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Aboard the American Queen® MEMPHIS TO March 27-April 4, 2022

9 DAYS

1 SUNDAY Memphis, TN | Hotel Stay

2 3 MONDAY Memphis, TN | Depart 5:00 p.m.

4 TUESDAY Port of the Mississippi Delta

5 WEDNESDAY Vicksburg, MS

6 THURSDAY Natchez, MS

7 FRIDAY St. Francisville, LA

8 SATURDAY Baton Rouge, LA 9 SUNDAY Nottoway Plantation 10 Monday New Orleans Disembark 8:00AM SUND AY Nottoway PlantatioMONDAY New

Here is a chance to experience the lower and for golfers there is an opportunity to play three rounds of golf. There are all the regular activities for non-golfers.

Special group fares are available for a limited time starting at $1895. (golf option $299 additional)

Save $500 to $2000 per cabin over normal fares CRUISE INCLUSIONS

Pre-cruise Select wine and Hop-On Hop-Off Internet Room service hotel stay beer with dinner shore excursions service 24 hours a day

FOR BOOKING INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Bob Murphy | 714 609-0468 | [email protected]

Unless specified otherwise fares quoted are in U.S. Dollars, are per person based on double occupancy and do not include government taxes and fees, port charges, gratuities, airfare, insurance, personal expenditures or transportation costs incurred while traveling to and from embarkation ports. Promotional fares and amenities are capacity-controlled, may vary by sailing and category of accommodations and may be withdrawn without notice. The American Queen,® American Empress,® American Duchess™ and American Countess™ are operated by the American Queen Steamboat Company, LLC; are regularly inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard; are of American Registry; and employ American officers, crew and staff.

AMERICAN QUEEN DECK PLANS and PRICES

SUITE AND STATEROOM CATEGORIES

Owner’s Suites with OS Exclusive Veranda

Luxury Suites with LS Private or Open Veranda

DECK 6 – SUN DECK Deluxe Suites with DS Open Veranda

Junior Suites with JS Open Veranda

Paddlewheel PS Staterooms

A Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Private Veranda

DECK 5 – PROMENADE DECK B Outside Staterooms with Open Veranda

C Outside Staterooms with Open Veranda

D Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Bay Window

Inside E Staterooms

Single Deluxe DECK 4 – OBSERVATION DECK SD Staterooms

Single Inside SI Staterooms

+ Triple Occupancy

* Quadruple Occupancy

DECK 3 – DECK Accessible/Partially Accessible Suites and Staterooms Stateroom 381 features a roll-in shower.

Featuring separate entrances with interior connecting doors, category E staterooms 458 to 467 connect with the adjoining odd-numbered B outside staterooms 409 to 427.

DECK 2 – CABIN DECK SPECIFICATIONS

YEAR BUILT ...... 1995 REFURBISHED ...... 2017 LENGTH ...... 418 FEET PASSENGER DECKS ...... 6 SUITES AND STATEROOMS ...... 218 PASSENGERS ...... 417 DECK 1 – MAIN DECK CREW ...... 172 SUITES AND STATEROOMS

OS OWNER’S SUITES WITH EXCLUSIVE VERANDA

Open French doors and step out onto your veranda to unwind on your amply furnished patio. Adorned with 11-foot vaulted ceilings, overhead lighting and a cozy interior lounging area with a sofa-bed and cocktail tables, these expansive suites can accommodate up to three guests, and epitomize luxurious river cruising. Relish the many exclusive benefits of our Commodore Services while your personal River Butler attends to your every need.

• 348 sq. ft. with 690-sq.-ft. exclusive veranda • Coffee maker and mini refrigerator • Queen bed • French doors open to exclusive veranda • Full bathroom with standard • Furnished patio with sofa, two chairs tub/shower combination and a coffee table • Lounging area with sofa-bed • Interior and exterior access • Dressing area with granite vanity and mirror • Promenade Deck • Flat-screen TV • Commodore Services, including a River Butler

Regular Price $9099 Special Group $7599.

LS LUXURY SUITES WITH PRIVATE OR OPEN VERANDA

Our spacious, elegant suites are furnished to provide the warm ambiance of a fine Southern estate. Open your French doors and delight in sweeping river views as you sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area. With two configurations to choose from – either one large room with a private veranda or two adjoining rooms with an open veranda – these suites are the ideal choice for family and friends vacationing together.

• 353-363 sq. ft. with private or open veranda Coffee maker and mini refrigerator

• Queen bed or two single beds • French doors open to deck or veranda • Full bathroom with tub and shower or • Interior and exterior access standard tub/shower combination • Promenade and Texas Decks • Sitting area with sofa-bed • Vanity, mirror and desk • Commodore Services, including a River Butler • Flat-screen TV LS Suites on Texas Deck LS Suites on Promenade Deck • Regular Price $7599. Special Group Price $6099.

DS DELUXE SUITES WITH OPEN VERANDA

You will feel right at home on the river in our magnificent suites. Indulge in a soothing soak in your tub, then retire to your cozy armchair or sofa, prop your feet up on the ottoman and read through the River Times – our daily program – to discover the delights that await.

• 230 sq. ft. with open veranda • French doors open to deck • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior and/or exterior access • Full bathroom with standard • Promenade Deck tub/shower combination • Commodore Services (excludes River Butler)

• Sitting area with sofa-bed • Partially accessible suite 520 is 252 sq. ft. • Vanity and mirror and features a standard tub/shower • Flat-screen TV combination.

