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(C) Memphis & Nashville

The Best of Tennessee's Music Cities

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April 28 - May 3, 2020

Enjoy a finger-snapping, toe-tapping time on this tour of two of America’s most famed musical cities. Visit Memphis & Nashville as you explore the sounds of the blues, jazz, country and good ol' rock ‘n’ roll. In Memphis, we'll make the iconic pilgrimage to Graceland, and enjoy time to explore famed Beale Street. Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame, and see both the Ryman Auditorium and Sun Studio, where legendary musicians have performed.

(C) Memphis & Nashville

April 28 - May 3, 2020

Highlights

  • Step back in time at Graceland
  • Listen to some Blues or Jazz or Country
  • Tour the Ryman Auditorium
  • See a Grand Ole Opry Show
  • Visit a Southern Plantation
  • Small group no larger than 14
  • Time to explore personal interests
  • Suggestions for things to see and do
  • And More...See itinerary for details

Itinerary

Tuesday, 28 April 2020: Arrive Memphis; Welcome Dinner (D)

Schedule your arrival no later than 4:00pm and take local transportation to the hotel. The tour will begin at the hotel at 6:00pm with our Welcome Meeting, followed by dinner to get better acquainted. Overnight Memphis - 2 nights


Wednesday, 29 April 2020: Sun Studios; Rock 'n Soul Museum (B,L)

This morning, we explore Memphis, the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock 'n roll. There's no better place to start our visit than Sun Studios, where musical legends like B.B. King, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis were discovered. Stand in the very same spot that Elvis first recorded and hear the inside stories of B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf and Ike Turner. After lunch together, we'll stop for a visit at the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, where we'll explore the complete story of music history in this city. The remainder of the day is then free for you to meander down Beale Street and take in some great blues music.


Thursday, 30 April 2020: Graceland; Arrive Nashville (B,L)

We'll take an unforgettable journey through the most famous rock ‘n’ roll residence in the world: Graceland. Memphis was Elvis Presley's home for more than 20 years and at Graceland you can explore the personal side of The King. Learn how his revolutionary style and unique sound changed forever the face of popular music and culture. Then, we're off to Nashville, a capital city for country music and much more. Overnight Nashville - 3 nights


Friday, 01 May 2020: Belle Meade Plantation Visit; Country Music Hall of Fame (B,L)

We begin the day enjoying southern charm at Belle Meade Plantation, which captures everything that is beautiful about the South. We'll uncover a century of Belle Meade’s history as told through the stories of the Harding and Jackson family and the skilled laborers who collectively worked to make Belle Meade America’s premier thoroughbred horse farm. We then return to downtown Nashville to visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, dubbed "the Smithsonian of Country Music."


Saturday, 02 May 2020: Ryman Auditorium; Group Lunch; Grand Ole Opry (B,L)

In the heart of Nashville is Ryman Auditorium, a National Historic Landmark that is most famous for being the early home of the Grand Ole Opry. But the Ryman has more stories to tell. Since it was built in 1892, it has served as an evangelical temple and a premier performance venue, and has been called the “Carnegie Hall of the South,” the “Home of Bluegrass,” and “The Mother Church of Country Music.” Its history comes alive as we walk through the auditorium and stand in the wings where such notables as Minnie Pearl, James Brown, and Katherine Hepburn have also stood. Afterward, we'll enjoy lunch together. The afternoon is yours to explore as you wish before we regroup for one of America’s great live music shows – the Grand Ole Opry! Unlike a typical concert, the Opry presents eight or more artists on each show. Not only does it offer a sample of each artist’s musical style, it is perhaps the only show that routinely features three generations of performers – legends, superstars and up-and-comers. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere else!


Sunday, 03 May 2020: Return Home from Nashville (B)

Sadly, our time together has come to an end. Based on the departure time you provide WTT, your Tour Leader can assist with organizing travelers into small groups so you can ride-share to the airport if you wish.



(C) Memphis & Nashville

April 28 - May 3, 2020

Pricing

  • Room Share

    $2,392.00

  • Single Room

    $3,250.00

  • Non-Members

    ADD $50.00

  • Status of this Tour

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Tour Prices are in US Dollars
Full Payment Due at time of Reservation

Tour Pricing Includes

  • All meals and activities expressly listed in the itinerary, PLUS...
  • All tipping of local guides
  • WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
  • Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
  • Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT

Not Included In The Price

  • Airfare or other transportation to and from the tour
  • Airport transfers
  • Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary
  • Any personal expenses or expenditures
  • Any pre- or post- tour arrangements
  • Any gratuities for the WTT tour leader
  • Travel Insurance

Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for This Tour

At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Thursday, 31 Oct 2019: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Wednesday, 29 Jan 2020: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date.
Saturday, 14 Mar 2020: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.

Please review our Terms and Conditions before making your reservation. You will be required to confirm you have read and agree to WTT's terms & conditions before our website will allow you to submit the Reservation FORM.

By submitting the Reservation Form you are providing your electronic signature that you are authorizing WTT to charge your credit card the required amount due for the tour at this time, and to charge your credit card in a separate transaction for the membership length selected, if applicable.

Travel Insurance: It is your responsibility to purchase the amount of travel insurance you determine is appropriate to protect you from the risk of financial loss should you have to cancel your tour, or should unforeseen events, due to no fault of WTT, prevent the tour from operating in whole or in part as originally scheduled.

WTT does not sell travel insurance. As a convenience, we will email you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation, however you can purchase insurance from any provider you choose.

You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.


