Simply  Rhythm &  Roots

This brand new & unique music themed tour takes its inspiration from George Jones’ tribute to the stars of Music’s golden age in his hit song “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes?” Take a trip with us through America’s Heartland States as we follow in the footsteps of Music’s most famous sons and daughters and meet some new musicians who keep their flame burning bright. On this unique round trip from Dallas, you’ll visit the places and learn about events that inspired the careers and songwriting of some of our favourite singers. With great dining, live music and attractions, this is a music lover’s dream tour!

Dallas

We will be spending 4 nights in Dallas

Dallas, a modern metropolis in north Texas, is a commercial and cultural hub of the region. Downtown’s Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza commemorates the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in 1963. In the Arts District, the Dallas Museum of Art and the Crow Collection of Asian Art cover thousands of years of art. The sleek Nasher Sculpture Center showcases contemporary sculpture. 

Oklahoma City

We will be spending 2 nights in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City is the capital of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It’s known for its cowboy culture and capitol complex, surrounded by working oil wells. The reflecting pool and empty glass and bronze chairs of the Oklahoma City National Memorial recall the victims of the 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. The Survivor Tree, an American elm nearly destroyed in the attack, is also part of the memorial

Tulsa

We will be spending 2 nights in Tulsa

Tulsa is a city on the Arkansas River, in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It’s known for its art deco architecture, mostly in the central Deco District. Landmarks like the Philcade and Philtower buildings reflect a 20th-century construction boom fueled by the prosperous local oil industry. The Philbrook Museum of Art is housed in an Italianate villa that was once the home of a local oil magnate

Muskogee

We will be spending 1 night in Muskogee

Muskogee is a city on the Arkansas River, in Oklahoma. Honor Heights Park has trails, an arboretum and the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, which traces local Native American history. Beside the river, Muskogee War Memorial Park is home to the USS Batfish, a WWII submarine with an onboard museum. In the city center, the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame honors local musicians and stages concerts

Eureka  Springs

We will be spending 1 nights in Eureka Springs

Eureka Springs is a city in the Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas. It’s known for the preserved Victorian buildings of its Historic District, such as the Palace Bath House, Basin Park Hotel and Crescent Hotel, all built around the city’s natural springs. In the nearby hills, soaring Thorncrown Chapel is a striking wood and glass church. To the south, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is home to big cats and bears.

Branson

We will be spending 2 nights in Branson 

Branson is an Ozark town in southwest Missouri known as a family vacation destination. Its 76 Country Boulevard is famously lined with theaters, which once hosted mostly country music performers but today present diverse entertainment. Also along the strip are the Marvel Cave, the Wild West-style Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction and Silver Dollar City, an 1800s-themed amusement park with live music.

Memphis

We will be spending 2 nights in Memphis

Memphis is a city on the Mississippi River in southwest Tennessee, famous for the influential strains of blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll that originated there. Elvis Presley, B.B. King and Johnny Cash recorded albums at the legendary Sun Studio, and Presley’s Graceland mansion is a popular attraction. Other music landmarks include the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Blues Hall of Fame and Stax Museum of American Soul Music  

Broken Bow

We will be spending 1 night in Broken Bow

Broken Bow is a small city in southeastern Oklahoma. It’s a gateway to Beavers Bend State Park, home to black bears, bald eagles and pine forest trails. The park’s Forest Heritage Center Museum explores the role of forestry in local life. Broken Bow Lake has islands, beaches, boat ramps and fish such as largemouth bass. East of town, the 1884 Gardner Mansion & Museum features Native American and pioneer artifacts.

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Dallas Texas, where your tour manager will meet you at the hotel. After check in it’s time to get acquainted with your fellow travellers in the hotel bar for welcome drinks.

Day 2

Today we will travel south of Dallas to visit the home towns of Country Legends Lefty Frizzell & Willy Nelson, we’ll spend time exploring the Roadside America Museum and the Hill Country Cell Block. Then it’s back to Dallas for an evening at the entertainment area known as Deep Ellum.