Regular Price $5399. Special Group Price $3899

JS JUNIOR SUITES WITH OPEN VERANDA

Settle into your sitting area, open the French doors to the deck, and greet the day as the banks of the river majestically slip by. Some staterooms in this category offer a view of the paddlewheel, while others provide expansive views of America’s heartland. 210 sq. ft. with open veranda • French doors open to deck • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior and/or exterior access • Full bathroom with standard • Promenade and Observation Decks tub/shower combination • Preferred dining arrangements • Flat-screen TV Partially accessible suites 521 and 522 • Sitting area • are 210 sq. ft. and feature a standard • Vanity and mirror tub/shower combination. Regular Price $4799. Special Group Price $3299

PS PADDLEWHEEL STATEROOMS

These spacious retreats offer unmatched views, each with a 6-foot-square viewing window that overlooks the paddlewheel, for a truly authentic steamboating experience. Guests are enamored with the allure of the more traditional experience from sound and vibration of the close proximity of the turning paddlewheel.

• Stateroom 383: 342 sq. ft. • Sitting area with sofa-bed • Staterooms 385 and 386: 302 sq. ft. • 6-foot-square picture window overlooking the paddlewheel • Traditional paddlewheel experience • Vanity, mirror and desk • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior access • Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination • Texas Deck • Flat-screen TV Regular Price $4799 Special Group Price $2799.

egular Price $4799. Special Group Price $2799 A DELUXE OUTSIDE STATEROOMS WITH PRIVATE VERANDA

With a private veranda, these staterooms are so enjoyable that you might decide to extend your journey. Relax in a cozy armchair and enjoy the view as you anticipate the activities of the day.

• 190 sq. ft. with 40-sq.-ft. • Flat-screen TV private veranda • French doors open to private veranda • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior access

• Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination • Texas Deck

Regular Price $4695. Special Group Price $3199

B OUTSIDE STATEROOMS WITH OPEN VERANDA

Can you imagine opening French doors to a sweeping river vista and the sweet scent of magnolia trees? Sit on the deck outside your stateroom and greet early-morning strollers, relax in bed with your favorite book or soak in a hot bath.

• 190-205 sq. ft. with open veranda • French doors open to deck • Flat-screen TV • Queen bed or two single beds • Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination • Interior and/or exterior access • Observation Deck

Regular Price $4599 Special Group Price $3099. C OUTSIDE STATEROOMS WITH OPEN VERANDA

Open your French doors, and enjoy the fresh air. Sit on the deck outside your stateroom, and take in the gently changing views of the landscape, or indulge in a leisurely morning in bed with room service.

• 140-160 sq. ft. with open veranda • Exterior access • Queen bed or two single beds • Observation, Texas and Cabin Decks • Full bathroom with shower or • Partially accessible staterooms 201 standard tub/shower combination and 202 (210 sq. ft.) and 305 and 306 • Flat-screen TV (180 sq. ft.) feature standard tub/shower combinations. • French doors open to deck Regular Price $4199. Special Group Price$2699.

D DELUXE OUTSIDE STATEROOMS WITH BAY WINDOW

An expansive bay window overlooking the scenery of America’s heartland is the main draw of this spacious category. Curl up in front of the window with a new novel, and savor a moment that belongs to only you.

• 190 sq. ft. with bay window • Flat-screen TV • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior access • Full bathroom with standard • Cabin Deck tub/shower combination Regular price $3999. Special Group Price $2499.

SD SINGLE DELUXE STATEROOMS

Greet the day in your cozy stateroom, relaxing before breakfast, or simply enjoy a leisurely morning in bed with room service.

• 140 sq. ft. • Interior access • Queen bed • Observation Deck • Full bathroom with shower • Partially accessible stateroom 457 is 167 sq. ft. and features • Flat-screen TV a standard tub/shower combination. Regular Price $3699. Special Group Price $2199

E INSIDE STATEROOMS

Surrounded by wonderful period details, accompanied by every modern convenience, these cozy havens will make your cares disappear. Ample shelving and storage spaces keep necessities out of the way yet easily accessible.

• 132 sq. ft. • Flat-screen TV • Accessible stateroom 381 is 217 sq. ft. and features a roll-in shower. • Queen bed or two single beds • Interior access • Full bathroom with shower • Texas Deck Regular Price $2399. Special Group Price $1899.

SI SINGLE INSIDE STATEROOMS

These intimate cabins with ample storage space are slightly scaled down to accommodate the independent traveler, and feature a single bed.

• 80 sq. ft. • Full bathroom with shower • Interior access • Single bed • Flat-screen TV • Observation Deck

Regular Price $3099. Special Group Price $2099

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Shore Excursions for voyage week March 28 to April 4, 2022

Browse the list below to view all of the available excursions for your specific voyage week. Click "Ready to Book" at the bottom of the page to begin your booking or sign in as a Travel Agent to book for your clients.. EXTENDED VOYAGE CITY STAY PACKAGE THE "COMPLETE MEMPHIS EXPERIENCE" PRE CITY STAY

Your City Stay Includes: STARTING AT: $699.00 • 3 Days/2 Nights hotel stay at The Peabody Per Guest Memphis • Transportation from the Memphis Airport to your hotel on the day of your arrival What's Extended City Stay? • Embarkation Day Pre-Cruise Premium Shore Extended City Stay Excursion: The Experience packages are customized • Two full American Breakfasts at the hotel programs in some of our After completing an information • An exclusive AQSC Walking Tour of Memphis most popular ports, so we request, an American Queen • Witness the famous Peabody duck parade at the representative will contact you can guide you through these Historic amazing cities before or • An authentic Memphis BBQ Meal on after your voyages. These (Memphis' Entertainment Hub) exclusive programs offer • Memphis Attraction Pass: Included admission to guests the same comfort three of Memphis' highest rated attractions and simplicity as our • 3-Day Trolley Pass for transportation throughout Premium Excursions, but Memphis during your stay combine the freedom of our • A local American Queen Concierge to help assist in Included Excursions, planning your time in Memphis allowing for a full cultural immersion, unlike any other!

