Nashville & The Smoky Mountains Holiday
Nashville, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Asheville, Charlotte
OUR PRICES STARTING FROM
8 Days, Guided, 11 Meals
Prices reflect land-only rates.
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Overview
Take a delightful trip through the heart of Appalachia, discovering the equestrian culture of Kentucky, the pioneer spirit of Tennessee, and the mountainous beauty of North Carolina. Get a taste of Bourbon, baseball, and Thoroughbreds in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky. Travel through Daniel Boone National Forest as you make your way to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From your home base of Gatlinburg, explore the natural wonders of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Travel on to Asheville, North Carolina, and enjoy the city’s historic architecture, engaging neighborhoods and robust arts districts. Tour the Biltmore Estate, George Vanderbilt’s "little mountain escape” in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When you leave, you’ll have the warmth and charm of southern Appalachia still in your heart.
DAYS
8
CITIES
5
STAY
7 nights
MEALS
7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
TOUR TYPE
Guided
A group or privately guided itinerary will be led by knowledgeable guides.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate
Pace is busy. Typically includes longer walks through cities and short-term standing without rest. May include walking on uneven surfaces and climbing stairs to board transportation or view attractions.
Additional Info
8 Days, Guided, 11 Meals
7 nights accommodation
On some dates additional accommodations may be used
Services of a tour manager
All on-tour transportations and related fees
Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
Round trip home to airport sedan service provided when you purchase airfare through Member Choice Vacations. One transfer per person, per reservation. (Restrictions apply)
Notes: Itinerary featured is for November 2025 - December 2025 tour departures. Departures prior will vary. On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Pricing is per person, double occupancy, land only, based on November 29, 2025 travel date, Call AAA for current airfare rates and availability
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Nashville, Tennessee - Tour Begins
Day Stop
- Nashville, TN, USA
Experience
Experience the Gaylord Opryland Resort’s magical holiday displays with over 2 million lights and unique Music City-inspired décor.
Hotel(s)
Gaylord Opryland Resort
Meal(s)
Dinner
Step back in time on a holiday getaway that opens in the “Music Capital of the World” – Nashville – and the glorious Gaylord Opryland Resort. This impressive property is a year-round wonderland, but during the holidays, it truly sparkles even brighter! Today dinner will be included.
Day 2 - Nashville
Day 3 - Nashville
Day 4 - Nashville - Gatlinburg
Day 5 - Gatlinburg - Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Gatlinburg
Day 6 - Gatlinburg - Asheville, North Carolina
Day 7 - Asheville
Day 8 - Asheville - Charlotte - Tour Ends
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