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Fall Colors Vacations salute nature’s rich palette of reds, oranges and golds as your seamboat traverses the Upper Mississippi, Ohio and Tennessee rivers in autumn. You can shuffle through the leaves during shore excursions and learn from guest naturalists. At dinnertime, you’ll sample the bounties of Heartland America, from pumpkin pie to hot, spiced cider.
Join us for an unforgettable voyage during the inaugural season of the American Queen.
The largest steamboat ever built, the grand American Queen is a gracious and elegant triumph of American ingenuity. Although filled with today’s modern amenities, her rooms and accommodations display all the opulence of the American Victorian era. Glistening woodwork, fresh flowers and antiques adorn her interior spaces. Outside, lacy filigree evokes memories of the many stately river steamers that preceded her and so inspired her designers.
Appointed with the most luxurious amenities, all suites and staterooms feature plush bedding and fine linens, large mirrors, ample storage space, wall-to-wall carpet and a private bathroom with a shower. All accommodations enjoy nightly turn-down service and in-room Starbucks coffee along with complimentary bottled water and fresh fruit.
It’s Included!
The acclaimed cuisine of famed American chef Regina Charboneau, including afternoon tea and moonlight late-night supper. Multiple, specialty dining options, all at no additional charge. Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage. Complimentary wines and beers at dinner. All staterooms feature gourmet coffee brewers and Starbucks coffee. Gracious, friendly service from a professionally trained, all-American staff. The warm and inviting ambiance of an antebellum mansion. Public rooms and accommodations are decorated with Victorian charm and carefully selected antiques. Elegant-casual attire is recommended throughout your voyage; no formal wear required. Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard river historian. Professional showboat-style entertainment nightly. Nightly dancing to swing, big band and Dixieland jazz music. Enthralling calliope concerts and a chance for guests to play! Exciting shore excursions provide an in-depth immersion into the history, culture and cuisine of America’s heartland. Our own dedicated fleet of “Steamcoaches” delivers the highest level of sightseeing on the river. Complimentary when booked in advance. The greatest value in all-American vacations!
Rates & Dates:
Cruise Length: 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Prices from: $2,495 pp/do*
Single Price: $3,495 pp
Sale: Up to $750 Off Per Stateroom Select Departures
Book by: 05/31/2013
2013 Dates: Sept 28
Ships: American Queen
Notes: Port Charges of $109 per person are additional and not included in the fare.
*Per Person/Double Occupancy. Special Single Rates apply where listed.
Traveling the Upper Mississippi River, this journey includes visits to historic towns along the way such as Dubuque, IA and Red Wing, MN. Embark in St. Louis, MO and finish up your voyage in St. Paul, MN.
It’s Included:
- Complimentary shore excursions in every port
- Complimentary overnight stay in a select luxury hotel before your voyage – includes breakfast, taxes, porterage and transfers to the American Queen
- Complimentary wine and beer with dinner
- Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffees, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage
- The family recipes of acclaimed Southern chef Regina Charboneau
- The only steamboat with multiple specialty dining options, all at no additional charge
- Gracious service from a friendly all-American staff
- Casual elegance abounds, no formal wear required
- Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard historian
- Professional showboat-style entertainment and dancing nightly
- Our own dedicated fleet of Steamcoaches
- The most all-inclusive American river voyage
- The only authentic steam-powered overnight paddlewheel riverboat in America
- The greatest vacation value in America
Itinerary:
DAY 1: Hotel Overnight – St. Louis
Included in your voyage is a one-night luxury hotel stay in St. Louis. Tomorrow, you will board the American Queen to begin your voyage.
DAY 2: St. Louis, MO
Departure: 9:00 p.m.
As your ship leaves St.Louis, gaze up at the Gateway Arch and envision the adventures that lie ahead. The Welcome Aboard Dinner gets your journey off to a festive start.
DAY 3: Steamboating
Settle into a rocking chair and just let the scenery glide by. Or join in the fun of our numerous onboard activities. Your full day of leisurely steamboating on the river sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation.
DAY 4: Hannibal, MO
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 12:00 p.m.
Board the Twainland Express for a journey enlivened by the spirit of Samuel Clemens, who authored American classics under the pen name of Mark Twain. Stroll through the Museum Complex, explore the famous Cave and watch as your guide points out scenes from famous tales.
