Beyond the Map Travel & Tours

Nashville & the Great Smoky Mountains Holiday

Nov 27 - Dec 4, 2027

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Linda Kobza

Beyond the Map Travel & Tours

Overview


Celebrate the holiday season where country music, mountain beauty and Southern charm come together! Nashville & the Smoky Mountains Holiday is an unforgettable journey through some of the South’s most beloved destinations, each transformed by the magic of Christmas.

We’ll begin in Nashville, surrounded by the dazzling lights and decorations of the Gaylord Opryland Resort and the unmistakable sounds of Music City. The journey continues to Gatlinburg and the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains, where we’ll experience the spectacular lights, festive shows and holiday cheer of a Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood. Our final stop brings us to Asheville, where the magnificent Biltmore Estate will be dressed in its Christmas best with towering trees, glowing lights and lavish holiday décor.

Along the way, experiences such as the Grand Ole Opry, RCA Studio B, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Great Smoky Mountains National Park make this so much more than an ordinary holiday getaway. It’s the perfect blend of music, scenery, iconic attractions and Christmas magic—all wrapped into one incredible trip.

This tour is being planned for November/December 2027 and is not yet open for booking. Complete the interest form to receive the full itinerary, pricing and booking details before the trip is announced to the public. There is no obligation to book—signing up simply gives you early access.

Trip Details


Tour overview

Take in the sights and sounds of the holidays in Nashville, Gatlinburg and Asheville. Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Tour historic RCA Studio B and see where country legends recorded hit songs. Experience a magical holida...

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Day 1 · Sat, Nov 27 · Day 1 - Nashville


Flight from Home to Nashville

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Gaylord Opryland Resort stay

2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, Tennessee 37214, United States of America

Accommodation: Gaylord Opryland Resort. Step back in time on a holiday getaway that opens in the “Music Capital of the World” – Nashville – and the glorious Gaylord Opryland Resort. This impressive property is a year-round wonderland, but during t...

Day 2 · Sun, Nov 28 · Day 2 - Nashville


Nashville sightseeing tour

A local guide will share the history and lore of Music City during a sightseeing tour where you will view the State Capitol, Music Row, and the Parthenon — a full replica of the Athenian original!

Welcome dinner in Nashville

Gather for a welcome dinner in Nashville.

Grand Ole Opry evening show

*Later this evening, take your reserved seat at the renowned Grand Ole Opry. What began as a building where a local radio broadcast show aired once a week in 1925 has grown to become an entertainment complex that attracts music fans from all over ...

Day 3 · Mon, Nov 29 · Day 3 - Nashville


RCA Studio B tour

Overview Today, a tour of RCA Studio B gives you an insider’s look at Nashville’s oldest remaining recording studio, where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Charlie Pride once recorded some of their classic hits. Learn how each artist recorded their...

Country Music Hall of Fame visit

Explore the Country Music Hall of Fame, the largest museum of popular music in the world. The museum's vast collections of memorabilia, costumes, recordings and instruments are artfully presented in cutting-edge exhibits relaying the vibrant histo...

Holiday dinner and show at Gaylord Opryland Resort

This evening, gather for a spectacular dinner and holiday show at the Gaylord Opryland Resort.

Your Choice of Nashville Activities

Choose one of these activities.

  • Horse-drawn carriage ride (choice)

    Included

    Nov 29, 2027

    Embark on a cozy horse-drawn carriage ride around the Gaylord Opryland Resort.

  • Delta River indoor river cruise (choice)

    Included

    Nov 29, 2027

    Take in your resort’s amazing lights and holiday décor on a relaxing indoor river cruise.

Day 4 · Tue, Nov 30 · Gatlinburg


Nashville to Gatlinburg transfer

Meals: Breakfast. This morning, travel east from Nashville to Gatlinburg, a lively mountain resort that serves as the gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your home for a 2-night stay.

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg stay

635 River Road, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738, United States of America

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg. Enjoy a 2-night stay in Gatlinburg, a lively mountain resort and gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which will be your home for this portion of the trip. Additional details Location The hot...

Smoky Mountains Christmas at Dollywood

Smoky Mountains Christmas at Dollywood Enjoy Smoky Mountains Christmas at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. Spectacular light displays and a lineup of shows celebrating the spirit of the holiday season make this a night to remember.

Day 5 · Wed, Dec 1 · Great Smoky Mountains National Park


Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg stay

635 River Road, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738, United States of America

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Additional details Location The hotel is conveniently located on River Road at the base of the Smoky Mountains. It offers the perfect base from which to explore the nature in t...

Guided tour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

With a local guide, explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park (UNESCO), the United States’ most visited national park. The park contains one of the most diverse ecosystems on earth and the largest deciduous forest in the eastern United States. S...

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery visit

Later, return to Gatlinburg for a visit to the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery. Sample a variety of moonshine flavors — once an illicit Appalachian tradition, now a celebrated craft.

Included dinner in Gatlinburg

This evening, dinner is included at a local restaurant.

Day 6 · Thu, Dec 2 · Asheville


Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville stay

15 Page Avenue, Asheville, North Carolina 28801, United States of America

Accommodation: Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville. Meals: Breakfast. Additional details Location This hotel is located in Asheville. Facilities The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. A baggage storage service, a ...

Gatlinburg to Asheville transfer

Say goodbye to the Smokies and set your sights on Asheville, North Carolina, a city that sparkles during the holiday season. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore a city known for craft breweries, chocolate, and farm-to-table cuisine.

Optional Asheville tasting tour

Overview This evening, you may choose to join an optional tasting tour that introduces you to Asheville’s food scene, sampling local specialties and meeting the makers behind them.

Day 7 · Fri, Dec 3 · Asheville


Biltmore Estate tour

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Back in 1895, George Vanderbilt II decided to build himself a “little mountain escape” in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The result was the impressive and decadent grandeur of the Biltmore Estate. Step into a...

Farewell Dinner in Asheville

Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8 · Sat, Dec 4 · Charlotte


Tour conclusion and breakfast

Meals: Breakfast. Your tour concludes in Asheville.

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Drive from Asheville to Charlotte

Proceed to Charlotte, about a 2-hour drive, for your flight home.

Flight home from Charlotte

Fly home from Charlotte. As you venture home, take the holiday spirit and the warmth of America’s Southeast with you.