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.
Come experience an unforgettable MISSISSIPPI JOURNEY.
- Dennis, Edenton, NC