From Manhattan, follow the trail of independence to Washington, DC. And we dare you to try to stop your boots from shufflin' in the music meccas of Memphis, Nashville, and New Orleans.

 

Itinerary

Day 1 New York
Arrive at any time. Consider arriving a few days early to see more of this famous city.

Day 2 New York/Washington D.C.
Spend the morning exploring one of the Big Apple, then arrive to the US capital in time to wander the monuments by moonlight.

Day 3 Washington D.C.
Enjoy a free day to explore.

Day 4 Washington D.C./Appalachia
Continue through Shenandoah National Park, a truly beautiful, historic national treasure.

Day 5 Appalachia/Nashville
Drive through the Appalachian Mountains. Travel to the country music capital of the world.

Day 6 Nashville/Memphis
Explore the vibrant cultural and musical melting pot of Memphis. Take an optional tour of Graceland, opt to relive history at the National Civil Rights Museum, or tour the Rock 'n' Soul Museum. Head to Beale Street at night for great food and live music.

Day 7 Memphis/New Orleans
Crank up the jazz and drive into the home of Mardi Gras. Trip ends upon arrival to New Orleans. Opt to explore the French Quarter, and join the revellers on Bourbon Street till the early hours.

 

Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in reverse from New Orleans to New York. See Music, Mountains & Monuments Eastbound