
Local knowledge from expert travellers
29/10/2025 · By Tim Hall
Enhance your holiday with Great Rail Journeys as expert Tour Manager Tim Hall discusses how to get the most out a trip and uncover the places locals love.
Read moreSouthern USA holidays offer a captivating blend of experiences, from iconic music and vibrant cities to beautiful beaches, all wrapped up in the South's renowned hospitality. Discover the legendary music cities of the Deep South with live jazz in New Orleans' French Quarter, Graceland in Memphis, and country music at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. But the South isn't just about music. You can cruise on a Mississippi steamboat, explore the historic Oak Alley Plantation in Louisiana, and ride the scenic Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Browse our range of holidays to Southern USA to find your perfect trip.
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Historic tracks lead us on an unforgettable rail tour through the heartlands of great American music - from Nashville, home of country music, to the blues, soul and rock 'n' roll of Memphis and the expressive jazz of New Orleans. Starting our journey in North Carolina, we discover the music legends of Tennessee, then continue on the City of...