April 23, 2017
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May 1, 2017
From moss-draped oak trees and fragrant, idyllic gardens to stately pillared mansions and storybook downtown districts, the American South conjures up an array of enchanting images. Celebrate the region’s intriguing history and architectural elegance on a Mississippi River cruise aboard the magnificent American Queen. From Memphis to New Orleans, let our nation’s most iconic waterway carry you to welcoming towns in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Your adventure begins with a stay in Memphis, home to Sun Studio and Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Then board the grand American Queen and sail to Greenville, a lovely town nestled on the banks of Lake Ferguson. Visit the delightful antique shops and museums of Vicksburg, or step back in
time at the renowned Vicksburg National Military Park. Continue to the oldest settlement on the Mississippi, Natchez, graced with stunning gardens and palatial mansions. Then stroll along St. Francisville’s Royal Street, the historic heart of the city, and admire Louisiana’s Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge. Before concluding your journey in New Orleans, explore the impressive halls of
Nottoway, the largest plantation house in the South. Discover captivating landscapes, picturesque towns, and the tranquility of river cruising aboard the American Queen. Your cruise includes beautifully appointed accommodations, fascinating lectures and shore excursions, and delicious Southern cuisine. Reserve your spot by November 4, 2016, to receive the one-night pre-cruise hotel stay as well as the $800 early booking savings per stateroom. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore treasured towns of the Old South with us.
