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Nashville Country Christmas

Experience the heart and soul of Music City with a trip to Nashville! Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, live music, and delicious cuisine that make this historic city a must-visit destination.

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November 24-30, 2024

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Dust off your cowboy boots and let’s head down to the Home of Country Music – Nashville, Tennessee!

There is no better place to escape the beginning of a Canadian Winter than at the Gaylord, Opryland; the resort temperature is just over 22 degrees Celsius all year long. This 5 Star Resort leaves little to be desired with a 4-acre indoor/outdoor water attraction, Gaylord Relâche Spa relaxation lounge and fitness center, 9 acres of indoor garden atriums, an array of dining options and more! To top it off, it’s only a stones throw from the famous Grand Ole Opry. This is a one-of-a-kind resort experience that you won’t want to miss!

What's Included:

6 Nights of Hotel Accommodations including a 4-night stay at the Gaylord Opryland Resort
Enjoy a live show at the Grand Ole Opry (Tier 2 Ticket)
8 Meals (6 x Breakfasts, the Gaylord’s Christmas Dinner Show + lunch on the General Jackson Showboat)
Guided Tour of the Gaylord Opryland
Free time in downtown Nashville
Admission to the ICE Sculptures at the Gaylord Event Center
Delta River Flatboat – Venice Gondola-style experience
Tour of Nashville hosted by Southern Escape Tours
Full services of a professional McCoy Getaways Tour Director
Round trip transportation of a McCoy Deluxe Motorcoach

Optional Tour Add-On - $57 Tax Included:

Admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Private Guided Tour of RCA Studio B (Highly Recommended by Previous Passengers)

Package Cost:

This getaway includes 6 nights of hotel accommodations including a 4-night stay at The Gaylord Opryland in Nashville. The prices shown below are the all-in prices (per person) for the entire tour package including the transportation, accommodations, meals, and excursions.

Room Occupancy	Rate (Per Person - Tax Included)
Single	$2709
Double	$2099
Triple	$1990
Quad	$1910

Departure Locations & Times:

We have three convenient locations available to board the bus during this getaway. Please make sure to arrive at your pick up location roughly 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Location	Depart	Return
Kingston - McCoy Getaways Office	7:00 am	5:30 pm
Napanee - Flying J Travel Centre	7:30 am	5:00 pm
Belleville - Quinte Mall	8:00 am	4:30 pm

An Unforgettable Stay at the Gaylord Opryland:

Situated in the heart of Nashville, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center welcomes guests to a stunning resort experience. From SoundWaves, the city’s premier aquatic attraction, to an exciting lineup of activities and entertainment, there’s something for the entire family to enjoy. Guests at our Opryland hotel suites can explore nine acres of airy indoor garden atriums, award-winning restaurants and bars, the world-class Relâche Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Information About Included Excursions:

To help you make the most of your time in Pigeon Forge and Nashville, this tour includes several attractions you have to see when visiting Tennessee. Please browse below for more information about each of the excursions included in this tour.

Grand Ole Opry Show:

Experience the world's longest running live radio show, The Grand Ole Opry! What began as a simple radio broadcast in 1925 is today an entertainment phenomenon showcasing a mix of country music greats- new stars, superstars, and legends. Performers TBD.

Tour of Nashville with Local Guide:

Our group will be joined by a knowledgeable, friendly, and entertaining local guide from Southern Escape Tours to show us around Music City. This tour will take you through the heart of our downtown area and past many of our historic buildings, including the including the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie’s world-famous Orchid Lounge, Honky Tonk Highway, Tennessee’s State Capitol, Bicentennial Mall State Park, Music Row, Vanderbilt University, and much more!

RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame:

Begin on Nashville's famed Music Row with a tour of Historic RCA Studio B, Nashville's oldest remaining recording studio. Following the guided tour, groups will gather around the legendary microphone for a recording session with a professional sound engineer. Then it's off to the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum to complete your tour experience. And everyone will receive a copy of their RCA Studio B recording.

ICE Sculptures Exhibit:

Embark on a magical journey through larger-than-life, immersive scenes from the iconic classic ‘‘The Polar Express" carved from over two million pounds of ice. In the one-of-a-kind holiday experience ICE! Over 40 world-renowned master artisans spend over 6-weeks hand-carving approximately 6,000 blocks of ice to create this one-of-a-kind Christmas attraction. Enjoy 9 immersive scenes throughout this 17,000 square-foot experience.

Delta River Flatboat:

Enjoy a gentle cruise on a Delta Riverboat and travel down a scenic river as you wind through the 4.5-acre indoor garden. Admire the Delta Atrium's natural beauty as our guide shares facts about the plants and fish and answer questions about our Nashville resort's many activities.

General Jackson Showboat Cruise:

If you are looking for a Taste of Tennessee, look no further than the world-famous General Jackson Showboat. Spend an afternoon onboard where you can sample the many styles of music that made Tennessee famous. You'll enjoy a glorious daytime cruise with lunch included on the General Jackson Showboat, as we celebrate and salute the music of world-famous TENNESSEE LEGENDS. Listen to some of Nashville’s finest musicians and singers sharing the stories and songs from the pride of Tennessee.

Note: This is an active tour with busy days and as such may not be suitable for those with mobility constraints.

