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Country Roads of the Deep South a Women

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$9,775

12 days

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Deep South on this 12-day, guided, women-only tour, designed to celebrate and connect with influential women. Experience the soul of Nashville as you stroll through the Broadway entertainment district, surrounded by the lights and sounds of country music legends. Enjoy a guided tour of Studio B and meet a female songwriter at the Country Music Hall of Fame who will share her industry insights. In Memphis, participate in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a tour focused on Courageous Women Fighting for Women's Rights, Civil Rights, and Justice for All, followed by a private tour of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Explore New Orleans through the Great Women of the Mississippi River Delta tour, discovering the remarkable women who shaped the city. Conclude your journey with a cooking demo led by a female chef and a behind-the-scenes tour of Mardi Gras World. 

Locations Visited

Nashville, Memphis, Greenwood, Natchez, Lafayette, New Orleans

Countries Visited

United States

Travel Style

Women-Only

Accommodations

11 nights included

Age Requirements

Minimum age 5

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrive in Nashville

Welcome to Nashville, the capital of Tennessee and spiritual home of the US country music scene. From the Everly Brothers' “Bye Bye Love" to Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman,” the city's streets echo with legendary tunes. Settle in and relax before meeting your Travel Director and fellow women travelers for a welcome dinner with wine. Prepare to be enchanted by the unique experiences and inspiring females awaiting you over the next 12 days on this extraordinary women-only journey through the Deep South.

  • Accommodation

    The Banker's Alley Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton


  • Meals

    Dinner with Wine

Highlights

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Welcome Dinner in Nashville

Relax and unwind before meeting your Travel Director and fellow guests to mingle before sitting down to a Welcome Dinner with wine.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Music City over two days, starting with an orientation to get up close and personal with Nashville's vibrant culture. Explore the scenic Riverfront Park, the historic Tennessee State Capitol, and the sprawling
132-acre Centennial State Park, home to a stunning replica of Greece’s Parthenon. 
Stroll along Broadway, passing lively honky-tonks and street performers, before arriving at the historic RCA Studio B for a guided tour. Discover Nashville’s music history in this iconic studio where over 47,000 songs have been recorded by legends like Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and modern stars like Martina McBride and Carrie Underwood. Learn fascinating stories behind these legendary recordings and see original instruments used in producing over 1,000 hit records. Continue your musical journey to The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, where you'll take in a one-hour performance by a talented female songwriter and enjoy a self-guided tour of this tribute to American music. Conclude your day at the famous Grand Ole Opry, the world-renowned country music venue and the longest-running radio broadcast in U.S. history, for an evening of country fun with your group of like-minded women. 

  • Accommodation

    The Banker's Alley Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Visit RCA Studio B

On a guided tour walk the hallowed halls of Historic RCA Studio B, Nashville’s oldest remaining recording studio.  It became a cradle of the Nashville Sound (country) in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Over 35,000 songs were recorded here by artists such as Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and even more recently, Martina McBride and Carrie Underwood. 

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Grand Ole Opry

Nashville is a treasure trove of country music. See where it all started, taking in a live performance at the Grand Ole Opry, the show that made country music famous. Discover how the Grand Ole Opry is dedicated to honoring country music’s rich history and dynamic present, showcasing a mix of country legends -- including Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson -- and the current chart-toppers who have followed in their footsteps. Learn how the Opry has been the home to country music’s growth and change, from the first broadcast in the National Life Building on WSM’s Barn Dance in 1925 to the move into the new Opry House in 1974 and on to host the 55th Annual ACM Awards in 2020. 

Country Music Hall of Fame Museum, Admission & Female Songwriter Experience

Dive into the heart of the Nashville Sound at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Explore exhibits like "Sing Me Back Home: Folk Roots to the Present," showcasing the evolution of country music from its 19th-century roots to today. Celebrate female icons such as Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and Loretta Lynn. Marvel at original artifacts, photographs, and recordings. Experience a unique one-hour performance by a female songwriter who shares her journey in the music industry, playing her songs and discussing the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in country music. 

