From the staterooms and suites to the lounges and dining rooms, the modern American Heritage features a serene color palette, luxurious textiles and linens, comfortable furniture, and sophisticated artwork and flourishes, celebrating the Mighty Mississippi River. Experience the breathtaking scenery from the privacy of your stateroom balcony.
Day 1 Louisville
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and an industrial, financial, marketing, and shipping center of the South. The city has some of the nation's largest whiskey distilleries and cigarette factories. Louisville developed as a portage place around the falls and as a river port and major commercial center. Many of the nation's most famous steamboats were constructed there. Churchill Downs, a noted racetrack, is scene of the annual Kentucky Derby. The city has noted parks and is site of the state fairgrounds. It has a symphony orchestra and an opera company and hosts an annual festival of new American plays. Among points of interest are American Printing House for the Blind; J.B. Speed Art Museum; Kentucky Center for the Arts; Actors Theater of Louisville; “Farmington”; Filson Club, with a historical library and museum; Jefferson County Courthouse; and Cave Hill Cemetery, where Clark is buried. Nearby is “Locust Grove,” the last home of Clark, as well as the burial place of Zachary Taylor. Fort Knox is in the area.
Day 2 Louisville
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and an industrial, financial, marketing, and shipping center of the South. The city has some of the nation's largest whiskey distilleries and cigarette factories. Louisville developed as a portage place around the falls and as a river port and major commercial center. Many of the nation's most famous steamboats were constructed there. Churchill Downs, a noted racetrack, is scene of the annual Kentucky Derby. The city has noted parks and is site of the state fairgrounds. It has a symphony orchestra and an opera company and hosts an annual festival of new American plays. Among points of interest are American Printing House for the Blind; J.B. Speed Art Museum; Kentucky Center for the Arts; Actors Theater of Louisville; “Farmington”; Filson Club, with a historical library and museum; Jefferson County Courthouse; and Cave Hill Cemetery, where Clark is buried. Nearby is “Locust Grove,” the last home of Clark, as well as the burial place of Zachary Taylor. Fort Knox is in the area.
Day 3 Madison
Madison is a beautiful historic town on the Ohio River in Indianapolis. There are many beautiful historic buildings and landmarks to explore including the Francis Costigan House, and Madison Railroad Station. Outdoor lovers will enjoy a visit to the Clifty Falls State Park which features, waterfalls, rock gorges, and lush green scenic overlooks.
Day 4 Cincinnati
Cincinnati has a variety of attractions, fine dining and shopping, and family activities that are sure to please everyone. The Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal offers five great museum in one historic location, and has an amazing collection of dinosaurs. For nature lovers there is the Cincinnati Zoo, Botanical Gardens, and Loveland Bike Trail. Visitors can discover the hundreds of festivals and one-of-a-kind events in Cincinnati, from culinary treats to major music festivals, the region is abuzz with activity all year long.
Day 5 Ohio River
Day 6 Ohio River
Day 7 Marietta
Visitors have the chance to discover the rich history and heritage of this charming city by visiting museums, landmarks, and craft artists as they show you century-old techniques. Marietta also has a huge shopping culture as you will find out when you stop in at the many unique boutiques, antique stores, galleries, and confectionery stores. If you are looking for a relaxing activity then taking a quiet river cruise is an excellent way to enjoy the scenery of this beautiful city.
Day 8 Ohio River
Day 9 Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh's landscape is a rolling prairie filled with beautiful trees that change color with each season. Along with the majestic beauty Pittsburgh has fun festivals, arts and crafts, shopping, golf, spectator sports, fine dining, museums, great outdoor activities and so much more. Pittsburgh offers a range of culture and arts typically found in cities twice its size, while maintaining the safety and accessibility of a small town. A few of Pittsburgh's favorite family things include: The Carnagie Science Center, Pittsburgh Zoo, and Kennywood Park. There are many more attractions and activities sure to please any age group, whether it's a seven-year old visiting Mr. Roger's Neighborhood of Make Believe at Idlewild Park or a teenager bent on what's undeniably cool as she walks on the wild side through The Andy Warhol Museum.
Day 10 Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh's landscape is a rolling prairie filled with beautiful trees that change color with each season. Along with the majestic beauty Pittsburgh has fun festivals, arts and crafts, shopping, golf, spectator sports, fine dining, museums, great outdoor activities and so much more. Pittsburgh offers a range of culture and arts typically found in cities twice its size, while maintaining the safety and accessibility of a small town. A few of Pittsburgh's favorite family things include: The Carnagie Science Center, Pittsburgh Zoo, and Kennywood Park. There are many more attractions and activities sure to please any age group, whether it's a seven-year old visiting Mr. Roger's Neighborhood of Make Believe at Idlewild Park or a teenager bent on what's undeniably cool as she walks on the wild side through The Andy Warhol Museum.