Tours Beyond

Gaylord Opryland Resort

This is a resort like none other! Located on the banks of the Cumberland River, the Gaylord Opryland Resort is near legendary Nashville attractions, and is practically legendary itself! Step into the Magnolia Lobby which was designed to resemble a grand Southern mansion with an impressive staircase and a Tiffany-style chandelier. The hotel features a glass atrium surrounded by 9 acres of indoor gardens, winding rivers and waterfalls. Stroll through the Garden Conservatory, resembling a Victorian garden complete with a 3.5-story waterfall and more than 8,000 tropical plants. Take a boat cruise along the scenic, indoor river and wind through the beautiful, 4.5-acre Delta Atrium. Take in the sights while guides share fun facts about the Resort and its gardens. In the evening check out the Water and Light show at the Delta Atrium.

Grand Ole Opry

Welcome to the true home of country music, The Grand Old Opry! Play it loose, make it fun, honor the music, and whatever happens onstage, roll with it. In that spirit, this show has not only witnessed country music’s biggest moments; it has been the catalyst. Johnny Cash met June Carter at the Opry, Bill Monroe and his band invented bluegrass on the Opry stage, and many unexpected guests, from Paul McCartney to Bill Murray to Pharrell Williams, have made the one-night-only shows truly unforgettable. The show attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world and millions of radio and internet listeners. Dedicated to honoring country music and its history, the Opry showcases a mix of famous singers and contemporary chart-toppers performing country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, and comedy performances and skits.

Opry Back Stage Tour

After you watch the show, see what it’s like behind the scenes! Walk in the footsteps of superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens on the other side of the curtain, right after the show ends! Visit the artist entrance where the artists and crew walked in for the show earlier that night. Have the chance to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle, just as the parade of artists had done a few minutes earlier. Get a glimpse into some of the Opry’s 18 uniquely themed dressing rooms. After taking in an Opry performance, hear the official words, “Welcome to the Family!”

Ryman Auditorium

The Ryman Auditorium, also called the “Mother Church of Country Music”, has had artists as diverse as Jon Bon Jovi and Patsy Cline perform on its legendary stage since 1892. With 130 years under its belt, it shows no signs of slowing down, with guest appearances by the biggest names in music. 

Walking through the doors of this historic auditorium, one thing becomes clear right away: this isn’t just another nightly music venue, and it’s more than a daytime tourist stop. This place is hallowed ground. This is the exact spot where bluegrass was born, where Johnny Cash met June Carter, where souls were saved and a slice of history was nearly lost. It was right here that country music found an audience beyond its own back porch, and countless careers took off as deals were signed on scraps of paper backstage. This is a building where anything is possible: a soul can find redemption, a crumbling building can find salvation, and an unknown kid with a guitar can find his or her name in lights.

Country Music Hall of Fame 

This is the world's largest popular music museum. Ever-changing exhibits feature the legends of country music from the past and today's hottest stars.  The Country Music Hall of Fame honors musicians representing all genres of music, and includes the studio players as well as the famous stars. From Hank Williams, Sr. to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and from Motown to Southern Rock, there is truly something of interest for everyone.

RCA Studio B 

Discover the legends of Music Row with a visit to RCA Studio B, Nashville’s only studio tour. Historic RCA Studio B brought more than 35,000 songs to life, including more than 1,000 American hits, 40 million singles, and over 200 Elvis Presley recordings – more than any other studio by far! Stand right where Elvis, Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton, Chet Atkins, The Everly Brothers, and many more recorded their classic hits.

Opry Mills 

Find the season's most wanted styles at Nashville's only outlet shopping destination.  This beautiful indoor mall boasts 200 + stores. Enjoy the Opry Mills® experience with retailers ranging from jewelry to women’s apparel to sporting goods. They have full-service dining options, including Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Chuy’s Mexican Food, and Bavarian Bierhaus as well as quick and fast options, such as Johnny Rockets, Subway and Panda Express. To top it off, Opry Mills® offers entertainment options with The Escape Game, Dave & Buster’s and Madame Tussauds Nashville, the world's most famous wax museum attraction. Opry Mills is your Nashville destination to shop, dine and play! 

Johnny Cash Museum 

Forbes recently released a list of the Top 5 “Must-See” Nashville destinations and put The Johnny Cash Museum in the number one slot. One can never predict who will be seen at the museum, since in addition to celebrities, Cash family members and band members are often inside. Many historical documents, letters, awards, costumes and instruments are combined in a three-dimensional journey through the life of Johnny Cash, with interactive technology provided by the Nashville-based Griffin Technologies. The collection features the earliest known Johnny Cash letters and documents as well as the handwritten manuscript for the last song written by the prolific songwriter, just days before his passing. Visitors are also provided a look at Cash’s private life, including his childhood, early adulthood and his service in the United States Air Force.

