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Detailed Itinerary
Dec 6 - Thu: NWA – Nashville
Opryland Hotel, TN
Depart Bella Vista at 6:00 a.m. - Continental
breakfast will be served on the bus - and travel to
the gorgeous
Gaylord Opryland Hotel
in Nashville, Tennessee. Gaylord Opryland™ is
recognized around the world for its extraordinary
service, luxurious accommodations and first-class
entertainment. Under majestic, climate-controlled
glass atriums, you'll be surrounded by nine acres of
lush indoor gardens, winding rivers and pathways, and
sparkling waterfalls where you can unwind, explore,
shop, dine, and be entertained to your heart's
content. Highlights include a 44-foot waterfall,
laser-light and fountain shows. You always get the
warm feeling of spring and southern hospitality in
Music City USA. (B)
Dec 7 - Fri: Grand Ole Opry
Enjoy Rachel’s wonderful breakfast buffet (incl.) and
then start exploring this magnificent hotel. Visit the
“Treasures
of the Holidays”,
a wonderful art, antique and craft fair. Stop and
smell the roses or any of the thousands of species of
plants. This evening at 6:30 pm you have a reserved
seat to a life performance to the world famous Grand
Ole Opry
at the Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. The
world’s longest running live radio show features the
best in the broad spectrum of country, bluegrass,
comedy and more. The Opry, offering a spectacular show
and big name stars is an American experience like no
other. (B)
Dec 8 - Sat: Rockettes - ICE - General Jackson lunch
and show
Breakfast on your own. Explore the
Opry Mills Mall
with over 200 stores to shop in. On the
General Jackson luncheon cruise and show,
a delicious lunch is served in the warmth of their
two-story Victorian Theater. You’ll be entertained by
Tim Watson and band as they perform holiday musical
sprinkled with a good dose of Tim’s wonderful sense of
humor. We board the bus to see the Ice Palace. The
ICE
is the “coolest” show in Nashville. Take a chilly
adventure through a frozen world of larger than life
ice sculptures featuring favorite holiday characters.
But don’t worry, a warm parka is provided for
everyone. Tonight revel in the excitement of the
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
starring the
Rockettes.
They thrill audiences of all ages with a dazzling
musical production that includes the legendary “Parade
of the Wooden Soldiers” and the “Living Nativity.” (L)
Dec 9 - Sun: City Tour - Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner
Party
After breakfast at the Cascades (incl.) experience
this wonderful city with a
guided sightseeing tour
of Nashville’s landmarks. Learn about the
Athens of the South,
drive by the star’s homes, and gather interesting
facts about Nashville’s history, industries and famous
people. Tour includes downtown, State Capitol, Fort
Nashborough, Riverfront Park, Centennial Park & the
Pantheon, Music Row’s Recording Studios and The
Governor’s Mansion. This evening we have reservations
to the
Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner Party.
Enjoy a traditional holiday dinner with all the
trimmings, while Pam and her band perform favorite
Christmas songs as well as her top ten hits. Join our
newest Grand Ole Opry member as she serves up the
magical tastes and sounds of this very special time of
the year. (B, D)
Dec 10 - Mon: Depart home
After Rachel’s wonderful breakfast buffet (incl.) we
pack our bags and enjoy the wonderful drive home with
new friends and holiday memories. What a wonderful
farewell to our magical time at Gaylord Opryland. (B) |
