USA: Nashville to Dallas Road Trip | 2026

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USA: Nashville to Dallas Road Trip | 2026

9 Days Starting in Nashville (TN) and ending in Fort Worth

Visiting: Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Dallas

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

NDRT26

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From: $2075 $1453 Operator discount: -$622 -30%

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Wanna explore the icons of the South in 9 days? Kicking off in Nashville with a singalong or two, this trip takes you from the home of Elvis to the home of NASA – with the unmissable vibes of New Orleans in between. Learning about civil rights, the Space Race and much more, you’ll be utterly flawed by the majestic culture, scenery and seriously good steakhouses.

Highlights

Memphis: Follow in the footsteps of B.B. King, Johnny Cash, and Elvis as you explore the riverfront and rock 'n' roll studios.
New Orleans: Discover the vibrant French Quarter and indulge in the city's famous beignets.
Houston: Explore major sites such as Buffalo Bayou, City Hall, and Heritage Society Park on a city orientation tour.
Houston: Visit the NASA Space Center and learn about interstellar travel.
Dallas: Experience cowboy culture and explore the historic stockyards in Fort Worth.
Dallas: Take an orientation tour of the city, including Dealey Plaza, the Arts District, and the Dallas Reunion Tower.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Start Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Stadium (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Comfort Inn Stadium (or similar)

Well hello there, Roadies! Our trip begins here in Nashville - the home of all things country. (Don't worry though, we won't be workin' nine til five here.) After joining your Contiki crew at the hotel, we'll spend the evening hanging out - ready to hit the road in the morning.

Day 2: Nashville

Location: Nashville

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Stadium (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Comfort Inn 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 lowdown on this city's musical past.

Day 3: Nashville To Memphis

Location: Memphis

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Sorry Nash, but we gotta dash. Next up, it's the home of the King himself... Welcome to Memphis. Here you'll have a free afternoon to explore, but we have plenty of optional activities for you to choose from. Memphis is the home of Elvis Presley, and you'll have the chance to visit Graceland (his former home) and Sun Studios (where he recorded many of his albums). Also in Memphis is the Civil Rights Museum, where you'll have the chance to pay tribute to Martin Luther King Jr, a vital force during the civil rights movement.

Day 4: Memphis To New Orleans

Location: New Orleans

Accommodation: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Speaking of 'a little more action', it's time for us to head to our next destination - New Orleans. The love-child of French & Caribbean culture, New Orleans will steal our hearts as soon as we arrive. We'll check out the French quarter and jam in Jackson Square before sampling beignets & marveling at elegant, pre-war mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern jazz, of course.

Day 5: New Orleans

Location: New Orleans

Accommodation: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)

Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

New Orleans, baby... You have the whole of today to soak up the sounds, smells and songs of a truly soulful city. How about an airboat swamp tour out on the Mississippi?

Day 6: New Orleans To Houston

Location: Houston

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Houston Downtown (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Houston Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bidding farewell to New Orleans, it's time to make our way to Texas' largest city, Houston. With huge belt buckles & portion sizes to match, Houston city certainly lives up to its larger-than-life reputation. After we arrive and Check in to our hotel, your Trip Manager will take you on a city orientation tour, checking Buffalo Bayou, City Hall and Heritage Society Park off your bucket list... and Market Square Park too.

Day 7: Houston To Dallas/Forth Worth

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Houston, we have a... great day ahead of us today, starting out with a tour of the NASA Space Centre. (Would you believe us if we said it was out of this world?) After that, we'll hit the road once again, this time with Dallas in our sights. Here in Dallas/Fort Worth, we'll visit the historic stockyards, chill with the cattle and tuck into a BBQ dinner too. Get a load of that sizzling sunset!

Day 8: Dallas/Forth Worth

Location: Dallas

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you're mostly free to explore Dallas however you like, but first, your Trip Manager will take you on an orientation tour, which includes the Dealey Plaza, The Arts District and the Dallas Reunion Tower.

Day 9: End Dallas/Fort Worth

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth

Meals Included: Breakfast

And it's here in Dallas that our USA adventure comes to an end. We've laughed, we've been amazed, we've sang along to more Dolly Parton hits than we thought possible. Now it's time to start dreaming about the next one.

