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SUGGESTED ITINERY
Days 1/2
Atlanta ( Georgia )
Arrive in the capital of the Peach Tree State , famous for its links with Margaret Mitchell's classic Gone With the Wind (you'll enjoy the Road to Tara Museum ). Atlanta rose from the ashes of the Civil War to become a commercial and financial giant of the Southeast. Visit the Carter Presidential Center, the World of Coca Cola Pavilion or tour the CNN Center , home of the world's largest TV network. Explore Underground Atlanta for great jazz, or enjoy Southern hospitality at one of the city's great restaurants. 2 nights Atlanta
Days 3/4
Atlanta- Nashville (Tennessee) (247 miles)
Depart Atlanta this morning, driving north through Chattanooga of “Chattanooga Choo Choo” fame. Stop for lunch to see the actual “Choo Choo,” visit Ruby Falls or Lookout Mountain before driving to Nashville, home of Country Music and the Grand Old Opry. Visit the homes and museums of music giants, dance to hot country sounds or sail on the Cumberland River on the General Jackson . 2 nights Nashville
Days 5/6
Nashville- Memphis (Tennessee) (209 miles)
Commanding the Mississippi River from high bluffs, Memphis is by far the most exciting, atmospheric city in the South. Renowned as the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll and the home of the Blues, Memphis more than matches its myth. Visit Graceland, Elvis' home; Sun Studio where Rock 'n' Roll was born; Beale Street where the music and party last all night; the new Smithsonian Rock 'n' Soul Museum at the Gibson Guitar Factory; and the remarkable National Civil Rights Museum. 2 nights Memphis
Days 7/8
Memphis- Natchez (Mississippi) (254 miles)
Travel to Natchez. The town's golden era came in the 19th century when cotton was a leading industry and Natchez became an important river port. Escaping the ravages of the Civil war, Natchez today offers some 500 antebellum houses and buildings that still grace its city streets. Natchez Under-the-Hill, overlooking the Mississippi, was once a lair for gamblers, thieves and riverboat roughnecks and is now a thriving entertainment area with restaurants, bars and casinos. 2 nights Natchez
Days 9/10
Natchez - Lafayette( Louisiana) (197 miles)
Travel today to Cajun Country. All great pleasures are great because of their originality and uniqueness, their lasting ability to please and engage. Such is the mystic charm of Cajun Country, a land of towering sugar cane, winding bayous, Acadian cottages and crawfish. If you have any preconceptions, you had best set them aside before you explore these historic towns and cities with vibrant folklife, colourful carefree traditions and their own way of speaking that will make youwonder if you really are in the USA. 2 nights Lafayette
Days 11/12
Lafayette - New Orleans ( Louisiana) (135 miles)
Set out early for New Orleans. Start in the French Quarter, where old brick and iron-tatted buildings reflect French and Spanish influence. Stroll the narrow streets, visit antique shops and jazz clubs, experience Cajun and Creole cooking. Shop at Jax Brewery, Canal Place or the boutiques of Royal Street. Travel on the Streetcar Named Desire, walkthe historic Garden District or sail on the Mississippi River. 2 nights New Orleans
Day 13
New Orleans - Biloxi/Gulfport (Mississippi) (90 miles)
Drive to Biloxi on the Gulf Coast. Old World charm and a mild climate have made Biloxi a delightful resort city. See the Old Lighthouse, relax on the beach, try your luck in the casinos, or venture into the Gulf of Mexico with a fascinating shrimping tour. 1 night Biloxi
Day 14
Biloxi/Gulfport - Montgomery (Alabama) (229 miles)
Travel to the birthplace of the Civil War and Civil Rights. Walk where Jefferson Davis, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Rosa Parks left imprints on history. See vintage houses in Old Alabama Town. View the inspiring Civil Rights Memorial. Share a dramatic evening at the renowned Alabama Shakespeare Theatre. 1 night Montgomery
Day 15
Montgomery - Atlanta (Georgia) (168 miles)
Drive along Georgia's Antebellum Trail and enjoy the scenery en route to Atlanta where your trip ends.
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