Shore Excursion Itinerary CL ARKSVILLE - MEMPHIS
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SHORE EXCURSION Essentials T WO EXCUR SION OPTIONS
I N C LU D ED E XC U R SI O N S
P R E M I U M E XC U R SI O N S
Offered at e very port
Op tional in-dep th e xperiences
Includes A dmission to select at tr a ctions
C ustomized to appe al to different interests
Completely at yo ur leisure
c ultur ally enhancing itiner aries
Unlimited C apa cit y
C apa cit y contr olled*
Freed om to cr af t yo ur own E xperience
A dvanced reservations req uired
Why our guests love it : “L O C A L GUI DE S WER E S O K N O WLED GE A BLE. I LE A R NED S O MU CH ! ” -Linda R. “I N CR EDI BLE E X PER I EN CE - O N CE I N A LI FE T I ME! ” -Phillip S.
Why our guests love it :
“MY H U SB A ND A ND I C O ULD B O T H FI ND TO UR S TO FI T O UR I N T ER E S T S.” -Morgan S. *Be certain to reserve Premium Excursions as soon as possible. They are often filled to capacity BEFORE embarkation.
“L O V ED T H AT WE WER EN ’ T J U S T S T U CK O N A BU S F OR A F O UR HO UR TO UR .” -Donnie P.
Online Pre-Booked reservations will be available for guests until 11:00 AM EST, the Wednesday prior to embarkation.
“I T WA S GR E AT TO E X PL OR E T H E SE LI T T LE TO W NS ! ” -Sharon W. “ T H E HOP - O N HOP - OFF WA S V ER Y E A S Y. WE L O V ED E X PL OR I N G AT O UR O W N PA CE.”
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HOW TO “HOP- ON HOP- OFF” STEP 1 PRINT YOUR TICKET
HOP- ON HOP- OFF MAPS
SUPPORTING LOC AL BUSINESSES
SHORE EXCUR SION GUIDES
American Queen Shore Excursions is proud to contribute to the growth of small American towns. Unlike other cruiselines, we do not partner with local businesses for commission or kickbacks; our support and suggestions are purely to benefit the local economy in each port.
The American Queen 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 truly American towns do not often feature the ritzy shops and cafés frequently visited on European river cruises. Instead, local, hard-working business owners present their piece of the American dream in towns whose glory days are long gone, but their spirits remain.
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.
DELI V ER ED TO YO UR S TATER O O M !
Every evening, the Hop-On Hop-Off map for the following day will be placed in your stateroom during turndown ser vice.
Kiosk is located between the Shore Excursions and Purser’s desks. Departure tickets can be printed each night, beginning at 5:00 PM.
Use this helpful tool to get the most of your next day’s experience in port!
A CLOSER LOOK
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WAKE IT UP !
Tap anywhere on the screen to remove the screen saver.
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BUS ROUTE
WHAT TIME ?
INCLUDED STOPS
Choose your desired included tour departure time.
FEATURED RESTAURANTS
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HOW MANY ?
Select number of guests in your party by selecting + or -
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PRINT !
Catch passes as they fall from below the screen.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Keep your eye open for this shopping bag icon throughout the brochure. It will point out where shopping oppor tunities are highlighted for each por t. This infor mation can also be found along the bottom of the Hop-On Hop-Off maps delivered onboard.
About 15 minutes before your chosen departure time, make your way to the buses near the dock!
PREMIUM EXCURSIONS
TOWN HISTORY ATTRACTION INFORMATION
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.
DAILY SHOPPING OPPORTUNITIES
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HEAD OUTSIDE !
BOARD THE MOTORCOACH
Because these local guides are hired independently, and not employees of American Queen 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.
Thank you for supporting these local towns by taking advantage of the unique shopping opportunities.
STEP 2 BRING YOUR TICKET & HOP-ON!
Hand your tickets to the Shore Excursion Specialist as you board the motorcoach.
Please remember that these independently owned businesses create their own hours to fit their schedules and may not always be open during their advertised times. When possible, we include stops near local pharmacies, so our guests can refill prescriptions or purchase any necessary supplies.
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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 Queen 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 s D e pa r t Today’s Pre-Cruise Excursion Nashville Music City USA 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 Queen.
