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Highlights of the Mississippi River
New Orleans, LA to New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, LA to New Orleans, LA
5 Days / 4 NightsCruise Overview
Highlights of the Mississippi River
Your round-trip Mississippi River adventure begins and ends in New Orleans, a melting pot of French, African, and American culture. Here you can enjoy exclusive access to its vibrant music scene and the best in Cajun and Creole cuisine.
Travel to the magnificent Houmas House Plantation and enjoy its beautiful gardens and unique collection of Louisiana art. Be greeted with colorful Mardi Gras beads in Baton Rouge, before taking a one-of-a-kind guided tour through this fascinating city. Sip a cool Mint Julep on the west lawn of the Oak Alley Plantation in 19th-century fashion.
Ask about our Current Savings and our Complimentary Pre-cruise Packages which include a premium hotel stay and transportation to the ship.
Highlights of the Mississippi River Itinerary
Highlights of the Mississippi River Itinerary
Day By Day Itinerary
- Pre-Cruise Package and Complimentary Hotel Stay
- Day 1 New Orleans, LA
- Day 2 Houmas House, LA
- Day 3 Baton Rouge, LA
- Day 4 Oak Alley, LA
- Day 5 New Orleans, LA
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Pre-Cruise
On our Highlights of the Mississippi River cruise, we offer two convenient Pre-Cruise options, providing you will a seamless way to board the ship and explore the local area. Choose from our Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans Pre-Cruise Package or our Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay in New Orleans.
Pre-Cruise Hotel Stays must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date.
Excursions & Entertainment
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Day 1 - New Orleans, LA
Welcome to New Orleans, the perfect destination to begin your Mississippi River experience. This vivacious city is world-renowned for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene, and unique cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American influences. Once on board, enjoy a special welcoming reception, a chance to mingle with fellow guests and set sail for an incredible journey.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 2 - Houmas House, LA
Explore the Houmas House and its history as you stroll along the gardens, ponds, and the majestic live oak alley that adorn the grounds. Discover the southern splendor of "The Sugar Palace," with its 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 3 - Baton Rouge, LA
Baton Rouge features all the history you would expect in a state capital, but with an added downhome flavor that makes it truly unique. Led by our private guide, enjoy a tour of the cities' most famous attractions, including the Old and New State Capitol and the interactive Louisiana State Museum.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 4 - Oak Alley, LA
Once serving as an antebellum 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.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Return to Map
‹Previous Day
Return to Map
Day 5 - New Orleans, LA
End your journey where it began, in this city filled with culturally significant art, history, and architecture. On your journey home, reflect upon your enriching travel experience and all the new friends made along the way.
Excursions & Entertainment
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1-Night Four Seasons Pre-Cruise Package – New Orleans
Be the first to experience this unprecedented offering, which includes an overnight stay at the newly opened, Four Seasons New Orleans in central downtown and close to major attractions. Recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, this landmark tower has been meticulously restored into a five-star hotel. Celebrate the spirit of the Big Easy before beginning your amazing journey along the Mississippi River.
Pre-Cruise Packages must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date. Call 1-800-460-4518 for pricing and availability.
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1- Night Pre-Cruise Complimentary Hotel Stay
Each Mississippi itinerary comes complete with a Complimentary Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay, providing you with a seamless way to board the ship and explore the local area. Arrive the day before your scheduled cruise date and American Cruise Lines will handle the rest. The package includes a premium hotel stay, where you can enjoy the city at your leisure. On the morning of the cruise, meet in the hotel lobby after breakfast and we will transport you to the ship to begin your cruise. All luggage will be brought directly from the hotel and placed in your stateroom aboard the ship.
Pre-Cruise Hotel Stays must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date. Call 1-800-460-4518 to reserve your space.
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The Best Way to Experience New Orleans
For the most convenient and enriching New Orleans experience, be sure to take advantage of our pre-cruise options in this dynamic city, which include our Four Seasons Hotel Pre-Cruise Package or a Complimentary Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay.
