Aboard the

from Memphis to New Orleans

In April, 2012, the grand American Queen resumes her proud role of taking guests on Steamboating adventures through the heartland of America.   The Great American Steamboat Company is taking Steamboating to a totally new level of historical enrichment, cuisine, comfort and service.  Now you can re-live the history, heritage and tradition of Steamboating.

AN OLD-FASHIONED HOLIDAY Celebrate the New Year on board the finest, most unique and elegant steamboat plying the Mississippi River.  During our cruise, the American Queen will be decked out from stem to stern in Victorian holiday finery.  As we cruise south from Memphis, we'll view grand Southern plantation homes and townshouses in their traditional holiday dress. To Tour The Great American Steamboat site, visit:  http://www.discover.greatamericansteamboatcompany.com/

HIGHLIGHTS

•   Shore excursions to fascinating river towns.

•   One-night luxury hotel stay and transfers before or after your voyage included in price.

•   Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks.

•   Complimentary wines and beers with dinner.

•   An array of sumptuous dining options including regional cuisine by famed American Chef Regina Charboneau, a native Natchez, Mississippian, she is the Queen of Heartland Cuisine.

•   Captain's Champagne Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner.

•   All regular shore tours included in the price of the voyage.

•   Hot and cold canapés at cocktail hour every evening.

•   A Riverlorian on every voyage.

•   Lavish showboat style entertainment

ITINERARY

	Day 1: MEMPHIS Embark in America's third largest inland port, famous for blues, barbeque, and Elvis' Graceland - attractions you'll want to explore.
	Day 2: HELENA Let gospel voices lift your heart, her soulful Delta blues, and sample King biscuits and sausage during an eventful day.
	Day 3: VICKSBURG Discover a unique blend of old and new in Vicksburg, Mississippi.  Take in the diversity from Vicksburg National Military Park to the Waterways Experiment Station.  Billed as the "Red Carpet City of the South," Southern hospitality is alive and well and awaiting our arrival.
	Day 4: NATCHEZ Step into the plantation lifestyle of the antebellum south in Natchez, site of numerous restored mansions.  Explore the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, visit historic Jefferson College, or just amble down the Natchez Trace.
	Day 5: ST. FRANCISVILLE This quaint town located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River is your window to the past.  With over 140 buildings on the National Register, beautiful plantation homes nestled in the rolling countryside, and bustling Main Street shops, you'll find plenty to keep you on the go in St. Francisville.
	Day 6: BATON ROUGE The capital of Louisiana, Baton Rouge is the center of all the great things the state has to offer - visitors delight in the seamless blend of past and present experiencing authentic Louisiana at every turn.  With its semi-tropical climate, the outdoors is tempting and attractions abound.  No wonder this is one of the south's fastest growing cities.
	Day 7: VACHERIE (OAK ALLEY) Located in the Saint James Parish, the name of this bayou town derives from the French for dairy farm.  It's pronounced VASH-un-ree.  It's the site of Oak Alley, a much-photographed plantation that combines architectural splendor and the natural wonder of 300-year old oak trees.
	Day 8: NEW ORLEANS Tie up in New Orleans near historic Jackson Square and bid our ship adieu.  But give in to temptation to hang around and explore.

Fares by Stateroom (Prices quoted are Per Person, Double Occupancy, with the exception of SI)

LS @ $5,795 AAA @ $5,595	SUITES WITH DECK OR VERANDA These are the finest accommodations, each lavishly furnished suite features either a full-size antique bed, or two single beds and and a well-appointed private bathroom with tub and shower.  Beautiful windowed French doors open onto the deck or veranda for a commanding view of the river.
A @ $4,295	SUPERIOR OUTSIDE STATEROOMS These outstanding staterooms open onto the deck or veranda via windowed French doors.  All offer private bath with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-size bed.
AA @ $5,195 B @ $3,895 C @ $3,495 E @ $3,195	DELUXE OUTSIDE STATEROOMS with VERANDA These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from a bag window or from windowed French doors that open onto the deck.  All offer a private bathroom with tub and shower, and some offer either two single beds or a queen-sized bed.
D @ $3,295	DELUXE OUTSIDE STATEROOMS These staterooms feature a marvelous view of the river from beautiful floor-to-ceiling bay windows.  All offer private bathroom with tub and shower and, some offer either two single beds or a queen-sized bed.
F @ $2,895 G @ $2,495 H @ $2,395 I @ $1,995 SI @ $2,995	INSIDE STATEROOMS These comfortable staterooms feature two single beds.  Some also have an additional single upper bunk.  Eight of these staterooms are available for single occupance. SI (Single Category)