Included Tour: This tour is all about exploring the Hannibal of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. Begin your journey into the town that inspired the author’s imagination at the Mark Twain Boyhood House & Museum. See the Justice of Peace, the courtroom setting used for trial in Tom Sawyer’s story. Visit the Becky Thatcher House, home of Tom Sawyer’s first sweetheart. Delight your palates with exclusive wines and free tasting at the Mark Twain Winery.
Then, take a journey to a time where the golden age of railroading and toy trains were part of most everyone’s life at the Big River Train Town Museum. Last but not least, enjoy visiting local Trinity Church and shopping at theHuck Finn Shopping Center.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Explore the Mark Twain Cave
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Mississippi Mud – A hands-on adventure
DAY 5: Steamboating
Settle into a rocking chair and just let the scenery glide by. Or join in the fun of our numerous onboard activities. Your full day of leisurely steamboating on the river sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation.
DAY 6: Dubuque, IA
Arrival: 10:00 a.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
The flags of five nations have flown over a city that lives and breathes river lore. Take in its diverse flavors from Cable Car Square to the Smithsonian-affiliated National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
Included Tour: Start this amazing tour on board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoach to Dubuque’s Museum of Art. Then, visit the oldest and most “grand” of more than 16 legitimate theaters in the community, the Grand Opera House. While viewing the Shot Tower, you’ll hear about how this structure produced nearly two-thirds of all the lead shot used during the Civil War. The Fenelon Place Elevator sits on the bluff of Dubuque, overlooking downtown and the mighty Mississippi River.
At the Mathias Ham House, you will capture the flavor of life along the Mississippi during the golden era of steamboating. Later, The Old Jail Museum will show you a rare example of Egyptian Revivalist architecture—as well as the dungeon in the basement!
Lastly, visit The Hotel Julien, which became known as one of the finest hotels in the Midwest and Al Capone’s hiding-out spot in Dubuque.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Americana – Baseball, Apple Pie & America’s Heartland
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Galena Historic Tour
DAY 7: La Crosse, WI
Arrival: 12:00 p.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
This gem of Victorian and Art Deco architecture with an inviting Riverwalk is your gateway to local culture. Explore Amish Country or enjoy “lefse” and Scandinavian folk tunes with Norwegian descendants.
Included Tour: Board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoaches at the dock and enjoy a narrated tour of charming downtown La Crosse. Enjoy views from Victorian-style Hixon House, a home from the late 1850s. Discover exhibitions with historical and educational art programs at the Swarthout Museum and Pumphouse Regional Arts Center. Other stops include theChapels of St. Rose and the Riverside Museum with exhibitions from theWar Eagle. Learn about the impact of La Crosse’s river growth, and enjoy an appreciation for the diverse cultures that share the earth at the Riverside International Friendship Garden.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - A Taste of Norway in Wisconsin
DAY 8: Red Wing, MN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
Red Wing is home to a variety of shops, including arts, antiques, pottery and one-of-a kind boutiques. Red Wing ranks as one of Minnesota’s leading manufacturing cities. Historically it is known as home to products including shoes, pottery and linseed oil. Today it also produces safety and robotic products.
Included Tour: Start your narrated tour at the Visitor Center and Art for some vital information about the city of Red Wing. Discover Minnesota’s favorite destination for antiques, gift shop, eateries and pottery at the Pottery Place District. Then visit the Stoney Ends Harps, who have made handcrafted folk lever harps for 25 years. At the Historic West End, you will find the Native American, Military and Sheldon Performing Arts Theatre. Do some fantastic shopping at Main & Bush Shopping Center, or grab a bite, relax or shop at the luxurious historic St. James Hotel. Don’t miss the spectacular view of bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin that await you atMemorial Park.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Go Bird Watching
DAY 9: Disembark in St. Paul, MN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
Disembark in the Twin Cities surrounded by skyscrapers, bridges and the first of many Mississippi River locks and dams.
Rates & Dates:
Cruise Length: 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Prices from: $2,495 pp/do*
Single Price: $3,495 pp
Sale: Up to $750 Off Per Stateroom Select Departures
Book by: 05/31/2013
2013 Dates: Oct 5
Ships: American Queen
Notes: Port Charges of $109 per person are additional and not included in the fare.
*Per Person/Double Occupancy. Special Single Rates apply where listed.
Enjoy this 9 Day voyage between St. Paul, MN and St. Louis, MO. Traveling the Upper Mississippi River, this journey through the heartland of America takes you to Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Missouri.
