🎄 Senior Group Escorted Tour: Nashville Country Christmas at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel

Experience a Nashville Country Christmas like no other on this inclusive vacation designed for senior group travel. Best of Times Travel invites you to a festive, escorted tour to the heart of Country Music, staying four nights at the spectacular Gaylord Opryland Hotel. This unforgettable journey offers an array of premium entertainment and guided tours, making it one of the best of times to visit Music City!

Trip Highlights & Featured Entertainment

Your trip is packed with bucket-list holiday experiences and legendary Country Music performances:

• Vince Gill/Amy Grant Christmas Concert: Feel the warmth of the season with the return of this beloved holiday tradition. Enjoy Christmas classics and emotional favorites performed live by the multi-award-winning duo, Vince Gill (18 CMA Awards, 22 GRAMMY® Awards) and Amy Grant (6 GRAMMY® Awards).

• Grand Ole Opry 100 Years Celebration: Take your seat for a special centennial event at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, celebrating its incredible 100-year history.

• Pomp, Snow & CIRQUEumstance Show: Be dazzled by the all-new, exclusive holiday dinner and show at the Opryland Hotel. This magical and musical cirque production features world-class acrobatics, costumes, and stagecraft—an absolute highlight of the holiday season! CLICK HERE for a Preview Video of this show!

• ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas™: Marvel at this signature holiday attraction, where more than two million pounds of ice are hand-carved into magnificent, colorful sculptures depicting favorite scenes from the classic TV special.

Exclusive Guided Tours & Festive Fun

This senior touring trip is an inclusive vacation offering a deep dive into Nashville’s culture and music heritage:

• Historic Backstage Tours: Go behind the scenes with guided tours of the Ryman Auditorium ("Mother Church of Country Music"), the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the legendary Historic Studio B.

• Gaylord Opryland Winter Wonderland: Stay at the famously decorated Gaylord Opryland Hotel, transformed by more than three million twinkling lights and festive decor, creating a truly magical holiday setting.

• General Jackson River Showboat: Enjoy a festive lunch cruise on the iconic showboat, complete with live onboard entertainment.

Don't miss out on this spectacular Nashville Country Christmas program—book your senior group travel with Best of Times Travel today!

Here's What's Included as part of your Best of Times Travel EXCLUSIVE Package:

• Roundtrip Airfare from Logan Airport

• Roundtrip Transportation to Logan Airport

• 4 Nights Lodging at the Premier Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN

• 9 Meals - 4 Dinners, 4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch 

• Gaylord Oprylands Exclusive Dinner Show featuring - Pomp, Snow & CIRQUEumstance

• Ticket & Show at the Ryman Auditorium Featuring - Vince Gill & Amy Grant

• Ticket & Show to the Grand Ole Opry Celebrating 100 YEARS!

• Backstage Tour of the Ryman & Grand Ole Opry

• Admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame

• Visit/Tour of Historic Studio B

• Guided Tour of Nashville

• NEW SURPRISE Christmas Tour

• General Jackson Showboat River Cruise

• Admission to ICE at Gaylord Opryland - Charlie Brown Christmas

• Best of Times Travel Tour Manager throughout trip

• Gratuities for New England Airport Transfers and Best of Times Travel Tour Director

• Optional Travelers Insurance by Chubb is offered - Click Here for Details on Chubb Travel Insurance Program 

* Best of Times Travel will notify you of the closest designated pick-up location to where you live approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip departure date with our hometown pick-up guarantee for groups within 30 Miles of Boston Logan Airport. Current departure locations include but are not limited to Acton MA, MIddleborough MA, East Bridgewater MA, Winthrop MA.

ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON AND ARE BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY.  IF YOU ARE A SOLO TRAVELER, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SELECT THE OPTION FOR SOLO TRAVELERS WHEN CHOOSING YOUR ROOM.  IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR TRIPLE OR QUAD OCCUPANCY PRICING PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE DIRECTLY.

Enjoy all of the amenities you have come to expect from a Luxury Hotel Property.  

