Sounds of the South New Orleans to Atlanta - 8 days

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8 daysDuration

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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Atlanta, USA

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Highlights

New Orleans - Explore the French Quarter’s wrought iron balconies, cobbled streets and rich mix of French, Spanish, Caribbean and African influences

Natchez - Discover a grand antebellum mansion and the legacy of the wealthy plantation owners who built homes above the Mississippi floodplain

Memphis - Uncover Beale Street, Front Street and the city’s deep roots in the blues and the cotton trade

Nashville - Experience the landmarks of Music City, from the Ryman Auditorium to Music Row and the enduring legacy of the Grand Ole Opry

Itinerary

Explore the heart of America’s Deep South on this 8-day journey from New Orleans to Atlanta, packed with music, history and Southern charm. Begin in vibrant New Orleans, where French flair and rich culture set the tone, before heading through Baton Rouge to the historic streets of Natchez. Follow the Mississippi River north to Memphis, home of the blues and rock ’n’ roll, then continue to Nashville, the capital of country music. Along the way, expect scenic drives, cultural landmarks and optional iconic experiences. Finish in Atlanta after a stop in Chattanooga, rounding off a trip full of character and rhythm.

day 1Arrive New Orleans

Welcome to New Orleans, Louisiana’s most important port city. People from around the world have been arriving here since Sieur de Bienville laid out the city’s streets in 1718. Today, New Orleans is a distinctive blend of Spanish, French, Caribbean, African and Anglo-Saxon influences - reflected in its food, architecture and, of course, its music. Your Tour Director will be available this evening to help you make the most of your stay in this lively and characterful city.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.

OverNight

New Orleans

day 2New Orleans at leisure

day 3New Orleans to Natchez via Baton Rouge

day 4Natchez to Memphis

day 5Memphis to Nashville

day 6Nashville sightseeing

day 7Nashville to Atlanta via Chattanooga

day 8Atlanta departure

What's Included

Meals

2 breakfast

Transport

Deluxe transportation by sprinter or minicoach

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7 days 3-4 star hotelsEscorted by a tour director - Guiding may be in additional languages as well as EnglishGuided sightseeing in New Orleans, Natchez, Memphis, NashvilleVisit a lavish Antebellum-styled Mansion in Natchez

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