• Duration: 14 nights
  • Distance (approx): 1482 miles
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The Great Mississippi River Road

Arrive in Minneapolis located on the beautiful Great River Road renowned for its culture, shopping and entertainment. Explore the scenic byways surrounding the city that showcase its beautiful lakes and parkways. Trace the Mississippi to the pretty river town of La Crosse before arriving in Galena, a charming town full of 19th century buildings and evidence of the steam boating era. Your journey continues along the river to Nauvoo, boasting over 60 restored historic sites and museums. Arrive in Hannibal where the legacy of Mark Twain is alive and well before heading south to the historic town of Alton at the confluence of three mighty rivers.

Continuing to shadow the mighty Mississippi you will arrive at the charming village of Ste Genevieve deep in the heart of the Chaumette Vineyards. Your route then heads south via Memphis and Vicksburg to New Orleans where you will catch your flight home.




Views from the Great River Road
Alton
Carriage ride in Galena


 

Itinerary

2 nts Minneapolis

2 nts La Crosse

1 nt Galena

1 nt Nauvoo

2 nts Hannibal

2 nts Alton

1 nt Ste Genevieve

1 nt Memphis

1 nt Vickburg

1 nt New Orleans



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Highlights

Hannibal
Enjoy a cruise on a nostalgic riverboat and follow in the footsteps of Mark Twain

Alton
At the confluence of the Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri rivers.

La Crosse
Full of historic buildings set in picturesque scenery with excellent bird watching.

Minneapolis
A shopping mecca surrounded by lakes and parkways

Chaumette Vineyards and Winery
Take a tour and sample the wines.

Great River Road
Follow the meandering Mississippi with its fantastic scenery

Grand Rounds Scenic Byway
Drive around the stunning parks and lakes surrounding Minneapolis

Minnesota River valley Scenic Byway
Explore rich history with rolling hills, lush forests and sparkiling rivers



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