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Visit historic Minneapolis
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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
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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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Breaching Orca Whale
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Epic Alaska and British Columbia

Vancouver Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Learn First Nations history
  • Search for Icy Strait mammals
  • See Chichagof Island wildlife
  • Search for humpback and orca whales
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Vancouver, BC / Vancouver, BC
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Village Visits, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 15-day cruise through Alaska and British Columbia aboard Greg Mortimer. Sail the Inside Passage, explore fjords and islands by Zodiac and kayak, encounter whales and bears, and reach glaciers and remote wilderness.
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Explore historic New Orleans
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
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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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View monuments from the Civil War in Mississippi
from $4,610
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 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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Memphis / New Orleans
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Heritage from Memphis to New Orleans along the Lower Mississippi River. Visit Cleveland, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, and Oak Alley. Explore Civil War landmarks, historic homes, museums, plantations, and Louisiana wetlands while discovering the history, music, and culture of the American South.
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Enjoy stunning views of Niagara Falls
from $9,499
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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago to Quebec - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise scenic Lake Huron
  • Explore old Montreal
  • Experience Detroit’s rich heritage
  • Witness Soo Locks engineering
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Chicago / Quebec City
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Sail from Chicago to Quebec on a 15-day cruise through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway aboard Victory II. Visit iconic destinations like Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Montreal. Explore vibrant cities, historic sites, and scenic waterways.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Tacoma - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Haines eagle watching
  • Skagway historic railroad
  • Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Arrive at Tacoma waterfront
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Juneau / Friday Harbor
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Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage Cruise aboard American Constellation. Explore Juneau, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Petersburg, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Friday Harbor, and Tacoma. Observe whales, eagles, glaciers, and historic towns.
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Stunning Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Montreal - Chicago - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Cleveland cultural landmark
  • Enjoy Lake Superior sailing
  • See Mackinac Island's charm
  • Witness Upper Peninsula scenery
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Montreal / Chicago
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Explore the Great Lakes on a 13-day cruise aboard Victory I from Montreal to Chicago. Sail the St. Lawrence River and five Great Lakes, explore Toronto, Niagara Falls, Detroit, and Mackinac Island, transit the Soo Locks, and enjoy scenic lake sailing with onboard enrichment and regional tastings.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,995
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
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Wine Tasting, Biking, Fishing, Citizen Science
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On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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Sailing in Boston
from $6,350
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Northeast Harbors Cruise

Boston - New York - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit the Massachusetts Maritime
  • Explore the Mystic Seaport Museum
  • Travel to Old Saybrook
  • Stroll around Sag Harbor
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Boston / New York
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Join this 9-day Northeast Harbors cruise from Boston to New York aboard American Glory. Explore historic Boston before visiting picturesque Plymouth, MA, and the grandeur of Newport. Dive into maritime history in New London, Mystic, and Essex, CT. Lastly, enjoy an evening cruise around New York Harbor.
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Memphis, Tennesse, USA downtown cityscape at dusk over Beale Street
from $5,275
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Explore Rosalie Mansion and Natchez
  • Visit Baton Rouge landmarks
  • Learn the history of Vicksburg
  • Enjoy the music of Memphis
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Memphis / New Orleans
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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.
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Visit Louisiana's capital city of Baton Rouge
from $4,295
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Splendor
  • Cruise Louisiana wetlands
  • Explore downtown Natchez
  • Tour Rosalie Mansion
  • Visit Vicksburg National Military
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Memphis / New Orleans
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Cooking Classes
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Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Splendor 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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Visit historic Baltimore
from $4,925
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Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Washington to Baltimore - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Visit Yorktown battlefield site
  • Tour Jamestown Settlement museum
  • Cruise Chesapeake Bay waters
  • Discover Annapolis landmarks
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Chesapeake Bay / Baltimore
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Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Sail from Washington to Baltimore on an 9-day cruise aboard American Independence. Explore Revolutionary War sites, historic seaports, and Chesapeake Bay wildlife. Visit Yorktown, Williamsburg, Cambridge, St. Michaels, and Annapolis. Enjoy onboard enrichment, local excursions, and scenic cruising through America’s historic heartland.
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