Here’s a TRIP OF A LIFETIME! Have you ever had the dream to leisurely float down the Mississippi River on a nostalgic Paddlewheel Riverboat? Here’s your chance to fulfill that dream! Come join us on this 8-day Memphis to New Orleans leisure cruise aboard the American Queen Riverboat. This Riverboat is the largest steamboat to sail our American River waters, the waters we call home. While on board this all-inclusive cruise you’ll enjoy 3 great meals every day, nightly entertainment, daily stops in historic ports, plus top-notch state rooms to lay your head down at night in. The lower Mississippi has lots of stories to share. Embark on more than just a cruise & return with more than memories. A new chapter awaits as we cruise around each river bend.

Day 1, Sunday, April 10, 2022 Meet your guide, Deb, at the Des Moines Airport for our flight to Memphis, Tn. Once in Memphis we’ll get checked into our pre-cruise night hotel.

Day 2, Monday, April 11, 2022 (D) This morning we will have a fun city tour of Memphis, which has been coined not only the home of the blues, but also the birthplace of rock & roll…. Later this afternoon we’ll climb aboard the American Queen Riverboat for what we hope to be an experience of a lifetime. Tonight, after settling into your stateroom, you’ll enjoy a fabulous dinner. Casual dress wear is the dress code for the dining room for the entire cruise. No need for the fancy clothes! The dinner menu cuisine each night will highlight the geographical area we are cruising through. You will also always have other menu choices to choose from.

Day 3, Tuesday, April 12, 2022 (B,L,D) As we awake this morning to the soothing sounds of the peaceful water passing us by, grab yourself a cup of coffee & come sit on the deck with us as we take in the beauty of what Mother Nature has surrounded us with…. Today we cruise into the Port of the Mississippi Delta. This gorgeous area is more than a

geographical region. It is a way of life, a true cultural experience. After this first fun-filled day winds down & we enjoy our great on-board evening dinner, you can choose how you want to spend your evening. Whether it be relaxing on the ship deck with a beverage in hand, or taking in the nightly entertainment on board.

Day 4, Wednesday, April 13, 2022 (B,L,D) Today our port of call is Vicksburg, Miss. As a major battle site in the Civil War, this

Southern town carries a history like no other. Today, as a part of the all- inclusive package, you will have the option to explore this city on a complimentary ‘hop- on, hop-off’ bus tour. During this tour the bus will be stopping at numerous historical locations. You, if you choose, can hop off the bus, spend as much time here as you like, & then reboard the next bus that comes through & continue on your journey…..Each port stop we have doesn’t leave port until late afternoon, so you will have most all day to explore. (continued on next page)

American Queen Mississippi Riverboat Cruise from Memphis to New Orleans

Planned & escorted by Deb Harkness April 10-18, 2022 (9 days)

$3954 per person Inside double

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$4854 per person Ocean view double

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$5154 per person Balcony double

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*Call for single, triple or quad rates.

American Queen Mississippi Riverboat Cruise from Memphis to New Orleans

**Book by August 31, 2021

for $75 early booking

discount!

$750 deposit per person due

at time of reservation

Final payment due by

December 2, 2021

April 10-18, 2022 (9 days) Planned & escorted by Deb Harkness

Day 5, Thursday, April 14, 2022 (B,L,D) We dock today in Natchez, Miss. This charming river town was founded in 1716, making it the oldest city on the Mississippi River. Natchez is known for it’s elegance, hospitality, & impressive preservation of history. Today you will also have the opportunity to explore this historical landmark on a complimentary hop-on, hop-off bus….. ‘Rivertimes’, the vessal’s daily program guide, will be delivered to your room each evening. It will provide a comprehensive schedule of the next day’s activities, including meal times, shore excursion departure times, arrival & departure port times & any special activities planned for that particular day.

