USA: Boot Scoot N Blues | 2025
USA: Boot Scoot N Blues | 2025
$3615
USA: Boot Scoot N Blues | 2025
13 Days Starting in Fort Worth, USA and ending in Nashville, USA
Visiting: Austin, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans, Memphis, Nashville
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BSNB20
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable cultural journey through the heart of the USA with the "Boot Scoot N Blues" tour in 2025. This adventure kicks off in Fort Worth and takes you through iconic cities like Austin, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville. Travel comfortably by coach and enjoy stays at well-appointed hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and La Quinta Inn. Delight in daily breakfasts and select dinners, including a Texan BBQ and traditional gumbo. Explore vibrant music scenes, historic sites like the Alamo, and culinary experiences such as a New Orleans cooking class. Highlights include a visit to Graceland, a tour of Sun Studios, and a whiskey distillery tour in Nashville. With guided walking tours and free days to explore, this tour offers a perfect blend of structured activities and personal discovery. Don't miss this chance to experience the rich cultural tapestry of the American South.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Dallas-Fort Worth To Austin
Location: Austin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Feel the famed Southern hospitality as we meet up with the rest of our Contiki family in the ‘bigger is better’ scene of Dallas. From Fort Worth we’ll head to the decidedly more laid-back vibes of Austin. You can't say we don’t treat you. Diving straight into the local way of life, this evening you’ll get to know your new travel crew over an authentic & mouthwatering Texan BBQ.
Day 2: Austin
Location: Austin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is all yours baby so take it easy as you experience the Texan Life. You have the option of taking a kayaking trip on Lady Bird Lake to view those skyscrapers from a new angle, picking out some new cowboy boots for yourself, or taking a paddle board ride on the water. Make sure to preserve your energy for a night on the town - Austin has a world famous music scene for a good reason.
Day 3: Austin To San Antonio
Location: San Antonio
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Rivercenter (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Having conquered Austin, we'll venture onto San Antonio... Welcome to a charming melting pot of Spanish, Mexican & American infusions. After eating our way around the largest Mexican market outside of Mexico and enjoying a walking tour to get our bearings, the evening is yours to soak up and enjoy shops, restaurants & music.
Day 4: San Antonio To Houston
Location: Houston
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Houston Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leaving San An feeling like a local, it's time to make our way to Texas' largest city. With huge belt buckles & portion sizes to match, Houston city certainly lives up to its larger than life reputation.
Day 5: Houston To New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bellies full of BBQ, we'll head to the romantic metropolis of New Orleans. The love-child of French & Caribbean culture, New Orleans will steal our hearts as soon as we arrive.
Day 6: New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We'll kick off the festivities today with a swoon-worthy walking tour of the French quarter, jamming in Jackson Square before sampling beignets & marveling at elegant, pre-war mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern jazz, of course. Then it's time to head for the New Orleans school of cooking to trade tales with your new friends over some traditional gumbo.
Day 7: New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Now that you know New Orleans like one of the locals, it's your day to do your own thing. Stroll down Frenchmen street for the sounds of jazz and funk, head to the vast grassy oasis of the city park or check out the New Orleans museum of art for an extensive collection of gorgeous French masterpieces.
Day 8: New Orleans To Memphis
Location: Memphis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bidding farewell to New Orleans, we're off to another musical mecca... Welcome to Memphis. It's time to pay homage to 'The King' today, as we're going to Graceland, the iconic home of Elvis. We'll head to sun studios, the place where Elvis recorded his very first song. What a day; and we're not even done with Memphis yet.
Day 9: Memphis
Location: Memphis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Now we're nice and intimate with Memphis, it's your own day to explore. Take a taste of traditional food in downtown, visit the museum of soul music, check out the famous zoo and aquarium or take a tour of the Wiseacre brewery. No matter what you choose to do today, you'll fall in love with this melodic city.
Day 10: Memphis To Nashville
Location: Nashville
Accommodation Name: Comfort Inn Stadium (or similar)
See ya, Memphis, Nashville is calling! Pull those boots out. Home to some of the musical greats, this city also played a crucial role in the civil rights movement.
