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E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your cruise fare covers all of this: • 15-day cruise visiting seven states and 11 ports • Guided excursion in each port of call • Culture Curriculum: Destination performances and live concerts, as well as enriching onboard lectures about history and current affairs in the United States • All onboard meals, including regional specialties • Complimentary beer, wine and soft drink with onboard lunch and dinner services • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas and bottled water • 24-hour room service • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) • All port charges and government taxes • All onboard tipping and gratuities A M E R I C A'S G R E AT R I V E R S E T S A I L F R O M $ 1 6 , 7 9 5 p p D A Y 1 S T . P A U L , M I N N E S O T A , U S A Embark your ship and settle in. Enjoy free time to explore this historic city. D A Y 2 R E D W I N G , M I N N E S O T A , U S A Take a city tour, visit the National Eagle Center or learn about the famed Red Wing pottery. D A Y 3 L A C R O S S E , W I S C O N S I N , U S A Visit historic landmarks on a panoramic city tour. Or, consider an optional journey to Decorah, Iowa, to browse the Vesterheim Museum. D A Y 4 D U B U Q U E , I O W A , U S A Celebrate the city with visits to Cable Car Square, the Aquarium and Mississippi Riverwalk. D A Y 5 Q U A D C I T I E S , I O W A , U S A Learn about the history of agribusiness at the John Deere Pavilion or visit local farms. D A Y 6 B U R L I N G T O N , I O W A , U S A Tour this charming city, visit historic Fort Madison or the settlement town of Nauvoo. D A Y 7 H A N N I B A L , M I S S O U R I , U S A Walk in the footsteps of Mark Twain, visiting his childhood home and the Museum Gallery. D A Y 8 S T . L O U I S , M I S S O U R I , U S A Explore the "Gateway City's" landmarks: Old Cathedral, Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium. D A Y 9 C R U I S E T H E L O W E R M I S S I S S I P P I R I V E R Attend an informative lecture, share stories with fellow travellers or relax by the pool. D A Y 10 M E M P H I S , T E N N E S S E E , U S A Tour legendary Graceland, stroll Beale Street or browse the National Civil Rights Museum. D A Y 11 G R E E N V I L L E , M I S S I S S I P P I , U S A Immerse yourself in the blues with Viking's Privileged Access Mississippi Delta experience. D A Y 12 V I C K S B U R G , M I S S I S S I P P I , U S A Learn about Civil War history, touring the battlefield at Vicksburg National Military Park. D A Y 13 N A T C H E Z , M I S S I S S I P P I , U S A Discover small-town America, visiting historic buildings and perfectly preserved homes. D A Y 14 B A T O N R O U G E , L O U I S I A N A , U S A Take a panoramic tour, learn about local history and culture, plus discover Cajun heritage. D A Y 15 N E W O R L E A N S , L O U I S I A N A , U S A Disembark your ship for your return flight. Consider extending your stay to further explore. N ATC H E Z , U S A 177 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent