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2019 VOYAGES AMERICAN QUEEN® H AMERICAN DUCHESS™ H AMERICAN EMPRESS® UP TO A $500 AIR CREDIT PER PERSON CHATTANOOGA • CINCINNATI • LOUISVILLE • MEMPHIS • MINNEAPOLIS • NEW ORLEANS NOTTOWAY PLANTATION • PITTSBURGH • PORTLAND • ST. LOUIS • SPOKANE
O ur D istinguished T raditions Premium hotel stay begins your journey H Exquisite multi-course fine dining with specialty and casual options H Broadway-caliber entertainment H Award-winning, comprehensive, guided shore excursions in each port of call H Authentic paddlewheel riverboats H Daily enrichment provided by resident riverlorians AMERICAN EMPRESS 2 (888) 749-5280
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Fine Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Broadway-Caliber Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Cultural Enrichment and Experiences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ITINERARIES BY VESSEL A M E R I C A N Q U E E N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sailing Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 The Mighty Mississippi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-19 A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Sailing Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 The Mighty Mississippi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Racing on the River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-35 A M E R I C A N E M P R E S S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Sailing Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-43 PORTS OF CALL & PREMIUM EXCURSIONS . . . . . . . . 4 4 Lower Mississippi River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-48 Ohio, Tennessee, and Cumberland Rivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-53 Upper Mississippi River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-56 Columbia and Snake Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57-59 OUR PADDLEWHEELERS AMERICAN QUEEN Deck Plans, Suites, and Staterooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-62 AMERICAN DUCHESS Deck Plans, Suites, and Staterooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63-65 AMERICAN EMPRESS Deck Plans, Suites, and Staterooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66-68 EXTEND YOUR STAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 9 TERMS AND CONDITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 0 TRAVEL PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1 UNCOMPR OMISED VALUE. UNLIMITED ENJOYMENT. Premium hotel stay Fine dining with Broadway-caliber Guided shore Coffee, tea, cappuccino, begins your journey specialty and casual entertainment excursions in each espresso, filtered water options port of call and soft drinks Wine and beer Room service Wi-Fi/Internet Daily enrichment Gracious hospitality with dinner 24 hours a day service programs and personalized service WWW .A QS C . C O M 3
FINE DINING J.M. WHITE DINING ROOM, AMERICAN QUEEN I nspired by America’s heartland, our Southern heritage, and the Pacific Northwest, our menus showcase the varied cultural and culinary influences of our great nation. You will quickly discover that dining aboard our vessels Highlights is an elevated, epicurean affair that pleases the • Complimentary wine and beer palate and warms the soul. As our award-winning with dinner culinary teams take full advantage of each region’s • Lavishly appointed main diverse bounty of fresh, local ingredients to dining rooms fashion authentic dishes, our gracious staff charms • Tantalizing multi-course dinners you with friendly, attentive service. • Bountiful buffets for breakfast Each grand vessel boasts a magnificent main and lunch dining room for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All • Vegetarian and gluten-free meals on the American Queen are also available menu options in a more casual alternative venue. A more casual • Reservation-only specialty dining venue for breakfast and lunch is also available on at no additional charge† the American Duchess and American Empress, • 24-hour room service while dinner in these venues is upscale and requires a reservation. • Seasonal al fresco dining with idyllic river views All of our vessels feature 24-hour room service • Exceptional holiday dining for your comfort and convenience. † American Duchess and American Empress 4 FIN E D I N I N G (888) 749-5280
Sample Menu Selections SIGNATURE ENTRÉES Veal Marsala Captain’s Braised Beef Short Rib Grilled Filet Mignon Char-Grilled Salmon Fillet Lobster Tail Polenta Cake-Stuffed Portobello Mushroom REGION: MISSISSIPPI Bouquet of Spring Mix Salad Beef Carpaccio Smothered Crawfish and Grits Red Snapper and Shrimp Creole Mississippi Mud Pie Moonshine Raisin Bread Pudding REGION: PACIFIC NORTHWEST Hand-Tossed Caesar Salad Roasted Beet-and-Asparagus Salad Seafood Chowder Hot-Smoked Pacific Salmon Washington State Dungeness Crab Double-Cut Lamb Chop Sugar-Free Washington Apple Dumpling Beverage Package: Our all-inclusive beverage package affords you carefree enjoyment of your favorite spirits, beer, and wine by the glass throughout your voyage. Ask your reservations agent for details and pricing. WWW .A QS C . C O M FINE D INING 5
BROADWAY-CALIBER ENTERTAINMENT THE GRAND SALOON, AMERICAN QUEEN S ince the beginning of time, the majesty of America’s rivers has been an unwavering source of inspiration for all styles of music and storytelling. Each day and evening lend the opportunity to delve into the dramatic history Highlights and musical influences of the regions in which we • An impressive variety of nightly travel, creating an onboard experience that pierces entertainment the realm of extraordinary and transcends into • Exclusive American Queen something beyond measure. Steamboat Company cast of performers You will be enthralled with the distinctive blend of live music, stellar Broadway-style shows, big- • Magnificent house bands screen movie events, and distinguished historical • Live piano music dialogue. Whether it is a themed-voyage special • Special matinee events event steeped in the sounds of Nashville’s • Distinguished historical dialogue legendary country music scene, the invigorating • Majestic theaters and intimate jazz of New Orleans, a rousing medley of movie lounges hit songs, a culinary demonstration that traces the regional significance of featured dishes, or an enlightening lecture conveyed by our esteemed Riverlorians, you are treated to world-class riverboat entertainment in an atmosphere of sheer warmth and elegance. 6 E N TE R T A I N M E N T (888) 749-5280
Sampling of Onboard Entertainment BROADWAY-CALIBER ENTERTAINMENT Big-band shows Broadway-style performances Regional musical medleys Smooth solo performances Exceptional holiday productions SPECIAL ONBOARD EVENTS Late-night lounge performances Dance sets such as ballroom, swing, sock hops, and country music jamborees Exclusive themed activities and events Onboard cooking demonstrations Interactive game shows Trivia and Bingo GUEST ENTERTAINMENT Esteemed historians and lecturers Authors and speakers Unique local musicians Spellbinding magic shows Entertainment may vary by region and vessel. “The entertainment staff and the Empress Quartet were ‘top-drawer’ performers. Your selection of staff for the Empress is absolutely commendable.” ~ John and Linda B. WWW .A QS C . C O M E NTER TA INMENT 7