It’s Included:
- Complimentary shore excursions in every port
- Complimentary overnight stay in a select luxury hotel before your voyage – includes breakfast, taxes, porterage and transfers to the American Queen
- Complimentary wine and beer with dinner
- Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffees, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage
- The family recipes of acclaimed Southern chef Regina Charboneau
- The only steamboat with multiple specialty dining options, all at no additional charge
- Gracious service from a friendly all-American staff
- Casual elegance abounds, no formal wear required
- Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard historian
- Professional showboat-style entertainment and dancing nightly
- Our own dedicated fleet of Steamcoaches
- The most all-inclusive American river voyage
- The only authentic steam-powered overnight paddlewheel riverboat in America
- The greatest vacation value in America
Itinerary:
DAY 1: Hotel Overnight – St. Paul, MN
Included in your voyage is a luxury hotel stay. For this itinerary, we will reserve a room for you at one of these properties: The Westin Minneapolis or Hilton Minneapolis or Saint Paul Hotel.
DAY 2: St. Paul, MN
Departure: 7:30 p.m.
Embark on your cruise in the Twin Cities surrounded by skyscrapers, bridges and the first of many Mississippi River locks and dams.
DAY 3: Red Wing, MN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 1:00 p.m.
Red Wing is home to a variety of shops, including arts, antiques, pottery and one-of-a kind boutiques. Red Wing ranks as one of Minnesota’s leading manufacturing cities. Historically it is known as home to products including shoes, pottery and linseed oil. Today it also produces safety and robotic products.
Included Tour: Start your narrated tour at the Visitor Center and Art for some vital information about the city of Red Wing. Discover Minnesota’s favorite destination for antiques, gift shop, eateries and pottery at the Pottery Place District. Then visit the Stoney Ends Harps, who have made handcrafted folk lever harps for 25 years. At the Historic West End, you will find the Native American, Military and Sheldon Performing Arts Theatre. Do some fantastic shopping at Main & Bush Shopping Center, or grab a bite, relax or shop at the luxurious historic St. James Hotel. Don’t miss the spectacular view of bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin that await you atMemorial Park.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Go Bird Watching
DAY 4: La Crosse, WI
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 1:00 p.m.
This gem of Victorian and Art Deco architecture with an inviting Riverwalk is your gateway to local culture. Explore Amish Country or enjoy “lefse” and Scandinavian folk tunes with Norwegian descendants.
Included Tour: Board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoaches at the dock and enjoy a narrated tour of charming downtown La Crosse. Enjoy views from Victorian-style Hixon House, a home from the late 1850s. Discover exhibitions with historical and educational art programs at the Swarthout Museum and Pumphouse Regional Arts Center. Other stops include theChapels of St. Rose and the Riverside Museum with exhibitions from theWar Eagle. Learn about the impact of La Crosse’s river growth, and enjoy an appreciation for the diverse cultures that share the earth at the Riverside International Friendship Garden.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - A Taste of Norway in Wisconsin
DAY 5: Dubuque, IA
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 1:00 p.m.
The flags of five nations have flown over a city that lives and breathes river lore. Take in its diverse flavors from Cable Car Square to the Smithsonian-affiliated National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
Included Tour: Start this amazing tour on board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoach to Dubuque’s Museum of Art. Then, visit the oldest and most “grand” of more than 16 legitimate theaters in the community, the Grand Opera House. While viewing the Shot Tower, you’ll hear about how this structure produced nearly two-thirds of all the lead shot used during the Civil War. The Fenelon Place Elevator sits on the bluff of Dubuque, overlooking downtown and the mighty Mississippi River.
At the Mathias Ham House, you will capture the flavor of life along the Mississippi during the golden era of steamboating. Later, The Old Jail Museum will show you a rare example of Egyptian Revivalist architecture—as well as the dungeon in the basement!
Lastly, visit The Hotel Julien, which became known as one of the finest hotels in the Midwest and Al Capone’s hiding-out spot in Dubuque.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Americana – Baseball, Apple Pie & America’s Heartland
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Galena Historic Tour
DAY 6: Davenport, IA
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
The world’s most comprehensive agricultural exhibit celebrates the accomplishments of John Deere. Discover our 3,000- year addiction to chocolate with taste testing and a tour of the tropical gardens and chocolate tree in historic downtown Rock Island.
