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This years Northern Natchez
Trace bicycle tour has been modified to
increase the number of nights we stay at the
wonderful inns chosen for this tour and to
cycle some of the fabulous back roads
surrounding the Natchez Trace. The combination
of inn's, extra curricular activities and
cycling make this one the very best tours we
have to offer.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Music City - Nashville, TN
Arrival day! This evening we will visit one of
the venues that have helped to define
Nashville as the Music City. We will spend an
evening at the Grand ole Opry and take in a
show at the countries longest running
entertainment program before returning to the
exquisite Wyndham Union Station.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Cycle to Franklin
Today we will cycle through one of Nashville's
most established areas and through the
beautiful Warner Park before venturing on to
the historic community of Franklin, TN. Our
journey today will take us through some well
used cycling routes before arriving in
Franklin for a late lunch. Tonight we will
venture in to downtown Nashville to take in
some of the famous sights and sounds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mileage: 30+ - 50+
miles
Day 3 - Begin the Natchez Trace
We begin the day with a short commute to the Natchez Trace. But before getting on our bikes we will enjoy a full country breakfast at the
renowned Loveless Cafe. We will cycle along the Natchez Trace from its northern terminus to
the quaint community of Leipers Fork before
traveling through the beautiful country roads
in route to the Deer Run Retreat.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mileage: options ranging from 30 to 60+
miles
Day 4 - Back Roads of
Middle Tennessee
After a gourmet breakfast we will cycle along
the quiet back roads surrounding the
Deer Run Retreat. There will be options for
those who prefer to take it easy in the
comfortable retreat of our host inn.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mileage: options ranging from 30 to 60+
miles
Day 5 - South on the
Trace
We leave our gracious hosts at the Deer Run Retreat in route to Florence, Al.
Today we cycle on the Natchez Trace stopping
at a number of historic sites along the way
before arriving at the site of Meriwether
Lewis's untimely death and grave. Tonight we
will be staying at the beautiful Shoals
Marriott Resort and Spa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mileage: options ranging up to 75 miles
Day 6 - Back Roads of
Northern Alabama
Today we will cycle through the scenic back
roads of Florence, AL looping back to the
Shoals Spa for an afternoon of relaxation.
This evening we will enjoy a special
celebratory meal at the wonderful 360 Degree
restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mileage: options ranging from 30 to 60+ miles
Day 7 - Shuttle Back to Nashville, TN
After a full gourmet breakfast we will say goodbye to
Florence and shuttle back to the origination point. The shuttle will take approximately three hours which will give you plenty of time to reflect on the experiences of the past few days with your new found friends.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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