PORT: MEMPHIS, TN VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN DATES: MARCH 26 - MARCH 28, 2022

MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022 THE ELVIS EXPERIENCE

Including Mansion, the all-new ’s Memphis Entertainment Complex, and a Guided Excursion Through Memphis Including a Things you will see: Walk on Beale Street Elvis Statue Begin your journey along the Mississippi River with a Beale Street king’s treatment as we depart the hotel and weave our Highlights of Memphis way through the streets of Memphis toward the home of “The King” himself - Graceland! An interactive audio Things you will tour will guide us through the mansion before we experience: enjoy free time to explore the recently opened Entertainment Complex. The multitude of exhibits Walking on Beale Street INFO ONLY feature everything from Elvis’ wardrobe to his Tour automobiles. Stop for a bite to eat at one of the Elvis- Graceland Mansion Reservations Available This themed restaurants before continuing to Beale Street, Graceland Mansion Audio- September the heart and soul of Memphis! Follow our local guide Guided Tour down the most famous street in the city before Full Access to State-of-the- concluding our excursion at the dock of the vessel. Art Visitor Entertainment Complex Elvis' Two Custom Airplanes Elvis Presley Car Museum Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase Museum Elvis Discover Exhibits

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: MEMPHIS, TN MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022 SOUNDTRACK OF MEMPHIS: A MUSICAL CITY TOUR

Experience Memphis like never before, with singing and live music interjected between thoughtful narration, we will see Beale Street, Sun Studio, the stage where Elvis Things you will see: first shook his hips, and the church where got his start — all this and more on this musical Sun Studio tour of Memphis, ! Memphis is a crossroads Beale Street of modern culture and historical appeal. We'll explore Stax Studio the “Home of the ” on a driving tour of the city Lorraine Motel while being treated to musical performances every step Cotton Row of the way. Our expert guide, also a professional Beale Peabody Hotel Street musician, will play and sing soulful selections INFO ONLY while showcasing Memphis’ history and musical Early homes of Elvis, B. B. Reservations Available This heritage. King, and Johnny Cash September And much more! Our experience through the “Birthplace of Rock 'n Roll” departs from the Pre-Cruise Hotel and ends at Things you will the dock of the vessel. experience: Overton Park - Levitt Shell Narrated driving tour through Memphis Live music Audience participation with shakers and tambourines

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: MEMPHIS, TN

TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022 THE GREAT DELTA MUSIC EXPERIENCE

The blues was born from the fertile farmlands of the Mississippi Delta. The songs that spurred from the fields of Mississippi went on to lay the roots that Things you will see: would influence all genres of American music. Delve into the best of American music at the Grammy Delta Region Museum Mississippi, where you’ll discover the sounds Cleveland, MS of music in the delta as you explore the stories of the Indianola, MS - The world’s most renowned artists through state-of-the- hometown of B.B. King art exhibits and displays. Get a true taste of the blues The grave site of blues through a live performance in an authentic blues night legend B.B. King club, as you savor southern flavors. To top off this musical experience we’ll visit the hometown of the Things you will legendary B.B. King, where you’ll see how his experience: illustrious career brought the delta blues, and Mississippi, to the mainstream. Grammy Museum Mississippi "Why Mississippi" presentation Club Ebony - Iconic blues nightclub Live blues performance Authentic southern meal B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: TERRENE LANDING, MS TIMING: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM ACTIVITY LEVEL:

TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022 TERRENE LANDING FULL DAY Feel the soul of Mississippi as we visit this port of the Mississippi Delta. Here, you will witness the hardships and recovery that many small American towns along the river have experienced. This fertile land has been America’s agricultural epicenter since before the Civil War. However, the Delta is not only famous for farming but also laying the foundation for America’s most beloved music. From the Delta Blues to R&B and Rock n’ Roll, all of today’s popular musical genres can trace their roots back to this humble land.

Grammy Museum Mississippi Journey through the history of music at the Grammy Museum Mississippi. A new, innovative museum that spans all genres of music. Here you will enjoy a self- guided tour through the museum, which showcases more than two dozen cutting-edge exhibits that explore the best music from many genres including Rock, Hip-Hop, Classical, Latin, R&B, and Jazz.

Delta Music Institute The Delta Music Institute provides students in the College of Arts & Sciences at Delta State University with hands-on education in the entertainment industry. Here, we will receive a tour of DMI’s “Studio A.” Known as the “Abbey Road of the South.” This large-format studio is able to accommodate symphony orchestras, concert bands, mass choirs, and wind ensembles. In the Studio A control room, learn how records are mixed and mastered as you hear audio samples of current works in progress and classic recordings.

