St. Louis to Minneapolis | 9-Day Voyages

The American Duchess looks forward each season to the journey from St Louis to Minneapolis! The river towns of Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota are very welcoming, full of the Midwest charm and hospitality. Your visit includes the historic city of St Louis, the charming towns of Clinton Iowa, Dubuque Iowa, LaCrosse Wisconsin, and Red Wing Minnesota. Indulge your love of Mark Twain / Samuel Clemens on a visit to his hometown of Hannibal, Missouri where Huck Finn got his start.

9 Days & 8 Nights

from $2,799 pp/do*

August 12, 2023 | August 19, 2023 | August 26, 2023 | September 2, 2023 | September 9, 2023

American Duchess

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*Per person/double occupancy. Special single rates apply where listed. Excludes port fees.
Itineraries may operate in reverse.

Your Itinerary

1Hotel Stay in St. Louis, MO
Enjoy a complimentary stay in St. Louis/Alton.

2Embark in Alton, IL
Welcome aboard the American Duchess!

3Hannibal, MO
The hometown of Samuel Clemens, Hannibal has brought the stories of Mark Twain to life for you to explore around town. Visit his boyhood home, now a museum, as well as the caves explored by Tom and Huck and the homes of Becky Thatcher and Huckleberry Finn. Hannibal is also home to the Big River Train Town Model Train Museum and Ayers Pottery.

4Leisurely River Cruising
Enjoy the onboard amenities of the American Duchess, or gather with friends for a drink and share ghost stories from your explorations yesterday in Mark Twain’s caves!

5Bettendorf, IA
Situated in southeastern Iowa, Bettendorf is part of a large metro area called the "Quad Cities," a collection of river vistas and metropolitan communities that meld Midwestern neighborliness with rich educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. Comprised of the Mississippi riverfront towns of Bettendorf & Davenport in Iowa and Moline and Rock Island in Illinois, these distinctively different urban areas, without friction, blend into the melting pot that the region celebrates.

6Dubuque, IA
Take a ride on the historic Fenelon Place Elevator, which is also the shortest, steepest, scenic railway, spanning 296 feet in length. Admire the 105 stained-glass Tiffany windows at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, home to “one of the five finest religious Tiffany collections in the world.” See all the wildlife displays and hands-on exhibits at the National Mississippi River Museum. Cap your day in Dubuque with a tasting at one of the local vineyards or tasting rooms. Visit the Dubuque Museum of Art which holds the largest collection of the area's favorite local artist, Grant Wood.

7La Crosse, WI
Excursions include the Dahl Auto Museum, Chapels of St. Rose, Hixon house, Riverside Museum, and the Riverside International Friendship Garden.

8Red Wing, MN
Listed as a National Geographic Traveler’s Most Historic Places in the World, Red Wing was built on a thriving pottery industry. You can still admire the craftsmanship at the Red Wing Pottery Showroom and the Pottery Museum of Red Wing.

9Disembark in Red Wing, MN
Ask an agent about extending your stay with a hotel package!

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Cabin Categories

Cabin	Single Price	Double Price
Owner's Suites	—	$9,799 pp
Loft Suites	—	$8,399 pp
Deluxe Suites	—	$7,599 pp
Veranda Suite	—	$5,199 pp
Interior Suites	—	$2,799 pp

American Cuisine

Dining is an uniquely American experience aboard the ship. Local ingredients used to create regional delicasies will charm your tastebuds. In addition to the main dining room, there are also an alternative venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as 24-hour room service for your convenience.

Pre-Cruise Hotel

The first night of the vacation always includes a hotel night. This ensures that you are in the right city to board your boat on time. You’ll be rested and ready to go! Your breakfast and transfers to the boat are also included.

Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus

You’ll spot the buses right away – they look just like the ship! Two buses travel alongside the boat from port to port. At every port, you’ll be able to board these buses for the Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions. The bus will have a set route in the town, and you can ride until you see someplace you want to go. Then catch the bus the next time it comes thru.

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