Nashville to New Orleans to 2 – The location of the cities of New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville relatively to one another creates a triangle shape. This triangle has been dubbed as the Music Triangle, and it treasures most of the development of music in the US, from the singing of black slaves, to country music that led to the development of pop and rock and roll. This trip focuses on heritage, on culture and on historical stories and scenes that may seem as taken from a movie set. In addition to that – this route also includes some nature sites – mainly in the swamps of the state of Louisiana.
Please note – In the winter it can often be cold in the northern areas of this route. During summer months it may be hot and humid along this route. This route can be affected by summer hurricanes (which may mainly hit the New Orleans area). The peak of the hurricane season is in September. It is possible to travel in this route during summer months, but it is advised to be up to date regarding the forecast. The most recommended months for taking this trip are March to May, as well as October to November.
Day 1 – Land in Nashville and enjoy the afternoon in the city
Lodging location: Nashville
Day 2 – Enjoy a day in Nashville
Lodging location: Nashville
Day 3 – Drive to Memphis and enjoy half a day in the city, 3.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Memphis
Day 4 – Drive south toward the beautiful town of Natchez (in Mississippi) along the Natchez Trace Parkway, on the way stop for a visit in Jackson, 5.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Natchez
Day 5– Visit Natchez and drive south to Lafayette (in Louisiana), on the way stop for a short visit in Baton Rouge and/or join a swamp tour, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Lafayette
Day 6 – Visit Lafayette and take an Alligator viewing tour in Lake Martin, then drive to Grand Isle State Park, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Grand Isle
Day 7 – Drive to New Orleans, on the way visit the plantations along the Mississippi River (most recommended: Whitney and Oak Alley Plantations), 3 hours drive
Lodging location: New Orleans
Day 8 – Enjoy a day in New Orleans
Lodging location: New Orleans
Day 9 – Fly home
– In order to fill this route with content – see our Southeast USA destinations pages, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