Martin & Sue King Railroad Heritage Museum In the 19th and 20th centuries, the railroad was essential to the settlement and growth of the Mississippi Delta. The coveted railroad attracted many great industries to the town of Cleveland, Mississippi including Baxter Laboratories, Delta Steam Electric Station, and more. The trains were vital in the transportation of people, goods, and mail. Walk through history as you explore this museum, that houses thousands of artifacts, photographs, documents and see the 1941 Illinois Central caboose.

Downtown Shopping Enjoy some of the many shopping opportunities in downtown, Cleveland. Here, you will find an array of restaurants, boutique shops, a pharmacy and more.

ACTIVITY LEVEL: VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: TERRENE LANDING, MS TIMING: 10:00 AM - 4:30 AM

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022 ON THE FRONT LINES OF THE CIVIL WAR

Experience the site of one of the most pivotal battles in America’s history. Aptly described by President Lincoln as “the key to victory,” the Siege of Vicksburg Things you will see: was the ’s crucial push to capture a vital strategic position during the . Join 16-mile tour road through us for an exclusive tour as our River Coach travels the the battlefield 16-mile road that weaves through Vicksburg National Front lines of the Military Park, including a stop at the Illinois State Confederate and Union Army Monument -- the largest of the state monuments 1,300 Monuments and dedicated to the fallen soldiers of the Vicksburg INFO ONLY Markers throughout the campaign. We will also visit the USS Cairo and grounds Reservations Available This Museum, the National Cemetery, and the Battlefield The National Cemetery September Visitor Center. Things you will experience:

USS Cairo and Museum Illinois State Monument Vicksburg Battlefield film Here Brothers Fought Battlefield Visitor Center and Gift Shop

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: VICKSBURG, MS

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022 A ROUND OF GOLF AT THE VICKSBURG COUNTRY CLUB

It’s time to tee off in Vicksburg! Join us for a fantastic round of 18 holes at the Vicksburg Country Club Golf Course, built in 1929. Things you will see: All cart, clubs, and green fees are included. Pristine landscaping

Things you will experience:

Round of golf at the INFO ONLY Vicksburg Country Club Reservations Available This September

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: VICKSBURG, MS

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022 VICKSBURG HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

For months Ulysses S. Grant and his Army of the Tennessee were trying to overtake Vicksburg, Mississippi – “ The Key to the South” as described by Abraham Lincoln. In late May 1863, Grant undertook a new campaign to gain access to this vital river city. After many attempts, Vicksburg still fought back and caused the Union Army to fall back. Grant chose to attack again full force at Champion Hill and Big Black Bridge, weakening John C. Pemberton’s Army causing it to retreat. Both Confederates and Union soldiers suffered drastically, but finally on July 4, 1863, Pemberton surrendered to Grant leaving the Mississippi River in Union hands.

Church of the Holy Trinity This incredible church spans over 125 feet long, 52 feet wide, and reaches 61 feet high to the apex of the ceiling, which was built of southern white pine to emulate Noah’s ark. The church was constructed in Romanesque Revival style and finished in red brick. It also showcases zigzag tracery, which was highly unique to the style at the time. The Belgian slate roof is another amazing feature of the building, which began construction with the laying of the cornerstone in 1869. The 34 stained-glass windows, however, may be the main draw. They were given as memorials and six of them were created by Tiffany Studios in New York under the supervision of Louis Comfort Tiffany.

Anchuca Mansion The word Anchuca derives from an Indian word meaning “happy home,” which is the exact vibe this home gives off. Built in 1830 by politician J.W. Mauldin, Anchuca is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tour the home and discover its rich history, including how it was used as a hospital during the Siege of Vicksburg in 1863. Old Court House Museum Now a National Historic Landmark, construction for this colossal courthouse began in 1858 and was completed in just two years in 1860 for $100,000. It survived Union shelling, a direct hit from a tornado in 1953, and is now home to the largest collection of Vicksburg’s history. The museum is filled with countless artifacts, including confederate flags, portraits, the trophy antlers won by steamboat Robert E. Lee in an 1870 race, an original Teddy Bear given by Theodore Roosevelt, and many more!

Biedenharn Coca-Colatm Museum At the Biedenharn Coca-ColaTM Museum, enjoy the wide variety of Coca-ColaTM memorabilia in an authentic candy store and soda fountain setting. This building is where Coca-ColaTM was bottled for the first time anywhere in the world in 1894.

Lower Mississippi River Museum This museum provides a unique and interactive way to learn about the history, people, and events that have been a part of the Mighty Mississippi. Their mission is to show the federal government’s role in the Mississippi’s past, as well as future efforts to maintain a healthy river. Explore the many exhibits, learn what the 1927 flood was like for the community, see some of the river’s fish up close in the 1,515-gallon aquarium, and much more! Old Depot Museum The museum features a 250-square foot diorama of the Siege of Vicksburg, giving guests a bird’s-eye view of the layout of the Battlefield as it looked in 1863. It also houses 250 scale models of ships and boats, model railroads with railroading artifacts, and 150 model cars that show the evolution of motor travel. There are also more than 40 original paintings of war on the river and Civil War artifacts.

