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About 15 minutes before your chosen departure time, make your way to the buses near the dock!
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Hand your tickets to the Shore Excursion Specialist as you board the motorcoach.
EXPLORE AT YOUR LEISURE !
“Hop-Off ” wherever you wish - and “Hop-On” again whenever you feel ready! Buses will depart approximately every 15-30 minutes.
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SHORE EXCUR SION GUIDES
The American Duchess Shore Excursions staff strives to capture the true essence of each port we visit to give you the most authentic immersion into the region. We are constantly working to find the best local guides and historians to share the story of their beloved cities. These independent, local guides will join us on both our Hop-On Hop-Off Tours and Premium Excursions. They will be sharing their knowledge of the port’s history, weaving in their own personal stories and personalities, allowing for an intimate, sometimes unedited, glimpse into the culture and charm of their town. Because these local guides are hired independently, and not employees of American Duchess Shore Excursions, they will not be included in your voyage gratuities. If you believe your guide did a superb job, please feel free to extend a token of your gratitude.
LO C A L GUI DE S & GR AT UI TI E S
AQSC works with many local historians, civic leaders, and tourism professionals to create the most rewarding Premium Experiences on America’s Rivers. These local guides take pride in their community and are independent par tners of the AQSC Shore Excursions’ staff and drivers. Often times, our staff is asked for guidelines in regards to rewarding (tipping) of local Premium Tour guides. These local guides are not included in your daily gratuity charges. INDUSTRY GRATUITY GUIDELINE: $1.00 / person - Half Day Excursions $2.00 / person - Full Day Excursions Please note that gratuities are never expected, yet are greatly appreciated, and shall never be solicited by our par tners. Generosity is solely at your own discretion.
Thank you in advance!
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EMBARKATION DAY OVERVIEW Check-In Continues If you didn’t check in Sunday at the hotel, be cer tain to do so with our Amer ican Duchess staff. The process is quick and easy, so you can get back to explor ing!
P r e m i u m T o u r D e pa r t s Today’s Pre-Cruise Excursion: The Lewis & Clark Gateway to the West: St. Louis City Tour departs at 10:00 AM. Please meet in the hotel lobby 15 minutes pr ior to scheduled depar ture time. This excursion concludes at the Amer ican Duchess.
Explore St. Louis After you have checked in and received your transfer time, feel free to continue explor ing St. Louis at your leisure!
V o ya g e S h u t t l e s B e g i n Included shuttles will begin depar ting St. Louis Union Station Hotel at 2:30 PM. Please ar r ive 15 minutes pr ior to the time listed on your transfer ticket.
A m e r i c a n D u c h e s s D e pa r t s Welcome aboard! Settle into your home for the next week before the Amer ican Duchess pushes off the dock for the first time at 5:00 PM.
O N B O A R D C R U I S E O R I E N TAT I O N Be cer tain to join our exper t Shore Excur sion Specialists in the Show Lounge this week for an infor mational Cr uise Or ientation Presentation! They will cover all the Included and Premium Excur sion essentials, as well as answer any questions you may still have. Time and date will be listed in the River Times delivered to your stateroom.
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ER L O OK THINGS WE WILL DO: Bolduc House Museum Ste. Genevieve’s European Settlement Welcome Center Ste. Genevieve Church Chester Driving Tour
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Embark on a journey through history and discover the roots of America’s taken by displaced Native American’s on the Trail of Tears and witness th of Tears State Park in Jackson, Missouri, where we will discover the heart Site, discover the history of a massive four-story mill dating back to the C a driving city tour before exploring the Jackson Heritage Museum or sho
A CL O SE THINGS WE WILL SEE: Acres of Pristine Missouri Scenery Sites of Jackson, Missouri Altenburg, Missouri
Trail of tears State Park
8:00 AM DEPART
Arrive at Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
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s melting pot on a full-immersion cultural expedition. Re-trace the route he quaintness of the American “Main Street.” We will begin at the Trail tache that was so dubbed the “Trail of Tears.” At Bollinger Mill Historic Civil War era, before continuing to Jackson, Missouri where we will enjoy opping.