Patsy Cline Museum

Housed above the Johnny Cash Museum, The Patsy Cline Museum celebrates the life of this legendary singer.  Opened in 2013 by founder Bill Miller, the museum gives visitors a glimpse into the unconventional life and career of the late pop-country songstress. With just three studio albums to her credit, and two Number One country singles in her lifetime, Patsy Cline nevertheless left an indelible mark on Country Music. Tragically, the lives of Patsy and fellow Opry stars Hawkshaw Hawkins and Cowboy Copas were cut short when their plane crashed March 5th, 1963. She was only 30 years old, but, due in part to her pure pop-country voice and commanding presence, the legacy of Patsy Cline has endured, and has influenced and inspired generations of performers.

Experience Nashville’s Music

In Nashville, the music scene is second to none and an integral part of this vibrant city.  Visit legendary country music venues, and explore “The District” with its honky-tonks and live music. Experience how music is the common thread connecting the life and soul of the city and its people.

The Gaylord Opryland Resort

Enjoy the finest in Southern hospitality at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Situated in the heart of Nashville, guests are welcomed with a stunning, one-of-a-kind resort experience, with all the excitement and energy of Music City under one spectacular roof. 

The Grand Ole Opry

This is "The Show that Made Country Music Famous", and no visit to Nashville is complete without seeing a Grand Ole Opry show at the Ryman Auditorium. What began in 1925 as a one-hour radio “barn dance” has become a star-studded country music tradition and a milestone for every aspiring country artist. Go backstage for a bonus tour! 

• Our unique Connections Program
• Private coach transportation
• 5 nights of accommodation
• 5 breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 dinners
• Local professional guides and all entry fees to included highlights
• Services of Tours in Canada Tour Director

Prices are in Canadian dollars, are per person, and all applicable taxes.

Included Highlights:

• Gaylord Opryland Resort
• Nashville Singer/ Song Writer City Tour
• Guided tour of the Ryman Auditorium
• Free Time in Nashville
• Grand Ole Opry Show and Backstage Tour
• Country Music Hall of Fame
• RCA Studio B tour
• Opry Mills Mall
• Admission to the Johnny Cash Museum or the Patsy Cline Museum

Day 1:  Travel to Lima, OH

Enjoy the drive through the wonderful farm country of Southwestern Ontario as fellow guests are picked up along the route. You will have a stop for duty free before crossing into the United Sates. Sit back relax and enjoy joy the scenery as you travel south to Lima, OH. Get to know your fellow guests with a welcome dinner.

Stay: Hampton Inn, Lima OH

Nights: 1

Meals: D

Day 2: Kentucky to Nashville, TN

The journey continues south through the lush farmlands of Ohio and Kentucky.  Kentucky bluegrass country is one of America’s most genteel and elegant landscapes, spread over 15 counties and 4,000 square miles of Tara-style manor houses and classic oak plank fences. It is also the undisputed international center of Thoroughbred horse breeding. Horses live better here than most aristocracy, in cupola-topped barns and handsome stables with hand-forged gates and stained-glass windows. You lose an hour as you travel through Kentucky which gives you an extra hour to enjoy the Gaylord Opryland Resort. You have a free evening to explore the beautiful indoor gardens, restaurants & shops. 

Stay: Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, TN

Nights: 3

Meals: B, D

Day 3: Singer/Song Writer City Tour, Grand Ole Opry Show & Tour 

Gain some insight into the music and history of Nashville during a city tour led by a very talented singer/songwriter who is active in the industry. Continue your day with free time and lunch (on your own) at Opry Mills, Nashville’s premier mall featuring over 200 shops. Go beyond the curtain with a backstage tour of the legendary Grand Ole Opry House. See where legends began and hear stories about the biggest moments in country music. After a group dinner, enjoy an entertaining Grand Ole Opry performance.

Meals: B, D

Day 4: RCA Studio B Tour, Ryman Auditorium, Country Music Hall of Fame

Your adventure continues at RCA Studio B, the birthplace of “Nashville Sound”. Tour the famous studio where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and others have recorded hits. Then it’s on to “The Mother Church of Country Music”, the Ryman Auditorium, for a guided tour. Next, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame for lunch and a self-guided tour through exhibits displaying the history and traditions of country music. Lastly, choose between the Johnny Cash Museum and the Patsy Cline Museum. The rest of the evening is yours to discover Nashville’s nightlife. Visit a honky-tonk for live music, try a speakeasy for an experiential evening or perhaps enjoy a dinner theatre. 

Meals: B, L

Day 5: Heading for Home

The drive north begins today and the hour you lost on the way down you pick back up as we drive through Kentucky. As you head north you may wish to watch a movie, read a book, stretch out and have a nap or just sit back and watch the beautiful farmland go by. Tonight, there is a farewell dinner at the Olive Garden in Lima, OH

Stay: Hampton Inn, Lima OH

Nights: 1

Meals: B, D

Day 6: The Journey's End

After an included breakfast at the hotel the coach heads for the border. A stop at Duty-Free for those who wish to pick up some goodies is followed by a lunch stop in Sarnia. As you drive through the farmland of Southern Ontario, say farewell to your new friends and take home with you some amazing memories of your trip to the Music Capital of the World, Nashville.

