America's Heartland on Viking Mississippi
Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht, Cruisetour
America's Heartland
Embark on a 12-day cruise tour of the fabled Upper Mississippi. Hear stories of pioneers who shaped the Midwest and the Lewis and Clark Expedition, walk in the footsteps of Mark Twain and learn about Norwegian migration to the area. Enjoy the view as your ship navigates through the river’s intricate lock system. And experience the region’s many cultural treasures-from ragtime, polka and Norwegian folk music to Wisconsin cheese, craft beer and hearty stews.
About Viking Mississippi
About Viking River Cruises
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
Viking® brings you closer to the cultures of the world with destination-focused itineraries on the rivers of Europe. You are invited to sail with like-minded travelers on The Thinking Person’s Cruise®. What this entails for you is a culturally rich, immersive experience including enriching shore excursions, insightful lectures, Destination Performances, cooking demonstrations and regionally inspired cuisine—designed to help you explore and engage with your destination through its food, culture, countryside and customs. Plus, the Viking Inclusive Value covers just about everything—port charges, Wi-Fi, meals, lectures, onboard activities and shore excursions—so all you have to do is relax and enjoy a great journey. And the award-winning Viking Longships® have set the standard in river cruising with spacious Veranda Staterooms, the first-ever true (two-room) suites on Europe’s rivers, al fresco dining and more. Discover for yourself why Viking truly is The World’s Leading River Cruise Line®.
Viking® brings you closer to the cultures of the world with destination-focused itineraries on the rivers of Europe. You are invited to sail with like-minded travelers on The Thinking Person’s Cruise®. What this entails for you is a culturally rich, immersive experience including enriching shore excursions, insightful lectures, Destination Performances, cooking demonstrations and regionally inspired cuisine—designed to help you explore and engage with your destination through its food, culture, countryside and customs. Plus, the Viking Inclusive Value covers just about everything—port charges, Wi-Fi, meals, lectures, onboard activities and shore excursions—so all you have to do is relax and enjoy a great journey. And the award-winning Viking Longships® have set the standard in river cruising with spacious Veranda Staterooms, the first-ever true (two-room) suites on Europe’s rivers, al fresco dining and more. Discover for yourself why Viking truly is The World’s Leading River Cruise Line®.
Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Twin Cities, Minnesota | ||
2 | Twin Cities, Minnesota | ||
3 | Red Wing, Minnesota | ||
3 | Twin Cities, Minnesota | ||
4 | Red Wing, Minnesota | ||
5 | La Crosse, Wisconsin | ||
6 | Dubuque, Iowa | ||
7 | Quad Cities, Iowa | ||
8 | Burlington, Iowa | ||
9 | Hannibal, Missouri | ||
10 | Alton, Illinois | ||
10 | St. Louis, Missouri | ||
11 | St. Louis, Missouri | ||
12 | St. Louis, Missouri |