Graceland Mansion, Memphis, Tennessee

Outside the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville

Showboat Branson Belle, Branson MO

Silver Dollar City, Branson MO

Loretta Lynn's Ranch

Nashville, Branson & Memphis

DEPARTURE:
Day 1: Edmonton 7:00 am | Red Deer 9:00 am | Calgary 12:00 pm | Fort Macleod 2:00 pm | Lethbridge 2:30 pm | Medicine Hat 4:45 pm
Day 2: Swift Current 8:00 am | Moose Jaw 10:15 am | Regina 10:45 am | Weyburn 12:45 pm |Estevan 2:00 pm

CELEBRATE GRAND OLE OPRY’S 100th BIRTHDAY on COUNTRY MUSIC’S BIGGEST STAGE 

Explore the musical heartland of America as you journey through the popular centres of today’s music industry.  A country music entertainment tour featuring: three nights in Nashville including Reserved Seating at the Grand Ole Opry, two nights in Memphis featuring the Graceland Elvis Experience Tour, three nights in Branson with two of the best live shows in town plus admission to Silver Dollar City and more! 

Upgraded accommodations feature: three nights in Nashville at the unique Gaylord Opryland Resort located near the Grand Ole Opry, two nights in Memphis at The Guest House at Graceland, steps away from the iconic Graceland Mansion.

 

 

 

  • 2025 Departure date
    • Alberta: 17 days |  September 29, 2025
      Saskatchewan: 15 days |  September 30, 2025
    • USA Heartland
      Motorcoach
      Passport Required

     

     

  • Alberta:
  • 1
  • Saskatchewan:
  • 1
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Edmonton to Calgary to Swift Current

Monday. Your Musical Journey begins as you are welcomed aboard your deluxe coach in Edmonton.  Travel south via Red Deer, Calgary to Lethbridge meeting additional travel companions enroute.  A stop is made in Medicine Hat before crossing the Alberta/Saskatchewan border and arriving in Swift Current, Saskatchewan.  Upon arrival join your fellow travellers at an informal WELCOME MEET and GREET.

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Swift Current to Minot

Tuesday.  Saskatchewan passengers join the tour as you travel through Moose Jaw, Regina, Weyburn and Estevan before crossing the Canadian/American border.  Continue south through North Dakota to Minot.

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Minot to Bloomington

Wednesday. Continue through the state of North Dakota to Fargo and then on into Minnesota. Your hotel is located within walking distance from the MALL OF AMERICA, the largest entertainment and shopping destination in the United States.

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Bloomington to Decatur

Thursday.  Travel through the Dairy State of Wisconsin to pass the beautiful Wisconsin Dells and then Madison, the state capital.  Enter Illinois and travel south into the heart of the state.  Overnight in the small university town of Decatur.

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Decatur to Nashville

Friday. (3 nights) Today’s travel takes you through three American states:  Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee arriving in Nashville, Music City USA. Your home for three nights will be the unique 2,881-room Gaylord Opryland Resort located near the Grand Ole Opry and the General Jackson Showboat.  

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Nashville

Saturday.  This morning enjoy a GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR of historic downtown Nashville and drive by some of the homes of the country music stars.  Enjoy a free afternoon to explore downtown on your own or return to the hotel and get acquainted with your home away from home.  Join us this evening and enjoy your RESERVED SEATING at the GRAND OLE OPRY, the heart and soul of any Nashville visit. Celebrating its 100th birthday this year, this live radio broadcast is enjoyed by thousands each weekend and will be performed before your very eyes on Country Music’s Biggest Stage!   

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Nashville

Sunday.  Highlights this morning include a GUIDED TOUR of RYMAN AUDITORIUM, where the Grand Ole Opry originated and a visit to COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME – a museum dedicated to entertainers, composers and leaders of the country music industry.  After lunch enjoy an OPRY BACKSTAGE TOUR.  You will visit the dressing rooms and the Circle Room premium lounge, with a once-in-a-lifetime chance to stand on the legendary Opry stage! Your evening is at your leisure.

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Nashville to Memphis

(2 nights) Monday. Hum a country tune as you leave Nashville and make your way to Jackson to CASEY JONES VILLAGE for lunch.  Continue to Memphis, home of Beale Street, with its many jazz and blues clubs, and Graceland, home of Elvis Presley.  Your two-night stay is at The Guest House at Graceland, steps away from the iconic Graceland Mansion.

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Memphis

Tuesday.  Enjoy a GUIDED CITY TOUR that includes downtown Memphis, the Mississippi River, Cotton Row, Sun Studio, the Lorraine Motel and a stroll along Beale Street, famous for the Blues.  The highlight of this day is the GRACELAND ELVIS EXPERIENCE TOUR, including Graceland Mansion with audio guide.