ACTIVITY LEVEL: VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: VICKSBURG, MS TIMING: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022 THE STORY OF COTTON IN THE AMERICAN SOUTH

Take a step back into history when cotton was king and plantations dotted the southern backroads of America. Experience a look back into the 1800s as we Things you will see: tour a present-day cotton plantation. Frogmore Plantation remains today as a living monument to this Mississippi and former American cash crop. Walk the restored slave countryside cabins, and see a rare steam gin, in addition to their Cotton fields modern, computerized one. Then for a first-hand look Modern cotton gin at the last burst of southern opulence before the war brought the cotton baron’s dominance to an end, we’ll Things you will tour the beautifully unfinished Longwood Mansion. experience: Plantation chapel from 1800s INFO ONLY Plantation buildings Historic slave quarters Reservations Available This September Historic cotton gin Pick cotton directly from field Plantation gift shop Longwood Mansion

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NATCHEZ, MS

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022 HOME HOSTED VISIT WITH GINGER AND JAMES

Experience true Southern hospitality as we make our way to The Towers, one of Mississippi's most elegant privately owned antebellum homes. Here we will be Things you will see: welcomed like old friends by owners Ginger and James Hyland and guided through their personal home. The private home of Ginger Marvel at the extensive collections of silks, lace sheers, and James Hyland and their and antiques throughout. Then Ginger will share extensive collections stories of her star-studded past as the daughter of Lawrence A. Hyland, president of Hughes Aircraft Things you will Company and one of the men credited with the experience: INFO ONLY invention of radar. Our tour ends in the sunny, Guided tour of The Towers Reservations Available This enclosed back gallery, where we will enjoy a delightful September taste of southern comfort food. Stories of Ginger's star- studded past Southern comfort food Champagne julep Recipes to take home and share with your family

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NATCHEZ, MS

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022 NATCHEZ HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

This charming river town was first inhabited by Natchez Indians and French explorers who shared the land. It was founded in 1716, making it the oldest city on the Mississippi River. The city is known for its elegance, hospitality, and impressive preservation of history, which can be found on every street corner throughout the town. Guests will enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, museums, and antebellum houses located in Natchez, as they explore the beautiful downtown areas.

The Old South Trading Post – Be sure to bring your taste buds to this unique stop! Sample Southern muscadine juice, dips, salsas, jellies, cappuccinos, and coffees— all while you browse the huge assortment of items for sale. There’s something for everyone here, including a wide selection of books, candies, one-of-a- kind shirts, hats, souvenirs, drug store items, and even alligator items! Suggested Visit: 15 minutes Rosalie Mansion – This magnificent mansion, an outstanding example of Federal style architecture, was built by a wealthy cotton planter in 1823. The Mississippi State Society Daughters of the American Revolution have since gained ownership and have been maintaining the house and grounds since 1938. On this self-guided tour, discover the history of the house and the artifacts found throughout. Period-dressed docents can be found throughout the home to answer questions and to provide more information. Guests can explore the extensive gardens, gift shop, kitchen, library, and carriage house. Suggested Visit: 30 - 45 minutes Natchez Visitor’s Center - Stop here to learn more about this historic river town. This well-maintained building contains informative displays, knowledgeable staff, and a gift shop!. Suggested Visit: 15 minutes William Johnson House Museum - William Johnson was known as the “Barber of Natchez.” He began life as a slave but gained his freedom at age eleven. After his emancipation, he began to work his way up, eventually becoming almost fully accepted within society. His three-story brick home was built in 1840 and showcases many original furnishings. Suggested Visit: 30 - 45 minutes Magnolia Hall - This Greek Revival Mansion was built in 1858. The house was built before the breakout of the Civil War in town but did suffer some damage – a cannon ball was launched into their kitchen! It is now fully restored – the main floor offers a showcase of many antiques and furnishings and the upper floors offer a costume collection located in the Historic Clothing Museum. Tour the house and then stop in the gift shop for some souvenirs. Suggested Visit: 30 - 45 minutes Stanton Hall - Irish immigrant and cotton merchant Frederick Stanton built this Palatial Greek Revival mansion in 1857. It was appraised at $83,000 during that period, even before it was furnished. Take a 30- minute tour of the house – which takes up the entire block and is fully furnished. Afterwards you can stop for lunch in the Carriage House Restaurant, known for their fine southern cuisine. Suggested Visit: 30 - 45 minutes Museum of African American History and Culture - The museum will delve into the 300-year-old African American history, spanning four lifetimes from Colonial and Cotton Kingdom Natchez, to the Reconstruction and the Civil Rights Movements. As you explore this creative portrayal of the true African American story, you will unfold history to reveal Natchez in a light that is shown nowhere else around. Suggested Visit: 15 - 45 minutes

ACTIVITY LEVEL: VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NATCHEZ, MS TIMING: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022 REDEMPTION AND REHABILITATION AT ANGOLA PRISON

Join us for an exclusive look inside the gates of one of America’s most infamous prisons as we embark on a tour of second chances, rehabilitation and redemption. Things you will see: Experience the struggles of life-term inmates inside Angola Prison, formerly America’s most dangerous Prison rodeo arena penitentiary. Today, Angola is known as a model Working farm land in facility and takes great pride in the faith-based penitentiary rehabilitation of its inmates, most of whom will never Maximum security buildings regain their freedom. We’ll take you inside the barbed- Livestock and dog breeding wire fences for an up-close look that may change what facilities you thought you knew about life inside. Things you will experience:

Red Hat Cell Block INFO ONLY Prison Chapel Prison gift shop and Reservations Available This museum September Question & Answer session with inmate VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022 PLANTATIONS OF THE BACK ROADS

Transcend beyond the expectations of a “traditional” southern plantation tour and visit two plantations with a more personal touch – Rosedown and Catalpa. Things you will see: Experience two southern plantations that are owned and operated by the descendants of the original Louisiana's sugar fields families – the same family! Pay close attention to each Back Roads of Louisiana home during the guided tour – see if the family portrait displayed in both plantations can be found! Things you will INFO ONLY experience: Reservations Available This September Rosedown Plantation Catalpa Plantation - Exclusive to AQSC Guests Traditional Southern Sherry farewell