ER L O OK THINGS WE WILL DO: Trail of Tears State Park Bollinger Mill State Historic Site Shopping opporunity Jackson Heritage Musuem
Tour Bollinger Mill
Shop or visit history Center Driving Tour of Jackson
12:30 PM Return
THURSDAY
INCLUDED SHORE EXCU PA D U C A H H O P - O N H O P - O F F Included At tr ac tions: The National Quilt Museum The mo onshine Company Lloyd Tilghman Ho use & Civil War Musuem Pad uc ah R ailr oad Museum River Discovery Center Poin t s of In tere st : Flo odwall Mur als Gr ace Episcopal Chur ch Cit y Hall Co unt y Co urtho use Lu ther F. C ar son Center Pad uc ah Convention & Visitor s Bure au
Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: L owertown A rts District D olly McNu t t Pl a z a D owntown Pad uc ah Market Ho use Sq uare
Thursday Paducah WELCOME TO
Paduca
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Reminders & Tips WHEN: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-20 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN DUCHESS DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY OF THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE! REMEMBER! GUESTS PARTICIPATING IN TODAY ’S PREMIUM EXCURSIONS SHOULD TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A EARLIER HOP- ON HOP- OFF DEPARTURE TIMES
ah, Kentucky
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A rustic colonial structure adorned with simple white lettering a safe haven for traveling musicians. Step into the radiating southern energy and hospitality, as she opens the door to th Maggie through the rooms as she shares the rich history this past boarders, including B.B. King, Billie Holiday, Ike and Tin
A CL O SE THINGS WE WILL SEE: Historic Chittlin’Trail The City of Paducah
A r r i v e at H o t e l M e t r o p o l i ta n Combine with i n c lu d ed T o u r
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Greeted Miss Ma
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g across the front porch reading, “Hotel Metropolitan” became g heat of the Kentucky sun and meet Miss Maggie, a ball of his historical hotel…time turns back a century. Follow Miss s hotel has stowed in its walls. Listen as she gossips about its na Turner, just to name a few in the hotel’s famous guest book.
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THINGS WE WILL DO: Visit the Historic Hotel Metropolitan Exclusive Guided Tour with Miss Maggie Soulful Tastings of Chess Pie and Sweet Tea
G u i d ed to u r o f t h e h o t el Enj oy C h ess P i e & Sw eet T ea
D e pa rt H ot e l M e t r o p o l i ta n 1: 3 0 P M Return
FRIDAY Fort Donelson
Frida Dove WELCOME TO
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DOVER HOP- ON HOP- OFF Included At tr ac tions: Stewart Co unt y Visitor s Center ( The Fort D onelson Visitor Center & Museum) Fort D onelson L ower River Bat tery Fort D onelson National Cemetary W.D. Skyes Historic al Museum The Surrender Ho use/ D over Hotel Poin t s of In tere st : Fir st Bap tist Chur ch West Side Market & deli C a mp Coffee
Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: Girly Girlz Bo u tiq ues Mary A nn’s Florists & Gif ts Brigha m’s Hardware & More Che atha ms Furniture
CUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-20 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” THE MOTORCOACH BY THE AMERICAN DUCHESS DOCK AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY STOP OF YOUR CHOICE! REMEMBER!
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SATURDAY Hunter-Dawson House
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NEW MADRID HOP- ON HOP- OFF Included At tr ac tions: New Madrid Historic al Museum New Madrid Co unt y Co urtho use Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site Hig ger son Scho ol River Walk Gallery Poin t s of In tere st : New Madrid Observation Deck Main Street Veter an’s Park
Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: Hope E xchange Handmade He aven Hig ger son L anding Gif t Shop Bell a Dia Salon & Gif ts
Saturday New Madrid
Madrid, Missou
UR SION: A CLOSER LOOK
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 20 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” THE MOTORCOACH BY THE AMERICAN DUCHESS DOCK AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY STOP OF YOUR CHOICE! REMEMBER!
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New Madrid County Courthouse
SUNDAY Fort Pillow
WELCOME TO
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Located on the western edge of Tennessee, approximately 40 rich in historic and archaeological significance. Steep bluffs o location during the Civil War. The fort was originally built by C J. Pillow of Maury County. It was abandoned in 1862 due to The area became a state park in 1971.
