1. American Melody, Grand Heartland Cruise ex St Paul to New Orleans

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    Friday, 17th October 2025
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    American Melody
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Cruise Description

14 Night Cruise sailing from Red Wing to New Orleans onboard American Melody. Complimentary hotel stay pre-cruise in St Paul.

Cruise Overview:

As you travel along America’s most beloved river, delight in the rich history and rolling landscapes that abound. Experience the perfect balance of adventure ashore and the sublime comfort found on board. Every day, our knowledgeable guest speaker will enhance your journey with tales about the history, environment, and culture of the ports you will be visiting.

Explore the small towns along the Upper Mississippi, which characterize the America of yesteryear, including Winona, Dubuque, and Davenport, and visit the boyhood home of Mark Twain in Hannibal. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Memphis and New Orleans, the most vibrant cities of the lower Mississippi, and famous for the music born there. Explore grand antebellum estates in Natchez and historic Civil War sites in Vicksburg brought to life by our talented guides.

Return to the ship to socialize at the nightly cocktail hour and delight in delicious cuisine in our elegant restaurant while admiring the beautiful surrounding scenery.

Cruise Itinerary
Date Activity Arrive Depart
17/10/25 St Paul, Minnesota, USA Hotel
18/10/25 Red Wing, Minnesota, USA Embark
19/10/25 Winona, Minnesota, USA
20/10/25 Dubuque, Iowa, USA
21/10/25 Davenport, Iowa, USA
22/10/25 Fort Madison, Iowa, USA
23/10/25 Hannibal, Missouri, USA
24/10/25 St Louis, Missouri, USA
25/10/25 St Louis, Missouri, USA
26/10/25 River Cruising
27/10/25 Memphis Tennessee, USA
28/10/25 River Cruising
29/10/25 Vicksburg, Mississippi, USA
30/10/25 Natchez, Mississippi, USA
31/10/25 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
01/11/25 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Disembark
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.

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