CULTURAL ENRICHMENT AND EXPERIENCES NOTTOWAY PLANTATION F rom all perspectives, our vessels are testimonies to the floating palaces of long ago, and a culmination of their finest qualities. They are grand in every sense of the word, and you will discover a blend of every bold paddlewheeler Inclusions innovation, along with pristine, authentic design. • Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Each vessel boasts an inclusive range of fine Hop-Off shore excursions in amenities, educational enrichment, and hospitable each port of call services to deliver a uniquely American experience • Deluxe motorcoach for a truly rich river cruising vacation. transportation The main attractions on any American Queen • Self-guided art tours onboard Steamboat Company cruise are the award- • Authentic steam-powered winning shore excursions. Shore excursions are paddlewheel† thoughtfully designed to optimize the guest • Authentic steam calliope† experience. Our own dedicated fleet of deluxe • Pilot house tours motorcoaches with talented drivers and shore • Engine room viewing area† excursions staff is waiting to assist you in each port of call. • Bicycles and helmets for use while in port Regardless of which vessel you choose, you will † Exclusive to the American Queen enjoy hassle-free access to some of the most historically and culturally significant attractions in America. 8 E N RIC H M E N T A N D E X PERI ENCES (888) 749-5280
Sampling of Cultural Enrichment INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSIONS Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions in each port of call The freedom to customize your experience and choose your own path Hassle-free access to many historic and cultural attractions Narrated city tours Guided and independent walking tours OPTIONAL PREMIUM EXPERIENCES Award-winning venues Immersive and rare experiences Varied activity levels Knowledgeable local guides RIVERLORIANS Educational Q&A sessions Intimate river chats Pilot house tours Destination overviews Storytelling, captivating tales, lore, and legends WWW .A QS C . C O M E NR IC HME NT AND EXP E R IENC ES 9
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Q U E E N 2019 SAILING SCHEDULE A M E R I C A N Lower Mississippi Ohio/Tennessee/Cumberland Upper Mississippi VOYAGE FARES DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Feb 17 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,099 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Feb 24 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,099 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Mar 3 9 New Orleans to Memphis – Mardi Gras $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Mar 10 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,199 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Mar 17 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,199 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Mar 24 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,199 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Mar 31 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Apr 7 9 Memphis to New Orleans SOLD OUT $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Apr 14 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,099 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Apr 21 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,099 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Apr 28 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville May 5 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway May 12 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville May 19 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway May 26 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Jun 2 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Jun 9 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Jun 16 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Jun 23 23 New Orleans to Red Wing (Minneapolis) $5,999 14 Hotel: New Orleans Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville, Memphis, New Madrid, Paducah, Cape Girardeau, Chester, St. Louis, Alton, Hannibal, Clinton, Dubuque, La Crosse, Red Wing Jul 14 9 Red Wing (Minneapolis) to Alton (St. Louis) $2,299 18 Ports: Red Wing, La Crosse, Dubuque, Bettendorf (Quad Cities), Burlington, Hannibal Jul 21 9 Alton (St. Louis) to Red Wing (Minneapolis) $2,299 19 Ports: Hannibal, Clinton, Dubuque, La Crosse, Red Wing 12 A ME RI C A N Q U E E N 2 0 19 SAI L I NG SCHEDUL E (888) 749-5280
VOYAGE FARES A M E R I C A N DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Jul 28 9 Red Wing (Minneapolis) to Alton (St. Louis) $2,299 18 Ports: Red Wing, La Crosse, Dubuque, Bettendorf (Quad Cities), Burlington, Hannibal Aug 4 9 Alton (St. Louis) to Red Wing (Minneapolis) $2,299 19 Ports: Hannibal, Clinton, Dubuque, La Crosse, Red Wing Aug 11 16 Red Wing (Minneapolis) to New Orleans $4,399 14 Q U E E N Hotel: Minneapolis Ports: Dubuque, Bettendorf (Quad Cities), Burlington, Hannibal, St. Louis, Memphis, Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Nottoway Aug 25 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Sep 1 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Sep 8 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Sep 15 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Sep 22 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Sep 29 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Oct 6 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Oct 13 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Oct 20 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Oct 27 9 Memphis to Chattanooga – Civil War $2,299 17 Ports: New Madrid, Paducah, Savannah, Florence Nov 3 9 Chattanooga to Memphis – Civil War $2,299 17 Ports: Decatur, Florence, Savannah, Paducah, New Madrid Nov 10 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,299 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Nov 17 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,299 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Nov 24 9 Memphis to New Orleans (Thanksgiving) $2,099 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Dec 1 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,099 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Dec 8 9 Memphis to New Orleans – Plantation Holidays $2,099 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Dec 15 9 New Orleans to Memphis – Plantation Holidays $2,099 15 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Greenville Dec 22 9 Memphis to New Orleans – An American Christmas $2,099 16 Ports: Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Dec 29 6 Roundtrip New Orleans – New Year’s Celebration $1,399 CALL Ports: Nottoway, Baton Rouge Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of single-occupancy categories SO & SI. Fares do not include taxes, port charges, insurance, gratuities, airfare, or land transportation. All itineraries, hotels, pricing, dates and themes are subject to change and we are not responsible for errors or omissions therein. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN Q U E E N 2019 SA ILING SC HED U LE 13