(C) Memphis & Nashville

April 28 - May 3, 2020

Flights, Transfers & Lodging

Arrival & Departure Information

Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
When searching for flights for this trip, be sure to search "Multi-city" or "Multiple Destinations." For comparison, you may also want to search for one-way fares.

Arrival Airport: MEM - Memphis, TN (Memphis International Airport)
Arrival Date: Friday, April 23rd.  Arrive no later than 4:00pm.
Arrival Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi. Details provided in Final Travel Instructions.

Departure Airport: BNA - Nashville, TN (Nashville Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Wednesday, April 28th.  Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi.


Lodging / Hotels

Memphis, TN: Courtyard by Marriott Memphis Downtown
Nashville, TN: Hampton Inn Nashville

In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the hotel accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.


Want to Arrive a Day Early?

Worried about possible flight delays? Consider arriving one day before the official tour start date. Many of our travelers choose this optional service. Your pre-tour package includes:
  • The room (standard check-in times apply)
  • Breakfast the following morning
  • Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
    $121.00 Roomshare   $242.00 Single

The pre-tour package is an optional service.  Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.


Additional Reminders About This Tour


(C) Memphis & Nashville

April 28 - May 3, 2020

Destination Information

“This tour truly was life-changing. I was apprehensive and nervous. It took me 4 months to finally sign up for a tour. It changed my perspective on alot of things and was the most amazing experience with all the women. All the activities were well planned and I enjoyed all the prescheduled tours and museums. Both hotels were nice and comfortable. I will never look back and hesitate again. More tours for me!”
Myndi M. - Rocky River, OH
“The Belle Meade Plantation tour was super. Our 6th row seats at the Opry were fantastic! I enjoy history, so touring the museums and Graceland was so informative. Listening to music all day in some fashion was a treat. (Our WTT Tour Leader) was outstanding! From the day we arrived to heading back... She provided suggestions for additional activities. Our group got along so well. New friends! The Charleston tour in April (2025) will be my 6th (WTT tour). Hopefully not my last.”
Judy H. - Bowling Green, OH
“The immersion into the history of blues, rock & roll, and country that these two cities provide was awe-inspiring. Walking where the greats walked, hearing the stories, and listening to the sounds of past and present was wonderful. Singing karaoke on Beale Street. Just do it! Meeting new friends and having the best time of your life is well worth it.”
Bonnie C. - Wareham, MA

Traveling Solo?  Most of the women on your tour are traveling solo!

  • If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
  • Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
  • These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.
A few facts about sharing a room:
  • All shared rooms are non-smoking
  • Your roommate will be of similar age
  • No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
  • See "Frequently Asked Questions" for more details
As a solo traveler you are responsible for yourself, your possessions, your physical fitness, and all other aspects related to participation in the WTT tour you have chosen.

Because of this requirement, WTT tours are not suitable for anyone who is physically challenged, walking impaired, or is a slow walker that cannot keep up with the pace of the group.

The activities on this tour are rated as follows:
  • 85% Easy
  • 15% Moderate (driving distances and moderate walking)
Activity levels are subjective and based on the reader's interpretation. Almost everyone overestimates their abilities. Therefore, it is your responsibility to read the itinerary and understand what you are doing throughout the tour.

If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet the physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.

Read more about Activity Levels

  • Breakfast daily
  • 4 Lunches
  • 1 Dinner

Selections for the included lunches and dinners will highlight the local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.

In general the daily temperature will likely be in the mid-70s with nightly lows in the 50s. An afternoon shower or thunderstorm is not uncommon.

For This Trip You May Want—

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Smart-casual wear if you'd like to dress up a bit for dinners.
  • Lightweight but warm jacket/sweater for the cool mornings and evenings or the unusually brisk day.
  • Inexpensive rain poncho, just in case
  • Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.

Good Packing Habits—

  • Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
  • Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
  • Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
  • Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use and the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.

  • It is best to travel as lightly as possible. Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
  • You may bring one suitcase plus small shoulder bag/day pack/purse.
  • Maximum suitcase size: 25-inches in height as measured from the FLOOR to the top of the retracted handle. The small case in a 3-piece luggage set easily meets this requirement and should be plenty roomy for this length of trip.
  • Suitcases larger than 25" in height will not fit in the WTT coach; don't bring them.
  • The maximum weight of your suitcase should not exceed 30 pounds, as you will need to lift it into the coach luggage compartment.
  • You are responsible for managing your own belongings. We expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach and load it on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient. The possibility of steps exist at most hotel entrances.

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.

  • Notify your credit card issuer and checking account bank that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
  • ATMs are typically the best way of obtaining cash; you must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use the ATMs.

All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf. 

  • You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
  • You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.
Your deposit can be converted to Parked Credits for use on a new tour if done BEFORE 31 October 2019
To get off this tour and register for another tour, you must follow these steps - in the order shown:
1) Submit a Cancellation Form for this tour.
2) WAIT before submitting your new reservation! You must receive the Cancellation Confirmation email before submitting your new reservation. This can take up to 2 business days. The Cancellation Confirmation email will list the amount of parked credits from this tour that are now available to use on a new reservation.
3) COMPLETE the new Reservation Form and USE the parked credits towards your deposit on the new tour.

Note: If you used Parked Credits to pay the deposit on this tour, these credits cannot be used a second time and are not eligible to be transferred.
Complete the Cancellation Form as soon as you know you need to cancel. This is important because cancellation penalties - listed under "Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for this Tour" - are based on the date WTT receives your Cancellation Form.
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