USA River Cruises
Explore the United States on some of the nation's great waterways, as intimate vessels carry you to fascinating river towns and port cities.
Passengers on a Mississippi River cruise will savor the soul of a nation, visiting some of its most renowned cities. Learn about Civil War history in Vicksburg or the origin of blues, country and jazz in cities like Memphis and New Orleans. Some of these itineraries will also sail the Ohio and Tennessee Rivers. Enjoy the gentle waters of the Ohio River as you sail past St. Louis' legendary gateway arch or visit distinguished Louisville, Kentucky. Guests sailing the Tennessee River, a large tributary of the Ohio River, will see beautiful bridges and possibly pass through the Tennessee River Gorge.
The Hudson River traverses the State of New York flowing north to south, and sailings on this river will travel to famous Big Apple hot spots. Passengers can visit West Point Military Academy or stroll through New York City on a walking tour.
The Erie Canal links Lake Erie to the Hudson River, and guests sailing this waterway will observe its flourishing waterscape and beautiful birds.
Guests cruising the Columbia River will travel through Washington and Oregon. Discover Hells Canyon aboard a covered jetboat or view the Columbia River Gorge as you are immersed in the culture of the Pacific Northwest.
A river cruise offers each guest an insider's look at the rich culture of America. You'll enjoy a leisurely sailing that's easy to budget because your accommodations, most meals and guided sightseeing at each stop are included in one price, paid upfront.
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Save $750 per couple on select American Queen Steamboat sailings when you book by May 31, 2013.
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Receive free onboard credits of up to $350 per stateroom on select sailings with American Queen Steamboat Company.
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Save $1,000 per couple off select river cruises with American Cruise Lines.
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Save $400 per couple off select departures with American Cruise Lines when you book three months in advance.
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Enjoy two free hotel nights before your cruise when you book select 2013 American Queen Steamboat Company sailings 60 days before the departure.
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Save up to 10% off the land price of Insight tours when you book and pay at least 12 months prior to departure.
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Save up to 7.5% off the land price of Insight tours when you book and pay at least 10 months prior to departure.
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Insight travelers ages 5-17 save up to 10% off the land price. Age restrictions may apply to certain regions.
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Insight Club Bon Voyage members save up to 5% off the land price.
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Globus Journeys Club members save 5% off the land price.
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Enjoy free shore excursions on every sailing with American Queen Steamboat Company.
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Military members save $100 off the cruise/land price of select Avalon trips when you book by December 31, 2013.
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Receive one free hotel night before your cruise when you book select American Queen Steamboat Company sailings 60 days in advance.
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Avalon Journeys Club members save 5% off the cruise/land price.
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Group discounts! Book a group of 5-8 on the same Insight tour and each person saves 5% off the land price. Further savings may be available for groups of 9 or more.
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River cruises are rated according to the quality of the vessel and its accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities both on and off the ship, the class of hotels used for land portions of itineraries, and the level of service delivered. The river cruises below are categorized according to the industry rating scale (budget, first class and deluxe). Click any cruise name for the itinerary, dates and prices.
| Music of the Rivers 2013 (Pittsburgh to Cincinnati) |
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Pittsburgh, PA |
Cincinnati, OH |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Plantation Cruise 2013 |
5 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Music of the Rivers 2013 (Cincinnati to Pittsburgh) |
6 |
Cincinnati, OH |
Pittsburgh, PA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (Pittsburgh to Cincinnati) |
6 |
Pittsburgh, PA |
Cincinnati, OH |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Baseball Legends 2013 (Cincinnati to Pittsburgh) |
6 |
Cincinnati, OH |
Pittsburgh, PA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey: Harvests, History & Landscapes 2013 (Portland to Clarkston) |
7 |
Portland, OR |
Clarkston, WA |
Lindblad |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey: Harvests, History & Landscapes 2013 (Clarkston to Portland) |
7 |
Clarkston, WA |
Portland, OR |
Lindblad |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson River 2013 (7 Day) |
7 |
New York City, NY |
New York City, NY |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Delta Queen Steamboat Company & PSSOA Reunion 2013 (St. Louis to Memphis) |
7 |
St. Louis, MO |
Memphis,TN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (Memphis to St. Louis) |
7 |
Memphis,TN |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson River 2014 (7 Day) |
7 |
New York City, NY |
New York City, NY |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (New Orleans Roundtrip, Jazz Cruise) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Louis to St. Paul, Mark Twain Tribute Cruise) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis, Mark Twain Tribute Cruise) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis, Old Fashioned Summer Cruise) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Adventure 2013 (Memphis to New Orleans) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
Memphis,TN |
Collette |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Great Rivers of Florida 2014 |
8 |
Jacksonville, FL |
Jacksonville, FL |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson River 2013 (8 Day) |
8 |
New York City, NY |
New York City, NY |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Delta Queen Steamboat Company & PSSOA Reunion 2013 (Roundtrip New Orleans) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Thanksgiving Cruise 2013 |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Southern Culture 2013 (8-Day, Roundtrip New Orleans) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| American Hootenanny 2013 |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage 2013 (St. Louis to St. Paul) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Gardens of the River 2013 |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
Memphis,TN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Old-Fashioned Holidays 2013 (New Orleans to Memphis) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
Memphis,TN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Old-Fashioned Holidays 2013 (Memphis to New Orleans) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| New Year's Eve Cruise 2013-2014 |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson River 2013 (8 Day, New York Roundtrip) |
8 |
New York City, NY |
New York City, NY |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson River 2013 (8 Day, Fall Foliage) |
8 |
Providence, RI |
New York City, NY |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (Memphis to St. Louis) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Great Rivers of Florida 2013 |
8 |
Jacksonville, FL |
Jacksonville, FL |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (New Orleans to Memphis) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
