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Why our guests love it : “L O V ED T H AT WE WER EN ’ T J U S T S T U CK O N A BU S F OR A F O UR HO UR TO UR .”

-Donnie P. “I T WA S GR E AT TO E X PL OR E T H E SE LI T T LE TO W NS ! ” -Sharon W. “ T H E HOP - O N HOP - OFF WA S V ER Y E A S Y. WE L O V ED E X PL OR I N G AT O UR O W N PA CE.” -Karen T.

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Why our guests love it : “L O C A L GUI DE S WER E S O K N O WLED GE A BLE. I LE A R NED S O MU CH ! ” -Linda R. “I N CR EDI BLE E X PER I EN CE - O N CE I N A LI FE T I ME! ” -Phillip S. “MY H U SB A ND A ND I C O ULD B O T H FI ND TO UR S TO FI T O UR I N T ER E S T S.” -Morgan S. *Be certain to reserve Premium Excursions as soon as possible.

They are often filled to capacity BEFORE embarkation.

Online Pre-Booked reservations will be available for guests until 11:00 AM EST, the Wednesday prior to embarkation.

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HOW TO “HOP- ON HOP- OFF” STEP 1 PRINT YOUR TICKET

Kiosk is located between the Shore Excursions and Purser’s desks.

Departure tickets can be printed each night, starting at 5:00 PM.

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WAKE IT UP !

Tap anywhere on the screen to remove the screen saver.

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Select number of guests in your party by selecting + or -

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Choose your desired included tour departure time.

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PRINT !

Catch passes as they fall from below the screen.

STEP 2 BRING YOUR TICKET & HOP-ON!

HEAD OUTSIDE !

About 15 minutes before your chosen departure time, make your way to the buses near the dock!

BOARD THE MOTORCOACH

Hand your tickets to the Shore Excursion Specialist as you board the motorcoach.

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EXPLORE AT YOUR LEISURE !

“Hop-Off ” wherever you wish - and “Hop-On” again whenever you feel ready! Buses will depart approximately every 15-30 minutes.

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HOP- ON HOP- OFF MAPS DELI V ER ED TO YO UR S TATER O O M !

Every evening, the Hop-On Hop-Off map for the following day will be placed in your stateroom during turndown ser vice.

Use this helpful tool to get the most of your next day’s experience in port!

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SHORE EXCUR SION GUIDES

The American Queen Shore Excursions staff strives to capture the true essence of each port we visit to give you the most authentic immersion into the region.

We are constantly working to find the best local guides and historians to share the story of their beloved cities.

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This symbol indicates that the port has a Southern Plantation Holiday Market!

On this special Holiday voyage there will be opporunities to support small local businesses at Southern Plantation Holiday markets! These markets will be held at three different plantations and will allow you to browse locally made items.

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Today, we embark on a musical tour of Memphis, Tennessee, the “Birthplace of Rock and Roll.” Activities begin in the early afternoon with a relaxing driving tour of Midtown Memphis’s 342-acre Overton Park, where our first stop is the iconic Levitt Shell amphitheater. Here, we’ll be treated to a musical performance by our tour guide on the stage where Elvis Presley put on his first paid concert in 1954. Our driving tour continues through Overton Square where we’ll pass Galloway House, the Methodist church where Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two put on their first performance, and “Soulsville, U.S.A,” where legends like Otis Redding, Booker T. & the MGs, Isaac Hayes, and others got their starts at Stax Records. And no visit to Memphis, “Blues City,” would be complete without seeing the Blues Hall of Fame.

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Overton Square

Methodist Chruch where Johnny Cash first performed

Priscilla Presley’s High School Church Park Gibson Guitar Factory Bluff Park

THINGS WE WILL DO: Musical Performance at Overton Park Tennessee Welcome Center Driving tour of Memphis

And more!

Performance at Overton Park

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Experience the town that “The King” called home on a guided journey through Memphis! At The Graceland Mansion discover distinctly “Elvis” rooms such as the famous “Jungle Room,” an homage to “The King’s” love for Hawaii, featuring green shagged carpets, exotically carved woodwork, and a Polynesian feel. View “Vernon’s Office,” where Elvis’ father, Vernon Presley, managed his career, as well as the Trophy Building and Racquetball Building, where you will find hundreds of awards and accolades, received throughout his career as well as those awarded posthumously. Next, a stop at the iconic Beale Street for some free time to explore the juke joints lining the street.

