Mountains, Moonshine & Music City

Mountains, Moonshine & Music City

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$2820

Mountains, Moonshine & Music City

10 Days Starting and ending in Nashville, TN, USA

Visiting: Nashville, Muscle Shoals, Pigeon Forge

Tour operator:

Travelling Time

Tour code:

TT-USA48

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 40

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

21-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

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From: $2820

NB: Prices correct on 25-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

There’s nothing quite like our Mountains, Moonshine & Music City Escorted Tour! On this fabulous trip from the Smoky Mountains to Nashville, Tennessee you will enjoy visits to Dollywood, Pigeon Forge & Muscle Shoals Alabama. Then you’ll still have plenty of time in America’s most musical city, Nashville! It’s music and fun all the way with a drop of “White Lightning” thrown in! This is a friendly, easy going trip with no long coach journeys. Just plenty of time to enjoy the sights and sounds of Tennessee & Alabama.

Highlights

  • Dollywood

  • Country Tonite Theater Show

  • Chattanooga Choo Choo

  • Rattlesnake Saloon

  • Jack Daniel's Distillery

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Downtown Stadium

Meals Included: Breakfast

After arrival and check-in at our Nashville Hotel, it’s time to meet your fellow travellers at our informal welcome meeting hosted by your Tour Manager and Driver!

Day 2 : Muscle Shoals

Location: Muscle Shoals

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Coldwater Inn Tuscumbia

Meals Included: Breakfast

We will begin our day with a leisurely breakfast and then it is time to travel to the home of Jack Daniel’s Distillery - Lynchburg, Tennessee. After a tour of the famous distillery and a special lunch at Miss Mary Bobo’s, we will spend a short time shopping for souvenirs in the quaint Town Square. Then we’ll make the short minute drive to Muscle Shoals, Alabama, “The Hit Recording Capital of the World” This afternoon we will become the latest “hit makers” at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame and tonight - it’s time for live music and dancing.

Day 3 : Muscle Shoals

Location: Muscle Shoals

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Coldwater Inn Tuscumbia

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a leisurely breakfast we will start our day by visiting the recording studios that made this beautiful area famous. FAME, Muscle Shoals Sound & Cypress Moon. This evening we will go to one of the most unique venues for dinner and live music - the wonderful Rattlesnake Saloon.

Day 4 : Pigeon Forge

Location: Pigeon Forge

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we will bid farewell to Alabama and travel to downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. We'll visit a few local attractions including the famous Chattanooga Choo Choo and have lunch (on your own) before continuing our journey to Pigeon Forge in Sevierville County (Dolly Parton’s place of birth) Once you are settled in to your hotel be sure to take a shuttle ride along the “five miles of fun” The Fun Time Trolley runs up and down the Parkway all day long and it only costs 50 cents a ride! The Pigeon Forge Parkway is a grand focal point in this Smoky Mountain resort. The five-mile strip runs through the city and it is where you can find some of the best Pigeon Forge dining, shopping and attractions.

Day 5 : Pigeon Forge

Location: Pigeon Forge

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today it’s Dollywood, the most popular tourist attraction in Tennessee! Spanning 160 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood offers more than 50 world class rides, high-energy entertainment, award-winning dining and the friendliest park atmosphere anywhere in the world! This evening is free to do as you please. A couple of recommendations would be: Dolly Parton’s Stampede! This Show is great fun for all ages or The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show which features an all-you-can-eat feast while you enjoy a comical, mountain-style feud!

Day 6 : Pigeon Forge

Location: Pigeon Forge

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your bus will take you on a trip to Gatlinburg today, where you will have a few hours to spend exploring. Perhaps you would like to take the cable car to Ober Gatlinburg and see the black bears and other native creatures - the choice is yours! After lunch (on your own) we will take a "Mountains & Moonshine Tour" and then go to Pigeon Forge for some shopping and if you wish you can return to the hotel with the us - or enjoy more fun on Pigeon Forge's Parkway.

Tonight’s entertainment will be a show at Country Tonite Theater. Repeatedly voted the best show in the Smokies, the great thing about this show is that you don’t even have to be a fan of country music to LOVE Country Tonite! It’s that “feel-good” kind of show that will stay with you long after your holiday is over.

Day 7 : Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Downtown Stadium

Meals Included: Breakfast

We will begin our day with a leisurely breakfast and then it is time to say farewell to the Great Smoky Mountains and hello again to the home of Country Music - Nashville, Tennessee and you will be free to explore Music City at your own pace.

