AMERICAN CRUISE LINES
8 Days | Cumberland River Cruise
Westbound

NASHVILLE TO ST. LOUIS

Day 1 | Nashville, TN. Embark. From the legendary Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville is the official headquarters of country music. The lively streets are lined with art galleries and unique shops that welcome you at every turn. Consider touring The Hermitage, the home of President Andrew Jackson; the gardens of Cheekwood where more than 55,000 tulips bloom in the spring, or Gaylord Opryland's nine acres of indoor gardens and waterfalls.

Day 2 | Clarksville, tn. Discover Clarksville, named for General George Rogers Clark, a frontier fighter, Revolutionary War hero, and brother of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. As you explore the city led by our local guides, learn how Clarksville rose as a major tobacco port during the 1800s. Tour the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum which houses military memorabilia, or Dunbar Cave, one of the largest caves in the county.

Day 3 | Dover, TN. The small town of Dover is a historic treasure as well as a place of scenic beauty. Home to Fort Donelson National Park, the town played a pivot role in the Civil War as the site of a major Union victory. Within Dover is the Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge, an over 8,000-acre habitat of waterfowl and plant life, as well as the Land Between Lakes National Recreation Area.

Day 4 | Cruising Lake Barkley. Located in Western Kentucky, explore Lake Barkley on a relaxing day of cruising. Take in the view of the beautiful shoreline from one of the Queen of the Mississippi's spacious, comfortable lounges, while enjoying the company of fellow guests.

Day 5 | Paducah, KY. Founded by William Clark (of Lewis and Clark), Paducah is known as a National Heritage Destination with many talented culinary artists, painters, potters, and jewelers creating and displaying their works there. Also known as “Quilt City,” there is plenty to do in Paducah from shopping to visiting one the many fine museums, to participating in a hands-on creative workshop at a local art gallery.

Day 6 | Cape Girardeau, MO. Just thirty miles from the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, this river town became an important trading post in 1800s. Visited by Lewis and Clark, Cape Girardeau has a varied history that is influential throughout the town. Marvel at the outdoor murals reflecting the area's rich history.

Day 7 | Chester, IL. Located on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River, Chester is a beautiful region of Illinois with a diverse and storied history. Chester is home to Popeye's creator Elzie C. Segar. You may see the sailor man's likeness in the town's own six-foot-tall bronze metal statue.

Day 8 | St. Louis, MO. Disembark. This “Gateway to the West” was the epicenter for exploration following the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. The largest city on our cruise, St. Louis now has a distinct metropolitan culture. Take the elevator to the top of the Gateway Arch, which stands 630 feet over the Mississippi River.

NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.

WESTBOUND ITINERARY 8 DAYS | NASHVILLE TO ST. LOUIS Click HERE to view 8-day EASTBOUND itinerary.