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Day 1
Memphis, TN
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 The largest city in Tennessee offers everything a curious tourist, hungry gourmet, or history buff could want to do and see at attractions that include music museums, art galleries, Mississippi riverboat tours, and the Memphis Zoo. Be sure to visit Graceland, and then visit the other side of Memphis at the W.C. Handy Museum; Shelby Farms, the largest urban park in the country; or the “twisted” Ornamental Metal Museum. In the heart of “Blues City,” you’ll find the Peabody Memphis, one of the city’s most popular attractions. Legendary, charming and elegant are adjectives that perfectly describe this grand hotel where its famous Peabody Ducks march to and from the Grand Lobby.
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Deluxe Graceland Tour
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Have the ultimate rock n' roll experience by visiting Elvis Presley's Graceland.
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Walk in the footsteps of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll at Elvis’ home, Graceland. The full Graceland experience will take you from Elvis’s humble beginnings through his rise to superstardom. Step inside Graceland Mansion and follow in the same steps as Elvis himself as you enjoy an audio-guided tour featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his daughter Lisa Marie. See where Elvis lived, relaxed and spent time with his friends and family, or explore the Elvis Presley Car Museum and admire over 33 vehicles owned by Elvis.
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Memphis Pink Palace Museum
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Explore the cultural and natural history of the Mid-South at the Pink Palace Museum.
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The Pink Palace Museum is one of the largest museums in the Mid-South. Explore the cultural and natural history of the Mid-South through the museum’s exciting exhibits, dioramas and audio-visuals. Walk through a replica of the first self-service grocery store in the country, Clarence Saunders' Piggly Wiggly, and journey to a distant galaxy at the museum’s planetarium.
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Blues, Soul, Rock & Roll Tour
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Explore the birth and growth of American Music in the city where it all began!
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Explore the birth and growth of American Music in the city where it all began. When the Smithsonian began to research the history of popular music in this country, they declared that “all roads led to Memphis.” Enjoy stops at the Memphis Rock & Soul Museum and the famous Sun Studio, known as the birthplace of Rock & Roll, where Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Conway Twitty and numerous others got their start under legendary producer Sam Phillips.
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Day 2
Helena, AR
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 During your day in Helena, step back in time to experience the mythic power of the Mississippi Delta region. Listen carefully and you might hear the lingering sounds of steamboats chugging along the Mississippi. Perhaps you’ll hear the footsteps of Civil War soldiers as they marched through the town, or sense the solemn resolve of southeastern Indian tribes. Contemplate the history of this remarkable town at River Reach Park, learn about the 1863 Battle of Helena at local museums, or catch a glimpse of life in bygone times at antebellum and Victorian homes.
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Helena Museum
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Learn about the rich history of Helena at this free museum.
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The Helena Museum is a cultural resource that preserves the region’s rich history. Lose yourself in the nostalgia of long ago by joining civil war expert, John Darnell, on a guided tour of the Helena Museum. After the tour, take the time to further explore the museum’s many exhibits about Mark Twain, Thomas Edison and the Civil War.
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Delta Cultural Center
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Enjoy a guided tour of the Delta Cultural Center, a museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Arkansas Delta.
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Enjoy a guided tour of the Delta Cultural Center, a museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Arkansas Delta. From its blues music to the mighty river that runs through it, the Delta story unfolds within this unique Helena landmark. After the tour, visit the Delta Cultural Center's Visitors Center, located in historic downtown Helena. The Visitors Center is home to the museum's temporary exhibits, permanent music exhibitory and the Museum Store.
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Day 3
Vicksburg, MS
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 In Vicksburg, you’ll find Southern hospitality in its most authentic form. It’s a city bursting at the seams with history at some of its most poignant turns, art at its most creative angles, food at its finest flavors, and outdoor adventure at its most thrilling. With sweeping views of the Mississippi River, Vicksburg perfectly blends Southern culture and heritage along with hallowed stories of Civil War battles.
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Historic Downtown Bus Tour
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Learn about the charming culture and heritage of this historic town during a special bus tour.
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Vicksburg is a vibrant town bursting at the seams with culture, character and adventure. Vicksburg’s animated history features Native American tribe battles and a 47-day siege of the town in 1863. Learn about the charming culture and heritage of this historic town during a special bus tour that takes you past restored homes, quaint shops and historic monuments.
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National Military Park
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Explore this sprawling battlefield with a professional guide.
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National Military Park commemorates the campaign, siege and defense of Vicksburg in 1863 and includes over 1,370 monuments and markers, a restored Union gunboat and a national cemetery. Explore this sprawling battlefield with a professional guide who has a vast knowledge of civilian life and military operations on both sides of the siege and battle. Your tour will end at the Visitors’ Center, filled with an impressive array of exhibits and artifacts from the Siege of Vicksburg.
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Day 4
Natchez, MS
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 Sitting high on the bluff above the mighty Mississippi River rests Natchez, a city 300 years in the making. At first glance, Natchez appears to be frozen in time, with perfectly preserved homes and buildings that remind us of days gone by. In fact, over 1,000 of its historic structures are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Upon closer inspection, you will soon discover that Natchez, while indeed a reflection of the past, is also alive in the present – filled with arts, music, culture, events, commerce and natural beauty.
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Historic District Tour
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A guided tour through the heart of downtown Natchez.
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Natchez is a grand city with a rich and tumultuous history. Tour through the heart of downtown Natchez, bustling with activity at every bend. Hear blues musicians playing along the city’s streets, and discover how music has helped shape the city as it is today. Tour beautifully restored antebellum homes while you learn about the Civil War’s impact on Natchez. Everything that the magnificent city has to offer is available to you on this unique tour.
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Frogmore Plantation Tour
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Discover the lives of early Natchez planters during a tour of the Frogmore Plantation.
