Visit the Tina Turner Museum in the one-room schoolhouse attended by a young Anna Mae Bullock (a.k.a. Tina Turner). See the collection of the “Queen of Rock’s” memorabilia, including costumes, gold records and even her high school yearbook! Afterward, cross Tennessee to Memphis, “Home of the Blues” and a city with a distinct Southern flavor. Enjoy an orientation tour on arrival and see where scenes from the film Walk the Line were filmed. Consider the optional excursion to Sun Studio, where rock ‘n’ roll was first recorded, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.

A good portion of the day is devoted to Graceland, Elvis Presley’s beautiful estate. Your guided audio tour focuses on the memorial garden, and the opulent 15,000-square-foot mansion. Also see Elvis’ custom jets and his Favourite automobiles! Return to Memphis mid-afternoon and, if you haven’t done so already, get a taste of Memphis with some southern barbecue or visit the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum near historic Beale Street.

Today, make your way through the state of Mississippi. Visit the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive centre. Discover the life of B.B. (Blues Boy) King, from his humble beginnings to his big break on Beale Street in Memphis. An evening arrival in New Orleans allows the opportunity for exploring this lively city on your own.

A full morning is dedicated to the sights and sounds of New Orleans, featuring a guided tour that includes the French Quarter landmarks, St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and a visit to a unique above-ground cemetery. This afternoon, join an optional tour of one of the many plantation homes in southern Louisiana. The architecture and beauty of these homes alone is impressive and the stories that go with them are even better. This evening, perhaps join an optional Mississippi River dinner cruise, and enjoy a delightful buffet dinner complete with live jazz-the perfect finale to a memorable touring adventure of the South.

Your tour ends this morning when you will fly from New Orleans to New York.

Once you arrive in New York you will have a BONUS 2 night hotel stay to explore this iconic city at your leisure. From the bright lights of Times Square to the 24-hour diners and bustling Broadway area, New York is always alive and buzzing with activity. There are endless bucket list sights to explore  from Central Park to Wall Street and beyond.

Embark your 7 night Bahamas & Caribbean cruise onboard Symphony of the Seas in New York today.

Note on the day of your cruise embarkation – you are free to make your own way from your New York hotel to the New Jersey (NY Metro) Cruise Port in line with your Royal Caribbean cruise check in time. This will enable a speedy embarkation process, allowing for your preferred boarding time which you can select during the cruise check in process.

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

A central port in Florida, Canaveral is one of the busiest in the world. Over 3.9 million cruise passengers passed through last year alone! Once in Orlando, you’ll be treated too over 12 theme parks with Walt Disney World as the key attraction. The new hot spot, Universal Orlando, is home to Universal studios and Harry Potter World which makes for a fun day out.

Welcome to the capital of the Bahamas! Nassau has the largest open-air aquarium in the world with over 100 different species of colourful tropical fish. Here you can interact with dolphins and go on excursions to neighbouring islands in motorboats. The historical centre of Nassau boasts charming colonial-style buildings and numerous pastel-coloured wooden shops that alternate with Georgian-style structures.

Welcome to CocoCay! Known for offering the ‘Perfect Day’, this island is exclusively reserved for Royal Caribbean guests. Adventure-seekers can’t miss the shriek-inducing slides of Thrill Waterpark or the rush of ziplining across the sunny, blue sky. Meanwhile, those seeking a more chilled-out vibe can grab swim-up cocktails at Oasis Lagoon or hang out in a private cabana at Hideaway Beach. The choice is yours at CocoCay.  

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.