Dixieland & Rhythms + New Orleans
Explore America's musical heritage from the birthplaces of country music and the blues to bustling New Orleans, home of jazz.
Another chance to experience this fascinating city.
New Orleans' location makes it a perfect spot for seafood. Fresh fish, shrimp, crab, oysters and crayfish abound. Enjoy a wealth of fabulous restaurants and be sure to stop by at the famous Café du Monde to savour a breakfast of beignets and café au lait. To hear traditional jazz at its best visit Bourbon Street or Preservation Hall, where musicians play every evening.
On day 12 continue your stay at your New Orleans hotel, the Holiday Inn French Quarter for the next two nights. On day 14, an included transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.
Visit the capital of Dixieland, New Orleans
New Orleans jazz musician
One of New Orleans' famous streets
Chicago
St Louis's famous Arch
A street car
Bourbon Street
Grand Ole Opry, Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee
Beale Street, Memphis
Sun Studio, Memphis
Graceland, Memphis
Visit Elvis Presley's Graceland estate in Memphis
Meditation Garden, Graceland
St Louis Cathedral, New Orleans
Cruise aboard an authentic Mississippi riverboat
Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Chicago.
Fly to Chicago where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Chicago.
Start the day with a sightseeing tour and see all the landmarks of the 'Windy City'. The afternoon is at leisure. Ride the lift to the top of the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower), or stroll in Grant Park along the waterfront. Perhaps this evening enjoy dinner on the Navy Pier.
DAY 3: Chicago - St Louis.
Travel across the fertile Illinois farmlands and cross the mighty Mississippi River as you enter St Louis, the 'Gateway to the West'. Your orientation tour includes the towering Gateway Arch, which commemorates the city's key role in westward expansion. Be sure to visit the museum under the arch, celebrating the famous expedition of Lewis and Clark two hundred years ago.
DAY 4: St Louis - Nashville.
Start today's journey by re-crossing the Mississippi River, and travelling to Paducah, on the Ohio River, by lunchtime. Late afternoon arrival in Nashville, in the heart of Tennessee.
DAY 5: Nashville.
Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Nashville's famous landmarks and the recording studios of Music Row. You'll tour historic RCA Studio B, the cradle of the 'Nashville Sound' in the 1960's. Hitmakers in Studio B include Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson. Afterwards visit the Country Music Hall of Fame with its glittering costumes, rare instruments, and Elvis Presley's solid gold Cadillac! Tonight you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, a mecca for country musicians.
DAY 6: Nashville - Memphis.
Across Tennessee today to Memphis, the 'home of the blues', and a city with a distinct southern flavour. On arrival acquaint yourself with the town during the included orientation tour. An optional excursion includes a visit to Sun Studio, where Rock 'n' Roll was first recorded.
DAY 7: Memphis.
A good portion of the day is devoted to Graceland, Elvis Presley's beautiful estate. Your Platinum tour includes the splendid garden, private planes, and opulent 15,000-square-foot mansion. Return to Memphis mid-afternoon. Tonight, why not visit a blues club on famous Beale Street?
DAY 8: Memphis - Amtrak® City of New Orleans train - Lafayette.
The City of New Orleans, the famous train of story and song, provides the locomotion for today's trip through the state and into the Mississippi River delta. Cotton fields and catfish ponds slide past as the train enters Louisiana. In Hammond, board a coach for the short drive into the heart of Cajun country to Lafayette, first settled by French Acadian farmers expelled from Nova Scotia by the British in the 1700's.
DAY 9: Lafayette - Atchafalaya Basin cruise - New Orleans.
On to St Martinville to see the famous oak tree of Longfellow's poem 'Evangeline'. Next, board a boat for your cruise through the winding, swampy waterways of the Atchafalaya Basin. Then across bayou country into New Orleans, the capital of Dixieland and 'the city that care forgot'. The evening is free to begin exploring this lively city or perhaps join an optional Mississippi River dinner cruise aboard an authentic riverboat, where you'll enjoy a delightful buffet dinner, complete with live jazz - the perfect finale to a memorable touring adventure of the South.
DAY 10: New Orleans.
A full morning dedicated to the sights and sounds of New Orleans, featuring a tour that includes the French Quarter landmarks, St Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and a visit to a unique above ground cemetery. The rest of the day is free.
DAY 11: New Orleans.
A free day with a wide selection of activities to choose from, including a visit to a beautiful plantation home. For shoppers, Canal Street and the French Quarter offer an extensive variety of speciality shops and boutiques.
DAY 12 to 13: New Orleans.
A two full days to experience this fascinating city. New Orleans' location makes it a perfect spot for seafood. Fresh fish, shrimp, crab, oysters and crayfish abound. Enjoy a wealth of fabulous restaurants and be sure to stop by at the famous Café du Monde to savour a breakfast of beignets and café au lait. To hear traditional jazz at its best visit Bourbon Street or Preservation Hall, where musicians play every evening.
