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The 15 most popular river cruises across North America. Paddlewheelers on the Mississippi, sightseeing boats on the Potomac in Washington and the Savannah waterfront after dark.
90-minute Savannah Riverboat cruise with live captain narration, past Old Fort Jackson, and photo-friendly views of the skyline and River Street for $41.82.
Most Popular“Enjoyed the Riverboat Cruise. Live narration was very informative and passing by Old Fort Jackson and timing the cannon fire was a highlight.”
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen in New Orleans pairs a narrated Mississippi cruise with a guided Battle of New Orleans stop at Chalmette.
“The historian was great. I think his name was Micheal (The lawyer and veteran). He was funny and engaging. The cruise was nice and smooth. The food was nothing to write home about. It was hot but unappetizing in appearance and taste. Don’t get the meal. Just go for the cruise and history.”
Savannah Land & Sea pairs a narrated City Sightseeing trolley loop with a riverboat cruise to Old Fort Jackson for a smooth intro.
“Joyce who narrated the trolley did a excellent job. She really knows the history. Very nice lady. The boat ride was enjoyable as well. Enjoyed the dolphins and the history.”
Memphis highlights by mini-coach: Beale Street, Lorraine area, Peabody ducks, optional riverboat cruise and Sun Studio add-ons.
“Such a terrific tour. Daryl, our guide and driver, pointed out many spots of interest, including anecdotes. We left feeling informed and entertained—even including a march by the Peabody ducks.”
National Mall coach tour with 10+ stops, narrated Potomac cruise, and optional museum entry upgrades. See DC icons in one day.
“There was nothing in description about walking. There was quite a bit of walking. Also the tour guide never waited till we got to the group. We are the grandparents and we would have liked to hear what was being said. We feel we missed quite a bit.”
A 2-hour Savannah Riverboat dinner cruise with a Southern buffet, panoramic decks, and onboard music where you can actually dance.
“Dress warm during the winter months the views from top deck are great. The ocean liners at port are huge. Never seen ships up close that large.”
2-hour Savannah Riverboat sunset cruise with open-air views, live music, and dancing. Drinks and food for purchase aboard.
“The activity was an event selected for one of our groups members birthday. It was a first time for all of us. We really enjoyed ours. They had four levels the first and second floor was for the dinner portion of the cruise, however they still serve food on all the floors. It was a…”
A guided Memphis city loop with hotel pickup plus an Island Queen Mississippi paddleboat cruise, from Beale Street to Lorraine Motel.
“Sam was an excellent tour guide. Convenient pick up and drop off at hotel. Highly recommend this tour”
Spend 10 hours seeing Waimea Canyon, a Wailua River cruise to Fern Grotto, and blowhole drama, with hotel pickup and guided stops.
“Excellent ride with all the bells and whistles. Sunset experience was unique. Compliments for the pilot especially who showed us the dolphins too.”
Float Savannah’s river at sunset on a 2-hour cruise with live music, roomy decks, and River Street views—just expect the sky to matter.
“Nice ride around town but was much more of a party atmosphere rather than a true tour type experience”
A 6-hour Memphis tour with Beale Street, Civil Rights landmarks, BBQ tasting, and a Mississippi Riverboat cruise.
“A great overview into the music of Memphis and the south. Our guide was an accomplished musician in his own right, good guitar playing and displayed great knowledge of all the musical genres that contribute to the Mississippi Blues Scene.”
DC in a day: 10+ National Mall stops plus Potomac River cruise. Guided bus tour, photo stops, and optional museum entry upgrades for $87.
“Excellent tour, lots of walking, lots of information, comfy transportation”
Guided 6-hour DC monuments tour with Potomac cruise. See Capitol, White House, memorials, and the National Archives from $79.
“Kris, the driver was really nice and very mindful of his passengers. James the tour guide was really knowledgeable about his work and very good at it.”
A 90-minute sunset riverboat on East Lake Toho in St. Cloud. Family-friendly, covered deck, board games, and snacks for purchase.
“There was no boat ride Noone showed up. Waited for 2 hours I guess it was canceled. Did not receive any notification.”
Small-group North and East Kauai day trip with a Fern Grotto river cruise, waterfalls, Kilauea Point wildlife, lighthouse views, and Hanalei.
“Enjoyed the places we stopped at but too long of riding time in tour bus for us. Tour guide was very knowledgeable & personable.”
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