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View the iconic arch when you visit St. Louis, gateway to the west
from $12,999
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America’s Great River

St. Paul to New Orleans - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi
  • Explore St. Louis' arts scene
  • Enjoy American music styles
  • Learn Civil War history
  • Experience New Orleans' culture
  • Visit the Quad Cities
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St. Paul / New Orleans
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Cruise America's great river on this 15-day itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi. Journey from St. Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans, Louisiana and explore highlights of the mighty Mississippi River. Along the way, visit historic ports such as St. Louis, Memphis, Baton Rouge, and more.
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Whale watching in Alaska
from $10,400
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Treasures of the Inside Passage

Juneau to Seattle - 14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Explore Tracy Arm and Dawes Glacier
  • Kayak in Misty Fjords wilderness
  • Wander around Baranof and Chichagof
  • Visit Victoria’s Old Town
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Juneau / Seattle
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Kayaking, Biking
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Sail on a 14-day cruise from Juneau to Seattle aboard National Geographic Quest. Cruise Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay National Park, and Misty Fjords. Kayak remote coves, hike forested islands, search for whales and bears, and visit Alert Bay and Victoria for cultural insight.
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Grinnell Valley in Glacier National Park
from $14,395
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National Parks & Legendary Rivers

Portland, OR to Jackson, WY - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Cruise Columbia River Gorge
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Enjoy Richland wine tastings
  • Discover Yellowstone’s geysers
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Portland / Grand Teton National Park
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Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Embark on a 16-day combined Columbia and Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz and land tour through iconic national parks, Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks. Explore vibrant towns, hike scenic trails, visit historic landmarks, and enjoy wine tastings, nature tours, and enriching excursions.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $14,425
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Alaska National Parks

Fairbanks - Juneau - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Fairbanks cultural touring
  • View Denali wildlife
  • Ride a glass-domed train
  • Watch bald eagles in Haines
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Fairbanks / Juneau
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Embark a 16-day Alaska land and sea journey from Fairbanks to Juneau aboard American Constitution. Explore Denali, Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay, Haines, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Endicott Arm. Ride a dome train, watch whales and glaciers, and enjoy expert-led excursions with rare access to protected waters.
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Explore beautiful Alaska
from $17,125
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Grand Alaska National Parks

Fairbanks, AK​ to Juneau, AK - 19 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Glacier Bay ice views
  • Visit Denali National Park
  • Experience Sitka historic park walk
  • See the Kenai Fjords and wildlife
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Fairbanks / Juneau
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience Alaska on a comprehensive 19-day land and cruise journey aboard American Constellation. Travel through Fairbanks, Denali, Anchorage, Seward, Juneau, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Frederick Sound. Explore national parks, encounter wildlife, and join guided cultural tours across Alaska’s most iconic landscapes.
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Enjoy stunning views of Portland
from $6,715
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Astoria historic exploration
  • Learn Mount St. Helens eruption
  • Explore The Dalles museums
  • Richland heritage tour
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Portland / Clarkston
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Jazz, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.
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Tour colorful, historic Charleston, South Carolina
from $6,995
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Southeast Sea Islands Cruise

Charleston to Amelia Island - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty
  • Tour historic Charleston homes
  • Explore Beaufort’s Cypress Wetlands
  • Visit Mighty Eighth Museum
  • Walk Savannah’s historic district
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Charleston / Amelia Island
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Cruise the southeastern coast on a 9-day voyage from Charleston, South Carolina to Amelia Island, Florida, aboard American Liberty. Explore Savannah, Beaufort, Hilton Head, and more.
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A scenery in Tennessee
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
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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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Explore Nashville
from $5,275
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Tennessee Rivers Cruise

Chattanooga to Nashville - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Walk Walnut Street Bridge
  • Cruise Lake Barkley
  • Stroll Florence Local Loop
  • Tour Old State Bank
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Chattanooga / Nashville
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Chattanooga to Nashville aboard the American Symphony. Cruise the Tennessee River, visiting historic towns like Decatur, Florence, Savannah, and Paducah. Experience cultural landmarks, scenic landscapes, and enriching excursions that highlight the region's rich heritage.
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Alaska
from $9,425
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Alaskan Explorer Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Watch for breaching whales
  • Discover Haines’ rich history
  • Visit charming Sitka
  • Travel through Frederick Sound
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Juneau / Juneau
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Embark on a 12-day Alaskan Explorer cruise aboard the American Constitution, taking in Alaska’s untouched landscapes. The adventure begins and ends in Juneau, with stops in Haines, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Dawes Glacier.
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Columbia River Gorge
from $5,240
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland to Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American West
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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Portland / Clarkston
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American West, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.
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Columbia River
from $4,125
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Columbia River Gorge Cruise

Roundtrip Portland - 7 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
  • Discover Hood River’s museums
  • Walk through The Dalles
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Taste local wines from Hood River
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Portland / Portland
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.
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