DAY 14: New Orleans - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK.
DAY 15: Home landing in the UK.
The lobby, a good meeting place
Holiday Inn French Quarter
The lobby
Located on elegant Royal Street
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Holiday Inn French Quarter
A warm Louisiana welcome awaits you here in the heart of the famous French Quarter, just off Canal Street and all of its shops, whilst the rest of New Orleans is virtually on your doorstep.
Location: On elegant Royal Street, with its fine mix of antique shops, boutiques, art galleries and restaurants; one block from lively Bourbon Street.
Facilities: Swimming pool; bar/lounge; restaurant; fitness room; safety deposit box available; laundry service; barber.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; air-conditioning; cable TV; coffee-maker; internet access; hairdryer; iron/ironing board.
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Visit the capital of Dixieland, New Orleans
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New Orleans jazz musician
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One of New Orleans' famous streets
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Chicago
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St Louis's famous Arch
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A street car
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Bourbon Street
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Grand Ole Opry, Nashville
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Nashville, Tennessee
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Beale Street, Memphis
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Sun Studio, Memphis
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Graceland, Memphis
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Visit Elvis Presley's Graceland estate in Memphis
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Meditation Garden, Graceland
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St Louis Cathedral, New Orleans
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Cruise aboard an authentic Mississippi riverboat
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Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana
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Optional Excursions
To help you plan and make the most of your holiday, below is a list of optional excursions available to you.
Chicago Trolley Tour
Discover the Windy City's most popular attractions aboard Chicago's largest trolley fleet. Regular stops along the 13-mile loop include the Sears Tower, the Art Institute, the Adler Planetarium, Marshall Field's, Michael Jordan's, and the Museum of Science and Industry. Your trolley ticket allows hop on / hop off privileges all day.
$29 (US Dollar)
Untouchable Gangster Tour
Have a bang up good time on the two hour romp back to the Roaring Twenties! See Chicago's most infamous sites, hear historically accurate accounts for the exploits of Capone, Moran, Dillinger, and the rest of "da boys".
$30 (US Dollar)
Wendella's Chicago Lake and River Cruise
Chicago's most comprehensive boat tour. This signature tour of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River includes a trip through the Chicago Locks and a live narration featuring an overview of architecture and history. NOTE: Boat tours only operate on the weekends in March. Subject to availability.
$26 (US Dollar)
Wendella's Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago's architectural heritage is considered to be among the finest in the world, and the Chicago River provides the ultimate setting to view these magnificent structures. The Wrigley Building, one of Chicago's' most recognizable architectural treasures, is the perfect location to start the 75 minute journey. Traveling through the heart of the city, the docents will provide an in-depth perspective on why Chicago's architectural heritage is known and studied around the world.
$26 (US Dollar)
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Show
Nashville Nightlife is Music City's premier entertainment theater. After a wonderful buffet dinner, you'll hear all the songs that have made Nashville famous worldwide. Enjoy the music of everyone from Hank Williams Sr. and Patsy Cline to the superstars of today like Sara Evans and Toby Keith! The show celebrates today's country and honors tradition. Show and dinner last approximately 2.5 hours.
$42 (US Dollar)
Sun Studio, Beale Street & Dinner
Step back in time when you enter the famous Sun Studio, where Sam Phillips first recorded future stars such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, and 18-year-old Elvis Presley! Afterward, enjoy dinner at the King's Palace Cafe, which offers authentic Southern delicacies and Memphis BBQ. Evening includes dinner, a drink and admission to Rum Boogie Cafe. ( restaurant may change due to availability)
$48 (US Dollar)
Sun Studio Tour
Step back in time when you enter the famous Sun Studio, where Sam Phillips first recorded future stars such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, and 18-year-old Elvis Presley!
$13 (US Dollar)
Cajun Sensation & Dancing
Come and enjoy local Cajun cuisine and foot-stomping music at a popular restaurant where the natives dance the night away. A great opportunity to sample the famous seafood from the Louisiana bayous and learn to dance to the Cajun music from an entertaining local couple!
$38 (US Dollar)
Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise
When night falls, the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen rises to the occasion. Step on board and cruise into the night and enjoy the sounds of a lively jazz band and a lavish Creole buffet in elegantly appointed dining rooms. Dinner cruise is approximately 3 hours.
$66 (US Dollar)
Ghosts & Spirits Walking Tour
New Orleans has been described as the most haunted city in America. Walk through these mysterious streets where you will hear about the "ghosts" behind some of the houses and the "spirits" still frequenting the taverns. Tours operate daily but times change seasonally.
$23 (US Dollar)
Jean Lafitte Airboat Swamp Tour with R/T Transportation
Experience real-life adventure Cajun style... on a Swamp Air Boat through the meandering bayous and areas fostering the legends and lore of Louisiana's still untamed wilderness. Included transportation from hotel with pick up one hour prior to tour. Subject to availability.
