Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

Highlights

  • Guided tours of two iconic attractions: Graceland and Sun Studios

  • Free time in Memphis to visit Beale Street and see the Peabody ducks

Summary

Start your day bright and early to begin your full-day trip to Memphis. The comfortable trip by air-conditioned coach takes approximately 4 hours to reach your destination. On arrival, you'll be presented with your VIP pass to Graceland on a souvenir lanyard. Explore with your guide over the course of 3 hours. You'll see the Elvis car museum, his burial site, and the two deluxe planes that were used for the King's touring and personal travel. Take some free time to purchase lunch or look around a bit further on your own.  Your next stop is Sun Studios, the recording studio owned by Sam Phillips in downtown Memphis that played a large part in the founding of rock 'n' roll. During your 1-hour guided tour, you'll see what the recording process used to be like and hear stories of the studio's many legends, including Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, and Johnny Cash.  Last, head for Beale Street for some free time to wander around, visit the Memphis Rock n Soul Museum, or get some famous Memphis barbecue. Visit the Peabody Hotel to see the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet and learn how this unusual tradition got started.

Tour info

Duration
15 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

While in Nashville, visit another one of America’s great music cities—Memphis. Take a VIP skip-the-line tour of Elvis Presley’s Graceland, then visit Sun Studios where everyone from Johnny Cash to B.B. King recorded. There’s also time to explore Beale Street, visit the Rock n Soul Museum, and try some Memphis BBQ (own expense).

What’s included?

  • Nashville to Memphis Guided Sightseeing Day-Trip

  • Elvis Presley's Graceland Admission & "Elvis Entourage" VIP Access Tour

  • Skip-the-Line Entry into Graceland Mansion

  • Graceland Mansion Audio-Guided Tour with Orientation Film

  • Access to Elvis Presley's Airplanes for self-guided tour

  • Access to Elvis Presley’s Memphis Entertainment Complex which includes Automobile Exhibit

  • Access to Graceland Exclusive VIP Exhibit for self-guided tour

  • 1-Hour Guided Tour of Sun Studio where legends Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and Elvis got their start

  • Free time to visit Peabody Hotel

  • Free time to explore famous Beale Street in Downtown Memphis

  • Finish the day with a drive by the Mississippi River

  • Round-Trip Transportation aboard Air-Conditioned Coach Bus

  • Professional Driver/Guide

  • Entry/Admission - Graceland

  • Entry/Admission - Sun Studio

  • Lunch (own expense)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 15h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Gray Line Tours

About operator:

Gray Line Tennessee has been showing off Nashville since 1973! With over 20 tours to choose from including the Music City Trolley Hop, there is truly a tour for everyone! Whether you want to see the filming locations of the hit TV Show Nashville, go backstage at the Grand Ole Opry, or explore the outskirts of the city and see why so many stars call Nashville home, we have an experience for you!

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