The history and culture of America originated along the great rivers. Native Americans, explorers, settlers, immigrants... all found passage along the river highways. The rivers are still the lifeblood of this nation. Explore and discover their secrets. Enjoy the silent battlefields of the Civil War, the seductive Memphis blues, the New Orleans jazz, the irresistible southern cuisine and an exclusive visit to Nottow
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Free stay to discover New Orleans. New Orleans, nicknamed 'The Big Easy' and 'NOLA' (New Orleans, LA), is a city with many faces. It is the cradle of jazz, it has a multicultural and tolerant character, there are many plantation houses from earlier times, it has an image of a party town and has a great heritage of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century architecture.
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140 km
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120 km
Nottoway is the largest, most glorious, remaining antebellum mansion in the south, with a rich history dating back to 1859. In a fantastic location along the Great River Road, this White Castle of the South takes visitors back to an era of glory and grandeur. Surrounded by 200-year-old oaks, the mansion has three floors and 64 rooms, and boasts 22 white square columns. The most popular room among the guests is the White Ballroom, which is painted entirely in white with an elaborate gold decor. The rooms are trimmed with custom plaster friezes made of Spanish moss, clay, plaster and mud, and are all original. And as if that wasn't enough, this immaculate mansion was built with 365 openings - one for every day of the year. Nottoway Plantation fascinates with a brilliant blend of true southern hospitality, history and mystery.
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130 km
St. Francisville, founded in 1809, is the oldest city in the Florida Parishes. Below where St. Francisville is today, there was a settlement called Bayou Sara in the 1790s, when it was destroyed by floods and fires. The city is called "two miles long and two meters wide", but that certainly doesn't mean they have nothing to offer! With over 140 National Register buildings, beautiful plantation houses nestled in the beautiful countryside and bustling Main Street shops, this picturesque town situated on the bluffs of the Mississippi River has a style all of its own.
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120 km
This charming river town was founded in 1716, making it the oldest town in the Mississippi. The city is known for its elegance, hospitality and impressive preservation of history, which can be found on every street corner. Enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, museums and historic houses, all of which contribute to Hugh Bayless's book "The 100 Best Towns in America".
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140 km
Vicksburg perfectly combines southern culture and heritage with many modern attractions. This southern city, described by President Abraham Lincoln as the key to the south, has a history that can't be found in any other city from the civil war. Vicksburg was founded in 1811 and grew as a vital river port city. This city was an important part of the Civil War and carries much of its history. Today, Vicksburg is a popular place for tourists to get to know the city's battles, sample its cuisine, visit its many museums and pick out the perfect souvenir.
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140 km
The Mississippi Delta is more than just a geographical area. It is a way of life - a real cultural experience based on agriculture, music and history. These small river towns have inspired authors, musicians and artists for centuries.
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140 km
A day to enjoy and relax on the ship. For a unique experience, take a tour of the American Queen's Engine Room to explore the operation of this classic steam-powered ship. There's always plenty to do between sunrise and sunset on the river.
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Arrival at Memphis around 8 am, hopefully you enjoyed this unforgettable journey. Free stay in Memphis to discover this city. Memphis is known for two legendary people: civil rights activist Martin Luther King and superstar Elvis Presley, both of whom have left their mark on 'The River City'. In addition, the city along the Mississippi River is the cradle of blues music, a genre that is well represented on historic Beale Street. Soul and Rock-'n-roll are also regularly heard here.
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