Take to the River
The lower stretch of the Mississippi, from
carefree New Orleans to vibrant Memphis,
is the river of legends. Control of the Mighty
Mississippi was the key strategic goal of the
Civil War and even today it is still the lifeblood
of commerce in the Old South. This is the river
of centuries-old shaded oak trees, elegant
antebellum plantations, cobblestone streets
and Victorian mansions. Hear the river’s music
in blues, jazz, zydeco and rock and roll and
savour its diversity with a host of distinctive
Creole and Cajun culinary delights. The
world of Mark Twain’s revered book Life on
the Mississippi is best experienced from the
vantage point of the graceful American Queen,
the most opulent riverboat in the world. There
is always plenty of activity onboard and ashore
for the adventurer in all of us.
Antebellum South
9 days/8 nights
The romance of the antebellum era and lively Cajun culture are firmly rooted
in the fertile cotton fields, vast sugar cane plantations and pillared mansions.
Onboard, all it takes is a rocking chair, a cold beverage, good company and
the gentle breeze as the paddlewheel churns to forget all your worries.
Day 1: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 2: Embark Memphis, Tennessee
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Memphis. Begin your voyage this afternoon.
Day 3: Greenville, Mississippi
Day 4: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Discover a unique blend of old and new in Vicksburg. Billed as the ‘Red
Carpet City of the South’, Southern hospitality is alive and well and
awaiting your arrival.
Day 5: Natchez, Mississippi
Step into the plantation lifestyle of the antebellum south in Natchez, site
of numerous restored mansions. Visit historic Jefferson College or amble
down the Natchez Trace.
Day 6: St. Francisville, Louisiana
This quaint town located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River is your
window to the past, with over 140 buildings on the National Register,
beautiful plantation homes nestled in the rolling countryside, and bustling
Main Street shops.
Day 7: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The capital of Louisiana, Baton Rouge, is the centre of all the great things
the state has to offer and is one of the South’s fastest growing cities.
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Day 8: Nottoway, Louisiana
Explore the South’s largest remaining Antebellum mansion on the grounds
of Nottoway Plantation.
Day 9: New Orleans, Louisiana
Tie up in New Orleans near historic Jackson Square and bid your riverboat
adieu.
Departures: Set departures (Mar-Dec) Some departures are reverse
itinerary
Inclusions: 7 night River Cruise aboard American Queen, one night pre-
cruise deluxe hotel stay in Memphis with breakfast, taxes, porterage and
transfers to American Queen, wine and beer with dinner, cappuccino,
espresso, speciality coffee, bottled water and soft drinks, shore excursions
Price Guide From: $3143
Mississippi Delta
National Heritage Area
Greenville
Vicksburg
Natchez
Interco astal Waterway
The price guide shown is per adult twin share based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date.
St Francisville
Baton Rouge
Plantation Road
New Orleans
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