$72 (US Dollar)
Court Of Two Sisters Jazz Brunch
Experience a leisurely jazz brunch at The Court of Two Sisters Restaurant. This restaurant is not only known for its sumptuous food but also for its rich history. The location has long played a significant role in the history of the French Quarter and old New Orleans. You'll be entertained by the Jambalaya Jams trio, while enjoying a selection of over eighty items prepared fresh daily.
$36 (US Dollar)
Hurricane Katrina Tour
An eyewitness account of the events surrounding the most devastating natural disaster on American soil. After this tour, you'll have a better understanding of events pre and post Katrina and the "Rebirth of New Orleans." $3.00 will be donated to a non-profit organization (one of five that you choose) directly affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Tour operates daily 1:00pm and duration is approximately 3 hours.
$39 (US Dollar)
Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with R/T Transportation
Head down to the swamp on a real life adventure - view fascinating plant life, live alligators and many other wild creatures as you glide down haunting bayous lined with moss-draped cypress trees. Tours at 10:00am, 12:00 noon, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm and last approximately one hour and 45 minutes. Includes return transportation from New Orleans.
$49 (US Dollar)
Oak Alley Plantation Tour
Experience a bygone era in one of the South's most beautiful settings; Oak Alley Plantation, built in 1839. You'll hear fascinating and amusing stories of the home and its history, presented by your guide. Tour dates and times vary seasonally and are subject to availability.
$56 (US Dollar)
Garden District Walking Tour
Enjoy a walk through New Orleans elegant Garden District, once part of the plantation owned by Bienville, the founder of New Orleans. This historic district is known for its marvelous examples of Greek Revival and Italianate architecture. The homes of former Kings and Queens of Mardi Gras are located here, as well as the home of the premier family of football - the Mannings - where Archie lives and Peyton and Eli grew up. Includes climate controlled transportation to and from Garden District, narrated tour, and refreshment.
$26 (US Dollar)
French Quarter Walking Tour
Follow in the footsteps of historic figures as you stroll along the Mighty Mississippi, through the French Market and Jackson Square, and down the banquettes (sidewalks) of quaint streets named for saints and sinners from our European past. See the old Quarter come to life as your guide explains its secrets and helps you understand all it has to offer - architecture, courtyards, gardens, food, music, and art. Tour is offered at 10:00am daily.
$23 (US Dollar)
Laura Plantation
Enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Pontchartrain while crossing the Bonnet Carre Spillway ( the flood outlet of the Mississippi River ) as you travel back in time to Laura Plantaiton, an operating sugar farm built in 1805 on the great River Road. The tour, which has been called "the best history tour in the U.S.", is based upon 5,000 pages of documents found in the French National Archives and upon Laura's Memories of the Old Plantation Home, in which she details 250 years of true-life stories of the Creole women, slaves and children who lived and worked here. Available Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursdays at 12:00pm, and 4.5 Hours in length. Subject to availability.
$56 (US Dollar)
Cemetery & Gris-Gris Walking Tour
With your knowledgeable Local Guide, you'll walk through St. Louis Cemetery #1, the site of the classic movie "Easy Rider," as your professional licensed guide recounts the background of the famous and infamous people who are buried there. Make a wish or cast a spell at the tomb of Marie Laveau, the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, and discover how she was able to be in two places at once. Listen to the evolution of Voodoo-which is still practiced today-and learn how it became such a factor in the Crescent City. Learn about our unique above ground burial customs and the tombs of various "societies." Find out what "Gris-Gris" means and discover the mysterious ingredients in your souvenir "Gris-Gris" bag.
$26 (US Dollar)
New Orleans Original Cocktail Walking Tour
Take a walk through the French Quarter's famous bars and restaurants and discover the famous "spirits" of New Orleans. It's history with a twist! From the Sazerac and Pimm's Cup to the Hurricane and Hand Grenade, you'll enjoy a different view of New Orleans through its history of fine dining and drinking. Drinks are available for purchase along the tour route.
$29 (US Dollar)
Chalmette Battlefield Cruise
On this afternoon's cruise you'll view the French Quarter and Port of New Orleans from the river as the Captain gives a detailed narration of New Orleans landmarks, history, vessel information, and river lore. Disembark at the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, where you can tour the Chalmette Battlefield including the Malus-Beauregard House and the Chalmette Monument before re-boarding for return cruise. Cruise is approximately 2.5 hours.
$22 (US Dollar)
Please note that optional excursions and prices are subject to change.
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Dixieland & Rhythms + New Orleans
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Holiday Highlights
- St Louis Orientation tour including Gateway Arch
- Nashville City tour, RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame & Grand Ole Opry
- Graceland
- City of New Orleans Rail journey
- Lafayette Atchafalaya Basin cruise
Departures from
- Birmingham
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
Departures between
03 Sep 2012 to 25 Mar 2013
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