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Memphis Daytrip: Graceland VIP and Sun Studio Tour
4.7
358 Ratings
Nashville
Experience the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll and the capital of Blues on a day trip to Memphis. Visit Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley, and explore Sun Studios, where legends like Johnny Cash and Elvis got their start. Don’t miss the famous Peabody ducks and vibrant Beale Street!
Duration:
15 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Gray Line Tours - Travel from Nashville, aka Music City, to the Mississippi and experience legendary Memphis on this full-day tour, starting with hotel pickup in the early morning.
- Graceland - After the 4-hour journey, celebrate the history of rock ‘n’ roll with a visit to Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland. Use your VIP-access pass (complete with a souvenir lanyard) to visit the burial site of ‘the King,’ walk through the Elvis car museum, and see two deluxe airplanes used for tours and traveling.
Take time for lunch on your own at Graceland (own expense) before re-boarding the coach.
- Sun Studio - Next, head to Sam Phillips’ famed Sun Studios, located in the heart of downtown Memphis. Take a 1-hour guided tour to see what the recording process was like. Hear tales of how legends like Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the King himself got their start here.
- The Peabody Ducks - Afterward, see the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet from their fountain to the elevator as they head to bed at the lavish Peabody Hotel and learn how this unusual tradition was started.
- Beale Street - Then spend about an hour on your own to explore Beale Street, famous for its blues and barbecue, or take a short stroll to the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum (admission is your own expense). Depart this lively downtown scene for the return to Nashville, with drop-off at your hotel after dark.
What's Included
- Self-guided tours of Elvis Presley’s airplanes and Graceland Exclusive VIP Exhibit
- Guided tour of Sun Studio featuring legends like Johnny Cash and Elvis
- VIP access and skip-the-line entry to Graceland Mansion, including an audio-guided tour with an orientation film
- Comfortable round-trip transportation on an air-conditioned coach bus
- Nashville to Memphis guided sightseeing day trip
- Experienced professional driver/guide accompanying the tour
- Opportunity for free time at the historic Peabody Hotel
- Chance to explore the famous Beale Street at your own pace
- Visit the Elvis Presley’s Memphis Entertainment Complex and its Automobile Exhibit
What's Not Included
- Lunch (own expense)
Additional Information
Situated on the powerful Mississippi River, Memphis is the cradle of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the hub of Blues music and renowned for its top-notch barbecue.
GRACELAND
Join the 60th anniversary celebration of Rock ‘n’ Roll with a trip to the residence of Elvis Presley, Graceland. You’ll witness the final resting place of the Rock ‘n’ Roll royalty, explore the Elvis car exhibition, and view two luxurious airplanes that facilitated his tours and travels. You’ll also have the opportunity to have lunch at Graceland, enhancing your experience at this globally celebrated location.
SUN STUDIOS
Following that, delve into the accidental roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll at the prestigious Sun Studios located within Memphis. Embark on a guided tour and listen to the tales of numerous legends who commenced their journey here, such as Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley. Spend some free time watching the iconic Peabody ducks parade along the red carpet at the extravagant Peabody Hotel. Additionally, consider visiting Beale Street.
- Wheelchair accessible coaches available; please contact tour operator 48 hours before scheduled departure
- Minimum number of 12 apply to run tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- MULTI-LINGUAL AUDIO GUIDES: Optional Audio Guides are provided for the Graceland portion of the tour ONLY. The Graceland Mansion Tour offers tours in the following languages: English, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and French.
Location
108 1st Ave S
1st Avenue South
Tours depart from: Gray Line Ticket Booth at the Riverfront Train Station, 108 1st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201 (off 1st Ave S, across from Acme Feed & Seed). Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(358 Ratings)
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Lisa_m
Jul 25, 2024
Trip to remember from Nashville to Memphis and back excellent!! - Graceland was amazing!! We did the VIP tour so we didn't have to wait in any lines which was great!! The only tip I can give is on the website they say no backpacks so we didn't bringing anything but you can and leave it on the bus, thankfully the bus made stops so we were able to pick up snacks .. The Gray line tour bus itself was very informative, we did feel maybe the tour could be a little longer, towards the end we felt a little rushed but I understand it was a long day, we had to get back to Nashville!!
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Amie_s
Jul 23, 2024
Graceland was incredible - This is an excellent, stress free way to experience Graceland, with the added extras of sun studio and Beale street. Journey was spot on time wise and the coach was comfortable. My only comment would be that I think we could have done with some peace and quiet on the journey back instead of showing us the Elvis documentary- which the screen was only part reliable for anyway. Driver was awesome! Super pro.
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Uncleremus_7
Jul 18, 2024
Graceland VIP tour - Did the 1 day VIP tour from Nashville.was a long day but well worth it.Skipped 2 very long lines with the vip tour,and really enjoyed graceland and the museums as well.would defintely recommend
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Psu7974hs
Jul 16, 2024
Fun day in Memphis/ Graceland - Well organized day by our guide . 4 hours at Graceland , sun studios and Beale St.
Made it a stress free day delivering is to ea h stop. If your in Nashville and don't have a car , this is the best way to do it. And you wouldn't save much money renting a car and paying admissions and parking everywhere either plus no driving home when your tired. Sun studios a little underwhelming but good to see .
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Daniel_s
Jul 14, 2024
Nashville to Memphis and back. - We really enjoyed Sun Studio. Hearing the history of artists and albums recorded there was impressive. Graceland was pleasant as well.
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Melanie_g
Jul 14, 2024
Worth it! - Very well organized tour. The day might have been long, but it certainly didn’t feel like it. Was able to see everything - Full access at Graceland, Sun Studios, the duck walk at the Peabody hotel and some Memphis bbq at Beale St. Great day!
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Gavin_y
Jul 8, 2024
Awesome experience - Did the coach trip from Nashville with Grayline. Graceland tour was a great experience. Thoroughly enjoyed seeing where Elvis lived and all his memorabilia.
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Lindamaryann_m
Jul 7, 2024
Graceland - Had a lovely day,our driver Frank was really helpful and informative.
Everything went so smoothly
Our only disappointment was Beale street, we felt it it was a waste of time for just to eat, we could have done without it, especially as we stopped later for a comfort break where there was a lot of choice for food, we would have got back to Nashville 2 hours earlier
Otherwise it was a very good day.
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Lauren_c
Jul 7, 2024
Tour was nice but very exhausting - Our Driver Frank Dirr was incredible, very sweet, accommodating and knowledgeable. The tour was very nice but a very long day-make sure to bring comfortable shoes and don’t eat at the Diner or Silky’s Pub food was awful cafeteria style, very disappointing.
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Sabrina_l
Jun 30, 2024
Go witness incredible American history and culture - Amazing to see such memorable parts of American history. Especially love to see all of Elvis’s cars in his collection as well as the costumes for his shows. Amazing. Worth the trip!!!
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