Insider Memphis Music and History Tour

Get ready to put your hands together for an itinerary that takes you back in time with live music that only Memphis and Nashville can deliver! With guided music tours and VIP access, this USA vacation gives you the chance to get all the industry secrets. You will be transported back to the glitz and glamour of a bygone era as you submerge in a journey through the history of American music, staying in iconic luxury hotels peppered with a mix of surprising delights as you go.

Take a thrilling journey to the USA's south on a tour that uncovers the immense cultural, musical and gastronomic heritage of this region steeped in atmospheric landscapes, vibrant cities and antebellum plantation history. Highlights include trips to Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans, as well as the chance to discover the moving stories of the enslaved on a visit to two plantations and the opportunity to explore the swamplands and peaceful bayous of Mississippi and Louisiana.

Experience authentic Southern charm with a stay in one of Mississippi’s finest hotels. Dating back to 1818, this magnificent antebellum mansion, stunning gardens and former plantation estate has been designated a National Historic Landmark.

With a tagline that boasts that "nothing is overlooked except the White House", the Hay Adams certainly is proud of its service and its impressive address. With elegant rooms and suites, fine dining and impeccable service it is a beautiful hotel.

Set within the historic 1908 Beaux Arts Maison Blanche building, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans retains the grace and charm of an antebellum mansion and is within just a few minutes walk of the center of the city's exciting and vibrant French Quarter

This cozy and gracious hotel is set right in the heart of Natchez overlooking the Mississippi River. With warm hospitality it's an ideal base for exploring the Antebellum homes of the area, many of which are within easing walking distance

The Peabody Memphis is a magnificent landmark hotel, with a downtown location just minutes from the city's iconic attractions.

In the heart of exclusive Georgetown, the Rosewood Washington DC sits among historic homes in a neighborhood rich with museums, galleries and shops. Stay for over-sized guest rooms and a guest-only rooftop cocktail bar and infinity pool.

This downtown luxury boutique hotel is the place to stay when exploring Nashville's creative spirit. Within walking distance to so much that Nashville has to offer, the Thompson benefits from a rooftop bar and great restaurant.

With its romantic waterfront setting on Chesapeake Bay and colonial clapboard vernacular, Inn at Perry Cabin is the epitome of southern charm and one of America’s most refined small luxury hotels.

This elegant hotel, located just 5 minutes walk from New Orleans French Quarter, has been beautifully restored to reflect the sumptuous surroundings of a bygone era. The Windsor Court combines historic glamor with every modern comfort.

Deepen your understanding of the US Civil Rights Movement on a private after-hours tour of the National Civil Rights Museum. From slavery to boycotts, sit-ins to black power, the museum experience is insightful, interactive, and hugely moving.

Discover the landmark attractions of the fabulous city of New Orleans and its Creole heritage, with a private guide exploring the highlights and cultural history of the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and grand mansions of the Garden District.

Explore Louisiana’s bayou country on an exciting airboat ride, winding through cypress swampland with commentary from a local guide as you soak up the scenery and scout for alligators, turtles, ibis, and other wildlife in this atmospheric landscape.

Climb aboard for a wildlife spotting cruise on the mighty Mississippi River. The largest river system in North America and immortalised in Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn, the river offers a wealth of swamps, bayous and wetlands, all teeming with wildlife.

Welcome to Music City Nashville. Brace yourself for an epic tour past live music honky tonks venues, iconic eateries and famous landmarks creating a thrilling tour of this buzzing city.

Enjoy a private tour of the historic RCA Studio B, the birthplace of the 60s Nashville Sound. Learn about the studio’s history and soak up the vibe, at the recording home of legendary music giants such as Elvis Presley, and the Everly Brothers.

A must-do tour for all Elvis and music lovers! Lose yourself in his world as you explore the home of Rock and Roll's most legendary icon on a half-day private VIP tour at Elvis Presley's Graceland!

An unforgettable and immersive experience, this private tour with behind-the-scenes access, will bring to life the story of World War II through impressive interactive displays, original artifacts and a 4D film.

The ultimate in souvenirs, this is the chance to experience the thrill of recording your own song in a private recording session, before taking a front row seat for a private performance from a rising music star.