Mississippi River Cruises Aboard Viking On Sale
A Different Type of Cross-country Journey for the Curious Explorer
Join Viking on board the elegant Viking Mississippi, the newest and most modern ship on the Mississippi with all outside staterooms, private verandas, spacious public areas and Viking’s signature, clean Scandinavian design, reimagined for the Mississippi River.
| Mississippi River Cruise | Viking |
Viking’s new cruises on the “Mighty Mississippi” offer a different type of cross-country journey for the curious explorer—one that allows you to be immersed in American history and culture.
Call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678 to reserve your stateroom today and enjoy FREE roundtrip airfare and a FREE stateroom upgrade on select 2025 departures.
| New Orleans French Quarter | Viking |
Mississippi Delta Explorer – New Orleans to Memphis
Southern Heritage and Quaint Towns
8 Days | 6 Guided Tours
Discover Darrow, the gateway to the grand homes of the Lower Mississippi, and explore the fascinating towns along the banks of the Mississippi that preserve the memory of the American South’s early history. Learn about Natchez’s French and Acadian heritage and pay your respects at the Vicksburg battlefield. Savor delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine, as well as Memphis’s famous barbecue, as you celebrate musical legends in the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll.
Day 1: New Orleans, Louisiana
Day 2: Darrow, Louisiana
Day 3: St. Francisville and Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Day 4: Natchez, Mississippi
Day 5: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Day 6: Greenville, Mississippi
Day 7: Scenic Sailing of Lower Mississippi
Day 8: Memphis, Tennessee
At the time of publication, GalvestonCruises.com had rates starting at $3,449 pp with a special offer (Code MT11),“FREE Roundtrip Airfare, FREE Category Upgrades & $25 Deposit”on select 2025 voyages. For all the details and the best rates, call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678.
| Downtown St. Louis, Missouri | Viking |
Heartland of America – St. Louis to St. Paul
Cultural Tapestry of the Midwest
8 Days | 6 Guided Tours
Journey along the Upper Mississippi while you hear stories of intrepid pioneers and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Walk in the footsteps of famed writer Mark Twain and learn about the Norwegian migration to the Midwest. 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.
Day 1: St. Louis (Alton), Missouri
Day 2: Hannibal, Missouri
Day 3: Burlington, Iowa
Day 4: Quad Cities, Iowa
Day 5: Dubuque, Iowa
Day 6: La Crosse, Wisconsin
Day 7: Red Wing, Minnesota
Day 8: St. Paul, Minnesota
At the time of publication, GalvestonCruises.com had rates starting at $5,449 pp with a special offer (Code MT11), “FREE Roundtrip Airfare, FREE Category Upgrades & $25 Deposit” on select 2025 voyages. For all the details and the best rates, call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678.
| Vicksburg Battlefield Overlooking Mississippi River | Viking |
The Big Easy to the Gateway City – New Orleans to St. Louis
America’s Southern History
15 Days | 10 Guides Tours
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.
Day 1: New Orleans, Louisiana
Day 2: Darrow, Louisiana
Day 3: St. Francisville and Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Day 4: Natchez, Mississippi
Day 5: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Day 6: Greenville, Mississippi
Day 7: Scenic Sailing of Lower Mississippi
Day 8: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 9: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 10: Scenic Sailing of Mississippi River
Day 11: Paducah, Kentucky
Day 12: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Day 13: St. Louis, Missouri
Day 14: St. Louis, Missouri
At the time of publication, GalvestonCruises.com had rates starting at $8,999 pp with a special offer (Code MT11), “FREE Roundtrip Airfare, FREE Category Upgrades & $25 Deposit” on select 2025 voyages. For all the details and the best rates, call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678.
| Red Wing, Minnesota | Viking |
America’s Great River – St. Paul to New Orleans
Span the length of the Mississippi
15 Days | 12 Guided Tours
History and culture unfold as you traverse the Mississippi on this enriching voyage. Enjoy relaxing scenic sailing and unparalleled bird-watching as the landscape changes between the bluffs of the North and the bayous of the South. Learn about the American civil rights movement and the Civil War. Along the way, tap your feet to the rhythm of American folk, soul and jazz music—and taste a delicious array of regional cuisine.
Day 1: St. Paul, Minnesota
Day 2: Red Wing, Minnesota
Day 3: La Crosse, Wisconsin
Day 4: Dubuque, Iowa
Day 5: Quad Cities, Iowa
Day 6: Burlington, Iowa
Day 7: Hannibal, Missouri
Day 8: St. Louis, Missouri
Day 9: Scenic Sailing of Lower Mississippi
Day 10: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 11: Greenville, Mississippi
Day 12: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Day 13: Natchez, Mississippi
Day 14: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Day 15: New Orleans, Louisiana
At the time of publication, GalvestonCruises.com had rates starting at $10,999 pp with a special offer (Code MT11), “FREE Roundtrip Airfare, FREE Category Upgrades & $25 Deposit” on select 2025 voyages. For all the details and the best rates, call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678.
| Aerial View Clark Bridge at Alton, Illinois | Viking |
Mississippi River Odyssey – New Orleans to St. Paul
Americana Sights, Sounds & Flavors
22 days | 18 Guided Tours
Revel in the charm of “America’s Great River” as you set sail along the Mississippi. Admire the historic mansions and grand homes atop its bluffs, and delve into America’s Civil War history. Delight in the region’s famed Southern cuisine and sample Memphis’s renowned barbecue, alongside artisan beers. Birthplace of American music—blues, jazz and soul—the Mississippi celebrates its musical heritage in the towns and cities that line its legendary shores
Day 1: New Orleans, Louisiana
Day 2: Darrow, Louisiana
Day 3: St. Francisville and Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Day 4: Natchez, Mississippi
Day 5: Vicksburg, Mississippi
Day 6: Greenville, Mississippi
Day 7: Scenic Sailing of Lower Mississippi
Day 8: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 9: Memphis, Tennessee
Day 10: Scenic Sailing of Mississippi River
Day 11: Paducah, Kentucky
Day 12: Cape Girardeau
Day 13: St. Louis, Missouri
Day 14: St. Louis, Missouri
Day 15: Alton, Illinois
Day 16: Hannibal, Missouri
Day 17: Burlington, Iowa
Day 18: Quad Cities, Iowa
Day 19: Dubuque, Iowa
Day 20: La Cross, Wisconsin
Day 21: Red Wing, Minnesota
Day 22: St. Paul, Minnesota
At the time of publication, GalvestonCruises.com had rates starting at $13,449 pp with a special offer (Code MT11),“FREE Roundtrip Airfare, FREE Category Upgrades & $25 Deposit”on select 2025 voyages. For all the details and the best rates, call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
The Best of New Orleans
2 Nights
Cultural Capital – Minneapolis & St. Paul
2 Nights
The Spirit of St. Louis
2 Nights
Memphis Rock & Soul
2 Nights
Grand Ole Nashville
2 Nights
It’s not cheap! But, if you’ve got the time and money, I can’t think of a better way to see America!
Call GalvestonCruises.com at 409-763-8678 to reserve your stateroom today and enjoy FREE roundtrip airfare and a FREE stateroom upgrade on select 2025 departures.
Lee Roane
Lee Roane has worked on the Galveston.com website since 1994. He is interested in history and birding but will write about anything if he thinks it will help someone enjoy the island.
