Nashville Musical Heritage

Overview

Discover the rhythm of America in Nashville, Tennessee where musical culture is thriving in endless country music venues large and small. See where famous artists recorded their legendary albums at Studio B, including Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley and Martina McBride. Discover the stories behind the music in the collections of instruments, costumes and oral history at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Get inspired by the artifacts from music history of blues, country and rock while touring the Ryman Auditorium. Experience the world-famous Grand Ole Opry show, where many musicians have their big break into the industry. Explore elegant antebellum architecture at the Belle Meade Plantation and step back in time during a tour and wine tasting. Tap your feet to live entertainment at any of the honky-tonks on Broadway. Daily Itinerary 4 Days 6 Meals

DAY 1 TRAVEL TO NASHVILLE – WELCOME TO NASHVILLE Travel to America’s music city of Nashville in Tennessee and meet the Tour Director who provides ongoing guidance for the duration of the trip. Take an introductory sightseeing tour by the honky-tonks on Broadway, recording studios on Music Row and the Parthenon in Centennial Park. Settle in to nearby accommodations in time for a welcome dinner. • Introductory TD tour of Nashville • Welcome dinner Breakfast Dinner

DAY 2 NASHVILLE – AMERICA’S MUSIC CITY Start the day at the Historic RCA Studio B tour, a world-famous studio where music legends recorded hit records. Explore the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to view stage costumes, hundreds of instruments and a collected auditory history. Experience the inspiration of the Ryman Auditorium from the famous stage of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Kings of Leon and more legendary musicians in the making. Watch the world-famous Grand Ole Opry show for the most memorable music concert only available in Nashville. • Historic RCA Studio B guided tour • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum self-guided visit • Ryman Auditorium self-guided tour • Watch the Grand Ole Opry show* Breakfast

DAY 3 NASHVILLE – ANTEBELLUM DISCOVERIES Go on a guided tour of Belle Meade Plantation with a complimentary wine tasting to discover the antebellum mansion, historic grounds and outbuildings. Explore the Belle Meade farm, which was a diverse operation with a cotton gin, grist mill, saw mill and thoroughbred enterprise before the Civil War. Spend the afternoon exploring the honky-tonks on Broadway, listening to guitar tunes while strolling the street or heading into one of the live music venues. Meet back up with the group for a farewell dinner this evening. • Guided tour and wine tasting at the Belle Meade Plantation • Free afternoon to explore the honky-tonks on Broadway • Farewell dinner Breakfast Dinner

DAY 4 NASHVILLE TO HOME – TRAVEL DAY Enjoy free time to explore before departing Nashville and beginning the journey home. Breakfast

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