Cruise the mighty Mississippi River with fellow Big Ten alumni from New Orleans to Memphis as you meander through striking architecture and historical landscapes on this eight-night cruise aboard American Queen Voyages’ American Queen. Enjoy an included one-night stay in New Orleans before embarking on a journey through Louisiana and Mississippi. Dine on authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine and immerse yourself in the beauty of the South.
Spend time in Nottoway, home of the largest remaining historic mansion in the South, and then, enjoy a day fishing along the soothing riverbank in Pointe Coupee. Walk the historic streets of Natchez, Mississippi’s oldest city, and explore the famous Museum of African American History and Culture. The love for literature and history runs deep in Vicksburg and Greenville. Experience the abundant museums and expand your imagination by learning about famous authors and poets from these ports.
