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8 Night Lower Mississippi River and Land Tour

From New Orleans to Memphis

American Melody

American Cruise Lines
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 11080632
  • Departs: Thu, Dec 19, 2024
  • Returns: Fri, Dec 27, 2024
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    Balcony $5,190
    Suite $7,170
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 19, 2024
    Day
    1
    New Orleans, United States
    • New Orleans, United States
    Settle into your hotel and enjoy a feast for your senses as you explore this magical city, renowned for its delicious cuisine, vibrant music scene, and rich culture with an international flair. Stroll the tree-lined avenues, take a carriage ride through the French Quarter, hop aboard a streetcar to the gorgeous Garden District, or visit the renowned National World War II Museum. ...
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    Friday - Dec 20, 2024
    Day
    2
    New Orleans, United States
    • New Orleans, United States

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Friday - Dec 20, 2024
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • New Orleans, United States
    • Cruising the Mississippi River, United States
    Board your ship and be treated to a Welcome Reception. Get to know your fellow guests and savor the view as you enjoy the afternoon rolling on the mighty Mississippi. Be entertained by onboard performers who will perform the music born of the river.
    Saturday - Dec 21, 2024
    Day
    3
    Oak Alley, United States
    • Oak Alley, United States
    • Houmas House, United States
    Once serving as an sugar cane homestead, Oak Alley Plantation is named after its most distinguishing feature, a row of 300-year-old oak trees. This leafy canopy forms a quarter-mile path leading to the Mississippi River. Restored to its 19th-century grandeur, this classic Greek Revival-style antebellum mansion is breathtaking. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 22, 2024
    Day
    4
    Baton Rouge, United States
    • Baton Rouge, United States
    Meaning "red stick", Baton Rouge's 1699 French name references an ancient geographical marker and reflects the city's long history. As Louisiana's state capital, the city still echoes with tales of the characters who lived here, most notably Governor and Senator Huey P. Long. Learn about his dramatic career at the magnificent 1852 Old State Capitol Museum and visit Long's 1932 State Capitol building, an architectural marvel of granite and marble. Explore many of the well-known downtown neighborhoods, while embracing the rich art, architecture, and nature along the route. If you feel adventurous, take a narrated boat ride through a Louisiana swamp. ...
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    Monday - Dec 23, 2024
    Day
    5
    Natchez, United States
    • Natchez, United States
    In Natchez, grand homes sparkle like jewels, adorning the bluffs that tower above the river. Since 1716, when the French first built a fort here among the Natchez Indians, the town has grown to boast elaborate mansions built by planters in the 1800s to flaunt their wealth. With no Civil War fighting here, Natchez still features hundreds of antebellum homes and buildings. Each of these architectural treasures has its own story to tell, creating a charming downtown that embodies the essence of southern charm and hospitality. Explore on your own or enjoy an array of curated, guided explorations. Tour the elaborate townhomes, visit a working cotton farm to learn about the crop's importance in history and today, discover the historic Under-The-Hill Saloon. Drift through quaint shops, nibble on local delights, and enjoy the expansive views of the majestic river valley from the bluff-top park. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 24, 2024
    Day
    6
    Vicksburg, United States
    • Vicksburg, United States
    Vicksburg is a place of drama. During the Civil War, the struggle to control Vicksburg proved to be a major turning point. The well-fortified connection between river and rail transportation was known as "The Gibraltar of the West". A narrated exploration of the well-preserved National Military Park battlefield enlivens this powerful story and highlights its significance. President Abraham Lincoln summarized Vicksburg's importance clearly when he said, "Vicksburg is the key. The war can never be brought to a close until that key is in our pocket... They can defy us from Vicksburg... As valuable as New Orleans will be to us, Vicksburg will be more so". Several other excursion options are available, including exploring museums and historic sites with local expert guides or on your own. Walk aboard an enormous Army Corps of Engineers towboat. Stroll along the charming series of murals painted along the adjacent floodwall and read panels detailing the Vicksburg stories they illustrate. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 25, 2024
    Day
    7
    • Cruising the Mississippi River, United States
    As you cruise toward the vibrant city of Memphis, enjoy the beauty of the heart and the soul of the Mississippi Delta. Mingle with guests in one of our comfortable lounges, read a good book on your private balcony, or take part in one of our many onboard activities.
    Thursday - Dec 26, 2024
    Day
    8
    Memphis, United States
    • Memphis, United States
    Welcome to Memphis, a historic city which rises picturesquely up the hillside from the river, adorned with grand oak trees, lush parks, and historic sites that commemorate everything from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. Immerse yourself in its rich musical legacy as you stroll along legendary Beale Street, where music flows from every doorway, and savor the rich flavors and aromas of the city's famous BBQ. Choose from an array of customized excursions. Perhaps take a narrated motorcoach excursion to get an overview of this dramatic city. Or indulge in the glamor of the Peabody Hotel. Explore the home, life, and career of Elvis Presley or make your pilgrimage to Sun Studio, where he recorded his earliest smash-hits. The comfort of your ship awaits at the nearby Beale Street Landing, docked along an impressive, recently renovated city park. Be entertained onboard by local musicians as you savor a nightcap. ...
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    Friday - Dec 27, 2024
    Day
    9
    Memphis, United States
    • Memphis, United States
    Enjoy breakfast onboard the ship, before beginning your journey home. Reflect upon your adventures and the new friends made along the way.


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