Take a journey through the American South celebrating two of music’s most iconic stars – Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” and Dolly Parton, the “Queen of Country.” Visit Tupelo, Mississippi, where Elvis was born, and see the humble home and area where his story began. Continue to Memphis, “The Home of the Blues,” and discover the city that helped shape blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Tour Graceland, Elvis Presley’s legendary estate, where you can step aboard his custom jets, see treasured memorabilia and costumes, and visit the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and other family members are laid to rest.In Brownsville, Tennessee, visit the Tina Turner Museum and learn about the life and career of the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Then travel to Nashville, “Music City USA,” where Dolly Parton arrived on the scene the day after her high school graduation and began her journey to stardom. Take an orientation tour that includes famous Music Row, the heart of the city’s music industry. Continue to Louisville, home to boxing legend Muhammad Ali and horse-racing legends like Triple Crown winner Secretariat. Have time to visit the Muhammad Ali Center or the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory or sample some of Kentucky’s signature bourbon at one of the distilleries along Whiskey Row. Then, head to Sevierville, TN, Dolly Parton’s hometown, to see the bronze statue honoring her remarkable career. Spend two nights in nearby Pigeon Forge, where you’ll have free time to explore on your own or join an optional excursion to Dollywood Amusement Park. From legendary performers and musical landmarks to Southern hospitality and scenic landscapes, this value-minded vacation showcases the people, places, and stories that helped shape American music.
