Not Many People Know That You Can Take An 11-Day Cruise Along The Mississippi River In Missouri
By Beth Price-Williams|Published October 12, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a cruise? Tropical islands? Crystal clear ocean water? Balmy temperatures? How about a cruise through Missouri? When you’re looking for a unique getaway that won’t take you that far from home, consider a cruise that meanders along the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. It might even earn a coveted spot on your Missouri bucket list.
Set sail on an epic 11-day, 10-night cruise that will take you along the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers - from Pittsburgh to St. Louis - aboard American Cruise Lines.
This one-of-a-kind cruise sets sail in the city of Pittsburgh, where you're free to embark on one of the complimentary excursions, including to the Heinz History Center.
For the most comprehensive experience, opt for the complimentary Pittsburgh Experience that will take you to a collection of the city's neighborhoods and atop Mount Washington, for some of the best views of a city skyline in the United States.
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Join other travelers on the deck to bid farewell to the City of Bridges as the ship begins its journey along the Ohio River. You'll spend a day in Marietta, Ohio, before dividing your time between Ohio and Kentucky.
You'll have plenty of time to explore at each stop, with two days allotted in Louisville, where you'll visit both the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and The Kentucky Derby Horse Park and Museum.
On day nine of your epic journey, you'll arrive back in Missouri and to the darling town Cape Girardeau. Spend your day on one of two complimentary excursions - the Mural Walk or the Cape Girardeau Experience.
Cruises typically sail aboard the American Heritage, home to 84 rooms and a maximum of 150 travelers. The majority of rooms feature a private balcony, and you can choose from the single with private balcony to the top-tier owners suite.
Do you know of another cruise through Missouri that’s the perfect getaway? Tell us about it in the comments! For another relaxing adventure, how about a night of stargazing? Just head to one of the best dark sky parks in Missouri for an evening under the stars.
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