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Elvis & the Southern Sounds
8 DAYS FROM £1095

This holiday has departures available between: 18th Feb 2009 to 18th Nov 2009
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Delve into American music and the life of the international King of Rock 'n' Roll - Elvis Presley - on this exciting behind the scenes tour of America's musical landmark cities.

Included Highlights

Memphis Behind the scenes sightseeing with local guide
Stay at the Heartbreak Hotel
Graceland Guided audio Platinum tour
Sun Studio Guided tour
Tupelo Visit to Elvis Presley's birthplace and museum
Rock 'n' Soul Museum Visit
Grand Ole Opry Evening performance
Nashville City sightseeing with local guide
Country Music Hall of Fame Visit
Studio B Visit and recording

Your Price Includes

Flights: UK - Memphis; Nashville - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Professional tour director on tour and local representative's assistance at other times
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option no supplement to pay

Elvis Aaron Presley is one of the USA's greatest popular music icons, whose influence on other performers has been profound and long lasting. He has sold more than one billion records worldwide - more than any other artist. His premature death in 1977 has done nothing to lessen the enthusiasm of his legions of loyal followers.

This highly enjoyable holiday is for all fans of the 'King', as well as devotees of the rich musical legacy that he and his fellow Southerners have given the world, including rock 'n' roll, blues, bluegrass, rhythm 'n' blues and country music.
You'll visit Elvis Presley's Birthplace in Tupelo, the humble two-room house where the 'King' was born, the adjacent museum 'Times and Things Remembered' which contains rare photos and memorabilia, and Memphis, the 'home of the blues', where he grew up and cut his first disc. You'll be able to trace the musical influences which affected the young aspiring singer, including country music, gospel and the blues he heard on Beale Street, epitomised in the compositions of the great WC Handy. You'll also visit locations which featured prominently in Elvis' life and work, including Sun Studio and Graceland, his impressive mansion - today a famous pilgrimage site for fans. The mansion tour consists of the living room, music room, Elvis' parents bedroom, the dining room, kitchen, TV room, pool room and 'jungle den' in the main house. Behind the house are Elvis' racquetball building and his original business office. You will also see his trophy building, which houses his enormous collection of gold records, awards and career mementos. Don't miss the section of the mansion where you can find significant items like the desk from Elvis' personal office and an extensive collection of his stage costumes. The tour ends with a quiet visit to the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest.
Besides discovering more about Elvis, you will learn about the music that influenced him by experiencing the soul roots of Memphis and visiting revered country music sites in Nashville.
In Nashville, the home of country music, you'll enjoy a performance at the renowned Grand Ole Opry, the world's premier country music venue since 1925 and the setting for the nation's longest running radio music show. You'll also visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, which houses classic memorabilia such as Elvis' gold Cadillac and illustrates the roots and development of Bluegrass, Cajun, cowboy and western-swing music.

Holiday Itinerary

DAY 1: UK - Memphis.
Fly to Memphis where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for three nights.

DAY 2: Memphis. Included guided city sightseeing, Rock 'n' Soul Museum and tour of Graceland.
During your city sightseeing you will get a unique, 'behind the scenes' perspective from your expert guide. Then it's on to the Rock 'n' Soul Museum, which traces Memphis' cultural and musical past. This afternoon is dedicated to a guided visit of Graceland. You'll also be able to board the 'King's' private jet.

DAY 3: Memphis. Included visits to Sun Studio and Tupelo.
This morning we journey to Tupelo, to visit Elvis' birthplace and museum. Then it's back to Memphis for a visit to Sun Studio, probably the most famous recording studio in the world, where Rock 'n' Roll was first recorded. You will be able to hear the outtakes from sessions, touch Elvis' first microphone, see memorabilia and re-live the history of the studio that launched the careers of Johnny Cash, BB King, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and many other music legends.

DAY 4: Memphis - Nashville. Included Grand Ole Opry.
Today we head east to Nashville, 'Music City USA'. Tonight you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry.

DAY 5: Nashville. Included city sightseeing.
Nashville is the ideal destination for all kinds of visitors: music fans, history buffs and southern lovers. Start your day with a visit to Studio B, Nashville's oldest surviving recording studio, and one of the most important studios in the USA. Between 1957-1977 there were more than 35,000 songs recorded here including 262 Elvis Presley recordings. Studio B is a must see for any music fan, but especially those who love Elvis. You will even have the chance to make a recording and take it home with you. Afterwards enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, passing by famous recording studios of Music Row, the centre of the recording industry, which first developed in the 1950's. Get behind the scenes of the music industry by visiting the very popular Country Music Hall of Fame with its glittering costumes, rare instruments, and Elvis Presley's solid gold Cadillac.

DAY 6: Nashville.
Today is at leisure to explore more of this vibrant city. Visit the historic Ryman Auditorium, restored home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943-1974, the Hermitage, home of Andrew Jackson, seventh President of the United States, or perhaps shop for old and new music along with souvenirs at the historic Nashville landmark, Ernest Tubb Record Shop. Tonight join our optional evening out to see 'A Tribute to the King', a high-energy show that highlights six eras of Elvis' career.