Visit the Nashville Farmers Market to savor the diversity of the South’s food scene as you engage with local producers offering delights from Korean bulgogi and bibimbap to authentic Italian pizzas. In the afternoon, dive deeper into Nashville with an Insight Choice. Experience a tour and whiskey tasting session at Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, a historic gem founded in the 1800s and once run by Louisa Nelson, one of the few female distillers of her time, before being revived by her great-great-great grandchildren. Alternatively, join a transformative MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at The National Museum of African American Music. Perfect for music enthusiasts, this experience will inspire, educate, and deepen appreciation of American music, highlighting the prominent role African American women have played in shaping the nation’s soundtrack. 

  • Accommodation

    The Banker's Alley Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Visit Nelson's Green Brier Distillery in Nashville

Visit Nelson’s Green Brier, Nashville's most historic distillery and home of the Original Tennessee Whiskey. Learn more about the process that creates this drink's unique taste.

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Visit the National Museum of African American Music

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® with a visit to the National Museum of African American Music, the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. For music lovers of all generations, this museum inspires, educates, and transforms the appreciation of American music all while celebrating the central role African Americans play in creating the American soundtrack. 

Whether it’s your first time in Memphis or you're a frequent visitor, the lively melodies of Beale Street—a melting pot of delta blues, jazz, rock 'n' roll, R&B, and gospel music—will captivate you. Take a sightseeing tour of the city passing the Memphis Pyramid and the historic Peabody Hotel, renowned for the Peabody ducks that swim in the hotel fountain. A moving MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience awaits as you join an inspiring female civil rights activist for a tour through the city and to hear her story of living through the Civil Rights Movement, including participating in the Selma March of 1965. End your day by
joining another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a private evening at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. The museum is part of The Soulsville Foundation, which aims to inspire future artists and prepare young adults for life success. 

  • Accommodation

    The Guest House at Graceland


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Courageous Women of Women’s Rights, Civil Rights and Justice for All

Explore the sights and insights of Memphis over this tour focusing on women’s rights and civil rights movements. You’ll be led by Elaine Lee Tumer, an educator, civil rights activist, entrepreneur and historian. As a Civil Rights activist, she participated in protest demonstrations including sit-ins, marches, pickets, boycotts and pray-ins. Her involvement resulted in her being arrested three times throughout the 1960's. She participated in the Selma March in 1965 and also the Meredith March Against Fear in 1966, where she met Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other Civil Rights leaders. From Elaine, learn about notable figures such as Frances Wright, the first woman in America to act publicly and oppose slavery, and Ida B. Wells, a teacher, a journalist, anti-lynching crusader, suffragist and social worker. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.

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Private Visit to the Stax Museum of American Soul Music in Memphis

End your day with an exclusive after-hours private tour at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. The Stax Museum of American Soul Music is the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Stax Records and American soul music. The museum is part of The Soulsville Foundation, which aims to help young people prepare for life success and inspire future artists. Your experience advances UN Global Goal 4: Quality Education.

Take an immersive journey into the life of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. At Graceland,
explore Elvis’s private retreat where he found solace away from the stage. Your self-guided tour of the mansion includes the living room, the iconic Jungle Room, and exhibits showcasing Elvis’s career including automobiles, wardrobe, gold records, custom jets, and more from the Graceland Archives. Next, head to Sun Studio, the legendary recording studio where Elvis started his career. Led by a local musician, discover the legendary recording studio, known as “the Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll” where Elvis started his career. In the evening, enjoy a unique dining experience at The Beauty Shop, a former parlour turned whimsical New American eatery, where Elvis’s wife, Priscilla, was said to get her hair done. Join us for a memorable journey celebrating the iconic legacy of Elvis Presley. 

  • Accommodation

    The Guest House at Graceland


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner with Wine

Highlights

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Visit Graceland Mansion in Memphis

Explore the mansion which served as the private retreat for royalty, the King of Rock 'n Roll himself, Elvis Presley.  Graceland, a National Historic Landmark, is an exciting opportunity to get to know the personal side of "The King" in his most intimate setting. Seeing Graceland Mansion’s living room, his parents’ bedroom, the kitchen, TV room, pool room, the famous Jungle Room, his father’s office, the newly enhanced Trophy Building, the Racquetball Building. See where he and his family lived their daily life. If only the walls could talk. 

