Memphis,
Tennessee
Home of the Blues & Birthplace of Rock and Roll — Two Days & One Night
Rock and roll was born here.
The blues never left. Come feel it.
Imagine walking into Sun Studio — the most famous recording studio in the world — and standing on the exact spot where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Roy Orbison changed music forever. Your expert tour director already knows the best time to visit Graceland before the crowds arrive, which table on Beale Street has the best live band, and where the most legendary plate of Memphis BBQ is served.
Memphis is one of America's most soulful and culturally significant cities — the birthplace of blues, rock and roll, and soul music, home to Graceland and the Elvis legacy, and the source of some of the most iconic barbecue in the world. But knowing how to navigate all of it, what to prioritize, and how to avoid the tourist traps requires the kind of local knowledge most visitors simply don't have.
On this weekend tour, we handle every detail. Your hotel puts you in the heart of downtown Memphis. Your meals are arranged. Your guide knows this city's musical soul the way only a true devotee can. All you have to do is show up Saturday morning and let the home of the blues get under your skin.
Graceland & The Elvis Experience
The most visited private home in America after the White House — Elvis Presley's Graceland estate, with the Jungle Room, Trophy Building, and the Meditation Garden where the King is buried.
Sun Studio
The most famous recording studio in the world — where Elvis cut his first record in 1953 and Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Roy Orbison all recorded their greatest hits. A genuine pilgrimage site.
Beale Street
Memphis's legendary entertainment district — three blocks of live blues, soul, and rock clubs that have been the heartbeat of American music since the late 1800s.
World Famous Memphis BBQ
Memphis is one of the four great American BBQ cities — dry rub ribs, pulled pork, and smoked everything, served at legendary joints that have been smoking meat for generations.
Two Days in the Home of the Blues
Here's what awaits you — though Memphis has a way of getting deeper into your soul than you expect.
Welcome to Memphis — Board the Coach
Depart Knoxville at 9AM — approximately 6 hours west on I-40. Guests arrive mid-afternoon, ready for a full day and evening in one of America's most soulful cities. Your tour director sets the musical scene as Memphis comes into view.
Graceland — Elvis Presley's Home
The most visited private home in America after the White House — Elvis Presley's Graceland estate is a genuine American pilgrimage site. The mansion tour takes guests through the Jungle Room, the Trophy Building with its staggering collection of gold records and awards, and the Meditation Garden where Elvis and his family are buried. The Elvis Experience museum across the street features his custom cars, jets, and stage costumes.
Sun Studio
The most famous recording studio in the world — a small, unassuming building on Union Avenue where everything changed. Elvis cut his first record here in 1953. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Roy Orbison all recorded here. The guided tour includes the original recording equipment, vintage microphones, and stories that make the hair stand up on your arms. You can stand at the exact microphone Elvis used.
Memphis BBQ Dinner
Memphis is one of the four great American BBQ cities. Rendezvous (dry rub ribs in a downtown alley since 1948), Central BBQ, and Corky's are the legendary institutions. A required meal in any Memphis visit — your tour director will have a recommendation based on group size and availability.
Beale Street — Blues & Live Music
Memphis's legendary entertainment district — three blocks of live blues, soul, and rock clubs that have been the heartbeat of American music since the late 1800s. B.B. King's Blues Club, Blues City Café, and Silky O'Sullivan's are the anchors. Cover charges are modest and the music is world class. This is what Memphis sounds like.
Hotel TBD — Downtown Memphis
Everything You Need,
Already Taken Care Of.
This is the part where most travel gets stressful. Not here. Here's exactly what's waiting for you — and what's yours to enjoy on your own.
What's Included
- ✓Round-trip motorcoach from Knoxville
- ✓1 night hotel — Downtown Memphis
- ✓1 breakfast (hotel)
- ✓1 BBQ dinner (group)
- ✓Graceland mansion tour admission
- ✓Sun Studio guided tour
- ✓National Civil Rights Museum admission
- ✓Expert tour director full trip
- ✓Luggage handling at hotel
Not Included
- ✗Personal shopping and souvenirs
- ✗Sunday lunch (free choice waterfront)
- ✗Elvis Experience museum (optional upgrade at Graceland)
- ✗Beale Street cover charges
- ✗Alcoholic beverages
- ✗Gratuities for director and driver
- ✗Travel insurance (available on request)
- ✗Peabody Duck March viewing (free but timed — 11AM and 5PM daily)
ℹ️ Tour Disclosures
(1) Itinerary subject to change: All stops, schedules, and inclusions listed are planned itinerary details and are subject to change without notice due to weather, traffic, attraction availability, or other circumstances beyond our control. Elite Coach & Tours reserves the right to modify or substitute any portion of this itinerary to ensure guest safety and experience quality.
(2) Minimum travelers required: This tour requires a minimum number of enrolled travelers to operate. If minimum enrollment is not met, the departure may be cancelled or rescheduled. Guests will be notified as early as possible and offered a full refund or transfer to an alternative departure date.
(3) Pricing: All pricing is per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise stated. Single, triple, and quad occupancy rates are available — contact us for current pricing. A 3.15% card convenience processing fee applies to all card transactions.
(4) Travel protection: We strongly recommend all guests purchase travel protection insurance at the time of booking. Elite Coach & Tours is not responsible for costs incurred due to trip cancellation, interruption, medical emergencies, or lost or damaged luggage.
Not just a trip.
A story you'll be telling for years.
Standing at the microphone Elvis used to record his first song. Feeling the bass from a live blues band on Beale Street vibrate through the pavement. Standing at the balcony of the Lorraine Motel and understanding American history in a way no textbook ever captured. Memphis doesn't just entertain you — it moves you, deeply, in ways you don't fully expect.
See What's Waiting For You
"I'm a lifelong Elvis fan and visiting Graceland was on my bucket list for thirty years. This tour finally made it happen — and it was even more emotional than I imagined. Sun Studio was the real surprise though. Standing at that microphone where it all started gave me chills I still feel thinking about it. Memphis exceeded every expectation. Already looking at the Nashville tour next."
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