Q U E E N A M E R I C A N EPIC 16- TO 23-DAY VOYAGES HEADWATERS OF THE MISSISSIPPI H ave you ever wondered what this country looked like to Pre- and Post-Cruise City Stay Package its early explorers and pioneers? Traveling on the mighty Mississippi and its tributaries aboard the American Queen, you will be transported back in time, to an era of leisurely and romantic travel. Storybook American towns and vibrant, bustling cities provide a bit of excitement between peaceful fields of gold, majestic panoramas, and high bluffs. There is no better way to see America than from the perspective of the river, Complete your experience with a once-in-lifetime visit to for the river has played a tremendous role in the shaping of this Lake Itasca, the glacier-created beautiful country and the lives of the people who inhabit it. mouth of the Mississippi River, when you add the After extensively cruising amid the charms and gracious style optional 3-day/2-night City of the American Queen, you will forever be changed. Stay Package to your cruise. INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE: H One-night premium hotel stay to begin your journey with breakfast, taxes, porterage, and transfer to the American Queen H Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursions in each port of call H Visit more than seven states, and traverse abundant locks and dams H Broadway-caliber entertainment nightly H All onboard meals with delicious regionally inspired cuisine H Wine and beer with dinner H Coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, filtered water, soft drinks, ice cream, popcorn, and freshly baked cookies H Wi-Fi/Internet service H Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our resident history and culture expert DATES LENGTH ROUTE FROM June 23 - July 15 23 Days New Orleans to Red Wing (Minneapolis) $5,999 Aug 11-26 16 Days Red Wing (Minneapolis) to New Orleans $4,399 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $379-$569. FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS, CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE. 14 A ME RI C A N Q U E E N 2 0 19 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N NEW! Q U E E N NASHVILLE POST-CRUISE CITY STAY From Memphis on select dates. See Page 69. NEW ORLEANS, LA L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER NEW ORLEANS TO MEMPHIS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . New Orleans, LA Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 4: Wednesday. . . St. Francisville, LA Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Natchez, MS Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . Vicksburg, MS Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . Greenville, MS Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Authentic Southern Culture H Mississippi Delta Heritage Sprawling Sugarcane and Cotton Plantations H Majestic Mansions Antebellum Architecture H New Orleans Jazz and Historic French Quarter Civil War Battlefield and Monuments H Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine THEME CRUISES: Mardi Gras, Mar 3; Plantation Holidays, Dec 15 CATEGORY OS LS AAA AA PS A B C D E SO SI Feb 17, Dec 1, 15 $7,599 $6,399 $4,399 $3,999 $3,999 $3,999 $3,799 $3,599 $3,299 $2,099 $5,099 $2,499 Apr 14 $7,999 $6,799 $4,699 $4,199 $4,199 $4,199 $3,999 $3,799 $3,499 $2,099 $5,399 $2,699 Mar 17 $8,499 $7,099 $4,899 $4,499 $4,499 $4,499 $4,299 $3,999 $3,699 $2,199 $5,699 $2,799 Mar 3, 31; Apr 28; $8,999 $7,499 $5,199 $4,699 $4,699 $4,699 $4,499 $4,199 $3,899 $2,299 $5,999 $2,999 May 12, 26; Jun 9; Aug 25; Sep 8, 22; Oct 6, 20; Nov 17 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM E R IC AN Q U EE N 2019 ITINE R A R IES 15
Q U E E N A M E R I C A N NOTTOWAY PLANTATION L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER MEMPHIS to NEW ORLEANS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . Vicksburg, MS Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Natchez, MS Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . Baton Rouge, LA Day 7: Saturday. . . . . St. Francisville, LA Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 9: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Memphis Blues and Barbeque H Authentic Southern Culture H Majestic Mansions Mississippi Delta Heritage H Sprawling Sugarcane and Cotton Plantations Political History H Antebellum Architecture H National Military Parks Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine THEME CRUISES: Plantation Holidays, Dec 8; An American Christmas, Dec 22 CATEGORY OS LS AAA AA PS A B C D E SO SI Feb 24; Nov 24; Dec 8, 22 $7,599 $6,399 $4,399 $3,999 $3,999 $3,999 $3,799 $3,599 $3,299 $2,099 $5,099 $2,499 Apr 21 $7,999 $6,799 $4,699 $4,199 $4,199 $4,199 $3,999 $3,799 $3,499 $2,099 $5,399 $2,699 Mar 10, 24 $8,499 $7,099 $4,899 $4,499 $4,499 $4,499 $4,299 $3,999 $3,699 $2,199 $5,699 $2,799 May 5, 19; Jun 2, 16 $8,999 $7,499 $5,199 $4,699 $4,699 $4,699 $4,499 $4,199 $3,899 $2,299 $5,999 $2,999 Sep 1, 15, 29; Oct 13; Nov 10 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. 16 A ME RI C A N Q U E E N 2 0 19 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N Q U E E N CHATTANOOGA, TN O HI O , TE N N E S S E E , A N D C U M B E RL A ND RI VERS MEMPHIS to CHATTANOOGA – 9 days (AND REVERSE) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 4: Wednesday. . . . New Madrid, MO Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Paducah, KY Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . Savannah, TN Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . . Florence, AL Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 9: Monday. . . . . . Chattanooga, TN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 49-53. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Historic Civil War Sites H Scenic Foothills of the Appalachian Mountains Wilson Lock and Dam (the highest single-lift lock east of the Rocky Mountains) Guest Historians and Presentations H Legends and Lore of Famous Frontiersmen THEME CRUISES: Civil War, Oct 27 and Nov 3 CATEGORY OS LS AAA AA PS A B C D E SO SI Oct 27; Nov 3* $8,999 $7,499 $5,199 $4,699 $4,699 $4,699 $4,499 $4,199 $3,899 $2,299 $5,999 $2,999 *Reverse itinerary includes Decatur, AL. Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE IN MEMPHIS. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM E R IC AN Q U EE N 2019 ITINE R A R IES 17