Memphis,TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (Memphis to New Orleans) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (New Orleans Roundtrip) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Louis to St. Paul) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Louis to Memphis) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
Memphis,TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (Cincinnati to St. Louis) |
8 |
Cincinnati, OH |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Louis to Cincinnati) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
Cincinnati, OH |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (Nashville to St. Louis) |
8 |
Nashville, TN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (Memphis to Nashville) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
Nashville, TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers 2013 (Portland to Clarkston) |
8 |
Portland, OR |
Clarkston, WA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers 2013 (Clarkston to Portland) |
8 |
Clarkston, WA |
Portland, OR |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Potomac & Tidewaters 2013 (Philadelphia to Washington) |
8 |
Philadelphia, PA |
Washington, D.C. |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Baseball Legends 2013 (St. Louis to Cincinnati) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
Cincinnati, OH |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Manifest Destiny 2013 |
8 |
Chattanooga, TN |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (Cincinnati to St. Louis) |
8 |
Cincinnati, OH |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Adventure featuring a 4-night cruise on the American Queen 2013 |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
Memphis,TN |
Collette |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| American Civil War Cruise 2013 |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage Voyage to New England & the Hudson River 2013 |
8 |
Gloucester, MA |
New York City, NY |
TDI |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Paul to St. Louis, Fall Foliage) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2013 (St. Louis to St. Paul, Fall Foliage) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers 2014 (Portland to Clarkston) |
8 |
Portland, OR |
Clarkston, WA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Columbia & Snake Rivers 2014 (Clarkston to Portland) |
8 |
Clarkston, WA |
Portland, OR |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (New Orleans to Memphis) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
Memphis,TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (Memphis to New Orleans) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (New Orleans Roundtrip) |
8 |
New Orleans, LA |
New Orleans, LA |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (St. Paul to St. Louis) |
8 |
St. Paul, MN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (St. Louis to St. Paul) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (St. Louis to Cincinnati) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
Cincinnati, OH |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (Cincinnati to St. Louis) |
8 |
Cincinnati, OH |
Cincinnati, OH |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (Memphis to St. Louis) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
St. Louis, MO |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (St. Louis to Memphis) |
8 |
St. Louis, MO |
Memphis,TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (Memphis to Nashville) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
Nashville, TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Mississippi River Cruise 2014 (Nashville to Memphis) |
8 |
Memphis,TN |
Nashville, TN |
ACL |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (St. Louis to St. Paul) |
9 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Civil War 2013 |
9 |
Memphis,TN |
Chattanooga, TN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Good Old Summertime 2013 (10-Day, St. Louis to St. Paul) |
10 |
St. Louis, MO |
St. Paul, MN |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Colors on the Hudson & Coastal New England: Boston to New York 2013 |
10 |
Boston, MA |
New York City, NY |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Colors on the Hudson & Coastal New England: New York to Boston 2013 |
10 |
New York City, NY |
Boston, MA |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Historic Northeast & Hudson: Boston to New York 2013 |
10 |
Boston, MA |
New York City, NY |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Life on the Mississippi 2013 |
11 |
Memphis,TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Tauck |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage Spectacular: From the Windy City to the Twin Cities 2013 |
11 |
Chicago, IL |
St. Paul, MN |
Globus |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage Spectacular: From the Windy City to the Twin Cities 2013 |
11 |
Chicago, IL |
St. Paul, MN |
Avalon |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage Spectacular: From the Windy City to the Twin Cities 2014 |
11 |
Chicago, IL |
St. Paul, MN |
Avalon |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Fall Foliage Spectacular: From the Windy City to the Twin Cities 2014 |
11 |
Chicago, IL |
St. Paul, MN |
Globus |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: From Music City to the Big Easy 2014 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Globus |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: From Music City to the Big Easy 2014 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Avalon |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: Southern Culture 2013 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Avalon |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: Old-Fashioned Holidays 2013 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Avalon |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: Southern Culture 2013 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Globus |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| America's Heartland: Old-Fashioned Holidays 2013 |
12 |
Nashville, TN |
New Orleans, LA |
Globus |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Great Steamboat Era 2013 (New Orleans to St. Louis) |
13 |
New Orleans, LA |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Lewis & Clark and Route 66 2013 |
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Pittsburgh, PA |
St. Louis, MO |
Steamboat |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson, Erie Canal, St. Lawrence Seaway: New York to Montreal 2013 |
13 |
New York City, NY |
Montreal, Canada |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Hudson, Erie Canal, St. Lawrence Seaway: Montreal to New York 2013 |
13 |
Montreal, Canada |
New York City, NY |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Erie Canal & Great Lakes: Chicago to Rhode Island 2013 |
16 |
Chicago, IL |
Warren, RI |
Blount |
1st Class |
Dates and Prices |
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| Southern Tastes & Dixie Tunes with Mississippi Cruise GOLD 2013 |
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Nashville, TN |
Memphis,TN |
Insight |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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| Rhythms & Flavors of America with Mississippi Cruise GOLD 2013 |
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Chicago, IL |
Memphis,TN |
Insight |
Deluxe |
Dates and Prices |
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* Key to Quality Ratings

Tours are classified according to the quality of amenities and accommodations.

Budget = River cruises typically range from $100 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.
First Class = River cruises typically range from $150 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.
Deluxe = River cruises typically range from $250 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.
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The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines. Sorry, we are unable to offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to arrange their own transportation to the trip origination city, we are able to offer the land/cruise portion of the package at the price quoted.
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