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Soundtracks of the south

11 days / 10 nights from NZ $5,299 per person

Soundtracks of the South - 11 days / 10 nights from NZ $5,299 per person

Follow the rhythm of America’s musical heartland on this Southern journey through Nashville, Muscle Shoals, Clarksdale and Memphis, featuring a collection of carefully selected included experiences along the way. Designed for Kiwi travellers with a love of music, storytelling and authentic regional culture, this itinerary traces the evolution of American sound - from country songwriting rooms and legendary recording studios to the birthplace of the blues and the home of rock’n’roll. Begin in Nashville, where honky-tonk energy and songwriting heritage define the city’s creative pulse. Travel south along scenic backroads and sections of the Natchez Trace Parkway, pausing in Lynchburg for a classic Tennessee whiskey experience, before reaching Muscle Shoals, where soul music history was written inside modest studios on the Tennessee River. Continue into the Mississippi Delta, stopping in Clarksdale for raw blues culture and juke joint atmosphere, before finishing in Memphis, where Sun Studio, Beale Street and Graceland bring the city’s iconic musical legacy to life. This is the Deep South, told through music, landscape and lived history.

This is a suggested itinerary for your Soundtracks of the South journey. There are no fixed departure dates or schedules so you can customise the itinerary to suit your personal preferences and needs. Please contact us if you are looking for a music inspired itinerary and we can create a personalised travel package just for you.

Graceland TN Dept of Tourist Development Margaret Fuqua via The Tour Operator

package inclusions

* Airport arrival transfer in Nashville
* 4 nights at the Holston House, Nashville
* Nashville Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour
* Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum admission
* RCA Studio B Tour
* Guided Food Tour of 12South with 5+ Tastings
* Grand Ole Opry Show Tickets + Post-Show Backstage Tour
* 4-day Alamo Car Rental in a Standard SUV
* Jack Daniel’s Distillery Tour
* 2 nights at The Stricklin Hotel, Florence
* 1 nights at the Travelers Hotel, Clarksdale
* 3 nights at the Hyatt Centric Beale St, Memphis
* Memphis City Tour with Sun Studio
* Mississippi River Dinner Cruise
* Graceland - Ultimate VIP Elvis Experience
* Airport departure transfer in Memphis
* Travel USA Planning Assistance

The legendary Crossroads in Clarksdale

highlights

The following highlights include a combination of included experiences and optional activities depending on travel style and preferences.

Nashville - Broadway, Country Music Hall of Fame, RCA Studio B, Ryman Auditorium, Grand Ole Opry, Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum, Guided Food Tour, Music Row, Nashville Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley
Muscle Shoals (Florence) - FAME Recording Studios, Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, Helen Keller’s Ivy Green, Tennessee River landscapes
Clarksdale (Mississippi Delta) - Blues Highway (U.S. Route 61), Mississippi Blues Trail, Delta Blues Museum, authentic juke joints, The Crossroads
Memphis - Sun Studio, Beale Street, Mississippi River dinner cruise, Graceland (Ultimate VIP Elvis Experience), National Civil Rights Museum, Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Holston House TENN on Top Lounge Chairs Courtesy Nashville Tourism

accommodation

Travel USA has chosen four boutique-style properties, recommended for their character and location. Holston House Nashville offers a modern, design-led stay in the heart of Music City, perfectly positioned for exploring Broadway and the city’s live music scene, with a rooftop bar providing skyline views. The Stricklin Hotel Florence delivers a relaxed, riverside base in the Muscle Shoals region, combining comfort with an authentic small-town Southern charm. Travelers Hotel Clarksdale provides a boutique, creative hub in the heart of the Mississippi Delta blues scene. The Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis combines contemporary comfort with a great location, ideal for exploring Beale Street and iconic music landmarks, along with a rooftop bar with views over the Mississippi River. These properties offer a balance of character, comfort and location throughout the journey, however, can also be tailored to suit individual preferences, travel style and budget.

Terms & Conditions
Our prices are dynamic, providing you with the best available rate of the day at the time of booking • Our suggested itineraries can be fully customised to suit your needs and have been created with indicative pricing shown • Final package pricing will be calculated upon request using the best rates available on the day and will depend on factors such as month of travel, how early you book, availability, and whether you choose non-refundable or fully refundable rates • Indicative prices are per person, based on two adults travelling together and sharing a double/twin room with existing bedding • All pricing is in New Zealand dollars for payment by cash or EFTPOS only; credit card fees will apply • Airfares are not included and are an additional cost • Amendment and cancellation fees apply • Surcharges (particularly during peak periods) and blackout (closeout) dates may apply • Indicative prices exclude any applicable car parking, road tolls, one-way rental car drop-off fees and hotel resort fees, which are payable direct • Please ask your Travel USA specialist for full details.

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