9 Day Great Smoky Mountains

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1 Louisville, 2 Lexington, 2 Asheville, 1 Chattanooga, 2 Nashville
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Tour the Kentucky Derby Museum and learn about its history and heritage Explore the International Museum of the Horse, a unique equestrian museum Discover the imposing and elegant Biltmore House, built by George Washington Vanderbilt II Marvel at the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park Attend a performance at the renowned Grand Ole Opry, famous home of country music Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, with its collection of costumes, recordings, instruments and memorabilia

What's this trip about?

    1 Louisville, 2 Lexington, 2 Asheville, 1 Chattanooga, 2 Nashville

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

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Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Louisville, Nashville-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 8 nights accommodations
    • 1 night Louisville 2 nights Lexington 2 nights Asheville 1 night Chattanooga 2 nights Nashville Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage 12 meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of English-speaking local guides Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Friday - Arrive in Louisville
Welcome to Louisville, Kentucky. Transfer independently to the hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM Overnight: Louisville

DAY 2, Saturday - Louisville City Tour, Kentucky Derby Museum, Travel to Lexington
Embark on a city tour of Louisville. After, visit Churchill Downs, the racetrack famous for hosting the Kentucky Derby and tour the Kentucky Derby Museum. Following lunch, depart for Lexington. Arrive in Lexington and check into your hotel. Tonight, enjoy dinner Overnight: Lexington Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3, Sunday - International Museum of the Horse
Begin the day with a visit to the Kentucky Horse Park and tour the International Museum of the Horse. Head to the barn for a demonstration, including show preparation, grooming and harnessing of draft horses. After a horse-drawn carriage ride, visit a local thoroughbred farm to meet some of their retired race horses Overnight: Lexington Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Monday - Travel to Asheville
This morning, depart Lexington and drive through Daniel Boone National Forest, spreading across the western plateau region of the Appalachian Mountains. Arrive in Asheville and check into your hotel. The afternoon is free to explore on your own Overnight: Asheville Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Tuesday - Asheville City Tour, Biltmore House
Today's discovery of Asheville begins with a city tour, including the historic Flatiron Building, Basilica of St Lawrence, and Grove Arcade. Afterward, visit the 19th century Biltmore House*. Following lunch, return to the hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure *Biltmore Estate requires approx. 400 stairs to explore the entire building. Overnight: Asheville Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 6, Wednesday - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chattanooga
Begin the day with a visit to the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and stop at the Sugarlands Visitor Center. Enjoy a scenic drive through. Later, travel to Chattanooga, the birthplace of the moon pie. Afterward, check into the hotel Overnight: Chattanooga Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Thursday - Nashville City Tour
This morning, depart for Nashville. Take a tour of the city and view Music Row, Tennessee State Capitol, Bicentennial Mall State Park and Centennial Park. Later, check into your hotel Overnight: Nashville Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Friday - Full Day in Nashville, Country Music Hall of Fame
This morning, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, followed by a stroll along the Walk of Fame on Music Mile. This evening, attend dinner, followed by a performance at the Grand Ole Opry, iconic home of country music Overnight: Nashville Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9, Saturday - Return Home
Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,889
Price per day$321
Last Updated: 5/15/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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