Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel.  There is so much to see and do!  Visit the historic Studio B recording studios, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, ICE!, the General Jackson Showboat and so much more!

· The cancellation date for this tour is October 9, 2024, which is the last day to cancel and receive a refund from Capitol Tours. Travel Insurance is available upon request to help protect your investment, subject to eligibility criteria.

· All times listed on the itinerary are approximate. 

· Capitol Tours reserves the right to alter this itinerary if we deem it necessary for the successful completion of this tour.

· Capitol Tours makes every effort to secure reservations for the attractions we show listed, however we cannot guarantee all reservations. In the event a reservation is denied, we will work on your behalf to secure an alternative.

· In response to COVID-19, there may be limitations, restrictions or additional requirements at attractions, hotels, restaurants, etc. As information becomes available that may impact your tour, we will work to pass along information provided to us. We encourage you to be diligent to be prepared for your tour and remain flexible as requirements may change rapidly or without notice.

· Bring your mask. It may be expected at venues.

· You are responsible for your health. Capitol Tours does not warrant nor guarantee protection from any communicable disease including, but not limited to COVID-19. We ask that anyone exposed to or exhibiting symptoms of illness within 14 days from the beginning of your tour to stay at home. If you become ill during your tour, we require that you be isolated from the group. Capitol Tours is not responsible for any costs associated with quarantine requirements or transportation home.

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Tuesday, December 3

7:00am Gather with your fellow travelers at Capitol Tours office in West Columbia to prepare for departure to Nashville, TN at 7:30am. There will be a stop along the way for lunch on your own. We change to Central Time between Knoxville and Nashville, TN.

4:00pm Estimated arrival at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel. It’s a quick stop to unload the bags and continue to an early dinner.

4:30pm Dinner tonight is at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen for some good southern cooking.

6:15pm After dinner the driver will take you across the way to the Grand Ole Opry for tonight’s show starting at 7:00pm.

9:15pm At the conclusion of the show, return to the motorcoach and take the short drive to the hotel. 

Wednesday, December 4 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

The morning is free to explore the hotel and decorations at your leisure, including a 

ride on Delta Boats inside the hotel.

11:30am Time for a fantastic show and lunch on the General Jackson Showboat

3:00pm After the cruise the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Dinner is on your own this evening.

7:00pm This evening we continue with the Christmas spirit as we visit Cheekwood Mansion and Holiday Lights. This is mostly an outdoor event except when taking a self-guided tour of the mansion. Please dress according to the weather and be prepared for considerable walking (approximately one mile). 

10:00pm Return to the hotel for the evening.

Thursday, December 5 – Breakfast is included at the hotel

8:00am Depart from the hotel and travel to the RCA Studio B for a guided tour at 8:30am. Hear the stories of some of the great artists that have recorded music here.

10:00am Continue to the Country Music Hall of Fame for a self-guided tour. Lunch is on your own.

1:00pm Time to return to the hotel to have some free time to visit ICE! At 2pm. ICE! is Opryland Hotel’s theme ice sculptures.

5:00pm Tonight we have the Country Christmas Dinner and Show at the hotel featuring guest artists (TBD).

Friday, December 6 - Breakfast is included at the hotel

8:30am It’s been a fabulous trip to Nashville, but it is time to make our way back to South Carolina. There will be a stop along the way for lunch on your own.

6:30pm Estimated arrival at Capitol Tours.