The Big Easy to the Gateway City

From $8,999 per person

15 days

Ship: Viking Mississippi

Viking River Cruises

Step back in time as you explore Louisiana, from its grand sugar plantations and Civil War history to life during the early 19th century. Admire historic estates that exude southern charm and honor the memory of the fallen soldiers at the Vicksburg National Military Park. Learn about the Civil Rights Movement and the final days of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and marvel at the rich architectural gems of St. Louis as you sail the legendary Mississippi River.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - New Orleans
  • Day 2 - Darrow
  • Day 3 - St. Francisville
  • Day 4 - Baton Rouge
  • Day 5 - Natchez
  • Day 6 - Vicksburg
  • Day 7 - Greenville
  • Day 8 - Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi
  • Day 9 - Memphis
  • Day 10 - Memphis
  • Day 11 - Scenic Sailing: Mississippi River
  • Day 12 - Paducah
  • Day 13 - Cape Girardeau
  • Day 14 - St. Louis
  • Day 15 - St. Louis

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - September 20, 2025

New Orleans

Day 2 - September 21, 2025

Darrow

Day 3 - September 22, 2025

St. Francisville

Day 4 - September 23, 2025

Baton Rouge

Day 5 - September 24, 2025

Natchez

Day 6 - September 25, 2025

Vicksburg

Day 7 - September 26, 2025

Greenville

Day 8 - September 27, 2025

Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi

Day 9 - September 28, 2025

Memphis

Day 10 - September 29, 2025

Memphis

Day 11 - September 30, 2025

Scenic Sailing: Mississippi River

Day 12 - October 01, 2025

Paducah

Day 13 - October 02, 2025

Cape Girardeau

Day 14 - October 03, 2025

St. Louis

Day 15 - October 04, 2025

St. Louis

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