| Mohave Museum presents... America's Music Cities |
| Mohave Museum Presents... America's Music Cities Featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville 8 Days ● 10 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners May 20 – 27, 2012 $2219.00 per Person |
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Day 1: Sunday, May 20, 2012
New Orleans, Louisiana - Tour Begins
Step back in time for a cultural getaway to the “Jazz Capital of the World” – New Orleans! This soulful city abounds with rich
history, mouth-watering Cajun and Creole cuisine, and an incomparable soundtrack.
Day 2: Monday, May 21, 2012
French Quarter
Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of New Orleans‟ famous French Quarter where you will see the majestic St. Louis Cathedral, one of
the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Continue on to the bustling French Marketplace where you’ll explore Pirates Alley, the
Cabildo, the Presbytere and the Pontalba. Stop to taste a true New Orleans favorite at Café Du Monde. Tonight, roll up your sleeves
and prepare to discover how to cook New Orleans-style! During a unique cooking demonstration at the New Orleans School of
Cooking, your chef will indulge you in everything that Louisiana cuisine has to offer. Following dinner, discover why New Orleans
is known as the “Birthplace of Jazz” when you take in a toe-tapping jazz revue at a local jazz club. Today breakfast and dinner will
be included.
Day 3: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
French Quarter
Enjoy a tour of New Orleans along historic Esplanade Avenue. See St. Louis Cemetery #3, which opened in 1854 and features
some of the most elaborate crypts found in New Orleans‟ cemeteries. Then, relax during a drive along the shoreline of Lake
Pontchartrain. This romantic road eventually leads to the majestic St. Charles Avenue, whisking you past gorgeous mansions as
well as Tulane and Loyola, two famous universities in New Orleans. The remainder of the day is free to discover this great city
your way. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 4: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
New Orleans - Memphis, Tennessee
Travel north to Memphis, the birthplace of the Blues, Rock „n‟ Roll and Soul. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in Memphis‟
energetic musical scene as you feast on southern cuisine on world-famous Beale Street. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 5: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Memphis
This morning, embark on a one-of-a-kind tour of the city of Memphis. Local musicians board the coach and tell the story of
Memphis‟ musical heritage and history as you view the city’s many highlights…you may even be tempted to sing along! Then, don
your blue suede shoes when you visit Graceland, the palatial home of Elvis Presley. Enter Elvis‟ 14-acre estate and visit his home,
original business office, trophy building and the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest.
The remainder of your day is free to enjoy this city’s vast musical offerings on your own. Dance to the live music that may fill the
open air or spend the evening exploring Beale Street’s vibrant musical clubs! Today breakfast will be included.
Day 6: Friday, May 25, 2012
Memphis - Nashville
Journey to the “Music Capital of the World” – Nashville. This evening, take your reserved seat at the renowned “Grand Ole Opry.”
What began as a building where a local radio broadcast show aired once a week in 1925 has grown to become an entertainment
complex that attracts music fans from all over the world. After the show, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the music during a
backstage tour of the Opry! Today breakfast will be included.
Day 7: Saturday, May 26, 2012
Nashville
This morning, tour the historic RCA Studio B for an up-close look at Nashville’s oldest remaining record studio where Elvis
Presley, Dolly Parton and Charlie Pride once recorded some of their classic hits! Learn the secrets of how each artist recorded their
chart-topping music in this famous studio, where you may even have the opportunity to record your own hit! Then, explore the
Country Music Hall of Fame, the largest museum of popular music in the world. The museum’s vast collections of memorabilia,
costumes, recordings and instruments are artfully presented in cutting-edge exhibits relaying the colorful histories of country music
and its artists. This afternoon, a local guide will share the history and lore of Music City during a sightseeing tour. Visit the Old
Ryman Auditorium* and view the State Capitol, Music Row and the Parthenon - a full scale replica of the Athenian original!
Tonight, enjoy a special dinner at the famous Wild horse Saloon, home of a 3,300 square foot dance floor that is used every night
of the week by dancers and revelers! Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Sunday, May 27, 2012
Nashville - Tour Ends
New Orleans‟ jazz and food, the country music of Nashville and the sounds of Memphis comprise a journey full of experiences that
will have you humming and smiling long after you return home. Today breakfast will be included.