×
Bayou Lafourche
Led by an expert Civil War historian, visit multiple Civil War battlefield locations along Bayou Lafourche. Learn about the history and culture of Antebellum Louisiana sugar cane plantation industry by visiting Laurel Valley Plantation, the largest surviving 19th and 20th-century sugar plantation. Featured here are miles of sugarcane fields, the original worker cabins, a schoolhouse, and a church. Visit the general store and view antique tools used for harvesting sugar cane.
×
Houmas House & Gardens - Complimentary Excursion
Admire the southern splendor of “The Sugar Palace” as you step into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Once inside, permission is granted to use the home’s furniture for a truly authentic experience. Led by Ms. Davis who has a personality as big as the mansion itself, hear stories of the home’s many inhabitants who are brought to life through their unique collection of Louisiana art. Following your introduction to the Houmas House and its history, explore on your own and enjoy lush acres of gardens, ponds, and a majestic live oak alley.
×
A Walk Through The Capital City - Complimentary Excursion
Experience the sights, sounds, and wonders of Baton Rouge, the Capital City of Louisiana. Led by a local expert guide, admire iconic and historical landmarks as you explore many of the well-known downtown neighborhoods on foot. Enjoy fascinating stories of the area’s culture, politics, history, and legends, while embracing the rich art, architecture, and nature along the route.
×
LSU Museum - Complimentary Excursion
Located on the 5th floor of the Shaw Center for the Arts, the LSU Museum of Art features world-class exhibitions of regional, American, and European painting, sculpture, decorative arts, works on paper, and photography. The permanent collection consists of objects ranging from a world-class collection of Chinese jade to one of the most comprehensive public collections of works focused on the art, culture, and history of Louisiana.
×
USS Kidd - Complimentary Excursion
Known as the “Pirate of the Pacific,” this Fletcher-class destroyer is a memorial to the men and women that served in the American armed forces and was named for Medal of Honor recipient Isaac C. Kidd Sr., who was killed aboard his flagship USS Arizona during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Take a step back in time on a self-guided exploration as you view artifacts and aircraft from World War II.
×
Louisiana Art & Science Museum - Complimentary Excursion
Housed in a historic railroad depot on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) offers educational entertainment for visitors of all ages. The art galleries showcase changing fine art exhibitions and selections from a permanent collection. The Ancient Egypt Gallery houses ancient artifacts and a Ptolemaic-era mummy that rests in a re-created rock-cut tomb. The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium features sky shows, large-format films, visual music shows, and galleries devoted to space science.
×
Cajun Pride Swamp Excursion
Enjoy a narrated boat ride in the Manchac Swamp, a privately owned wildlife refuge. Relax in a comfortable, covered boat, with walking room and open viewing from any seat. Swamp creatures are unafraid and responsive to our captain’s voice. In the safety and comfort of the boat, you will be able to get within a few feet of our “jumping gators.” Other animals to be on the lookout for include nutria, ibis, turtles, herons, raccoons, egrets, and more.
×
The Battle for Baton Rouge
Led by an expert Civil War historian, explore locations that were critical to the Battle of Baton Rouge and Port Hudson. Visit the historic Magnolia Cemetery and stand upon the very ground where the most intense fighting of the battle of Baton Rouge took place. Next, explore Port Hudson, the location of the longest military siege in U.S. history. View a film about the battles and siege, and admire original Civil War artifacts from Port Hudson. Be treated to an interpretive program conducted by Louisiana State Park Rangers.
×
Oak Alley Plantation - Complimentary Excursion
The perfectly aligned 300-year-old trees form a canopy which set a particularly grand entrance for our arrival. In small groups, explore the antebellum plantation’s many stately rooms and learn why it has earned the name “Grande Dame of The Great River Road.” Join us for a special gathering on the west lawn to sip mint juleps, before a visit to their popular gift shop which is known for its world-famous pralines.
×
New Orleans City Excursion
Travel through three centuries of history, legends, and romance as you encounter “The City That Care Forgot!” on this exciting excursion. Exploring the highlights of New Orleans, you will see many of the major sights and attractions including the famous French Quarter, homes of former Kings and Queens of Mardi Gras, stately mansions, and the exclusive Garden District.
