THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS PIGEON FORGE GATLINBURG & NASHVILLE - HEART OF THE NORTH TOURS

HEART OF THE NORTH TOURS

THE GREAT SMOKY
MOUNTAINS
PIGEON FORGE
GATLINBURG
& NASHVILLE
heartofthenorthtours.com or 833-424-2700

             September 28th - October 4th 2021
                                   STN092821

Heart of the North Tours
  Provides safe, clean, well
   maintained & inspected
motorcoaches from respected
operators, piloted by the best
qualified, experienced drivers
Our trained, professional, well traveled, prepared escort
couples will accompany you - ready to assist everyone
               throughout the entire tour!

         We also provide at no additional charge:
Bottled water, a variety of snacks when you need them,
Entertaining games, free WiFi within the U.S. and FUN!

Every 2021 Heart of the North Tour includes Travel Insurance
   coverage for everyone on the tour at no extra expense.
              Enjoy travel instead of worrying!

Leave your car in the garage! Enjoy "at home
  pick up" for a reasonable additional fee.
   We also offer cancellation protection - Peace of Mind Penalty
Waiver! Not insurance, but, should you need to cancel a tour, for any
 reason, know you will receive a refund of 75% - 100% of the entire
   cost paid, less the waiver fee. See offer for complete details.

Heart of the North Tours
        TENNESSEE COUNTRY LIFE
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 Tuesday, September 28
Overnight Lodging - Hampton Inn or similar
Check into your overnight hotel in Merrillville, Indiana
Day 2 Wednesday, September 29
Two Nights Lodging - Country Cascades Hotel
Arrive in Pigeon Forge and check-in at the Country Cascades hotel
Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner & Show
Tonight's dining & entertainment will be at Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Show. Dolly Parton's Stampede is filled with a
friendly North and South competition, thrilling horse riding stunts, spectacular special effects, phenomenal musical productions
plus a mouth-watering fourcourse feast complete with a delicious dessert! Also, Stampede’s SKEETER & NUGGET™ show
delivers a huge helping of family-friendly comedy at every show!
As Dolly says "It's the most fun place to eat in the Smokies". (B, D)
Day 3 Thursday, September 30
Guided Tour of the Great Smoky Mountains
Today you'll enjoy a Step-On Guided tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park - America's most visited national park.
Free Time / Shopping Downtown Gatlinburg
After your tour spend your afternoon strolling the sidewalks and shops of Historic Downtown Gatlinburg. Explore & unwind with
some free time while indulging your taste buds by enjoying lunch on your own this afternoon at any one of the many delightful
local restaurants.
Country Tonite Theater
This afternoon depart for the Country Tonite Theater and enjoy a fantastic matinee show. In this fast-paced production you will
enjoy a variety of dynamic singing and dancing, side-splitting comedy, powerful gospel, and American patriotism. From the
strong talent of the youth performers, to the experienced veterans of the Country Tonite stage and song, the love of God, family
and country resonates throughout the show.
Pirates Voyage Dinner Show
Ahoy Matey! This evening you head to Dolly Parton’s Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show. Join Captain Blackbeard, the most famous
pirate to ever sail the seven seas, and his quartermaster Calico Jack as they lead the Crimson and Sapphire crews in an epic
battle for lost treasure on land, on deck, in water and high above full-sized pirate ships in a 15 foot deep indoor hideaway
lagoon! Ye will thrill at the swashbuckling excitement of spectacular acrobatic competitions, aerial feats, sea lions, tropical birds,
beautiful mermaids and much more! Which camp takes the treasure may be up to you as ye cheer me buccaneers to victory, all
while ye enjoy a fabulous four-course feast! (B, D)
Day 4 Friday, October 1
Two Nights Radisson Airport Nashville
On arrival in Nashville you check-in to the Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport for a two night stay.
Nashville Troubadour Tour
This afternoon you enjoy Troubadour Music Sightseeing, an “Only in Nashville” kind of experience. Bringing new meaning to the
phrase “Entertaining Narrative” it’s sightseeing with a singer/songwriter guide. The tour will include Downtown Nashville’s
colorful history with drivebys of the historic Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, Honky Tonk Row, Ernest Tubb’s Record
Shop and The Bluebird Cafe. Plus, you will hear what it’s like trying to break into Nashville’s music scene, both the struggles and
the victories. As an added bonus your Troubadour will perform some of his or her original songs! (Troubadour tour subject to
availability) (continued on next page)

