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The Old South & Florida with Special Mardi Gras In New Orleans

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Day 1 - New Orleans. Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.
Day 2 - New Orleans. The morning is dedicated to the sights and sounds of this Old World city. First, visit the French Quarter including St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square. Next, learn about the city's unique burial customs at an aboveground cemetery, followed by a leisurely drive down historic St. Charles Avenue to enjoy its stately mansions and clanging streetcars. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 3 - New Orleans. Today, experience the colorful parades, floats, and costumes of "Fat Tuesday!" Try to catch colorful dubloons as they are thrown from the floats - but watch out, the competition is fierce! Try the famous King Cake with coffee and don the traditional Mardi Gras colors of green, gold, and purple in preparation for New Orleans' most renowned and exciting day of celebration.
Day 4 - New Orleans - Baton Rouge - Natchez. Drive through the heart of Cajun Country to Baton Rouge for an orientation tour that features the Governor's Mansion and the State Capitol. Next, on to elegant Natchez, a thriving port in the golden years of the cotton trade. Visit a gracious PRE-CIVIL WAR HOME, featuring fine collections of period furniture and paintings. In the evening, relax and perhaps sip a refreshing mint julep as the sun goes down.
Day 5 - Natchez - Jackson - Memphis. Drive to Jackson, then north through rural Mississippi to Memphis. On arrival, acquaint yourself with the town during an included orientation tour. For your first night in the "Home of the Blues," why not visit one of the famous music clubs on Beale Street, immortalized in WC Handy's famous songs? (CB)
Day 6 - Memphis - Graceland Visit - Nashville. A trip to Memphis would not be complete without visiting GRACELAND, the palatial home of "The King," Elvis Presley. Our guided platinum audio tour focuses on the splendid garden and the opulent 15,000-squarefoot mansion. Afterward, the "Capital of Country Music," Nashville.
Day 7 - Nashville. Its association with country music has made the name Nashville world famous, but it's not just music fans who will find this charming Southern city a delight. Start the day with a sightseeing tour of the famous landmarks, including the Parthenon, the State Capitol, Bicentennial State Park, and the recording studios of Music Row. Then, visit the COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME with its glittering costumes, rare instruments, and Elvis Presley's "solid-gold" Cadillac. This evening you have reserved seats for an unforgettable show at the world-famous GRAND OLE OPRY, a mecca for country musicians since 1925.
Day 8 - Nashville - Chattanooga - Atlanta. First stop today is Chattanooga, home of the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Then, enter the "Peach State" of Georgia and continue through Chattahoochee National Forest to the fast-growing metropolis of Atlanta, former home and burial place of civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. After an included sightseeing tour of the city, the rest of the day is yours to explore or relax.
Day 9 - Atlanta - Savannah. We head south through rich, rolling farmland to the historic seaport of Savannah for a 2-night stay. On this afternoon's TROLLEY TOUR, your tour highlights attractions such as the City Market, Forsyth Park, Mercer House, Madison Square (where General Sherman concluded his "March to the Sea"), Colonial Park Cemetery, and the world-famous River Street. This evening is free to explore this charming city on your own. (CB)
Day 10 - Savannah. A day at leisure to explore. Shop on cobblestoned River Street or stroll among the many squares surrounded by elegant homes and majestic gardens. Don't miss the impressive Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, where you can learn about Savannah's important role in maritime history. (CB)
Day 11 - Savannah - St. Augustine - Orlando. Travel into the "Sunshine State" of Florida, stopping first at St. Augustine, the oldest city in the United States. You will see the Oldest House and the Spanish fortress, Castillo de San Marcos, on your orientation tour. Then, drive to the magical city of Orlando. (CB)
Day 12 - Orlando. A full day to relax and explore the many sights in the Orlando area. Your Tour Director will suggest a varied and exciting selection of optional outings, such as Disney's huge entertainment parks, including the Magic Kingdom®, Animal Kingdom®, Epcot®, and MGM Studios®. Also on the list are SeaWorld® (America's biggest marine life park) and exciting Universal Studios®.
Day 13 - Orlando. The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers to Orlando International Airport are included. You can extend your vacation with extra nights and explore the "Sunshine State" further with a variety of exciting optional activities.
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  Tour Name   The Old South & Florida with Special Mardi Gras In New Orleans
  Tour Code  
8690
  Tour Duration    13 Days
  Price From   $1,839.00   See in Cart
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Pricing (Per Person)

Land Start Date Price Our Price
2013-02-10 $1919 See Price in Cart
    Prices based on double-room occupancy.

    Single Room Supplement:
    $819

    Triple Room Reduction per person:
    $178

    Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available.
 

Features

  • City Highlights
    • Sightseeing in New Orleans, Nashville, and Atlanta; Savannah Trolley Tour; orientation tours in Baton Rouge, Natchez, Memphis, and St. Augustine; Natchez including a pre-Civil War home, Graceland, Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry.
  • Guides
    • Local Guides for city sightseeing in New Orleans, Natchez, Nashville, and Savannah; services of a professional Tour Director.
  • Launch Date
    • 10/11/11 8:00pm
  • Meals
    • 4 continental breakfasts (CB)
  • Scenic Highlights
    • French Quarter, Cajun Country, Chattahoochee National Forest.
  • Title
    • The Old South & Florida with Special Mardi Gras in New Orleans
  • Transportation
    • Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring.
 

Hotels

    NEW ORLEANS Sheraton New Orleans (SF), NATCHEZ Isle of Capri Hotel (F), MEMPHIS Crowne Plaza (MF), NASHVILLE Millennium Maxwell House Hotel (F), ATLANTA Country Inn & Suites Buckhead (MF), SAVANNAH Inn at Ellis Square (ST), ORLANDO Wyndham Orlando Resort (F)