Mississippi River Urban Exploration Cruises

from $3,499

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New Orleans & Southern Charms

8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / New Orleans

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the highlights of the Mississippi River on this 8-day cruise roundtrip from New Orleans aboard Viking Mississippi. Discover port cities such as St. Francisville, Darrow, Baton Rouge, Natchez, and Vicksburg to experience the diverse culture and rich history of the lower Mississippi region.

• Enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine
• Indulge in New Orleans' music
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• See the historic homes of Natchez

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from $5,275

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony

Starts / Ends

Memphis / New Orleans

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Symphony from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Discover the cultures of the delta
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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from $3,630

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Historic Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / New Orleans

Activity Level

Variable

The American Heritage hosts this 8-day Mississippi River cruise from New Orleans. Explore historic plantations, Civil War sites, and charming towns. Immerse in the rich culture, cuisine, and music of the Deep South.

• Experience Natchez’s beauty
• Visit historic Civil War sites
• Discover Oak Alley's historic charm
• Visit charming ports and cities

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from $12,620

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Grand Heartland Cruise

Minnesota - Louisiana - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Serenade

Starts / Ends

St. Paul / New Orleans

Activities

Wine Tasting, Wildlife Viewing, Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day Mississippi River cruise from Minnesota to Louisiana aboard American Serenade, exploring St. Paul to New Orleans with stops in La Crosse, Dubuque, Davenport, Hannibal, St. Louis, Memphis, Vicksburg, and Natchez. Enjoy onboard activities, stunning scenery, and experiences like the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and more.

• Visit mansions and art galleries
• See the Gateway Arch and St. Louis
• Visit Natchez’s antebellum homes
• Experience Memphis' musical legacy

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from $3,999

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Mississippi Delta Explorer

New Orleans - Memphis - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / Memphis

Activities

Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

On this 8-day Mississippi Delta Explorer from New Orleans to Memphis aboard the Viking Mississippi, visit historic towns like Darrow, Natchez, and Vicksburg. Enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine, Memphis barbecue, and explore the South’s rich history, culture, and music.

• Explore Darrow
• Visit Natchez historic sites
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Culinary adventure of Mississippi
• Know the history of rock 'n' roll
• American South's Cultural Heritage

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from $5,635

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Upper Mississippi River

St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

Starts / Ends

St. Louis / Red Wing

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Upper Mississippi River on this 9-day cruise from St. Louis to Minneapolis aboard the American Melody. Begin in St. Louis, Missouri, and travel through Alton, Hannibal, Muscatine, Dubuque, Winona, and Red Wing. Visit Mark Twain's boyhood home, explore historic towns, and marvel at the diverse landscapes.

• Explore the culture of St. Louis
• See Mark Twain's hometown, Hannibal
• Experience wildlife and nature
• Admire local artwork in Red Wing

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from $4,610

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Upper Mississippi River

St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage

Starts / Ends

St. Louis / St. Paul

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Upper Mississippi River aboard the American Heritage on this 9-day cruise from St. Louis to Minneapolis. Begin in St. Louis, Missouri, and travel through Alton, Hannibal, Muscatine, Dubuque, Winona, and Red Wing. Visit Mark Twain's boyhood home, explore historic towns and take in the diverse scenery.

• Explore the culture of St. Louis
• See Mark Twain's hometown, Hannibal
• Witness wildlife and nature
• Admire local artwork in Red Wing

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from $4,295

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Splendor

Starts / Ends

Memphis / New Orleans

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Heritage from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Discover the cultures of the delta
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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from $15,890

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Complete Mississippi River

New Orleans - St. Paul - 23 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / St. Paul

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Mighty Mississippi on a 23-day cruise covering 10 states aboard American Melody. Immerse in history, culture, and cuisine from New Orleans to Minneapolis, exploring charming ports along the way.

• Explore Natchez's Grand Homes
• Visit Oak Alley
• Delve into Baton Rouge's history
• Unravel Vicksburg's Civil War

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from $5,275

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

Starts / Ends

Memphis / New Orleans

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Melody from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Visit Myrtles' haunted estate
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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from $4,610

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage

Starts / Ends

Memphis / New Orleans

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Heritage from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Discover the cultures of the delta
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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from $4,610

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans - Memphis - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / Memphis

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Heritage from New Orleans to Memphis, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Discover the cultures of the delta
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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from $7,275

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Mississippi Explorer

New Orleans - Memphis - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / Memphis

Activities

Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day Mississippi river cruise aboard the American Symphony, from New Orleans to Memphis, visiting Southern landmarks like Oak Alley, Houmas House, and Vicksburg National Military Park. Explore Baton Rouge's history, Natchez's antebellum homes, and Cleveland's musical heritage.

• Explore Natchez's Grand Homes
• Visit Oak Alley
• Delve into Baton Rouge's history
• Unravel Vicksburg's Civil War

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from $4,255

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Historic Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / New Orleans

Activity Level

Variable

The American Melody hosts this 8-day Mississippi River cruise from New Orleans. Explore historic plantations, Civil War sites, and charming towns. Immerse in the rich culture, cuisine, and music of the Deep South.

• Explore the antebellum of Natchez
• Visit historic Civil War sites
• Discover Oak Alley's historic charm
• Visit charming ports and cities

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from $5,635

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Upper Mississippi River

St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony

Starts / Ends

St. Louis / Red Wing

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the segment of the Mississippi River on this 9-day cruise from St. Louis to Minneapolis American Symphony. Begin in St. Louis, Missouri, and through Alton, Hannibal, Muscatine, Dubuque, Winona, and Red Wing. Visit Mark Twain's boyhood home, explore historic towns, and marvel at the diverse landscapes.

• Explore Mark Twain’s hometown
• Cruise through historic towns
• Explore St. Paul's grand mansions
• Visit National River Museum

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