SUMMARY:
Cruise Package Duration: 8 nights Cruise-Stay
Package Begins: 07 April 2024 – hotel in New Orleans, USA
Cruise Begins: 08 April 2024 – embark, New Orleans, USA
Cruise Ends: 15 April 2024 – disembark, Memphis, USA
Ship: American Queen
River: Lower Mississippi
INCLUSIONS:
• 1 night pre-cruise hotel stay with breakfast in New Orleans
• One way transfer from hotel to port on cruise departure day
• 7 night Mississippi River cruise aboard the American Queen from New Orleans to Memphis
• All onboard meals, including both fine dining and casual cuisine
• Complimentary hop-on hop-off shore excursions in each port of call
• 24-Hour room service onboard cruise
• Complimentary onboard cruise unlimited beverages – including beer, wine by the glass, spirits and cocktails valued at up to US $12 in value per drink including 15% gratuity (does not include special tasting events onboard)
• Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffees, tea, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your cruise voyage
• A dedicated fleet of deluxe motor coaches
• Port charges of USD $249 per person
• Prepaid ships gratuities of USD $137 per person
DISCOUNTS:
The fares shown here are full brochure fare. This cruise may also have discounts applicable for Australian residents. Please contact us for your best offer. All rates in USD – U.S Dollars.
Special Conditions
Special Validity Dates
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Apr 2024 | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
Hotel | |
| 08 Apr 2024 | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
Embark | 5:00 PM |
| 09 Apr 2024 | Nottoway, Louisiana, USA |
9:00 AM | 5:30 PM |
| 10 Apr 2024 | Pointe Coupee, Louisiana, USA |
8:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 11 Apr 2024 | Natchez, Mississippi, USA |
8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 12 Apr 2024 | Vicksburg, Mississippi, USA |
8:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 13 Apr 2024 | Greenville, Mississippi, USA |
12:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 14 Apr 2024 | River Cruising |
||
| 15 Apr 2024 | Memphis Tennessee, USA |
5:00 AM |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
7 Night Cruise sailing from New Orleans to Memphis aboard American Queen. Hotel stay pre-cruise in New Orleans.
Day by Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Hotel Stay – New Orleans
Enjoy your complimentary stay in New Orleans. The evening is yours to get self-acquainted with the many treasures of New Orleans.
Day 2: New Orleans, LA
Departure 5:00 PM
Today is the big day! Spend your last day here in the city of New Orleans before embarking on an unforgettable journey!
After you are comfortably aboard the vessel, wave “Au Revoir” to New Orleans as we set off on an incredible adventure up the Mighty Mississippi!
Day 3: Nottoway, LA
Nottoway is the South’s largest, most glorious remaining Antebellum mansion with a rich history dating back to 1859. In a fabulous location along the great River Road overlooking the grand Mississippi River, this “White Castle” of the South transports visitors back to an era of glory and grandeur. Set amongst a natural backdrop of vibrant gardens and two hundred-year-old oak trees, Nottoway Plantation captivates all with a brilliant blend of true Southern hospitality, history and mystery.
Day 4: Pointe Coupee
Day 5: Natchez, MS
This charming river town was first inhabited by Natchez Indians and French explorers who shared the land. It was founded in 1716, making it the oldest city on the Mississippi. The city is known for its elegance, hospitality, and impressive preservation of history – found on every street corner throughout Natchez. Guests enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, museums, and historical homes located in Natchez, all of which contribute to Hugh Bayless’ book, “The 100 Best Towns in America.”
Day 6: Vicksburg, MS
Vicksburg perfectly blends Southern culture and heritage with exciting modern-day attractions. Described as the “Key to the South” by Abraham Lincoln, this southern town carries a history unlike any other Civil War city. Vicksburg was founded in 1811 and grew as a vital river port city. It was a major component to the Civil War and carries much of the history within the town. Today, Vicksburg is a popular spot for tourists to learn about the battles of the city, taste the cuisine, visit the many museums, and pick out the perfect souvenir.
Day 7: Greenville, MS
The Mississippi Delta is more than a geographical region. It is a way of life – a true cultural experience based around agriculture, music and history. These small river towns have been the inspiration for authors, musicians and artists for centuries. Lower Mississippi River voyages include a unique glimpse into a Port of the Mississippi Delta.