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022 PLANTATIONS OF THE BACK ROADS

Transcend beyond the expectations of a “traditional” southern plantation tour and visit two plantations with a more personal touch – Rosedown and Catalpa. Things you will see: Experience two southern plantations that are owned and operated by the descendants of the original Louisiana's sugar fields families – the same family! Pay close attention to each Back Roads of Louisiana home during the guided tour – see if the family portrait displayed in both plantations can be found! Things you will INFO ONLY experience: Reservations Available This September Rosedown Plantation Catalpa Plantation - Exclusive to AQSC Guests Traditional Southern Sherry farewell

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022 ST. FRANCISVILLE HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

Established in 1809, St. Francisville is the oldest town in the of Louisiana. Below where St. Francisville is located currently, there was a settlement called Bayou Sara in the 1790s. When this settlement was destroyed by flooding and fires, many of the structures and artifacts were hauled up the bluff into St. Francisville, where they are still standing. The town is referred to as “two miles long and two yards wide,” but that definitely doesn’t mean it has nothing to offer! Stop in at one of the unique shops, historical homes, beautiful churches, or breathtaking parks and you will agree with that! Beautiful oaks with Spanish moss grows throughout the town, creating a comforting and charming southern atmosphere.

Royal Street - Take a stroll down historic Royal Street at any of the shops or just to admire the beautiful trees and homes. Or stop into Grandmother’s Buttons – a unique boutique that offers jewelry made out of 100-year-old buttons. Inside the store, you can visit the button museum to learn the history of the business and the inspirations of the art. The store is located inside of a former historic bank lobby with 16- foot ceilings and a bank vault. Even if jewelry is not in your plans, the architecture is beautiful! Suggested Visit: 30 - 45 Minutes Old Market Hall - The structure was built in 1819 and has a beautiful open layout. The building is now used as a market center for the town’s local artisans and craftsmen to showcase their products and host their small businesses. Every day is different, you may see anything from jewelry and makeup, scarves and dresses, or snacks and produce! Suggested Visit: 15 - 30 Minutes West Feliciana Historical Society Museum - This museum is dedicated to the history, people, and architectures of West Feliciana Parish. Built in 1896 and inside a former hardware store, the Historical Society Museum displays many artifacts, photos, costumes, and articles all portraying the history of St. Francisville. Just across the street, you can stop in one of the fine boutiques and shops! Suggested Visit: 30 Minutes - 1 Hour Grace Episcopal Church - Built in 1860 and rebuilt in 1893 after the Union caused heavy damage in 1863, Grace Episcopal Church stands tall in St. Francisville. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the church and the grounds and make sure to check out the organ located inside – it dates all the way back to 1860! The church is one of the state’s oldest Protestant churches that still stands today. Suggested Visit: 15 - 45 Minutes

ACTIVITY LEVEL: VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA TIMING: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022 ULTIMATE CAJUN ADVENTURE

On today’s exciting Cajun adventure, we’ll explore the charm and enchantment of southern Louisiana. From air boating through the beautiful wilderness of the Things you will see: bayou to sampling local cuisine, the unique and storied Louisiana region has never been more up Highlights of Baton Rouge close and personal. Our journey will begin with a Lush Louisiana swamplands narrated city tour as we make our way to the Rural Native Wildlife Life Museum. Before we head out on the water, we will Cajun Band sit down for a family style lunch at Pont Breaux’s Cajun Dancing Cajun Restaurant. Here, we’ll enjoy delicious and INFO ONLY authentic Cajun cuisine that you will surely find is Reservations Available This some of the best on the bayou. During our September exhilarating ride through the Atchafalaya Basin Things you will Swamp, feel the air on your face as our expert Cajun experience: captain leads us through the backwaters of the bayou and mossy cypress tree forests. See alligators and Baton Rouge driving tour other wildlife in their natural habitat as the boat Rural Life Museum traverses deep into the swamp. Full Cajun Immersive Experience Air Boat Tour, Guided by an authentic Cajun Captain Family-Style Lunch at Pont Breaux's Cajun Restaurant Cajun Music & Dancing

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: BATON ROUGE, LA

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022 BATON ROUGE HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

Named by French explorer Sieur D’Iberville after a reddish pole marking two separate tribal hunting grounds, Baton Rouge has transformed into a rich cultural city. Locals speak versions of French in their everyday language specific to Baton Rouge. For instance, the “o” sound at the end of words will be replaced with “eaux”. The city is home to Louisiana’s capitol building, which is the tallest in the , and Louisiana State University – home to the nation’s only live tiger mascot, Mike the Tiger. Baton Rouge is sure to accommodate anyone with its southern hospitality, delicious Cajun-Creole style food, and unique architecture! USS KIDD DD-661 Just a short walk from the dock, guests can explore a Fletcher-Class Destroyer that fought in many battles in U.S. history. Named after Admiral Isaac C. Kidd, who died on the bridge of his flagship during Pearl Harbor, the USS Kidd has received eight battle stars for WWII service and four battle stars for Korean War service. This 2,050-ton, 376-foot-long vessel has since been converted into a museum, with exhibits of extensive collections of war artifacts, ship models, real fighter planes and bombers, and memorials. Suggested Visit: 1 - 2 Hours