What's Included

Dining

The tour includes 8 breakfasts and 2 dinners.
Memphis Experience

Follow in the footsteps of B.B. King, Johnny Cash, and Elvis as you explore the riverfront and rock ‘n’ roll studios.
New Orleans Orientation Tour

Get to know New Orleans with an orientation tour including the French Quarter and the chance to sample beignets.
Houston Orientation Tour

Your Trip Manager will take you on an orientation tour of Houston, checking out major sites such as Buffalo Bayou, City Hall, and Heritage Society Park.
Dallas Orientation Tour

Your Trip Manager will take you on an orientation tour of Dallas, including the Dealey Plaza, the Arts District, and the Dallas Reunion Tower.
Fort Worth BBQ Dinner

Enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner during your visit to the Fort Worth stockyards.
Comfortable Transportation

Travel from Nashville to Dallas with ease, enjoying a road trip through iconic cities with comfortable transportation provided throughout the tour.
Accommodation

Stay in comfort with accommodations at the Comfort Inn Stadium in Nashville, Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown, La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown, and Holiday Inn Houston Downtown.

What's Not Included

Optional Activities

Optional activities such as visiting Graceland, Sun Studios, and the Civil Rights Museum in Memphis are not included.
Airboat Swamp Tour

The airboat swamp tour in New Orleans is not included in the package.

Dining Summary

8 Breakfast (B)2 Dinner (D)

Included Experience

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: Trust us, you’ll be feeling anything but blue after trying the food here.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: Sample the delicious doughy goodness that is a staple of the city's food culture.Houston: Your Trip Manager will take you on an orientation tour of the city, checking out all the major sites such as Buffalo Bayou, City Hall and Heritage Society Park.Houston: Thought of as the centrepiece of downtown Houston, it’d be rude not to pay Market Square Park a visit while we’re here in Houston.Houston: We can’t fly you to the moon (not yet anyway) but we can offer you the next best thing… expect to learn plenty about interstellar travel.Dallas: Always wanted to know what it was like to live in the Wild West? Welcome to cowboy town.Fort Worth: Our trip to the Fort Worth stockyards just took a turn for the tasty, with a delicious BBQ dinner coming our way this evening.Dallas: Your Trip Manager will take you on an orientation tour of the city, including the Dealey Plaza, the Arts District, the Dallas Reunion Tower and more.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of meals are included in the tour?

The tour includes 8 breakfasts and 2 dinners, ensuring you start your day with a meal and enjoy some group dinners during the trip.
Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

Yes, there are optional activities such as visiting Graceland, Sun Studios, and the Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, as well as an airboat swamp tour in New Orleans.
What can I expect during the visit to the NASA Space Center in Houston?

During the visit to the NASA Space Center in Houston, you will learn about interstellar travel and explore the fascinating world of space exploration.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides comfortable accommodations at the Comfort Inn Stadium in Nashville, Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown, La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown, and Holiday Inn Houston Downtown.
What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

The tour includes cultural experiences such as exploring the riverfront and rock 'n' roll studios in Memphis, discovering the French Quarter in New Orleans, and experiencing cowboy culture at the historic stockyards in Fort Worth.

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.
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.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes
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.
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.

Reviews of this operator

Trusted Customer

Northern Choice plus Kaikoura

16-Jan-2023

The trip ran so smoothly and was well organised! The extra add ons were amazing and all the services were spot on. Food places were reasonable. I'm definitely booking my next contiki trip again soon!

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Sophie

Exceptional customer service

14-Jan-2023

Contiki were exceptional in providing customer service. They provided me with lots of information and were quick in responding to all my questions. I found that they were super helpful.

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Trusted Customer

First time traveling with Contiki. Highly recommend! You’ll have a blast

17-Jan-2023

First time traveling internationally since Covid and glad I spent the trip with Contiki. The travel, lodging, meals, activities everything was planned effortlessly. Going to Greece in may with contiki. Highly recommend

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Trusted Customer

Amazing trip. Made great friends and memories. Can’t wait for my next trip

15-Jan-2023

I had 24 people on my contiki and I think it was the perfect number, we all got to know each other well and got along great. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable, the hotels were nice and in great locations.

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Tanner Stokes

My amazing trip to Africa

13-Jan-2023

Sherif was an excellent tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single small detail at each site that we visited. In addition to his great service, he has a glowing spirit that made me feel like I had family with me the entire trip. Anything that I was concerned about, he always had an answer and was there to help. I truly enjoyed my experience and will purchase a tour with him in the future

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