America’s Great River

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  • 15 Days
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  • 12 Guided Tours
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  • 1 Country

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States

  • Aerial view of riverfront cityscape and marina

La Crosse has a deep connection to the towering bluffs and rolling farmland of the Norskedalen, or “Norwegian Valley.” Here, a Norwegian immigrant population has created a unique culture over generations. Historic immigrant villages dot the valley still, a collection of preserved homesteads reflecting a frontier way of life. Today, La Crosse boasts numerous sites on the National Register of Historic Places. Its important architectural landmarks, along with an array of engaging statues along the riverfront, make La Crosse feel like a vast open air museum.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.

Historic downtown street at sunset

La Crosse by Foot

Discover the history of La Crosse during an informative stroll with visits to important downtown businesses.

Included
Colorful historic building facades in urban setting

River Town Discovery

See the best of La Crosse—from top to bottom—on this tour that blends scenic views with historic landmarks.

Included
Norwegian American Museum with flags displayed

Vesterheim Museum & Scenic Decorah

Relive Norwegian immigrant life at Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School.

Included
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Green Celtic knot coaster on wooden table

Vesterheim Museum & Kroting Class

Explore Norwegian immigration in America at Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School.

Privileged Access
Close-up of metallic drop earrings

Vesterheim Museum & Sølje Earring Class

Relive Norwegian immigrant life at Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School.

Privileged Access
Vintage car dashboard with speedometer

Dahl Auto Museum Experience

Cruise the streets of La Crosse in a classic car, then explore an iconic automobile museum.

Stone chapel with garden statue in summer

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Experience the spiritual and the serene during a visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Autumn landscape with trees and greenery

Mysteries of the Ancient Mound Builders

Gain insight into three major North American Indigenous cultures during a visit to various ancient mounds.

Norwegian American Museum with flags displayed

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

Relive Norwegian immigrant life at Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School.

Privileged Access
Craft beer poured with assorted cheeses

Historic La Crosse & Artisan Tasting

Discover historic La Crosse on foot and sample a selection of artisan cheeses paired with local beer.

Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.