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Memphis to Branson

(3 nights).  Wednesday.  You are on your way to America’s hottest entertainment destination for some fabulous live music shows.  Arrive Branson, Missouri for a fun three-night stay.  Tonight, enjoy an included DINNER at McFarlain’s Restaurant prior to PRESLEYS’ COUNTRY JUBILEE – the very first music show to open on the now world-famous 76 Country Boulevard.

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Branson

Thursday. Enjoy an included LUNCH at SILVER DOLLAR CITY THEME PARK, a re-creation of an 1890’s mining town where you can browse in the craft shops and enjoy a wide variety of musical entertainment.

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Branson

Friday.  This morning is free should you wish to take in an attraction or music show.  This afternoon join us for a visit to BRANSON LANDING where you’ll find many options for your lunch.  Located adjacent to historic downtown, Branson Landing has a one-mile lakefront Boardwalk featuring galleries, shops, specialty retailers and a spectacular fountain in the Town Square.  Then a special treat is in store for you when you board the magnificent SHOWBOAT BRANSON BELLE for a fantastic two-hour early DINNER CRUISE where you’ll experience fabulous Branson dining and the best of Branson shows!  The evening is free to choose an optional show or attraction from over 50 theatres.  Your Tour Director can help you with details.

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Branson to Kansas City

Saturday.  Travel to Springfield to join an interesting jeep-drawn tram tour through the FANTASTIC CAVERNS.  Continue to Kansas City for overnight.  

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 Kansas City to Watertown

Sunday.  Follow the fertile Missouri River Valley and overnight in Watertown, South Dakota.  Enjoy an included PIZZA PARTY with time to reminisce with your travel companions at the hotel.

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Watertown to Minot

Monday.  Northbound, travel through North Dakota to Minot.  Share tour memories tonight with your fellow travellers at a HOSTED FAREWELL DINNER.

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Minot to Swift Current

Tuesday.  Make a stop at the duty free store and then re-enter Canada. Bid farewell to your fellow travellers from Saskatchewan.  Overnight in Swift Current on your last evening. 

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Swift Current to Calgary to Edmonton

Wednesday.  Today is “Going Home” day with many vivid memories of your travels through eleven American states and two Canadian provinces.

tour toute map for Nashville Branson Memphis

RESERVED SEATING AT THE GRAND OLE OPRY

Included in Your Holiday

  • First class transportation on an air-conditioned, washroom-equipped motorcoach
  • Quality accommodation and tax
  • Services of an experienced Tour Director and Driver
  • Baggage handling, one average piece per person
  • Travel Bag
  • Traveller’s Handbook
  • Admission to attractions and sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
  • Welcome Meet and Greet
  • Mall Of America
  • Guided Nashville Tour
  • Reserved Seating at Grand Ole Opry
  • Guided Tour of Ryman Auditorium
  • Country Music Hall of Fame
  • Opry Backstage Tour
  • Casey Jones Village
  • Guided tour of Memphis
  • Graceland Elvis Experience Tour
  • Two live music shows in Branson which includes a dinner cruise and show *Performance schedules may be subject to change
  • McFarlain’s Dinner
  • Silver Dollar City Theme Park
  • Branson Landing
  • Fantastic Caverns
  • Pizza Party
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Meals Include: Alberta 11 Breakfasts, Saskatchewan 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners.

2025 Alberta Pricing

Cost per person | Prices in Canadian Dollars

Triple

$4,519.00

GST: $18.80

Twin

$5,259.00

GST: $21.88

Single

$7.309.00

GST: $30.41

Early Booking Discount

twin sharing per person.

$105.00

2025 Saskatchewan Pricing

Cost per person | Prices in Canadian Dollars

Triple

$4,419.00

GST: N/A

Twin

$5,109.00

GST: N/A

Single

$7,059.00

GST: $N/A

Early Booking Discount

twin sharing per person.

$102.00

Travel Reviews

“Willie Nelson” ‘Twas the 15th of October and we boarded the bus. We’re driving to Nashville without any fuss. Fifty-five people on a Nagel tour we will go. We will sight see and shop and see many a show.

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Nashville, Branson & Memphis-October 2012

Tour originated in Edmonton, sister city to Nashville, Tennessee. Nashville was named permanent capital of Tennessee, in 1843. Tour was country music themed, including Nashville and Branson

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Nashville, Branson & Memphis-October 2019

I had reservations about going on the trip due to my younger age. But in the end it did not make a difference that I was youngest on the bus. I enjoyed the trip immensely. Sandi and Peary were wonderful and took very good 

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Nashville, Branson & Memphis-October 2024