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2024 Reunion Tours


DELUXE BUS CITY TOUR AND DINNER AT PAULA DEEN'S FAMILY KITCHEN
Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Relax in a deluxe bus driving around Nashville with a professional entertaining guide.  You will see the historic lower district, go pass iconic buildings such as the Tennessee State Capitol, Country Music Hall of Fame, Vanderbilt University, the Parthenon, and so much more.  Then enjoy the famous Paula Deen's Family Kitchen and all the good ole country cooking you can handle.  They have their famous gift shop there too!  The view is beautiful right next to the Cumberland River.  We received a price break at the restaurant ($30 including tax and gratuity) that is included in the total fee for this outing.

Time: 16:00 board bus, 20:00 back at hotel.
$79/Person - includes dinner, bus and guide.
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GENERAL JACKSON LUNCH CRUISE
Wednesday, August 21, 20234

The world's grandest showboat cruises the Cumberland River around downtown Nashville.  Enjoy the wonderful music, humor, and food. According to the General Jackson:

"One of the largest showboats ever built, the grand General Jackson is an elegant triumph of American ingenuity.  The General Jackson provides accessibility for our guests with disabilities.  Our brand-new show is outfitted with extreme humor, amazing music, and the best food you'll taste this side of the South.  Get ready for some true hand-clappin', toe-tappin' Nashville entertainment and hospitality.  The world-class cast includes two rising country artists, a country comedian and features fiddle and guitar soloists, all supported by a live country band.  The show's repertoire spans classic hits by Patsy Cline, George Jones and Tammy Wynette through today's chart-topping hits by Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift and Rascal Flatts."

Time: 10:30 board bus, 15:00 back at hotel.
$98/Person - includes bus, escort, and lunch cruise
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EXPLORE DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE
Thursday, August 22, 2024

Free Day to visit downtown.  Take the hotel's free shuttle to and from downtown where there are very many great options to see and visit, including the Country Music Hall of Fame, Johnny Cash Museum, Patsy Cline Museum, Glen Campbell Museum, Musicians Hall of Fame, National Museum of African American Music, Ryman Auditorium tour (the mother church of country music) and lots of restaurants, and more!  The shuttle leaves every 30 minutes and drops you off right in the middle of all of that.  Shuttle starts at 0900.

Time: Shuttle starts at 09:00
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GRAND OLE OPRY BACKSTAGE TOUR & SHOW
Friday, August 23, 2024

Experience the thrill of the opry on a backstage tour - Take it all in the sights, the sounds and the stories that only happen backstage - before the country music magic happens on stage.  Come on over, hang out behind the scenes, and let us introduce you to our famous friends at a brand-new start studded tour exhibit.  There's simply nothing else like it.  Get your souvenir picture taken on stage.

During any given Opry show, audiences can expect the best in country, bluegrass, comedy, gospel, and more by Country Music Hall of Famers, cast members who helped establish the Opry as the home of country music, revered superstars, and young artists just starting to make names for themselves.  It is the longest-running live radio show in the world.  Sit back and enjoy an American Institution at its entertaining best.  Today, people in every corner of the globe recognize the Grand Ole Opry as the show that made country music famous.

Time: 14:00 board bus, 22:00 back at hotel.
$125/Person - includes bus, escort, backstage tour, and show.  Dinner on your own.

Note: Screening procedures are in place, like other large venues. Metal detectors will be used and weapons, including pocketknives, are not allowed.

Lots of food options nearby for dinner and shopping before the show

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CHOOSE EITHER     SHOW ONLY    OR     SHOW AND BACKSTAGE TOUR    

GRAND OLE OPRY SHOW ONLY
Friday, August 23, 2024

During any given Opry show, audiences can expect the best in country, bluegrass, comedy, gospel, and more by Country Music Hall of Famers, cast members who helped establish the Opry as the home of country music, revered superstars, and young artists just starting to make names for themselves.  It is the longest-running live radio show in the world.  Sit back and enjoy an American Institution at its entertaining best.  Today, people in every corner of the globe recognize the Grand Ole Opry as the show that made country music famous.

Time: 16:00 board bus, 22:00 back at hotel.
$98/Person - includes bus, escort, and show.  Dinner on your own.

Note: Screening procedures are in place, like other large venues. Metal detectors will be used and weapons, including pocketknives, are not allowed.

Lots of food options nearby for dinner and shopping before the show

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LADIES OUTING TO BELLE MEAD HISTORIC SITE AND WINERY
Saturday, August 24, 2024

Visit a historic mansion and grounds.  Enjoy a guided walk through the 1853 Greek Revival Mansion, followed by a complimentary wine tasting (age 21+) in the Winery.  Includes access to our grounds and Outbuildings, Outdoor Game Court, Walking Trail, Gift shops and our on-site restaurant, the Belle Meade Meat & Three.  Located in the heart of the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery, right inside the Visitor's Center.  It features the best of southern cooking including daily smoked meats, fresh cooked vegetables, biscuits, cornbread, and homemade desserts.

Time: 10:00 board bus, 14:00 back at hotel.
$49/Person - includes admission, tour, bus and escort.  Lunch is on your own.
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NOTE: If you use a scooter but can climb the steps to board the bus, either you and/or a person traveling with you must be able to put the scooter in the bus's luggage compartment.  Due to liability issues, drivers and tour guides cannot assist with scooters.  If you require assistance being hydraulically lifted onto the bus, please note this on your registration form.

Driver and Staff gratuities are not included in the tour prices.
Please be at the bus boarding area at least fifteen minutes prior to the scheduled time.
All tours require a minimum of thirty-five people, unless otherwise noted.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY FOR ARMED FORCES REUNIONS, INC.
For reunion attendees canceling reunion activities prior to the cut-off date, Armed Forces Reunions, Inc. (AFR) shall process a full refund less the non-refundable AFR registration fee ($15 per person).  Reunion attendees canceling reunion activities after the cut-off date will be refunded to the fullest extent that AFR's vendor commitments and guarantees will allow, less the non-refundable AFR registration fee.  Cancellations will only be taken Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm Eastern Time, excluding holidays.  Please call (757) 625-6401 to cancel reunion activities and obtain a cancellation code.

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