M I S S I S S I P P I E X P E R I E N C E S
An included excursion in every port and e Viking Way
of exploration bring culture and history to life
YOUR INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSIONS provide an overview of must-see cultural and
historic highlights with delightful surprises. These expertly guided tours bring you
closer to the art, architecture, history and people that defi ne your destination. Tour
historic homes in Darrow; walk in the footsteps of Mark Twain in Hannibal; stroll the
streets of charming small towns like Natchez and Burlington; and learn about Civil War
history at Vicksburg National Military Park.
CURATED OPTIONAL TOURS help you delve more deeply into local culture and view
your destination from a new perspective. Explore the musical heritage of New Orleans
and Memphis; enjoy migratory birdwatching on a guided walking tour; or relive the
Norwegian immigrant experience at Vesterheim, the national Norwegian-American
museum.
THE VIKING WAY OF EXPLORATION off ers behind-the-scenes insights and
opportunities that set us apart from other travel companies. While we feature the
expected and iconic — such as visits to renowned museums and notable landmarks
— only Viking off ers Privileged Access, Local Life and Working World experiences,
opening doors to places otherwise diffi cult to visit. Explore historic homes in Natchez
and savour a chef-hosted lunch; visit a working farm in Quad Cities; or immerse
yourself in Cajun culture during a Privileged Access excursion to the Rural Life Museum
of Louisiana State University.
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