Q U E E N A M E R I C A N THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER FROM PIKES PEAK STATE PARK UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER RED WING to ALTON – 9 days (MINNEAPOLIS) (ST. LOUIS) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . Minneapolis, MN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Embark 3 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Depart 1 p.m. Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . . La Crosse, WI Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Dubuque, IA Day 6: Friday . . . . . . . . . . Bettendorf, IA (Quad Cities) Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . Burlington, IA Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . Hannibal, MO See port descriptions on Pages 54-56. Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . . Alton, IL Disembark 8 a.m. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mark Twain’s Hometown and Literary Inspiration Scenic River Views and Towering Bluffs H American Bald Eagles and Indigenous Wildlife H Scandinavian and German Heritage Abundant Locks and Dams H Charming Small-Town America Mark Twain’s Mississippi Discover America Mark Twain-style along the great Mississippi that formed his own undying fascination with and love for America. CATEGORY OS LS AAA AA PS A B C D E SO SI Jul 14, 28 $8,099 $6,699 $4,699 $4,199 $4,199 $4,199 $3,999 $3,799 $3,499 $2,299 $5,399 $2,699 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $189. 18 A ME RI C A N Q U E E N 2 0 19 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N Q U E E N HANNIBAL, MO UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER ALTON to RED WING – 9 days (ST. LOUIS) (MINNEAPOLIS) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . St. Louis, MO Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . . Alton, IL Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . Hannibal, MO Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . . River Cruising Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . Clinton, IA Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . Dubuque, IA Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . La Crosse, WI Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 54-56. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mark Twain’s Hometown and Literary Inspiration Scenic River Views and Towering Bluffs H American Bald Eagles and Indigenous Wildlife H Scandinavian, Dutch, and German Heritage Charming Small-Town America Mark Twain’s Mississippi Mark Twain’s Life on the Mississippi describes this area as a paradise, and you will experience it for yourself as the very best of America’s heartland unfolds before you. CATEGORY OS LS AAA AA PS A B C D E SO SI Jul 21; Aug 4 $8,099 $6,699 $4,699 $4,199 $4,199 $4,199 $3,999 $3,799 $3,499 $2,299 $5,399 $2,699 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of SI and SO categories. Port Charges: $189. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM E R IC AN Q U EE N 2019 ITINE R A R IES 19
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D U C H E S S 2019 SAILING SCHEDULE Lower Mississippi Ohio/Cumberland Upper Mississippi A M E R I C A N VOYAGE FARES DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Jan 2 6 Roundtrip New Orleans $1,199 26 Ports: St. Francisville, Nottoway Jan 6 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,399 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Mar 17 9 Roundtrip New Orleans SOLD OUT $2,399 29 Ports: St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Nottoway Mar 24 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,799 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Mar 31 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,799 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Apr 7 9 New Orleans to Memphis SOLD OUT $2,799 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Apr 14 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,599 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Apr 21 9 New Orleans to Memphis SOLD OUT $2,599 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Apr 28 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,799 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway May 5 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica May 12 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway May 19 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica May 26 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Jun 2 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Jun 9 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Jun 16 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Jun 23 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Jun 30 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,399 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Jul 7 16 Memphis to Pittsburgh – Racing on the River $4,799 25 Ports: Hickman, Paducah, Owensboro, Louisville, Madison, NEW Cincinnati, Augusta, Maysville, Point Pleasant, Marietta Jul 21 9 Pittsburgh to Louisville – Lewis & Clark SOLD OUT $2,599 30 Ports: Wheeling, Marietta, Huntington, Augusta, Cincinnati, Madison Jul 28 9 Louisville to St. Louis – Lewis & Clark $2,599 31 Ports: Brandenburg, Owensboro, Paducah, Cape Girardeau, Chester 22 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 SAI L I NG SCHEDUL E (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N VOYAGE FARES DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Aug 4 9 St. Louis to Red Wing (Minneapolis) $2,799 32 Ports: Alton, Hannibal, Burlington, La Crosse, Red Wing Aug 11 9 Roundtrip Red Wing (Minneapolis) SOLD OUT $2,399 33 D U C H E S S Ports: Dubuque, Prairie du Chien, La Crosse, Winona, Red Wing Aug 18 23 Red Wing (Minneapolis) to New Orleans SOLD OUT $6,999 24 Hotel: Minneapolis Ports: Red Wing, La Crosse, Dubuque, Bettendorf (Quad Cities), Burlington, Hannibal, Alton, St. Louis, Chester, Cape Girardeau, Paducah, New Madrid, Memphis, Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Sep 8 9 Roundtrip New Orleans $2,599 29 Ports: St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Nottoway Sep 15 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Sep 22 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Sep 29 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Oct 6 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Oct 13 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Oct 20 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Oct 27 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Nov 3 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Nov 10 9 New Orleans to Memphis $2,999 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Nov 17 9 Memphis to New Orleans $2,999 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Nov 24 9 New Orleans to Memphis (Thanksgiving) SOLD OUT $2,699 27 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Tunica Dec 1 9 Memphis to Clarksville (Nashville) – American Music Holiday $2,399 34 Ports: Ashport Landing, New Madrid, Cape Girardeau, Paducah, Dover Dec 8 9 Clarksville (Nashville) to Memphis – American Music Holiday $2,399 35 Ports: Clarksville, Dover, Paducah, Cape Girardeau, New Madrid Dec 15 9 Memphis to New Orleans – American Music Holiday $2,399 28 Ports: Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Nottoway Dec 22 9 Roundtrip New Orleans – An American Christmas $2,399 29 Ports: St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Nottoway Dec 29 6 Roundtrip New Orleans – New Year’s Celebration $1,199 26 Ports: Nottoway, St. Francisville Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Fares do not include taxes, port charges, insurance, gratuities, airfare, or land transportation. All itineraries, hotels, pricing, dates and themes are subject to change and we are not responsible for errors or omissions therein. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN DU C HE S S 2019 S A ILING SC HED U LE 23
