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Mississippi River Cruises Offer a Bit of American History and Charm

“Ol' Man River ” just keeps rolling along, virtually unchanged by time, unlike the scenery that flanks it and the visitors who enjoy a Mississippi River cruise. Since the Mississippi River courses down the very heart of America, cruising on this river is like revisiting a time when things moved more slowly and life was less stressful like the world Mark Twain wrote about in the tales of Huck Finn.

With its snarly, groping branches in every direction, the Mississippi River courses for nearly 3,000 miles. The landscape along its cruise path shifts from craggy bluffs and deep woods to sandy white beaches and sleepy bayous. Much along the path of a Mississippi River cruise is just as native American Indians and early pioneers traveled them in birch bark canoes and keelboats and flatboats.

Today, steamboats, houseboats, barges and paddleboats are among the main vehicles used for Mississippi River cruises ; the river is one of America 's original natural “highways”. There have been many changes along the shoreline – much to explore and experience. For the untrained traveler, before embarking on a Mississippi River cruise it is best to seek professional guidance from your local AAA club. Some of their services include helping you find out how to start, what transportation sources to use and what to see and do while you are here. Click here and discover the travel services provided by your local AAA club.

Re-discover America on a RiverCruise

The Delta Queen steamboat, a national historic landmark, and two other steamboats serve as a steady source of Mississippi River cruises . One of the most popular of these cruises, stops at charming, quaint ports like Natchez and New Orleans, Hannibal and St. Paul. A hybrid of American beauty and history, the steamboats offer a number of itineraries, from Civil War and other themed cruises to being a unique way to view the fall foliage at a full eight miles an hour. Some have wood paneled and classically furnished staterooms, but also have the modern conveniences of air conditioning, private bath facilities and wall-to-wall carpeting. Their lounges offer an antique look, replete with crystal chandeliers and other touches from the past. It's a great way to re-discover America. Contact your local AAA club for assistance in finding the best Mississippi River cruise for you. Enter your zip code to view all of AAA's travel options on your local AAA Club website.

A Variety of River Cruises to Choose From

One paddleboat cruise down the Mississippi River originates in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The boat is a replica of one used in the early 1900s and is one of the few still in operation. Another stays close to the port of New Orleans, taking passengers on a cruise past the historic French Quarter and to the site of the Battle of New Orleans in 1814. One hour harbor cruises and dinner jazz cruises are also available, trekking a shorter distance up the river. Houseboat cruises down the Mississippi River also originate in La Crosse and explore national wildlife refuge area, wetland forests and traversing sand bars. This is a shorter cruise focusing on the upper Mississippi River.

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