Join us for a cruise down the mighty Mississippi River from Memphis to New Orleans aboard the 185-berth American Splendor, a riverboat built in 2016 in the classic paddle-wheeler style. Begin in Memphis, Tennessee, home to Elvis’ Graceland, and uncover its diverse heritage while strolling iconic Beale Street or exploring iconic sites such as the Stax Museum of American Soul Music or the National Civil Rights Museum. Embark American Splendor and cruise downriver visiting sugar plantations, Creole cottages, and lush landscapes of Bayou country. In Cleveland, Mississippi, choose to visit the Grammy Museum, take a guided tour of the the Mississippi Blues Trail, or venture to Mound Bayou, an all-Black community considered an oasis during the turbulent beginnings of the Civil Rights Movement. See the location where a 47-day Civil War battle raged in Vicksburg before control of the Mississippi River was taken by the North. Continue to Natchez and discover how its architectural grandeur reflects the prosperous Steamboat Era of the early 1800s. Downriver in St. Francisville and Vacherie, Louisiana, investigate magnificent mansions and historic plantations, including Oak Alley and Creole Laura Plantation. The journey concludes in New Orleans in the architecturally distinct French Quarter. On optional tours, admire the gorgeous homes and landscapes of the Garden District and visit the renowned National World War II Museum. Throughout the voyage, enjoy panel discussions and opportunities for direct engagement with an outstanding lineup of lecturers, including a keynote discussion by eminent Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Doris Kearns Goodwin. This unique journey along one of North America’s great waterways is expected to sell out, so we encourage you to reserve your space today!
Lowest cabins starting at $8,990 per person plus airfare and taxes.
Travel insurance is available through our trusted partner USI – they can be reached at 800.937.1387 or at USI Travel Insurance.
Reserve your space below, call us at 800.942.5004, or email travel@wacphila.org for any questions.
As the region’s largest and longest-running international nonprofit, World Affairs opens doors between Philadelphia and the world. From powerful speaker events and international exchanges to youth education, to professional development and curated travel programs, this is where continents, cultures, and ideas connect.
Celebrate our 45-year anniversary with Philadelphia’s Sister City, Tianjin with a unique and curated tour that combines the worlds of international affairs and classical music by the Philadelphia Orchestra! Learn more and register by August 28!