• SELF DRIVE SIGHTSEEING GROUP TRIP •
Sounds of the South
15-12 SEPTEMBER 2026
Currency
United States Dollar
Flight Time
9hrs
Time Zone
(GMT-6)
TENESSEE, MISSISSIPPI & ALABAMA
Once in a lifetime...
Always wanted to head to the Southern States, well come with us! We're organising a self drive group trip to Tennessee, Mississippi & Alabama. We'll be spending the days sightseeing, visiting the best parts the cities & local areas has to offer.
Indulge in all the music your ears can take in Nashville. Soak up the history at the various museums & tours. Enjoy a show at the Grand Ole Opry then take a backstage tour, to see all the glitz, glamour & gossip.
Next stop Memphis. Take a walk down Beale Street full of Blues music. Celebrate the life of Elvis Presley with a trip to Graceland, exploring his personal collections of cars, planes & costumes.
Want to come along? Let us know & we'll add you to our list along with additional information.
What You'll Need To Book;
Flights
Non-stop return flights from London Heathrow with British Airways. Sit back & enjoy the inflight entertainment & meals.
Accommodation
Hotel, Air BnB book the accommodation that suits you. All inclusive, bed & breakfast or a home away from home.
Car Hire
This is a self drive, therefore you will have to arrange your own transportation. Car sharing may be available.
Other Excursions
There's so much to do & see so make sure you book any additional trips/sights. We want you to make the most of it.
If you need any additional information or help, please let us know.
Packing Guide
ESTA/Visa
It's a must! Everyone will need to complete an online ESTA application. The application will cost $21 per person & can take up to 72hrs to be approved.
When you're ready to fill yours in, please let us know so we can provide all the correct information for the application. If you are unsure & want help, we are happy to take you through the process.
Travel Insurance
Make sure you have travel insurance that covers you throughout the trip. If your flights are cancelled, you can no longer make it etc.
US Customs
Make sure all your paperwork is printed off including;
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Approved ESTA
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Travel Insurance
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First Nights Accommodation Confirmation
When clearing US Customs you may be asked to provide copies of the above (we have before).
It's a s.
It isn't a thing to be afraid of... trust me. They'll ask for your passport, they'll then take your photo & if necessary your finger prints... this is normal. They'll also ask you simple questions like how many days are you in the US for, how much cash have you got on you, when do you go home, where are you staying etc. You may not get all of them but normally a few of them.
MUSIC CITY USA
Nashville, TN
4 Nights, 5 Days
Step foot on Broadway and you'll be overwhelmed with the smell of free spirits & live music.. it isn't called Music City for no reason. Hop from bar to bar experiencing all that the strip has to offer, grab something to eat or have a little boogie with the band. If you're after a little bit of shopping there are plenty of western stores on Broadway as well as two big malls within a short driving distance.
Explore of all the city from its historical music studios in Music Row to the Tennessee State Capitol building. Printers Alley with its narrow street filled with karaoke bars, blues music & more. Take a stroll around Centennial Park or walk along the Cumberland River. There really is something for everyone.
Group Activities;
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Downtown Walking Tour (optional)
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Grand Ole Opry Show & Backstage Tour
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Country Music Hall of Fame [CMHoF]
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Ryman Auditorium Guided Tour
Places To Eat & Drink
Where do we start... there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Nashville. Every bar/honky tonk in downtown will do food from burger & fries to taco, pizzas & more.
It's ICONIC, famous for its fried chicken. Whether it's chicken & waffles, wings or tenders. If you like it mild & southern or cluck up HOT!
Southern family style eatery, with breakfast, lunch & dinner options or treat yourself to the famous cobbler, different flavours each day.
Cracker Barrel
It's a must! All-day breakfast, lunch and dinner menus all you to get your fill of American comfort food. Shop throughout the country store, take a seat by the fire or play some checker while you wait for a table.
If there is something specific you've always wanted to do & need help, let us know.
Other Things To See & Do
Jack Daniels Distillery Tour
Location: 133 Lynchburg Hwy, Lynchburg, TN 37352 • approx. 1h 30m drive
Admission: price varies.
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Indulge in everything Jack Daniels, take the tour including the barrel rooms. Taste the smooth Tennessee whiskey as well...
Book your tickets here.
The Parthenon
Location: Midtown Nashville
Admission: $10
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Built in 1897, this full-scale replica of the Athenian Parthenon also houses American art galleries.
RCA Studio B Tour
Location: 1611 Roy Acuff Place
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Built in 1957, RCA Studio B became known as the birthplace for the “Nashville Sound”. Learn who's recorded there & so much more.
Book your tickets here.
