Mississippi River Tours & Trip Packages

Mississippi River Tours & Trips

39 Mississippi River trips. Tours from 21 tour companies. 10 reviews.

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Music Cities USA featuring Memphis & Nashville
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5/5 Excellent
51 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Memphis, Nashville

Highlights

  • Step into Southern culture and discover America's Famed Music Cities
  • Experience the Life & Fame of Elvis at Graceland
  • Nothing says Kentucky like Bourbon Tasting Experience
  • Take an inside look at horse culture & Churchill Downs
  • Sway to the Blues and let your soul be moved at the Blues Hall of Fame & Rock and Soul Museum

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"We loved this trip. Our guide was excellent. We really enjoyed all the included highlights. Our favorite was Biltmore Estate. It is a must!"

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J Lamb

Aug 2023

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Great Itinerary and Value

We loved this trip. Our guide was excellent. We really enjoyed all th...

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Vic

May 2023

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Everything was 5 star!

Our room rivaled those my wife and I have enjoyed in many an upscale hotel. The food and table settings were both five-star. The lengthy list of available activit...

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Marvelous Mississippi

Nov 2022

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This was a 7 day round trip from New Orleans and back.

This was a fabulous trip. The American Symphony is a new ship, beautiful. The sta...

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American Cruiseline Splendor

Jul 2022

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Had the best time on the MIssissippi River Cruise on American Cruiseline Splendor

We just got off the ship American Cruiseline's Spendor. Waiting at the airport now and cannot wait to write a review. We had so much fun. First of all the crew, d...

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LCCR

Jun 2022

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Thanksgiving Travel

We wanted a nice relaxing cruise for the holiday, someplace where the temps were moderate for that time of year and somewhere in the US. We chose the American Crui...

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Mississippi River Tour Selection Trips

  • Most small ship cruises sail either the lower Mississippi from Memphis to New Orleans, or the upper Mississippi from St. Louis to the Minneapolis area.
  • Some cruises offer shorter alternate routes, such as from Memphis to St. Louis.
  • A cruise aboard an old-fashioned style paddle wheeler – even if it was built just a few years ago – adds an authentic feel to your voyage.
  • Cruise ships that sail the Mississippi range from luxury to budget rates.
  • If choosing a luxury cruise, expect fine food and service and alcohol and shore excursions included in the price.
  • If you’re particularly interested in music, Civil War history, or antebellum architecture, choose a cruise that plies the lower Mississippi.

Additional details

River cruises along the Mississippi are usually history focused. The river held tremendous importance to the formation of the United States, from several different cultural and economical factors.

Mississippi River cruises last anywhere from 5 days to 2 weeks. In some cases your Mississippi River cruise will be a portion of a larger trip, rather than the main theme or mode of transport.

What to wear on a Mississippi River cruise

Most Mississippi River Cruises have a down home feel, without sacrificing a few luxury amenities, food and drink quality, or customer service. These kinds of river cruises are not the “dress for dinner” kind of experience, but note that the primary age group will be older, and they may take this approach.

The Weather Along the Mississippi River

The Mississippi River covers a lot of ground, from the hot and humid southern United States to the dryer northern midwest.

Light drizzles are common - but are rarely cold. In fact they will be a welcome respite from the heat! It can get windy along the Mississippi, so if you get cold easily be sure to bring layers.

You may also experience a thunderstorm or two when traveling on a Mississippi River Cruise. These can be spectacular displays, but often happen without a lot of warning.

Other Ways to See the Mississippi

Note that not all Mississippi River tours will be an extended cruise along the river itself. Your tour may include a crossing of the river before continuing on to explore more of the Southern and Eastern United States.

There are also some Mississippi River cruise itineraries that included other rivers. These include the Ohio River - a great choice if you’re looking to experience the vibrant town of Louisville, Kentucky - and the Cumberland River.

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