D U C H E S S 23-DAY VOYAGE – RED WING (MINNEAPOLIS) TO NEW ORLEANS A M E R I C A N H ave you ever wondered what this country looked like to HEADWATERS OF THE MISSISSIPPI its early explorers and pioneers? Traveling on the mighty Pre-Cruise City Stay Package Mississippi and its tributaries aboard the American Duchess, you will be transported back in time, to an era of leisurely and romantic travel. Storybook American towns and vibrant, bustling cities provide a bit of excitement between peaceful fields of gold, majestic panoramas, and high bluffs. There is no Complete your experience better way to see America than from the perspective of the river, with a once-in-lifetime visit to for the river has played a tremendous role in the shaping of this Lake Itasca, the glacier-created mouth of the Mississippi beautiful country and the lives of the people who inhabit it. River, when you add the After extensively cruising amidst the charms and gracious style optional 3-day/2-night City of the American Duchess, you will forever be changed. Stay Package to your cruise. INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE: H One-night premium hotel stay to begin your journey with breakfast, taxes, porterage, and transfer to the American Duchess H Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursions in each port of call H Touch 10 states, and visit 21 ports of call H Acclaimed entertainment worthy of Broadway H All onboard meals with regionally inspired cuisine H Wine and beer with dinner H Coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, filtered water, soft drinks, ice cream, popcorn, and freshly baked cookies H Wi-Fi/Internet service H Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, KELLY INN our resident history and culture expert CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Aug 18 - Sep 9 $22,999 $17,999 $17,999 $11,999 $6,999 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $569. FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS, CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE. 24 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
RACING ON THE RIVER A M E R I C A N NEW LOWER MISSISSIPPI, OHIO, AND TENNESSEE RIVERS 16-DAY VOYAGE – MEMPHIS TO PITTSBURGH D U C H E S S B y any measure, the Ohio River is no mere tributary to the Mississippi, but a mighty river unto itself. On this new itinerary, you will embark on a cruise imbued with the heritage of small-town America and the nostalgia of America’s vibrant steamboating history. As you discover the charming attractions of quaint ports that have long been guest favorites, you will have the opportunity to take part in themed racing events such as a 5K run in Augusta, and experience the thrill of horse racing at the famed track at Churchill Downs in Louisville. But racing on the river just wouldn’t seem right without the excitement of riverboat racing, so join us onboard as we challenge riverboats, such as the Belle of Louisville, for a good old-fashioned race on the river! Ports included: Memphis, Hickman, Paducah, Owensboro, Louisville, Madison, Cincinnati, Augusta, Maysville, Point Pleasant, Marietta, and Pittsburgh INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE: H One-night hotel stay to begin your journey with breakfast, taxes, porterage, and transfer to the American Duchess H Comprehensive, guided Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursions in each port of call H Touch six states, and visit 12 ports of call H Acclaimed entertainment worthy of Broadway H All onboard meals with regionally inspired cuisine H Wine and beer with dinner H Coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, filtered water, soft drinks, ice cream, popcorn, and freshly baked cookies H Wi-Fi/Internet service H Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our resident history and culture expert CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Jul 7-22 $14,999 $11,999 $11,999 $7,999 $4,799 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $379. FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS, CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 25
D U C H E S S A M E R I C A N NOTTOWAY MANSION L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER ROUNDTRIP NEW ORLEANS – 6 days Day 1: Wednesday. . . . New Orleans, LA Hotel Stay Day 2: Thursday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 4: Saturday. . . . . St. Francisville, LA Day 5: Sunday. . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 6: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Authentic Southern Culture H Sprawling Sugarcane Plantations Majestic Mansions H Antebellum Architecture New Orleans Jazz and Historic French Quarter Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine THEME CRUISE: New Year’s Celebration, Dec 29 CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Jan 2; Dec 29* $3,999 $2,999 $2,999 $2,199 $1,199 *Itinerary varies slightly. Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $129. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. 26 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S STANTON HALL L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I R IVER NEW ORLEANS TO MEMPHIS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . New Orleans, LA Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 4: Wednesday. . . St. Francisville, LA Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Natchez, MS Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . Vicksburg, MS Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . Tunica, MS Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Authentic Southern Culture H Mississippi Delta Heritage Sprawling Sugarcane and Cotton Plantations Art and History Museums H Majestic Mansions H Antebellum Architecture Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine H New Orleans Jazz and Historic French Quarter H Civil War Battlefield and Monuments CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Jan 6; Jun 30 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Apr 21 $8,499 $6,699 $6,699 $4,499 $2,599 Mar 24 $8,999 $7,099 $7,099 $4,699 $2,799 May 5, 19; Jun 2, 16; Sep 15, 29; Oct 13, 27; Nov 10 $9,499 $7,499 $7,499 $4,999 $2,999 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 27