Day 8 : Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Downtown Stadium

Meals Included: Breakfast

You will have more free time to explore the best Music City Attractions, and enjoy great live music on Broadway! Perhaps a show at The Grand Ole Opry, or even a cruise and show aboard the General Jackson!

Day 9 : Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Downtown Stadium

Meals Included: Breakfast

The choice is yours, a lazy day or chat to your tour manager about our optional shopping and sightseeing trip.

Day 10 : Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Downtown Stadium

Meals Included: Breakfast

As the Mountains, Moonshine & Music City tour ends, your guide will escort you to Nashville Airport for your return or onward flight

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals – Breakfast Only

  • Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

  • Insurance

  • International Travel

  • Optional

Check out our Q&As

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No - Only Adults over the age of 21

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    USD

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    yes

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    yes

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    yes

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    yes

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    yes

  • Does Travelling Time offer financial protection and bonding?

    Yes. In fact every penny of your money is protected by our TTA Membership - Q1893 and for flight inclusive trips we have an Air Travel Organisers Licence ATOL T7516

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    30 + Years

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes - Our tours are very flexible and you can join us for all or part of the tour. Please get in touch to discuss.

Reviews of this operator

David Tucker - Hull  

We'll never go anywhere else!

25-May-2023

We have been on several holidays with Travelling Time, and had the best time...We always say it'll never get better, but it does. Lynda, Rachael and Shawn make a heck of a team. They go that step further each and every time, and look after us all beautifully - that's why so many of us come back again and again.

Fiona & Bobby Flett  

Exemplary Service and Unforgettable Memories

20-Sep-2023

Travelling Time truly exceeded my expectations! The level of service, from booking to the actual tour, was exceptional. The guides were not just informative but also passionate about the destinations. Every aspect of the trip was carefully crafted, ensuring a perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. Thanks to Travelling Time, I now have a treasure trove of unforgettable memories.

Robin Stewart, Edinburgh  

Oklahoma - much more than the song!

20-Oct-2023

I have been many places in the United States and have travelled on a lot of escorted tours...This company - Travelling Time are the absolute best at what they do. I wanted to go to Oklahoma as it was a State that I had not been to before. We were taken to so many attractions that I could not begin to think it could get any better than this...It did, the best, best best company. From the start of the booking process to finishing our tour - they were friendly and helpful. The personal touch is not gone - it is at Travelling Time! I have come back and booked a further two tours with them before my ESTA runs out!!

Kate & Bob Pollock  

A Traveller's Dream Come True:

01-Nov-2023

Choosing Travelling Time was the best decision I made for my vacation. Their expertise in crafting unique and immersive experiences sets them apart. The itinerary was well-paced, covering both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. The attention to detail, coupled with a friendly and knowledgeable staff, made every day of the tour special. Travelling Time, you've made a lifelong customer out of me!

Laurie Spencer  

Unparalleled Excellence in Travel

12-Oct-2023

Travelling Time deserves every bit of praise for their exceptional service. The tour was a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. The guides were not only experts in their field but also genuinely passionate about the destinations. The seamless logistics and attention to customer satisfaction make Travelling Time stand out. If you're looking for a travel company that goes above and beyond, look no further.

John Simpson, Leeds  

Well done Travelling Time!

07-Sep-2023

A group of us travelled on your Southern Style Tour… Absolutely brilliant from start to finish! A great value tour with music throughout. Great group who got on brilliantly from our welcome meeting to the end of the trip. Was so well organised, best guide and driver who catered for everyone. Way more included in this tour than in other similar sounding ones - and have to mention the bonus Travelling Time ”Surprises” which are thrown in for good measure. Had a blast, can’t wait until the next one! Travelling Time are the best tour company we have ever been with!

Pat & Ray  

Magical Moments, Thanks to Travelling Time

16-Aug-2023

My experience with Travelling Time was nothing short of magical. From the moment I booked my tour to the last day of the journey, everything was flawlessly executed. The itinerary was diverse and exciting, showcasing the best each destination had to offer. I appreciate the personal touch and commitment to creating unforgettable moments. Travelling Time, you've won my heart, and I'll definitely be booking with you again!

Andrew Jones  

A Journey Beyond Expectations

12-Jul-2023

Travelling Time turned my vacation into an extraordinary adventure! Their attention to detail, knowledgeable guides, and seamless planning made every moment memorable. From breathtaking landscapes to unique cultural experiences, Travelling Time knows how to curate the perfect journey. Can't recommend them enough for an unparalleled travel experience.

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Oct 17, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
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  • Free Date Changes

    Travelling Time allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Travelling Time allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform travelling time, 90 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Travelling Time requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travelling time charges.

    Up to 57 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.