Cumberland River Cruise

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River Cruise
Cruise from Nashville to St. Louis, following the Cumberland and Mississippi Rivers on a route of adventure and captivating history. Visit the legendary Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Travel to Dover and explore the historic battleground where Ulysses Grant won his first major Union victory. Stop at Paducah, also known as “Quilt City,” and be led by our expert ...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy a warm welcome at the visitor’s center by tour guides who are eager to share their knowledge.
    • Visiting one the many fine museums, to participating in a hands-on creative workshop at a local art gallery.
    • Visit the studios and galleries of Paducah’s resident artists.
    • See the Sailor Man's likeness in the town's own six-foot-tall bronze metal statue.
    • Visit the Museum of Westward Expansion and discover the lives of the explorers, cowboys and Native Americans who helped forge our nation.

What's this trip about?

    Cruise from Nashville to St. Louis, following the Cumberland and Mississippi Rivers on a route of adventure and captivating history. Visit the legendary Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Travel to Dover and explore the historic battleground where Ulysses Grant won his first major Union victory. Stop at Paducah, also known as “Quilt City,” and be led by our expert guide through the world's largest museum devoted to quilt and fiber art. The evening before arriving in Cape Girardeau, your onboard historian will paint a vivid picture of the Cherokee peoples’ tragic crossing of the Mississippi River also known as the Trail of Tears.  Cruise from Nashville to St. Louis, following the Cumberland and Mississippi Rivers on a route of adventure and captivating history. Visit the legendary Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Travel to Dover and explore the historic battleground where Ulysses Grant won his first major Union victory. Stop at Paducah, also known as “Quilt City,” and be led by our expert guide through the world's largest museum devoted to quilt and fiber art. The evening before arriving in Cape Girardeau, your onboard historian will paint a vivid picture of the Cherokee peoples’ tragic crossing of the Mississippi River also known as the Trail of Tears. 

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Nashville
  • St. Louis

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature
  • River cruise

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Nashville, TN
From the legendary Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville is the official headquarters of country music. The lively streets are lined with art galleries and unique shops that welcome you at every turn. Consider touring The Hermitage, the home of Pres...
Day 2 Clarksville, TN
Established in 1785, Clarksville is named for General George Rogers Clark, a frontier fighter, Revolutionary War hero, and brother of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Learn from local experts and museum exhibits how Clarksville rose as a major tobacco por...
Day 3 Dover, TN
In 1862, General Simon Buckner surrendered his Rebel forces to General Ulysses S. Grant at Fort Donelson, marking the first major Union victory. Tour this battlefield and learn about the surrender that took place in Dover, and the ramifications it had on the War Between ...
Day 4 Cruising Lake Barkley
Located in Western Kentucky, explore Lake Barkley with a relaxing day of cruising. Take in the view of the beautiful shoreline from one of the Queen of the Mississippi's spacious, comfortable lounges while enjoying the company of other guests.

Day 5 Paducah, KY
Found by William Clark (Lewis and Clark), Paducah is known as a National Heritage Destination with many talented culinary artists, painters, potters and jewelers creating and displaying their works there. Also known as “Quilt City,” there is plenty to do in Paducah from ...
Day 6 Cape Girardeau, MO
Just thirty miles from the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, this river town became an important trading post in the 1800s. Visited by Lewis and Clark, Cape Girardeau has a storied history that resonates throughout the town, from the Trail of Tears State Par...
Day 7 Chester, IL
Chester is a beautiful region of Illinois located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River. This city has a diverse and storied history, beginning with the establishment of a ferry system by Jane Thomas in the early 1800s. Chester is home to Popeye's creator Elzie C. Segar...
Day 8 St. Louis, MO
This “Gateway to the West” was the epicenter for exploration following the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. Now, it is the largest city visited during the cruise and has a distinct metropolitan culture. Take the elevator to the top of the Gateway Arch, which stands 630 feet o...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,995
Price per day$499
Last Updated: 9/16/2018

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American Cruise Lines offers personalized, small ship river cruises throughout the United States. Enjoy the intimate, comfortable, and fulfilling experience of small ship river cruising aboard the newest fleet of cruise ships in the world. American Cruise Lines brings you to the greatest destinations along the inland waterways and rivers of the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Mississippi and Alaska. Our modern fleet of ships offer a unique, personal voyage through America's historic waterways. With no more than 150 passengers onboard, our ships provide spacious accommodations and smooth travel through the protected waterways, sheltered harbors, and magnificent rivers of the United States of America.

A refreshingly relaxing atmosphere prevails onboard our small river boats. This intimate ambience is perfect for both congenial camaraderie and quiet relaxation. Each evening before dinner, passengers are invited to mingle and share their day's adventures over complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. The atmosphere for dining is informal - seating is unassigned and dress is resort casual. After dinner, guest speakers bring local history, nature, and culture alive with their knowledge and passion for American heritage. Set your own pace on your vacation, and relish in the casual comfort and exceptional care that has become the hallmark of American Cruise Lines.

Our friendly, professional all-American crew members offer an extraordinary quality of gracious hospitality and personalized attention to discerning passengers. This outstanding level of service is always available to make your journey memorable and relaxing. Your masterfully skilled chef creates delectable feasts for each meal. Carefully selected fresh seafood, meats, and produce are often purchased in the regions we visit, allowing you to taste the delectable flavors of the local area. Meals are prepared to order and served in the glass-enclosed dining room, where every seat offers a panoramic view.

American Cruise Lines’ staterooms, most at over 220 square feet, are by far the largest in their class. Most staterooms have private balconies and feature an exquisite private bath and a large, opening picture window, allowing you spectacular views of the scenery.

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Relaxed and intimate small ship cruises on America’s most well-known rivers with a special focus on learning about local heritage.

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