D U C H E S S A M E R I C A N VICKSBURG, MS L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER MEMPHIS TO NEW ORLEANS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . Helena, AR Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . Vicksburg, MS Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Natchez, MS Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . Baton Rouge, LA Day 7: Saturday. . . . . St. Francisville, LA Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 9: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Memphis Blues and Barbeque H Authentic Southern Culture Mississippi Delta Heritage H Sprawling Sugarcane and Cotton Plantations Majestic Mansions H Antebellum Architecture H Political History National Military Parks H Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine THEME CRUISE: American Music Holiday, Dec 15 CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Dec 15 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Apr 14 $8,499 $6,699 $6,699 $4,499 $2,599 Mar 31; Apr 28 $8,999 $7,099 $7,099 $4,699 $2,799 May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; Sep 22; Oct 6, 20; Nov 3, 17 $9,499 $7,499 $7,499 $4,999 $2,999 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. 28 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S NEW ORLEANS, LA L O W E R M IS S IS S IP P I R IVER ROUNDTRIP NEW ORLEANS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . New Orleans, LA Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 4: Wednesday. . . St. Francisville, LA Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Natchez, MS Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . Vicksburg, MS Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . Baton Rouge, LA Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . Nottoway in LA Day 9: Monday. . . . . . New Orleans, LA Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 46-48. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Authentic Southern Culture H Sprawling Cotton and Sugarcane Plantations Majestic Mansions H Antebellum Architecture H New Orleans Jazz and Historic French Quarter H Classic Cajun and Creole Cuisine National Historic Civil War Sites THEME CRUISE: An American Christmas, Dec 22 CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Mar 17; Dec 22 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Sep 8 $8,499 $6,699 $6,699 $4,499 $2,599 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 29
D U C H E S S A M E R I C A N PITTSBURGH, PA O HI O , TE N N E S S E E , A N D C U M B E RL A ND RI VERS PITTSBURGH TO LOUISVILLE – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . Pittsburgh, PA Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . Pittsburgh, PA Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . Wheeling, WV Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . . Marietta, OH Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . Huntington, WV Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . Augusta, KY Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . Cincinnati, OH Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . Madison, IN Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . Louisville, KY Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 49-53. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Scenic River Valley H Quaint Towns H Local Boutique Shops Underground Railroad History H Steamboat Heritage and Museums Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery Themed Enrichment THEME CRUISE: Lewis & Clark Discover how the Ohio River served as a thrilling avenue of American discovery. CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Jul 21 $8,499 $6,699 $6,699 $4,499 $2,599 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. 30 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S ST. LOUIS, MO - “THE GATEWAY TO THE WEST” O HI O , TE N N E S S E E , A N D C U M B E RL A ND RI VERS LOUISVILLE TO ST. LOUIS – 9 days Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Louisville, KY Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . Louisville, KY Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . Brandenburg, KY Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . Owensboro, KY Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Paducah, KY Day 6: Friday. . . . . Cape Girardeau, MO Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . Chester, IL Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . St. Louis, MO Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 49-53. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Churchill Downs H Kentucky Bourbon Region H Quaint Towns Scenic River Valley H Underground Railroad History Steamboat Heritage and Museums H St. Louis Gateway Arch Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery Themed Enrichment THEME CRUISE: Lewis & Clark Delve into the early days of American exploration, and get acquainted with the heroic pioneers. CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Jul 28 $8,499 $6,699 $6,699 $4,499 $2,599 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 31
D U C H E S S A M E R I C A N LA CROSSE, WI U P P E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER ST. LOUIS TO RED WING – 9 days (MINNEAPOLIS) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . St. Louis, MO Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . St. Louis, MO Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alton, IL Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . Hannibal, MO Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . Burlington, IA Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . La Crosse, WI Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 54-56. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mark Twain’s Hometown and Literary Inspiration Scenic River Views and Towering Bluffs H American Bald Eagles and Indigenous Wildlife H Scandinavian and German Heritage Abundant Locks and Dams H Charming Small-Town America CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Aug 4 $8,999 $7,099 $7,099 $4,699 $2,799 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. 32 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S RED WING, MN U P P E R M IS S IS S IP P I RI VER ROUNDTRIP RED WING – 9 days (MINNEAPOLIS) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . Minneapolis, MN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . . . Dubuque, IA Day 5: Thursday. . . Prairie du Chien, WI Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . La Crosse, WI Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . Winona, MN Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . Red Wing, MN Disembark 8 a.m. See port descriptions on Pages 54-56. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Scenic River Views and Towering Bluffs H Art & History Museums American Bald Eagles and Indigenous Wildlife H Abundant Locks and Dams Scandinavian, Dutch, and German Heritage CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Aug 11 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 33