DAY 7: Nashville - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.

DAY 8: Home landing in the UK.

Maximum elevation on this tour is 1,160 ft.

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Accommodation on Tour

Memphis: Heartbreak Hotel; Nashville: Holiday Inn Express.

Elvis' 32nd Anniversary Special Memorial Departure 14 August

If you are only planning one visit to Memphis and Graceland make sure you're there for Elvis Week in August 2009 to commemorate the 32nd anniversary of The King's death.
Every August, Elvis fans from around the world and of all ages are drawn to Memphis, for Elvis Week - a commemoration of the music, magic and memories associated with the legacy of Elvis Presley. Join us on this special departure and be at Graceland for the famous Candle Light Vigil, when fans are invited to Elvis' gravesite in the Meditation Gardens carrying a candle in quiet remembrance.
Note: This special departure includes all activities on our regular departures, plus one extra night in Memphis. Accommodation in Memphis (all 4 nights) is the Crown Plaza Hotel (different from the other departures).

Holiday Extensions

  • Las Vegas: there's no place quite like it
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    Elvis & the Southern Sounds + Las Vegas - 3 Extra nights from £230

    Extend your stay with an extra few days in Las Vegas, the connection to the King.
    From 1969 to 1976 Elvis performed over 800 times in the main showroom of the Las Vegas Hilton.
    Las Vegas in the 60's and 70's was definitely Elvis' kind of place. He worked, lived, played and even married there. On day 7 of your tour fly to Las Vegas and transfer to your hotel, the Imperial Palace for the next three nights. On day 10 included transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.

  • Downtown Nashville
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    Elvis & the Southern Sounds + Nashville - 2 Extra nights from £86

    Why not take the opportunity to discover more sights and sounds of this lively city.
    There is plenty more to see and do with all of Nashville's great restaurants, musical activities, antebellum homes, attractions and entertainment.
    On day 7 of your tour remain at the Holiday Inn Express hotel for the next two nights, before transferring to the airport on day 9 for your overnight flight home.

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    Elvis & the Southern Sounds + New Orleans - 3 Extra Nights From £216

    Why not take this opportunity to extend your holiday in the vibrant, multicultural city of New Orleans? The city's location makes it a perfect spot for seafood. Fresh fish, shrimp, crab, oysters and crayfish abound. Enjoy a wealth of fabulous restaurants and be sure to stop by at the famous Café du Monde to savour a breakfast of beignets and café au lait. To hear traditional jazz at its best visit Bourbon Street or Preservation Hall, where musicians play every evening.
    On day 7, fly to New Orleans, where you will stay at the Holiday Inn Express hotel for the next three nights. On day 10 transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.

Accommodation on Extensions

Elvis & the Southern Sounds + Las Vegas - 3 Extra nights from £230

  • Imperial Palace
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    The Imperial Palace comprises contemporary towers featuring an ornate and traditional Asian style. The hotel offers a friendly atmosphere, great entertainment, dining, shopping and everything you need for a complete holiday.

    Location: In the centre of the 'Strip' the hotel affords the best location to enjoy the non-stop entertainment and vibrant energy of the 'City that never sleeps'.
    Facilities: Beauty salon; fitness centre; hot tub and health club; outdoor swimming pool; entertainment shows; 9 restaurants; bar; concierge services; casino; classic car collection.
    Price includes: Room with private facilities; telephone; cable television; pay-per-view movies; hairdryer; iron/ironing board.

Elvis & the Southern Sounds + Nashville - 2 Extra nights from £86

  • The Holiday Inn Express, Nashville
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    The Holiday Inn Express Nashville is located right on Broadway in the heart of downtown Nashville. Offering modern decor and known for its southern hospitality, the hotel creates the perfect atmosphere for a memorable stay.

    Location: Centrally located for both Music Row and the Downtown Entertainment District, Ryman Auditorium and within blocks of restaurants and bars, including the popular Honky Tonks.
    Facilities: Lobby; breakfast room; gift shop; newsstand; safety deposit boxes at front desk; outdoor pool; health/fitness centre.
    Price includes: Room with private facilities; hairdryer; coffee-maker; iron/ironing board; telephone with voice mail; TV; radio.

Elvis & the Southern Sounds + New Orleans - 3 Extra Nights From £216

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    The Holiday Inn Express, New Orleans, is a historic hotel located in the Central Business District.

    Location: One block away from Bourbon Street and the French Quarter nightlife, with Dixieland Jazz Clubs and world famous restaurants.
    Facilities: Concierge services; breakfast bar; outdoor pool; rooftop garden; lobby.
    Price includes: Room with private facilities; tea/coffee-maker; cable TV; hairdryer; air-conditioning; iron/ironing board; alarm clock; phone.