About this experience
Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the capital of Blues and home to some of the best barbecue you can put in your mouth.
GRACELAND
Celebrate 60 years of Rock ‘n’ Roll with a visit to Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland. We’ll see the burial site of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, walk through the Elvis car museum, and see two deluxe airplanes that he used for tours and traveling. We will also take time for lunch on your own at Graceland, allowing you to get even more out of your time at this world-renowned place.
SUN STUDIOS
Next, learn what accident set Rock ‘n’ Roll in motion at famed Sun Studios in the heart of Memphis. Take a guided tour and hear the stories of how many legends got their start here, such as Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley.
Take time on your ownt to see the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet at the lavish Peabody Hotel and you may also explore Beale Street.
At a glance
- Duration: 15 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 15 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Access to Elvis Presley's Airplanes for self-guided tour
- 1-Hour Guided Tour of Sun Studio where legends Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and Elvis got their start
- Elvis Presley's Graceland Admission & "Elvis Entourage" VIP Access Tour
- Free time to visit Peabody Hotel
- Round-Trip Transportation aboard Air-Conditioned Coach Bus
- Skip-the-Line Entry into Graceland Mansion
- Nashville to Memphis Guided Sightseeing Day-Trip
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Graceland Mansion Audio-Guided Tour with Orientation Film
- Free time to explore famous Beale Street in Downtown Memphis
- Access to Graceland Exclusive VIP Exhibit for self-guided tour
- Access to Elvis Presley’s Memphis Entertainment Complex which includes Automobile Exhibit
Not included
- Lunch (Available to purchace)
Itinerary and highlights
Travel from Nashville, aka Music City, to the Mississippi and experience legendary Memphis on this full-day tour.
After the 4-hour journey, celebrate the history of rock ‘n’ roll with a visit to Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland. Use your VIP-access pass (complete with a souvenir lanyard) to visit the burial site of 'the King,' walk through the Elvis car museum, and see two deluxe airplanes used for tours and traveling.
Take time for lunch on your own at Graceland (own expense) before re-boarding the coach.
Next, head to Sam Phillips’ famed Sun Studios, located in the heart of downtown Memphis. Take a 1-hour guided tour to see what the recording process was like. Hear tales of how legends like Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the King himself got their start here.
Afterward, see the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet from their fountain to the elevator as they head to bed at the lavish Peabody Hotel and learn how this unusual tradition was started.
Then spend about an hour on your own to explore Beale Street, famous for its blues and barbecue, or take a short stroll to the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum (admission is your own expense). Depart this lively downtown scene for the return to Nashville, with drop-off at your hotel after dark.
Meeting and pickup information
- Tours depart from: Gray Line Ticket Booth at the Riverfront Train Station, 108 1st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201 (off 1st Ave S, across from Acme Feed & Seed). Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- Portuguese — Audio
- cmn — Audio
- Japanese — Audio
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- Italian — Audio
- French — Audio
- Dutch — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Gray Line Tennessee
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible coaches available; please contact tour operator 48 hours before scheduled departure.
- Minimum number of 12 apply to run tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- MULTI-LINGUAL AUDIO GUIDES: Optional Audio Guides are provided for the Graceland portion of the tour ONLY. The Graceland Mansion Tour offers tours in the following languages: English, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and French.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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