Midwestern Melodies & DC
Tour Duration 9 Nights - From £1899*
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From Chicago Blues to Motown Magic – A Musical Journey Through the Midwest and DC.
Get ready to dive into the heart of American music with Travelling Time’s Midwestern Melodies & DC tour! This unique, music-focused journey takes you through four incredible cities—Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, and Washington DC—each with its own iconic musical legacy.
Your adventure begins in Chicago, the birthplace of Chicago Blues. From legendary venues to the historic Chess Records, this city is the perfect place to explore the roots of blues and soul. With a rich music scene and plenty of iconic landmarks, Chicago gives you a taste of how blues electrified the city’s nightlife.
Next, it’s on to Detroit, the Motor City and home of Motown. At Hitsville USA, you’ll step into the world of Motown and its unforgettable stars like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and The Supremes. Detroit’s music changed the world, and this stop takes you right to the heart of it all. After Detroit, you’ll make your way to Cleveland, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tells the stories of legends like Elvis, The Beatles, and Aretha Franklin. It’s a music lover’s dream come true as you explore the history of rock and R&B.
The tour wraps up in Washington DC, where you’ll explore the nation’s capital, rich in history and home to landmarks that have shaped the United States. From the majestic monuments on the National Mall to the iconic museums and historical sites, DC brings the story of America to life. It’s the perfect way to reflect on your journey through these influential cities and soak in the cultural richness of the capital.
This unforgettable tour through the cities that shaped modern music is waiting for you—don’t miss your chance to be a part of it! Book your spot on Midwestern Melodies & DC today and experience the magic of these legendary cities!
DAY BY DAY TOUR ITINERARY
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Your Midwestern Melodies & DC Tour welcomes you to the Windy City - Chicago, Illinois! Once you are checked in get to know your guide, driver and fellow travellers at our informal welcome meeting.
Today we will spend the day sight-seeing in the heart of Chicago, from Navy Pier to the shopping malls of downtown! Rest and relax in the hotel before we take you out for the evening to enjoy dinner with live music and entertainment in some of the best known music venues in Chicago.
Another fantastic day in the Windy City. Our day starts on an amazing city tour with a local guide. Learn all about Chicago’s infamous past, its music history and how the city has changed over the years. We’ll visit Chess Records, the leading Blues label of the 1950s & 1960s then it is on to Lake Michigan for a leisurely Chicago Skyline cruise. This evening we will go out as a group to even more well known music venues.
It is time to say goodbye to Chicago and make our way to Detroit, stopping in Kalamazoo for a tour of Bell’s Brewery and a bite to eat on the way! Before checking into our hotel, we will have time to stop at Hitsville USA to learn about the origins of one of the most famous labels, Motown! Then after some R & R in the hotel you are free to enjoy a meal and the entertainment area of Detroit.
After Breakfast we will leave Detroit to travel to Cleveland Ohio. Our first stop will be a tour of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame located in downtown Cleveland, on the shore of Lake Erie. The museum documents the history of rock music and the artists, producers, engineers and other notable figures who have influenced its development. Then we will make our way to the hotel to freshen up, before going out for the evening.
Today, we are going to visit some of the most iconic locations Cleveland has to offer on a short driving tour of the city, With plenty of free time later you can shop until you drop, grab a bite to eat or simply take in the wonderful architecture of the downtown area! Then it is back to the hotel to rest and relax before heading out for an evening meal and to enjoy some local entertainment.
It's time to make our way south through Pittsburgh and enjoy some sight-seeing and lunch Before arriving at our final Destination - Washington DC. The US Capital is home to some of the most famous buildings in the world - including The Capitol Building and The White House.
This morning’s driving tour of Washington DC, will include Some of the most iconic statues and buildings in the USA, you will be amazed by the history and beauty of the Nation's Capital! In the afternoon we will cross the Potomac into Virginia to the Arlington National Cemetery - the final resting place of America’s fallen soldiers and President John F Kennedy. Then it is back to the hotel to freshen up before enjoying an evening meal and local entertainment in DC’s metropolitan area.
On the last day of the tour, you can visit more of the wonderful sights Washington DC has to offer. Enjoy the City before returning to the hotel to meet the group for a farewell dinner in Georgetown!
Sad but True…your tour is over! We will leave the hotel in good time to take you to the airport for your flight.
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SCHEDULED DEPARTURE DATES
Our Midwestern Melodies & DC Escorted Group Tours are scheduled to depart:
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If these dates are not suitable, please call us on 01738 643737 to discuss our small group option.
BOOKING INFORMATION
At Travelling Time we offer exceptional value for money on our fixed price escorted tours. We include transportation to suit your group size, hotel accommodation, meals as described and all attractions listed in our itineraries.
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