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ELVIS
& THE SOUTHERN SOUNDS - 2010
7
days from Memphis to Nashville (CO-8730)Return to Italy
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Overview
This is the perfect
tour for rock ‘n’ roll, blues, and country music lovers. Enjoy city
sightseeing tours in Memphis and Nashville with a stop in Tupelo, Elvis’
birthplace. In Memphis, visit the Rock ’n’ Soul Museum; Sun Studio,
probably the most famous recording studio in the world; and Graceland
with a chance to climb aboard “The King’s” private jet. Head east to
“Music City USA”—Nashville—for reserved seats at the world-famous Grand
Ole Opry. Record your own song at Studio B, Nashville’s oldest surviving
recording studio and one of the country’s most important studios. Then go
behind the scenes of the music industry at the Country Music Hall of
Fame. Fans from all over will appreciate the heart and soul of this
musical journey. Elvis and the Southern Sounds come to life on this
wonderful vacation!
Itinerary
Day
1 MEMPHIS
Welcome
to Memphis! Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent
exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any
questions.
Day
2 MEMPHIS
During
your city sightseeing tour you will get a unique, behind-the-scenes
perspective from your expert guide. Then it’s on to the ROCK-N-SOUL
MUSEUM, which traces Memphis’ cultural and musical past. This afternoon
is dedicated to a guided audio tour of GRACELAND. The mansion tour
consists of the living room, music room, Elvis’ parents’ bedroom, the
dining room, kitchen, TV room, pool room, and “jungle den” in the main
house. Behind the house are Elvis’ racquetball building and his original
business office. You will also see his trophy building, which houses his
enormous collection of gold records, awards, and career mementoes.
Recently opened is a section of the mansion where you can find
never-before-seen items, such as the desk from his personal office and an
extensive collection of his stage costumes. The tour ends with a quiet
visit to the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family
have been laid to rest. You’ll also be able to board “The King’s” private
jet.
Day
3 MEMPHIS. TUPELO VISIT
This
morning we journey to Tupelo, Mississippi, to visit ELVIS’ BIRTHPLACE
& MUSEUM. This humble 2-room house is where Elvis was born; the
adjacent museum, Times and Things Remembered, contains rare photos and
memorabilia. Then it’s back to Memphis for a visit to SUN STUDIO,
probably the most famous recording studio in the world, where Rock `n’
Roll was first recorded. Hear outtakes from sessions, touch Elvis’ first
microphone, see memorabilia, and relive the history of the studio that
launched the careers of Johnny Cash, B.B. King, Roy Orbison, Carl
Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and many other music legends.
Day
4 MEMPHIS–NASHVILLE
Today
we head east to Nashville, “Music City USA.” Tonight see an unforgettable
show at the world-famous GRAND OLE OPRY, the world’s premier country
music venue since 1925 and the setting for the nation’s longest-running
music show.
Day
5 NASHVILLE
Nashville
is the ideal destination for all kinds of visitors: music fans, history
buffs, and Southern lovers. Start your day with a visit to STUDIO B,
Nashville’s oldest surviving recording studio and one of the country’s
most important studios. Between 1957 and 1977 there were more than 35,000
songs recorded here, including 262 Elvis Presley recordings. Studio B is
a “must-see” for any music fan, but especially for those who love Elvis.
You even have the chance to make your own recording and take it home with
you. Afterward, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, passing by famous
recording studios on Music Row, the center of the recording industry,
which first developed in the 1950s. Then, get behind the scenes of the
music industry by visiting the very popular COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME
with its glittering costumes, rare instruments, and Elvis Presley’s
“solid gold” Cadillac.
Day
6 NASHVILLE
Today
is at leisure to explore more of this vibrant city. You may choose to
visit the historic Ryman Auditorium, restored home of the Grand Ole Opry
from 1943–1974. Perhaps visit the Hermitage, home of Andrew Jackson,
seventh president of the United States. You’ll have an opportunity to
view the fully restored mansion, walk through the gardens, and see the
tomb of the late president. Tonight, join our optional evening out to see
A Tribute to the King, a high-energy show that highlights six eras
of Elvis’ fantastic career.
Day
7 NASHVILLE
The trip ends today
with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers to Nashville
International Airport are included.
AIRPORT
TRANSFERS
Airport transfers
may be included when you make your international flights arrangements.
Dates
and Prices
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Departure
Details
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Departure
Date
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Tour
Start Date
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Return
Date
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Land/Cruise
Price Only
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Status
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2/10/2010
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2/10/2010
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2/16/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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2/17/2010
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2/17/2010
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2/23/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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3/3/2010
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3/3/2010
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3/9/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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3/10/2010
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3/10/2010
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3/16/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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Popular
Departure
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3/24/2010
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3/24/2010
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3/30/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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Popular
Departure
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3/31/2010
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3/31/2010
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4/6/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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4/14/2010
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4/14/2010
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4/20/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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4/20/2010
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4/20/2010
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4/26/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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Popular
Departure
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4/21/2010
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4/21/2010
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4/27/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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4/26/2010
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4/26/2010
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5/2/2010
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$1,079.00
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Sold Out
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4/27/2010
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4/27/2010
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5/3/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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9/1/2010
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9/1/2010
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9/7/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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9/8/2010
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9/8/2010
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9/14/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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Popular
Departure
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9/15/2010
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9/15/2010
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9/21/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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9/22/2010
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9/22/2010
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9/28/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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10/6/2010
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10/6/2010
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10/12/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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10/13/2010
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10/13/2010
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10/19/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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10/20/2010
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10/20/2010
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10/26/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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10/27/2010
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10/27/2010
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11/2/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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11/15/2010
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11/15/2010
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11/21/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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11/24/2010
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11/24/2010
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11/30/2010
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$1,079.00
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Available
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Popular Departure - due
to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out
quickly. Early booking is encouraged.
Single Room Supplement:
$393
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