadors on a cultural exchange to Burkina Faso. As a Tour Director, I enjoy showing off America's Heartland. I encourage my guests to talk to the locals and try the regional foods. Guests often tell me that their fondest memories are of their time spent in small towns with "real Americans."”

Accommodations

Nashville

Memphis

Nashville

Gaylord Opryland Resort

Moderate Deluxe

2800 Opryland Drive
Nashville, United States

Free Wifi

This premier Opryland hotel offers guests an unforgettable getaway with all the excitement and energy of the Music City under one spectacular roof. There isn't a shortage of things to do at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, which features indoor and outdoor swimming pools, state of the art fitness center, relaxing spa and salon, and nine acres of lush, indoor gardens and cascading waterfalls.

Hotel Amenities

Fitness Room
Hot Tub
Bar/Lounge
Parking/Valet
Free WiFi
Elevator
Restaurant On-Site
Pool
ATM
Laundry Available
Business Center

Room Amenities

Non-smoking Rooms
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Phone
Complimentary Newspaper
Iron/Ironing Board
Hair Dryer
Internet Access
Voicemail
Disabled Access / Rooms
Coffee Maker
Desk
Television
Cable/Satellite

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Memphis

MUSICAL IMPACT

Visit the Rock `n' Soul Museum for a comprehensive Memphis music experience. Explore the birth of rock and soul music, the evolving sounds of Memphis music, and hear stories of musical pioneers at the Rock `n' Soul Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, located on historic Beale Street.

Price Range: $

FAST AND FUN

Enjoy a guided tour of the Edge Motor Museum. The museum focuses on the preservation of iconic cars and the collection of cars displayed is based on historical and cultural significance. Enjoy interactive displays and culturally significant stories associated with the cars, including why Henry Ford said, "You can have a Model T in any color as long as it is black."

Price Range: $

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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