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USA | 137 MISSISSIPPI TO TENNESSEE Day 5. Natchez, Vicksburg, Memphis. Begin your day with a Southern-style breakfast in the Garden Room. As the location of a 47-day siege during the American Civil War, this morning's first stop – Vicksburg, Mississippi – is simply bursting with history. Here, explore the Vicksburg National Military Park, which commemorates the campaign, siege and defence of Vicksburg in 1863. Arrive later in Memphis, Tennessee – the city that many consider to be the home of rock'n'roll. Be dazzled by the neon signs and awed by the blues guitar riffs along Beale Street, before you drive by the mighty Mississippi. Your hotel, The Peabody Memphis, is a long-standing symbol of Southern elegance, and also home to one of the city's most famous attractions – the Peabody Ducks. Since 1932, a parade of ducks has waddled to and from the hotel's fountain in the main lobby twice daily. You will eagerly await this spectacle on arrival. Two Night Stay: The Peabody Memphis. BD VISIT THE HOME OF 'THE KING' Day 6. Memphis. In what is sure to be a highlight, you will enjoy a visit to Graceland – the former home of Elvis Presley. Treasure the chance to literally walk in the mega-star's footsteps as you peruse the fascinating memorabilia, offering a candid insight into the life of 'The King'. Be sure to stop by the Automobile Museum to see more than 20 vehicles owned by Elvis, including his flamboyant Pink Cadillac. Next up is your chance to select from one of three activities. For music- loving guests, a visit to Sun Studio is a must, spotlighting the history of the legendary recording home for artists such as Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. Keeping in tune with the music theme, perhaps a tour of the Gibson Guitar Factory is more up your alley, where you'll be treated to an intimate look at the makings of the world's greatest guitars. Or, visit the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, the assassination site of Martin Luther King. B Day 7. Memphis, Nashville. Through the years, Nashville has retained its status as the heartland of country music. A guided tour this afternoon will put you in the centre of this rollicking music mecca as you discover the places that have given the city its reputation as 'Music City.' Two Night Stay: Renaissance Nashville Hotel. BD Day 8. Nashville. Which side of Nashville will you explore today on your selected activity? You might like to learn how music has evolved over time with a visit to The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum as well as Studio B. Perhaps tour the historic letterpress showroom at Hatch Show Print, which has been in operation since 1879. Or, visit the Jack Daniel's Distillery. Tonight, delight in a performance and a post-show tour at The Grand Ole Opry House. Home to the iconic concert and radio broadcast held each week since 1974, it's the location of the longest running radio broadcast in history. B ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 1 New Orleans Arrive in the Deep South 2 New Orleans Mississippi Dinner Cruise 3 New Orleans Freedom of Choice 4 Natchez Oak Alley, Houmas House 5 Vicksburg, Memphis Vicksburg National Military Park, Memphis City Tour 6 Memphis Graceland Visit, Freedom of Choice 7 Nashville Guided City Tour 8 Nashville Freedom of Choice 9 Atlanta Deep South Countryside 10 Atlanta, Savannah CNN Global Headquarters DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 11 Charleston Guided City Tour 12 Charleston Middleton Place Dinner 13 Raleigh Myrtle Beach 14 Washington DC Discover America's Capital 15 Washington DC Guided City Tour 16 Philadelphia, New York City Philadelphia City Tour. Manhattan Dinner 17 New York City Guided City Tour 18 New York City Freedom of Choice 19 New York City Farewell Dance to the unique beat of New Orleans