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DISCOVER SOUTHERN CULTURE AND CHARM. Immerse yourself in history and heritage on this journey from New Orleans to Memphis. Soak up the rich French and Acadian cultures that infuse the Lower Mississippi, and be inspired by the stories of famed musicians and civil rights heroes. Savour delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine, as well as Memphis's famous BBQ. And stir your soul with the rhythms of Dixieland jazz, Delta blues and gospel. D A Y 1 N E W O R L E A N S , L O U I S I A N A , U S A Check into your hotel and then explore the birthplace of American jazz, New Orleans which exudes a festive atmosphere along the balcony-lined Bourbon Street. D A Y 2 N E W O R L E A N S , L O U I S I A N A , U S A Get acquainted with New Orleans and some of its most vibrant neighbourhoods. Often referred to as "The Big Easy," the city of New Orleans radiates charm and is renowned for its Southern hospitality. D A Y 3 N E W O R L E A N S , L O U I S I A N A , U S A Transfer to your ship and settle into your stateroom. Savour the unforgettable taste of New Orleans's renowned Cajun and Creole cuisine, a melting pot of culinary traditions, combining African, Native American, European and Cajun influences. D A Y 4 D A R R O W, L O U I S I A N A , U S A Experience the Lower Mississippi, a region dotted with historic mansions. Explore one or several of the historic estates in the area, take a swamp tour or enjoy a cooking demonstration. D A Y 5 B A T O N R O U G E , L O U I S I A N A , U S A On a panoramic city tour of Baton Rouge, hear tales of the hardworking, fun-loving Cajun people and their contributions to Louisiana's history and culture. D A Y 6 S T . F R A N C I S V I L L E , L O U I S I A N A , U S A St. Francisville is set along one of the most historic bluffs of the Mississippi. Admire historic buildings, tour Rosedown Estate and learn about Mississippi flooding. D A Y 7 N A T C H E Z , M I S S I S S I P P I , U S A Natchez has one of the highest concentrations of historic Southern estates in the country. During a tour of Natchez, visit the city's top sights and historic homes. After dinner, learn about the life of local artisans and enjoy classical music. D A Y 8 V I C K S B U R G , M I S S I S S I P P I , U S A Site of the Civil War's most pivotal battle, Abraham Lincoln called Vicksburg "the key to the South." Learn about Civil War history as you tour the battlefield at Vicksburg National Military Park. D A Y 9 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 10 R O S E D A L E , M I S S I S S I P P I & M E M P H I S , T E N N E S S E E , U S A After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to Memphis, revered for its blues music and barbecue. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel. D A Y 11 M E M P H I S , T E N N E S S E E , U S A Spend the day visiting Memphis's many notable landmarks perhaps visiting Elvis Presley's Graceland. Memphis famously boasts a wealth of civil rights history, much of it along Beale Street and at the Lorraine Motel, site of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination. D A Y 12 M E M P H I S , T E N N E S S E E , U S A After breakfast, check out of your hotel and journey home or choose to extend your stay. S T R E E TC A R , N E W O R L E A N S , U S A H E A RT OF T H E DELTA N E W O R L E A N S – M E M P H I S o r v i ce v e r s a 1 2 D A Y S | 1 0 G U I D E D T O U R S | 1 C O U N T R Y 184 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/rivers