Heart of the Delta: 2024 Memphis to New Orleans

Discover Southern culture and charm

Immerse yourself in history and heritage on this journey from Memphis to New Orleans. Be inspired by the stories of famed musicians and civil rights heroes, and soak up the rich French and Acadian cultures that infuse the Lower Mississippi. Savor Memphis’s famous BBQ, as well as delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine. And stir your soul with the rhythms of gospel, Delta blues and Dixieland jazz.

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Viking Inclusive Value

All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees

Viking Inclusive Value

All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Memphis, Tennessee (USA)	Discover Memphis, the birthplace of Memphis blues and a center of civil rights history.
2	Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi	The serpentine route of the Lower Mississippi showcases an astonishing array of picturesque landscapes.
3	Vicksburg, Mississippi (USA)	Honor the memory of a pivotal Civil War battle at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
4	Natchez, Mississippi (USA)	Explore the oldest city on the Mississippi, Natchez, with over 200 historic Southern estates.
5	St. Francisville, Louisiana (USA)	Visit St. Francisville, home to over 140 sites on the National Register of Historic Places.
6	Baton Rouge, Louisiana (USA)	Savor the city’s celebrated Cajun and Creole music and cuisine as well as its distinct arts.
7	Darrow, Louisiana (USA)	Discover the historic architectural treasures of the Lower Mississippi.
8	New Orleans, Louisiana (USA)	New Orleans is celebrated for the soulful rhythms that spill onto Bourbon Street from French Quarter jazz houses.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.