Join us today as we explore the 1,642-acre fort, known for i We will begin with a narrated driving tour as we make our wa artifacts, including a cannon and interpretive displays relating
After a short film about the 1864 battle, explore the gift shop fort. Enjoy a reenactment of the battle, so you can watch the extensive walking tour (optional) to the 1864 Battlefield site, fe
Note: Please be advised that the walk to the Fort Pillow Battlefield
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miles north of Memphis, Fort Pillow State Historic Park is overlooking the Mississippi River made this area a strategic Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon the Union Navy’s advancement along the Mississippi River.
its well-preserved breastworks and reconstructed inner fort. ay to the Interpretive Center and Museum, where Civil War to the history of Fort Pillow are displayed.
and choose a souvenir to remember your visit to the historic events unfold before your very eyes before beginning on an eaturing the restored fortifications.
d is strenuous with uneven ground and elevation changes.
MONDAY
TODAY’S P P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
HIGHLIGHTS OF MEMPHIS 8:3 0 A M - 12:0 0 PM | Pr i ce: $69
On this American Duchess excursion, journey to this bustling city of Memphis, Tennessee for the perfect adventure to some of its most iconic attractions. We will begin at the famous Peabody Hotel, to enjoy one of Memphis’ more quirky traditions - the Peabody Duck March! After enjoying their adorable waddles, we will head to Beale Street, where you can treat yourself to some local BBQ and soul food and explore at your leisure. After a narrated city tour through the city, we will conclude at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where you can stop by the gift shop and spend time in the Memorial Garden before concluding at the airport or hotel. A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Peabody Hotel Beale Street Sun Studio St. Blues Guitar WDIA Recording Studio Court Square
THINGS WE WILL DO: Peabody Duck March Lunch on own on Beale Street St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Memorial Garden St. Judes gift shop
Observe The Peabody Duck March
8:30 AM DEPART
Driving tour of Memphis
Lunch on Own at Beale Street
12:00 PM Airport/Hotel arrival
St. Jude's Children Hospital
WELCOME TO
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POST-CRUISE EXCU P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
THE KING'S MEMPHIS TOUR 8:0 0 A M - 12:3 0 PM | Pr i ce: $9 9
Experience the town that “The King” called home on a guided journey through Memphis! At The Graceland Mansion discover distinctly “Elvis” rooms such as the famous “Jungle Room,” an homage to “The King’s” love for Hawaii, featuring green shagged carpets, exotically carved woodwork, and a Polynesian feel. View “Vernon’s Office,” where Elvis’ father, Vernon Presley, managed his career, as well as the Trophy Building and Racquetball Building, where you will find hundreds of awards and accolades, received throughout his career as well as those awarded posthumously. Next on the Memphis experience, enjoy a narrated journey through the “Music City” to conclude our day in Memphis. A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Sun Studio Peabody Hotel National Civil Rights Building Beale Street St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
THINGS WE WILL DO: Graceland with Self-Guided Ipad Tour -The Jungle Room -Vernon’s Office -Trophy Building -Racquetball Building -Meditation Garden Narrated Memphis City Driving Tour
Driving tour of Memphis 8:00 AM DEPART
Graceland Mansion Tour
Arrive at Graceland
12:30 PM Airport/ Hotel arrival
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URSIONS P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
T H E E LV I S E X P E R I E N C E
I N C L U D I N G A C C E S S PA S S T O G R A C E L A N D A N D E X C L U S I V E G U I D E D EXC U RS I O N T H RO U G H M EM P H I S W I T H LO CA L M U S I CA L I C O N
7:3 0 A M - 12:45 PM | Pr i ce: $129
Weave your way through the streets of Memphis towards its’ heart and soul – Beale Street, where local icon, “Memphis Jones” will become our personal walking tour guide! Then, at Graceland, custom crafted and state-of-the art iPads will help guide your way through each room, providing thoughtful narration by actor and Elvis enthusiast, John Stamos as well as personal commentary by Elvis’ daughter, Lisa Marie Pressley. This platinum experience will include all of the most sought-after exhibits*!
