Nashville & the Smoky Mountains Holiday featuring Gatlinburg & Asheville - Holiday

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! There are no included activities today and dinner is on your own. Spend the afternoon exploring the resort at your leisure.

A local guide will share the history and lore of Music City during a sightseeing tour where you will view the State Capitol, Music Row, and the Parthenon — a full replica of the Athenian original! Gather for a welcome dinner, then later this evening, take your reserved seat at the renowned Grand Ole Opry.* What began as a building where a local radio broadcast show aired once a week in 1925 has grown to become an entertainment complex that attracts music fans from all over the world.

Today, a tour of RCA Studio B gives you an insider’s look at Nashville’s oldest remaining recording studio, where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, and Charlie Pride once recorded some of their classic hits. Learn how each artist recorded their chart-topping music in this famous studio – you may even have the opportunity to record your own hit! Later, explore the Country Music Hall of Fame, the largest museum of popular music in the world. The museum's vast collections of memorabilia, costumes, recordings, and instruments are artfully presented in cutting-edge exhibits relaying the vibrant history of country music and its artists. This afternoon, enjoy a few hours of leisure time to explore Nashville at your own pace. This evening, gather for a spectacular dinner and holiday show at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Then, it’s your choice! Embark on a cozy horse-drawn carriage ride -OR- take in your resort’s amazing lights and holiday décor on a relaxing indoor river cruise.

This morning, we travel east to Gatlinburg, a lively mountain resort, the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and your home for a 2-night stay. Today, it’s a Smoky Mountains Christmas at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. Spectacular light displays and a lineup of shows celebrating the spirit of the holiday season make this a night to remember.