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8 Night - New Orleans to Memphis
Starting in New Orleans, LA; with stops in Nottoway; St. Francisville, LA; Natchez, MS; Vicksburg, MS; Tunica, MS; Memphis, TN
2023 Sails: Mar 11, Mar 25, Apr 8, Apr 22, May 6, May 20, 2024: Mar 11, Mar 25, Apr 8, Jun 3, Jun 17, Aug 5, Aug 19, Sep 2, Sep 16, Sep 30, Nov 18, Dec 9, Dec 23
8 Night - American Culinary Experience River Cruise from New Orleans to Memphis
Starting in New Orleans, LA; with stops in Nottoway (White Castle), LA; St. Francisville, LA; Natchez, MS; Vicksburg, MS; Tunica, MS; Memphis, TN
2023 Sails: Mar 11
8 Night - Memphis to New Orleans
Starting in Memphis, TN; with stops in Cleveland, MS; Vicksburg, MS; Natchez, MS; St. Francisville, LA; Baton Rouge, LA; Nottoway; New Orleans, LA
2023 Sails: Mar 18, Apr 1, Apr 15, Apr 29, May 13, May 27, 2024: Mar 18, Apr 1, May 27, Jun 10, Aug 12, Aug 26, Sep 9, Sep 23, Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec 16, Dec 30
8 Night - Roundtrip New Orleans
Starting in New Orleans, LA; with stops in St. Francisville, LA; Natchez, MS; Vicksburg, MS; Baton Rouge, LA; Nottoway; New Orleans, LA
8 Night - Memphis to Nashville
Starting in Memphis, TN; with stops in New Madrid, MO; Cape Girardeau, MO; Paducah, KY; Dover, TN; Clarksville, TN
8 Night - Nashville to Cincinnati
Starting in Nashville, TN; with stops in Clarksville, TN; Dover, TN; Paducah, KY; Henderson, KY; Louisville, KY; Madison, IN; Cincinnati, OH
2024 Sails: Apr 22
8 Night - Roundtrip Cincinnati
Starting in Cincinnati, OH; with stops in Louisville, KY; Madison, IN; Brandenburg, KY; Louisville, KY; Augusta, KY; Cincinnati, OH
2024 Sails: Apr 29
8 Night - Cincinnati to Pittsburgh
Starting in Cincinnati, OH; with stops in Augusta, KY; Maysville, KY; Huntington, WV; Point Pleasant, WV; Marietta, OH; Wheeling, WV; Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Sails: May 6
8 Night - Pittsburgh to Louisville
Starting in Pittsburgh, PA; with stops in Wheeling, WV; Marietta, OH; Huntington, WV; Augusta, KY; Cincinnati, OH; Madison, IN; Louisville, KY
2024 Sails: May 13
8 Night - Louisville to Memphis
Starting in Louisville, KY; with stops in Brandenburg, KY; Owensboro, KY; Henderson, KY; Paducah, KY; Cape Girardeau, MO; Ashport Landing, TN; Memphis, TN
2024 Sails: May 20
8 Night - Memphis to St. Louis
Starting in Memphis, TN; with stops in New Madrid, MO; Paducah, KY; Cape Girardeau, MO; Chester, IL; St. Louis, MO; St. Louis (Alton)
2024 Sails: Jun 24
8 Night - St. Louis to Minneapolis
Starting in St. Louis, MO; with stops in Alton, IL; Hannibal, MO; Clinton, IA; Dubuque, IA; La Crosse, WI; Red Wing, MN
8 Night - Minneapolis to St. Louis
Starting in Minneapolis, MN; with stops in Red Wing, MN; La Crosse, WI; Dubuque, IA; Bettendorf, IA; Burlington, IA; Hannibal, MO; St. Louis (Alton)
2024 Sails: Jul 8
8 Night - Memphis to Chattanooga
Starting in Memphis, TN; with stops in New Madrid, MO; Paducah, KY; Savannah, TN; Decatur, AL; Chattanooga, TN
2024 Sails: Oct 7
8 Night - Chattanooga to Memphis
Starting in Chattanooga, TN; with stops in Decatur, AL; Florence, AL; Savannah, TN; Paducah, KY; New Madrid, MO; Memphis, TN
2024 Sails: Oct 18
8 Night - Nashville to Memphis
Starting in Nashville, TN; with stops in Clarksville, TN; Dover, TN; Paducah, KY; Cape Girardeau, MO; Columbus, KY; New Madrid, MO; Memphis, TN
2024 Sails: Nov 4
15 Night - Minneapolis to New Orleans
Starting in Minneapolis, MN; with stops in Red Wing, MN; Winona, MN; La Crosse, WI; Dubuque, IA; Bettendorf, IA; Burlington, IA; Hannibal, MO; St. Louis, MO; Memphis, TN; Cleveland, MS; Vicksburg, MS; Natchez, MS; Nottoway; New Orleans, LA
2024 Sails: Jul 22
About American Duchess
The American Duchess is the first all-suite paddlewheeler on U.S. rivers, a floating, intimate masterpiece that can carry up to 166 guests through America's heartland. The paddlewheeler, created from a 1995 hull, was completely reconstructed to become one of the most luxurious river cruising vessels in the country, featuring single-seating main dining and entertainment venues, soaring ceilings, and all of the features guests have come to expect on other American Queen Steamboat Company cruises.
Her suites range from 180 sq. ft to 550 sq. ft., allowing guests to stay in some of the largest accomodations on the rivers. Unique to the American Duchess are her spacious Loft Suites, that measure at 550 sq. ft.. The lower level features a full bathroom, small dining area, a beautiful lounge section furnished with a queen sofa-bed and desk area, along with sliding doors to access a private balcony. The loft area upstairs is a tranquil retreat with its semi-private bedroom, a full bathroom and gracious closet space.
Featuring a single-seating schedule in the beautiful Grand Dining Room, dining onboard is an experience. Enjoy 5-star cuisine that blends local flavors and fine culinary traditions. A more casual atmosphere is offered at The Grill, which can host over 80 guests who wish to dine at their own pace.
Combining the best of the old and the new, this beautiful lady of the river epitomizes the grace and grandeur that has made River Cruising a cherished American tradition for more than two centuries. One voyage and you'll see why.
American Queen Steamboat Company is strongly committed to preserving the marine environment and continually strives to do our part in keeping America's waterways clean.
Distinctions:
First all-suite U.S. Paddlewheeler
Private Veranda Suites to Loft and Owner's Suites range from 240 to 550 sq. ft.
Included boutique hotel stay before your voyage (includes breakfast, taxes, porterage and vessel transfer )
Single-seating dining and entertainment venues
Regionally inspired, epicurean cuisine tailored from the finest, local ingredients
Complimentary wine and beer with dinner
Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage
Included shore excursions in every port of call
Our own dedicated fleet of deluxe motorcoaches
Broadway-caliber entertainment each evening and spotlight guest performances
Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our resident history and culture expert
Gracious service from a friendly, all-American staff
The Passenger Vessel Association recognizes American Queen Steamboat Company as a member of its Green WATERS Program for the vessel's dedication and commitment to a cleaner, greener marine environment.