Day 11: Nashville
Location: Nashville
Accommodation Name: Comfort Inn Stadium (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you have the day for yourself to really get down and dirty with Nashville. Tour and taste all the southern delicacies, take a trip to the Ryman Auditorium and taste some classic whisky at Uncle Nearest Distillery.
Day 12: Nashville
Location: Nashville
Accommodation Name: Quality Inn Nashville Downtown Stadium (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is yours to explore Nashville. Truly a musical paradise, a tour around the Country Music Hall of Fame will give us the low down on this city's musical past.
Day 13: End Nashville
Location: Nashville
Meals Included: Breakfast
Thanks for the hospitality Nashville! Tissues on deck & souvenirs in tow, it's time to say our goodbyes. This has been the journey of a lifetime, so make sure to keep in contact for a reunion trip soon…
What's Included
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Meals
Meals include daily breakfast and some dinners, including an authentic Texan BBQ on Day 1 and a traditional gumbo dinner in New Orleans.
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Guided Tours
Guided walking tours in San Antonio, New Orleans, and Memphis, including visits to the Alamo, San Antonio Mission River Walk, French Quarter, and Civil Rights Museum.
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Graceland Visit
Visit to Graceland, the iconic home of Elvis Presley.
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Sun Studios Tour
Tour of Sun Studios in Memphis, where Elvis recorded his first song.
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New Orleans School of Cooking
Cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking.
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Transport
Travel between destinations in the USA by coach, providing a comfortable and convenient way to explore multiple cities including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville.
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Accommodation
Accommodation at Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown, Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Rivercenter, Holiday Inn Houston Downtown, La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown, Moxy Hotel Downtown, and Quality Inn Nashville Downtown Stadium (or similar).
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is highly recommended.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as kayaking on Lady Bird Lake, paddle boarding, and brewery tours are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Austin: Historic building, the only known surviving moon towers in the world, plus a paragon of Texas hospitality. What more could you want here in Austin?
- Austin: Follow in the footsteps of Farrah Fawcett and Matthew McConnaughey on a trip to the University of Texas.
- Austin: See the buildings, bridges, barbershops and more!
- Austin: From ribs to sausages, the steaks may be high – but nowhere does BBQ like Texas, and tonight we’ll experience it for ourselves.
- San Antonio: Get to know San Antonio on foot, with visits to the Alamo and the famous San Antonio Mission River Walk.
- New Orleans: Sample the delicious doughy goodness that is a staple of the city's food culture.
- New Orleans: Get to know New Orleans, with an orientation tour including the French Quarter – and the chance to sample the doughy and delightful New Orleans beignets.
- New Orleans: Tonight we’ll sample local creole specialties, plus the famous Southern hospitality.
- Memphis: Follow in the footsteps of B.B. King, Johnny Cash and Elvis as we sway from the riverfront to rock ‘n’ roll studios.
- Memphis: Visit the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll. Where Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash recorded their major records.
- Nashville: Whiskey fans, prepare to be whisked away on this unique distillery tour.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses coach travel to move between destinations in the USA, providing a comfortable and convenient way to explore multiple cities including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes daily breakfast and some dinners. Notably, there is an authentic Texan BBQ on Day 1 and a traditional gumbo dinner in New Orleans.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown, Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Rivercenter, Holiday Inn Houston Downtown, La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown, Moxy Hotel Downtown, and Quality Inn Nashville Downtown Stadium, or similar.
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What are some of the guided tours included in the itinerary?
The tour includes guided walking tours in San Antonio, New Orleans, and Memphis, with visits to the Alamo, San Antonio Mission River Walk, French Quarter, and Civil Rights Museum.
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Is there a visit to Graceland included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Graceland, the iconic home of Elvis Presley.
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Will there be any cooking classes during the tour?
Yes, there is a cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking included in the tour.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, international and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and it is highly recommended that you arrange your own.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities such as kayaking on Lady Bird Lake, paddle boarding, and brewery tours are available but not included in the tour package.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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