Included in Price:
Transportation to airport, Round Trip Air from McCarran Intl, Air Taxes and Fees, 10 meals Hotel Transfers
Not Included in Price:
Trip protection Coverage, gratuities, meals not mentioned
New Orleans, Louisiana - Tour Begins
Step back in time for a cultural getaway to the “Jazz Capital of the World” – New Orleans! This soulful city abounds with rich
history, mouth-watering Cajun and Creole cuisine, and an incomparable soundtrack.
Day 2: Monday, May 21, 2012
French Quarter
Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of New Orleans‟ famous French Quarter where you will see the majestic St. Louis Cathedral, one of
the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Continue on to the bustling French Marketplace where you’ll explore Pirates Alley, the
Cabildo, the Presbytere and the Pontalba. Stop to taste a true New Orleans favorite at Café Du Monde. Tonight, roll up your sleeves
and prepare to discover how to cook New Orleans-style! During a unique cooking demonstration at the New Orleans School of
Cooking, your chef will indulge you in everything that Louisiana cuisine has to offer. Following dinner, discover why New Orleans
is known as the “Birthplace of Jazz” when you take in a toe-tapping jazz revue at a local jazz club. Today breakfast and dinner will
be included.
Day 3: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
French Quarter
Enjoy a tour of New Orleans along historic Esplanade Avenue. See St. Louis Cemetery #3, which opened in 1854 and features
some of the most elaborate crypts found in New Orleans‟ cemeteries. Then, relax during a drive along the shoreline of Lake
Pontchartrain. This romantic road eventually leads to the majestic St. Charles Avenue, whisking you past gorgeous mansions as
well as Tulane and Loyola, two famous universities in New Orleans. The remainder of the day is free to discover this great city
your way. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 4: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
New Orleans - Memphis, Tennessee
Travel north to Memphis, the birthplace of the Blues, Rock „n‟ Roll and Soul. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in Memphis‟
energetic musical scene as you feast on southern cuisine on world-famous Beale Street. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 5: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Memphis
This morning, embark on a one-of-a-kind tour of the city of Memphis. Local musicians board the coach and tell the story of
Memphis‟ musical heritage and history as you view the city’s many highlights…you may even be tempted to sing along! Then, don
your blue suede shoes when you visit Graceland, the palatial home of Elvis Presley. Enter Elvis‟ 14-acre estate and visit his home,
original business office, trophy building and the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest.
The remainder of your day is free to enjoy this city’s vast musical offerings on your own. Dance to the live music that may fill the
open air or spend the evening exploring Beale Street’s vibrant musical clubs! Today breakfast will be included.
Day 6: Friday, May 25, 2012
Memphis - Nashville
Journey to the “Music Capital of the World” – Nashville. This evening, take your reserved seat at the renowned “Grand Ole Opry.”
What began as a building where a local radio broadcast show aired once a week in 1925 has grown to become an entertainment
complex that attracts music fans from all over the world. After the show, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the music during a
backstage tour of the Opry! Today breakfast will be included.
Day 7: Saturday, May 26, 2012
Nashville
This morning, tour the historic RCA Studio B for an up-close look at Nashville’s oldest remaining record studio where Elvis
Presley, Dolly Parton and Charlie Pride once recorded some of their classic hits! Learn the secrets of how each artist recorded their
chart-topping music in this famous studio, where you may even have the opportunity to record your own hit! Then, explore the
Country Music Hall of Fame, the largest museum of popular music in the world. The museum’s vast collections of memorabilia,
costumes, recordings and instruments are artfully presented in cutting-edge exhibits relaying the colorful histories of country music
and its artists. This afternoon, a local guide will share the history and lore of Music City during a sightseeing tour. Visit the Old
Ryman Auditorium* and view the State Capitol, Music Row and the Parthenon - a full scale replica of the Athenian original!
Tonight, enjoy a special dinner at the famous Wild horse Saloon, home of a 3,300 square foot dance floor that is used every night
of the week by dancers and revelers! Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Sunday, May 27, 2012
Nashville - Tour Ends
New Orleans‟ jazz and food, the country music of Nashville and the sounds of Memphis comprise a journey full of experiences that
will have you humming and smiling long after you return home. Today breakfast will be included.
Included in Price:
Transportation to airport, Round Trip Air from McCarran Intl, Air Taxes and Fees, 10 meals Hotel Transfers
Not Included in Price:
Trip protection Coverage, gratuities, meals not mentioned