Day 3

After breakfast we will make our way to Oklahoma City, passing through Tishomingo for lunch at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red and Norman, Oklahoma to visit Hollywood Corners – a unique filling station restored by Toby Keith. This evening we will enjoy a meal and entertainment in the city’s famous Bricktown Area.

Day 4

Today we will visit OKC’s main attractions, the National Cowboy & Heritage Museum, The National Memorial and the Stockyards! Then you will have some free time to explore this fabulous city!

Day 5

After breakfast we will make our way along Historic Route 66 to Tulsa, stopping en route at a few quirky attractions. Then we will explore downtown Tulsa’s Music Attractions including the Woodie Guthrie Center, Leon Russell’s Church Studio and Cains Ballroom.

Day 6

This morning we will leave Tulsa for a day trip to Ponca City, and learn the secret of the Marland Mansion, before travelling to the home of Pioneer Woman Bree Drummond – Pawhuska. This evening we will enjoy the local entertainment in Tulsa.

Day 7

Today we will travel the short distance to Talequah – home of The Cherokee Nation. We will learn about their history before moving on to the home town of Merle Haggard and Ms Carrie Underwood – Muskogee, Oklahoma. We will visit the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame & the Muskogee Brewing Co. Where we can enjoy a tour, a taste and some great live music!

Day 8

After breakfast we will visit the War Memorial Park and the USS Batfish – a real WWII Legend. Then it is on to Bentonville and a stop at the Walmart Museum, before ending our journey in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. This beautiful little town is nestled in the mountains and the whole Downtown area is on the National Register of Historic Places. You will have plenty of free time to discover all of the town’s hidden treasures.

Day 9

This morning we will set off for the Ozarks Entertainment Capital – Branson Missouri. In the evening we will go out for dinner as a group and enjoy the local cuisine followed by a wonderful musical show – performed in one of the many theatres found on the Branson “Strip”

Day 10

Today is yours to explore Branson. You may want to go shopping at Branson Landing or step back in time during a visit to the Silver Dollar Theme Park. The choice is yours, but you will definitely want to enjoy another one of the many shows in town!

Day 11

As we leave Branson and make our way to Memphis we will stop along the way at Pocahontas, the oldest town in Arkansas. After lunch, and a photo opportunity at The Rock & Roll Marker on Highway 67, our journey ends in the home of Rock & Roll, Blues & Soul. Spend tonight enjoying live music on the world famous Beale Street!

Day 12

After breakfast we will pay a visit to Sam Phillip’s Sun Studio – home of the Million Dollar Quartet. From there it is off to Graceland for a tour of the property Elvis Presley called home! Later you will have freetime to explore Memphis.

Day 13

Leaving Memphis we’ll travel to Hot Springs in Arkansas where we will visit Bathhouse Row before making our way to Broken Bow, Oklahoma for a little wine tasting and music in a one of a kind venue.

Day 14

This morning it is time to make our way back to Dallas, where a tour of Southfork Ranch, the home of TV’s Ewing family, will be followed by a visit to Dealey Plaza and the 6th Floor Museum. This evening we will visit the world’s biggest Honky Tonk – Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth.

Day 15

Today we are off to the famous Fort Worth Stockyards, where you will have plenty of free time to explore and enjoy the cattle drive. Then in the evening we will visit Sundance Square for our farewell group dinner.

Day 16

Sad but true, your tour has come to an end. We will leave the hotel in good time for your onward journey!

Optional Extras

  • Cowboy Heritage Museum
  • Woodie Guthrie Center
  • Church Studio Tulsa
  • Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame
  • Sun Studio Memphis
  • Graceland Mansion
  • 6th Floor Museum Dallas

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Tour Pricing

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£ 2,089

Per Person

  • 7th October 2022
  • 30th September 2023
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