The Ultimate Southern Music Experience

Memphis, Muscle Shoals, & The Mississippi Delta

About This Tour

The Ultimate Southern Music Experience

From the bright lights of Beale Street to the legendary crossroads of the Mississippi Delta, this extraordinary Southern adventure traces the roots of America’s most influential music. Explore Graceland, Sun Studio, Stax Records, Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, and the humble homes where icons like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash began their journeys. Along the way, you’ll cruise the Mighty Mississippi, discover the stories behind the Civil Rights Movement, enjoy authentic Southern cuisine, and experience live blues performances in legendary venues.

Travel through Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, and Mississippi as expert guides reveal the people, places, and events that shaped rock ‘n’ roll, soul, gospel, country, and blues music. Stay in unique and historic accommodations, including Memphis’ famous Peabody Hotel and the iconic Shack Up Inn in Clarksdale. Whether you’re a lifelong music enthusiast or simply love Southern culture, this tour offers an unforgettable immersion into the sounds, stories, and spirit of the American South.

Your Tour at a Glance

Tour Highlights Include

Fully Customizable Programs

Elvis Presley's Graceland

Sun Studio

Edge Motor Museum

Beale Street

Dyess - Johnny Cash Boyhood Home

Southern Tenant Farmer's Museum

Stax Museum of American Soul Music

National Civil Rights Museum

Memphis Riverboats

Guided Memphis Mojo Tour

Helen Keller's Birthplace & Home

Muscle Shoals Sound Studios

Tupelo Hardware Co.

William Falkner's Rowan Oak

Elvis Presley's Birthplace

Viking Cooking School Demo & Dinner

"The Help" Movie Guided Tour

BB King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center

Delta Blues Museum

The Blues Crossroads

Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.

Every Program Built Around Your Group

At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.

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