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Vicksburg Battlefield overlooking the Mississippi River
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
  • Visit Oak Alley mansion and avenue
  • Discover Baton Rouge's landmarks
  • Enjoy the music of Memphis
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New Orleans / Memphis
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Cooking Classes
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Cruise aboard American Heritage on a 9-day cruise from New Orleans to Memphis along the Mississippi River. Visit Oak Alley, Baton Rouge, Natchez, Vicksburg, and Cleveland. Explore historic plantations, Civil War sites, blues landmarks, museums, and riverfront towns while experiencing the culture and history of the American South.
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Explore the rocky shores and clear waters of Lake Superior
from $6,799
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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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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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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $6,799
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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
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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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Stunning Niagara Falls
from $16,499
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Niagara & Great Lakes Treasures

Toronto - Milwaukee - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Admire cascade of Niagara Falls
  • Discover Detroit skyscrapers
  • Navigate Frazer Bay granite cliffs
  • Walk Chicago Magnificent Mile
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Toronto / Milwaukee
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Hiking, Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard the Viking Great Lakes, exploring Niagara Falls, Detroit's skyline, and Georgian Bay's islands. Experience historic locks and remote coastal communities while enjoying the natural beauty and maritime heritage of this region.
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kentucky louisville
from $5,815
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Ohio River Cruise

Louisville to Pittsburgh - 10 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Explore Louisville's bourbon scene
  • Tour historic Madison, Indiana
  • Uncover Cincinnati's Freedom Center
  • Walk Marietta's ancient earthworks
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Louisville / Pittsburgh
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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise on the Ohio River aboard American Symphony, sailing Louisville to Pittsburgh with stops in Madison, Cincinnati, and Marietta. Between days of scenic cruising, explore bourbon country, Underground Railroad history, and riverbank wildlife.
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Explore the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest of the US
from $6,715
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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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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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Beautiful seascapes in Maine
from $5,240
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Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Portland Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Explore Historic Portland
  • Discover Fort Knox
  • Explore Acadia National Park
  • Discover Maine Maritime Heritage
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Portland / Portland
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Village Visits
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Variable
Explore Maine’s coast on a 9-day cruise from Portland aboard American Independence. Visit Bucksport, Bangor, Bar Harbor, Rockland, Camden, Boothbay Harbor, and Bath. Discover Fort Knox, Acadia National Park, maritime heritage, seafood traditions, and coastal communities across southern and midcoast Maine.
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Sunset casts a golden glow over Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge
from $4,610
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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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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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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
from $9,899
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East Coast: Halifax to Jacksonville

Halifax to Jacksonville - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See Portland Head Light
  • Discover Provincetown galleries
  • Tour Newport's grand mansions
  • See Charleston's historic landmarks
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Halifax / Jacksonville
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day East Coast cruise aboard Victory I. Explore Halifax and Peggy’s Cove before visiting Portland, Portsmouth, Provincetown, Newport, and New London. Continue south to Norfolk, Wilmington, Charleston, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville. Experience New England’s coastal heritage, Southern history, and Atlantic scenery.
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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $8,299
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5 Great Lakes + St. Lawrence Seaway: Chicago to Montreal

Chicago to Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Sail all five Great Lakes
  • Visit car-free Mackinac Island
  • Tour the historic Soo Locks
  • Stand near thundering Niagara Falls
  • Visit Chicago's Millennium Park
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Chicago / Saint Lawrence River
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Biking
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Variable
A 13-day cruise across all five Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway, aboard Victory II. Sail from Chicago to Montreal by way of ten ports, including Mackinac Island, the Soo Locks, and Niagara Falls. A good fit for travelers drawn to North American history and lakeside cities, without the crowds of an ocean cruise.
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Visit historic Minneapolis
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
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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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Historic, car-free island with lake views in Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $7,995
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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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Wine Tasting, Fishing, Citizen Science, Scuba Diving
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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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