Day 8: Leisurely River Cruising
Relax on deck with a copy of Huckleberry Finn or another imaginative selection borrowed from our revered Mark Twain Gallery, enjoy some quiet time in the Ladies’ Tea Parlor, or recruit your fellow guests for an exciting board game in our Gentlemen’s Card Room. For a remarkable one-of-a-kind experience, take a guided tour of the American Queen’s Engine Room to explore the inner workings of our classic, steam-powered vessel. There is always plenty to do between dawn and dusk on the river!
Day 9: Memphis, TN
Arrival 8:00 AM
Thank you for cruising with us! We hope that you had a memorable experience and look forward to welcoming you aboard in the future.
The largest steamboat ever built, the grand American Queen is a gracious and elegant triumph of American ingenuity. Our flagship paddlewheeler is a gentle soul packaged within the ornate detailing that embellishes her exterior. Any traveler who chooses to cruise on this iconic riverboat will soon find that her steady heart beats to the rhythm of music and discourse that resound within her walls.
Embark on a river cruise aboard the 417-passenger American Queen, the wondrous steamboat that introduces her riders to the waters that she calls home – the great rivers that have sustained towns, wildlife and memories throughout history.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 418 feet
- Tonnage: 3707 tonnes
- Maiden Voyage: 1995
- Refurbished: 2017
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 417
- Crew Nationality: American
- Officer Nationality: American
- Dining Staff Nationality: American
- Ship Registration: USA
Ship Amenities
- Private Bath and Shower
- Flat-screen TV
- 24-Hour Room Service
Ship Facilities
- Library
- Grand Saloon
- J.M. White Dining Saloon
- Engine Room Bar
- Main Deck Lounge
- Gym
- Pool
- River Grill & Bar
- Front Porch Cafe
- Theatre
- Gentlemen’s Card Room
- Ladies Parlor
- Mark Twain Gallery
- Boutique
- Library
- Grand Saloon
- J.M.White Dining Saloon
- Engine Room Bar
- Main Deck Lounge
- Gym
- Spa
- Pool
- River Grill & Bar
- Front Porch Cafe
- Theatre
- Ladies Parlour
- Gentlemen’s Card Room
- Mark Twain Gallery
- Boutique
- 11 Bikes
- 45 Walking Sticks
To really see North America, to understand the land and its people, you need to explore not only the iconic cities, but the pathways between. American Queen Voyages encourages guests to slow down and meander the waterways, to explore an America you thought you knew, in an entirely different way.
American Queen Voyages embodies the story of America’s fabled rivers in their iconic red paddlewheelers. Over the past 10 years, their flagship riverboat, American Queen, has traversed the waterways throughout the Deep South and the Heartland. She meanders as far north as Minneapolis, as far south as New Orleans, and as far west as Pittsburgh, on occasion even journeying along the Tennessee and Cumberland rivers. American Empress calls the Columbia and Snake rivers of the Pacific Northwest her home, while American Countess travels where the soul of the American South flows. They’ve built an award-winning fleet of paddlewheelers and boats, including the newly built Ocean Victory which is built for exploration in earth’s most fragile places. They’re your home away from home, and wherever they go, curious locals line up along the shores welcoming guests when they arrive and waving goodbye when they leave. Every journey is all-inclusive and complete with onboard activities, shore excursions, genuine hospitality, elevated dining, and sophisticated accommodation. On every journey, discovery runs deep. From the sounds of New Orleans Jazz to the taste of Memphis barbeque and the tales of Mark Twain, our iconic red paddlewheelers churn with new possibilities and adventure ahead.
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190 sq. ft. An expansive bay window overlooking the ever-changing scenery of
America’s heartland is the main draw of this spacious category. Curl
up in front of the window with a new novel and savor a moment that
belongs to only you.
* Queen Bed or Two Single Beds
* Tub/Shower Combination
* Flat-screen TV
* Bay Window
* Interior Access
* Cabin Deck
132-140 sq. ft. Surrounded by wonderful period details and with every
modern convenience, you will find your cares disappear
within moments upon entering these cozy havens. Ample
shelving and storage spaces keep your necessities out of the
way but easily accessible.
