Jazz, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll

Jazz, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Name: COMPLETE NORTH AMERICA
Address: Private Road No. 2, Colwick, Nottinghamshire, NG4 2JY, England
Telephone: 0115 9610590

Ultimate Deep South rail journey from Chicago to New Orleans.

YOUR COMPLETE TAILORED RAIL HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

Scheduled flights | 7 nights accommodation | Jazz brunch at the Court of Two Sisters | Exclusive travel information pack

Prices from £2,199pp

This Jazz, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll 9 day rail holiday begins in Chicago and explores its famous blues scene.

Then, enjoy a relaxing train ride as you head down to Memphis, the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. Don’t forget to soak in the amazing landscape along the way. See all Memphis has to offer, including Elvis’s famous mansion, Graceland.

Your last stop is New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz! Treat your ears and palate with a jazz brunch at the famous Court of Two Sisters restaurant and take in the sights and sounds of New Orleans and the French Quarter from the deck of an old-fashioned paddle wheel boat. This trip is truly a music lover’s dream come true!

DISCOVER THE DEEP SOUTH YOUR WAY.

Take it as you see it or change it to suit. All C.N.A. holidays can be tailored to suit your own tastes & budget.

All our holidays offer complete financial protection and you will receive a uniquely personalised travelling pack to ensure you get the most from your adventure.

Itinerary

DAY 1 CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Explore the Windy City on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour covering 13 magnificent miles of this amazing city, making it the best way to visit all the top attractions and destinations. Hop-off at any of the stops along the tour to enjoy the sights at your leisure. Later in the day, explore the city on your own. We suggest taking a walk down Magnificent Mile.

(Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 2 CHICAGO

Continue exploring on your multi-day sightseeing tour. Be sure to stop by the iconic attractions Chicago has to offer, like the Skydeck Chicago, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, 360 Chicago, and much more. Dinner this evening at a popular restaurant in Chicago is included.

(Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 3 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Travel to the station and board Amtrak’s City of New Orleans® for a relaxing overnight trip down South to Memphis. Your journey on this train route takes you through the heart of our nation’s musical heritage – from Chicago with its world-class Chicago Symphony Orchestra and still vibrant electric blues scene, to Beale Street in Memphis and the home of Elvis, the King of Rock N Roll.

(Overnight on board Amtrak)

DAY 4 MEMPHIS

You’ll arrive in Memphis early in the morning. Travel on your own to your hotel, which is located in the heart of downtown. Today you’ll have some free time to explore the sights and sounds of this musical city. If you’re looking for places to go, check out the music scene on Beale Street or head to the Peabody Hotel to see the famous ducks.

(Overnight in Memphis)

DAY 5 MEMPHIS

Today, enjoy a tour of Memphis, including the iconic Graceland. This narrated tour will help you discover downtown, the Mighty Mississippi, Beale Street, Sun Studio, and many more wonderful attractions! On your Graceland tour, you’ll get up close and personal to the things Elvis cherished most in the world and truly get a glimpse of his life at Graceland. Stop in the Meditation Garden to see the final resting place of Elvis and his parents.

(Overnight in Memphis)

DAY 6 MEMPHIS TO NEW ORLEANS

Travel on your own to the station and board Amtrak to New Orleans. Take in the Southern scenery as you travel the history-laden musical roads of Mississippi to New Orleans – the birthplace of jazz. Upon your arrival, you will travel to your hotel, where you can settle in for the night or start exploring this lovely city.

(Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 7 NEW ORLEANS

Start the day with a jazz brunch at the famous Court of Two Sisters restaurant. After a leisurely morning, you’ll set off for your included New Orleans city tour. Absorb the sights and sounds of the world famous French Quarter and historic Jackson Square. Explore the historic cemeteries, often referred to as “Cities of the Dead.” Marvel at the fascinating stories of voodoo and piracy on Bayou St. John, the waterway used by Jean Lafitte and his band of pirates. View the longest bridge over water in the world, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway and much more.

(Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 8 NEW ORLEANS

Enjoy a Battlefield Cruise and take in the picturesque sights of New Orleans and the French Quarter from a unique vantage point: the outside deck of an old-fashioned paddle wheel boat! Take in the amazing views of the French Quarter and the Port of New Orleans from the river as the boat’s captain entertains you with a detailed narration of New Orleans landmarks, history and river lore. Disembark at the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans.

(Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 9 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NEW ORLEANS

Hotels

Hotels:

HOLIDAY INN CHICAGO MART PLAZA
PALMER HOUSE HILTON
SHERATON GRAND CHICAGO
THE WESTIN MICHIGAN AVENUE
CROWNE PLAZA MEMPHIS DOWNTOWN
SHERATON MEMPHIS
PEABODY MEMPHIS HOTEL
WYNDHAM NEW ORLEANS – FRENCH QUARTER
HOLIDAY INN DOWNTOWN SUPERDOME
HOTEL MONTELEONE
NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT
RESIDENCE INN NEW ORLEANS CONVENTION CENTER
SHERATON NEW ORLEANS HOTEL

What you get

Your holiday includes:

Scheduled flights.
UK airport taxes
One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Memphis; Memphis to New Orleans on board the City of New Orleans®
7 nights’ hotel accommodations; 1 night on board Amtrak
2 meals included (1 dinner, 1 brunch*)
Jazz brunch at the Court of Two Sisters

* Dinner at a popular restaurant substituted when brunch in New Orleans is unavailable.

Highlights

Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago
Sightseeing city tour of Memphis including admission to Graceland
Battlefield Cruise in New Orleans aboard a paddlewheel boat
Sightseeing city tour of New Orleans

Disclaimer:

Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Prices do not include rail from your hometown. Please call for pricing. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodations unless otherwise noted. Upgrades to Roomette or Bedroom accommodations on board Amtrak are available.

Additional Experiences

Our holidays are completely tailored to suit you. We would be happy to help you choose from a vast array of additional experiences that will enhance your North America holiday adventure.

These might include:

City tours
Helicopter flights
Sporting event tickets
Golf

Hiking
Rafting
Horseback riding
Restaurant reservations

There are many more, often quite unique to your chosen destination so please do ask.

Personalised Documentation

We prepare every travel pack individually. We want this to be the perfect travelling companion for your adventure and to offer you all the information you need. Your personally prepared ring-bound travel itinerary booklet is detailed and is designed to serve as a wonderful reminder of your experiences for years to come when you return.

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Estas / Visas

Do I need a visa to travel to the usa?

In most circumstances, no visa is required for travel to the USA for any British Citizen passport holder and many other European passport holders, whose countries qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This program permits entry for up to 90 days for business or leisure purposes. Everyone must apply to use the VWP via the online Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA). Advice states this should be done online at least 72 hours prior to departure. On payment of the $14 fee this system usually issues an electronic confirmation within minutes but this is not guaranteed and there are certain criteria travellers must consider before applying via ESTA to use the Visa Waiver Program. Once granted the VWP authorization is valid for 2 years.

It is essential that everyone who plans to travel to the United States reads the information contained on the following page – Visa Waiver Program

Please note : From 21st January 2016 The United States implemented changes to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) as part of the Terrorist Travel Protection Act of 2015. One of the major changes implemented in January excludes any British National who has travelled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, or Yemen since March 01st 2011 from using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Full details are contained on the above link but those affected will need to apply for a Visitor Visa with the U.S. Embassy before booking their travel arrangements.

You are advised to complete your ESTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

To use ESTA now please only use the following website – Official ESTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the VWP or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

British Nationals and travellers from other European countries can enjoy visa-exempt travel to and via Canada but must first use the online Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) at a cost of CA$7.00 per person. Most online applications are approved with minutes by email but the process can take longer particularly if supporting documentation is requested. An eTA is valid for 5 years and allows you to travel for up to 6 months on any one visit.

You are advised to apply for your eTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

For applications and full information on the scheme please only visit – Official Canadian Government eTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the eTA scheme or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

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Sunday: Closed

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Jazz, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll

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