Day 1. Thursday 16th October 2025
Departure from the UK for a morning flight to Frankfurt in Germany where we’ll board the coach and drive to Bad Homburg – one of the first places Elvis stayed in Germany at the former Ritter’s Park Hotel which we’ll visit. We’ll then drive to the Hotel Villa Grunewald in Bad Nauheim where Elvis and his entourage lived for a number of months. Although this lovely hotel has been modernised, the small suite in which Elvis lived has a strict Preservation Order on it and so has been left almost exactly as it was when Elvis stayed here.
 

Remainder of the afternoon and evening to relax, to take a stroll in the beautiful gardens or to explore the town.

Day 2. Friday 17th October
Morning leisurely walking tour of Bad Nauheim and you will see dozens of Elvis sights including where Elvis lived, shopped, entertained and had some of the most famous photos taken during his military service. Afternoon at leisure. This evening we’ll hold a small reception in the hotel where you’ll also get the opportunity to visit Elvis’ room.

Day 3. Saturday 18th October
Our G. I. Blues Day as we board the coach for a full day’s tour of some of the film location sites used in the movie. We’ll visit ancient Idstein, the city of Wiesbaden and the picturesque wine town of Rudesheim that sits on the banks of the River Rhine.
You’ll get the opportunity to ride the Seilbahn Rudesheim Cable Car which you’ll remember from the ‘Pocketful of Rainbows’ scene in the movie and there will be lots of photo and shopping opportunities.

Day 4. Sunday 19th October
Mid-morning visit to the café at the top of the Johannisberg hilltop for splendid views over Bad Nauheim and the surrounding countryside. It was here that Elvis signed the tablecloth for an adoring fan, only to have it snatched off him by the lady owner of the café who promptly washed it…if only she’d known!
Next stop (via train) is a visit to Friedberg where Elvis was stationed at the U S Army’s Ray Barracks. Elvis didn’t actually live here long as he had permission to live off-base but he served his tour of duty here and it was the first town to have Elvis Traffic Lights! The town is very proud of its long-time connection with the USA and its Armed Forces.

Day 6. Tuesday 21st October
This morning there will be a panoramic tour of Paris where we’ll see the famous Eiffel Tower, the Notre Dame Cathedral and historic Montmartre with it’s beautiful Basilica of the Sacre Coeur. It was here that Elvis saw the sunrise over the city and instantly fell in love with Paris. Free time here to enjoy lunch and shopping before taking the Metro to enjoy an hour-long cruise along the Seine to enjoy a ‘ducks-eye view’ of the city. This afternoon/evening gives you time for another unique view of Paris with a visit up the Eiffel Tower. Evening Free

Day 7. Wednesday 22nd October
This morning we will see even more Elvis sights in Paris. After an optional visit to the top of the Arc de Triomph, there will be time to peruse the shops on the Champs Elysees (exactly as Elvis did) we will also visit the swanky Prince de Galles hotel where Elvis stayed and where you may wish to enjoy lunch or just pop in for a drink.

Tonight why not join us for a most flamboyant of farewells to Paris with an optional visit to the world-famous Moulin Rouge, the nightclub-theatre that Elvis attended and which is synonymous with Parisian nightlife. Enjoy the show and a few glasses of champagne before returning to the hotel.

Day 8. Thursday 23rd October
Morning mostly free before transferring to the Gare du Nord to board the early afternoon Eurostar to London arriving back into St. Pancras Station in the early evening.

OUR HOTELS

Hotel Villa Grunewald

With just 16 bedrooms this hotel is one of the most elegant and sought-after places to stay – especially because this is where Elvis lived for much of his time in Bad Nauheim...and we’ve booked the whole hotel for our tour in November/December! Located overlooking the beautiful Spa Gardens and Park in the centre of the town it is within easy walking distance of the Elvis sights, shops, bars and restaurants. The rooms (except for the one that Elvis had which has been kept as it was - and which you'll get to visit inside) are all modern with private bathrooms and the hotel has a small restaurant and Lobby Bar but many who repeatedly stay here say that its biggest asset (other than the Elvis connection, of course) are the friendly, welcoming staff. A continental breakfast is included.

The ESTE Hotel 

The HÔTEL ESTÉ has 76 bedrooms and is in a great location for visiting the main sights of Paris, there is wide choice of restaurants and bars within walking distance. This boutique style hotel is comfortable with plenty of design touches and the staff are friendly and helpful. The hotel boasts an indoor pool, spa, sauna and steam room. Breakfast is included

Exchange Rates
The tour price is based on the rate of exchange of £1 Sterling being equal to €1.14 Euros.

Passports and Visas
A passport issued by the UK or a member of the European Union and valid for at least 6 months after the return date of travel for this tour. No Visas (or vaccinations) are required by British Citizens although it is likely that the European Union will have introduced a Visa Waiver system (similar to that of the USA although probably even easier to obtain) by the time these tours depart and so we will advise you of any change in requirements in ample time before departure. Holders of other countries Passports should check with the German and French Embassies with regard to Visa requirements.

Telephone Enquiries and How to Book
To check the availability on these tours or to make a booking please call the Elvis Travel Service on 01473 621 564 or our agents ‘America as you like it’ on 020 8742 8299 (Monday to Friday 9:15am – 5:00pm).

Payment Schedule
A deposit of £300 per person for the Bad Nauheim only tours and £500 for the Bad Nauheim & Paris tour, is required when you make your booking and the balance needs to be paid a minimum of 12 weeks before departure. Payments can be made by Debit or Credit Card or by bank transfer.
 

Bonding
The tours in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under America as you like it’s ATOL 2966. America as you like it, 2 Oxford House, 24 Oxford Road North, London W4 4DH
 

RESPONSIBILITY
The tours in this brochure are the responsibility of ‘America as you like it’. Your Contract is subject to their Reservation Conditions which are available by post by calling 020 8742 8299.

The holiday is co-ordinated by the Elvis Travel Service/Strictly Elvis UK, the trading names of David Wade Ltd, an organisation that has led the way in Elvis holidays and events for over 50 years. David Wade Ltd is registered with Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. The names ‘Elvis’, ‘Elvis Presley’ and ‘Graceland’ are registered to Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc with the USPTO.

Strictly Elvis UK/Elvis Travel Service, Unit D, Bristol Court Martlesham

Heath Business Park, Ipswich, Su_olk, IP5 3RY, UK Tel: 01473 621 564

Website: www.strictlyelvis.net Email: enquiries@strictlyelvis.net