Included Tour: Our stop today is more than just one city. Board our deluxe Steamcoaches at the dock, and relax into a narrated tour of the charming Quad Cities area. Enjoy an exhibition representing art from the 16th century to the present at the Figge Art Museum, or listen to some American roots music at the River Music Experience. Other cultural and historic attractions include the German American Center and St. Anthony Church. Visit the first Preferred Summit Hotel in Iowa—the chic, hip, historic Black Hawk Hotel.
Spend an unstructured day, strolling from place to place and discovering surprises among the gift and gallery shops. Stay to eat, drink, shop or play at the Village of East Davenport. Interact in an exhibit with equipment and agricultural machines at the John Deer Pavilion. Amble through the Moline Walking Tour and the Quad City Botanical Center, which offers a collection of flowers, indoor tropical atrium, gardens, greenhouse and more.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Heritage Tours to the Amana Colonies
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Segway Adventure Tour
Premium Choice Tour #3 - The John Deere Legacy
DAY 7: Burlington, IA
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 1:00 p.m.
The ancestral home of the Suak Indians, Burlington became a bustling river and railroad port. Its rich heritage is kept alive in Historic Nauvoo’s Family Living Center and at Fort Madison.
Included Tour: Your step-on guide will meet you at the Port of Burlington Welcome Center to start your tour. The Port of Burlington is now home to a State of Iowa Welcome Center. Restrooms, information on statewide attractions, souvenirs and a video of local sites of interest combine with historic displays to make this an ideal point to begin or end your trip to Burlington.
Drive through Heritage Hill National Historic District. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, Heritage Hill lines the northern sector of downtown. Nearly 160 structures reflect many architectural periods and styles.
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Mississippi River from Mosquito Park, so named for its tiny size. Visit Snake Alley, perhaps Burlington’s most famous landmark. Ripley’s Believe It or Not dubbed Snake Alley the “crookedest street in the world.” The Alley consists of five half-curves and two quarter-curves and drops 58 feet over a distance of 275 feet. The brave are invited to walk down, and the Steamcoach will pick up walkers at the bottom of the hill.
Step back in time as you visit the new Des Moines County Heritage Center. Experience what life was like in the 19th-century and learn more about the importance of river and rail in southeast Iowa.
Then, visit the renovated Capitol Theater. Tour this 1930s Art Deco theater and learn of its rich history. Take some time visiting distinctive, locally owned stores inside historic buildings along Jefferson Street.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Live Cabaret Show in the Bart Howard Room
DAY 8: Hannibal, MO
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 12:00 p.m.
Board the Twainland Express for a journey enlivened by the spirit of Samuel Clemens, who authored American classics under the pen name of Mark Twain. Stroll through the Museum Complex, explore the famous Cave and watch as your guide points out scenes from famous tales.
Included Tour: This tour is all about exploring the Hannibal of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. Begin your journey into the town that inspired the author’s imagination at the Mark Twain Boyhood House & Museum. See the Justice of Peace, the courtroom setting used for trial in Tom Sawyer’s story. Visit the Becky Thatcher House, home of Tom Sawyer’s first sweetheart. Delight your palates with exclusive wines and free tasting at the Mark Twain Winery.
Then, take a journey to a time where the golden age of railroading and toy trains were part of most everyone’s life at the Big River Train Town Museum. Last but not least, enjoy visiting local Trinity Church and shopping at theHuck Finn Shopping Center.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Explore the Mark Twain Cave
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Mississippi Mud – A hands-on adventure
DAY 9: Disembark in St. Louis, MO
Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
After breakfast, keep an eye out for St. Louis’ Gateway Arch. This iconic landmark is a symbol of America’s frontier journey. Bid your fellow travelers adieu as you make your way home.
Rates & Dates:
Cruise Length: 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Prices from: $2,495 pp/do*
Single Price: $3,495 pp
Sale: Up to $750 Off Per Stateroom Select Departures
Book by: 05/31/2013
2013 Dates: Oct 12
Ships: American Queen
Notes: Port Charges of $49 to $159 per person are additional and not included in the fare.
*Per Person/Double Occupancy. Special Single Rates apply where listed.
Traveling the Upper Mississippi River, this journey includes visits to historic towns along the way such as Dubuque, IA and Red Wing, MN. Embark in St. Louis, MO and finish up your voyage in St. Paul, MN.