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An 1800-acre working cotton farm, the Frogmore Plantation has 18 restored antebellum structures that date from the early 1800s. Along with the history of the early Natchez planters, the tour includes a rare Smithsonian quality steam cotton gin. The tour continues through modern day plantation life, including the planting, harvesting, and computerized ginning of cotton.
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Day 5
St. Francisville, LA
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 This quaint southern town is filled with simple pleasures and unique treasures. Located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River, St. Francisville has been called “one of the 200 most beautiful small towns in America.” During your New Orleans river cruise stop in St. Francisville, taking a stroll through its historic center awakens an awareness of history with two centuries of architecture and lifestyles. Nearby plantations beckon you back to a time when coquettish southern belles and their chivalrous suitors sipped mint juleps on the shady porches of these grand estates.
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The Myrtles Plantation
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Experience true antebellum splendor during a guided tour of the Myrtles Plantation.
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The Myrtles Plantation invites you to step back in time and experience true antebellum splendor. While on tour, you will see fine antiques and architectural treasures of the South and discover why the Myrtles Plantation has been called one of "America's Most Haunted Homes.” After the tour, relax in giant rockers on the veranda or stroll through the Plantation’s gardens filled with majestic oaks.
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Rosedown Plantation
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Discover the cultural traditions and lifestyles of the Old South’s wealthiest inhabitants at the Rosedown Plantation.
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Rosedown Plantation embodies the lifestyle of the antebellum South's wealthiest planters in a way very few other surviving properties can. This perfectly preserved plantation showcases the cultural traditions and lifestyles of the Old South’s wealthiest inhabitants. This historic plantation will give you an appreciation for the people who lived and worked on an antebellum plantation.
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Day 6
Baton Rouge, LA
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 Experience the wonder of Baton Rouge, Louisiana's capital city, one that is rich in culture and heritage. Known affectionately as the Red Stick, Baton Rouge is home to legendary Louisiana Cajun cuisine, fascinating plantation tours, and a variety of attractions and events. There is everything you would expect to find in a state capital, but with a down-home flavor that is part of its seductive charm. Baton Rouge is a destination with true Southern hospitality. Let us give you the grand tour of one of the most historic, vibrant and unforgettable cities in the South.
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Cajun Heritage & Rural Life Museum
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Experience 19th century plantation life during a guided tour of this outdoor living history museum.
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The Plantation Quarters showcase the kitchen, slave cabins, and grist mill of a typical 19th century working plantation. After a tour of the Plantation Quarters, discover the life of early Louisiana settlers during a tour through a replica 19th century town. Highlights include the pioneers’ cabin, shotgun house and dogtrot house.
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Louisiana's Old State Capital
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Discover the fascinating events and people that contributed to Louisiana's story.
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Louisiana's Old State Capitol stands high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge. This 160-year-old statehouse has withstood war, fire, scandal and the occasional fistfight. Today, the building serves as a museum depicting the history of the State of Louisiana, and stands as a testament to bold, inspired leadership and active citizenship. The museum's multimedia exhibits engage visitors in an interactive exploration of the events and people that contributed to Louisiana's history.
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Day 7
Oak Alley, LA
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 Located on the Mississippi River between the historic cities of New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Oak Alley Plantation has been called the Grande Dame of the Great River Road. A quarter-mile canopy of giant live oak trees forms an impressive avenue that leads you to this classic Greek-revival style antebellum home. This imposing mansion has been restored to its 19th century glory, a noble tribute to those who left an indelible mark on this rich River Region.
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Oak Alley Plantation
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Visit Oak Alley Plantation, The Grande Dame of the Great River Road.
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The Oak Alley Plantation has long been a fixture of Oak Alley, LA. Built in the mid 19th century, this antebellum-style mansion will transport you back to a time when plantations were the backbone of the Southern economy. Take a guided tour of the grounds, which include an antique car garage, a blacksmith shop and the famous Alley of Oaks.
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Day 8
New Orleans, LA
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 No where is this city’s spirit more evident than in the famed French Quarter, with its architectural mix of Spanish, French, Creole, and American styles. Also known as Vieux Carré - or the “Quarter” to locals - it sits on a crescent in the Mississippi River on some of the highest grounds in New Orleans. Intimate and special, the city’s oldest neighborhood has exerted a spell over writers and artists since the time of Mark Twain, Lafcadio Hern and John James Audubon. During your visit to New Orleans, you will begin to understand the city's unique ability to integrate history, absorb new influences and fashion one-of-a-kind delights that continue to amaze not only much of the world, but also the inhabitants of New Orleans themselves.
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New Orleans Museum of Art
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Explore this eclectic museum of art.
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The New Orleans Museum of Art is the city’s oldest fine arts institution, with an impressive permanent collection of 40,000 artifacts. Enjoy a guided tour of this extraordinary museum, which is recognized for its extraordinary French and American art, photography, and African and Japanese works. After the tour, be sure to visit the picturesque Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, one of the most premier sculpture installations in the United States. The Sculpture Garden is situated on a beautifully landscaped site amongst meandering footpaths, reflecting lagoons, 200-year-old live oaks and pedestrian bridges. *Tour only offered on cruises ending in New Orleans, LA
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New Orleans City Tour
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Experience one of America’s most culturally and historically rich destinations during this unforgettable tour.
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New Orleans is one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Its rich history has influences from Europe, the Caribbean, and Africa and features a brilliant mosaic of culture, food, and music. Experience one of America’s most culturally and historically rich destinations during this unforgettable tour. Your guide will introduce you to some of New Orleans' most celebrated landmarks, including Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, the Garden District, French Market and the famed French Quarter.
*Tour only offered on cruises ending in New Orleans, LA
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