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Whether exploring the dizzying heights of the Windy City, taking a trip around Elvis's Graceland or strolling along historic Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, this adventure has something for everyone.
Music and food lovers will love this triple city train journey. Starting in the Windy City, there are simply no blues, like Chicago blues. Based on the electric guitar and harmonica, this unique sound will only be heard authentically in the city of it's origin. Top that off with a Chicago deep dish pizza and you'll be living like a local. Then it's on to Memphis. Elvis may have left the building, but his soul is still in Memphis and there's no place quite like Beale Street for Blues and BBQ. Your journey ends in New Orleans which is pure pleasure for the senses. The live music, Cajun and Creole cuisine mixed with some of the most genuine people you'll ever meet - it's the perfect end to a perfect holiday.
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Known fondly as everyone's kinda town because Chicago is a city for all tastes. As lovely as Paris with its striking architecture and leafy parks, as entertaining as London and as bustling as New York. There are world class art galleries and museums, vibrant theatres, intimate blues and jazz clubs, comedy bars, acres of green and the city even has a beach along the shores of Lake Michigan.
Getting around Chicago is easy with the Loop Skytrain in the central area, buses or the subway. The best introduction to the city is the Chicago Architecture Cruise Tour which we've included in this holiday. Home of the skyscraper, Chicago, is known its architectural feats. From the 100-year-old Art Deco, Neo-Classical, and Gothic Towers, to some of the tallest modern-day skyscrapers, Chicago is where old meets futuristic architectural endeavors. On your cruise you’ll discover more than 40 iconic buildings including the Wrigley Building and discover the major events that helped shape the architectural history of the city.
In the 1920s Chicago The Mob ruled the city. Learn about the likes of John Dillinger, Jack 'Machine Gun' McGurn, Baby Face Nelson and Al Capone on the fascinating 'Untouchables' Mob history tour of the city.
In the evening, be sure to visit some of our favourite Blues venues - Buddy Guy's Legends, Green Mill, House of Blues and Kingston Mines. Or jump on a luxury yacht for a dinner cruise along Lake Michigan, with the city's famous skyscrapers as your backdrop.
You'll have plenty of time to browse the shops along the famous Magnificent Mile, or hop on a river cruise and enjoy the city's impressive architecture before you board The City of New Orleans evening train for your overnight trip to Memphis, the birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll.
Memphis is a sound, a groove and a rhythm that races through your soul.
Stroll along Beale Street listen to the blues bands in many of the local bars. We recommend BB Kings, Rum Boogie Cafe or take a walk on the wild side at Wild Bill's.
Visit Graceland, a shrine to The King and re-live the history of the era as you tour this elegant mansion. Pop into Sun Studio's and hear about all the great recording artist's that frequented this surprisingly small studio. Stroll through the National Civil Rights Museum at the infamous Lorraine Motel, or visit Slave Haven at The Burkle Estate and learn about the secret Underground Railroad network that the slaves used to escape their cruel masters.
A Entourage tour of Graceland and entrance to the new Elvis Presley's Memphis exhibition is included. This state-of-the-art exhibition houses the world's largest collection of Elvis memorabilia. Be sure also to visit legendary Sun Studios, as well as the excellent, Stax and Rock 'n' Soul Museum.
New Orleans is truly like no other city in America. To enjoy this destination you are based in the very heart and soul of the city, the French Quarter, famous for its ornate balconies, French architecture and joie de vivre. We've included a walking tour of the French Quarter and a Jazz cruise on the mighty Mississippi, so you can easily get your bearings.
Jackson Square is a historic park right in the French Quarter and officially deemed one of the Great Public Spaces in the USA. Cafe Du Monde is the famed place to sit and sip a cafe au lait whilst enjoying a beignet or two - Cafe Beignet is equally as good and possibly not as busy. Jump on the St Charles Streetcar for a true overall feel for the city and its beautiful neighbourhoods - the Garden District with its antebellum mansions is one of our favourites. No visit is complete without a visit to the Mardi Gras Museum, a cookery lesson in the Cajun School of Cookery or a peek into one of New Orleans many mysterious Voodoo shops.
At night, the French Quarter pulsates with live music, dancing and some of the best restaurants in the USA. We'd recommend Preservation Hall, The Spotted Cat Music Club, Arnaud's, Napoleon House and Hotel Monteleone's famous Carousel Bar.
Today is your last day in New Orleans before heading back home. However, your journey doesn't have to end here! Fancy a few days in Nashville, time on the beach in Florida or shopping in New York? All Bon Voyage holidays are tailor made, so call the team of experts today to discuss your ideal trip.
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