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THINGS WE WILL DO: Graceland with Self-Guided Ipad Tour -The Jungle Room -Vernon’s Office -Trophy Building -Racquetball Building -Meditation Garden Narrated Memphis City Driving Tour

Arrive at Graceland 10:00 AM DEPART

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T H E E LV I S E X P E R I E N C E I N C L U D I N G A C C E S S PA S S T O G R A C E L A N D A N D E X C L U S I V E G U I D E D E X C U R SION THROUGH MEMPHIS WITH A LOCAL MUSIC ICON

8:1 5 A M - 3:3 0 PM | Pr i ce: $139

This upgraded experience through Memphis begins at the gates of Graceland - the home of Elvis Presley. State-of-the art iPads will help guide your way through each room.* Then, a charismatic and spirited local musician, “Memphis Jones,” boards the motorcoach and becomes our personal guide! A stroll along Beale Street is littered with music, history, culture and the sweet smell of smokey barbeque. Our visit concludes at the iconic the Blues City Café for an authentic Memphis-style included lunch!

*UPGRADED GRACELAND INCLUSIONS: -State-of-the-art Ipad Tour -Graceland Mansion -The Jungle Room -Vernon's Office -Trophy Building -Racquetball Building -Meditation Garden -Elvis Presley Car Museum -Elvis' custom Airplanes -Elvis: The Entertainer Career Showcase -Elvis Discover Exhibits

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Elvis Experience Complex Tour

THINGS WE WILL SEE: Elvis Statue Beale Street W.C. Handy Park Sun Studio Peabody Hotel National Civil Rights Building St. Jude Children’s Hospital

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exclusive Beale St. tour

Memphis Driving Tour

Lunch at Blues City Cafe

3:30 PM Return

THINGS WE WILL DO: Graceland with Self-Guided Ipad Tour ALL Memphis City Tour inclusions AND access to ALL Graceland Complex sites* Walking Beale Street Tour with “Memphis Jones” Lunch at iconic Blues City Café Narrated Memphis City Driving Tour

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EMBARKATION DAY OVERVIEW Check-In Continues If you didn’t check in Sunday at the hotel, be cer tain to do so with our Amer ican Queen staff. The process is quick and easy, so you can get back to explor ing!

P r e m i u m T o u r s D e pa r t Today’s Pre-Cruise Excursions: Memphis City Tour departs at 10:00 AM and The Elvis Experience departs at 8:15 AM and the Soundtrack of Memphis departs at 1:00 PM. Please meet in the hotel lobby 15 minutes pr ior to scheduled depar ture time. All excursions conclude at the Amer ican Queen.

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Explore Memphis After you have checked in and received your transfer time, feel free to continue explor ing Memphis at your leisure!

V o ya g e S h u t t l e s B e g i n Included shuttles will begin depar ting the Sheraton Memphis Downtown at 3:00 PM. Please meet at the hotel lobby 15 minutes pr ior to the time listed on your transfer ticket.

A m e r i c a n Q u e e n D e pa r t s Welcome aboard! Settle in your home for the next week before the Amer ican Queen pushes off the dock for the first time at 5:00 PM.

O N B O A R D C R U I S E O R I E N TAT I O N Be cer tain to join our exper t Shore Excur sion Specialists in the Grand Saloon this week for an infor mational Or ientation Presentation! They will cover all the Included and Premium Excur sion essentials, as well as answer any questions you may still have.

Time and date will be listed in the River Times delivered to your stateroom.

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Join us on a journey to Indianola, Mississippi, the hometown of legend King and how the Delta Region shaped his legacy, the B.B. King Museu Delta blues. Enjoy a live gospel performance as you enter, followed by a visit to Club Ebony, an iconic night club built at the end of WWII and Albert King, and of course – B.B. King.

A CL O SER L O THINGS WE WILL SEE: Indianola, Mississippi - The hometown of B.B. King Gravesite of B.B. King

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town of legendary Blues artist, B.B. King. Built to tell the story of B.B. B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center captures the story of the , followed by a self-guided tour of the museum. Finish the day off with a of WWII and featured entertainers such as Ray Charles, Bobby Bland,

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Experience the site of the Civil War battle that would become one o described by President Lincoln as “the key to victory,” the Siege and our country and how wars would forever be fought. Join us for an (the Iron Clad River Boat), 27 state monuments, the National Ceme exclusive showing of the film, “Here Brothers Fought!”

