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Save up to 85% when you celebrate the holidays aboard the American Queen Steamboat

You’re invited to celebrate the holidays in a uniquely American way with a deal that cannot be beat. Save up to 85% off the regular rates when you book on the American Queen Steamboat. This incredible all-inclusive deal features a variety of wonderful inclusions:

  • Onboard meals, including the J M White main dining room, Front Porch Café, specialty coffee and snack stations, as well as Room Service
  • Daily non-premium shore excursions, plus complimentary use of bicycles ashore
  • Nightly entertainment
  • Complimentary wine and beer with dinner as well as all non-alcoholic drinks and bottled water at all dining and bars
  • A wide variety of stateroom options available, to ensure comfortable accommodations

This Historic Hotels of America Employee Special Offer can be extended to friends and family of eligible employees. This one-time special employee rate on the American Queen may not be publicly disclosed onboard, shared, forwarded, or discussed on any social media.

The American Queen is the only authentic steamboat offering river cruises in America and likely, in the world. She carries forward the legacy of her predecessor company, the Delta Queen Steamboat Co. and is the last of her kind from the 19th century “Way West” that steamboat travel made possible. To learn more about the American Queen visit HistoricHotels.org.

  • Departing from New Orleans on November 23, this eight-day journey travels New Orleans round-trip. You will visit Oak Alley, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Houmas House.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.
  • Departing from New Orleans on November 30, this eight-day journey travels from New Orleans to Memphis. Along the way visit historic Oak Alley, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg and Helena.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.
  • Departing from Memphis on December 7, this eight-day journey travels from Memphis to New Orleans. Along the way visit historic Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge and Houmas House.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.
  • Departing from New Orleans on December 14, this eight-day journey travels New Orleans round-trip. You will visit Oak Alley, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Houmas House.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.
  • Departing from New Orleans on December 21, this eight-day journey travels from New Orleans to Memphis. Along the way, celebrate the Holidays and visit historic Oak Alley, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg and Helena.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.
  • Departing from Memphis on December 28, this eight-day journey travels from Memphis to New Orleans. Along the way, celebrate New Year’s and visit historic Helena, Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge and Houmas House.
    Cost for two adults: $1050* plus tips and port charge of $109 per person.

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For more information on these voyages, please click here. To reserve your river cruise or for questions, call +1 202 772 8330 and mention this offer and provide your eligibility or that of the applicable employee**. Remember, you or your friends or family can take advantage of this offer.

*This offer is presented by Historic Hotels of America and operated by the American Queen Steamboat Company. This offer is subject to availability and cabin level is determined by the American Queen Steamboat Company. Fares are in US Dollars and based on double occupancy and do not include air, pre-cruise hotel night, or land transportation. Port Charges of $109 per guest plus gratuities are additional and not included in the fare. Total Fare Breakdown: 7 nights (8 days) = [(7*75)+(7*16.50)+109]*2 = $1,499.00 per couple. All fares and itineraries are subject to change; the American Queen Steamboat Company is not responsible for errors and omissions. Special fares are not to be combined with any other offers or groups and will be voided if rates publicly disclosed either onboard or via social media. Additional terms and conditions of the American Queen Steamboat Company apply.

**Eligibility for these rates are determined by your employment in good standing at one of the following: The National Trust for Historic Preservation, designated affiliates, and former employees with ten years or more service; the Historic Sites of the National Trust for Historic Preservation; Historic Hotels of America member hotels;Historic Hotels Worldwide member hotels;Preferred Hotel Group Associates and employees of PHG's global collection of hotels and resorts; Historic Hotels of America Call Center. Eligibility is proven by a photo ID, Business Card, or written verification of your employment on letterhead from your qualifying location.