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Southern Charms and the Great Smokies with Atlanta Extension
| | Globus Tours - Land Discount with Air: 10% |
| Land only discount: 10% |
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Tour Operator |
Globus |
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Tour Code |
ATE |
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Vacation Quality |
First Class |
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Vacation Type |
Escorted Tour |
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Number of Days |
11 |
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Starting Price |
$2119 (Select Dates) * |
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Single Supplement |
$768 |
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Triple room disc. |
$152 |
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Countries Visited |
United States
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City Highlights |
Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, Gatlinburg |
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MEMPHIS:
Welcome reception; sightseeing tour; visit Graceland, Rock n Soul Museum, and Sun Studios
NASHVILLE:
Sightseeing tour; visit Country Music Hall of Fame; reserved seats at Grand Ole Opry show; visit RCA Studio B and record your own hit
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK:
Orientation tour
DOLLYWOOD:
Explore the park and Pigeon Forge
GATLINBURG:
Orientation tour
ATLANTA:
Sightseeing tour; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
Welcome reception (WR); American breakfasts daily (B); 3 three-course dinners (D), including a special Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner in Atlanta.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers are included with land and air purchase.
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Day 1: Memphis. (Sat.)
Welcome to Memphis, the "Home of the Blues." This evening, mix and mingle with your traveling companions at the 6 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. (WR)
Day 2: Memphis. (Sun.)
This morning, enjoy a guided tour of the city, followed by a visit to the gardens and mansions of Elvis Presleys GRACELAND, named a National Historic Landmark in 2006. Youll also be able to board his private jet. The remainder of your day is free to explore on your own; perhaps visit the National Civil Rights Museum. Located at the Lorraine Motel, site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it traces the civil rights movement. (B,D)
Day 3: Memphis. (Mon.)
This morning, tour the ROCK N SOUL MUSEUM, which traces Memphis cultural and musical past and features Smithsonians Social Crossroads exhibition. Continue to SUN STUDIOS, the "cradle of Rock n Roll," and see the original recording studio where musicians like Howlin Wolf, B.B. King, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and many others first created the hot new sounds that became a musical phenomenon and changed the world forever. This evening, maybe take in a Blues club on recently revitalized Beale Street. (B)
Day 4: Memphis-Nashville. (Tue.)
Depart for Nashville. Upon arrival, experience this city up close and personal with a sighseeing tour of landmarks with a Local Guide, including Centennial Parks full-size replica of Athens Parthenon and the recording studios of Music Row. Tonight you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show at the world-famous GRAND OLE OPRY, the mecca for country musicians. (B)
Special Feature: Your hotel is the world-famous Opryland, where youll experience all the grandeur of the South with hospitality at its finest. Explore nine acres of lush indoor gardens, winding pathways, and sparkling waterfallls, as well as 30 specialty shops, a spa, and a variety of restaurants.
Day 5: Nashville. (Wed.)
Today, visit the COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME to see its rich collection of costumes, memorabilia, instruments, photographs, and, of course, Elvis Presleys solid gold Cadillac. Also, visit historic RCA STUDIO B”once a recording home of Elvis Presley. Youll even have the chance to make your own recording and take it home with you! Balance of day is at leisure. This evening, you may opt to join an excursion to Nashville Nightlife, combining dinner and the best of Music Citys country entertainment. (B)
Day 6: Nashville-Smoky Mountain National Park-Gatlinburg. (Thu.)
This morning, depart for Gatlinburg, nestled at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains. Journey along the spectacular Newfound Gap Road through GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, Americas most visited national park. As you travel to Clingmans Dome, the highest peak in the park, witness the mist or blue haze that surrounds the mountains for which the park is named. Upon arrival in Gatlinburg, enjoy an orientation tour. (B,D)
Day 7: Gatlinburg. Excursion to Dollywood. (Fri.)
Spend the day at world-famous DOLLYWOOD, an 88-acre landscaped theme park inspired by Dolly Parton and her love for the mountains, family, and country music. Before entering the park, stop in Pigeon Forge with time to shop for unique pottery and regional crafts. This evening, join an optional excursion to the Dixie Stampede, showcasing a hearty country dinner and an action-packed show. (B)
Day 8: Gatlinburg-Atlanta. (Sat.)
Travel south to Atlanta for a guided city tour focusing on the downtown area and the elegant residential neighborhoods that reflect a pride in tradition. Highlights of the tour include Peachtree Plaza, Olympic Village, the CN Headquarters, and the Governors Mansion. This evening, gather for tonights special GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINER hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)
Day 9: Atlanta. (Sun.)
Continue your stay in Atlanta. Your Globus Host will have plenty of suggestions to help you make the most of your stay. (B)
Day 10: Atlanta. (Mon.)
Today is at leisure to explore on your own. (B)
Day 11: Atlanta. (Tue.)
The vacation ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers provided. (B) |
| Receive 10% off any Listed Land Price if you purchase Land & Air or receive 10% off any land price if land only is purchased.These deals sell out fast and prices on all of our tour specials can only be guaranteed once deposit has been made, so hurry now! Please call us toll-free at 1 800 935 2620 to book one of our discounted specials. |
Land & Air and Land Only prices are based on per person in a double occupancy room. Single (Land & Air) and Single (Land Only) prices are based on per person in a single room. Taxes are not included on the listed prices.
| Touring Date |
Land & Air |
Land Only |
Single
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Single
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| May 03 - May 13, 2008 | Call Us | $2179 | Call Us | $2947 | | Jun 21 - Jul 01, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Jul 05 - Jul 15, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Sep 06 - Sep 16, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Sep 13 - Sep 23, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Sep 20 - Sep 30, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Oct 04 - Oct 14, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Oct 11 - Oct 21, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 | | Oct 18 - Oct 28, 2008 | Call Us | $2119 | Call Us | $2887 |
* All prices are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-935-2620 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents.
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