LSU Rural Life Museum Dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of materials from the cultures of 18th and 19th century rural Louisianans the LSU Rural Life Museum sends guests back in time to experience the lifestyles and life- ways of these remarkable people. Explore the largest collection of artifacts and architecture from the period, all in a safe, outdoor rural landscape. Suggested Visit: 1 - 2 Hours Capitol Park Museum This impressive museum showcases collections of visual arts, jazz, costumes, textiles, and artifacts from Louisiana history. It was founded in 1906 and holds over 450,000 artifacts and works of arts. Permanent exhibits include: “Experiencing Louisiana: Discovering the Soul of America,” and “Grounds for Greatness: Louisiana”. Rotating exhibits change frequently and can cover a range of different historical events. Suggested Visit: 1 - 1.5 Hours Louisiana State Capitol Built in 1932, this prime example of architecture stands 450 feet tall. The building holds 34 floors, making it the tallest state capitol in the United States. Guests can admire the uniquely constructed rooms throughout or take a ride up to the 27th floor to the observation deck for an impressive panoramic view of the city below. Suggested Visit: 1 Hour LSU Museum of Art Immerse yourself in the and its culture through art at the LSU Museum of Art. Located on the fifth floor of the , the museum hosts a variety of historic and contemporary art exhibits as well as a vast permanent collection spanning the 1700s to present day with over 6,500 artworks on display year round. Paired with a variety of programming and an education space for families to explore, a visit to LSU MOA is perfect for all ages and interests. Suggested Visit: 30 Minutes - 1.5 Hours

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: BATON ROUGE, LA TIMING: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM ACTIVITY LEVEL:

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022 GRAND SOUTHERN PLANTATION TOUR

Embark on a journey through the fields of southern Louisiana toward two of the South’s most prestigious and picturesque plantations. We will begin our Things you will see: adventure at Oak Alley Plantation, the “Grand Dame of the Great River Road,” where 300-year-old live oak The Great River Road trees line the pathway that welcomes guests to the Manicured Plantation grand entrance. Then discover what life was like for a Gardens wealthy sugar baron at the Houmas House Plantation 300-year-old Live Oak Trees INFO ONLY and Gardens. Enjoy a truly southern-style lunch buffet Reservations Available This and a guided tour of the grand mansion before September exploring the beautiful grounds and sprawling Things you will gardens. Upon return to the vessel, walk the beautiful grounds of Nottoway Plantation or take a guided tour experience: to see the extravagant rooms of the mansion. Guided Tour of the Houmas House Free time to explore gardens and grounds Southern-Style Buffet Lunch at Houmas House Guided Tour through Oak Alley's "Big House" Historic Slave Cabins

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NOTTOWAY RESORT, LA

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022 LAURA: A CREOLE PLANTATION

Enter the fascinating world of true Louisiana Creoles at Laura Plantation, where they lived apart from the American mainstream for over 200 years. Built in the Things you will see: style of Creole architecture, Laura is not your typical Southern plantation. It was once run by four Sugarcane fields generations of Creole women, most notably Laura, for Unique architecture whom the plantation is named. Uncover the compelling Beautifully manicured history of the home, as our expert guide leads us gardens through the Big House, gardens, and the original 1840s slave cabins where Br'er Rabbit’s famous Things you will folktales were recorded. The tour ends at the museum experience: INFO ONLY exhibit, "From the Big House to the Quarters: Slavery Guided tour through Laura Reservations Available This on Laura Plantation," where guests can learn more of September what life was like on this unique Creole sugar Plantation's main house and plantation. original slave cabins Museum exhibit, "From the Big House to the Quarters: Slavery on Laura Plantation"

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NOTTOWAY RESORT, LA SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022 LIFE IN THE BAYOU: CAJUN SWAMP TOUR

Enjoy a true Cajun experience in the back bayous and swamps of Louisiana. Leaving Nottoway Resort in our rear view, our local guide will discuss the affluent Things you will see: southern Louisiana lifestyle during the era when sugarcane reigned. As we arrive in La Place, Louisiana, Preserved swamp land home to the 250-acre, privately owned Manchac Local wildlife native to Swamp, prepare for an unforgettable journey. For the Louisiana* next hour and a half, our knowledgeable Cajun captain Scenic Spanish moss-draped will guide us through these tranquil waters. See moss- cypress trees INFO ONLY draped cypress trees and lush vegetation, and even come within feet of jumping alligators, as we travel the Things you will Reservations Available This meandering waters of this incredible ecosystem. experience: September Guided boat tour of 250- acre Manchac Swamp Narration by an authentic Cajun captain Cajun Pride Swamp gift shop

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NOTTOWAY RESORT, LA

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022 NOTTOWAY RESORT INCLUDED MANSION TOUR

Enjoy an included tour of Nottoway Resort, the South’s largest remaining antebellum mansion. This stunning historical plantation lies between Baton Rouge and New Orleans and offers a view of a truly grand plantation. The mansion flaunts three floors, 64 bedrooms, and displays an incredible 22 white square columns which contribute to its nickname and the “White Castle of Louisiana.” The most popular room among guests is the White Ballroom, which is painted entirely in white and displays elaborate gold décor throughout. Rooms are trimmed in custom plaster frieze made from Spanish moss, clay, plaster and mud and are all original to the house. And as if that weren’t enough, this immaculate mansion was constructed with 365 openings, one for each day of the year. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this American castle as we explore within the pristine walls followed by a stroll through the lush grounds and gardens.

