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America's Music Heritage
11 Days Starting in Atlanta, GA, USA and ending in New Orleans, LA, USA
Visiting: Atlanta, Nashville, Muscle Shoals, Tupelo, Memphis, Natchez, New Orleans
Tour Overview
Discover the country music capital of the world, Nashville, stepping foot in some of the city's most famed venues, visited by the likes of Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Aretha Franklin and Elvis Presley. Speaking of Elvis, we'll also visit his birthplace, Tupelo, before heading to his opulent mansion, Graceland, in Memphis, where the 'King of Rock and Roll' lived. Finally, we'll head to the cultural melting pot of New Orleans, a city which everyone should visit at least once!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Courtland Grand Hotel
Make your own way to the hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you for your welcome meeting this evening.
Day 2 Atlanta - Nashville
Location: Atlanta, Nashville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Nashville is both the capital of Tennessee and the country music capital of the world. This is where we spend the next two nights, with a sightseeing tour of its highlights included. Get to know your travelling companions better over a welcome dinner this evening.
Day 3 Nashville
Location: Nashville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we'll visit Studio B, which became famous in the 1960s for its part in the Nashville Sound, which revived the popularity of country music. We'll also head to the Country Music Hall of Fame to see a huge collection of artefacts connected with the genre.
The perfect way to end the day is with an optional evening concert at the Grand Ole Opry, one of the most important venues for country music anywhere in the world.
Day 4 Nashville - Muscle Shoals
Location: Nashville, Muscle Shoals
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day inspired by music begins with a visit to the Alabama Music Hall of Fame to see exhibits ranging from gold discs to costumes worn by the likes of Hank Williams and the Commodores. We also step inside the FAME Studios, where music legends such as Aretha Franklin, Little Richard and Otis Redding have recorded, as well as the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio.
Day 5 Tupelo - Memphis
Location: Tupelo, Memphis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Hampton Inn & Suites Beale Street
Meals Included: Breakfast
We make our way to another great musical city today – Memphis, which is located on the banks of the Mississippi River.
En route we call at Tupelo, the birthplace of Elvis Presley. We'll see the house where he was born and visit a museum which is home to one of the finest collections of Elvis memorabilia in the world.
Day 6 Memphis
Location: Memphis
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Hampton Inn & Suites Beale Street
Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast
Today we'll learn more about Elvis, starting with a visit to Sun Studios, where he made his first recordings. Next, we'll head to Graceland, the opulent mansion where the King of Rock 'n' Roll lived until his untimely death in 1977. We'll also find time to visit the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, located on the site of the Stax recording studio and record label of soul legends such as Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes, Later you can explore Memphis at your own pace. A stroll along Beale Street, which is lined with blues clubs, restaurants, shops and bars, is a great way to soak up the city's vibrant atmosphere.
Day 7 Memphis - Natchez
Location: Memphis, Natchez
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Natchez
Meals Included: Breakfast
We'll leave Memphis today and head to Natchez, a historic river town on the banks of the Mississippi. This laid back destination is filled with grand mansions and we’ll visit one today to learn about southern life in the “antebellum” period, before the civil war. Stanton Hall was built in 1859, and was occupied by Union troops during the American Civil War. Our guided tour here will give us a fascinating glimpse into the life of wealthy cotton merchant, Frederick Stanton, and his family.
Day 8 Natchez - New Orleans
Location: Natchez, New Orleans
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Quarter
Meals Included: Breakfast
New Orleans is our destination today, and we'll stay here for three nights. Also known as the 'Big Easy', this exciting city is the home of jazz, and our hotel is located steps away from the French Quarter. We'll enjoy an included sightseeing tour on arrival.
This evening, why not head in to the French Quarter with your travelling companions to enjoy a drink and a meal and soak up the lively atmosphere of this iconic area, where music spills from every doorway.
Day 9 New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Quarter
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we'll discover even more of New Orleans on an included walking tour of the French Quarter. We'll finish at a restaurant for a buffet brunch accompanied by live jazz music, served in a pretty outdoor courtyard.
The rest of the day is all yours to explore the galleries and boutiques of the French Quarter, or join an optional Louisiana swamp and bayou tour.
Day 10 New Orleans - At Leisure
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Quarter
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you can spend the day making your own discoveries in New Orleans. You could return to the French Quarter, explore some of the city's museums or stroll through one of the lovely parks.
This evening, if you want to enjoy a real southern experience, why not join our optional excursion. You'll board an authentic paddle steamer and cruise along the Mississippi River with dinner.
Day 11 Departure
Location: New Orleans
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end.
What's Included
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Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
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10 nights in hotels of a great standard
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A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
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11 included meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 brunch & 1 welcome dinner
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Transportation excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport
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Porterage
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No and your own room is guaranteed!
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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