Day by Day
To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.
1
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Experience New Orleans, famed for the old-world architecture of its iconic French Quarter.
2
Darrow, Louisiana, United States
Discover the historic architectural treasures of the Lower Mississippi.
3
St. Francisville, Louisiana, United States
Visit St. Francisville, home to over 140 sites on the National Register of Historic Places.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Savor the city’s celebrated Cajun and Creole music and cuisine as well as its distinct arts.
4
Natchez, Mississippi, United States
Explore the oldest city on the Mississippi, Natchez, with over 200 historic Southern estates.
5
Vicksburg, Mississippi, United States
Honor the memory of a pivotal Civil War battle at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
6
Greenville, Mississippi, United States
Immerse yourself in the blues with Viking’s Privileged Access Mississippi Delta experience.
7
Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi
Sail the Lower Mississippi, famed for its lush wetlands and patchwork of fertile farmlands.
8
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Discover Memphis, the birthplace of Memphis blues and a center of civil rights history.
9
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Spend the day visiting Memphis, known for notable landmarks such as the famed Beale Street.
10
Scenic Sailing: Mississippi River
Sail along the Mississippi River, an important region with diverse wildlife and ecosystems.
11
Paducah, Kentucky, United States
Explore Downtown Paducah, a UNESCO Creative City, and admire its preserved architecture.
12
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States
See a well-preserved fort and uncover this riverside city’s importance during the Civil War.
13
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Discover historic St. Louis and its iconic Gateway Arch, a monument to westward expansion.
14
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Take a stroll through the picturesque Forest Park, one of the US’s largest green spaces.
15
Alton, Illinois, United States
Witness the bucolic landscapes of the Mississippi at the Meeting of the Great Rivers.
16
Hannibal, Missouri, United States
Discover charming Hannibal, Mark Twain’s childhood home and the inspiration for his stories.
17
Burlington, Iowa, United States
Explore magnificent historic buildings, including the Capitol Theater and St. Paul’s Church.
18
Quad Cities, Iowa, United States
Explore “America’s Breadbasket,” the nation’s most expansive and scenic agricultural region.
19
Dubuque, Iowa, United States
Visit Dubuque’s famed Cathedral Historic District, dotted with authentic period lampposts.
20
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Learn about La Crosse’s Norwegian immigrant past, including its cheese making tradition.
Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre and post cruise extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.