Memphis - Cincinnati - 10 days
Christening Ceremony
Steamboat Race
10-day holiday includes 7-night voyage and 2 hotel nights
Single Savings Offer! Single Supplement has been reduced to only 20%. Fares for singles start at just $2,394 for this departure.
The whistle blows. The paddlewheel churns. The calliope plays. As the champagne flows, get ready for the celebration of a lifetime onboard the grand American Queen.
You are invited to join us and be one of the select few to experience our very special christening voyage. You and your fellow travelers will be among the first lucky travelers to make history, on the American Queen’s Inaugural Voyages which will be filled with many special surprises.
From our Gala Ball to our Christening Ceremony, you will be treated as honored guests. And once aboard the most opulent and legendary riverboat ever built, the fabled Steamer American Queen you will find luxurious staterooms, extraordinary dining overseen by famed American chef Regina Charboneau, superb showboat style entertainment, and an All-American crew. I think that you will agree that the American Queen offers a river cruise experience like no other.
I hope that you will join us for what is sure to be a truly memorable travel experience.
Sincerely,
Jeff Krida
Chief Executive Officer
Great American Steamboat Company
FEATURING: Harry James Orchestra – Directed by Fred Radke, who played first trumpet for the master himself and is held in esteem by jazz greats, the incredible orchestra stirs memories of the good old days with hits including All or Nothing at All, Ain’t She Sweet, Up a Lazy River and more.
Highlights
Fares will include:
• 2 Night Luxury Hotel Stay in Historic Memphis at the Marriott Downtown
• Welcome Barbeque Dinner at Charles Vergo’s world-famous Rendezvous
• Gala Christening Ceremony and Inaugural Ball
• Special Onboard Events Hosted by Senior Executives
• Commemorative Keepsake Gift
• Performances by The Harry James Orchestra
Luxury Hotel Stay Included
Included in your voyage is a two-night luxury hotel stay.
For this itinerary, we will reserve a room for you at:
Memphis – The Memphis Marriott Downtown
Hotel assignment is solely at the discretion of Great American Steamboat Company.
Special requests and requests for a specific property cannot be accommodated.
Day 1: Embark from Memphis, Tennessee
Embark in America’s third largest inland port, famous for blues, barbeque and Elvis’ Graceland—attractions you’ll want to explore.
Day 2: Steamboating
This is your time — a full day of blissful cruising — to fully experience all that your elegant ship and friendly crew hold in store. Relax, unwind and melt into the magic of the Mississippi.
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 Mississippi River sets the tone for an unforgettable vacation
Day 4: Henderson, Kentucky
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Henderson, the hometown of famed naturalist John James Audubon. Reminders of his famous bird paintings are around every corner. See if you can find all eight of the town’s bronze bird statues. With a growing population, thriving downtown, historic turn-of-the-century mansions overlooking the river, and a recently renovated riverfront, Henderson exhibits the best qualities of an historic southern river town.
Day 5: Steamboating
The Great Waters of the Mississippi originate in the Rocky Mountains and the Appalachians and roll relentlessly to the Gulf of Mexico. This force of nature is your constant companion during a magical day of uninterrupted cruising.
Day 6: Louisville, Kentucky
From its frontier founding at the time of the American Revolution, to the heyday of Steamboat transport in the early 19th century, through the city’s importance as a Union base during the Civil War, Louisville has always balanced a sense of history with an ability to re-invent itself as the city of originals.
Included Tour: Board our Hop On-Hop Off Steamcoach for a narrated tour of attractions throughout the journey. Places for you to sightsee include Louisville’s Visitor Center; boxing cultural attraction Muhammad Ali Center; Kentucky Museum of Arts and Crafts, which promotes the area’s rich crafts heritage; and the Louisville Slugger Bat Factory. For those with a taste for glass artwork or handmade candy, The Glass Work and Muth’s Candy Store are sensory delights. Your tour also includes the Frazier International Military Museum, home of the Royal Armouries USA.
Head down to Fourth Street Live for premier dining, entertainment and retail all in one place.
Day 7: Madison, Indiana
Tour family owned and operated businesses from Schroeder Saddletree Factory and the Madison Vineyard to Betty Mundt’s Candies. A stroll through town takes in the highlights of this beautiful city in southern Indiana.
