Kings to King of Kings

• Graceland
• Beale Street
• Memphis MoJo Tour
• B.B. Blues Club
• Mississippi Riverboat Cruise
• Lorraine Motel & the National Civil Rights Museum
• Stax Museum of American Soul Music
• Peabody Hotel Duck Parade
• Sun Studio
• Memphis Rock n' Soul Museum
• Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
• Grand Ole Opry or Ryman Auditorium (pending performance schedule)
• Creation Museum
• Ark Encounter
• King of Kentucky Bourbon Distillery

6 Nights / 7 Days

Day One - Welcome to Memphis: Where Legends Live On

• Begin your journey in the heart of rock ‘n’ roll with a tour of the iconic Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. Stroll down Beale Street for lunch on your own, soaking in the rhythm of the city. In the afternoon, dive into Memphis culture with the MoJo Tour, a high-energy ride filled with music, history, and laughs. Enjoy dinner with Southern flair and live blues at B.B. King’s Blues Club, then end the evening with cocktails aboard a classic Mississippi Riverboat Cruise. You'll rest in style at The Guest House at Graceland.

Day Two - Civil Rights, Soul, and Southern Hospitality

• Explore America's powerful history at the National Civil Rights Museum, housed in the historic Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. After a soulful lunch at the beloved Central BBQ, continue the journey through Memphis music at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Watch the famous Peabody Ducks strut their stuff at the Peabody Hotel before sitting down for a classic Italian dinner at Coletta’s, a local institution. Return to The Guest House at Graceland for another restful night.

Day Three - Studio Magic & a Nashville Welcome

• Step inside musical history at the Legendary Sun Studio, where icons like Johnny Cash and Elvis made magic. Visit the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum for a deeper dive into the city’s soundscape, then enjoy lunch on your own back on vibrant Beale Street. In the afternoon, hit the road to Nashville. Upon arrival, check into your comfortable accommodations at the Drury Hotel and enjoy dinner on your own in charming Historic Downtown Franklin.

Day Four - Country Classics & Live Legends

• Kick off the day with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, where the stories and sounds of country legends come to life. Grab lunch on your own downtown, then prepare for an unforgettable evening at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry or the historic Ryman Auditorium, where the spirit of country music truly sings. Return to the Drury Hotel for the night.

Day Five - From Nashville to Noah

• After breakfast and checking out by 9:00 a.m., head to Kentucky for a visit to the awe-inspiring Creation Museum, where faith and science meet in stunning exhibits. Enjoy lunch on your own at the museum café before continuing your tour. For dinner, enjoy comfort food at Cracker Barrel, then settle in for the night in Florence, Kentucky.

Day Six - Ark Encounter Adventure

• Today, step into a life-size replica of Noah’s Ark at the immersive Ark Encounter. Discover the story of the flood through interactive exhibits and explore Noah’s Village, where you’ll have time for lunch on your own. In the evening, savor a buffet-style Southern feast at Emzara’s Buffet, conveniently located at the Ark. Rest up with another overnight in Florence.

Day Seven - Bourbon & Farewell

• It’s time to head home, but the adventure’s not quite over! On the way back, enjoy a possible stop in Louisville for a top-off tour at the King of Kentucky Bourbon distillery—perfect for toasting to an incredible trip.

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