A CL O SER L O THINGS WE WILL SEE: 16-mile tour road through the battlefield Front lines of the Confederate and Union Army 1,300 monuments and markers throughout the grounds The National Cemetery

A r r i v e at V i c ks b u r g Bat t l e f i e l d Combine with i n c lu d e d T o u r

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become one of the most pivotal moments in America’s history. Aptly ” the Siege and Battle at Vicksburg is a landmark in time that shaped Join us for an exclusive tour including the USS Cairo and Museum National Cemetery and the Battlefield’s Visitor’s Center, as well as an ”

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Holiday Plantation Market Enjoy a morning of shopping and exploration at the Rosalie Mansion from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Just take the Hop-On Hop-Off and get off at stop #2!

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Take a step back into history when cotton was king and plantations dotted the southern back roads of America. Experience a look back into the 1800s and the daily trials of life on a plantation for a slave as we tour a present-day cotton plantation. Frogmore Plantation remains today as a living monument to this truly American textile.

Here, experience an inspirational musical performance, beautifully illustrating life on a plantation. For a first-hand look at the last burst of southern opulence before the war brought the cotton baron’s dominance to an end, we’ll tour Longwood Mansion before returning back to Natchez.

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Mississippi countryside Cotton fields Modern cotton gin facility

THINGS WE WILL DO: Plantation Chapel from 1800s Live Musical portrayal of slave life Plantation buildings and slave quarters Pick cotton right from the field!

Historic cotton gin Plantation Gift Shop Longwood Mansion

Tour Frogmore Plantation

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Join us for a lavish Christmas experience in one of America’s most beautiful historic homes. This experience includes a tour of The Towers, a beautifully restored antebellum mansion in Natchez, Mississippi. Situated on almost five lush and manicured acres, this Italianate style home was built in 1858 and once served as the headquarters for the Union Army during the Civil War. This excursion includes a complete tour of the home, festively decorated in a dazzling display of antique jewelry, exquisite garlands and 100 decorated Christmas Trees.

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Home of Ginger Hyland Exquisite decorations

THINGS WE WILL DO: Guided tour of The Towers Homemade hors d’oeuvres and refreshments Musical Sing-along

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Tour the Mansion

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S T. F R A N C I S V I L L E H O P - O N H O P - O F F Included At tr ac tions: R oyal Street Shopping Old Market Hall Commer ce Street Shopping West Feliciana Historic al So ciet y Museum Gr ace Episcopal Chur ch Poin t s of In tere st : United Methodist Chur ch Harrington Gallery Town Hall Fe at ured Shopping Opp ort unitie s: Gr andmother’s Bu t tons Aud ubon Market L a Vie Bo u tiq ue Mia Sophia florist Patrick’s Jewelry Hillcrest Gardens & Interior s The Shant y To o A ntiq ues Elliot t Pharmac y

INCLUDED TOUR

Reminders & Tips

WHEN: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, EVERY 15-30 MINUTES

HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK ROUTE LENGTH: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES WHERE: “HOP- ON” JUST OFF THE AMERICAN QUEEN DOCK TO BEGIN EXPLORING AND “HOP- OFF” AT ANY OF THE INCLUDED STOPS AT YOUR LEISURE! REMEMBER! GUESTS JOINING US ON OUR PREMIUM EXCURSIONS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNIT Y TO ENJOY THE HOP- ON HOP- OFF BEFORE OR AFTER THEIR TOUR .

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Today’s experience goes beyond the expectations of a “traditional” southern plantation and offers guided tours of two plantations with a more personal touch – Rosedown Plantation and Catalpa Plantation. Experience two southern plantations that are owned and operated by the descendants of the original families – the same family! Pay close attention to each home during the guided tour – see if the family portrait displayed in both plantations can be found!

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Louisiana’s sugar fields Back roads of Louisiana

THINGS WE WILL DO: Rosedown Plantation Catalpa Plantation Traditional Southern Sherry farewell History and stories of the ancestors

Tour Rosedown Plantation

Combine with included Tour

12:30 PM DEPART

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Arrive Catalpa Plantation

Free time to Shop & Explore

4:30 PM Return

Tour Catalpa Plantation

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R E D E M P T I O N & R E H A B I L I TAT I O N AT A N G O L A P R I S O N 8:0 0 A M - 12:0 0 PM | Pr i ce: $69

Join us for an exclusive look inside the gates of one of America’s most infamous prisons as we embark on a tour of second chances, rehabilitation and redemption. Experience the struggles of lifeterm inmates inside Angola Prison—Formerly America’s most dangerous penitentiary. Today, Angola is known as a model facility and takes great pride in the faith-based rehabilitation of its inmates, most of whom will never regain their freedom. We’ll take you inside the barbed wire fences for an up-close look that may change what you thought you knew about life inside.

