Tour Overview
Shop and book your Mississippi River Cruises with River Cruise Network Canada’s online river cruises retailer with
the lowest prices GUARANTEED & exceptional service. The Mississippi stretches 4070 Kms (2530 miles). There are
three general regions for cruises on the Mississippi River The American Heritage Region, The Heartland Region and
The Wilderness Region each with its own attractions and historical charm.
American Heritage Region: This is the typical lower Mississippi River stretching from Louisiana to Tennessee, shore
excursions may include historic plantation homes and other grand architectural masterpieces. Port of call cities
typically include Mobile, Little Rock, Baton Rouge, Nashville, Memphis, and New Orleans.
Heartland Region: The upper Mississippi River is in the heartland of the United States, this is also the region made
famous by Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) as the playground for Tom Sawyer, Becky Thatcher, and Huckleberry
Finn. Ports of call may include Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis and Hannibal.
Wilderness Region: these cruises explore the Ohio River valley deep into the American Midwest and the Appalachian
Mountains. Ports of call frequently include Pittsburgh, Cincinnati and Kentucky. When you book Mississippi River
Cruises with River Cruise Network we'll handle all the details so that you travel hassle-free and enjoy your vacation.