It’s Included:
- Complimentary shore excursions in every port
- Complimentary overnight stay in a select luxury hotel before your voyage – includes breakfast, taxes, porterage and transfers to the American Queen
- Complimentary wine and beer with dinner
- Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffees, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage
- The family recipes of acclaimed Southern chef Regina Charboneau
- The only steamboat with multiple specialty dining options, all at no additional charge
- Gracious service from a friendly all-American staff
- Casual elegance abounds, no formal wear required
- Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard historian
- Professional showboat-style entertainment and dancing nightly
- Our own dedicated fleet of Steamcoaches
- The most all-inclusive American river voyage
- The only authentic steam-powered overnight paddlewheel riverboat in America
- The greatest vacation value in America
Itinerary:
DAY 1: Hotel Overnight – St. Louis
Included in your voyage is a one-night luxury hotel stay in St. Louis. Tomorrow, you will board the American Queen to begin your voyage.
DAY 2: St. Louis, MO
Departure: 9:00 p.m.
As your ship leaves St.Louis, gaze up at the Gateway Arch and envision the adventures that lie ahead. The Welcome Aboard Dinner gets your journey off to a festive start.
DAY 3: Steamboating
Settle into a rocking chair and just let the scenery glide by. Or join in the fun of our numerous onboard activities. Your full day of leisurely steamboating on the river sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation.
DAY 4: Hannibal, MO
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 12:00 p.m.
Board the Twainland Express for a journey enlivened by the spirit of Samuel Clemens, who authored American classics under the pen name of Mark Twain. Stroll through the Museum Complex, explore the famous Cave and watch as your guide points out scenes from famous tales.
Included Tour: This tour is all about exploring the Hannibal of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. Begin your journey into the town that inspired the author’s imagination at the Mark Twain Boyhood House & Museum. See the Justice of Peace, the courtroom setting used for trial in Tom Sawyer’s story. Visit the Becky Thatcher House, home of Tom Sawyer’s first sweetheart. Delight your palates with exclusive wines and free tasting at the Mark Twain Winery.
Then, take a journey to a time where the golden age of railroading and toy trains were part of most everyone’s life at the Big River Train Town Museum. Last but not least, enjoy visiting local Trinity Church and shopping at theHuck Finn Shopping Center.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Explore the Mark Twain Cave
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Mississippi Mud – A hands-on adventure
DAY 5: Steamboating
Settle into a rocking chair and just let the scenery glide by. Or join in the fun of our numerous onboard activities. Your full day of leisurely steamboating on the river sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation.
DAY 6: Dubuque, IA
Arrival: 10:00 a.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
The flags of five nations have flown over a city that lives and breathes river lore. Take in its diverse flavors from Cable Car Square to the Smithsonian-affiliated National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
Included Tour: Start this amazing tour on board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoach to Dubuque’s Museum of Art. Then, visit the oldest and most “grand” of more than 16 legitimate theaters in the community, the Grand Opera House. While viewing the Shot Tower, you’ll hear about how this structure produced nearly two-thirds of all the lead shot used during the Civil War. The Fenelon Place Elevator sits on the bluff of Dubuque, overlooking downtown and the mighty Mississippi River.
At the Mathias Ham House, you will capture the flavor of life along the Mississippi during the golden era of steamboating. Later, The Old Jail Museum will show you a rare example of Egyptian Revivalist architecture—as well as the dungeon in the basement!
Lastly, visit The Hotel Julien, which became known as one of the finest hotels in the Midwest and Al Capone’s hiding-out spot in Dubuque.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Americana – Baseball, Apple Pie & America’s Heartland
Premium Choice Tour #2 - Galena Historic Tour
DAY 7: La Crosse, WI
Arrival: 12:00 p.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
This gem of Victorian and Art Deco architecture with an inviting Riverwalk is your gateway to local culture. Explore Amish Country or enjoy “lefse” and Scandinavian folk tunes with Norwegian descendants.
Included Tour: Board our deluxe Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoaches at the dock and enjoy a narrated tour of charming downtown La Crosse. Enjoy views from Victorian-style Hixon House, a home from the late 1850s. Discover exhibitions with historical and educational art programs at the Swarthout Museum and Pumphouse Regional Arts Center. Other stops include theChapels of St. Rose and the Riverside Museum with exhibitions from theWar Eagle. Learn about the impact of La Crosse’s river growth, and enjoy an appreciation for the diverse cultures that share the earth at the Riverside International Friendship Garden.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - A Taste of Norway in Wisconsin
DAY 8: Red Wing, MN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m. — Departure: 5:00 p.m.