D U C H E S S A M E R I C A N GRAND LOBBY & BAR O H IO A N D C U M B E R L AND RI VERS MEMPHIS TO CLARKSVILLE – 9 days (NASHVILLE) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN Depart 5 p.m. Day 3: Tuesday . . . Ashport Landing, KY Day 4: Wednesday. . . . New Madrid, MO Day 5: Thursday. . . Cape Girardeau, MO Day 6: Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . Paducah, KY Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . Dover, TN Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . Clarksville, TN See port descriptions on Pages 49-53. Disembark 8 a.m. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Sensational Holiday Entertainment H Cultural Heritage and the Arts Scenic River Views H Underground Railroad History H Patti’s 1880s Settlement THEME CRUISE: American Music Holiday Watch the magic unfold during special holiday musical performances by our sensational ensemble. CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Dec 1 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. PRE- AND POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGES AVAILABLE IN MEMPHIS. DETAILS AND PRICING ON PAGE 69. 34 A ME RI C A N D U C H E S S 2 0 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N D U C H E S S NASHVILLE, TN O H IO A N D C U M B E R L A N D RI VERS CLARKSVILLE TO MEMPHIS – 9 days (NASHVILLE) Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . Nashville, TN Hotel Stay Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . Clarksville, TN Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . Clarksville, TN Depart 5 p.m. CLARKSVILLE Day 4: Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . Dover, TN Nashville Day 5: Thursday. . . . . . . . . . Paducah, KY Day 6: Friday. . . . . Cape Girardeau, MO Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . New Madrid, MO Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . Memphis, TN See port descriptions on Pages 49-53. Disembark 8 a.m. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Sensational Holiday Entertainment H Cultural Heritage and the Arts Scenic River Views H Underground Railroad History H Fort Donelson THEME CRUISE: American Music Holiday Energized holiday performances light up the season and put a whole new spin on your holiday cruise. CABIN CATEGORY OS LFS DS VS IS Dec 8 $7,999 $6,199 $6,199 $3,999 $2,399 Fares are listed in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy. Port Charges: $189. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN D U C HE S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 35
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E M P R E S S 2019 SAILING SCHEDULE Columbia River Columbia and Snake Rivers A M E R I C A N VOYAGE FARES DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Mar 24 9 Roundtrip Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $2,099 41 Ports: Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, Portland Mar 31 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $2,599 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Apr 7 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $2,599 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Apr 14 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $2,999 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Apr 21 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $2,999 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Apr 28 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,399 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston May 5 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,399 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria May 12 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston May 19 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria May 26 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Jun 2 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Jun 9 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Jun 16 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Jun 23 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Jun 30 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Jul 7 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,399 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Jul 14 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $3,399 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Jul 21 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston SOLD OUT $3,399 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Jul 28 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $3,399 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria 38 A ME RI C A N E M P R E S S 20 1 9 SAI L I NG SCHEDUL E (888) 749-5280
A M E R I C A N E M P R E S S VOYAGE FARES DATE DAYS ITINERARY FROM PAGE Aug 4 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Aug 11 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Aug 18 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Aug 25 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Sep 1 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Sep 8 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Sep 15 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston SOLD OUT $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Sep 22 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) SOLD OUT $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Sep 29 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Oct 6 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Oct 13 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,799 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Oct 20 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $3,799 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Oct 27 9 Vancouver, WA (Portland) to Clarkston $3,399 42 Ports: Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, Richland (Tri-Cities), Clarkston Nov 3 9 Clarkston to Vancouver, WA (Portland) $2,599 43 Ports: Clarkston, Richland (Tri-Cities), The Dalles, Stevenson, Astoria Nov 10 9 Roundtrip Vancouver, WA (Portland) $2,099 41 Ports: Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, Portland Nov 17 9 Roundtrip Vancouver, WA (Portland) $2,099 41 Ports: Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, Portland Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, per guest, double occupancy, with the exception of single occupancy category CS. Fares do not include taxes, port charges, insurance, gratuities, airfare, or land transportation. All itineraries, hotels, pricing, dates and themes are subject to change and we are not responsible for errors or omissions therein. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN EMP R E S S 2019 S A ILING SC HED U LE 39