*UPGRADED GRACELAND INCLUSIONS: -State-of-the-art Ipad Tour -Graceland Mansion -The Jungle Room -Vernon's Office -Trophy Building -Racquetball Building -Meditation Garden -Elvis Presley Car Museum -Elvis' custom Airplanes -Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase -Elvis Discover Exhibits
A CL O SER L O OK exclusive Beale St. tour 7:30 AM DEPART
Platinum Graceland Complex Tour
Arrival to Graceland
THINGS WE WILL SEE: Elvis Statue Beale Street W.C. Handy Park Sun Studio Peabody Hotel National Civil Rights Building St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
1:15 PM Hotel Arrival
12:45 PM Airport Arrival THINGS WE WILL DO: Graceland with Self-Guided Ipad Tour ALL King’s Memphis Tour inclusions AND access to ALL Graceland Complex sites* Walking Beale Street Tour with “Memphis Jones” Narrated Memphis City Driving Tour
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DISEMBARKATION DAY OVERVIEW A m e r i c a n D u c h e s s D o c ks The Amer ican Duchess will dock for the very last time this voyage at 5:00 AM in Memphis, Tennessee. Until next time!
P r e m i u m T o u r D e pa r t s The Elvis Experience will depar t at 7:30 AM, A King’s Memphis Graceland Tour will depar t at 8:00 AM and Highlights of Memphis will depar t at 8:30 AM. Please meet in the Grand Saloon about 15 minutes pr ior to your depar ture time.
A i r p o r t T r a n s f e r D e pa r t s Direct transfers to the Memphis Inter national Airpor t will depar t the Amer ican Duchess at 8:00 AM and ar r ive at approximately 8:30 AM.
H o t e l T r a n s f e r D e pa r t s Direct transfers to the The Peabody Memphis hotel will depar t the Amer ican Duchess at 9:15 AM and ar r ive at approximately 9:45 AM.
Explore Memphis! Guests who are continuing their stay in Memphis, Tennessee can begin explor ing all the sites and attractions at their leisure once at the hotel.
O N B O A R D D I S E M B A R K TA L K Be cer tain to join our exper t Shore Excur sion Specialists onboard for an infor mational presentation on how to disembark the Amer ican Duchess. This will ensure you get to your final destination stress free! Time and date will be listed in the River Times delivered to your stateroom.
For information or to book your Shore Excursions, please call 1-888-966-0938 or visit www.ReserveMyExcursions.com (For an immediate confirmation)
Reservation Agents are available Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Symbol Legend Riding in a Motorcoach. Walking Optional
American Duchess Exclusive
Walking up to 1/2 Mile on level ground
Luxury Motorcoach Transportation Included
Moderate walking, steps and/or uneven surfaces
Scenic Tour
Uneven surfaces and hills, more than average walking
Light Refreshments Included
Historical Significance
Meal Included
Musical Performance Included
Shopping Opportunity Included
Local Guide
Staff Favorite
Indicates there is enough time to enjoy both the Included and Premium tours
Disclaimer American DuchessÂŽ included shore excursions are available to all American Duchess guests and are capacity controlled and subject to availability. All included and premium shore excursions are subject to availability and may not be available at time of booking. All tours are subject to maximum and minimum capacities and tours may be canceled in the event that minimum capacities are not met. Total passenger counts for each tour are required for logistical reasons. Cancellations within 36 hours of tour departure are not refundable. Each tour description offers tour length and activity level, please pay special attention to these details when booking. Tour departure times, inclusions, prices and activity level are subject to change; please reference your ticket, the departure kiosk and the daily TV presentation for more information on your specific tour. In most cases, tours will operate in all weather conditions and refunds will not be offered for inclement weather. During local and national holidays or weekends some attractions and facilities may be operating under modified hours of operations or may not be open to the public. In such instances, American Duchess shore excursions will make every effort to minimize negative impact on guests and will offer an alternative when applicable or if available. Early pre-booking is strongly encouraged. Tours are generally available 6 months prior to cruise departure and not all premium excursions are available for pre-booking online. Check with your Shore Excursion Specialist when onboard for any additional tours or changes to pre-booked tours. American Duchess shore excursions has made every effort to notify guests with mobility issues of handicapped accessibility at the stops and attractions along the Hop-on Hop-off route as well as premium excursions. Because of the historic and general nature of some of the attractions, handicapped accessibility may be limited to the first floor or outside grounds only. In some instances there is no handicapped accessibility to the attractions. Complete or partial refunds will not be issued for portions of tours or attractions with accessibility limitations. Post-Cruise tours may include more than one final destination. In some instances guests will experience up to three stops to allow guests to exit the motorcoaches at a second hotel or airport.