Johnny Cash Museum
Location: Downtown Nashville
Admission: $25.95 + tax
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Celebrate the Man in Black. Tickets can be purchased here in advance.
The Bluebird Cafe
Location: 4104 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215
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The iconic intimate venue has seen the like of Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks. Sit & listen in the silence to the best storytellers in the business. You never know who may just turn up.
Belle Mead Plantation
Location: 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205 • approx. 20m drive
Admission: from $28
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Take a step back in time & experiences of the Harding and Jackson families, as well as the women, men, and children who laboured there.
Book your tickets here.
HOME OF THE BLUES
Memphis, TN
3 Nights, 4 Days
The hustle and bustle of Beale Street is filled with music & smells of the South. Located on the Mississippi/Arkansas border, it's the second biggest city in Tennessee. Take a walk down on the Mississippi River or explore the many music museum that are on offer. Explore the 'Home of Rock'n'Roll' Sun Studios where the likes of Jerry Lee Lewis, BB King, Johnny Cash all recorded records. Stand in the spot Elvis did when he first recorded
It wouldn't be a trip to Memphis without a visit to Elvis' home, Graceland. Walk around the Kings home, admiring the various themed rooms he once lived in. Head out to the garden where his iconic guitar shaped swimming pool is or take some time to pay your respect at his grave. Then you'll head across the road to the newly built museum with this personal cars, planes, onstage costumes, movies & so much more.
Group Activities;
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Downtown Walking Tour (optional)
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Sun Studios Tour
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Graceland House Tour & Museum
Places To Eat & Drink
Where do we start... there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Memphis. Every bar in downtown will do food from burger & fries to taco, pizzas & more.
Gus' World Famous Fried Chicken
The family recipe put the chain on the map. Hand-battered fried chicken with Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, Slaw plus dessert pies on the menu.
Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar
Fine dining at its best from premium seafood to classic crème brûlée are all on the menu. Reserve a table here.
Blues City Cafe
If your looking for southern soul food,Blue City Cafe in Beale Street has lots to offer from Tamales, BBQ, Gumbo, fried chicken & more.
If there is something specific you've always wanted to do & need help, let us know.
Other Things To See & Do
National Civil Rights Museum
Location: 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103
Admission: $20
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It's mission to share the culture and lessons from the American Civil Rights Movement and explore how this significant era continues to shape equality and freedom globally. Book your tickets here.
The Peabody Hotel
Location: 149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
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It's still a functioning hotel however even if you're not staying there it's a must visit to experience the legendary Peabody Ducks. 11:00am & 5pm every day in the lobby
FedEx Forum
Location: 501 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
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Keep an eye out on events at the FedEx, the host basketball games, live music, comedy shows & more.
Lorraine Motel
Location: 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103
now apart of National Civil Rights Museum
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Enter the National Civil Rights Museum to visit the room where Martin Luther King Jr last visited before his murder on the balcony. Take a walk outside to find room 306, and see the replicas of the cars parked in front.
Blues Hall of Fame
Location: 421 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
Admission: $10
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Got the blues? Visit the exhibits celebrating the music of 400 inducted Blues legends. Features Steve Ray Vaughn performance Kimono, Pee Wee Crayton's Stratocaster Guitar & more.
Riverboat Cruise
Location: 45 Riverside Dr, Memphis, TN 38103
Admission: prices vary
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Enjoy the sights of Memphis on the Mississippi River. From music & dinner, or just seeing the city. Find a cruise here.
THE RIVER CITY
Chattanooga, TN
2 Nights, 2 Days
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Group Activities;
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Downtown Walking Tour (optional)
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Places To Eat & Drink
Where do we start... there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Chattanooga. Downtown has plenty of options when it comes to food.
If there is something specific you've always wanted to do & need help, let us know.
Other Things To See & Do
Ruby Falls
Lookout Mountain
Tennessee Aquarium
Brown's Ferry Tavern
International Towing & Recovery Museum
BIRTHPLACE OF EVLIS
Tupelo, MS
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Group Activities;
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Visit The Birthplace of Elvis Presley
MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND
Muscle Shoals, AL
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Group Activities;
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Downtown Walking Tour (optional)
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Places To Eat & Drink
Where do we start... there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Nashville. Every bar/honky tonk in downtown will do food from burger & fries to taco, pizzas & more.
If there is something specific you've always wanted to do & need help, let us know.
Other Things To See & Do
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THE LAND OF DOLLY
Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
1 Night, 1 Day
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Group Activities;
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Downtown Walking Tour (optional)
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Places To Eat & Drink
Where do we start... there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Nashville. Every bar/honky tonk in downtown will do food from burger & fries to taco, pizzas & more.
If there is something specific you've always wanted to do & need help, let us know.
Other Things To See & Do
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