A SOUTHERN OLD FASHION CHRISTMAS

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A SOUTHERN OLD FASHION CHRISTMAS
Natchez, MS
Nov 17 - 19, 2026
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$1,250
Deposit: $250

About this trip

Trip Overview

Destination: Natchez, Mississippi
Travel Dates: November 17–19, 2026
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Departure Location: Tyler, Texas

Tour Operator: American Tours

Travel Style: Motor-Coach Tour
Activity Level: Level 2 – Moderate
Price: $1,250 per person (double)

What's Included at a Glance

  • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from Tyler

  • 2 nights hotel accommodations

  • 6 meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners)

  • Professional American Tours Director

  • Sightseeing and admissions per itinerary

  • Baggage handling (1 suitcase per person)

  • Complimentary parking at American Tours

Overview

Get into the Christmas spirit with a charming holiday getaway to historic Natchez, Mississippi. Enjoy lunch at a beautiful mansion, a guided riding tour of Natchez, and an unforgettable 1800s Christmas dining experience at Choctaw Hall.

Continue the magic with Christmas at Frogmore Plantation, reserved seating for a musical presentation in an authentic 1800s plantation church, and festive tours filled with decorations, music, and holiday cheer.

With relaxing stays at Magnolia Bluffs and time to explore downtown Natchez, this tour offers the perfect blend of history, tradition, and Christmas enchantment.

This tour package is operated by American Tours and includes a professionally escorted motor-coach travel experience with an American Tours Tour Director.

American Tours coordinates the full travel experience for our guests, including motorcoach transportation, lodging, sightseeing, admissions, meals listed in the itinerary, and tour support throughout the journey.

What to Expect on This Tour

This tour is designed for travelers who enjoy a relaxed, friendly group experience with fellow guests departing from the East Texas area.

You’ll travel together by comfortable motorcoach with a professional American Tours Escort, following a well-planned itinerary that includes guided sightseeing, unique holiday experiences, and time to enjoy each destination.

This tour offers a balanced pace with a mix of included activities and free time, allowing you to enjoy the experience without feeling rushed.

Why Book With American Tours

Travel with confidence knowing your experience is supported by a trusted local team dedicated to making your journey smooth, enjoyable, and memorable.

  • Personalized service from a local, trusted team

  • Assistance before, during, and after your trip

  • Easy payment plans through our reservation platform (WeTravel)

  • Local support you can call anytime

Highlights

Get into the holiday spirit with a charming Christmas getaway filled with historic homes, Southern hospitality, music, decorations, and festive dining experiences.

  • 2-Night Stay in Natchez, Mississippi

  • Lunch at a Historic Mansion

  • Guided Riding Tour of Natchez

  • Tour of Choctaw Hall

  • 1800s Christmas Dining Experience at Choctaw Hall

  • Christmas at Frogmore Plantation

  • Reserved Seating for Musical Presentation in an 1800s Plantation Church

  • Guided Tour of Authentically Decorated Quarters

  • Tour of Cotton Gin

  • Free Time in Downtown Natchez

  • Tour of The Towers

  • Dinner & Tour at Sunnyside with Christmas Tree Displays and Entertainment

  • Tour of Linden House with Natchez Christmas Milk Punch Experience

Itinerary

Experience the warmth and charm of Natchez during the Christmas season with historic homes, festive decorations, holiday music, and memorable Southern dining experiences.

Day 1 – Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Tyler to Natchez, Mississippi

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Natchez, MS

Depart Tyler this morning aboard a comfortable motorcoach and travel toward Natchez, Mississippi. After a morning leg stretch, enjoy lunch at a historic mansion before meeting a local Natchez step-on guide for a riding tour of the city. Later, tour Choctaw Hall before enjoying a memorable 1800s Christmas dining experience. Settle into your hotel in Natchez for a two-night stay.