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL SEE: Prison Rodeo Arena Working farm land in the penitentiary Maximum security buildings Livestock and dog breeding facilities

THINGS WE WILL DO: Red Hat Cell Block Prison chapel Prison Gift Shop Angola Museum Question and Answer with inmate

Arrive at Angola Prison

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8:00 AM DEPART

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Drive through prison farm

Tour Red Hat Cell block

12:00 PM Return

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Holiday Festivities at Nottoway Plantation Nottoway Plantation is a true beauty on the Mississippi. Enjoy the holiday season in one of the most lavish and luxurious settings the South has to offer. After spending the day exploring the Christmas Markets, join us in the stunning White Ballroom, where a spectacular performance will be held depicting the extravagant southern balls held here during the plantation era.

Dressed in full gowns and suits, impersonators will share a little about the incredible festivities held at Nottoway Plantation. We will either have Hors d’oeuvres or dessert at Nottoway Plantation depending on your dinner seating.

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INCLUDED SHORE EXCUR SIO N OT TO WAY PL ANTATION TO U R This massive three-floor, 64-room mansion displays an incredible 22 white square columns, which contribute to its nickname— “The White Castle of Louisiana.”

This stunning mansion is situated right along the levee of the Mississippi River. The most popular room among guests is the White Ballroom, which is painted entirely in white and displays elaborate gold décor throughout. Rooms are trimmed in custom plaster frieze, made from Spanish moss, clay, plaster, and mud and is all original to the house.

Uncover its deep rooted history, as you tour the home and grounds at your leisure!

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EXCUR SION: A CLOSER LOOK INCLUDED TOUR

Reminders & Tips When: Offered bet ween 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM HOW: CHOOSE DEPARTURE TIME AT THE KIOSK

Tour Length: Approximately 45 Minutes Where: just a short walk over the levee at your leisure!

Remember! This included tour has been scheduled into the premium excursions offered this day, to allow guests to enjoy both!

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Today we explore a true Cajun Experience in the back bayous and swamps of Nottoway Plantation resides on, lays an oasis. Flanked by cypress and lush gree area found upon arrival to southern Louisiana. Travel through plantation cou Louisiana lifestyle during the era when sugar cane was king. After our 45Louisiana; home to the 250-acre ecosphere called Manchac Swamp. For the n environment by our knowable Cajun Captain. Enjoy the picturesque sights o the wetlands as our tour boat navigates the swamp. Because our boats are ex recognize them as part of their own habitat. At the beckon of the Captain’s ca us. This ecosphere harbors American alligators, nutria, ibis, turtle, herons, rac up close and personal with baby alligators as they come aboard the boat.

A CL O SER L O O THINGS WE WILL SEE: Wildlife native to Louisiana Alligators Scenic Spanish Moss trees

1:00 PM DEPART

Combine with included Tour

Tour Nottoway at your leisure

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Arrive at Cajun Pride

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and swamps of Louisiana. Just down the historical River Road that beautiful ess and lush greens, Manchac Swamp offers a glimpse into what settlers of this h plantation country as our local guide enlightens us on the affluent southern . After our 45-minute narrated tour of the river, we will arrive in La Place, wamp. For the next hour and a half, we will be guided through this ecological uresque sights of moss-draped cypress trees and lush, exotic vegetation cover our boats are exclusive to this river, the swamp critters have even learned to the Captain’s call, they emerge from the draping mossy Cypress trees to greet rtle, herons, raccoons, egrets, and species unique to Southern Louisiana. Get d the boat.

L O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL DO: Guided boat tour of the Manchac Swamp Manchac Swamp Gift Shop Explore Nottoway Plantation

Manchac Swamp Tour Arrive at Cajun Pride

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NEW ORLEANS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR 8:3 0 A M - 12:3 0 PM | Pr i ce: $69

Embark on an adventure through a city radiating an eccentric and authentic atmosphere and filled to the brim with history and culture close to the heart of America. On an exclusive New Orleans narrated driving tour, experience the city from an intimate first-person perspective. Relax in the comfort of our motorcoach as we glide past some of the most iconic attractions in the city! Enjoy a stop to City Park where you will be served Morning Call coffee and beignets before concluding the day in St. Louis Cemetery #3!