Heart of the North Tours
         TENNESSEE COUNTRY LIFE
Tour Itinerary:
(continued from previous page)
Dinner at the Wildhorse Saloon
Then enjoy lunch at the famous Wildhorse Saloon, home of a 3,300 square foot dance floor that is used every night of the week
by dancers and revelers. It's home to hot music and dancing and is rooted deep in Country music traditions.
Day 5 Saturday, October 2
Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum - Nashville
This morning begins with a lyrical adventure at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.See and hear the music from the 1950's when
families gathered around their radio listening to the Grand Ole Opry. Hear the creativity flow as the lyrics carry you to a time and
place where Rock & Roll was all that mattered, Jerry Garcia & Janis Joplin are here celebrating the summer of 69. You can dance,
sing, and take a selfie with yesterday's music legends and today's Top 40's icons.
General Jackson Showboat - Midday Cruise
This afternoon enjoy a General Jackson Showboat Luncheon Cruise. It is the world's grandest showboat that offers a delicious
meal and entertainment while cruising the majestic Cumberland River. Boarding begins at: 11:30am
Free Time at Opry Mills
You will have free time for shopping and dinner on your own at Opry Mills.There are over 200 stores including; Saks Fifth
Avenue OFF 5TH, J.Crew Outlet, Vera Bradley Outlet, Bass Pro Shops, and more. There are also many dining options including:
Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, and Chuy’s Mexican Food, as well as quick and fast options such as Johnny Rockets,
Subway and Panda Express.
Dinner at the Back Stage Grill
Enjoy a delicious limited group menu at the Back Stage Grill before enjoying an evening at the Grand Ole' Opry
Grand Ole Opry Performance
For more than 85 years, country's best have mesmerized audiences at the Grand Ole Opry Live Radio Show, the show that
made country music famous. Each Opry show features an array of performances by new stars, superstars and legends of
country music as well as great bluegrass, comedy and more.Opry shows are never rehearsed and never the same show twice.
(Show subject to availability.)
Day 6 Sunday, October 3
Overnight Lodging - Best Western on the River
Today's travels is to Hannibal, MO, for one night's lodging. Luggage handling & breakfast included.
Day 7 Monday, October 4
Depart for home
Depart for home with fond memories of a wonderful tour.
Welcome home friends!
Back in Minnesota! Thank you for traveling with us and making new friends! Have a safe ride home! We hope you join your
friends new and old on another Heart of the North Tour real soon!
Thank you for traveling with us!

Heart of the North Tours
  TENNESSEE COUNTRY LIFE
Tour Highlights:
Guided Tour of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Attend the Grand Ole Opry!
Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Show
Free Time in Historic Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Country Tonite Theater Performance
Pirates Voyage Dinner Show
Troubadour Tour of Downtown Nashville
Dinner at the Wildhorse Saloon
Tour Madam Tussaud's Wax Museum - Nashville
General Jackson Showboat Luncheon Cruise
Opry Mills Shopping
BackStage Grill Dinner

Six Nights of Select Accommodations including:
    - Two nights at the Country Cascades Hotel in Pigeon Forge!
    - Two nights at the Radisson Airport Nashville!
Eleven included meals featuring:
    - Six Hotel Breakfasts
    - One Lunch
        - General Jackson Showboat
    - Four Dinners
        - Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner & Show!
        - Pirate's Voyage Dinner Show!
        - The Wildhorse Saloon!
        - BackStage Grill
All Taxes and Tips on all above services
Luggage Handling (one bag per person)
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation

  heartofthenorthtours.com or 833-424-2700

Heart of the North Tours
     TENNESSEE COUNTRY LIFE
Tour Details:
September 28th - October 4th (Tuesday - Monday)
7 Days - 6 Nights
PROGRAM INCLUSIONS:
  Deluxe Motorcoach transportation throughout tour
  Select Lodging for 6 Nights
  4 Dinners/6 Breakfasts/1 Lunch
  All attractions, activities and events listed in the itinerary
  Luggage handling for 1 piece of luggage per person
  All taxes and gratuities for itinerary inclusions, except for driver, guide, escorts
  Travel Insurance Coverage including pre-existing conditions waiver coverage
  Services of driver and escorts throughout the trip.
                                     TOUR WAIVER
 PER PERSON BASED ON ROOM OCCUPANCY: PRICE: PRICE:
 Double occupancy                                             $1,850          $120

 Triple occupancy                                             $1,750          $120

 Quadruple occupancy                                          $1,650          $120

 Single occupancy                                            $2,250           $150

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At home pickup service is available on every Heart of the North
 Tour - the cost is defined by geographic zones throughout our
pickup area, based upon your home address and the number of
          travelers originating from the single address.