  • 6:00 AM Group Motor-Coach Departure

  • Morning leg stretch

  • Lunch at a mansion

  • Local Natchez step-on guide

  • Riding tour of Natchez

  • Tour of Choctaw Hall

  • Dinner at Choctaw Hall with 1800s Christmas Dining Experience

Day 2 – Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Natchez Area Touring

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Natchez, MS

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel before visiting Frogmore Plantation for a special Christmas experience. Enjoy reserved seating in an authentic 1800s plantation church for a musical presentation featuring the origin of Delta Christmas music and traditional Christmas songs. Continue with a guided tour of authentically decorated quarters and a tour of the cotton gin. After lunch, enjoy free time in downtown Natchez before touring The Towers. This evening, enjoy dinner and a tour at Sunnyside, featuring Christmas trees and piano entertainment with a sing-along.

  • Breakfast buffet at Magnolia Bluffs

  • Christmas at Frogmore Plantation

  • Musical presentation in 1800s plantation church

  • Guided tour of authentically decorated quarters

  • Tour of cotton gin

  • Lunch

  • Free time in downtown Natchez

  • Tour of The Towers

  • Dinner & tour at Sunnyside with entertainment

Day 3 – Thursday, November 19, 2026
Natchez to Tyler, Texas

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, visit Linden House and enjoy a Natchez Christmas staple — milk punch. Later, depart for home with wonderful memories of your Southern Old Fashion Christmas experience.

  • Breakfast at Magnolia Bluffs

  • Tour of Linden House

  • Natchez Christmas milk punch experience

  • Return to Tyler

  • Estimated arrival in Tyler: 5:00 PM

Overnight Accommodations

Enjoy a comfortable stay in Natchez, Mississippi, with convenient access to the historic homes, festive attractions, and holiday experiences featured throughout the tour.

Hotel Stay:
2 nights hotel accommodations

Planned Accommodations:

  • Natchez, Mississippi – Magnolia Bluffs

In the event of unforeseen circumstances, a comparable hotel of equal quality may be substituted.

Pricing & Tour Details

Tour Pricing:

  • Single Occupancy: $1,400 per person

  • Double Occupancy: $1,250 per person

  • Triple Occupancy: $1,100 per person

  • Quad Occupancy: $1,000 per person

Tour pricing does not include optional Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection.

Deposit & Final Payment

Deposit Required at Registration: $250 per person
Final Payment Due: September 17, 2026

A deposit is required at the time of registration to secure your reservation. All reservations are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Space cannot be held without completed registration and deposit.

Flexible Payment Options

After submitting your deposit, you may log into your secure WeTravel reservation account at any time and make additional payments toward your balance.

If paying by check, please make checks payable to American Tours.

Credit card payments are accepted; processing fees apply.

What’s Included

  • 2 Nights Hotel Accommodations

  • 6 Meals (2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 2 Dinners)

  • Sightseeing and Admissions per Itinerary

  • Baggage Handling at Hotel — One Suitcase per Person

  • Motor-Coach Transportation

  • Professional American Tours Tour Escort

  • Complimentary Parking at American Tours

Motor-Coach Travel Information

This tour departs by motorcoach from Tyler, Texas. Complimentary secured parking is available at American Tours for guests who need to leave a vehicle during the trip.

Travelers should arrive at the designated departure location in time for check-in and boarding prior to the scheduled departure.

Important Information

Itinerary and accommodations are subject to change.

Tour Activity Level 2

Understanding the physical activity required for this tour will help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.

Activity Level: Level 2 – Moderate

(Level 1 = easiest, Level 4 = most demanding)

This tour includes a moderate level of activity with a comfortable pace of sightseeing and travel.

Travelers should be comfortable walking short to moderate distances, standing during guided tours, and navigating historic homes, plantations, and dining venues.

Some locations may include stairs, uneven walkways, or periods of standing during guided experiences.

The itinerary also includes motor-coach travel with multiple stops throughout the trip, but the overall pace allows for a more relaxed and enjoyable holiday experience.