A CL O SER L O OK THINGS WE WILL DO: Explore the French Quarter Visit City Park Morning Call coffee and beignets at the park St. Louis Cemetery #3

THINGS WE WILL SEE: Garden District Mardi Gras Parade Route Jackson Square St. Louis Cathedral

CityTour of Ga r d e n D i st r i ct & F r e n c h Qua rt er

8:3 0 A M D E PA RT

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T u e s d ay December 26th D i s e m b a r k at i o n D ay O v e r v i e w A m e r i c a n Q u e e n D o c ks The Amer ican Queen will dock for the very last time this voyage at 5:00 AM in New Orleans, Louisiana. Until next time!

P r e m i u m T o u r D e pa r t s New Orleans Highlights tour will begin at 8:30 AM. Please meet in the Grand Saloon about 15 minutes pr ior to your designated time.

A i r p o r t T r a n s f e r D e pa r t s Direct transfers to the New Orleans Inter national Airpor t will depar t the Amer ican Queen at 7:45 AM and ar r ive at approximately 8:25 AM.

H o t e l T r a n s f e r D e pa r t s Direct transfers to the Hilton New Orleans Riverside will depar t the Amer ican Queen at 9:15 AM and ar r ive at approximately 9:55 AM.

Explore New Orleans!

Guests who are continuing their stay in New Orleans, Louisiana can begin explor ing all the sites and attractions at their leisure once at the hotel.

O N B O A R D D I S E M B A R K TA L K Be cer tain to join our exper t Shore Excur sion Specialists onboard for an infor mational presentation on how to disembark the Amer ican Queen. This will ensure you get to your final destination stress free!

Time and date will be listed in the River Times delivered to your stateroom.

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For information or to book your Shore Excursions, please call 1-888-966-0938 or visit www.ReserveMyExcursions.com (For an instant confirmation)

Reservation Agents are available Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

Symbol Legend Riding in a Motorcoach.

Walking Optional

American Queen Exclusive

Walking up to 1/2 Mile on level ground

Luxury Motorcoach Transportation Included

Moderate walking, steps and/or uneven surfaces

Scenic Tour

Uneven surfaces and hills, more than average walking

Light Refreshments Included

Historical Significance

Meal Included

Musical Performance Included

Shopping Opportunity Included

Local Guide

Staff Favorite

Indicates there is enough time to enjoy both the Included and Premium tours

Disclaimer American QueenÂŽ included shore excursions are available to all American Queen guests and are capacity controlled and subject to availability. All included and premium shore excursions are subject to availability and may not be available at time of booking.

All tours are subject to maximum and minimum capacities and tours may be canceled in the event that minimum capacities are not met. Total passenger counts for each tour are required for logistical reasons. Cancellations within 36 hours of tour departure are not refundable. Each tour description offers tour length and activity level, please pay special attention to these details when booking. Tour departure times, inclusions, prices and activity level are subject to change; please reference your ticket, the departure kiosk and the daily TV presentation for more information on your specific tour. In most cases, tours will operate in all weather conditions and refunds will not be offered for inclement weather. During local and national holidays or weekends some attractions and facilities may be operating under modified hours of operations or may not be open to the public.

In such instances, American Queen shore excursions will make every effort to minimize negative impact on guests and will offer an alternative when applicable or if available. Early pre-booking is strongly encouraged. Tours are generally available 6 months prior to cruise departure and not all premium excursions are available for pre-booking online. Check with your Shore Excursion Specialist when onboard for any additional tours or changes to pre-booked tours. American Queen shore excursions has made every effort to notify guests with mobility issues of handicapped accessibility at the stops and attractions along the Hop-on Hop-off route as well as premium excursions. Because of the historic and general nature of some of the attractions, handicapped accessibility may be limited to the first floor or outside grounds only. In some instances there is no handicapped accessibility to the attractions. Complete or partial refunds will not be issued for portions of tours or attractions with accessibility limitations.

Post-Cruise tours may include more than one final destination. In some instances guests will experience up to three stops to allow guests to exit the motorcoaches at a second hotel or airport.

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