Karl WP Beyer January 23, 2025 – Traveling on paddle steamers on American rivers is an unforgettable experience. The Stuttgart-based cruise company nicko cruises offers a total of six river cruises on the Mississippi with the paddle steamer AMERICAN SPLENDOR in 2025 and 2026.
The 13-day trips on board the elegant paddle steamer, which was put into service in 2016, run from New Orleans to Memphis, Tennessee and include a hotel stay at the beginning and end of the trip. The 102-meter-long ship with its six decks offers travelers a 5-star standard and spacious cabins compared to ocean-going ships. Trips on American riverboats are a thing of their own!
The trip shows fascinating elements of the southern metropolis of New Orleans: its white mansions, the St. Louis Cathedral and the vibrant life on Bourbon Street. Not to forget the musical offerings such as lively jazz or melancholic blues.
AMERICAN SPLENDOR – Photo © nicko cruises
The trip on the Mississippi leads through the states of Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. Highlights of the river tour include Natchez, Vicksburg and Cleveland. On excursions, a maximum of 180 travelers in 98 cabins will learn everything that makes up the world-famous river. At the end of the trip, the city of Memphis, which has a population of one million, is another highlight for the ship's guests: they will immerse themselves in the history of the city of Memphis. They will trace the American Civil War as well as the immortal phenomenon of "Elvis Presley".
This year, nicko cruises has chartered the AMERICAN SPLENDOR for two trips. Four trips will be organized in 2026. Admittedly, the "Magic of the Old Man River" is not cheap. Prices, including flights, start at 8.199 euros. However, the value for money is remarkable.