Montreal to Memphis by motorcycle

Cleveland is a city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes, in Ohio. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities abound throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums and cultural events, exciting professional sports and amusement parks and the most golf courses per capita in the United States.

In addition to its museums of art, Cleveland boasts a vibrant art community with galleries scattered throughout its trendiest neighborhoods, as well as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The city is also home to some interesting architecture including the Terminal Tower, built in 1929 as the second tallest building in the world, and many bridges and churches.

Lake Erie, the shallowest and warmest Great Lake (with the most vibrant fishery) defines Cleveland's north border and provides many opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming and walks. Boaters, rowing crews, canoers and kayakers enjoy the diverse scenery along the Cuyahoga River.

Not amused by nature? Northeast Ohio offers world-class amusement parks including Cedar Point (one-hour drive west to Sandusky), Geauga Lake and Wildwater Kingdom and Memphis Kiddie Park (in Brooklyn, Ohio).

Nashville is the capital of Tennessee, located in the north-central part of the state. Nashville is sometimes called the "Country Music Capital of the World" or more often "Music City" due to its booming record industry (spanning many genres) and importance in the history of country music. However, in recent years, Nashville has somewhat escaped its country image and become a regional center of culture and commerce.

Nonetheless, many popular tourist sites involve country music, such as the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium (which was for many years the site of the Grand Ole Opry) and Belcourt Theater. Each year, the CMA Music Festival (formerly known as Fan Fair) brings thousands of country fans to the city.

Lower Broadway is home to many honky-tonk bars and clubs. Probably the most famous of these is Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, which has hosted many big names from the country music scene while remaining a small, intimate and relatively unchanged venue since its founding in the 1960s.

Civil War history is also important to the city's tourism industry. Sites pertaining to the Battle of Nashville and the nearby Battle of Franklin and Battle of Stones River can be seen, along with several well-preserved antebellum plantation houses such as Belle Meade Plantation and Belmont Mansion.

Louisville lies on the north-central border with Indiana and along the Ohio River, which transformed the city into a bustling shipping port by the mid-1800s. The scenic Ohio River is still a major draw for tourists and Louisvillians alike: the 85-acre Louisville Waterfront Park hosts regular events and features the Belle of Louisville, the oldest steamboat in the United States that still operates regular river tours.

The home of the Kentucky Derby, Louisville is also rich in cultural history, modern art and old school Americana. Some favorite attractions include the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, which houses the largest baseball bat (six stores tall!); Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom amusement park; and the Speed Art Museum with a collection ranging from 17th century Flemish art to contemporary American sculpture. Don’t miss out on Louisville’s happening nightlife: the Fourth Street Live! entertainment district offers a myriad of restaurants, bars and clubs. Also, be sure to visit the Urban Bourbon Trail bars to sample the best of Bourbon Country.

Memphis is the largest city in the state of Tennessee with a population totaling more than one million. The city's claims to fame include "Graceland", the mansion Elvis Presley lived in during his later years. Memphis is also the considered by many to be the home of blues music.

Beale Street is the "Home of the Blues.” Dozens of bars and clubs, most of them featuring live music, are located there. At night the street is closed to vehicles and you can drink outdoors. The Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum is also located on Beale Street. The museum used to be housed in the Gibson guitar factory across the street. Famous musicians swing through periodically to pick up custom guitars or to play a set at the Gibson Lounge, in the west end of the building.

Graceland was the home "The King of Rock and Roll," so it's no surprise that this is the number one tourist attraction in Memphis. Think "tacky tourist trap” but don't miss it--you might be pleasantly surprised. There is lots and lots of Elvis stuff to see here—the house itself, customized private airplanes, an automobile collection, gold records, costumes, and more. Take note of Elvis Week in early August, culminating in the candlelight vigil on the anniversary of Elvis' death.

When you’ve finished immersing yourself in Memphis’s musical heritage, take a tour of the Mississippi River. River tours are available most days through a variety of providers.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, is as fun to visit as it is to pronounce. This friendly southern city is often hailed for its small size that makes it easy to explore by bike and on foot, but not for lack of things to see.

Take advantage of a plethora of nature-oriented attractions: visit the Tennessee Aquarium; walk the banks of the Tennessee River; see seven states from a perch in Rock City, a collection of rock formations and waterfalls. Be economical and reduce your chances of sore feet by perusing the free electric shuttle that connects hotels, restaurants and attractions downtown. Lake Winnepesaukah park features roller coasters and games for all ages.

Lancaster County in Pennsylvania is considered the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country. The rolling hills and Amish farming communities encourage visitors to slow down and enjoy a more leisurely pace.

Enjoy fishing and boating on the Susquehanna River, or visiting the historic river towns of Marietta and Columbia. Stroll through downtown Lancaster’s shops, galleries and museums. Take some time to relax in the Amish countryside and visit a homestead or take a buggy ride. Time-travel back to the Renaissance at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, or zoom through the present on the rides at Dutch Wonderland. Lancaster County has something for everyone.