Itinerary
- Day 1
Washington DC
You'll arrive in Washington DC and check in at your hotel. After that, there's a casual welcome meeting where you'll meet your guide, driver, and the other travelers on the tour. The rest of your evening is open, so you can head out and get a feel for the local music scene and atmosphere around the city.
- Start point
- Washington Dulles International Airport, 1 Saarinen Cir, Sterling, Virginia 20166, United States (Baggage Reclaim, 17:00 - 19:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Experience local music and atmosphere
- Day 2
Washington DC
This morning you'll cross the Potomac River into Virginia to visit Arlington National Cemetery, where America's fallen military are laid to rest. Back in DC, your guide takes you on a driving tour to see the Capitol Building, the White House, and other iconic monuments throughout the city. Your evening is free to do whatever you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Arlington National Cemetery
- Driving tour of Washington DC monuments and iconic buildings including the Capitol Building and White House
Landmarks/POIs Arlington National Cemetery Capitol Building White House - Day 3
Washington DC
Today is yours to spend however you want around Washington DC. You could walk through the tree-lined streets, climb up to the Lincoln Memorial, sit by the Reflecting Pool, or check out one of the many museums. Later tonight, you'll head to Logan Circle for dinner and entertainment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Evening meal and entertainment around Logan Circle)
Included Activities
- Evening meal and entertainment around Logan Circle
Optional Activities
- Visit Lincoln Memorial
- Explore Reflecting Pool area
- Visit city museums
- Stroll through Washington DC neighborhoods
Landmarks/POIs Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Logan Circle - Day 4
Washington DC to Charleston, West Virginia
You'll head out on the scenic Country Roads of West Virginia. The tour stops in the small town of Thomas for lunch and live music at the Purple Fiddle. After that, you'll drive on to Charleston, West Virginia for a three-night stay. Your evening includes live music at the amphitheatre, dinner at a local restaurant, and more live music at a popular venue.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at the Purple Fiddle), Dinner (Dinner at one of the many local eateries)
Included Activities
- Lunch and live music at the Purple Fiddle in Thomas, West Virginia
- Live music at the amphitheatre
- Dinner at a local eatery
- Live music at a popular local venue
Landmarks/POIs Purple Fiddle - Day 5
Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston's historic shopping district is on the agenda today, along with a look at the West Virginia State Capitol. You'll also visit a local distillery to see what they do there. After that, your evening is free to explore Charleston's nightlife on your own terms.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit historic shopping district
- Visit West Virginia State Capitol
- Visit local distillery
Optional Activities
- Enjoy Charleston's varied nightlife
Landmarks/POIs West Virginia State Capitol - Day 6
Charleston, West Virginia
After breakfast, you'll visit the local Salt Works, which is a pretty unique attraction in the area. Then you'll head back to your hotel for a short rest before the live Mountain Stage Show, which has been running their radio broadcast since 1983. Later in the evening, you'll go to the Empty Glass for one of their famous jam sessions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit local Salt Works
- Live Mountain Stage Show
- Jam Session at the Empty Glass
Landmarks/POIs Mountain Stage Empty Glass - Day 7
Charleston, West Virginia to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
After breakfast, the tour makes a stop at Carter Fold in Hilton, Virginia near the Tennessee border before heading to Pigeon Forge. This mountain town sits in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountain National Park and has some well-known attractions like Dollywood. You'll check in, get settled, and then head to Country Tonight Theater for an evening show.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Carter Fold in Hilton, Virginia
- Show at Country Tonight Theater
Landmarks/POIs Carter Fold Great Smoky Mountain National Park Country Tonight Theater 
- Day 8
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
You'll spend the whole day at Dollywood, the entertainment park known for its down-home feel and character. There are award-winning shows, mountain craft demonstrations, live music, and rides throughout the park. Your evening is open to catch another show, grab dinner, or wander around the Parkway and check out more attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Dollywood entertainment park including award-winning shows, mountain craft demonstrations, live music, rides and attractions
Optional Activities
- Attend another show on the Parkway
- Dinner and entertainment on the Parkway
- Explore attractions on the Parkway
Landmarks/POIs Dollywood - Day 9
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
After breakfast, you'll travel to Gatlinburg for the day with time to explore the mountain town at your own pace. You can take the sky lift up to Ober Gatlinburg's four seasons world, or visit Wildlife Encounter to see black bears, otters, owls, and raccoons. The Village Shoppes and Mountain Mall are good spots if you want to pick up any last-minute gifts.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel to Gatlinburg
Optional Activities
- Sky lift to Ober Gatlinburg
- Visit Ober's Wildlife Encounter
- Shop at The Village Shoppes
- Shop at Mountain Mall
- Explore Gatlinburg mountain town
Landmarks/POIs Ober Gatlinburg Ober's Wildlife Encounter The Village Shoppes Mountain Mall - Day 10
Gatlinburg to Nashville
After a leisurely breakfast, the tour comes to an end and you'll say goodbye to everyone you've met over the trip. The bus heads to Nashville Airport for those with flight-inclusive packages. If you'd rather stay longer in Music City USA, you have that option too.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stay longer in Nashville
- Explore Nashville
