Top United States Tours & Cruises in 2028

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Tutka Bay Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary

• Fish the deep sea for salmon
• Visit Katmai National Park
• Kayak around Tutka Bay
• Tour an oyster farm in Sedovia

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Tutka Bay Lodge, a base camp for nature enthusiasts to explore the surrounding wild areas of Alaska. Join experts on guided adventures each day, including hikes up Broken Knife Ridge, kayaking Kachemak Bay, and sportfishing in the fjords around the lodge. Stay in cozy cabins with fine cuisine including wine-tasting and daily cooking classes.

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from $7,200

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Ridgewood Wilderness Lodge

5 Day Itinerary

• Stay in a remote Wilderness Lodge
• Stay in comfortable cabins
• Adventure on foot, or by kayak
• Spot seal, bears, and birdlife

Starts / Ends

Homer / Homer

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a 5-day Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry safaris at Alaska's Ridgewood Wilderness Lodge, exploring Kachemak Bay State Park. This magical part of the Kenai Peninsula offers more than just majestic scenery, glaciers, and wild rivers.

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from $2,321

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Kayak Alaska

6 Day Itinerary

• Kayak by a large tidewater glacier
• Explore Heather Bay and the glacier
• Spot seals and sea otters
• Paddle to see a sea lion colony

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore the remote bays and coves of Prince William Sound on this 6-day kayaking and camping tour near Valdez Alaska. Spend three nights camping in the sound and paddling around the area to spot wildlife including harbor seals, sea otters, and possibly even the rare orca whale. Spend your nights camping and exchanging stories of your adventures.

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from $9,275

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Alaskan Explorer Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation

• Explore Juneau
• Experience Inside Passage
• Discover Glacier Bay National Park
• Explore Haines

Starts / Ends

Juneau / Juneau

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Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the American Constellation, departing and returning to Juneau. Explore historical sites, stunning scenery, and lively ports in Southern Alaska and the Inside Passage, including Glacier Bay, Endicott Arm, and Dawes Glacier, cultural excursions, and outdoor adventures.

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from $3,568

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Denali Extension

6 Day Itinerary

• Admire incredible Alaskan scenery
• Search for grizzly bears and moose
• Visit unique Alaskan ecosystems
• Learn the local gold rush history

Starts / Ends

Anchorage / Fairbanks

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Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend 6 days exploring Alaska with opportunities to whitewater raft, hike in Denali National Park, trying your hand at fishing, and see the glaciated landscapes of Denali National Park from above. Spend your Alaska trip spotting wildlife, riding the Alaska Railway and learning about the rich history of the Gold Rush era on this Alaska tour.

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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

• 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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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.

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from $5,275

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Tennessee Rivers Cruise

Nashville to Chattanooga - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony

• Explore Nashville’s music landmarks
• Visit Paducah’s Quilt Museum
• Walk historic Shiloh battlefield
• Cruise through Appalachian scenery

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Nashville / Chattanooga

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 9-day Tennessee Rivers Cruise from Nashville to Chattanooga aboard American Symphony. Relax with expert talks, regional cuisine, and comfortable accommodation while exploring the history, culture, and natural beauty of America’s heartland.

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from $4,295

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Splendor

• 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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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.

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from $5,275

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

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

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.

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from $4,925

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans - Memphis - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage

• 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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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.

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from $5,693

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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Backcountry Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Hiking or Packrafting Exploration
• Camp in Wrangell’s backcountry
• Walk and ice climb Root Glacier
• Explore Kennicott mining ruins
• Explore Kennicott Town
• Discover unique glacier

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Anchorage / Anchorage

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Camping

Activity Level

Variable

This week-long Alaska trip is perfect for the avid hiker who wants a flexible, exclusive, and remote hiking experience. Take a bush plane into the vast wilderness with your private guide and set up camp from which to explore and hike each day as you adventure into the tundra

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from $10,200

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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution

• Glacier Bay cruising
• Sail at Tracy Arm Fjord
• Learn Norwegian heritage
• Spot humpback whales

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Juneau / Friday Harbor

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage journey from Juneau to Tacoma aboard American Constitution. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm Fjord, and historic ports including Skagway, Ketchikan, and Petersburg with expert-guided experiences and scenic cruising.

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from $6,355

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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Clarkston to Portland - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz

• Visit Multnomah Falls
• Explore vineyards and local artwork
• Witness volcanic remains
• Sail through Hells Canyon

Starts / Ends

Clarkston / Portland

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Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz. Experience scenic landscapes, historic towns, and diverse wildlife. Highlights include traveling through Hells Canyon, Columbia River Gorge, and Mount St. Helens.

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from $5,275

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans - Memphis - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

• Explore New Orleans lively culture
• Discover Oak Alley with landscapes
• Uncover St Francisville stories
• Engage Cleveland music heritage

Starts / Ends

New Orleans / Memphis

Activities

Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise from New Orleans to Memphis aboard American Melody, exploring Southern culture and history with local guides. Enjoy enriching excursions, gourmet meals, daily cocktails, and captivating shows at historic sites like Vicksburg and Natchez.

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from $4,925

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Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Baltimore, MD Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence

• Explore Baltimore Inner Harbor
• Visit Jamestown Settlement museum
• Learn Maryland distilling tradition
• Explore the U.S. Naval Academy

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Baltimore / Baltimore

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Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the Chesapeake Bay on a 9-day cruise aboard American Independence, sailing from Baltimore to Yorktown, Williamsburg, St. Michaels, and Annapolis. Explore colonial streets, museums, battlefields, maritime towns, wildlife-rich waterways, and historic harbors through guided tours and scenic cruising.

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from $15,890

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Complete Mississippi River

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

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

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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.

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from $8,995

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Great Lakes Treasures

Milwaukee to Milwaukee - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Stroll Milwaukee RiverWalk
• Ride Mackinac Island Carriage
• Explore shipwrecks & cliffs
• Discover Soo Locks History

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Milwaukee / Milwaukee

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Fishing, Kayaking, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Citizen Science, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the treasures of the Great Lakes on a 10-day Viking cruise, from Milwaukee’s RiverWalk and Mackinac Island’s timeless charm to kayaking Killarney’s lakes and exploring the shipwrecks of Fathom Five. End in Chicago after hiking, wine tasting, and uncovering rich history, natural beauty, and culture along the way.

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from $4,255

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Highlights of the Mississippi Cruise

New Orleans Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody

• 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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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.

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