Mountains, Moonshine & Music Fly Drive Holiday
Duration
9 Nights
Nights
9 Nights
Type
Self-Drive
Breakfasts
Daily
About This Itinerary
Wind through the Great Smoky Mountains on this unforgettable self-drive holiday. From Nashville's honky-tonks to Gatlinburg's mountain charm and Asheville's craft breweries, explore the Appalachian heartland with flights, hotels and car hire all taken care of.
Dollywood is a highlight of this best-selling 9-night escorted tour. Spend a day at Dollywood, the theme park created by Dolly Parton, and stay three nights in Pigeon Forge, with time in Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains. Then follow the music to the FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals and the honky-tonks of Nashville, with a small, friendly group. Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend. Discover the Magic on Our Mountains, Moonshine & Music City Escorted Tour! This best-selling tour is packed with incredible sights, local flavours, and rich musical heritage, taking you from the breathtaking Smoky Mountains to the vibrant streets of Nashville, Tennessee.
What's Included
- Return flights from the UK
- Fully inclusive car hire to suit your party size
- 9 nights hotel accommodation
- Daily
- Tried-and-tested itinerary with recommendations
Hotel Stops
Day-by-Day Itinerary
After arrival and check-in at our Nashville Hotel, it's time to meet your fellow travellers at our informal welcome meeting hosted by your Tour Manager and Driver!
Travel to downtown Chattanooga and visit the famous Chattanooga Choo Choo. Continue to Pigeon Forge in Sevierville County (Dolly Parton's place of birth). After dinner, we'll enjoy a show at the Country Tonite Theater.
Today, we'll take you to Gatlinburg, you'll have plenty of time to explore. Perhaps you'll take the cable car to Ober Gatlinburg. Enjoy a short driving tour though the Smokys before heading back to Pigeon Forge for a free evening...perhaps a visit to Dolly's Stampede is on the menu?
Today it's Dollywood, the most popular tourist attraction in Tennessee! Spanning 160 acres with 50+ world class rides and entertainment. This evening, you can choose to stay in the park until closing or pergaps visit another show in Pigeon Forge.
Make our way to The Hit Recording Capital of the World - Muscle Shoals Alabama. Stop for lunch before continuing to Alabama. Evening dinner and live music at the wonderful Rattlesnake Saloon.
Visit FAME Studios, Muscle Shoals Sound at 3614 Jackson Highway, and Cypress Moon studio. Enjoy the Water & Light Show at Spring Park and Alabama Music Hall of Fame.
Say farewell to Alabama and make the drive to Nashville, where you will be free to explore Music City at your own pace.
Free time to explore the best Music City Attractions and enjoy great live music on Broadway! Perhaps a show at The Grand Ole Opry, or a cruise on the General Jackson!
Continue exploring Nashville's incredible attractions, music venues, and honky-tonks.
As the Mountains, Moonshine & Music City tour ends, your guide will escort you to Nashville Airport for your return or onward flight.
Highlights
- Dollywood Theme Park, created by Dolly Parton, in Pigeon Forge
- Chattanooga Choo Choo
- Country Tonite Show
- FAME Studios Tour
- Rattlesnake Saloon
- Nashville Honky-Tonks
Ready to hit the road?
Choose dates to suit you. We'll put together a personalised quote with flights and car hire included.
Prices are per person based on two sharing and include flights & car hire. Subject to availability. Dates are flexible — travel when it suits you.