22 days in Tennessee Itinerary

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Nashville
— 6 nights
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Chattanooga
— 4 nights
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Pigeon Forge
— 6 nights
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Memphis
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Nashville — 6 nights

Music City U.S.A.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Cheekwood and Arrington Vineyards. Take a break from the city and head to Zipline and Centennial Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Lynchburg Hardware and General Store (in Lynchburg), Cascade Hollow Distilling Co., Home of George Dickel (in Tullahoma) and Carnton (in Franklin). There's lots more to do: indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, appreciate the extensive heritage of Downtown Franklin, take a stroll through Downtown Nashville, and sample the fine beverages at Nelson's Green Brier Distillery.

To find reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Nashville trip maker site.

Melbourne, Australia to Nashville is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. Traveling from Melbourne to Nashville, you'll gain 16 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Melbourne in August, with highs in Nashville at 37°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Chattanooga.
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Chattanooga — 4 nights

Dynamo of Dixie

Get in touch with nature at River Rafting & Tubing and Greenway Farms Conference Center. Step off the beaten path and head to Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Fall Creek Falls. Explore Chattanooga's surroundings by going to Sparta Rock House (in Sparta) and Rock Island State Park (in Rock Island). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of Bluff View Art District, learn the secrets of beer at Chatt Taste Food Tours, look for gifts at Moon Pie General Store, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the Chattanooga online holiday planner.

Drive from Nashville to Chattanooga in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Nashville to Chattanooga, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to drive to Pigeon Forge.
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Pigeon Forge — 6 nights

Center of Fun in the Smokies

Visiting River Rafting & Tubing and Roaring Fork will get you outdoors. Shop till you drop at Goats on the Roof and Gatlinburlier Tobacconists. Venture out of the city with trips to Zipline (in Hartford), Bush's Visitor Center (in Chestnut Hill) and Great Smoky Mountains National Park (in Gatlinburg). There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Old Forge Distillery, take in the dramatic scenery at Laurel Falls, learn about winemaking at Mill Bridge Winery, and stroll through Grotto Falls Parking.

To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Pigeon Forge trip itinerary planning tool.

Drive from Chattanooga to Pigeon Forge in 3 hours. In September in Pigeon Forge, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 19°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Memphis.
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Memphis — 3 nights

Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll

Discover out-of-the-way places like Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum and Sun Studio. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Graceland, steep yourself in history at National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, appreciate the extensive heritage of Beale Street, and don't miss a visit to The Peabody Ducks.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Memphis vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Pigeon Forge to Memphis takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Pigeon Forge to Memphis due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Pigeon Forge in September, plan for a bit warmer nights in Memphis, with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.
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Tennessee travel guide

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Distilleries · Specialty Museums · Historic Sites
The Volunteer State
Divided by law, geography, and custom into three major regions, represented by the three stars on state's flag, Tennessee boasts a distinctive musical heritage that includes elements of bluegrass, country-western, and blues. With a countryside as diverse as its people, Tennessee includes landscapes ranging from a mountainous region in the east to the lowlands of the west, with gently rolling hills in the middle. For a well-rounded vacation, you can hike remote mountain trails in the morning and explore the crowded bars of Nashville in the evening. Visit the urban attractions, such as Elvis Presley's former residence in Memphis, but don't miss a chance to spend some time in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, situated in the eastern part of the state.
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