Standard View Rooms - Our Standard View sleeping room at our hotel in Nashville features:   

Size: 350 square feet 

• King and Queen/Queen beds available with pillow top mattress and luxurious linens
• Lounge chair (King Room Only)
• Small refrigerator
• Work station with ample lighting
• 37-inch flat panel television
• Wired/wireless high-speed Internet access (for a fee)
• Cable and satellite television
• Two-line phones, speakerphone and voice mail
• In-room safe
• Movies/videos (for a fee)
• Coffee maker/tea service
• ADA compliant available

Atrium View Rooms -  Atrium View sleeping room overlook the lush indoor gardens. This room features:

Size: 350 square feet

• King and Queen/Queen beds available with pillow top mattress and luxurious linens
• Balcony, patio or bay window overlooking one of 3 atriums
• Lounge chair (King Room Only)
• Small refrigerator
• Work station with ample lighting
• 37-inch flat panel television
• Wired/wireless high-speed Internet access (for a fee)
• Cable and satellite television
• In-room safe
• Coffee maker/tea service
• ADA compliant available

For Full Details Regarding the Optional Chubb Travel Insurance Click Here.

Rates and itineraries shown here were in effect at the time of printing and no changes are anticipated; however, Best of Times Travel reserves the right to withdraw any tour or to make any rate changes, as necessary.  Prices are subject to change.  A deposit is always required to confirm a reservation. A Deposit of $800pp, plus insurance premium (if selected) is due upon registration to confirm your reservation.  Travel Insurance: We recommend your purchase of optional travel insurance.  This optional travel insurance is per person and the premium is based on the overall trip cost.  Travelers MUST purchase the plan at the time of initial deposit.  Coverage will not be in place unless your full Deposit is received.   Cancellation schedule and fees are in place regardless of cancellation reason (including, but not limited to, force majeure, health pandemics or government restrictions).  Travel Insurance Premium is also Non-Refundable regardless of cancellation reason.   Payment in full must be received by September 12th, 2025 or this may result in an automatic cancellation.   Please note:  All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel via email to cancellations@bestoftimestravel.com or via traditional mail.  The date of cancellation is deemed to be the date received by Best of Times Travel.  Cancellation Charges for this programs are as follows:  Cancellations from date of booking until 7/11/2025 have no cancellation fee.   Cancellations from 7/12/2025 until 9/12/2025 will be assessed a cancellation fee of $600 per person. Cancellations from 9/13/25 until 10/10/2025 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 50% of the total fare.  Cancellations from 10/11/25 until 11/7/2025 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare. Cancellations after 11/7/2025 will receive no refund, 100% of the total fare.  Best of Times Travel is not responsible for any refunds over and above said amount.  Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or in part, in the form of future travel credit.

 *Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver has the following stipulations: plan must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment, insured must be medically able to travel at time of purchasing the plan, all pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs need to be insured.  This information is a brief description of the features of this insurance program. Coverage & pricing may vary by state. The provision of this document is for informational purposes only and is not an insurance contract. Coverage is being marketed by Chubb Insurance Solutions Agency, Inc. located at 202 Halls Mills Road, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889. Insurance benefits are underwritten by ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company located at 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106. 

Please note: A valid government issued photo ID such as a Passport, Passport Card, or valid Real ID drivers license is required for this trip, and must be valid for 90 days AFTER the date this trip returns.  *BEFORE BOOKING, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU PROVIDE YOUR LEGAL NAME AND DATE OF BIRTH AS THEY APPEAR ON YOUR PHOTO ID.  Errors in passenger information can result in your being denied boarding privileges. 

