Civil War History

Revisit one of the most tumultuous times in American history with a Civil War-themed tour or river cruise. Historians and entertaining reenactors bring the past to life, and sightseeing on these trips is designed to increase understanding of this turning point in U.S. history. Highlights might include visits to major Civil War sites such as Vicksburg and Chattanooga, as well as a trip to Shiloh National Military Park that includes interactive exhibits.

Activities and entertainment tailored to Civil War history are included in the price of your trip, as well as accommodations, many meals and transportation.

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Save up to $1,800 per couple on 2020 river cruises with American Queen Steamboat Company in certain cabin categories. Click here for eligible departures.

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Receive free shore excursions on select American Cruise Lines river cruises. Click here for eligible departures.

Trips are rated according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered. The vacations below are categorized according to the industry rating scale (budget, first class and deluxe). Click any vacation name for the itinerary, dates and prices.

Vacation Name Days Starts In Ends In Travel Style Company Quality*

Civil War History - U.S. (Continental)

Civil War 2020 (American Countess, Chattanooga to Memphis)	8	Chattanooga, TN	Memphis,TN	River Cruise	Steamboat	Dates and Prices

Civil War 2020 (American Countess, Memphis to Chattanooga)	8	Memphis,TN	Chattanooga, TN	River Cruise	Steamboat	Dates and Prices

Lower Mississippi River Cruise (Civil War Cruise, Memphis to New Orleans)	8	Memphis,TN	New Orleans, LA	River Cruise	ACL	Dates and Prices

Lower Mississippi River Cruise (Civil War Cruise, New Orleans to Memphis)	8	New Orleans, LA	Memphis,TN	River Cruise	ACL	Dates and Prices

Civil War 2020 (Memphis to New Orleans, American Queen)	9	Memphis,TN	New Orleans, LA	River Cruise	Steamboat	Dates and Prices


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* Key to Quality Ratings
These vacations are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered.

= Budget vacations that typically range from $50 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= First class vacations that typically range from $80 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= Deluxe vacations that typically range from $200 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.

** The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines.

Book Now and Save on These Trips!
	Save up to $1,000 per couple off select 2019 sailings in certain cabin categories with American Queen Steamboat Company. Expires May 31. Click here for eligible departures. Save up to $1,800 per couple on 2020 river cruises with American Queen Steamboat Company in certain cabin categories. Click here for eligible departures. Enjoy free shore excursions on every sailing with American Queen Steamboat Company. Click here for eligible departures. Enjoy a free open-bar cocktail hour every evening before dinner with American Cruise Lines. Click here for eligible departures. Receive free shore excursions on select American Cruise Lines river cruises. Click here for eligible departures.

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Civil War History