Tastes and Sounds of the South (Busreis)

Hoogtepunten

Dining Summary

• 4 Dinner (D)
• 9 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

• Natchez: Join your host for an evening of true southern hospitality and an opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of two beautiful Natchez homes.

Dive into Culture

• Nashville: You'll gain insights into the life and music of Johnny Cash during a private performance of original Johnny Cash songs with one of Johnny's family members. This is a unique opportunity to not only hear a family member play his music but to also have a private experience with them one on one to ask questions and connect.
• Natchez: Discover how they preserve their Mississippi Delta cotton plantation heritage with costumed guides at the Frogmore Plantation.

Iconic Experience

• See a live Performance at the Grand Ole Opry
• Nashville: See a live musical performance at the Grand Ole Opry - the show that made country music famous. The Grand Ole Opry is dedicated to honouring country music’s rich history and dynamic present, showcasing a mix of country legends and the current chart-toppers who have followed in their footsteps.
• Nashville: Visit the Johnny Cash Museum which features the world's largest collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia in the world. Walk through the life of the 'Man in Black' through interactive exhibits, films, and displays.
• Memphis: Memphis is the home of blues, soul, and rock n' roll music. Enjoy a Music city tour including Beale Street, a National Historic Landmark and one of the most iconic streets in U.S. filled with restaurants, live music venues and shops - right in the heart of downtown Memphis.
• Memphis: Explore the lavish mansion and private retreat of Elvis Presley and get an intimate look into his Rock N' Roll life.
• Memphis: Take in the historic Sun Studios on a guided tour led by a local musician. Opened in 1950 this storied studio is where Elvis got his start, along with many other all-time greats.
• Memphis: Take a trip to the Memphis' Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum and explore the birth of rock and soul music. The museum tells the story of musical pioneers who, for the love of music, overcame racial and socio-economic barriers to create the music that shook the entire world.
• New Orleans: Get to know the city with a Local Expert - from the Garden District to the French Quarter, Uptown to Treme, you'll get to know and better understand what makes this vibrant city tick.
• New Orleans: Taste the melting pot of cultures of New Orleans in this hands on cooking experience. Learn to make iconic southern dishes such as gumbo, red beans, dirty rice, etoufee and a creole bread pudding. Don't worry you'll also get to dine on these dishes and more, leaving with a full stomach and the knowledge to make these authentic dishes at home for friends and family.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Memphis: The museum is built around the former Lorraine Motel, which was the site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the most visible spokesman and leader in the American civil rights movement. The museum is devoted to the thousands of people who were a part of the entire American Civil Rights Movement. It is one of the nation's premier heritage and cultural museums. Your docent-led experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore RCA Studio B in Nashville, music city tour and Sun Studios on a guided tour led by a local musician in Memphis, Frogmore Plantation in Natchez, discover how to make iconic dishes at the New Orleans School of Cooking
• Discover Nashville
• Visit Country Music Hall of Fame for a private performance of original Johnny Cash tunes with one of Johnny’s family members, Grand Ole Opry and the Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville, Graceland and the Rock 'n' Soul Museum in Memphis
• Nashville: The famous Nashville Sound comes alive this morning as RCA's Studio B reveals the legends of Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison. 'Dive into Culture' and gain insights into the life and music of Johnny Cash during a private performance of original Cash tunes with one of Johnny's family members.

Trafalgar Difference

• Nashville: Located in the heart of Nashville, the Gaylord Opryland Resort is an icon of cultural heritage and entertainment. Within the expansive property, you can explore nine acres of lush, indoor garden atriums and join in activities and performances. You’ll learn that the resort has witnessed iconic performances, including those by country legend Johnny Cash, and stands as the proud home to the world-renowned Grand Ole Opry right here in Music City.

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Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• All transport and transfers shown
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Optional Experiences and free time
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Reisaanbieding

Dit is een georganiseerde groepsreis: het reisplan is door de reisoperator vastgelegd. De reisbestemmingen, duur, overnachtingen, vertrekdatums en prijs zijn fix. Je kunt je aanmelden, meedoen, genieten en andere reizigers ontmoeten.

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