American Rhythms Self Drive

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11 daysDuration

Independent TourPrivate tour for one or two travelers

2 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

New Orleans, USA

Ends

Lafayette, Lafayette

Highlights

Discover the beautiful riverboats, local jazz music, and incredible Creole cuisine of New Orleans

Explore the breathtaking crystal-blue waters and pristine sandy beaches of Alabamas Gulf Coast

Experience the Southern hospitality, local American music, and delicious cuisine of Nashville

Uncover the largest cast-iron statue in the world in Birmingham, standing at 56 feet tall

Visit the Old South charm with a metropolitan twist in Memphis, home of Elvis Presley

Unwind in the magnificent Jungle Gardens, Bird City, and Shrimp Capital of Cajun Country

Itinerary

This tour will guide you through the special charm and unique attractions of the Deep South. Begin your journey in the exotic city of New Orleans. Famous for its riverboats, jazz music and Creole cuisine, you will spend a couple of nights exploring the beautiful buildings, trademark squares, and incredible museums this city has to offer. Next, you will make your way through Mississippi's breathtaking coastal region until you reach Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Here you can explore the crystal blue waters and white sand beaches of Mobile, along with its modern architecture and fascinating museums. Continue to historic Montgomery before you reach Birmingham, home to the largest cast-iron statue in the world! Get ready to experience the incredible cuisine, local American music, and Southern hospitality of Nashville. During your stay, discover famous attractions like the Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry. Continue your journey to the Old South to experience the local charm and exciting place of Memphis, home of Elvis Presley. From there you will head to Cajun, where you can visit the Jungle Garden, Bird City, and Shrimp Capital of the World! Finish your journey with a final night in New Orleans before preparing for your final departure

day 1 - Tue /thu - New Orleans Arrival

Today you will make your own way to your international local airport to board your flight to New Orleans. New Orleans is one of the most exotic cities in the world, famous for riverboats, jazz, Creole cuisine and a seemingly endless parade of festivals. On arrival, pick up your car and proceed to your hotel. The remainder of your evening is at leisure. Take this opportunity to enjoy dinner at one of New Orleans' many famous Cajun or Creole restaurants

Overnight in New Orleans

day 2 - Wed /fri New Orleans

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore New Orleans on your own. Take a walking tour of the Vieux Carre, popularly known as the French Quarter, a place of narrow streets, wonderful old buildings and beautiful courtyards. Visit Jackson Square, Royal Street, Bourbon Street and the many museums. Take a full day bayou and swamp tour or enjoy a riverboat cruise on the Mississippi.

Overnight in New Orleans

day 3 - Thu /sat New Orleans - Biloxi - Mobile - Montgomery

This morning, experience the laid-back, sandy side of Mississippi as you make your way through its Coastal region. In Biloxi, seafood lovers will welcome the chance to join a shrimping trip. This unique and interesting cruise will expose you to the spectacular world of sea life caught during a real shrimping expedition. Continue to the grand dame of Alabama's Gulf Coast, Mobile. Founded in 1702 as the original capital of the Louisiana Territory and nestled along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, Mobile continues to impress with its sheer beauty, modern architecture, amazing museums and famous seafood. From here, it's on to Montgomery. No city has played a greater role in the history of Alabama than Montgomery. From Civil War to civil rights, Montgomery is steeped in history

Overnight in Montgomery

day 4 - Fri /sun Montgomery - Birmingham - Nashville

Head north through the fertile highlands of Alabama to Birmingham. A must-see in Birmingham is the Vulcan. Standing 56 feet tall from toe to spear point, the Vulcan is the world's largest cast-iron statue and considered one of the most memorable works of civic art in the United States. Cast from local iron in 1904, the Vulcan has overlooked the urban landscape of Alabama's largest city since the 1930s. Continue north to Nashville, a city that sizzles with American music, Southern hospitality, unbelievable cuisine and a boundless spectrum of nightlife.

Overnight in Nashville

day 5 - Sat /mon Nashville

A full day to discover the variety of attractions Nashville has to offer, such as the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, Opryland U.S.A. and world-famous Printer's Alley

Overnight in Nashville

day 6 - Sun /tue Nashville - Memphis

Depart the capital of country and western music for the home the blues. Memphis combines the charm of the Old South with the exciting pace of a modern metropolis. You may wish to tour downtown Memphis with its famous Beale Street, followed by a visit to Elvis Presley's palatial home, Graceland.

Overnight in Memphis

day 7 - Mon /wed Memphis - Vicksburg

Today visit Vicksburg National Military Park which commemorates the campaign, siege, and defence of Vicksburg in 1863. There's over 1,300 monuments, markers and plaques, a 16-mile tour road and a national cemetery, the nation's largest burial site of Civil War Union soldiers and sailors with graves totalling over 17,000.

Overnight in Vicksburg

day 8 - Tue /thu Vicksburg - Natchez

Today, drive south on the Natchez Trace Parkway which evolved from an Indian trail into a post road and pioneer highway, and on to Natchez, the oldest settlement in Mississippi. You may want to visit a plantation in Natchez (Burn, Dunleith, Melrose, Monmouth or Longwood). Longwood is reputedly the largest octagonal house in the country.

Overnight in Natchez

day 9 - Wed /fri Natchez - Lafayette

Today, travel south back into Louisiana through Alexandria, Ville Platte and Opelousas to Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country where the Acadians, or Cajuns, started arriving in 1765. Today these French-American's are famous for their joie de vivre which is reflected in their lively dancing, music and spicy food. Upon arrival, you may want to enjoy a walking tour of downtown to discover landmark buildings, or take a short drive to Acadian Village overlooking the bayou and filled with authentically restored Cajun homes and churches.

Overnight in Lafayette

day 10 - Thu /sat Lafayette - Cajun Country - New Orelans

A short drive from Lafayette takes you to New Iberia and Avery Island, the birthplace of Tabasco sauce. Other attractions include Jungle Garden, lush with tropical plants, and Bird City, a sanctuary filled with flurries of snow-white egrets. Continue to Morgan City, the \"Shrimp Capital of the World,\" and Houma, where you may want to take some time for an optional boat tour into the deep swamp and bayou to see alligators and other wildlife. Following the scenic route, and perhaps stopping at Terre Bonne or Southdown Plantation, you will arrive in New Orleans.

Overnight in New Orleans

day 11 - Fri /sun New Orleans –

Enjoy your remaining time in New Orleans before returning your rental car to the airport for your departure flight.

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10 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotel or similar

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One driver (must be at least 25 years old)

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Compact category rental car for 11 days including:KIA Rio or O6 Nissan or B Ford Focus or similarUnlimited mileagesRental Car pick up & drop off at New Orleans AirportDay by day driving instructions, map and recommendationsAll local applicable taxes

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