American Queen Voyages Cruise - New Orleans / Memphis

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

 

  • Day 01: New Orleans
  • Day 02: New Orleans - White Castle
  • Day 03: Nottoway Plantation - St. Francisville
  • Day 04: St. Francisville - Natchez
  • Day 05: Natchez - Vicksburg
  • Day 06: Vicksburg - Greenville
  • Day 07: Greenville - Cruising on the river
  • Day 08: River Cruising - On the river
  • Day 09: Memphis
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day 1

New Orleans

1 Day

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.

day 2

New Orleans - White Castle

1 Day

140 km

Today is the big day to start an unforgettable journey.
The official check-in is open between 9:00 and 12:00 at the pre-cruise Hotel.  During this quick and easy procedure, the representatives will arrange your transfer to the ship and answer any questions you may have. If there are any further questions, the Hospitality Desk will be at your service until 15:00, when the free boat transfers start!
After you have comfortably boarded the ship, you will embark on an incredible adventure on the Mighty Mississippi.
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day 3

Nottoway Plantation - St. Francisville

1 Day

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.

day 4

St. Francisville - Natchez

1 Day

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.

day 5

Natchez - Vicksburg

1 Day

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".

day 6

Vicksburg - Greenville

1 Day

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.

day 7

Greenville - Cruising on the river

1 Day

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.

day 8

River Cruising - On the river

1 Day

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.

day 9

Memphis

1 Day

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.

Not Included

All services NOT mentioned such as: 

  • International passport and charges for 
    • ESTA - 21 USD per person-Valid for  2 years (USA) and  / or
    • ETA- 7 CAD per person-Valid for 5 years(Canada). 
  • Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
  • Eventual costs to comply with sanitairy and health conditions , pasports and or certificates and tests.
  • Transfer from the airport to hotel on arrival and on departure, exept where otherwise detailed in the description
  • Meals at the hotels or outside except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
  • Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
  • All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more. 
  • The usual tip (part of their salary) for the Driver and the Guide (usually per person 4 usd per day)