We depart from Boston, MA this morning and head for “The Music Capital of the U.S.” Nashville, TN.  Welcome to your luxurious home for the next 4 nights the opulent Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Resort.  The Opryland hotel offers guests an unforgettable getaway with all the excitement and energy of Music City under one spectacular roof and is a destination like none other.  The hotel features an extraordinary selection of dining, shopping, recreational activities and entertainment, there’s never a shortage of things to do at the resort. Relax at the Relâche Spa & Salon, make a splash in the indoor or outdoor pool, or explore the nine acres of lush, indoor gardens and cascading waterfalls with the included Delta Flat Boat Ride.  Comfort and luxury awaits you.  Please note Atirum view rooms overlook the lush indoor gardens, and have a Balcony, patio or bay window. Decked out with more than 3 million lights inside and out the hotel is transformed into a holiday winter wonderland.  You will be mezmorized by the transformation of this incredible resort.  Upon our arrival enjoy a riding city tour to experience the wonderful sights of the Nashville such as the State Capitol, Centenial Park, BiCentenial Park, Lower Broadway, Music Row, and of course the Parthenon - a full scale replica of the Athenian original!  After our afternoon arrival at the resort, relax, explore the property, and enjoy your included evening dinner. (D) 

Enjoy a fabulous Full Breakfast at the resort.  We then head out to visit the cultural epicenter of the music city, Ryman Auditorium.  Most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 - 1974, its history as Nashville’s premiere theater and central gathering place started even before construction was complete in 1892.  Enjoy time for some shopping and lunch on our own on lower broadway, otherwise known as honky-tonk row.  This evening we head out for Nashville’s Newest Dining and Entertainment destination - Luke Combs Category 10 originally known as the famous Wildhorse Saloon.  More than 1.5 million music lovers stampede through their doors annually to catch the hottest in live entertainment, learn the newest dance steps and dine on their award-winning Southern cuisine.  After dinner we’ll take in the Nighttime performance of Vince Gill & Amy Grant from our reserved seats at the Ryman Auditorium.  Enjoy the show from the Mother Church of Country Music!  (B, D) 

Enjoy a fabulous Full Breakfast at the resort. We then head out for a wonderful backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry.  Kick things off with Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood in the immersive theater experience, then hang out backstage, get insider stories, see where the show is broadcast on Circle TV and WSM Radio, and get your picture taken on stage!   We then head over to the river to experience the one and only General Jackson Showboat Cruise.  While “rollin’ down the river,” you’ll enjoy stunning views, a delicious meal freshly prepared, and toe-tapping entertainment in a two-story Victorian Theater in the center of the boat. One of the largest showboats ever built, the grand General Jackson is an elegant triumph of American ingenuity.  Tonight we will enjoy dinner at the resort before we head over to the Opryhouse for the Nighttime performance from reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry.  (B, L, D)

Enjoy a Full Breakfast at the resort.  Today is your day to enjoy the fun and activities at Gaylord Opryland Resort to it’s full extent.  Included in our package is the Delta Flat Boat ride that takes you on a journey through the Delta River Section of the hotel.  Don’t miss out on one of the unique highlights included in our trip...ICE!  Be graced by the world’s largest nativity display and a walk-through winter wonderland kept at a chilly 9 degrees, is carved out of TWO MILLION pounds of ice.  Each year ICE depicts one of the season favorite Christmas stories Hand-carved by 40 artisans from Harbin, China with  four two-story tall ice slides, and the Full Nativity is stunning crystal clear ice.  Truly a sight to be seen.  Maybe iceskating or ice tubing is up your alley.  Perhaps take time to enjoy Soundwaves, the upscale indoor water attraction fusing music and water to create an exclusive modern oasis.  Of course just walking around the property to see the hundred of decorated Christmas trees is an experience in itself.  This evening is one of the major highlights of our trip, your dinner and show at Gaylord Opryland Resort featuring Pomp, Snow & CIRQUEumstance.  (B, D)  

Enjoy a fabulous Full Breakfast at the resort.  We then head for the Country Music Hall of Fame to be explored at your own pace. Included in our package is a visit to Historic RCA Studio B, for an up close look at Nashville’s oldest remaining record studio.  Enjoy lunch on your own at the Hall of Fame or take an easy stroll over to Honky Tonk Row for food, beverage, shopping and so much more with your free time.  We then depart for home with incredible memories of a wonderful trip together! (B)  ****Touring schedule/order is subject to adjustment as may be necessary.  Entertainers and order of show appearance are subject to change due to circumstance beyond our control****