Soundtrack of the South Fly Drive Holiday
Duration
13 Nights
Nights
13 Nights
Type
Self-Drive
Breakfasts
Daily Breakfast
About This Itinerary
The American South has given the world blues, jazz, country, and soul. This self-drive holiday immerses you in the region's rich musical heritage as you drive from New Orleans through Mississippi to Memphis and Nashville.
If you've ever dreamed of a holiday that combines music history with sun-soaked beach days, then Soundtrack of the South is your perfect getaway! This exclusive escorted tour hits all the right notes, mixing the best music cities in the southern US with the stunning beaches along the Gulf Coast. Think of it as a road trip playlist brought to life—where every stop is as thrilling as the next and the soundtrack keeps you humming the whole way.
What's Included
- Return flights from the UK
- Fully inclusive car hire to suit your party size
- 13 nights hotel accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Tried-and-tested itinerary with recommendations
Hotel Stops
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Welcome to Travelling Time's Soundtrack of the South and New Orleans, Louisiana. Nicknamed the "Big Easy" it's known for its round-the-clock vibrant live-music scene. You will have free time for an evening stroll through the French Quarter.
Spend the day exploring the city at your leisure. Perhaps you'd like to take a trolley ride through the tree lined streets. Take a Mississippi river cruise or just enjoy Coffee and Beignet.
Today we wave au revoir to New Orleans and make our way to the white sandy beaches of the Gulf Coast. We will stop by the Mardi Gras Museum in Mobile and visit the USS Alabama at Battleship Park.
It's time to chill out on Pensacola Beach. This evening we will take you to the FloraBama Roadhouse for great live music by the beach!
Take it easy today enjoying the beach. This evening we will visit the Pink Pony Pub where we can sing and dance the night away.
We are on our way to Muscle Shoals, Alabama. We'll stop at Montgomery for a visit to the Civil Rights Memorial and the Hank Williams Museum. This evening we will enjoy live music and dancing at Champy's!
It's a day to celebrate the music of Muscle Shoals. We will visit all four cities and discover the music that made this area famous. This evening we head to the Rattlesnake Saloon!
This morning we travel to Tupelo and the Elvis Presley Birthplace. Then we'll stop in Red Bay, Alabama - home town of Tammy Wynette. Tonight we will visit downtown Florence and Flobama!
Before waving goodbye to Muscle Shoals we visit the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. Make our way to Memphis Tennessee home of the Blues and the King of Rock & Roll!
Today features a visit to Sun Studio, then travel to Graceland Mansion. Later we will visit the Memphis Pyramid and the Peabody Ducks before enjoying a night on Beale Street!
We will visit the Tina Turner Museum in Brownsville and Casey Jones Village for Lunch. Then we board the bus for Music City USA!
The day is all yours to see more of Music City. Perhaps a visit to Nashville's Parthenon, the Musicians Hall of Fame or The Ryman Auditorium.
The day is all yours to see more of Music City! Later you will be joining us for an evening of fabulous entertainment at The Grand Ole Opry!
Sad but true - your tour has come to an end!
Highlights
- Mardi Gras Museum
- USS Alabama
- Florabama Roadhouse
- Elvis Presley's Birthplace
- Muscle Shoals Sound
- Graceland Tour
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.