TOD AY’ S PRE- CRU ISE EXCU RSION Explo r e N ashv i lle
P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
After you have checked in and received your transfer time, feel free to continue explor ing Nashville at your leisure!
N AS H V I L L E M U S I C C I T Y U SA T O U R 1 0:0 0 A M - 4:1 5 PM | Pr i ce: $79
After embarking in Clarksville, embark on the next leg of your journey with an escorted Nashville City Tour. Our expert guide will enhance your tour with local stories and lore of “Music City”. As we pull up to the Country Music Hall of Fame and museum®, our next destination - you will most definitely spot the building – the massive museum showcases piano keys that span the entire building.The museum is nicknamed “The Smithsonian of Country Music” because of it absolutely remarkable collection.
THINGS WE WILL DO: Narrated Tour through Nashville’s Music City Admission to the famous Country Music Hall of Fame®
Welcome aboard! Settle in your home for the next week before the Amer ican Queen 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
Explore
Downtown Nashville
Included shuttles will begin depar ting the Gaylord Opryland Resor t at 2:30 PM. Please meet at the hotel lobby 15 minutes pr ior to the time listed on your transfer ticket.
A m e r i c a n Q u e e n D e pa r t s
A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Iconic Nashville attractions and sights
V o ya g e S h u t t l e s B e g i n
A r r i v e at t h e C o u n t ry M u s i c H a l l o f Fa m e 10:00 AM D E PA RT
L U N C H O N OW N AT B ROA D WAY ST R EET
t o u r t h e C o u n t ry Music Hall of Fa m e
4 :1 5 P M A r r i v e at DOck
N as h v i l l e C i t y Tour
Be cer tain to join our exper t Shore Excur sion Specialists in the Grand Saloon this week for an infor mational Cr uise Or ientation! 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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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK CL ARK SVILLE HOP- ON HOP- OFF Included At tr ac tions: Smith-Tr ahern Mansion C ustoms Ho use Museum and c ultur al center Montg omery Co unt y Co urtho use Fort Defiance Interpretive Center & Park Poin t s of In tere st : Fr ank Su t ton Statue Eternal Fl a me Monument D o ughboy Statue The Day A f ter Statue Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: Mildred & Mables Co u ture Cr ush Flower Lilly Bink’s O u tfit ter s Mary ’s Music
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-30 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN QUEEN
T ODAY’ S PREM IU M EXCU RS I O NS
DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY OF THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE! REMEMBER!
GUESTS
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ON
TODAY ’S
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P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
U LT I M AT E B I S C U I T B A K E - O F F !
S O U T H E R N S P I R I T : T H E V I C E S O F C L A R KSV I L L E
8:45 A m - 1 0:45 A M | Pr i ce: $49
12:0 0 PM - 4:45 PM | Pr i ce: $79
Today’s journey brings us to the Tanglewood House, where we will watch in awe as Tanglewood’s expert chefs present us with a home-style biscuit baking demonstration. But the activities don’t stop there! We’ll get handson in the Tanglewood kitchen as guests are divided into teams to compete in the ultimate biscuit bake-off competition! A little friendly competition is sure to work up an appetite, so enjoy a cookie (or five) and some refreshing punch while the warm aroma of biscuits in the oven fills the air. After the biscuits are finished and tasted, the champions will be crowned and the biscuit-baking champion can hold his or her head a little higher as we make our way back to the dock.
The spirits of Dixie are alive and well! Experience the history, sights, sounds --and tastes --of some the classic vices of the American South on today’s visit to Clarksville, Tennessee, with behind-the-scenes tours of the Southern Lights Tobacco Farm, Beachaven Winery and Vineyards, and the Old Glory Distillery. At Beachaven Winery we will be free to sample as many varieties of their critically acclaimed libations as we like and at the Old Glory Distillery we will enjoy free samples of their handcrafted creations.
