USA | 9 days | Escorted tour
From £2,429 per person, including return flights
16 September 2027 departure from London Heathrow. Based on two adults sharing.
Discover the musical legends of America's Deep South
Follow in the footsteps of two of America's greatest musical icons on a journey through Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama.
From Elvis Presley's humble birthplace in Tupelo to the legendary recording studios of Memphis and the honky-tonk bars of Nashville, this nine-day escorted tour celebrates the birthplace of rock and roll, blues and country music.
Spend two nights at The Guest House at Graceland, explore the famous Beale Street and discover Nashville's incredible musical heritage. You'll then head into the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains and Dolly Parton's hometown of Sevierville, with the opportunity to spend a day at her famous Dollywood theme park.
Holiday highlights
Elvis Presley's Memphis – Stay at The Guest House at Graceland and explore Beale Street's legendary live music venues.
The birthplace of Elvis – Visit Tupelo, Mississippi, with the opportunity to see the modest house where Elvis was born.
Nashville, Music City – Discover the capital of country music, with optional visits to RCA Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Dolly Parton's Tennessee – Explore Sevierville and enjoy an optional full-day visit to Dollywood.
The Great Smoky Mountains – Experience the beautiful mountain scenery of America's most visited national park.
Your nine-day itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive in Atlanta and travel to Birmingham
Your American adventure begins with a flight to Atlanta, Georgia, where you'll be met by your tour manager.
Travel west to Birmingham, Alabama, a city with a fascinating musical heritage and an increasingly celebrated food scene.
After checking into your hotel, enjoy an evening at leisure. You might choose to dine at the hotel or head out to sample some traditional Southern cooking.
Overnight: Birmingham, Alabama
Day 2 – Elvis Presley's birthplace and Memphis
After breakfast, travel into Mississippi and stop in Tupelo, where Elvis Presley was born on 8 January 1935.
You'll have the opportunity to visit the modest two-room house where he spent his earliest years, now part of a museum dedicated to his life. Admission is payable locally.
Continue to Memphis, Tennessee, one of America's greatest music cities and the birthplace of rock and roll.
Check into The Guest House at Graceland, your home for the next two nights, before enjoying an evening at leisure.
Why not visit legendary Beale Street, where neon-lit blues clubs and live music venues celebrate Memphis's extraordinary musical heritage? The city is also famous for its barbecue, making it an ideal place to sample some authentic Southern food.
Overnight: The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis
Day 3 – Discover Elvis Presley's Memphis
Enjoy a full day exploring Memphis and its remarkable musical history.
You can discover the city independently, perhaps visiting the National Civil Rights Museum, housed partly in the Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated, or the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum.
Alternatively, join an optional full-day excursion to two of the city's most famous music landmarks.
Begin at Sun Studio, where Elvis Presley recorded some of his earliest songs and where artists including Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins helped shape the sound of rock and roll.
Continue to Graceland, Elvis's beloved home and final resting place.
Explore the famous mansion, admire his collection of cars and extravagant stage costumes, and discover fascinating exhibits celebrating his life and career.
Overnight: The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis
Day 4 – Memphis to Nashville
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Memphis, perhaps visiting the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame or browsing for souvenirs.
Later, travel east through Tennessee towards Nashville, the undisputed capital of country music.
After checking into your hotel, the evening is free to explore.
Head into downtown Nashville, where the historic Ryman Auditorium and lively honky-tonk bars of Lower Broadway celebrate the city's musical heritage.
You'll find live country music throughout the district, along with restaurants, craft breweries and distilleries.
For dinner, why not try Nashville's famous hot chicken?
Overnight: Nashville
Day 5 – Explore Nashville's musical heritage
Spend a full day discovering Music City at your own pace or join an optional excursion to two of Nashville's most celebrated landmarks.
Visit historic RCA Studio B on Music Row, where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and many other legendary artists recorded some of their greatest hits.
Continue to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of instruments, stage costumes, recordings and memorabilia celebrating the history of American country music.
Later, enjoy more time exploring Nashville. You might visit the Johnny Cash Museum, browse the shops or return to Lower Broadway for another evening of live entertainment.