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Visit Sun Studio in Memphis

Visit Sun Studio, also known as the “birthplace of rock and roll," where music legends, including B.B. King, Johnny Cash and Elvis recorded some of their iconic hits.

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Highlight Dinner in Memphis

Dinner this evening will be served at The Beauty Shop, a former beauty parlour turned whimsical New American eatery, where Elvis’ ex-wife, Priscilla, was said to get her hair done.

Journey through the Mississippi Delta along the captivating Mississippi Blues Trail, where the stories of pioneering businesswomen unfold. Arrive in the historic town of Greenwood, Mississippi, and delve into its significance in the Civil Rights Movement. Your Travel Director will share profound insights into Greenwood’s role as a hub for protests and voter registration efforts from 1962 to 1965. Embrace a truly unique experience with an Insightful Encounter at the Viking Cooking School. Here, a cook will guide you in crafting hot tamales, a flavourful regional specialty of meat wrapped in corn husks. Discover the rich cultural heritage behind this beloved dish, making your culinary adventure both enlightening and delicious. 

  • Accommodation

    The Alluvian, Greenwood


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner with Wine

Highlights

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Hot Tamales Demonstration at the Viking Cooking School in Greenwood

Explore the Delta town of Greenwood at your own pace, before heading to the Viking Cooking School for a demonstration class that introduces you to a savory regional specialty, Hot Tamales. Learn how tamales made their way to the Mississippi Delta. 

Learn more about Southern history and hospitality as you head to Natchez on the banks of the Mississippi River. Tour the historic antebellum Stanton Hall and discover the preservation efforts of later generations to gain an understanding of how slavery and cotton allowed plantation owners to build these mansions. Test your mixologist skills as you concoct a traditional Southern cocktail, the mint julep. Refreshing, cooling and with a touch of sweetness, you're sure to learn a few party tricks to bring back home with you. Arrive at your hotel with the option to enjoy an evening to yourself or ask your Travel Director for restaurant suggestions to try Southern favorites from crawfish and gumbo to grits and fried oysters. 

  • Accommodation

    Natchez Grand Hotel


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Visit Natchez and an Antebellum Mansion

Visit one of the beautiful Antebellum mansions while reflecting on the reality of America's history, and learning new lessons about the preservation efforts of later generations.

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Cocktail- Making Demonstration in Natchez

Test your mixologist skills as you concoct a traditional Southern cocktail, the Mint Julep. Minty, cooling and with a touch of sweetness, you're sure to learn a few party tricks to bring back home with you.

Move on to Lafayette for a taste of the Cajun and Creole countryside. Your in-depth journey continues, with an unforgettable boat tour through moss-draped cypress trees where elegant egrets perch just out of the reach of alligators. On your excursion in the Atchafalaya Basin Swamp, explore the diverse natural beauty and rich ecological systems of America's largest and most mysterious swamp ecosystem. A Native Cajun tour guide will explain from personal experience what it is like to live on a houseboat or survive off the swamp, while pointing out the abundant plants of the area and getting you up close and personal with the wildlife. 

  • Accommodation

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette


  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

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Swamp Tour in Lafayette

Get ready for a tour of a lifetime as you adventure through moss-draped cypress trees, where graceful egrets perch just out of the reach of lingering alligators! While on the boat exploration, you'll explore the diverse natural beauty and rich ecological systems of America's largest and most mysterious swamp ecosystem, the Atchafalaya Basin Swamp. 

Visit the Acadian Cultural Center to learn more about the people, music and sounds that give Lafayette its distinct and charming character. You'll love this opportunity to discover the stories of the origins, migration, settlement and contemporary culture of the Acadians (Cajuns) with your fellow female travelers. 
Then, tap into your culinary side with a crawfish farm tour as you learn all about this succulent Southern staple. Your Local Expert will help you catch your lunch the old-fashioned way using hand nets, typical of crawfish boils with roots dating back to the late 1700s. Learn how to prepare a traditional boil before sitting down to enjoy your authentic meal. If crawfish are out of season, take part in a boil experience with seasonal seafood (an alternative will be provided for guests who don't eat seafood).  

  • Accommodation

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner

Highlights

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Highlight Dinner in Lafayette

You will be joined by a Local Expert who will help you catch your lunch the old-fashioned way, using hand nets (Seasonal). Later enjoy an authentic Cajun meal. 