Day 6, Friday, April 15, 2022 (B,L,D) St. Francisville, La. is our port of call today. This town is a testament of the lifestyle of a bygone era with its plethora of charming antebellum-period homes & striking architecture. If you choose to join in on the complimentary hop-on, hop-off bus tour you’ll see some of the most beautiful homes, historical churches, & beautiful parks that they have to offer…. At any of these ports you may choose to take part in a ‘Premium Shore Excursion’. These excursions (self-pay) dwell even deeper into the history of the particular area. These ‘premium excursions’ will be available for you to purchase either prior to the cruise, or once on board.

Day 7, Saturday, April 16, 2022 (B,L,D) Today we visit Baton Rouge, La. This city grants a strikingly different experience from those of the small-town stops throughout the journey. Explore this historic area at your own leisure, (no hop-on, hop-off bus offered today in Baton Rouge), but you may choose to just take a slow stroll along the riverbank & enjoy the tranquility…. There are always activities going on while on board the Riverboat as well. You may do as much or as little as you desire. You can attend one of the Riverlorians programs, maybe watch a video, or entice one of your friends into a card game. Perhaps complete serenity is more tempting. It’s yours to choose. (continued on next page)

PENALTIES: From receipt of deposit to December 2 = $300 per person penalty December 3 – January 5 = 25% penalty plus air penalty January 6 – February 3 = 50% penalty plus air penalty February 4 – March 7 = 75% penalty plus air penalty On/after March 8 = 100% penalty/non-refundable

*Don’t delay reserving your space for this trip-- Riverboat State Rooms are selling at a fast rate.

ACTIVITY LEVEL: Active, with a moderate pace

American Queen Mississippi Riverboat Cruise from Memphis to New Orleans

Day 8, Sunday, April 17, 2022 (B,L,D) The port of Nottoway, La. is an exclusive American Queen Riverboat port. While the boat is docked visit the Sugarcane Estate, the largest standing antebellum mansion in the south. And today Northland Travel has included a ‘special’ inclusive excursion that you’re sure to enjoy. Today you’ll get the opportunity for a true Cajun experience as we will take a Cajun Swamp Tour boat into the back bayous & swamps of Louisiana. Our Cajun captain will guide us through the tranquil waters, where you’ll get to see moss-draped Cypress trees, & may even come within feet of jumping alligators as we travel the meandering waters of this incredible area. An experience like no other! ….Then tonight will be our last night on board this beautiful Riverboat. Once last chance to enjoy the tranquil beauty of this great vessel.

Day 9, Mon. April 18, 2022 (B) This morning we’ll disembark the American Queen in New Orleans & be met by a local step-on guide & motor coach to show us the highlights of New Orleans. Highlights to include the Garden District, majestic mansions, Audubon Park, even a visit to the City Cemetery, plus lots more. You’ll then have the afternoon to have lunch & explore the French Quarter & most certainly do some last-minute shopping in the French Market. Later this afternoon we’ll board a flight back to Iowa, while reminiscing about the fun, laughter, quiet times & many memories we’ve made along the way.

Your Travel Experience Includes: ~Transfers between the airports & hotels ~Prepaid gratuities ~Memphis City Tour ~Cajun Swamp Tour ~New Orleans Tour ~Lodging for 8 nights (7 aboard the AQ ~Luggage handling for 1 suitcase/person ~Tickets to listed attractions ~19 meals (including all on board the AQ)

PRO TIP: Travel Insurance:

Available at a group rate for this tour. Call for details & pricing.

All tour components that you will experience while on our tours may have to be adjusted due to circumstances that arise beyond our control. Northland Travel, staff, contractors and partners reserve the right to make changes for the safety & consideration of our tour participants. In addition, we ask that you follow CDC & WHO guidelines. Please note that any public space can provide risk of exposure to COVID19 or other viruses and Northland Travel, staff, contractors and vendors can’t guarantee that you won’t be exposed during this tour. Northland Travel & our staff including contractors and vendors will not assume any responsibilities for this matter; however, we will follow safety & sanitation measures set by the CDC.

Planned & escorted by Deb Harkness April 10-18, 2022 (9 days)

*This tour is confirmed to go regardless of participant numbers.