Overnight: Nashville
Day 6 – Nashville to Dolly Parton's hometown
After a leisurely morning in Nashville, travel east towards the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains and Sevier County, where Dolly Parton was born and raised.
Stop in Sevierville, Dolly's hometown, to see the life-size bronze statue of the singer outside the historic county courthouse.
It's a fitting tribute to one of country music's most beloved stars, whose remarkable career began in this rural corner of Tennessee.
Continue to your hotel, conveniently located close to restaurants, shops and local attractions.
Enjoy an evening at leisure, perhaps exploring the town and sampling more Southern hospitality.
Overnight: Sevierville
Day 7 – At leisure or visit Dollywood
Today is yours to explore the area or join an optional full-day excursion to Dollywood, Dolly Parton's famous theme park in nearby Pigeon Forge.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood combines live music, entertainment, traditional Appalachian crafts and exciting attractions.
There are more than 50 rides, along with restaurants serving regional specialities, craft demonstrations and an extensive programme of live performances.
You can also see a replica of Dolly Parton's childhood home, a simple two-room cabin that offers a glimpse into her early years.
Whether you're interested in the music, local traditions or simply enjoying the atmosphere, Dollywood offers a memorable day out.
Return to your hotel in the evening.
Overnight: Sevierville
Day 8 – The Great Smoky Mountains and return flight
After breakfast, leave Sevierville and travel through the spectacular Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
America's most visited national park is renowned for its forested mountains, beautiful scenery and rich wildlife.
Enjoy the views as you travel through this extraordinary landscape, crossing part of the Appalachian mountain range on your way back towards Atlanta.
Continue to the airport for your overnight return flight to the UK.
Overnight: On board
Day 9 – Arrive in London
Arrive back in the UK after a memorable journey celebrating two of America's greatest musical legends and the extraordinary heritage of the Deep South.
What's included
Return flights from London Heathrow to Atlanta
Seven nights' accommodation in good-quality hotels
Three breakfasts
Two nights at The Guest House at Graceland
Visits to Birmingham, Tupelo, Memphis, Nashville and Sevierville
Comfortable air-conditioned coach transport and transfers
Services of an experienced tour manager
Mandatory local taxes and charges
Optional excursions to Graceland, Sun Studio, RCA Studio B, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Dollywood are available at an additional cost.
Your accommodation
Stay in a selection of comfortable, well-located hotels throughout your journey, including two nights at The Guest House at Graceland, just steps from Elvis Presley's famous home.
Your seven nights' accommodation will be arranged as follows:
Birmingham – 1 night: Home2 Suites by Hilton, a modern hotel close to the city's attractions and restaurants, with a swimming pool, fitness centre and spacious rooms. Some departures may use the Hilton Garden Inn in the same building.
Memphis – 2 nights: The Guest House at Graceland, an Elvis-inspired hotel featuring elegant Southern-style interiors, restaurants, a bar, theatre and seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
Nashville – 2 nights: Holiday Inn Nashville Vanderbilt, conveniently located near Music Row, with an outdoor pool, restaurant and live music performances at the hotel's Commodore Grille.
Sevierville – 2 nights: The Lodge at Five Oaks, a welcoming hotel with a rustic, farmhouse-inspired atmosphere, close to local restaurants, shops and the attractions of Pigeon Forge.
Alex's view
This is a tour designed for music lovers, particularly those with an interest in Elvis Presley and Dolly Parton (may she rest in peace). Beyond the famous recording studios and music landmarks, I like that it takes you into the Great Smoky Mountains, adding a completely different side of Tennessee to the experience.
One important consideration is that several headline attractions, including Graceland and Dollywood, are optional excursions. I'd definitely factor those in from the outset to make the most of this fantastic trip.
Enquire about this holiday
Whether you're a lifelong Elvis fan, love Dolly Parton's music or simply want to experience the musical heritage of America's Deep South, this is a fantastic way to discover the places behind the songs!
Contact Reigate Luxury Travel to start planning your trip.
Price includes a promotional discount until 8 November 2026. Subject to availability and change. Prices based on two adults sharing. Optional excursions are extra. Terms and conditions apply.
