Mississippi Riverboat Cruises

There are no overnight steamboat cruises on the Mississippi, but there will be Mississippi River cruises on Cruise West in 2011.

Majestic America Line, the company that operated the only overnight paddlewheel cruise operating in America, will not offer any cruises in 2010. Before its purchase by Majestic, the Delta Queen Steamboat Company was the oldest continuously operating US-flag cruise line - tracing its roots to 1890. The Delta Queen, Mississippi Queen and the American Queen featured plush, Victorian-style staterooms and suites, as well as fully working paddlewheels powered by steam. Together, they captured the spirit of the past, offering romantic, nostalgic riverboat cruises.

The three steamboats had distinct personalities. The Delta Queen cruised the Mississippi since 1947 and is a National Historic Landmark that attracted a loyal following. Small and charming, the Delta Queen was comparable to a warm B&B and is one of the most wonderful cruising experiences found anywhere.

The Mississippi Queen and the American Queen were larger and featured modern amenities like small pools, verandah cabins, and elevators between decks. The luxury of these floating palaces had to be experienced to be believed. Time on these steamboats was as active or as relaxing as you made it.

Mississippi River Cruises from New Orleans

There will be Mississippi River cruises on Cruise West in 2011. Day cruises out of New Orleans are also available.