trip: Jazz, Blues and Rock 'N Roll By Train | TripWiser: Social Trip Planner for Family Trips and Road Trips

Ride the rails right into the heart and soul of American music. Begin your musical journey in Chicago, known for it's celebrated voices and rhythmic tempos pulsating through the local clubs. Head south to the music landmarks and legendary nightclubs of Memphis, where Rock 'N Roll was born. While there, savor the local flavors of southern cuisine infused with the soul of it's musical past. The Final stop on your journey through music history is where it all began, New Orleans, the birthplace of Jazz and where the roots of American music were first cultivated. Walk the streets and feel the beat and rhythm of New Orleans that inspired greats such as Louis Armstrong, ferdinand "Jelly Roll" Morton and Louis Prima. Let the music tell the stories of these cities and their people. Amtrak Vacations Package Price From $1,045.* DEPARTURE DAYS: Daily ININERARY REVIEW: DAY 1-2 Arrive & Explore Chicago DAY 3 Chicago to Memphis DAY 4-5 Memphis Exploring DAY 6 Memphis to New Orleans DAY 7-8 New Orleans Exploring DAY 9 Vacation ends in New Orleans ON SELECT FRIDAYS, TRY THE “BLUES BY NIGHT” TOUR IN CHICAGO! PACKAGE INCLUDES: * Seven nights' hotel accomodations * One Way Amtrak from Chicago to Memphis in Roomette accomodations; meals included in dining car * Chicago City Tour * Dinner at Choice of Restaurant in Chiacgo * Dinner at Alfred's on Beale Street, Memphis * Memphis Tour including Graceland * Admission to Sun Studio * Court of Two Sisters Jazz Brunch in New Orleans * New Orleans Area tour * Admission to Mardi Gras World * Travel Portfolio * All Taxes and Meal Gratuities

Day 1 DAY 1 Arrive in Chicago Welcome to Chicago, known as the Windy City or the Second City. Take a walk down the magnificent mile for world-class shopping, dinner and attractions or check out one of the many famous blues clubs like Buddy Guy’s Legends or Rosa’s Lounge. (Overnight in Chicago)
Day 2 DAY 2 Enjoy Chicago Enjoy your choice of tour for Chicago.We suggest seeing the city by boat. Take in a Broadway show or go see Sue at the Field Museum. Sue is the world’s largest, most complete t-rex. A dinner at your choice of restaurants is included. (Overnight in Chicago)
Day 3 DAY 3 Chicago to Memphis Transfer to Chicago’s Union Station and board the“City of New Orleans” train in roomette accommodations. While onboard, enjoy the new Cross Country Café serving regional cuisine. (Overnight on train)
Day 4 DAY 4 Arrive in Memphis Your arrival in Memphis will be very early in the morning. Transfer to your hotel and check your luggage with the bell desk. A Memphis area tour is included and may be taken on this day. See where Rock ’N Roll was born. (Overnight in Memphis)
Day 5 DAY 5 Explore Memphis Wake up refreshed and get ready to see Graceland, Elvis’s home. During your stay in Memphis you will also experience world-famous Beale Street with a dinner at Alfred’s on Beale. (Overnight in Memphis)
Day 6 DAY 6 Memphis to New Orleans Transfer to the Memphis Amtrak Station and board your train in coach accommodations. You will travel about 400 miles to New Orleans. Upon arrival, you will transfer to your New Orleans hotel. Welcome to the birthplace of jazz. (Overnight in New Orleans)
Day 7 DAY 7 Enjoy New Orleans Jazz it up in New Orleans! Start the day with the famous Brunch at the Court of Two Sisters Restaurant. Walk down Bourbon Street and take in the atmosphere. Visit Mardi Gras World, where New Orleans’ famous party comes to life. (Overnight in New Orleans)
Day 8 DAY 8 Tour New Orleans Take a complete tour of New Orleans and see such sites as the Garden District, French Latin Quarter and even some remnants of Hurricane Katrina to never let us forget this tragic occurrence. (Overnight in New Orleans)
Day 9 DAY 9 Vacation Ends in New Orleans Bid farewell to the birthplace of jazz. At this point you will have the following options: • Return to Chicago on Amtrak • Extend another night in New Orleans • Rent a car and explore Biloxi Mississippi Casinos

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