Top United States Trips & Tours in September 2026

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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

Activities

Local Market Visits

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 $4,925

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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

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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 $4,610

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Upper Mississippi River

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

• 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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St. Louis / St. Paul

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Cooking Classes

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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.

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from $7,999

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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago - Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

• Visit Willis Tower in Chicago
• Explore the Henry Ford Museum
• Visit Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
• Discover Toronto's culture

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Chicago / Montreal

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Variable

Sail from Chicago to Montreal on a 13-day cruise aboard Victory I, exploring iconic cities, engineering marvels, and natural wonders. Scenic lake crossings offer time to unwind between dynamic destinations.

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from $12,841

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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Explore the San Juan Islands
• Observe a traditional performance
• Learn about the local cultures
• Search for humpback whales
• Kayak Misty Fjord’s waters

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Explore the San Juan Islands, British Columbia’s Inside Passage, and Southeast Alaska on this exciting 14-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Quest. Enjoy exclusive encounters with this region's iconic wildlife, including bears, whales, eagles and more, as you hike & kayak through pristine temperate landscapes.

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from $4,856

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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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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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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 $7,899

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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

• See powerful Niagara Falls
• Explore Cleveland’s rock history
• Tour Milwaukee’s lakefront gems
• Visit peaceful Mackinac Island

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Toronto / Chicago

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Biking

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Variable

Cruise the Great Lakes from Toronto to Chicago on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Explore museums, historic districts, and natural wonders while enjoying relaxing scenic days at sea.

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from $7,075

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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

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Clarkston / Portland

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Wine Tasting, Small Ship Sailing

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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 $7,070

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Yankee Seaports

Boston - New York - 8 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 City

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Variable

Join this 8-day Yankee Seaports 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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from $7,899

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All Five Great Lakes Reverse

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

• Cruise all five Great Lakes
• Visit Niagara Falls up close
• Tour Cleveland’s museums
• Visit Mackinac Island

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Toronto / Chicago

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II and explore cultural hubs like Cleveland and Detroit, visit Niagara Falls, and relax on car-free Mackinac Island. Enjoy scenic days on Lake Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior.

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from $7,995

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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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Kayaking, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $8,675

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New England Islands

Providence Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty

• Enjoy Block Island's beaches
• Explore Whaling Museum New Bedford
• Discover Martha's Vineyard's towns
• Learn whaling legacy and maritime

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Nantucket / Newport

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard American Liberty through New England, exploring maritime history from Providence to Newport. Indulge in lobster bakes, visit whaling museums, and wander charming cobblestone streets.

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from $6,078

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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture

• Kayak across Great Bear
• Look our for Kermode bears
• Swim at hot spring pools
• Experience unique landscapes

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Ketchikan / Ketchikan

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Rainforest Exploration

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Variable

This 8-day roundtrip Alaska cruise from Ketchican aboard National Geographic Venture takes you to Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest and Union Passage as you enjoy an active itinerary featuring ample opportunities to hike, kayak, and explore a northern rainforest brimming with wildlife.

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from $12,670

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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Quebec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
• Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
• Explore Prince Edward Island
• Experience the Acadian culture
• Explore Nova Scotia and Lunenburg

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Toronto / Boston

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Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Variable

Explore eastern Canada and New England on a 13-day Smithsonian Journeys cruise. Sail from Toronto to Boston with stops in Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, and Cape Cod. Highlights include Montreal, Tadoussac, Magdalen Islands, Charlottetown, and Lunenburg. Includes expert talks and a shore excursion in each port.

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from $8,601

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• View unique wildlife such as orcas
• Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
• Explore Alaskan ecosystems
• Hike & kayak in Icy Strait

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Fishing

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Variable

Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.

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from $3,800

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Glacier Bay National Park Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer

• Discover Glacier Bay National Park
• Admire Alaskan wildlife
• Visit Grand Pacific Glacier
• Hike down Fairweather Mountain

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Juneau / Juneau

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Join the Wilderness Discoverer on this exceptional 8-day Alaskan Cruise where you'll discover Glacier Bay National Park, a 3,223,384 acre park located in Alaska's panhandle, Spend your days viewing wildlife like black and brown bears, eagles, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, sea birds and more as you sail from Sitka to Juneau.

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from $2,865

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Hiking in Yosemite National Park

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

• Hike Tuolumne Grove Giant Sequoia
• Reach Sentinel Dome summit
• Tackle Four Mile Trail
• Experience Mist Trail views
• Walk among giant sequoias

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Stanford Court Hotel San Francisco / Yosemite National Park

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Camping

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Yosemite’s landscapes on guided hikes through iconic trails like Mist Trail and Four Mile Trail. Walk among giant sequoias, enjoy breathtaking views, and learn about conservation efforts with expert guides. With comfortable lodge stays and seamless logistics, this adventure lets you fully experience the beauty and history of Yosemite National Park.

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from $10,978

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Wildlife Adventure in Yellowstone & Grand Tetons

8 Day Itinerary

• Experience wildlife in Grand Teton
• Explore Bridger Teton
• Trek in Teton Mountain Range
• Witness Geyser Basin in Yellowstone

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Jackson Hole / West Yellowstone

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Adventure Options

Activity Level

Relaxed

Exclusive experiences focused on wildlife & natural history, outdoor adventure, and photography accompanied by exceptional guides and local experts. The Grand Tetons provide the most scenic backdrop for summer activities like hiking, fishing, scenic float trips or whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and much more.

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