Heart of the Delta : Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana

Discover Southern culture and charm

Immerse yourself in history and heritage on this journey bookended by New Orleans and Memphis. Attend a Privileged Access Mississippi Delta blues experience in Greenville and be inspired by the stories of famed musicians and iconic civil rights heroes. Savor delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine, as well as Memphis's famous barbecue. And stir your soul with the rhythms of Dixieland jazz, Delta blues and gospel.

Viking Inclusive Value


More features, services and excursions included

  • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
  • Port taxes & fees
  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
  • Visits to UNESCO Sites
  • Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

    Your Stateroom Includes:

  • River-view stateroom
  • Bottled water replenished daily
  • 110/220 volt outlets
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
  • Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
  • Premium Freyja toiletries
  • Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
  • 40" or 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
  • Telephone, safe, refrigerator
  • Individual climate control
  • *All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

    Day By Day

    Day 1 - Memphis, Tennessee, United States


    Discover Memphis, the birthplace of Memphis blues and a center of civil rights history.

    Day 2 - Memphis, Tennessee, United States


    Spend the day visiting Memphis, known for notable landmarks such as the famed Beale Street.

    Day 3 - Memphis, Tennessee, United States


    Gain insight into Memphis's influential role in the development of rock 'n' roll.

    Day 4 - Greenville, Mississippi, United States


    Immerse yourself in the blues with Viking's Privileged Access Mississippi Delta experience.

    Day 5 - Vicksburg, Mississippi, United States


    Honor the memory of a pivotal Civil War battle at the Vicksburg National Military Park.

    Day 6 - Natchez, Mississippi, United States


    Explore the oldest city on the Mississippi, Natchez, with over 200 historic Southern estates.

    Day 7 - St. Francisville, Louisiana, United States


    Visit St. Francisville, home to over 140 sites on the National Register of Historic Places.

    Day 8 - Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States


    Savor the city's celebrated Cajun and Creole music and cuisine as well as its distinct arts.

    Day 9 - Darrow, Louisiana, United States


    Discover the historic architectural treasures of the Lower Mississippi.

    Day 10 - New Orleans, Louisiana, United States


    Experience New Orleans, famed for the old-world architecture of its iconic French Quarter.

    Day 11 - New Orleans, Louisiana, United States


    Learn more about the eclectic mix of influences that comprise New Orleans's rich culture.

    Day 12 - New Orleans, Louisiana, United States


    Explore New Orleans, renowned for its vibrant music scene, Creole cuisine and Mardi Gras.

  • Call 718 442 8000 for more information or to book today! Mention code 17871012

    Cruise Line
    Viking River Cruises
    Duration
    12 Days
    Cruise Ship
    Viking Mississippi

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    DayPortArriveDepart
    Day 1Memphis  
    Day 2Memphis  
    Day 3Memphis  
    Day 4Greenville  
    Day 5Vicksburg  
    Day 6Natchez  
    Day 7St. Francisville  
    Day 8Baton Rouge  
    Day 9Darrow  
    Day 10New Orleans  
    Day 11New Orleans  
    Day 12New Orleans  
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    03/27/2025$6,499.00* (USD) 
    04/10/2025$6,499.00* (USD) 
    04/24/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    05/08/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    05/22/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    06/05/2025$6,799.00* (USD) 
    10/30/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    11/13/2025$5,999.00* (USD) 
    12/11/2025$4,999.00* (USD) 
      
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