Vicksburg National Military Park
Mississippi River
Beale Street, Memphis
8 day river cruise Mississippi Delta Explorer
city became a crossroads among Native American and European cultures. Day 5: Vicksburg Located on a high bluff where the Yazoo River flows into the Mississippi, Vicksburg is the epitome of Southern heritage and charm. It was incorporated in 1825 and, with its prime locale on the Mississippi, grew into an important port. Day 6: Greenville Greenville is Mississippi’s largest river port, set atop the highest point along the Mississippi River between Vicksburg and Memphis. Its rural setting belies a diverse artistic heritage. Day 7: Lower Mississippi River Teeming with a wide variety of birdlife and a breathtaking array of picturesque landscapes - including deep- green forests, lush wetlands and a patchwork of fertile farmlands - the Lower Mississippi abounds with natural beauty. This portion of America’s great waterway is also rich in history and culture, as reflected in the classic literature and music that have drawn inspiration from it. Day 8: Memphis - UK Situated on the Chickasaw bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, Memphis is revered for its blues music and barbecue. Some of the most famed names in blues, including B.B. King, got their start in Memphis, and the city has a well-deserved reputation as the home of this classic American music genre. After breakfast, disembark your ship and journey home.
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Lower Mississippi River
Darrow
Baton Rouge
Vicksbug
Fly to UK
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New Orleans
St. Francisville
Natchez
Greenville
Memphis
Day 1: UK - New Orleans Arrive in New Orleans and embark your ship. The birthplace of American jazz, New Orleans exudes a festive atmosphere along the balcony-lined Bourbon Street. In the heart of the French Quarter, soulful rhythms lift the spirit, especially during the city’s Mardi Gras celebration. Day 2: Darrow The Lower Mississippi region is dotted with historic mansions; Darrow is the gateway to these grand homes, meticulously kept and preserving the memory of early Southern American history. Day 3: St. Francisville & Baton Rouge Boasting more than 140 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, St. Francisville is set along one of the most historic bluffs of the Mississippi. The town is said to be “two miles long and two yards wide” because it was originally built on a narrow ridge overlooking the river. Then head to Baton Rouge, which paints a historic picture on the eastern bank of the Mississippi. Day 4: Natchez Natchez has one of the highest concentrations of historic Southern estates in the country. With its ideal locale, the
Reasons to love this ♥ Explore the fascinating towns along the banks of the Mississippi that preserve the memory of the American South’s early history ♥ Learn about Natchez’s French and Acadian heritage and pay your respects at the Vicksburg battlefield Your cruise includes ✓ Return flights and oversea transfers ✓ 7 nights on board Viking Mississippi ✓ Complimentary excursion in every port ✓ 20 delectable meals including 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners ✓ Wine, beer and soft drinks on board with lunch and dinner ✓ Visits to UNESCO Sites ✓ Gratuities on board ✓ Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances ✓ Complimentary Wi-Fi (signal permitting)
Cruise operates: January 2025 - June 2025, October 2025 - December 2025
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