Please Note: This tour is only offered on cruises ending in New Orleans, LA
Day By Day Itinerary
- Pre-Cruise Package and Complimentary Hotel Stay
- Day 1 New Orleans, LA
- Day 2 Oak Alley, LA
- Day 3 Baton Rouge, LA
- Day 4 Houmas House, LA
- Day 5 New Orleans, LA
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Pre-Cruise
On our Highlights of the Mississippi River cruise, we offer two convenient Pre-Cruise options, providing you will a seamless way to board the ship and explore the local area. Choose from our Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans Pre-Cruise Package or our Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay in New Orleans.
Pre-Cruise Hotel Stays must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 1 - New Orleans, LA
End your journey where it began, in this city filled with culturally significant art, history, and architecture. On your journey home, reflect upon your enriching travel experience and all the new friends made along the way.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 2 - Oak Alley, LA
Once serving as an antebellum 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.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 3 - Baton Rouge, LA
Baton Rouge features all the history you would expect in a state capital, but with an added downhome flavor that makes it truly unique. Led by our private guide, enjoy a tour of the cities' most famous attractions, including the Old and New State Capitol and the interactive Louisiana State Museum.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Next Day
‹Previous Day
Next Day›
Day 4 - Houmas House, LA
Explore the Houmas House and its history as you stroll along the gardens, ponds, and the majestic live oak alley that adorn the grounds. Discover the southern splendor of "The Sugar Palace," with its 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork.
Excursions & Entertainment
Previous Day
Return to Map
‹Previous Day
Return to Map
Day 5 - New Orleans, LA
Welcome to New Orleans, the perfect destination to begin your Mississippi River experience. This vivacious city is world-renowned for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene, and unique cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American influences. Once on board, enjoy a special welcoming reception, a chance to mingle with fellow guests and set sail for an incredible journey.
Excursions & Entertainment
×
1-Night Four Seasons Pre-Cruise Package – New Orleans
Be the first to experience this unprecedented offering, which includes an overnight stay at the newly opened, Four Seasons New Orleans in central downtown and close to major attractions. Recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, this landmark tower has been meticulously restored into a five-star hotel. Celebrate the spirit of the Big Easy before beginning your amazing journey along the Mississippi River.
Pre-Cruise Packages must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date. Call 1-800-460-4518 for pricing and availability.
×
1- Night Pre-Cruise Complimentary Hotel Stay
Each Mississippi itinerary comes complete with a Complimentary Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay, providing you with a seamless way to board the ship and explore the local area. Arrive the day before your scheduled cruise date and American Cruise Lines will handle the rest. The package includes a premium hotel stay, where you can enjoy the city at your leisure. On the morning of the cruise, meet in the hotel lobby after breakfast and we will transport you to the ship to begin your cruise. All luggage will be brought directly from the hotel and placed in your stateroom aboard the ship.
Pre-Cruise Hotel Stays must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date. Call 1-800-460-4518 to reserve your space.
×
New Orleans City Excursion
Travel through three centuries of history, legends, and romance as you encounter “The City That Care Forgot!” on this exciting excursion. Exploring the highlights of New Orleans, you will see many of the major sights and attractions including the famous French Quarter, homes of former Kings and Queens of Mardi Gras, stately mansions, and the exclusive Garden District.
Please Note: This tour is only offered on cruises ending in New Orleans, LA
×
Oak Alley Plantation - Complimentary Excursion
The perfectly aligned 300-year-old trees form a canopy which set a particularly grand entrance for our arrival. In small groups, explore the antebellum plantation’s many stately rooms and learn why it has earned the name “Grande Dame of The Great River Road.” Join us for a special gathering on the west lawn to sip mint juleps, before a visit to their popular gift shop which is known for its world-famous pralines.
×
A Walk Through The Capital City - Complimentary Excursion
Experience the sights, sounds, and wonders of Baton Rouge, the Capital City of Louisiana. Led by a local expert guide, admire iconic and historical landmarks as you explore many of the well-known downtown neighborhoods on foot. Enjoy fascinating stories of the area’s culture, politics, history, and legends, while embracing the rich art, architecture, and nature along the route.
