Day 1
Nashville, TN
Fly into Nashville international airport and make your way independently to your hotel. Freshen up and head out to Broadway – Nashville’s place to be! Lined with bars with live Country Music – also known as Honky Tonks! Witness neon lights paving the way and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Make you go to Roberts World for a “Recession Special”!
Day 2
Nashville, TN
Explore Nashville by visiting iconic spots such as the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Historic RCA Studio B, and the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Don’t miss the National Museum of African American Music, and make sure to enjoy some delicious barbecue at Martin's BBQ Joint. And of course, experience the magic of the Grand Ole Opry!
Day 3
Nashville, TN
Delve into Nashville's rich civil rights history at the Tennessee State Museum. Visit Marathon Village for a taste of local culture, and take a stroll through the charming Germantown neighbourhood. End your day with a special dinner at the Original Monell's – a place where you sit family style and swap stories with strangers over homemade Southern cuisine.
Day 4
Nashville, TN – Muscle Shoals, AL - Florence, AL (139 miles)
Start your morning by picking up your car rental and heading towards Muscle Shoals, known for its rich musical history, legendary recording studios, and influential artists. Once you arrive, immerse yourself in the rich musical history with a tour of the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, followed by a visit to the iconic FAME Recording Studios.
Day 5
Florence, AL – Montgomery, AL (205 miles)
Head out this morning to Montgomery, significant for its role in the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. Explore the likes of Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s served as pastor or how about the moving Rosa Parks Museum?
Visit The Legacy Museum and enjoy a boat ride to the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park. How about swinging by Chris’ Famous Hotdogs – Alabama’s oldest family own restaurant.
Day 6
Montgomery, AL – Mobile, AL – New Orleans, LA (313 miles)
Begin your day with a visit to the Africatown Heritage House in Mobile. Then, make your way to New Orleans, where you’ll drop off your car and check into your hotel. Spend some time exploring the vibrant French Quarter at your leisure and how about enjoying a Steamboat Natchez Dinner Jazz Cruise? Finish the evening with cocktails in the iconic Carousel Bar at Hotel Monteleone.
Day 7
New Orleans, LA
Start your day with a visit to the National World War II Museum. Then, explore Mardi Gras World to learn about the festival's rich history. Conclude your day with a performance by the Preservation Hall Jazz Band at the Toulouse Theatre.
Day 8
New Orleans, LA
On your final day, how about visiting the famous Café Beignet for breakfast before heading towards the New Orleans Airport?