A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL DO: Tanglewood House Biscuit Baking Demonstration Biscuit Baking Competition Snacks and Refreshments
THINGS WE WILL SEE: Clarksville,Tennessee
Arrival to the Tanglewood House 8:45 AM DEPART C o m b i n e w i t h i n c lu d e d T o u r
Biscuit Demo
A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Clarksville,Tennessee Tobacco Plants Tobacco Production Vineyards
Tour and experience Southern Lights Tobacco Farm
Hands-on bake your own biscuit! 10:45 AM Return
THINGS WE WILL DO: Southern Lights Tobacco Farm BeachavenWinery &Vineyards Wine Samples Wine Production from grape to glass Old Glory Distillery
12:00 PM DEPART C o m b i n e w i t h i n c lu d e d T o u r
Tour and experience the Old Glory Distillery
Tour and experience Beachaven Winery
4:45 PM Return
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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK Fort Donelson DOVER HOP- ON HOP- OFF Included At tr ac tions: Stewart Co unt y Visitor Center Fort D onelson L ower River bat tery Fort D onelson National Cemetery W.D. S ykes Historic al Museum The Surrender Ho use / D over Hotel Re staur an t s & B ar s: D over Grille Old L ady Sandwich Shop Dip Dairy Freeze C a mp Coffee West Side Market & Deli
Fe at ured Shopping: Girly Girlz Bo u tiq ues Mary A nn’s Florists & Gif ts Brigha m’s Hardware & More Che atha m’s Furniture & Gif ts
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-30 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN QUEEN DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOPOFF” AT ANY OF THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE! REMEMBER! THERE ARE NO PREMIUM EXCURSIONS OFFERED IN THIS PORT.
Dover Hotel / Surrender House
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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK S AVA N N A H H O P - O N H O P - O F F Included At tr ac tions: Tennessee River Museum The Willia ms-Shu t t Ho use ( White pill ar s) Cherry Mansion Poin t s of In tere st : River side Park Savannah Historic District Savannah Cit y Hall Savannah Veter an’s Park Tr ail of Te ar s O verlo ok
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM EVERY 15-30 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK
T ODAY’ S PREM IU M EXCU R S I O N
ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN QUEEN
P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N
DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY OF Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: SpaLicio us To o! Main Street Shopping L a Dee Da Main Street Pharmac y
S H I L O H N AT I O N A L M I L I TA RY PA R K
THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE!
8:0 0 A M - 11:1 5 A M | Pr i ce: $69 REMEMBER!
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Join us as we continue on to one of the most informative and interesting Civil War National Parks. Shiloh National Military Park contains a wide array of historic sites. In addition to the battlefield of Shiloh itself, the park contains a separate unit at Corinth, Mississippi, that preserves and interprets the Siege and Battle of Corinth. Located within the boundaries of Shiloh Park, there is also a United States National Cemetery, which contains around 4,000 soldiers and their family members. A National Historic Landmark in its own right, the Shiloh Indian Mounds are also located within the park boundaries. A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Historical sites throughout the Military Park Scenic Savannah,Tennesssee
THINGS WE WILL DO: Shiloh National Military Park Battle of Corinth Site United States National Cemetery Shiloh Indian Mounds
A r r i v e at S h i l o h Bat t l efi el d 8:0 0 A M M eet o n d o c k
Shiloh Bat t l efi el d tour
St o p at v i s i t o rs c en t er & b o o kst o r e Feel fr ee t o Shop!
D epa rt S h i lo h Bat t le f i e ld 1 1:1 5 A M Return
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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK 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
INCLUDED TOUR
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-30 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN QUEEN DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY OF THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE!
T ODAY’ S PREM IU M EXCU RS I O N P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
REMEMBER! GUESTS PARTICIPATING IN TODAY ’S PREMIUM
CHECK-IN ALONG THE CHITTLIN' TRAIL
EXCURSION SHOULD TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A LATER HOP-
12:0 0 PM - 1:3 0 PM | Pr i ce: $39
ON HOP- OFF DEPARTURE TIMES
A rustic colonial structure adorned with simple white lettering across the front porch reading, “Hotel Metropolitan” became a safe haven for traveling musicians. Step into the radiating heat of the Kentucky sun and meet Miss Maggie, a ball of southern energy and hospitality, as she opens the door to this historical hotel…time turns back a century. Follow Miss Maggie through the rooms as she shares the rich history this hotel has stowed in its walls. Listen as she gossips about its past boarders, including B.B. King, Billie Holiday, Ike and Tina Turner, just to name a few in the hotel’s famous guest book. A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Historic Chittlin’Trail The City of Paducah
THINGS WE WILL DO: Visit the Historic Hotel Metropolitan Exclusive Guided Tour with Miss Maggie Soulful Tastings of Chess Pie and Sweet Tea
A r r i v e at H ot el M et ro p o l i ta n Combine with i n c l u d ed T o u r
1 2:0 0 P M M eet o n d o c k
G r eet ed by M i ss M a g g i e
G u i d ed t o u r o f t h e h ot el Enj oy C h ess P i e & Sw eet T ea
D epa rt H ot e l M et ro po li ta n 1:3 0 P M Return
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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK Hunter-Dawson House
NEW MADRID HOP- ON HOP- OFF INCLUDED TOUR
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
Reminders & Tips WHEN: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM, EVERY 15-30 MINUTES HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” THE MOTORCOACH BY THE AMERICAN QUEEN DOCK AND “HOP- OFF” AT
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
ANY STOP OF YOUR CHOICE! REMEMBER!
