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Discover Tennessee’s Mountains & Music Cities
From £1,896 pp
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13 nights
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Economy flights
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Available May - October
Beautiful Tennessee has it all, mighty rivers, magnificent mountains, and attractions galore. Experience it all on this fly drive that takes in rock n’ roll and country music in Memphis and Nashville, the thrilling rollercoaster rides at Dollywood Theme Park, and the popular Great Smoky Mountains and its charming mountain towns.
What's Included?
- International flights from London in economy class
- Accommodation for 13 nights
- 14 days compact size car with insurance coverage, unlimited mileage and taxes
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Day 1-3
Arrive in Nashville
Welcome to Nashville, oozing good old Southern charm, iconic music attractions, fabulous food, and popular live music venues. Country music and music generally is the heart and soul of the city, with the ‘honky tonk’ bars on Broadway playing music all day long. Attractions not to be missed are RCA Studio B where many country songs were recorded by artists including Dolly Parton and one of the largest music museums in the world, the Country Music Hall of Fame. For a special treat go and see a country music concert in the iconic Grand Old Opry! Another recommended stop is Fifth + Broadway home to an array of shops and restaurants and the fascinating National Museum of African American music.
Day 4-5
Nashville to Knoxville, 180 miles
Head east to the city of Knoxville, which sits on the Tennessee River and is the perfect springboard to explore the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Market Square located in the heart of downtown is a hive of activity with concerts and an array of restaurants and unique shops plus live music. The Sunsphere dominates the city’s skyline, a one-of-a-kind structure that was built in 1982 for the World Fair. Take in the 360 degrees views from the 4th floor observation deck which has views of World Fair Park and the Great Smoky Mountains.
Day 6-7
Knoxville to Pigeon Forge, 36 miles
Drive to Pigeon Forge via Sevierville, the childhood home of Dolly Parton where she was raised with her 11 brothers and sisters. Take a walking tour of the city’s historic sites and see the perfectly sized bronze Dolly Parton statue. Before continuing onto Pigeon Forge, stop at the Tanger Outlets and its 100 shops selling everything from clothes and shoes to sportswear. Spend the next two nights in Pigeon Forge located in the Great Smoky Mountains. Explore the park on foot, on a river raft or ATV vehicle or visit Dolly Parton's Dollywood Theme Park – the biggest attraction in Pigeon Forge with more than 50 exciting thrill rides and musical performances all day long.
Day 8-9
Pigeon Forge to Chattanooga, 147 miles
Head south-west to the riverside city of Chattanooga, made famous by the Glen Miller song 'Chattanooga Choo Choo'. It is one of the south’s smallest towns, but it has a big heart and is bursting at the seams with character and things to do. Ride the world's steepest passenger incline railway on a mile-long climb up Lookout Mountain where on a clear day you can marvel at views across seven Southern States. Chattanooga is also home to Ruby Falls – North America's tallest and deepest underground waterfall.
Day 10
Chattanooga to Muscle Shoals, 174 miles
Travel to the north-west corner of Alabama, and Muscle Shoals to learn about the states musical history that makes it the ‘hit recording capital of the world’. Tour the Fame Recording Studio founded by Rick Hall and see the studios where artists including Etta James, Otis Redding and Aretha Franklin made hit songs. Also visit Muscle Shoals Sound Studio where Tina Turner and other famous artists recorded and find the secret bar! Stay in the nearby town of Florence for the night.
Day 11-13
Muscle Shoals to Memphis, 200 miles
Today we travel to the states of Mississippi and Tennessee to visit Tupelo where Elvis Presley was born. Visit his humble childhood home, his family’s church, and the Tupelo Hardware store where Elvis was bought his first guitar. Move on to Memphis, home to Graceland, Elvis Presley’s iconic mansion, where you can truly immerse yourself in the life of this musical great. Also, why not have a look at a few of his favourite playthings at the Automobile Museum? Another 'to do' is a tour of Sun Studio, nicknamed the 'birthplace of Rock ’n’ Roll'. You could also enjoy afternoon tea at the Peabody Hotel and watch in wonder at the March of the Peabody Ducks, before filling up on the finest barbecue food in Tennessee.
Day 14
Homeward Bound
Enjoy your last day soaking up the sights and smells of the south before you drive back to Nashville airport to drop off your hire car and board your flight back to the UK.
Related Itineraries
Please note selected national parks in the USA require reservations for vehicles in order to enter the parks. Reservations are required in advance. This is in addition to purchasing a national park entrance ticket. Early booking is recommended.
Further information on the parks, where vehicle reservations are required and how to book can be found on:
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