×
LSU Museum - Complimentary Excursion
Located on the 5th floor of the Shaw Center for the Arts, the LSU Museum of Art features world-class exhibitions of regional, American, and European painting, sculpture, decorative arts, works on paper, and photography. The permanent collection consists of objects ranging from a world-class collection of Chinese jade to one of the most comprehensive public collections of works focused on the art, culture, and history of Louisiana.
×
USS Kidd - Complimentary Excursion
Known as the “Pirate of the Pacific,” this Fletcher-class destroyer is a memorial to the men and women that served in the American armed forces and was named for Medal of Honor recipient Isaac C. Kidd Sr., who was killed aboard his flagship USS Arizona during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Take a step back in time on a self-guided exploration as you view artifacts and aircraft from World War II.
×
Louisiana Art & Science Museum - Complimentary Excursion
Housed in a historic railroad depot on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) offers educational entertainment for visitors of all ages. The art galleries showcase changing fine art exhibitions and selections from a permanent collection. The Ancient Egypt Gallery houses ancient artifacts and a Ptolemaic-era mummy that rests in a re-created rock-cut tomb. The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium features sky shows, large-format films, visual music shows, and galleries devoted to space science.
×
Cajun Pride Swamp Excursion
Enjoy a narrated boat ride in the Manchac Swamp, a privately owned wildlife refuge. Relax in a comfortable, covered boat, with walking room and open viewing from any seat. Swamp creatures are unafraid and responsive to our captain’s voice. In the safety and comfort of the boat, you will be able to get within a few feet of our “jumping gators.” Other animals to be on the lookout for include nutria, ibis, turtles, herons, raccoons, egrets, and more.
×
The Battle for Baton Rouge
Led by an expert Civil War historian, explore locations that were critical to the Battle of Baton Rouge and Port Hudson. Visit the historic Magnolia Cemetery and stand upon the very ground where the most intense fighting of the battle of Baton Rouge took place. Next, explore Port Hudson, the location of the longest military siege in U.S. history. View a film about the battles and siege, and admire original Civil War artifacts from Port Hudson. Be treated to an interpretive program conducted by Louisiana State Park Rangers.
×
Bayou Lafourche
Led by an expert Civil War historian, visit multiple Civil War battlefield locations along Bayou Lafourche. Learn about the history and culture of Antebellum Louisiana sugar cane plantation industry by visiting Laurel Valley Plantation, the largest surviving 19th and 20th-century sugar plantation. Featured here are miles of sugarcane fields, the original worker cabins, a schoolhouse, and a church. Visit the general store and view antique tools used for harvesting sugar cane.
×
Houmas House & Gardens - Complimentary Excursion
Admire the southern splendor of “The Sugar Palace” as you step into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Once inside, permission is granted to use the home’s furniture for a truly authentic experience. Led by Ms. Davis who has a personality as big as the mansion itself, hear stories of the home’s many inhabitants who are brought to life through their unique collection of Louisiana art. Following your introduction to the Houmas House and its history, explore on your own and enjoy lush acres of gardens, ponds, and a majestic live oak alley.
×
The Best Way to Experience New Orleans
For the most convenient and enriching New Orleans experience, be sure to take advantage of our pre-cruise options in this dynamic city, which include our Four Seasons Hotel Pre-Cruise Package or a Complimentary Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay.
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6
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2015
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6
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2016
Guest Capacity
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Common Areas
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Other Cruises on the Mississippi River
New Orleans - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA to New Orleans, LA
- Pre-Cruise Package and Complimentary Hotel Stay
- Day 1 New Orleans, LA
- Day 2 Oak Alley, LA
- Day 3 Natchez, MS
- Day 4 Vicksburg, MS
- Day 5 St. Francisville, LA
- Day 6 Baton Rouge, LA
- Day 7 Houmas House, LA
- Day 8 New Orleans, LA
Lower Mississippi River Cruise
Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA
- Pre-Cruise Packages and Complimentary Hotel Stays
- Day 1 Memphis, TN
- Day 2 Day of River Cruising
- Day 3 Vicksburg, MS
- Day 4 Natchez, MS
- Day 5 St. Francisville, LA
- Day 6 Baton Rouge, LA
- Day 7 Houmas House, LA
- Day 8 New Orleans, LA