* Queen Bed or Two Single Beds
* Shower or X-Large Shower
* Flat-screen TV
* Observation and Texas Decks
Can you imagine opening French doors to a sweeping river vista and the sweet scent of magnolia trees? In these staterooms, there’s no need to dream any longer. Sit on the deck outside your stateroom and greet early morning strollers, relax in bed with your favorite book, or soak in a hot bath. * 190 to 205 sq. ft. * Two Single Beds or Queen Bed * Tub/Shower Combination * Flat-screen TV * French Doors Open Onto Deck * Observation Deck
Can you imagine opening French doors to a sweeping river vista and the sweet scent of magnolia trees? In these staterooms, there’s no need to dream any longer. Sit on the deck outside your stateroom and greet early morning strollers, relax in bed with your favorite book, or soak in a hot bath. * 140-160 sq. ft. * Two Single Beds or One Queen Bed * Shower or Tub/Shower Combination * Flat-screen TV * French Doors Open Onto Deck * Observation, Cabin and Texas Decks
Unaccompanied travelers should never have to sacrifice the comforts of home. Surrounded by wonderful period details and with every modern convenience, you will find your cares disappear within moments upon entering your cozy home away from home. We’ve spared no expense on the small details that make all the difference in the world. * 80 sq. ft. * Single Bed * Shower * Flat-screen TV * Observation Deck
These spacious retreats offer unmatched views, each with a 6-foot-square viewing window that overlooks the paddlewheel, for a truly authentic steamboat experience. It is important to note that while some guests are enamored with the allure of the more traditional experience, others may find the turning of the paddlewheel to produce more sound and vibration than they like at times.
Stateroom 383 (342 sq. ft.)
Staterooms 385 and 386 (302 sq. ft.)
Traditional paddlewheel experience
Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
Sitting area with sofa-bed
6-foot-square picture window overlooking the paddlewheel
Vanity, mirror and writing desk
Interior access
Texas Deck
You will feel right at home on the river in our magnificent suites. Indulge in a soothing soak in your tub, and then retire to your cozy armchair or sofa, prop your feet up on the ottoman and read through the River Times – our daily program – to discover the delights that await.
230 sq. ft. with open veranda
Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with tub/shower combination
Sitting area with sofa-bed
Vanity mirror and writing desk
Flat-screen TV
French doors open to deck
Interior and exterior access
Promenade Deck
Settle into your sitting area, open the French doors to the deck, and greet the day as the banks of the river slip majestically by. Some staterooms in this category offer a view of the paddlewheel, while others provide expansive views of America’s heartland.
210 sq. ft with open veranda
Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
Sitting area
Vanity mirror and desk
French doors open to deck
Interior and exterior access
Promenade and Observation Decks
Preferred dining arrangements
Greet the day in your cozy stateroom, relaxing before breakfast or enjoying a leisurely morning in bed with room service.
132-140 sq. ft.
Queen bed
Full bathroom with tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
Interior access
Observation Deck
348 sq. ft. with 690 sq. ft. veranda.
Perched atop the
American Queen
in the best location with
sprawling views of the river, you will feel like Thomas P. Leathers,
one of the wealthiest and most successful
steamboat owners of the 19th century.
Open your French doors and step out
onto your veranda to unwind on your
amply furnished patio. Adorned with 11
ft. vaulted ceilings, overhead lighting, a
cozy interior lounging area with sofa-
bed and cocktail tables, these expansive
suites can accommodate up to three guests and epitomize luxurious
river cruising. Boasting every essential amenity while providing
the ultimate in relaxation and pampering, you will relish the many
exclusive benefits of our Commodore Services® while being well
attended to by your personal river butler.
* Queen Bed
* Tub/Shower Combination
* Lounging Area with Sofa-bed
* Dressing Area with Granite Vanity, Mirror and Desk
* Flat-screen TV
* Keurig Coffee Maker & Personal Refrigerator
* French Doors Open onto Exclusive Veranda
* Furnished Patio with Sofa, Two Chairs and Coffee Table
* Promenade Deck
* Exclusive Commodore Services®
Guests holding reservations for suite-level accommodations will receive our exclusive
Commodore Services
. This elite level of service includes special access to private voyage check-in
and pre-boarding privileges, a bottle of wine with fresh fruit basket upon arrival, preferred dining
arrangements, reserved balcony seating in the Grand Saloon theater and a private reception with
Senior Officers of the
American Queen.
