Viking's Heart of the Delta

Viking’s Heart of the Delta.

This 8 day Viking’s Heart of the Delta cruise travels down the Mississippi from New Orleans to Memphis, however, you can also cruise from Memphis to New Orleans.

Enjoy the rich French and Acadian cultures on the Lower Mississippi, and grand history of this region. In New Orleans the French Quarter is a must visit; with its rich culture.

Next is a visit to Darrow, Louisiana. Here you can enjoy historic mansions dating back more than a hundred years.

Baton Rouge is known for its Cajun heritage. This is a perfect place to do sightseeing on a Airboat through the Atchafalaya Swamp.

In St. Francisville, you can explore the Rosedown Plantation; dating back to the pre-Civil war era. This town is on the National Register of Historic places, with more than 140 buildings.

Natchez has a perfect small-town American feel. The town has more than 500 historic buildings; many of them are pre-Civil War mansions.

Vicksburg is know for its Civil War history; it was a key Confederate port on the Mississippi. In 1863, the battle of Vicksburg took place. After the siege of this port town, and the subsequent surrender to the Union Army; the Mississippi was now under the control on the Union Army.

Last stop is Memphis, Tennessee. This the the heart of Graceland; Elvis Pressley’s home. Other worthwhile visits is to Beale Street; here you find street performers, clubs and bars.

Viking's Heart of the Delta cruise