Who This Trip Is For

This tour is designed for travelers who will appreciate the experiences, pace, and overall style of this journey.

  • Travelers who enjoy holiday traditions and historic destinations

  • Guests looking for a relaxed and festive getaway

  • Those who enjoy group travel with a familiar, local feel

  • Travelers who prefer a shorter, easy-to-manage trip

  • Guests who enjoy Southern history, historic homes, music, and Christmas decorations

Travel Identification

A valid government-issued photo ID is recommended for travel.

Passengers are responsible for ensuring they have appropriate identification for any included venues requiring identification.

Optional PreTrip Cancellation Protection

Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection is available for this tour and is designed to provide added peace of mind after final payment.

Plan Cost: $125 per person
(Must be purchased at the time of registration with your initial deposit)

How It Works

If Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection is purchased at the time of registration, you may cancel for any reason after final payment and before the day of departure.

  • No forms required

  • No doctor’s notes required

  • No explanation required

  • Refund is issued after the conclusion of the tour, minus the cost of Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection

If You Cancel Before Final Payment

Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection is not needed if you cancel before the final payment due date.

You will receive a full refund of all funds paid, including any amount paid for Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection.

If You Cancel After Final Payment

Once the final payment due date has passed, funds are committed to the tour.

  • With Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection:
    You will receive a refund after the conclusion of the tour, minus the cost of Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection.

  • Without Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection:
    No refund will be issued, regardless of the reason for cancellation.

Travel Insurance Purchased Elsewhere

If you purchase travel insurance from another provider and cancel before final payment, American Tours will provide a full refund with no insurance claim needed.

If you cancel after final payment, you must file a claim with your insurance provider, as American Tours does not issue refunds in this situation.

How To Book

Online Registration (Recommended)
You may register online 24 hours a day by clicking the green “SEE AVAILABILITY” button.

During the online registration process, you will:

  • Complete the reservation form

  • Submit your required $250 per person deposit

  • Provide your contact and travel information

Deposits may be paid by credit card, debit card, or bank draft (ACH). Once your reservation is completed, you will receive a booking confirmation email.

Mail-In Registration

To register by mail, click the “Download Brochure” button to access the American Tours registration form.

Complete the form and mail it with your deposit to the address listed. Your reservation will be confirmed once your deposit is received and processed, and a confirmation email will be sent.

Payment Information

American Tours accepts the following forms of payment:

  • Credit or debit card

  • Bank draft (ACH)

  • Personal check

Important:

  • Credit and debit card payments include a processing fee

  • Bank draft (ACH) payments do not include additional fees

~ For simplicity and to avoid processing fees, many guests choose bank draft (ACH). ~

Phone Registration

For security and legal compliance, registrations are not accepted over the phone.

What's included

Transportation

Round-trip motorcoach transportation from Tyler, Texas.

Complimentary Parking

Complimentary parking is available at American Tours.

Hotel Lodging

2 nights hotel accommodations in Natchez, Mississippi.

6 Meals

Includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners during the tour.

Admission & Sightseeing

All sightseeing, tours, admissions, and holiday experiences per itinerary.

Tour Director

Professional American Tours Tour Director throughout the journey.

Local Step-On Guides

For "Optimal Passenger Experience", American Tours has included a local Step-On Guide in Natchez (MS) throughout this package.

Luggage Handling

Baggage handling at hotel for one suitcase per person.

What's not included

Cancellation Protection

Optional Pre-Trip Cancellation Protection is available for $125 per person.

Tour Guide Gratuity

$5 to $10 per day per person is common practice. However, please feel free to give whatever amount you feel is appropriate.

Tour Driver Gratuity

$5 to $10 per day per person is common practice. However, please feel free to give whatever amount you feel is appropriate.

Meals Not Listed

Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary are not included.

Personal Expenses

Items of a personal nature such as souvenirs, beverages, snacks, and optional purchases.

Location

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Natchez, MS

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