Majestic America Line

Lower Mississippi Itinerary

The Mississippi River is a chameleon, continually reinventing itself. Between Memphis and New Orleans, it becomes the legendary Ole Man River of brawling keelboat men, intrepid river pilots and dandified gamblers. Fertile cotton fields wrap their arms around white-columned mansions, sweet wood-smoke hangs in the trees, and lightning bugs wink against the shimmering reflections. Except in the vicinity of bustling cities, the river is wild, remote and primeval—as if you are traveling through a land untouched by time.

The resilient “let the good times roll” atmosphere of the Big Easy and the rich cultural gumbo of Appalachian folk art, Acadian architecture and Delta blues create a fascinating American journey. Step ashore to explore historic Natchez, Civil-War era Vicksburg and Oak Alley, one of the Old South’s most photographed plantations. Along the way, sample diverse flavors—from Cajun to Creole, Po Boys to pralines.

Itinerary

HELENA - Arkansas
In 1863, Helena was the site of a decisive battle that helped bring the Confederacy to its knees. The resounding blues, gospel and rockabilly music of the 1930s brought music lovers to their feet. This rich heritage of sights and events resounds today at the celebrated Delta Cultural Center.

PENDLETON - Arkansas
The region's importance as the first European colony in the Mississippi River Valley is celebrated at the Arkansas Post National Monumenta fascinating repository of local history.

LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas
Delve into the background of the region at the Historic Arkansas Museum or get better acquainted with its favorite son at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park. The facility, designed by architect James Polshek, cantilevers over the Arkansas River, echoing Clinton's famous campaign promise of 'building a bridge to the 21st century.'

FT. SMITH - Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas
Delve into the background of the region at the Historic Arkansas Museum or get better acquainted with its favorite son at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park. The facility, designed by architect James Polshek, cantilevers over the Arkansas River, echoing Clinton's famous campaign promise of 'building a bridge to the 21st century.'

Cost of These Itineraries

The least expensive cabin costs:
$123 per person per night in low season and
$314 pp pn in high season

The most expensive stateroom costs:
$269 per person per night in low season and
$657 pp pn in high season