Meals: B

Day 1:  Travel to Lima, OH

Enjoy the drive through the wonderful farm country of Southwestern Ontario as fellow guests are picked up along the route. You will have a stop for duty free before crossing into the United Sates. Sit back relax and enjoy joy the scenery as you travel south to Lima, OH. Get to know your fellow guests with a welcome dinner.

Stay: Hampton Inn, Lima OH

Nights: 1

Meals: D

Day 2: Kentucky to Nashville, TN

The journey continues south through the lush farmlands of Ohio and Kentucky.  Kentucky bluegrass country is one of America’s most genteel and elegant landscapes, spread over 15 counties and 4,000 square miles of Tara-style manor houses and classic oak plank fences. It is also the undisputed international center of Thoroughbred horse breeding. Horses live better here than most aristocracy, in cupola-topped barns and handsome stables with hand-forged gates and stained-glass windows. You lose an hour as you travel through Kentucky which gives you an extra hour to enjoy the Gaylord Opryland Resort. You have a free evening to explore the beautiful indoor gardens, restaurants & shops. 

Stay: Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, TN

Nights: 3

Meals: B, D

Day 3: Singer/Song Writer City Tour, Ryman Auditorium, Country Music Hall of Fame 

Gain some insight into the music and history of Nashville during a city tour led by a very talented singer/songwriter who is active in the industry. Then it’s on to “The Mother Church of Country Music”, the Ryman Auditorium, for a guided tour. Next, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame for lunch and a self-guided tour through exhibits displaying the history and traditions of country music. Lastly, choose between the Johnny Cash Museum and the Patsy Cline Museum. The rest of the evening is yours to discover Nashville’s nightlife. Visit a honky-tonk for live music, try a speakeasy for an experiential evening or perhaps enjoy a dinner theatre.  

Meals: B, L

Day 4: RCA Studio B Tour, Grand Ole Opry Show & Tour

Your adventure continues at RCA Studio B, the birthplace of “Nashville Sound”. Tour the famous studio where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and others have recorded hits. Enjoy free time and lunch (on your own) at Opry Mills, Nashville’s premier mall featuring over 200 shops. Go beyond the curtain with a backstage tour of the legendary Grand Ole Opry House. See where legends began and hear stories about the biggest moments in country music. After a group dinner, enjoy an entertaining Grand Ole Opry performance. 

Meals: B, D

Day 5: Heading for Home

The drive north begins today and the hour you lost on the way down you pick back up as we drive through Kentucky. As you head north you may wish to watch a movie, read a book, stretch out and have a nap or just sit back and watch the beautiful farmland go by. Tonight, there is a farewell dinner at the Olive Garden in Lima, OH

Stay: Hampton Inn, Lima OH

Nights: 1

Meals: B, D

Day 6: The Journey's End

After an included breakfast at the hotel the coach heads for the border. A stop at Duty-Free for those who wish to pick up some goodies is followed by a lunch stop in Sarnia. As you drive through the farmland of Southern Ontario, say farewell to your new friends and take home with you some amazing memories of your trip to the Music Capital of the World, Nashville.

Meals: B

Hampton Inn, Lima OH (1 night on the way down and 1 night on the way home)

This Hampton Inn in Lima, Ohio has been welcoming our guests for years. Their friendly staff and clean comfortable rooms make it a great stopover hotel.

Gaylord Opryland Resort (3 nights)

The Gaylord Opryland Resort features 15 restaurants, 4 bars and multiple retails stores. To say that this resort has “amenities” is quite an understatement! There are 3 sparkling pools, an award-winning Relâche Spa & Fitness Center, and a beautiful 18-hole golf course. See other information about this spectacular hotel in the highlights!

This 6-day day tour follows pickup Route A, and includes our unique Connections Program.  The pickup locations are:

• Lindsay
• Peterborough
• Bowmanville
• Whitby
• Markham
• Brampton
• Milton
• Cambridge
• Woodstock
• London
• Sarnia

We recommend comfortable rubber-soled shoes for the walking tours. Its always a good idea to pack a light jacket, it may get cool at night. 

Although this motorcoach tour starts and ends in Southern Ontario. guests can join this tour from anywhere in the world by flying to Toronto, and using our Connections Program for transportation to a pickup location!  Please contact us to discuss your airfare and pre-and post-tour accommodation options.

For Opry Mills, there will be coach drop off and pick up to this location.  If you want to go on your own, the resort offers a free shuttle.  If you enjoy walking, it’s about 5 minutes from the hotel along well-lit, maintained pathways.