Included Tour: Begin your visit to Madison’s antique powered machinery at the 19th-century Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum. Then stop at the ornate Broadway Fountain, one of only four fountains of this style in the world. Enjoy a short tour of The Lanier Mansion, often referred to as the crown jewel of Madison’s historic district.
Shopping time at the Comfort Station! Later, return to your Steamcoach and visit the Thomas Family Winery for an evening of wine tasting and Celtic music.
Day 8: Disembark in Cincinnati, Ohio
Disembark today. If time permits, linger and learn about Cincinnati’s pioneer life on a visit to a settler’s cabin. Step aboard a side-wheel steamboat or visit the famous Rookwood Pottery Factory for a souvenir of the region.
entertainment
Harry James Orchestra – Directed by Fred Radke, who played first trumpet for the master himself and is held in esteem by jazz greats, the incredible orchestra stirs memories of the good old days with hits including All or Nothing at All, Ain’t She Sweet, Up a Lazy River and more.
Fares
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Rates listed are per person, double occupancy |
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Suites with Veranda Own the American Queen, or at least feel as if you do, as you enjoy the best. From your spacious, elegantly furnished suite, you are treated to a sweeping river view. Sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area with sofa-bed and cocktail tables. Soak in your tub or shower, and then sleep soundly in your antique double or queen bed. |
$5,795
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Suites with Veranda Own the American Queen, or at least feel as if you do, as you enjoy the best. From your spacious, elegantly furnished suite, you are treated to a sweeping river view. Sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting aread with sofa-bed and cocktail tables. Soak in your tub or shower, and then sleep soundly in your antique double or queen bed. |
$5,595
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Superior Outside Staterooms with Veranda Nothing compares to being able to step right outside your stateroom to inhale the fresh morning or evening air. With windowed French doors opening onto a deck, you enjoy the freedom to do as you please. Room sizes vary, but each of these staterooms has two single beds and a private bathroom that includes a tub and shower. |
$5,195
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Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Veranda These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from windowed French doors that open onto a private veranda. All offer a private bathroom with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-size bed. |
$4,295
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Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Veranda These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from windowed French doors that open onto the deck. All offer a private bathroom with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-size bed. |
$3,895
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Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Veranda These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from windowed French doors that open onto the deck. All offer a private bathroom with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-size bed. |
$3,495
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Deluxe Outside Staterooms Lie in your bed, read a book and enjoy a constant river view from the privacy of your stateroom. Your spacious accommodations feel open and airy thanks to the large bay window that provides you a unique perspective on America. Rooms feature inside entrance, two single beds and private bath tub and shower. |
$3,295
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Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Veranda These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from French doors that open onto the deck. All offer a private bathroom with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-size bed. |
$3,195
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Inside Cabins Perfect for voyagers who like to enjoy the many amenities of the American Queen and retire to their rooms to sleep or nap, inside cabins are anything but short of comfort. All feature inside entrances and private baths with showers. Our most spacious inside cabins offer a little extra storage and large dressing mirror. Some rooms have an additional single upper bunk. |
$2,895
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Inside Cabins Perfect for voyagers who like to enjoy the many amenities of the American Queen and retire to their rooms to sleep or nap, inside cabins are anything but short of comfort. All feature inside entrances and private baths with showers. Our most spacious inside cabins offer a little extra storage and large dressing mirror. Some rooms have an additional single upper bunk. |
$2,495
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Inside Cabins Perfect for voyagers who like to enjoy the many amenities of the American Queen and retire to their rooms to sleep or nap, inside cabins are anything but short of comfort. All feature inside entrances and private baths with showers. Our most spacious inside cabins offer a little extra storage and large dressing mirror. Some rooms have an additional single upper bunk. |
$2,395
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Inside Cabins Only slightly smaller these inside cabins also have upper and lower berths. |
$1,995
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SI / Single
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Single Cabins Everything the single traveler needs for cozy comfort, featuring an interior entrance and single bed with shower. |
$2,995
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Fares are per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI (single category). Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, are per person and do not include air or land transportation. Port Taxes of $49 to $119 per person are additional and not included in the fare. Promotional fares and amenities are capacity controlled, may vary by sailing and category of accommodations and may be withdrawn without notice.
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Booking Request
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Please feel free to contact us at 1-888-749-5280 during our regular office hours to speak with us directly.
We look forward to welcoming you on one of our steamboat journeys.
The Great American Steamboat Company
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