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American Queen Steamboat Mississippi CruiseAlton, MO to Red Wing, MN
Sept. 28 to Oct. 6, 2024
Seven Night River Cruise on the American Countess with One Pre-night in St Louis MO
September 28 Depart from Biddeford or Wells for the airport in Boston. Board your flight to St. Louis for your over-night stay.
September 29 Transfer from the hotel to the ship mid-morning. Board the beautiful American Countess for the begin-ning of your journey. Ship departs port at 5 pm (Breakfast/ Lunch/Dinner)
September 30 Today arrive in Hannibal, Missouri at Noon. While Hannibal explore the Mark Twain Cave written in about five of Twain’s books. This famous cave was also used by Jesse James as a hideout following his 1879 bank robbery. His signature remains in the cave to this day. (B L D)
October 1 A day of scenic cruising down the river as you head for Bettendorf. (B L D)
October 2 Arrive in Bettendorf, Iowa at 8 am. In this town you will experience whimsical architecture which complements the eccentric gardens of the Quad City Botanical Center in neighboring Rock Island. (B L D)
October 3 Today you will spend 1/2 of the day in Dubuque, Iowa. Victorian meets bohemian in this ever-growing Mississippi River gem that’s sure to leave dazzling memories. In Dubuque explore historic districts peppered with preserved history. Take a ride on the historic Fenelon Place Elevator, which is also the shortest, steep-est, 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.” (B L D)
October 4 Arrive in La Crosse, Wisconsin at 8 am for a day of wonder. The La Crosse Region is a proud part of the Driftless Region, a part of the world with an ancient, distinct topography and unparalleled views. “Drift” refers to glacial drift; the rock and sediment deposited by a glacier as it moves over an area of land. (B L D) A day of scenic cruising down the river as you head for Bettendorf. (B L D)
October 5 Arrive in Red Wind, Minnesota at noon today for your overnight stay. Red Wing was included on National Geographic Traveler’s list of the world’s most historic places. The port city offers endless opportunities to travel back in time and learn about settlers and pioneers who occupied the land or admire the craftsmanship and creativity of local artisans of both the present and the past. The first settlers in town built small mills, factories, and workshops, similar to ones they were familiar with in New England where many came from. (B L D)
October 6 Today your river cruise ends as you disembark from the ship and make your way to the airport for your flight back to Boston. Followed by your transfer back to Maine. (B)
Tour Includes Starting prices listed are per person D/O
Roundtrip transportation from Biddeford & Wells to Boston Category E—Inside Stateroom—$4682 per person
Roundtrip air from Boston Category B – Outside Stateroom—$5682 per person
All transfers Category A—Deluxe Outside Stateroom—$6382 per person
Pre-night in St Louis and hotel taxes
Seven night cruise with shore excursions in each city To reserve space, a deposit of $750 per person is due with reservation
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on the ship
Unlimited beverages including open bar & lounges
Unlimited WI-FI
Onboard Entertainment and lectures All taxes, fees and port charges
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Mississippi River, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
