7 Night Cruise sailing from New Orleans to Memphis aboard American Queen.

Lower Mississippi Cruises:
Memory flows deep and sentiment eddies and swirls along the Lower Mississippi River. Once divided by these very waters, when cotton was king and the plantation lifestyle was at its zenith, the North and South were at war, each armed with conflicting visions of what was worth dying for. Look back as each battlefield and grave marker has a story to tell. Then celebrate the living, breathing places where southern culture continues to enjoy a modern-day renaissance.

Blues & Barbecue
Blues music and the aroma of barbeque fill the air. Join us as we explore the birth of blues and its history in this region. Along the way enjoy all that's good about Southern barbecue!

Day 1: New Orleans, LA
Departure: 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of New Orleans today. This afternoon, you will board the American Queen to begin your voyage. Kick off the festivities with a Welcome Aboard Dinner.

Day 2: Steamboating
Settle into a rocking chair and just let the scenery glide by. Or join in the fun of our numerous onboard activities. Your full day of leisurely steamboating on the river sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation.

Day 3: Natchez, MS
Arrival: 12:00 p.m. - Departure: 5:00 p.m.
Step into the plantation lifestyle of the antebellum south in Natchez, site of numerous restored mansions. Visit historic Jefferson College, or just amble down the Natchez Trace.

Day 4: Vicksburg, MS
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. - Departure: 1:00 p.m.
Discover a unique blend of old and new in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Take in the diversity from Vicksburg National Military Park to the Waterways Experiment Station. Billed as the "Red Carpet City of the South," Southern hospitality is alive and well and awaiting your arrival.

Day 5: Steamboating
The Great Waters of the Mississippi river system originate in Lake Itasca and roll relentlessly to the Gulf of Mexico. This force of nature is your constant companion during a magical day of uninterrupted cruising.

Day 6: Helena, AR
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. - Departure: 1:00 p.m.
Let gospel voices lift your heart, hear soulful Delta blues, and sample King biscuits and sausage during an eventful day.

Day 7: Memphis, TN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
The American Queen will arrive in Memphis today, just in time for the Memphis in May Festival. Today, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the festival and then return home to the comforts of your home away from home, the American Queen.

Day 8: Disembark in Memphis, TN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
Bid your fellow steamboaters a fond farewell.