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Visit the Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette

Visit the Acadian Cultural Center. Your Local Expert, a park ranger from the National Park Service, will guide you through the fascinating history, culture, plight and prosperity of the Acadian people.

Discover the rich tapestry of New Orleans, a city brimming with music, culture, and cuisine. Indulge in the flavors of Creole dishes and refreshing mint juleps while exploring this fascinating destination. Begin with a behind-the-scenes tour of Mardi Gras World, where you’ll uncover over a century of celebrations and even design your own Mardi Gras mask. Enjoy dining by the Mississippi River, surrounded by the city’s grandiose mansions and elaborate architecture. 

En route to New Orleans, take a spicy detour at the TABASCO® Factory on Avery Island for a self-guided tour to learn how the world-famous hot pepper sauce is made. Discover the history of this family recipe, crafted by the McIlhenny Company
since 1868. Upon arrival in New Orleans, join talented chefs at the New Orleans School of Cooking, housed in a renovated molasses warehouse from the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter, for a live demonstration and lunch featuring the city’s most iconic cuisine. 

  • Accommodation

    New Orleans Marriott


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

Highlights

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Visit the Tabasco Factory in New Orleans

Make a spicy stop at the Tabasco Factory for a guided tour as you discover the process of making this world-famous red hot pepper sauce. A long-standing family recipe - TABASCO® Brand products are made by McIlhenny Company, founded by Edmund McIlhenny in 1868 on Avery Island, Louisiana.  

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New Orleans School of Cooking with Female Chef

Embark on a culinary adventure at the New Orleans School of Cooking for a captivating lunch and demonstration from a female chef. Delve into the heart of Creole and Cajun cooking as you watch and learn how to make iconic dishes like gumbo, jambalaya and pralines. After learning secrets behind these classic recipes, indulge in their rich, local flavors. 

Your tour continues as you experience architecture, heritage and art shaped by a range of female influences. Immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant neighborhoods with a Local Expert, delving into their unique architecture and dynamic art scenes. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of Mardi Gras World, where the extravagant carnival floats are built each year. Led by one of the talented Mardi Gras World artists, you'll design your own premium Mardi Gras mask, complete with glitter, feathers, and felt backing. This eclectic memento will be a cherished reminder of your time in The Big Easy. 

  • Accommodation

    New Orleans Marriott


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Dinner with Wine

Highlights

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Mask Making on the Mississippi at Mardi Gras World

Enjoy an exclusive behind the scenes tour of Mardi Gras World, where the magic happens and the extravagant, vibrant floats are built each year. One of the Mardi Gras World certified artists will lead you through designing your very own Mardi Gras mask and creating your masterpiece, premium felt backed mask with glitter, feathers and more to take back as an eclectic memento of your time in The Big Easy.

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Celebration Dinner in New Orleans

End your day with a Celebration Dinner with your fellow travelers.

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Great Women of the Mississippi River Delta

On this exclusive tour, discover how the Mississippi River has shaped the vibrant and diverse culture of New Orleans. As you explore the city’s colorful neighborhoods, hear inspiring stories of women whose visionary leadership, energy, and collaborative spirit have brought positive change to the community. Visit the site of the original French colonial city, La Nouvelle Orleans, and the historic, culturally rich neighborhoods of Marigny and Bywater. In Marigny, meet a local artist in her co-working gallery and create your own unique art piece using recycled materials, a special keepsake of your journey. Then, visit Dong Phong, a female-owned, James Beard Award-winning bakery. Savor a delicious pastry and beverage while learning about the Vietnamese community established here 50 years ago as part of one of the largest resettlement initiatives in the U.S. This tour offers an enriching blend of history, culture, and personal connections, providing a truly memorable experience. 

While it’s time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your adventure ends, the friendships formed will last a lifetime. Your departure to the airport will be at leisure. 

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    Breakfast

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Well-being

  • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

  • Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.

  • We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.

  • Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

What's Included

On Road Team

  • Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas. 

Vox Headsets

  • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

Porterage

  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

Gratuities

  • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

Touchpoints

  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Wifi

  • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

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