American Queen River Cruise | Mighty Mississippi
Minneapolis to New Orleans - 16 Days
Have you ever wondered what this country looked like to its early explorers and pioneers? Traveling on the Mighty Mississippi and its tributaries aboard the American Queen, you will be transported back in time, to an era of leisurely and romantic travel. Storybook American towns and vibrant, bustling cities provide a bit of excitement between peaceful fields of gold, majestic panoramas and high bluffs. There is no better way to see America than from the perspective of the river, for the river has played a tremendous role in the shaping of this beautiful country and the lives of the people who inhabit it. After extensively cruising amidst the charms and gracious style of the American Queen, you will forever be changed.
Cruise Information: Mighty Mississippi
| Cruise Schedule | Destination |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Minneapolis, MN- Hotel Stay |
| Day 2 | Red Wing, MN - Depart 5:00 PM |
| Day 3 | Winona, MN |
| Day 4 | La Crosse, WI |
| Day 5 | Dubuque, IA |
| Day 6 | Bettendorf, IA (Quad Cities) |
| Day 7 | Burlington, IA |
| Day 8 | Hannibal, MO |
| Day 9 | St. Louis, MO |
| Day 10 | River Cruising |
| Day 11 | Memphis, TN |
| Day 12 | Port of the Mississippi Delta |
| Day 13 | Vicksburg, MS |
| Day 14 | Natchez, MS |
| Day 15 | Nottoway Plantation |
| Day 16 | New Orleans, LA Disembark 8:00 AM |
Included with These Cruises:
- One-night premium hotel stay to begin your journey with breakfast, taxes, porterage and transfer to the American Queen
- Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursions in each port of call
- Visit more than seven states and traverse abundant locks and dams
- Broadway-caliber entertainment nightly
- All onboard meals with delicious regionally inspired cuisine
- Wine and beer with dinner
- Coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, bottled water, soft drinks, ice cream, popcorn and freshly baked cookies
- Wi-Fi/Internet service
- Daily lectures by the Riverlorian
Cruise Themes
The Mighty Mississippi
Have you ever wondered what this country looked like to its early explorers and pioneers? Traveling on the Mighty Mississippi and its tributaries aboard the iconic American Queen or the all-suite American Duchess, you will be transported back in time to an era of leisurely and romantic travel. Storybook American towns and vibrant, bustling cities provide a bit of excitement between peaceful fields of gold, majestic, soaring mountains and high bluffs which inspired the works of Mark Twain. There is no better way to see America than from the perspective of the river, for the river has played a tremendous role in the shaping of this beautiful country and the lives of the people who inhabit it.
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