DAY 1

We'll begin the day with a 7:00am departure from Kingston, making stops along the way in Napanee and Belleville to pick up the other passengers travelling in our group. Once everyone is on board, we will begin our adventure to Nashville, TN! There will be comfort stops along the way including the Duty Free.

We will be stopping for a quick lunch on our own before arriving in Findlay, Ohio around 5:30pm. Once we arrive at The Drury Inn, please join us for the included reception dinner and drinks until 7:00pm at the hotel. There are restaurants close by if you would like to have dinner on your own.

DAY 2

Breakfast is included at the hotel this morning. We will depart Findlay, OH at 8:00am and make our way to the Gaylord Opryland Resort. There will be comfort stops along the way including lunch on your own.

After arriving at our hotel, we will meet up with our Gaylord Opryland tour guide. They will show us around this 3.3 million square foot resort and point out some key highlights. This will help us get around the hotel for the next four days. Once the tour is over, the rest of the evening is yours to discover the many attractions that the Gaylord has to offer! The resort provides endless amenities including a unique shopping experience with specialty stores, indoor pools and a holiday nativity scene.

Dinner is on your own tonight; The Gaylord offers 12 restaurants on their property. Some of these food options include Ravello (Italian), Old Hickory Steakhouse, Fuse Sports Bar and more!

The rest of the evening is yours to relax and get acquainted with your new home for the next four nights.

DAY 3

The included breakfast buffet will be served in the ballroom this morning.

If you would like to join us on a tour of Nashville, we will be leaving the resort at 9:00am and spending the day getting to know America's Music City. This 3-hour tour will take us through the heart of Nashville's downtown area and past many of the historic buildings, including the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie's world-famous Orchid Lounge, Honky Tonk Highway, Tennessee's State Capitol, Bicentennial Mall State Park, Music Row, Vanderbilt University, and much more!

Once our guided tour is over at 12:00pm, our motorcoach will drop us off downtown. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the city and enjoy lunch on our own. At 3:30pm, we will board our motorcoach and head back to our resort to relax and have dinner on your own.

Tonight at 6:00pm, we will make our way to the Grand Ole Opry!

Spend the evening at the world-famous home of country music listening to some of the most talented country artists in the world. Once the show is over, we will head back to the Gaylord; the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

DAY 4

Our breakfast buffet is included this morning at our hotel.

At 11:30am you will have the option to join us as we head downtown for the afternoon or stay at the resort for the day. We will spend some free time on Honky Tonk Row and then head to The Country Music Hall of Fame and RCA Studio B.

Just before 2:00pm, we are off to the Country Music Hall of Fame for our self guided tour. The museum is home to country music stars' records, worn outfits, memorabilia and more. After the museum, it's time to drive to Historic RCA Studio B for our private guided tour. Since the studio opened its doors in 1957, iconic country artists such as Elvis Presley and Dolly Parton recorded here.

We will be heading back to the hotel late afternoon. At the resort, you will also experience the Delta riverboat and the ICE sculptures (time TBD).

Dinner will be on your own tonight.

DAY 5 - THANKSGIVING

After our included breakfast buffet this morning at The Gaylord, we will have some free time at the resort before our included lunch cruise.

One of the largest showboats ever built, the grand General Jackson is an elegant triumph of American Ingenuity. While "rollin' down the river," you'll enjoy stunning views, a delicious meal freshly prepared by their chefs and toe-tapping entertainment in their two-story Victorian Theater.

Later this afternoon we will make our way back to The Gaylord for some free time before our included dinner this evening at 6:00pm in the ballroom. You will enjoy a three-course dinner prepared by the resort's award-winning chefs, followed by live entertainment by Darryl Worley and friends. The Christmas Dinner Show is a must see while staying at the Gaylord!

Once the show is over, the rest of the night is yours to relax.

B, L, D

DAY 6

The breakfast buffet is included this morning and will be served in the Ballroom before we check out at 8:30am.

We will make our way to Findlay, Ohio with comfort stops along the way. Once we arrive at the hotel around 5:30pm, we will check into the Hampton Inn and have dinner on our own. There are some restaurants close to your hotel including the Cracker Barrel, Wendy's, a sports bar, Waffle House, Denny's and more!

DAY 7

Breakfast this morning is included at the hotel. We will check out of our hotel at 8:00am and head home. There will be stops along the way including lunch on your own and some last-minute shopping at the Duty Free.

We can't wait to get away with you again soon!

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, W=Welcome Reception

Notes:

A deposit of $200 is required at the time of booking.
Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
Refunds are not available within 60 days of travel.
Regular stops will be made for comfort breaks and meals.
Proper Identification is required to enter the U.S.A. - Passport.
For the comfort of fellow passengers, kindly refrain from using scented products and perfumes.
If you have any food allergies we should be aware, please let us know during the time of booking.
Tipping for driver and escort is voluntary depending on the quality of service.

Insurance:

McCoy Getaways strongly recommends purchasing Cancellation & Emergency Medical Insurance for multi-day or out of country tours. Manulife Insurance is available through McCoy Getaways.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Times
Belleville	Quinte Mall	Failed View
Kingston (Overnight Trip)	McCoy Getaways Office - 566 Cataraqui Woods Drive Gravel lot, east side of the building.	Failed View
Napanee	Flying J Travel Centre Northeast corner of the parking lot	Failed View