Enjoy an included tour of Nottoway Resort, the South’s largest remaining antebellum mansion. This stunning historical plantation lies between Baton Rouge and New Orleans and offers a view of a truly grand plantation. The mansion flaunts three floors, 64 bedrooms, and displays an incredible 22 white square columns which contribute to its nickname and the “White Castle of Louisiana.” The most popular room among guests is the White Ballroom, which is painted entirely in white and displays elaborate gold décor throughout. Rooms are trimmed in custom plaster frieze made from Spanish moss, clay, plaster and mud and are all original to the house. And as if that weren’t enough, this immaculate mansion was constructed with 365 openings, one for each day of the year. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this American castle as we explore within the pristine walls followed by a stroll through the lush grounds and gardens.

ACTIVITY LEVEL: VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NOTTOWAY RESORT, LA TIMING: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022 POST-CRUISE PREMIUM EXPERIENCE NEW ORLEANS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR WITH TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

Embark on an adventure through a city radiating an eccentric and authentic atmosphere. On an exclusive New Orleans narrated driving tour, experience a city Things you will see: filled to the brim with history and culture from an intimate, first-person perspective. Relax in the comfort The French Quarter of our River Coach as we glide past some of the most Garden District iconic attractions in the city, from the French Quarter Mardi Gras Parade Route to St. Louis Cemetery #3. Along the way, see the Jackson Square elegant mansions of the Garden District, and relax in St. Louis Cathedral the scenic City Park. Feel the heartbeat of this vibrant Lake Pontchartrain INFO ONLY city and appreciate the exceptional qualities that set Reservations Available This New Orleans apart from every other city in the United Things you will September States. experience: Our experience through the “Big Easy” concludes at Narrated New Orleans the New Orleans International Airport. Driving Tour City Park St. Louis Cemetery #3

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NEW ORLEANS, LA

MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022 POST-CRUISE PREMIUM EXPERIENCE NEW ORLEANS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR WITH TRANSFER TO THE AQSC PREFERRED HOTEL

Embark on an adventure through a city radiating an eccentric and authentic atmosphere. On an exclusive New Orleans narrated driving tour, experience a city Things you will see: filled to the brim with history and culture from an intimate, first-person perspective. Relax in the comfort The French Quarter of our River Coach as we glide past some of the most Garden District iconic attractions in the city, from the French Quarter Mardi Gras Parade Route to St. Louis Cemetery #3. Along the way, see the Jackson Square elegant mansions of the Garden District, and relax in St. Louis Cathedral the scenic City Park. Feel the heartbeat of this vibrant Lake Pontchartrain INFO ONLY city and appreciate the exceptional qualities that set Reservations Available This New Orleans apart from every other city in the United Things you will September States. experience: Our experience through the “Big Easy” concludes at Narrated New Orleans the AQSC Preferred Hotel. Driving Tour City Park St. Louis Cemetery #3

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NEW ORLEANS, LA

MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022 NEW ORLEANS DIRECT AIRPORT TRANSFER

Complete your journey with this direct airport transfer from the dock to the New Orleans International Direct Hotel Transfer – Take Airport. You will arrive at the airport at approximately advantage of this direct 8:15 AM. transfer for a stress-free service to the American Queen official post-cruise hotel. Our dedicated staff will assist you with your luggage, which will be safely stowed in the under-carriage of our luxury motorcoaches. Smaller carry-on items can be stored on the motorcoach above or below your seat.

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VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NEW ORLEANS, LA

MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022 NEW ORLEANS DIRECT TRANSFER TO AQSC PREFERRED HOTEL

Complete your journey with this direct hotel transfer from the dock to the AQSC Preferred Hotel. You will Direct Hotel Transfer – Take arrive at the hotel at approximately 9:45 AM. advantage of this direct transfer for a stress-free service to the American Queen official post-cruise hotel. Our dedicated staff will assist you with your luggage, which will be safely INFO ONLY stowed in the under-carriage of our luxury motorcoaches. Reservations Available This Smaller carry-on items can September be stored on the motorcoach above or below your seat.

VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN PORT: NEW ORLEANS, LA

EXTENDED VOYAGE CITY STAY PACKAGE "THE ULTIMATE NEW ORLEANS EXPERIENCE" POST CITY STAY

Your City Stay Includes: STARTING AT: $699.00 • 3 Days/2 Nights hotel stay at the 4-Star Luxury Per Guest InterContinental New Orleans Hotel • Airport transportation via Airport Shuttle to New Orleans International Airport from the InterContinental What's Extended City Stay? Hotel on the day of your departure Extended City Stay • Disembarkation Day Post-Cruise Premium Shore packages are customized Excursion: The New Orleans Highlights programs in some of our • Two full American Breakfasts at the hotel most popular ports, so we • Included admissions to SEVEN of the New Orleans can guide you through these Top Attractions with the Exclusive AQSC Attraction amazing cities before or Pass after your voyages. These • Street Car Transportation Pass (Jazzy Pass) for exclusive programs offer transportation throughout New Orleans guests the same comfort • New Orleans Traditional Dining Experience at the and simplicity as our Court of Two Sisters Premium Excursions, but • A local American Queen Concierge to help assist in combine the freedom of our After completing an information planning your time in New Orleans Included Excursions, request, an American Queen allowing for a full cultural representative will contact you immersion, unlike any other!

PORT: NEW ORLEANS, LA VESSEL: AMERICAN QUEEN DATES: APRIL 4 - APRIL 6, 2022