Red Wing is home to a variety of shops, including arts, antiques, pottery and one-of-a kind boutiques. Red Wing ranks as one of Minnesota’s leading manufacturing cities. Historically it is known as home to products including shoes, pottery and linseed oil. Today it also produces safety and robotic products.
Included Tour: Start your narrated tour at the Visitor Center and Art for some vital information about the city of Red Wing. Discover Minnesota’s favorite destination for antiques, gift shop, eateries and pottery at the Pottery Place District. Then visit the Stoney Ends Harps, who have made handcrafted folk lever harps for 25 years. At the Historic West End, you will find the Native American, Military and Sheldon Performing Arts Theatre. Do some fantastic shopping at Main & Bush Shopping Center, or grab a bite, relax or shop at the luxurious historic St. James Hotel. Don’t miss the spectacular view of bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin that await you atMemorial Park.
Premium Choice Tour #1 - Go Bird Watching
DAY 9: Disembark in St. Paul, MN
Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
Disembark in the Twin Cities surrounded by skyscrapers, bridges and the first of many Mississippi River locks and dams.
STAR-STUDDED LINEUP OF HEADLINING ENTERTAINERS
Night after magical night, top entertainers will bring down the house in the American Queen’s majestic Grand Saloon. Two decks tall, the Grand Saloon is absolutely palatial, the most elegant showplace on the river. Every evening, guests will be treated to a different celebration of America’s best music, from Broadway hits to Dixieland Jazz, big band to bluegrass, ragtime to rock and roll. Showboat-style cabaret acts and old-fashioned radio shows add variety and charm to the evening lineup.
The Return of the Riverlorians
While the entertainment in the Grand Saloon will have guests’ toes tapping, the enrichment and historical aspects will have their senses piqued. As the American Queen carries forward the 100+ yearlong legacy of the fabled Delta Queen Steamboat Company, it is only fitting that a much-loved Delta Queen veteran serve as the inaugural Riverlorian. Mary Charlton, who has served as Riverlorian aboard the Delta Queen, Mississippi Queen and American Queen in the past is returning in her starring role.
Glenn Miller Orchestra– The big band show, with a sound of its own, draws rave reviews performing original arrangements of classics that defined a generation. Swing, sway or just tap in time with nostalgic tunes like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Chattanooga Choo Choo and many others.
Voyage dates: July 27, August 3, December 28
Rat Pack Show – Guests will close their eyes and swear it’s Ol’ Blue Eyes himself. Amazing performers evoke the sounds and memories of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, backed by our onboard orchestra. Enjoy hits that include Fly Me to the Moon, That’s Amore, Everybody Loves Somebody, New York, New York, When I Was Seventeen and others.
Voyage Dates: June 28, July 18, October 22, December 14
B.J. Thomas – The voice is unmistakable and the audience will return to the late 60s and early 70s as the legendary B.J. Thomas sings his chart-topping songs, Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head, Hooked on a Feeling, I Just Can’t Help Believing, Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song and others.
Voyage Dates: July 11, July 18, July 22
The Lovin’ Spoonful – Playing the hits that put them into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the band will transport the Grand Saloon to the 60s with their great songs, including Do You Believe in Magic, Daydream, Summer in the City and Nashville Cats.
Voyage Dates: July 11, July 18, July 22
The Platters – The original doo-wop act brings back the sound of the 50s with the songs that became classics: Only You, The Great Pretender, My Prayer, Twilight Time, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes and others.
Voyage Date: September 7
Bill Haley’s Comets – The genesis of rockabilly and early rock, Bill Haley’s Comets will have guests moving to energetic hits like Rock Around the Clock and Shake, Rattle and Roll.
Voyage Date: September 7
Annie Moses Band – This incredible classically trained family will have everyone in the holiday spirit performing seasonal music. Featured are violin, viola, cello, harp, guitar, piano and stunning vocals.
Voyage Dates: November 19, December 9, December 14
Juggernaut Jug Band – Steamboaters will delight in the authentic form of river music known as “jug music.” Rooted in the port towns of the Deep South, jug music includes styles of swing, jazz and bluegrass, performed by Juggernaut’s amazing artists.
Voyage Dates: September 28, October 12
