Mississippi's culture and heritage is richer than the soil of the Mississippi Delta. You can see it in the state's museums, historical homes, Civil War sites and landmarks. You can also see it reflected in the unfolding of the Civil Rights Movement and in Mississippi's contributions to literature, and fine arts and crafts. From the birthplace of the Blues in the Mississippi Delta to the birthplace of Elvis in Tupelo, the Magnolia State is a great place to explore.
There are 5 main regions to Mississippi that offer the perfect holiday to everyone!
The Hills:
The north eastern hills stretch from the edge of the Mississippi River Delta to the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Farther east, the Appalachian foothills create a rugged terrain of rocky outcroppings, thick woodlands and bubbling streams found nowhere else in Mississippi. In this tranquil setting Mother Nature is the main attraction.
The Delta:
The Mississippi River delta is marked by casinos and cotton fields and set to the rhythm of the blues. Visitors can take in a performance at the local juke joint, at a posh casino or at any one of a dozen lively festivals celebrating the Delta's rich musical heritage.
The Capital/River region:
The Capital/River Region stretches from Jackson, Mississippi's capital city and geographic centre, to the historic towns that line the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Jackson is home to exceptional museums, boutique shopping and restaurants representing virtually every culinary style.
The Pines:
The Pines Region spans pioneer trails, sacred Native American homelands, and postcard-pretty antebellum towns. Tradition runs deep here, whether it's found in a quaint antique shop, a hallowed Indian mound, a lovingly restored mansion or an old-fashioned country fair.
The Coastal region:
Coastal Mississippi is a blend of old world elegance and carefree life on the beach. Visitors can hike in thick woodlands, retreat to a quiet artist colony, race down a white-water river, relax on the beach or roll the dice in a glitzy casino, all in a single day. And the area abounds with antique shops and unique specialty stores filled with one-of-a-kind treasures.
Best of the Old South and New South
Backroads and Bayous of the Deep South
Explore the Southern States
Tennessee and The South - Music and Mountains
Tennessee and the Deep South
Sweet Home Alabama
Land of the American Kings - Elvis, BB King and King Cotton
The Ultimate Music & Heritage Tour of the Deep South
Tastes & Sounds of the South - A Trafalgar Escorted Tour
Blues, Bourbon & BBQ Guided Motorcycle Tour Deep South
American Duchess River Cruise - Nashville to Memphis plus New Orleans
Mighty Mississippi - Full Length River Cruise
Natchez Trace Parkway
The Blues Highway
Grammy Museum, Cleveland
Where you stay is the heart of your holiday. Location reigns supreme but do you prefer resort facilities or unique and boutique? Historic and old world or modern and shiny?
We aim to present choices across the spectrum but there are many hundreds of places to stay and not room to feature them all. Do speak to your Bon Voyage travel consultant and click the video for our take on this important topic.
We would rate the Bellagio as one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. Fabulous, glitzy, exciting. We loved having breakfast at the poolside café... one of our best experiences ever. If it hadn't been for you we wouldn't have had the suite or cabana and we loved them. We both agreed that the hotel was the best for us and you had suggested that so well done!
Leonore & Mike Rumford
Dunleith Plantation