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A M E R I C A N E M P R E S S RIVER VIEWS OF MT. HOOD C O L U M B IA R IV E R ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER, WA (PORTLAND) – 9 days See port descriptions on pages 57-59. Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA Day 5: Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . The Dalles, OR Hotel Stay Day 6: Friday . . . . . . Hood River Experience Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . Stevenson, WA Depart 6 p.m. Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Portland, OR Day 3: Tuesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astoria, OR Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA Day 4: Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Disembark 8 a.m. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount St. Helens H Museums and Interpretive Centers Columbia River Gorge H Cascading Waterfalls Acclaimed Wineries H Picturesque Towns CABIN CATEGORY LS A B C D E CS Mar 24; Nov 10, 17 $4,999 $3,999 $2,999 $2,299 $2,199 $2,099 $3,499 Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, are per guest and based on double occupancy with the exception of category CS. Port Charges: $189. Airports and transfers: Voyages are roundtrip starting in Vancouver, Washington. The closest airport is the Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, Oregon. Transfers on disembarkation day are available for purchase. All transfers are operated by chartered motorcoach to ensure quality and convenience. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN EMPR E S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 41
C O L U M B IA A N D S N A KE RI VERS E M P R E S S VANCOUVER, WA (PORTLAND) TO CLARKSTON, WA – 9 DAYS A M E R I C A N Day 1: Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA Day 6: Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Hotel Stay Day 7: Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . Richland, WA Day 2: Monday . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA (Tri-Cities) Depart 6 p.m. Day 8: Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clarkston, WA Day 3: Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astoria, OR Day 9: Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . Clarkston, WA Day 4: Wednesday . . . . . . . . Stevenson, WA Disembark 8 a.m. Day 5: Thursday . . . . . . . . . . The Dalles, OR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount St. Helens H Columbia River Gorge H Fluctuating Climates and Varying Landscapes H Picturesque Towns H Museums and Interpretive Centers Cascading Waterfalls H Acclaimed Wineries H Splendid Architecture CABIN CATEGORY LS A B C D E CS Mar 31 $6,299 $4,199 $3,799 $2,799 $2,699 $2,599 $4,199 Apr 14 $7,199 $4,799 $4,399 $3,199 $3,099 $2,999 $4,799 Apr 28; Jul 7, 21; Oct 27 $8,099 $5,399 $4,899 $3,599 $3,499 $3,399 $5,399 May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; Aug 4, 18; $8,999 $5,999 $5,499 $3,999 $3,899 $3,799 $5,999 Sep 1, 29; Oct 13 Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, are per guest and based on double occupancy with the exception of category CS. Port Charges: $189. Airports and transfers: Voyages are one-way starting in Vancouver, Washington. The closest airport is the Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, Oregon. American Queen Steamboat Company provides free transfers from the designated pre-cruise hotel to the American Empress in Vancouver, Washington, on embarkation day. Transfers on disembarkation day are available for purchase. All transfers and tours are operated by chartered motorcoach to ensure quality and convenience. 42 A ME RI C A N E M P R E S S 20 1 9 I T I NERARI ES (888) 749-5280
C O L U M B IA A N D S N A K E R I VERS A M E R I C A N CLARKSTON, WA TO VANCOUVER, WA (PORTLAND) – 9 DAYS E M P R E S S POST-CRUISE CITY STAY PACKAGE IN PORTLAND! Details and pricing on Page 69. See port descriptions on pages 57-59. Day 1: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spokane, WA Day 5: Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . River Cruising Hotel Stay Day 6: Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Dalles, OR Day 2: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . Clarkston, WA Day 7: Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . Stevenson, WA Embark 3 p.m. Day 8: Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astoria, OR Day 3: Tuesday. . . . . . . . . . . . Clarkston, WA Day 9: Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver, WA Depart 2:30 p.m. Disembark 8 a.m. Day 4: Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . Richland, WA (Tri-Cities) CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount St. Helens H Columbia River Gorge H Fluctuating Climates and Varying Landscapes H Picturesque Towns H Museums and Interpretive Centers Cascading Waterfalls H Acclaimed Wineries H Splendid Architecture CABIN CATEGORY LS A B C D E CS Apr 7; Nov 3 $6,299 $4,199 $3,799 $2,799 $2,699 $2,599 $4,199 Apr 21 $7,199 $4,799 $4,399 $3,199 $3,099 $2,999 $4,799 May 5; Jul 14, 28 $8,099 $5,399 $4,899 $3,599 $3,499 $3,399 $5,399 May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; Aug 11, 25; $8,999 $5,999 $5,499 $3,999 $3,899 $3,799 $5,999 Sep 8, 22; Oct 6, 20 Fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, are per guest and based on double occupancy with the exception of category CS. Port Charges: $189. Airports and transfers: Voyages are one-way starting in Clarkston, Washington. The closest airport is the Spokane International Airport (GEG) in Spokane, Washington. There is also a small airport with limited regional air service from Lewiston, Idaho, a 15-minute taxi ride from the Clarkston, Washington, boat dock. American Queen Steamboat Company provides free transfers from the designated pre-cruise hotel to the American Empress in Clarkston, Washington, on embarkation day. Transfers on disembarkation day are available for purchase. All transfers and tours are operated by chartered motorcoach to ensure quality and convenience. WWW .A QS C . C O M AM ERI CAN EMPR E S S 2019 ITINER A R IES 43
WHERE WE CRUISE 44 W H E RE W E C R U I S E
D estinations handpicked to pique the interest of nature lovers, history buffs, and culture enthusiasts let you delve into beauty and adventure on an epic scale. After all, this is America’s heartland, envisioned by Washington and Jefferson, pioneered by Lewis and Clark, celebrated by Mark Twain, and stitched into the very fabric of a nation. LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER The rich history and cultural diversity of the Old South is a beautiful celebration of modern attractions and timeless Southern traditions. Highlights and Maps: Page 46 Ports of Call: Pages 47-48 OHIO, TENNESSEE, AND CUMBERLAND RIVERS From small towns crowned by church steeples to big-city thrills such as the Grand Ole Opry and Churchill Downs, adventure awaits by the mile. Highlights and Maps: Page 49 Ports of Call: Pages 50-53 UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER The Upper Mississippi River pulses through the heart of America, offering hidden gems around each bend of the river to fuel your sense of discovery. Highlights and Maps: Page 54 Ports of Call: Pages 55-56 COLUMBIA AND SNAKE RIVERS From the raw, natural power of Mount St. Helens to cascading Multnomah Falls and the acclaimed wineries of the Pacific Northwest, this captivating corner of America will take your breath away. Highlights and Maps: Page 57 Ports of Call: Pages 58-59 WHER E WE C R U ISE 45
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