Guests of our Owner’s Suites and Luxury Suites will also receive the services of a friendly River Butler. River Butler service
includes a warm welcome with a tour of your suite, unpacking and hanging of clothes in addition to the preparation and
packing of your luggage, laundry and pressing services along with shoe shine and conditioning, afternoon tea served in
your suite, breakfast and dinner served on your private veranda, in-suite pre-dinner canapés and post-dinner sweets, as
well as a personal escort to your reserved balcony seating in the Grand Saloon theater.
353-363 sq. ft. Our spacious, elegant suites are furnished with authentic
Antebellum décor and fabulous antiques providing the warm
ambiance of a fine Southern estate home. Open your French doors
and delight in sweeping river views as you sip a beverage and share
conversation in your cozy sitting area. With two configurations
to choose from, either one large room suite with private veranda
or two adjoining rooms with open veranda, these intimate
suites accommodate a variety of travel needs and are the
ideal choice for family and friends vacationing together.
As a guest of our luxury suite, you will also be treated to
exclusive suite-level Commodore Services®, as well as
personal river butler service.
* Queen Bed or Two Single Beds
* Tub/Shower Combination
* Sitting Area with Sofa-bed
* Vanity Mirror and Desk
* Flat-screen TV
* Keurig Coffee Maker & Personal Refrigerator
* French Doors Open onto Deck or Veranda
* Promenade and Texas Decks
* Interior and/or Exterior Access
* Exclusive Commodore Services® including River Butler
*** It is important to note that our Luxury Suites located on the Texas deck are in close proximity
to the paddlewheel. While many guests love the allure of the traditional paddlewheel experience,
others may find it to be slightly noisier than they would like at times ***
190 sq. ft. with 40 sq. ft. veranda. With your own private veranda, these staterooms are so enjoyable
you might decide to extend your journey. Sit in your cozy armchairs
and prop your feet up on the ottoman as you read through the
River Times
, our daily program, and discover the delights that await
you.
* Queen Bed or Two Single Beds
* Tub/Shower Combination
* Flat-screen TV
* French Doors Open onto Private Veranda
* Interior Access
* Texas Deck
210 sq. ft. Settle in your sitting area, open the French doors to the deck, and
greet the day as the banks of the river slip majestically by. Some
staterooms in this category offer a view of the paddlewheel, while
others offer expansive views of America’s heartland.
* Queen Bed or Two Single Beds
* Tub/Shower Combination
* Flat-screen TV
* Sitting Area
* Vanity Mirror and Desk
* French Doors Open onto Deck
* Interior and/or Exterior Access
* Promenade and Observation Decks
Own the American Queen, or at least feel as if you do, as you enjoy the best. From your spacious, elegantly furnished suite, you are treated to a sweeping river view. Sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area with sofa-bed and cocktail tables. Soak in your tub or shower, and then sleep soundly in your double or queen bed dressed with fine linens. Our suites give you the feeling of a fine Southern estate home, complete with authentic Antebellum décor and antiques. Perched atop the American Queen in the best locations with expansive views of the river, you’ll feel like Thomas P. Leathers, one of the wealthiest and most successful steamboat owners of the 19th century. From the intimate sitting area with its sofa-bed and cocktail table to the fluffy bed, this is river living at its finest. 230 sq. ft. Two Single Beds/Queen Bed Tub/Shower Combination Sitting Area with Sofa-bed Vanity Mirror and Desk Flat-screen TV French Doors Open Onto Deck Promenade Deck
A single traveler will not find a better value than this. In these spacious staterooms with French doors opening onto the Texas Deck, you will find all of the luxury and charm of a double-occupancy stateroom, but a more amenable fare for a single traveler. * 140 sq. ft. * Queen Bed * X-Large Shower * Flat-screen TV * Texas Deck
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