THERE
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PREMIUM
EXCURSION OFFERED IN THIS PORT - SO ENJOY THE HOP- ON HOP- OFF AT YOUR LEISURE.
New Madrid County Courthouse
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DISEMBARKATION DAY OVERVIEW A m e r i c a n Q u e e n D o c ks The Amer ican Queen 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 begin at 7:30 AM and The Memphis City tour including Graceland will begin at 8:00 AM and The Highlights of Memphis will begin at 8:30 AM, . Please meet in the Grand Saloon about 15 minutes pr ior to your designated time.
TODAY’S POST-CRUISE EXCURSIONS P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
P R E M I U M E XC U RS I O N :
HIGHLIGHTS OF MEMPHIS
MEMPHIS CITY TOUR INCLUDING GRACELAND MANSION
8:3 0 A M - 12:0 0 PM | Pr i ce: $69
8:0 0 A M - 12:3 0 PM | Pr i ce: $9 9
A THINGS WE WILL SEE: Lorraine Motel Blues Hall of Fame Beale Street Sun Studio
THINGS WE WILL DO: Peapody Duck March St. Jude Children Hospital Memorial Garden Peabody Hotel Memphis Narrated Driving Tour
Driving tour of Memphs
8:30 AM DEPART
Peabody Duck March
St. Jude Children's Hospital
12:30 PM Arrival at The hotel
12:00 PM Arrival at the Airport
-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
8:00 AM DEPART
Time in giftshop
Graceland Mansion Tour
include all of the most sought-after exhibits!
-Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase -Elvis Discover Exhibits
1:00 PM Arrival at Hotel 12:30 Pm Arrival at airport
Memphis Driving tour 7:30AM DEPART
Graceland Elvis Experience Tour
exclusive Beale St. tour
THINGS WE WILL SEE: Elvis Statue Beale Street W.C. Handy Park Sun Studio Peabody Hotel National Civil Rights Building St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Direct transfers to the Memphis Inter national Airpor t will depar t the Amer ican Queen 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 Sheraton Memphis Downtown will depar t the Amer ican Queen 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.
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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
Continue your journey along the Mississippi River with a king’s treatment as we depart the American Queen and weave our way through the streets of Memphis towards its’ heart and soul – Beale Street. Here, a charismatic and spirited local musician will become our personal walking tour guide. The journey continues with Beale Street in our rearview and the home of The King himself ahead – Graceland Mansion! This Elvis experience will
*UPGRADED GRACELAND INCLUSIONS:
A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Sun Studio Peabody Hotel National Civil Rights Building Beale Street St. Jude Children’s Hospital
A i r p o r t T r a n s f e r D e pa r t s
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 A LO CA L M U S I C I C O N
7:3 0 A M - 1:1 5 PM | Pr i ce: $129
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.
On this American Queen excursion, journey to this bustling city of Memphis, Tennessee for the perfect adventure to some of its most iconic attractions. We will begin with a driving tour of Memphis! After a narrated tour through the city, we will continue at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where you can stop by the gift shop and spend time in the Memorial Garden. Last stop will be at the famous Peabody Hotel, to enjoy one of Memphis’ more quirky traditions - the Peabody Duck March!
T H E E LV I S E X P E R I E N C E
12:45 Arrival at airport
Free time in Graceland
1:15 PM Arrival at hotel
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 local musician Narrated Memphis City Driving Tour
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 Queen. 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 Queen 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
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Indicates there is enough time to enjoy both the Included and Premium tours
Disclaimer American QueenÂŽ included shore excursions are available to all American Queen 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 Queen 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 Queen 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.